Overview The role of Application Engineer is to develop engineering solutions using company products or board sets to meet customer needs. The role involves all aspects of engineering projects including assessing customer requirements, developing customer hardware and software solutions, supporting customers, and writing technical documentation. The role requires in-depth understanding of the functionality and use of the company's products and board sets and how to adapt them for new applications. It requires international travel. Duties and responsibilities Investigate requests for the development of solutions to meet customer applications, originating from customers or internally from Product Management. Undertake investigative / feasibility work to develop solutions. Plan and cost projects; provide information to Sales for quotation. Develop application solutions through developing new hardware and software, configuring products, and integrating 3rd party products. Test and maintain hardware and software, including release process, version control, and bug management. Write and maintain documentation for designs to describe functionality, use and reasons for design decisions. Perform acceptance testing of application solutions to verify correct operation, prior to release to the market. Resolve any issues found before providing to customers. Manage projects and work as a team member on projects; plan, track and manage development tasks. Work to deadlines and adapt plans as necessary to meet project objectives. Work collaboratively with people inside and outside the company, and coordinate other departments involved (such as R&D) to successfully achieve outcomes and results. Use company procedures, processes, and consistent styles. Write, issue and update hardware and software documentation; adhere to coding standards when developing software. Maintain traceability, update documentation, use version control for all document changes. Provide expert help for the Support team to help address customer problems with the use of solutions developed by Application Engineering. Capture and communicate ideas and technical information on solutions, their performance and application, verbally and in written technical documentation, and provide internally (Marketing, Sales) and externally to customers and Representatives. Write technical articles and application notes for customers and for publication. Support promotion of company application engineering capability at industry exhibitions. Manage customer relationship for application engineering projects: Build and maintain a strong working relationship with the customer to understand their needs and communicate that within the company. Experience: Embedded Firmware Development : Can develop real-time embedded firmware in C/C++ covering the full design life cycle; Has working experience with firmware release process, version control, and bug management. Hardware Development: Working experience with schematic capture, building and debugging circuits; Can use standard electronics principles to prove robustness of designs. Electronics Knowledge: Good design knowledge of digital and analogue electronics, and software design using C/C++. Project Management: Able to demonstrate successful outcomes on working on a project either autonomously or as part of a larger team; Experience working within an agile, continuous delivery environment. Procedures and Processes : Appreciates the benefits of working to defined processes; Prior contact using systems for software version control, issue tracking, planning would be a benefit, with an emphasis on using these tools to collaborate in a smooth fashion. Tools and Technologies: Able to specify, install, use and maintain tools and technologies (e.g. development environments) needed for software development. Education: Minimum of a 2:1 degree in a relevant field (for example, but not limited to, mechatronics, electronics, AI, robotics). This would ideally suit someone looking to move into their second job, but graduates would be considered. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
04/05/2024
Full time
Overview The role of Application Engineer is to develop engineering solutions using company products or board sets to meet customer needs. The role involves all aspects of engineering projects including assessing customer requirements, developing customer hardware and software solutions, supporting customers, and writing technical documentation. The role requires in-depth understanding of the functionality and use of the company's products and board sets and how to adapt them for new applications. It requires international travel. Duties and responsibilities Investigate requests for the development of solutions to meet customer applications, originating from customers or internally from Product Management. Undertake investigative / feasibility work to develop solutions. Plan and cost projects; provide information to Sales for quotation. Develop application solutions through developing new hardware and software, configuring products, and integrating 3rd party products. Test and maintain hardware and software, including release process, version control, and bug management. Write and maintain documentation for designs to describe functionality, use and reasons for design decisions. Perform acceptance testing of application solutions to verify correct operation, prior to release to the market. Resolve any issues found before providing to customers. Manage projects and work as a team member on projects; plan, track and manage development tasks. Work to deadlines and adapt plans as necessary to meet project objectives. Work collaboratively with people inside and outside the company, and coordinate other departments involved (such as R&D) to successfully achieve outcomes and results. Use company procedures, processes, and consistent styles. Write, issue and update hardware and software documentation; adhere to coding standards when developing software. Maintain traceability, update documentation, use version control for all document changes. Provide expert help for the Support team to help address customer problems with the use of solutions developed by Application Engineering. Capture and communicate ideas and technical information on solutions, their performance and application, verbally and in written technical documentation, and provide internally (Marketing, Sales) and externally to customers and Representatives. Write technical articles and application notes for customers and for publication. Support promotion of company application engineering capability at industry exhibitions. Manage customer relationship for application engineering projects: Build and maintain a strong working relationship with the customer to understand their needs and communicate that within the company. Experience: Embedded Firmware Development : Can develop real-time embedded firmware in C/C++ covering the full design life cycle; Has working experience with firmware release process, version control, and bug management. Hardware Development: Working experience with schematic capture, building and debugging circuits; Can use standard electronics principles to prove robustness of designs. Electronics Knowledge: Good design knowledge of digital and analogue electronics, and software design using C/C++. Project Management: Able to demonstrate successful outcomes on working on a project either autonomously or as part of a larger team; Experience working within an agile, continuous delivery environment. Procedures and Processes : Appreciates the benefits of working to defined processes; Prior contact using systems for software version control, issue tracking, planning would be a benefit, with an emphasis on using these tools to collaborate in a smooth fashion. Tools and Technologies: Able to specify, install, use and maintain tools and technologies (e.g. development environments) needed for software development. Education: Minimum of a 2:1 degree in a relevant field (for example, but not limited to, mechatronics, electronics, AI, robotics). This would ideally suit someone looking to move into their second job, but graduates would be considered. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for an Electronic Hardware Design Engineer. The role is a permanent position based Bern Canton & comes with some home office allowance. Your Role: Develop Electronics Solutions for customers, projects & a new product portfolio. Design, implement, document & verify Electronic HW for new & existing control systems. Work on international projects & participate in risk & safety assessments within interdisciplinary teams. Design prototypes & test infrastructure & automation solutions, implement them, take over technical product support across the entire product life cycle & support with production, assembly & commissioning work. Plan & carry out standard tests in-house, in external test laboratories & on customer premises. Your Skills: At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in Electronic Hardware Engineering & very proficient Electronic Development skills. Skilled & experienced in the Development of Industrial Control Electronics (CAN, BLDC, ACDC, EMC). Good Soldering skills. A knowledge of one or more PCB design tools (OrCAD, Altium, Mentor) is considered advantageous. Any experience in Python, C/C++ or similar programming languages is a plus. Ideally experienced in Motor Control. Experience in Obsolescence Management is desirable. Preferably experienced in the Transportation Industry, Industrial Environments, Safety-Critical Industries & Series Production. Your Profile: Completed University Degree in the field of Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar. Enthusiastic to cooperate within Interdisciplinary Project Teams. Fluent in English (spoken & written). Any additional language skills in German or French are considered very advantageous.
03/05/2024
Full time
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for an Electronic Hardware Design Engineer. The role is a permanent position based Bern Canton & comes with some home office allowance. Your Role: Develop Electronics Solutions for customers, projects & a new product portfolio. Design, implement, document & verify Electronic HW for new & existing control systems. Work on international projects & participate in risk & safety assessments within interdisciplinary teams. Design prototypes & test infrastructure & automation solutions, implement them, take over technical product support across the entire product life cycle & support with production, assembly & commissioning work. Plan & carry out standard tests in-house, in external test laboratories & on customer premises. Your Skills: At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in Electronic Hardware Engineering & very proficient Electronic Development skills. Skilled & experienced in the Development of Industrial Control Electronics (CAN, BLDC, ACDC, EMC). Good Soldering skills. A knowledge of one or more PCB design tools (OrCAD, Altium, Mentor) is considered advantageous. Any experience in Python, C/C++ or similar programming languages is a plus. Ideally experienced in Motor Control. Experience in Obsolescence Management is desirable. Preferably experienced in the Transportation Industry, Industrial Environments, Safety-Critical Industries & Series Production. Your Profile: Completed University Degree in the field of Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar. Enthusiastic to cooperate within Interdisciplinary Project Teams. Fluent in English (spoken & written). Any additional language skills in German or French are considered very advantageous.
Are you a talented Hardware Engineer seeking an innovative role in IoT and smart technology? Lynx Recruitment is recruiting for a Senior Hardware Engineer to join our clients' team in Cambridge, UK. You will work in their state-of-the-art office adjacent to the prestigious Cambridge Science Park, with access to prototype labs, equipment and collaboration spaces. As a key member of the hardware team, you will design, develop and test innovative narrowband RF devices and modules. Responsibilities: Support hardware development projects from concept to production Design and layout PCBs, select components, create prototypes Perform testing to verify and validate product performance Execute field trials and manage external test facilities Collaborate with software, operations and test engineers Requirements: Degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering or similar experience 5+ years hardware design and test experience Knowledge of RF systems, cellular protocols, TCP/IP, etc. Proficiency with Altium, CAD tools and lab equipment Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills Strong communication and teamwork abilities Our client offers a competitive salary, share options, health insurance, pension contributions and 25 days holiday. If you are seeking to progress your career in IoT/electronics design at an innovative tech company, apply today!
02/05/2024
Full time
Are you a talented Hardware Engineer seeking an innovative role in IoT and smart technology? Lynx Recruitment is recruiting for a Senior Hardware Engineer to join our clients' team in Cambridge, UK. You will work in their state-of-the-art office adjacent to the prestigious Cambridge Science Park, with access to prototype labs, equipment and collaboration spaces. As a key member of the hardware team, you will design, develop and test innovative narrowband RF devices and modules. Responsibilities: Support hardware development projects from concept to production Design and layout PCBs, select components, create prototypes Perform testing to verify and validate product performance Execute field trials and manage external test facilities Collaborate with software, operations and test engineers Requirements: Degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering or similar experience 5+ years hardware design and test experience Knowledge of RF systems, cellular protocols, TCP/IP, etc. Proficiency with Altium, CAD tools and lab equipment Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills Strong communication and teamwork abilities Our client offers a competitive salary, share options, health insurance, pension contributions and 25 days holiday. If you are seeking to progress your career in IoT/electronics design at an innovative tech company, apply today!
People Source Consulting Ltd
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Role: Product Support Engineer - industrial automation - PLC - SERVO DRIVES - MOTION CONTROL Location: Gloucester + some remote work Salary: £competitive - we just want the right people ! Occasional international travel to support distributors (2 to 4 weeks per year). *This Client are exclusive to People Source so you MUST apply via this advert.* My client based in Gloucester are looking at hiring Product Support Engineers, this is a hands on role! You will be front line with the clients and customers and running projects from concept to delivery. You must have a technical understanding and a engineering background industrial automation - PLC - SERVO DRIVES - MOTION CONTROL. The Role: You will be working as part of a team alongside our development engineers and customers. Products are centred around programmable motion controllers with PLC functionality used in a broad range of industrial machines ranging from 3D printing to assembly line systems and industrial robots. You will be working with our product hardware and software engineers based in the UK, Italy and Bulgaria to bring the latest automation technology to the market. Alongside this, the role includes active dialogue with our customers and branch offices abroad and will require some limited travel both within and outside the UK. The ability to think logically about problem solving and experience writing software in a high level structured language will be needed and some experience with electrical wiring is desirable. Some prior mechanical knowledge will be helpful but training will be given where appropriate. Specific Job Responsibilities: Work with customers to support their ability to create world-class technical solutions using products, software and programming tools. Assist the development department with testing and evaluating new software and hardware, giving clear feedback to development engineers. Advise customers on the integration and commissioning of automation products including motion co-ordinators, high performance servo drives/motors and industrial robots. Work with branch offices in USA, India and China and with ESTUN Automation in China to provide industry leading products and a world-class customer experience Required Qualifications & Experience Training will be given in areas which are new to the applicant. Degree or similar higher qualification in Software/Mechatronics/Electronics or related discipline. Worked on interfacing automation hardware; eg sensors, actuators, drives and motors. A background in communications using serial, Ethernet and similar media. Experienced in programming industrial automation/manufacturing machines Having a thorough working knowledge and experience of 3 or more of the following will be beneficial: Implementing and commissioning stand-alone automation computers; eg PLC or Motion Controller. Good knowledge of a high level programming language; for example C, BASIC, Python. PLC programming, preferably using the standard IEC61131-3 environment. Electrical interfacing between a controller and sensors/actuators in an automation system. Servo drives and brushless servo motors. Stepper motors and drives. Ethernet networks, protocols and topology. A working knowledge of PCs running Windows. Basic level of Windows/Linux application programming. Real Time deterministic networks, eg EtherCAT, Sercos, CanOpen, Profinet RT. Application and configuration of Industrial Robots. Programming and configuration of touch-screen HMIs Applicants should be a team player and be able to communicate effectively in English. They must be legally entitled to live and work in the UK. A full driving licence is required and applicants must be eligible to obtain business visas for USA/Canada, China and India as some foreign travel may be necessary. Benefits: Attractive salary, profit related pay and pension contribution 5% Some remote/hybrid working up to 25% of working time Group Life and Health Cashplan Insurance How to apply? Send a CV to (see below) People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
02/05/2024
Full time
Role: Product Support Engineer - industrial automation - PLC - SERVO DRIVES - MOTION CONTROL Location: Gloucester + some remote work Salary: £competitive - we just want the right people ! Occasional international travel to support distributors (2 to 4 weeks per year). *This Client are exclusive to People Source so you MUST apply via this advert.* My client based in Gloucester are looking at hiring Product Support Engineers, this is a hands on role! You will be front line with the clients and customers and running projects from concept to delivery. You must have a technical understanding and a engineering background industrial automation - PLC - SERVO DRIVES - MOTION CONTROL. The Role: You will be working as part of a team alongside our development engineers and customers. Products are centred around programmable motion controllers with PLC functionality used in a broad range of industrial machines ranging from 3D printing to assembly line systems and industrial robots. You will be working with our product hardware and software engineers based in the UK, Italy and Bulgaria to bring the latest automation technology to the market. Alongside this, the role includes active dialogue with our customers and branch offices abroad and will require some limited travel both within and outside the UK. The ability to think logically about problem solving and experience writing software in a high level structured language will be needed and some experience with electrical wiring is desirable. Some prior mechanical knowledge will be helpful but training will be given where appropriate. Specific Job Responsibilities: Work with customers to support their ability to create world-class technical solutions using products, software and programming tools. Assist the development department with testing and evaluating new software and hardware, giving clear feedback to development engineers. Advise customers on the integration and commissioning of automation products including motion co-ordinators, high performance servo drives/motors and industrial robots. Work with branch offices in USA, India and China and with ESTUN Automation in China to provide industry leading products and a world-class customer experience Required Qualifications & Experience Training will be given in areas which are new to the applicant. Degree or similar higher qualification in Software/Mechatronics/Electronics or related discipline. Worked on interfacing automation hardware; eg sensors, actuators, drives and motors. A background in communications using serial, Ethernet and similar media. Experienced in programming industrial automation/manufacturing machines Having a thorough working knowledge and experience of 3 or more of the following will be beneficial: Implementing and commissioning stand-alone automation computers; eg PLC or Motion Controller. Good knowledge of a high level programming language; for example C, BASIC, Python. PLC programming, preferably using the standard IEC61131-3 environment. Electrical interfacing between a controller and sensors/actuators in an automation system. Servo drives and brushless servo motors. Stepper motors and drives. Ethernet networks, protocols and topology. A working knowledge of PCs running Windows. Basic level of Windows/Linux application programming. Real Time deterministic networks, eg EtherCAT, Sercos, CanOpen, Profinet RT. Application and configuration of Industrial Robots. Programming and configuration of touch-screen HMIs Applicants should be a team player and be able to communicate effectively in English. They must be legally entitled to live and work in the UK. A full driving licence is required and applicants must be eligible to obtain business visas for USA/Canada, China and India as some foreign travel may be necessary. Benefits: Attractive salary, profit related pay and pension contribution 5% Some remote/hybrid working up to 25% of working time Group Life and Health Cashplan Insurance How to apply? Send a CV to (see below) People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
An Electrical/Electronic Engineer is required for a contract assignment with a multi-national leading defence company. Missile Architecture - Electrical Architects/Engineers are involved in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. It's an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: a) Specifying/determining * system electrical requirements * interface definitions and characteristics between subsystems/equipment * power architecture, including power budget and power profiles * data communication and processing architecture * requirements for EMC, bonding, grounding and screening * signal safety, including routing of safety related signals b) Supporting test and fault-finding activities during compatibility checks, risk reduction, system proving/qualification and integration c) Reviewing and authoring reports, guidelines and processes d) Design assessments and analysis e) Working to defence/industry standards f) Attending and supporting design reviews Alternatively, acting as the Equipment Manager (RMO) for specific electrical/electronic equipment(s) that are part of a missile or launcher system you will: a) Project manage the equipment(s) on behalf of the project during development, qualification and manufacture b) Own the requirements on behalf of the project for the equipment(s) c) Produce Statement(s) of Work for the associated design authority for the equipment(s) d) Create and update plans showing activities for the equipment(s) e) Manage internal & external design authorities for delivery of the equipment(s) hardware, software and deliverables to schedule, cost, quality and performance f) Hold regular progress reviews with the design authority for the equipment(s) g) Review qualification verification evidence h) Track and find resolution to equipment non-compliances i) Attend and support design reviews Skillset/experience required: Technical experience required: * electrical/electronics * interface definitions * knowledge of defence/industry standards, etc. * degree level qualification in a related subject * systems engineering * writing reports Ideally this would be within a defence related background, however, experience within other engineering industries will also be considered. Experience within these other areas are also of interest but not essential: * defence * weapon systems * power supplies * actuators * data communication * sensors * EMC * Health Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS) * Model Based Engineering (MBE) Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
01/05/2024
Project-based
An Electrical/Electronic Engineer is required for a contract assignment with a multi-national leading defence company. Missile Architecture - Electrical Architects/Engineers are involved in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. It's an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: a) Specifying/determining * system electrical requirements * interface definitions and characteristics between subsystems/equipment * power architecture, including power budget and power profiles * data communication and processing architecture * requirements for EMC, bonding, grounding and screening * signal safety, including routing of safety related signals b) Supporting test and fault-finding activities during compatibility checks, risk reduction, system proving/qualification and integration c) Reviewing and authoring reports, guidelines and processes d) Design assessments and analysis e) Working to defence/industry standards f) Attending and supporting design reviews Alternatively, acting as the Equipment Manager (RMO) for specific electrical/electronic equipment(s) that are part of a missile or launcher system you will: a) Project manage the equipment(s) on behalf of the project during development, qualification and manufacture b) Own the requirements on behalf of the project for the equipment(s) c) Produce Statement(s) of Work for the associated design authority for the equipment(s) d) Create and update plans showing activities for the equipment(s) e) Manage internal & external design authorities for delivery of the equipment(s) hardware, software and deliverables to schedule, cost, quality and performance f) Hold regular progress reviews with the design authority for the equipment(s) g) Review qualification verification evidence h) Track and find resolution to equipment non-compliances i) Attend and support design reviews Skillset/experience required: Technical experience required: * electrical/electronics * interface definitions * knowledge of defence/industry standards, etc. * degree level qualification in a related subject * systems engineering * writing reports Ideally this would be within a defence related background, however, experience within other engineering industries will also be considered. Experience within these other areas are also of interest but not essential: * defence * weapon systems * power supplies * actuators * data communication * sensors * EMC * Health Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS) * Model Based Engineering (MBE) Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
An Hardware/Electronics Manager is now available for a global client based near to Edinburgh. The role of Hardware/Electronics Design Manager is now needed as part of rapid growth within the business within Engineering with 10 Engineers reporting in across Electronics and PCB Design. As the Electronics Manager you will be shaping the team and leading the projects with a background of Hardware Design/PCB Design. Your role will involve managing he teams, succession planning, hiring, Performance Management and coaching managing their customer expectations. The company operate on a Hybrid working policy with Excellent benefits alongside bonus! Your role will also include maintaining technical roadmaps ad setting out the project scope, schedule and budget risks for projects for the team. This is an excellent opportunity if you are a Lead Electronics Design Engineer or Electronics Manager looking to get into an organisation where you have growth opportunities for leadership or if you are a staff level Engineer who has experience in mentoring/training/leading to take the next step up! Core Skills/Experience for this role include;- Degree in Engineering field - Electronics/Hardware/Computer Science etc Experience of Electronics Design, PCB Design Mentoring/Guidance of Junior, Mid level engineers Leading and delivering a project or any PM experience Leasing interfacing with customers or stakeholders within the business Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work in a cross functional team environment I appreciate that you may not have all of the skills listed but if you feel this may be suitable let's have a chat and go from there. Please send your CV to (see below). Alternatively if you know someone who would be ideal for this role help them out and point them in my direction as we do offer generous referral fees WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
01/05/2024
Full time
An Hardware/Electronics Manager is now available for a global client based near to Edinburgh. The role of Hardware/Electronics Design Manager is now needed as part of rapid growth within the business within Engineering with 10 Engineers reporting in across Electronics and PCB Design. As the Electronics Manager you will be shaping the team and leading the projects with a background of Hardware Design/PCB Design. Your role will involve managing he teams, succession planning, hiring, Performance Management and coaching managing their customer expectations. The company operate on a Hybrid working policy with Excellent benefits alongside bonus! Your role will also include maintaining technical roadmaps ad setting out the project scope, schedule and budget risks for projects for the team. This is an excellent opportunity if you are a Lead Electronics Design Engineer or Electronics Manager looking to get into an organisation where you have growth opportunities for leadership or if you are a staff level Engineer who has experience in mentoring/training/leading to take the next step up! Core Skills/Experience for this role include;- Degree in Engineering field - Electronics/Hardware/Computer Science etc Experience of Electronics Design, PCB Design Mentoring/Guidance of Junior, Mid level engineers Leading and delivering a project or any PM experience Leasing interfacing with customers or stakeholders within the business Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work in a cross functional team environment I appreciate that you may not have all of the skills listed but if you feel this may be suitable let's have a chat and go from there. Please send your CV to (see below). Alternatively if you know someone who would be ideal for this role help them out and point them in my direction as we do offer generous referral fees WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Summary: A world-leading test equipment company that helps utility companies install, protect, and maintain infrastructure networks is entering an exciting phase of hardware development. They are seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to help shape the direction of the next generation of underground location products. This role sits within the New Product Development (NPD) team, responsible for executing the technology and product roadmaps. You will lead technical research to increase maturity and decrease risk in upcoming projects. As landscapes continuously evolve, you'll ensure roadmaps align and research feeds into robust products. Responsibilities Include: Leading and owning work packages from inception through completion Mentoring junior engineers and leading technical/cross-functional teams Providing technical interface to product management, developing concepts aligned to roadmaps Applying electronics engineering knowledge to plan, lead, and execute design tasks Developing technical solutions requiring ingenuity and creativity Requirements: Engineering degree in Electronic Engineering or similar Skilled all-round electronics designer Strong analog design, test, PSU, EMC/regulatory, simulation, manufacturing test experience Debugging of processor-based hardware Board documentation and software team liaison Extensive product development background Ability to lead and mentor technical teams Benefits Include: Competitive salary Home/office hybrid working opportunities 25 days annual leave plus option to buy 3 more Pension scheme with employer contributions Private medical cover options Cycle to work scheme Free parking Annual bonus This is an opportunity to shape cutting-edge underground utility location products for a world-leading company with an excellent work-life balance. If you have the required electronics engineering skills, apply today!
30/04/2024
Full time
Summary: A world-leading test equipment company that helps utility companies install, protect, and maintain infrastructure networks is entering an exciting phase of hardware development. They are seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to help shape the direction of the next generation of underground location products. This role sits within the New Product Development (NPD) team, responsible for executing the technology and product roadmaps. You will lead technical research to increase maturity and decrease risk in upcoming projects. As landscapes continuously evolve, you'll ensure roadmaps align and research feeds into robust products. Responsibilities Include: Leading and owning work packages from inception through completion Mentoring junior engineers and leading technical/cross-functional teams Providing technical interface to product management, developing concepts aligned to roadmaps Applying electronics engineering knowledge to plan, lead, and execute design tasks Developing technical solutions requiring ingenuity and creativity Requirements: Engineering degree in Electronic Engineering or similar Skilled all-round electronics designer Strong analog design, test, PSU, EMC/regulatory, simulation, manufacturing test experience Debugging of processor-based hardware Board documentation and software team liaison Extensive product development background Ability to lead and mentor technical teams Benefits Include: Competitive salary Home/office hybrid working opportunities 25 days annual leave plus option to buy 3 more Pension scheme with employer contributions Private medical cover options Cycle to work scheme Free parking Annual bonus This is an opportunity to shape cutting-edge underground utility location products for a world-leading company with an excellent work-life balance. If you have the required electronics engineering skills, apply today!
Senior Technical Writer Our award-winning and highly successful global technology client is looking for a technical author to join their technical publications team. You'll have a proactive approach and a real appetite and enthusiasm for learning cutting-edge technology and developing new skills. Working as part of a coordinated team, you will: Research, plan and write a range of user-centric technical content for customers' developers and engineers. Improve the clarity and consistency of the technical documentation ensuring it complies with corporate and technical communications standards, and that departmental processes are followed. Be a technical content advocate. As the successful candidate you will have: Good experience as a technical author in a technology or engineering environment. A technical software and/or hardware background, writing for different, highly technical target audiences. Software background: Experience producing technical software documentation for developers, engineers or architects and/or programming experience. (Familiarity with programming languages/concepts will help to understand incoming/outgoing signals, state diagrams, memory and caching etc.) Hardware background: Familiarity with the fundamentals of computer architecture, microprocessors, basic electronics, System-on-Chip (SoC), Embedded electronics. The ability to apply logical thinking and grasp technical concepts. The ability to write abstract concepts and building technical understanding without the ability to do hands-on' testing. Good knowledge of industry standard tools, technologies, and content management systems. Experience with Markdown, HTML, XML/DITA, Jenkins, Git, JSON, Python or a similar Scripting language. A detail-oriented approach. An understanding of the interaction between software and hardware is useful. Any experience of user journeys/personas would be a huge advantage! A stimulating working environment is on offer, as is a competitive remuneration and benefits package. This is a hybrid-working role where you will need to be onsite 20% of the month in one of the following office locations: Cambridge, Manchester, Sheffield or Galway.
30/04/2024
Full time
Senior Technical Writer Our award-winning and highly successful global technology client is looking for a technical author to join their technical publications team. You'll have a proactive approach and a real appetite and enthusiasm for learning cutting-edge technology and developing new skills. Working as part of a coordinated team, you will: Research, plan and write a range of user-centric technical content for customers' developers and engineers. Improve the clarity and consistency of the technical documentation ensuring it complies with corporate and technical communications standards, and that departmental processes are followed. Be a technical content advocate. As the successful candidate you will have: Good experience as a technical author in a technology or engineering environment. A technical software and/or hardware background, writing for different, highly technical target audiences. Software background: Experience producing technical software documentation for developers, engineers or architects and/or programming experience. (Familiarity with programming languages/concepts will help to understand incoming/outgoing signals, state diagrams, memory and caching etc.) Hardware background: Familiarity with the fundamentals of computer architecture, microprocessors, basic electronics, System-on-Chip (SoC), Embedded electronics. The ability to apply logical thinking and grasp technical concepts. The ability to write abstract concepts and building technical understanding without the ability to do hands-on' testing. Good knowledge of industry standard tools, technologies, and content management systems. Experience with Markdown, HTML, XML/DITA, Jenkins, Git, JSON, Python or a similar Scripting language. A detail-oriented approach. An understanding of the interaction between software and hardware is useful. Any experience of user journeys/personas would be a huge advantage! A stimulating working environment is on offer, as is a competitive remuneration and benefits package. This is a hybrid-working role where you will need to be onsite 20% of the month in one of the following office locations: Cambridge, Manchester, Sheffield or Galway.
Senior Technical Writer Our award-winning and highly successful global technology client is looking for a technical author to join their technical publications team. You'll have a proactive approach and a real appetite and enthusiasm for learning cutting-edge technology and developing new skills. Working as part of a coordinated team, you will: Research, plan and write a range of user-centric technical content for customers' developers and engineers. Improve the clarity and consistency of the technical documentation ensuring it complies with corporate and technical communications standards, and that departmental processes are followed. Be a technical content advocate. As the successful candidate you will have: Good experience as a technical author in a technology or engineering environment. A technical software and/or hardware background, writing for different, highly technical target audiences. Software background: Experience producing technical software documentation for developers, engineers or architects and/or programming experience. (Familiarity with programming languages/concepts will help to understand incoming/outgoing signals, state diagrams, memory and caching etc.) Hardware background: Familiarity with the fundamentals of computer architecture, microprocessors, basic electronics, System-on-Chip (SoC), Embedded electronics. The ability to apply logical thinking and grasp technical concepts. The ability to write abstract concepts and building technical understanding without the ability to do hands-on' testing. Good knowledge of industry standard tools, technologies, and content management systems. Experience with Markdown, HTML, XML/DITA, Jenkins, Git, JSON, Python or a similar Scripting language. A detail-oriented approach. An understanding of the interaction between software and hardware is useful. Any experience of user journeys/personas would be a huge advantage! A stimulating working environment is on offer, as is a competitive remuneration and benefits package. This is a hybrid-working role where you will need to be onsite 20% of the month in one of the following office locations: Cambridge, Manchester, Sheffield or Galway.
30/04/2024
Full time
Senior Technical Writer Our award-winning and highly successful global technology client is looking for a technical author to join their technical publications team. You'll have a proactive approach and a real appetite and enthusiasm for learning cutting-edge technology and developing new skills. Working as part of a coordinated team, you will: Research, plan and write a range of user-centric technical content for customers' developers and engineers. Improve the clarity and consistency of the technical documentation ensuring it complies with corporate and technical communications standards, and that departmental processes are followed. Be a technical content advocate. As the successful candidate you will have: Good experience as a technical author in a technology or engineering environment. A technical software and/or hardware background, writing for different, highly technical target audiences. Software background: Experience producing technical software documentation for developers, engineers or architects and/or programming experience. (Familiarity with programming languages/concepts will help to understand incoming/outgoing signals, state diagrams, memory and caching etc.) Hardware background: Familiarity with the fundamentals of computer architecture, microprocessors, basic electronics, System-on-Chip (SoC), Embedded electronics. The ability to apply logical thinking and grasp technical concepts. The ability to write abstract concepts and building technical understanding without the ability to do hands-on' testing. Good knowledge of industry standard tools, technologies, and content management systems. Experience with Markdown, HTML, XML/DITA, Jenkins, Git, JSON, Python or a similar Scripting language. A detail-oriented approach. An understanding of the interaction between software and hardware is useful. Any experience of user journeys/personas would be a huge advantage! A stimulating working environment is on offer, as is a competitive remuneration and benefits package. This is a hybrid-working role where you will need to be onsite 20% of the month in one of the following office locations: Cambridge, Manchester, Sheffield or Galway.
Senior Technical Writer Our award-winning and highly successful global technology client is looking for a technical author to join their technical publications team. You'll have a proactive approach and a real appetite and enthusiasm for learning cutting-edge technology and developing new skills. Working as part of a coordinated team, you will: Research, plan and write a range of user-centric technical content for customers' developers and engineers. Improve the clarity and consistency of the technical documentation ensuring it complies with corporate and technical communications standards, and that departmental processes are followed. Be a technical content advocate. As the successful candidate you will have: Good experience as a technical author in a technology or engineering environment. A technical software and/or hardware background, writing for different, highly technical target audiences. Software background: Experience producing technical software documentation for developers, engineers or architects and/or programming experience. (Familiarity with programming languages/concepts will help to understand incoming/outgoing signals, state diagrams, memory and caching etc.) Hardware background: Familiarity with the fundamentals of computer architecture, microprocessors, basic electronics, System-on-Chip (SoC), Embedded electronics. The ability to apply logical thinking and grasp technical concepts. The ability to write abstract concepts and building technical understanding without the ability to do hands-on' testing. Good knowledge of industry standard tools, technologies, and content management systems. Experience with Markdown, HTML, XML/DITA, Jenkins, Git, JSON, Python or a similar Scripting language. A detail-oriented approach. An understanding of the interaction between software and hardware is useful. Any experience of user journeys/personas would be a huge advantage! A stimulating working environment is on offer, as is a competitive remuneration and benefits package. This is a hybrid-working role where you will need to be onsite 20% of the month in one of the following office locations: Cambridge, Manchester, Sheffield or Galway.
30/04/2024
Full time
Senior Technical Writer Our award-winning and highly successful global technology client is looking for a technical author to join their technical publications team. You'll have a proactive approach and a real appetite and enthusiasm for learning cutting-edge technology and developing new skills. Working as part of a coordinated team, you will: Research, plan and write a range of user-centric technical content for customers' developers and engineers. Improve the clarity and consistency of the technical documentation ensuring it complies with corporate and technical communications standards, and that departmental processes are followed. Be a technical content advocate. As the successful candidate you will have: Good experience as a technical author in a technology or engineering environment. A technical software and/or hardware background, writing for different, highly technical target audiences. Software background: Experience producing technical software documentation for developers, engineers or architects and/or programming experience. (Familiarity with programming languages/concepts will help to understand incoming/outgoing signals, state diagrams, memory and caching etc.) Hardware background: Familiarity with the fundamentals of computer architecture, microprocessors, basic electronics, System-on-Chip (SoC), Embedded electronics. The ability to apply logical thinking and grasp technical concepts. The ability to write abstract concepts and building technical understanding without the ability to do hands-on' testing. Good knowledge of industry standard tools, technologies, and content management systems. Experience with Markdown, HTML, XML/DITA, Jenkins, Git, JSON, Python or a similar Scripting language. A detail-oriented approach. An understanding of the interaction between software and hardware is useful. Any experience of user journeys/personas would be a huge advantage! A stimulating working environment is on offer, as is a competitive remuneration and benefits package. This is a hybrid-working role where you will need to be onsite 20% of the month in one of the following office locations: Cambridge, Manchester, Sheffield or Galway.
Senior Firmware Engineer We are looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer (C/C++) to join our client in the Chur area, Graubünden. In this permanent position, you'll be responsible for architecting, developing, and integrating hardware-related software, as well as leading firmware development and maintenance. You'll collaborate closely with hardware developers and create comprehensive project documentation. To excel in this role, you should have a technical degree with electronics knowledge and extensive experience in C/C++ firmware development. Skills in GUI development (TouchGFX), FreeRTOS, GIT/GitLab, and Python are advantageous. We're seeking someone with a passion for innovation, strong communication skills in German and English, and an independent, structured work approach.
30/04/2024
Full time
Senior Firmware Engineer We are looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer (C/C++) to join our client in the Chur area, Graubünden. In this permanent position, you'll be responsible for architecting, developing, and integrating hardware-related software, as well as leading firmware development and maintenance. You'll collaborate closely with hardware developers and create comprehensive project documentation. To excel in this role, you should have a technical degree with electronics knowledge and extensive experience in C/C++ firmware development. Skills in GUI development (TouchGFX), FreeRTOS, GIT/GitLab, and Python are advantageous. We're seeking someone with a passion for innovation, strong communication skills in German and English, and an independent, structured work approach.
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a Team Lead Hardware/Electronics Engineer (Medical Device Sector). The role is a permanent position based in Solothurn Canton with good home office allowance. Your Role: Lead a team of Hardware & Electronic Engineers. Actively drive concept generation & the analysis & development of innovative electronics solutions & system architectures of products in accordance with design, development & control processes. Hold responsibility for delivering functionally safe solutions with significant elements of cross-functional design (eg mechanical, software, firmware). Contribute to requirements definition & create design documentation & verification test plans. Drive new component introduction & obsolescence management with third party suppliers. Contribute to the continuous improvement of design & development processes. Participate in peer reviewing hardware development artifacts. Deliver work in compliance with ISO 13485 & FDA Medical Device Design Control processes. Support the team with HW related verifications including CB certifications for IEC 60601-1. Your Skills: At least 5 years professional experience in Developing Embedded Hardware Solutions, ideally including experience in Medical Devices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards & enhancing patient care & safety. Proven experience in Leading Cross-Functional Teams. Any experience in Altium Designer, DOORS Next & Minitab is advantageous. Your Profile: Completed University Degree Hardware or Electrical Engineering (or similar). Team-oriented, collaborative & customer-focused. Fluent in English (spoken & written), German language skills are considered a plus.
29/04/2024
Full time
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a Team Lead Hardware/Electronics Engineer (Medical Device Sector). The role is a permanent position based in Solothurn Canton with good home office allowance. Your Role: Lead a team of Hardware & Electronic Engineers. Actively drive concept generation & the analysis & development of innovative electronics solutions & system architectures of products in accordance with design, development & control processes. Hold responsibility for delivering functionally safe solutions with significant elements of cross-functional design (eg mechanical, software, firmware). Contribute to requirements definition & create design documentation & verification test plans. Drive new component introduction & obsolescence management with third party suppliers. Contribute to the continuous improvement of design & development processes. Participate in peer reviewing hardware development artifacts. Deliver work in compliance with ISO 13485 & FDA Medical Device Design Control processes. Support the team with HW related verifications including CB certifications for IEC 60601-1. Your Skills: At least 5 years professional experience in Developing Embedded Hardware Solutions, ideally including experience in Medical Devices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards & enhancing patient care & safety. Proven experience in Leading Cross-Functional Teams. Any experience in Altium Designer, DOORS Next & Minitab is advantageous. Your Profile: Completed University Degree Hardware or Electrical Engineering (or similar). Team-oriented, collaborative & customer-focused. Fluent in English (spoken & written), German language skills are considered a plus.
Annual Salary: £50,000-£55,000 GBP per annum and Benefits applicable by the Client We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing software applications for Embedded microprocessors, controlling components, functions, and user interfaces in hardware designs. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with our hardware engineers and wider design team to enhance hardware functionality through innovative software solutions. Key Responsibilities: Design software applications for Embedded microprocessors to control components, functions, and user interfaces in hardware designs, particularly ARM/Cortex cores. Develop software applications for Embedded Linux systems on SoM modules. Collaborate with system architects and the wider design team to design features for HID/GUIs (Human Interface Devices/Graphical User Interfaces). Work closely with hardware engineers to understand functions and optimize hardware utilization, suggesting and implementing additional functions, improvements, and bug fixes. Manage releases and builds in a structured manner to track changes and variants effectively. Improve and document test procedures and processes for product verification and testing. Play a vital role in the New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) process, supporting new product designs to completion and beyond. Assist in building test environments for prototype testing, code testing, and production testing. Experience and Qualifications: Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in Embedded software design for microprocessors, using compiled C, FreeRTOS, or similar, particularly for ARM Microprocessor cores. Degree in electronics engineering or equivalent education/training/experience. Understanding of serial communication interfaces and architecture. Experience testing and debugging code/software on hardware platforms. Experience in digital hardware design, testing, and fault-finding, including microprocessors, serial buses, firmware programming, and JTAG chains. Experience in digital RF applications such as FPGA, ADC, DAC. Proficiency in computer systems and platforms, including Linux and Windows. Preferred, but not essential: Experience in application design for PC environments (Windows and Linux) using .NET. Experience in application design for Android systems. Proficiency in C#, C++, Python, and Java. Understanding of serial bus architectures and data transfer packaging, including IP/COM/USB. Understanding of power management for battery-operated devices. Understanding of FPGA code development. The Ideal Candidate: Well-organised with a structured approach to recording and analysing results. Analytical approach and creative mindset to enhance applications and solve issues efficiently. Excellent communication skills and a service-minded approach to collaboration. Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within tight project deadlines. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for technology and a strong background in Embedded software engineering, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to our continued success in delivering innovative electronic solutions.
29/04/2024
Full time
Annual Salary: £50,000-£55,000 GBP per annum and Benefits applicable by the Client We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing software applications for Embedded microprocessors, controlling components, functions, and user interfaces in hardware designs. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with our hardware engineers and wider design team to enhance hardware functionality through innovative software solutions. Key Responsibilities: Design software applications for Embedded microprocessors to control components, functions, and user interfaces in hardware designs, particularly ARM/Cortex cores. Develop software applications for Embedded Linux systems on SoM modules. Collaborate with system architects and the wider design team to design features for HID/GUIs (Human Interface Devices/Graphical User Interfaces). Work closely with hardware engineers to understand functions and optimize hardware utilization, suggesting and implementing additional functions, improvements, and bug fixes. Manage releases and builds in a structured manner to track changes and variants effectively. Improve and document test procedures and processes for product verification and testing. Play a vital role in the New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) process, supporting new product designs to completion and beyond. Assist in building test environments for prototype testing, code testing, and production testing. Experience and Qualifications: Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in Embedded software design for microprocessors, using compiled C, FreeRTOS, or similar, particularly for ARM Microprocessor cores. Degree in electronics engineering or equivalent education/training/experience. Understanding of serial communication interfaces and architecture. Experience testing and debugging code/software on hardware platforms. Experience in digital hardware design, testing, and fault-finding, including microprocessors, serial buses, firmware programming, and JTAG chains. Experience in digital RF applications such as FPGA, ADC, DAC. Proficiency in computer systems and platforms, including Linux and Windows. Preferred, but not essential: Experience in application design for PC environments (Windows and Linux) using .NET. Experience in application design for Android systems. Proficiency in C#, C++, Python, and Java. Understanding of serial bus architectures and data transfer packaging, including IP/COM/USB. Understanding of power management for battery-operated devices. Understanding of FPGA code development. The Ideal Candidate: Well-organised with a structured approach to recording and analysing results. Analytical approach and creative mindset to enhance applications and solve issues efficiently. Excellent communication skills and a service-minded approach to collaboration. Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within tight project deadlines. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for technology and a strong background in Embedded software engineering, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to our continued success in delivering innovative electronic solutions.