Electronics Engineer

Senior & Principal Vacancies!

Crawley, Hybrid

Salary: £50,000 to £75,000 DOE!

Responsibilities for Electronics Engineer

* Offer specialist knowledge in circuit design, component selection, and PCB technology across areas such as EMC, power management, servo control, processor interfacing, and communications.

* Provide expertise in power and signal transmission over wired media, including the ability to define and critically assess system architecture, power management strategies, system wiring, and production processes.

* Play a central role in projects, establishing and maintaining high standards of engineering practice while acting as a recognised authority in the field.

* Evaluate and refine departmental processes and practices, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

* Engage regularly with senior management, clients, and other stakeholders, maintaining oversight of projects, technology development, and team performance, with both tactical and strategic input.

* Lead the advancement of technology within the organisation, serving as a subject matter expert in key areas and contributing to R&D initiatives and projects.

* Provide technical direction for multi-disciplinary projects, encouraging a systematic and collaborative approach to deliver effective solutions for customers.

* Offer insights into resource allocation and planning for engineering teams to optimise project delivery.

* Oversee and support a small sub-team of engineers, addressing their training and development requirements while fostering professional growth.

What are we looking for in an Electronics Engineer?

* Possess a strong degree in a relevant discipline accredited by the IET, with typically six years of applicable experience.

* Demonstrated expertise in leading or supervising projects and teams, covering both routine and complex tasks.

* Comprehensive theoretical and practical understanding of electrical and electronic design principles.

* Skilled in conducting analysis-based tasks, including circuit emulation, performance evaluations, and power budgeting.

* Ability to identify and assess key project risks, schedule mitigations, and prioritise critical design activities.

* Broad knowledge of the entire project lifecycle, from bid development to ongoing customer support.

* Proven ability to apply innovative approaches to engineering challenges and leadership responsibilities.

* Proficient in diagnosing and resolving technical issues at both PCB and system levels, with the capability to determine root causes and propose procedural improvements.

* Accredited as a Chartered Engineer or actively working towards achieving Chartership status.

* Experienced in leading, managing, and mentoring engineers.

* Expertise in embedded software design, particularly with ARM/KEIL platforms.

* Familiarity with EMC to military standards, including the ability to plan, manage, and resolve issues at both architectural and embedded levels.

* Knowledgeable in motors and drive technologies, with the capability to calculate motor performance.

* Awareness of control systems analysis and performance techniques, with the ability to communicate these concepts effectively to engineers and stakeholders.

* Proficient in the use of analysis and simulation tools, such as Python, Matlab, Simulink, LT-Spice, and Simetrix.

* Competent in using management tools, including JIRA, Confluence, and MS Project.

* Experienced in the use and management of PCB design tools, such as Altium and Cadence OrCAD.

* Familiar with design resilience methods, including Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).

* Awareness of lightning effects, both direct and indirect