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SalarySenior Electrical Software Design Engineer reporting into the Head of R&D. Salary £50,000 + with hybrid working 2 or 3 days at home.
As a Senior Electrical Electronic Engineer our client is a pioneering organisation encompassing research, innovation, development and manufacturing. Their focus is on providing industrial-standard training equipment globally, with an emphasis on Science, Engineering, and Technology.
They offer a comprehensive range of products covering various subjects, from robotics and microcontrollers to electrical installation and automotive electrics.
Their state-of-the-art facility in West Yorkshire houses advanced equipment, and their team of skilled technicians and engineers collaborates to ensure the production of rugged, long-lasting training equipment made in the UK.
Job Description:
This role involves joining our expanding R&D team as an electrical engineer, specialising as one of our Design Engineers responsible for creating products and solutions suitable for educational institutions. The successful candidate will contribute to our understanding of market trends and the latest technological developments, possessing a strong grasp of subject matter and adept technical writing skills as required.
Key Responsibilities:
Designing digital and analogue electronic systems for educational purposes.
Programming experience, in PLC's Siemens, Rockwell, Allen Bradley.
Preferably in C/C++ or equivalent languages.
Proficiency in electronic system design software (PCB design environment).
Generating bills of materials and cost estimates for production.
Sourcing components and obtaining quotes for standard and bespoke items.
Conducting design calculations and understanding relevant theories for educational equipment.
Providing pragmatic, hands-on problem-solving for new product development and existing product requirements.
Assisting in the creation of technical briefs for new products.
Essential Requirements:
Degree in Engineering or related field.
3+ years of experience in a similar engineering role.
Embedded programming experience.
Ability to work with electronic system design software.
Strong organizational skills for bill of materials generation and costing estimates.
Practical problem-solving skills.
Understanding of educational market requirements.
Desirable Skills:-
SPICE simulation experience.
VHDL/Verilog Design knowledge.
Familiarity with communication buses and techniques.
Proficiency in Python/PHP/Perl/MATLAB/LabVIEW/Siemens environments.
Understanding of analogue and power electronics.
Technical writing experience.
Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
