Annual Salary: £40,000-£50,000 GBP per annum and Benefits applicable by the Client We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Test Engineer at our company, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our electronic products through comprehensive testing and analysis. Your expertise will contribute to the enhancement of our production processes and the success of our cutting-edge electronic solutions. Key Responsibilities: Conduct production verification tests of sub-assemblies and products using spectrum analysers, network analysers, and signal generators. Record test results, identify issues, and implement solutions through fault finding and rework of faulty units using schematics and component references. Collaborate with design engineers and production teams to identify areas for improvement in test procedures and processes. Assist in the design and implementation of test jigs, fixtures, and test setups for new and existing products. Write test cases and instructions and develop Python test scripts for automated testing. Contribute to the improvement of automated test equipment (ATE) systems and assist with their maintenance. Perform tests on prototypes and circuits, working closely with design engineers to verify new designs and improve testability. Conduct statistical analysis of test results to identify root causes and trends, providing valuable insights for process improvement. Experience and Qualifications: Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in production testing and fault-finding of RF circuits and products. Bachelor's degree in electronics engineering or equivalent education/training/experience. Proficiency in testing and debugging RF applications (amplifiers, filters) using spectrum analysers and network analysers. Experience in testing digital circuits (microprocessors, serial buses, firmware programming, etc.). Proficiency in computer systems and platforms, including Linux and Windows. Experience soldering SMD components. Preferred, but not essential: Experience in designing and setting up test stations and building test jigs. Knowledge of creating and running SCPI scripts to control instruments over GPIB. Programming skills in languages such as C#, C++, Java, and Python. Familiarity with automated test environments (ATE), including LabVIEW, LabWindows, and NI TestStand. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for technology and a strong background in electronic testing & RF (Radio Frequency), 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: £40,000-£50,000 GBP per annum and Benefits applicable by the Client We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Test Engineer at our company, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our electronic products through comprehensive testing and analysis. Your expertise will contribute to the enhancement of our production processes and the success of our cutting-edge electronic solutions. Key Responsibilities: Conduct production verification tests of sub-assemblies and products using spectrum analysers, network analysers, and signal generators. Record test results, identify issues, and implement solutions through fault finding and rework of faulty units using schematics and component references. Collaborate with design engineers and production teams to identify areas for improvement in test procedures and processes. Assist in the design and implementation of test jigs, fixtures, and test setups for new and existing products. Write test cases and instructions and develop Python test scripts for automated testing. Contribute to the improvement of automated test equipment (ATE) systems and assist with their maintenance. Perform tests on prototypes and circuits, working closely with design engineers to verify new designs and improve testability. Conduct statistical analysis of test results to identify root causes and trends, providing valuable insights for process improvement. Experience and Qualifications: Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in production testing and fault-finding of RF circuits and products. Bachelor's degree in electronics engineering or equivalent education/training/experience. Proficiency in testing and debugging RF applications (amplifiers, filters) using spectrum analysers and network analysers. Experience in testing digital circuits (microprocessors, serial buses, firmware programming, etc.). Proficiency in computer systems and platforms, including Linux and Windows. Experience soldering SMD components. Preferred, but not essential: Experience in designing and setting up test stations and building test jigs. Knowledge of creating and running SCPI scripts to control instruments over GPIB. Programming skills in languages such as C#, C++, Java, and Python. Familiarity with automated test environments (ATE), including LabVIEW, LabWindows, and NI TestStand. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for technology and a strong background in electronic testing & RF (Radio Frequency), we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to our continued success in delivering innovative electronic solutions.
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.
Overview Our client is a leader in their field, headquartered in Cambridgeshire, with over 3000 + employees worldwide. They provide cutting-edge technologies and systems to companies globally. They are currently on the hunt for a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to join the team. The ideal individual will be creative and technically gifted, being able to create technical solutions for design requirements. Key Responsibilities for the Senior Electronics Design Engineer: Creation of technical concepts and solutions to solve and meet internal design requirements. Design of Electronics, Firmware and Software to support the development of new Technologies. Root cause analysis and resolution of complex multi-domain issues of prototype systems. Documentation of designs and test results for hand over to new product development. Key Skills for the Senior Electronics Design Engineer: Significant Electronic Design experience in analogue electronic design/digital electronic design. Design verification and functional test software development, experience in C++, Arduino, Raspberry Pi and simple GUI. Able to adequately express technical matters orally and in writing. Teamwork within multi-functional.
29/04/2024
Full time
Overview Our client is a leader in their field, headquartered in Cambridgeshire, with over 3000 + employees worldwide. They provide cutting-edge technologies and systems to companies globally. They are currently on the hunt for a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to join the team. The ideal individual will be creative and technically gifted, being able to create technical solutions for design requirements. Key Responsibilities for the Senior Electronics Design Engineer: Creation of technical concepts and solutions to solve and meet internal design requirements. Design of Electronics, Firmware and Software to support the development of new Technologies. Root cause analysis and resolution of complex multi-domain issues of prototype systems. Documentation of designs and test results for hand over to new product development. Key Skills for the Senior Electronics Design Engineer: Significant Electronic Design experience in analogue electronic design/digital electronic design. Design verification and functional test software development, experience in C++, Arduino, Raspberry Pi and simple GUI. Able to adequately express technical matters orally and in writing. Teamwork within multi-functional.
A Senior Electronics Design Engineer is now needed for my Sheffield based client working on unique technology and working at their Headquarters. As their Senior Electronic Design Engineer you will be playing a pivotal role in the design and development of their products working through the full life cycle from concept through to production. You will be responsible for designing and implementing electronic systems to meet customer requirements and leasing with the firmware and software team. As this role is for a Senior Engineer you will also be expected to mentor/help guide with junior engineers who certainly will value your knowledge and experience, working in a friendly and welcoming environment. This role is ideally based on site with core hours/flexible working. Core skills include:- Electronic Design Analogue/digital/Mixed Circuitry Schematics Verification Leasing with the software teams for integration of hardware Debugging Validation testing PCB Layout Altium Design for EMC Desirable skills include:- SMPS Communication protocols Power Electronics DFMEA Do not worry if you don't have every skill listed the company are really interested in passionate Engineers so please do not hesitate to get in touch, as it would be great to hear from you. I appreciate that you may not have all of the skills listed but if you feel this may be suitable lets 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 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.
24/04/2024
Full time
A Senior Electronics Design Engineer is now needed for my Sheffield based client working on unique technology and working at their Headquarters. As their Senior Electronic Design Engineer you will be playing a pivotal role in the design and development of their products working through the full life cycle from concept through to production. You will be responsible for designing and implementing electronic systems to meet customer requirements and leasing with the firmware and software team. As this role is for a Senior Engineer you will also be expected to mentor/help guide with junior engineers who certainly will value your knowledge and experience, working in a friendly and welcoming environment. This role is ideally based on site with core hours/flexible working. Core skills include:- Electronic Design Analogue/digital/Mixed Circuitry Schematics Verification Leasing with the software teams for integration of hardware Debugging Validation testing PCB Layout Altium Design for EMC Desirable skills include:- SMPS Communication protocols Power Electronics DFMEA Do not worry if you don't have every skill listed the company are really interested in passionate Engineers so please do not hesitate to get in touch, as it would be great to hear from you. I appreciate that you may not have all of the skills listed but if you feel this may be suitable lets 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 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.
Subject - FPGA Developer - Xilinx - VHDL - Paignton - Competitive Salary - Excellent Benefits! Job Title - FPGA Developer (Xilinx, VHDL) Benefits - Pension, Life Insurance, Health Care, Dental, Gym, Birthday Benefits, 25 days' annual leave, Fitness Classes & Progression Location - Paignton The Client - Curo are Partnering with a Global Company who deliver their B2B Customers cutting-edge technology. Their automated test and assurance solutions accelerate technology development in the lab, and ensure new products and services perform in the real world. Their innovative portfolio of products and services address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies: 5G, SD-WAN, Cloud, Autonomous Vehicles and beyond. The Candidate - This role would suit a candidate with demonstrable industry experience of VHDL Product Specification & Development, test bench development and Scripting experience, working within a structured engineering environment that includes Requirements Analysis/Definition, Design/Implementation, Defect Tracking, and Testing. We are looking for a candidate with Xilinx FPGAs as opposed to Altera FPGAs or ASICs. The successful candidate would will have relevant industrial experience and strong FPGA firmware programming skills using VHDL in a high-speed logic (>100MHz) environment, as well as strong experience in digital electronics. The Role - The key focus of this role is FPGA implementation from either internally generated design specifications or externally published Interface Control Documentation. This will include providing support, and the future development of existing Embedded firmware applications. Key Duties - FPGA implementation from either internally generated design specifications or externally published Interface Control Documentation. Design test/verification and qualification. Support and future development of existing Spirent Embedded firmware applications. Provide engineering support to internal Supply Chain and Client Services departments. Participate in the maintenance and enhancement of FPGA design processes and practices. Contribute to the on-going development and maintenance of existing products and features. Produce clear documentation to support the integration, system verification, configuration and use of the FPGA features. Requirements - Honours degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar discipline Demonstrable post-graduate related experience of VHDL project specification and development, test bench development and Scripting experience, working within a structured engineering environment that includes Requirements Analysis/Definition, Design/Implementation, Defect Tracking, and Testing. Relevant industrial experience and strong FPGA firmware programming skills using VHDL in a high-speed logic (>100MHz) environment. Experience with Xilinx FPGAs as opposed to Altera FPGAs or ASICs is preferable. Strong experience in digital electronics. HDL designer. Modelsim verification. Precision synthesis tool. Vivado place and route. Embedded firmware soft/hard platforms: Motorola Coldfire, Xilinx Microblaze or similar S/W languages C, C++, Visual Basic, TCL, Perl. Compilers: EDK hardware platform, Greenhills. Operating systems: Real Time applications running under Linux or Windows. Experience in Digital Modulation techniques, GNSS, Communications theory, Signal Processing, Encryption processes and Matlab are all advantages. Initiative - step up and take action without being asked. Look for opportunities to make a difference. Resourcefulness - adapt to new/difficult situations and devise ways to overcome obstacles. Decisive, determined, and persistent - demonstrating both individual and collective ownership. Excellent interpersonal communication and analytical skills. Team player with a highly collaborative and positive attitude. Communicates effectively with the ability to work as part of a multi-site team. Good problem-solving skills coupled with a strong aptitude to learn and innovate. Organised and methodical but also a creative thinker. To apply for this FPGA Developer permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
24/04/2024
Full time
Subject - FPGA Developer - Xilinx - VHDL - Paignton - Competitive Salary - Excellent Benefits! Job Title - FPGA Developer (Xilinx, VHDL) Benefits - Pension, Life Insurance, Health Care, Dental, Gym, Birthday Benefits, 25 days' annual leave, Fitness Classes & Progression Location - Paignton The Client - Curo are Partnering with a Global Company who deliver their B2B Customers cutting-edge technology. Their automated test and assurance solutions accelerate technology development in the lab, and ensure new products and services perform in the real world. Their innovative portfolio of products and services address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies: 5G, SD-WAN, Cloud, Autonomous Vehicles and beyond. The Candidate - This role would suit a candidate with demonstrable industry experience of VHDL Product Specification & Development, test bench development and Scripting experience, working within a structured engineering environment that includes Requirements Analysis/Definition, Design/Implementation, Defect Tracking, and Testing. We are looking for a candidate with Xilinx FPGAs as opposed to Altera FPGAs or ASICs. The successful candidate would will have relevant industrial experience and strong FPGA firmware programming skills using VHDL in a high-speed logic (>100MHz) environment, as well as strong experience in digital electronics. The Role - The key focus of this role is FPGA implementation from either internally generated design specifications or externally published Interface Control Documentation. This will include providing support, and the future development of existing Embedded firmware applications. Key Duties - FPGA implementation from either internally generated design specifications or externally published Interface Control Documentation. Design test/verification and qualification. Support and future development of existing Spirent Embedded firmware applications. Provide engineering support to internal Supply Chain and Client Services departments. Participate in the maintenance and enhancement of FPGA design processes and practices. Contribute to the on-going development and maintenance of existing products and features. Produce clear documentation to support the integration, system verification, configuration and use of the FPGA features. Requirements - Honours degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar discipline Demonstrable post-graduate related experience of VHDL project specification and development, test bench development and Scripting experience, working within a structured engineering environment that includes Requirements Analysis/Definition, Design/Implementation, Defect Tracking, and Testing. Relevant industrial experience and strong FPGA firmware programming skills using VHDL in a high-speed logic (>100MHz) environment. Experience with Xilinx FPGAs as opposed to Altera FPGAs or ASICs is preferable. Strong experience in digital electronics. HDL designer. Modelsim verification. Precision synthesis tool. Vivado place and route. Embedded firmware soft/hard platforms: Motorola Coldfire, Xilinx Microblaze or similar S/W languages C, C++, Visual Basic, TCL, Perl. Compilers: EDK hardware platform, Greenhills. Operating systems: Real Time applications running under Linux or Windows. Experience in Digital Modulation techniques, GNSS, Communications theory, Signal Processing, Encryption processes and Matlab are all advantages. Initiative - step up and take action without being asked. Look for opportunities to make a difference. Resourcefulness - adapt to new/difficult situations and devise ways to overcome obstacles. Decisive, determined, and persistent - demonstrating both individual and collective ownership. Excellent interpersonal communication and analytical skills. Team player with a highly collaborative and positive attitude. Communicates effectively with the ability to work as part of a multi-site team. Good problem-solving skills coupled with a strong aptitude to learn and innovate. Organised and methodical but also a creative thinker. To apply for this FPGA Developer permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
Digital IC Design Engineer | Contract | Cambridge | Up to £70ph DOE | Outside IR35 | Hybrid Are you looking for a new opportunity within the Digital IC Design space? Are you looking to offer your expertise to help scale a growing team? Are you looking to join a fast-growing company working on industry leading technologies in Smartphones, AR/VR & Wearables? Then this might just be the role for you. We are working with an industry leading electronics company that operate in the precision motion solutions space with their work being applied in the Smartphone, AR/VR and Wearables sectors. They are looking to bring in a selection of IC Design Engineers with a digital bias to deliver industry leading IC RTL Design and technical mentoring to a highly skilled, close-knit team. Key Responsibilities: Digital design development for custom IC Integration including the writing of IP design specifications, coding Verilog and SystemVerilog models for simulation, synthesis and static timing analysis and writing automated simulation and verification build scripts. Building automated pre-silicon verification environment whilst supporting early development of Embedded firmware throughout start of project. Integrate and partition in-house designs and IP from third parties and wrap with modelling logic to represent mixed signal design element. Asist with the validation of new silicon chips with a mix between CI/CD automation and manual tests through electrical test equipment. Qualifications and Experience: Strong experience in digital custom IC design. Strong experience in digital IC verification (UVM, SVA, VIP, and UPF), for ASIC implementation. Strong RTL coding with Verilog and System Verilog. Strong knowledge of interface technology (I2C, SPI, UART, SWD, JTAG, etc). Strong knowledge of on-chip bus protocol (AMBA AHB, APB, AXI-Stream, etc). Experience with Linux OS, revision control (Git) and Scripting languages (Bash, Tcl, and Python). Experience with EDA tools for simulation (Siemens Quest), Synthesis (DesignCompiler). Pay rate: Up to £70 ph D.O.E outside IR35
23/04/2024
Project-based
Digital IC Design Engineer | Contract | Cambridge | Up to £70ph DOE | Outside IR35 | Hybrid Are you looking for a new opportunity within the Digital IC Design space? Are you looking to offer your expertise to help scale a growing team? Are you looking to join a fast-growing company working on industry leading technologies in Smartphones, AR/VR & Wearables? Then this might just be the role for you. We are working with an industry leading electronics company that operate in the precision motion solutions space with their work being applied in the Smartphone, AR/VR and Wearables sectors. They are looking to bring in a selection of IC Design Engineers with a digital bias to deliver industry leading IC RTL Design and technical mentoring to a highly skilled, close-knit team. Key Responsibilities: Digital design development for custom IC Integration including the writing of IP design specifications, coding Verilog and SystemVerilog models for simulation, synthesis and static timing analysis and writing automated simulation and verification build scripts. Building automated pre-silicon verification environment whilst supporting early development of Embedded firmware throughout start of project. Integrate and partition in-house designs and IP from third parties and wrap with modelling logic to represent mixed signal design element. Asist with the validation of new silicon chips with a mix between CI/CD automation and manual tests through electrical test equipment. Qualifications and Experience: Strong experience in digital custom IC design. Strong experience in digital IC verification (UVM, SVA, VIP, and UPF), for ASIC implementation. Strong RTL coding with Verilog and System Verilog. Strong knowledge of interface technology (I2C, SPI, UART, SWD, JTAG, etc). Strong knowledge of on-chip bus protocol (AMBA AHB, APB, AXI-Stream, etc). Experience with Linux OS, revision control (Git) and Scripting languages (Bash, Tcl, and Python). Experience with EDA tools for simulation (Siemens Quest), Synthesis (DesignCompiler). Pay rate: Up to £70 ph D.O.E outside IR35