Lead Electronics Engineer - Electric Motor Drives

Gerrell & Hard; England; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Lead Electronics Engineer to join its dynamic engineering team. This pivotal role involves delivering high-volume power electronics projects while providing technical leadership. You'll collaborate closely with senior management to align engineering projects with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power electronics design, proven leadership skills, and a passion for mentoring. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are driven to achieve excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics or related discipline required.
• Strong background in power electronics design essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead electronic development of motor drive and charging electronics.
• Manage PCB layouts ensuring compliance and performance.

Skills

Power Electronics Design

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

PCB Integration

Simulation (Simulink, Matlab)

EMC Compliance

Battery Chemistry Knowledge

Electronics CAD (Altium)

Firmware Integration

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

Electronics CAD (Altium)

Simulation Software (Simulink, Matlab)

Job description

Lead Electronics Engineer

Location: Norfolk
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Circa £80,000 + benefits

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Electronics Engineer to join our growing engineering team.
This is a key role responsible for delivering high-volume power electronics projects and providing technical leadership to the Electronics team.
You will work closely with the CTO and VP of Engineering to align projects with the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electronic development of new motor drive and charging electronics.
• Design electronic controllers optimised for cost, performance, manufacturability, test, and quality.
• Manage PCB layouts, ensuring electromagnetic and thermal performance, safety, and compliance.
• Deliver electronics projects in line with technical specifications and customer requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and planning for the electronics team’s activities.
• Support product and programme managers with resource and delivery scheduling.
• Offer technical input into supply chain and manufacturing processes.
• Mentor, coach, and develop engineers and technicians.
• Drive process improvements across the engineering function.
• Build strong relationships with key internal teams, including Software/Firmware, Procurement, and PMO.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Degree in Electronics or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Strong background in Power Electronics Design, including Design for Manufacture in high-volume, harsh environment applications.
• Proven leadership experience and ability to scale teams effectively.
• Expertise in electronics project technical management throughout the product lifecycle.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic approach to engineering challenges.
• Experience with PCB, mechanical, and software integration.
• Simulation experience (Simulink, Matlab, Simetrix, or LTSpice).
• EMC compliance knowledge and design considerations.
• Experience working with various battery chemistries (Li-ion, Lifepo4, Lead Acid).
• Familiarity with Electronics CAD software (Altium preferred).
• Understanding of firmware integration with hardware designs.

Desirable:

• Experience with AC/DC topologies and three-phase systems.
• Hands-on magnetics design knowledge.
• Strong grasp of control loop theory and system simulation for control algorithm development.

Personal Attributes

• Ambitious and driven to deliver world-class results.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong technical and commercial instincts.
• Resilient under pressure, with a “can-do, will-do” attitude.
• Positive, proactive, and focused on continuous improvement.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Collaborative team player who can also work independently.
• Growth mindset and adaptable to fast-changing priorities.
• Comfortable challenging the status quo constructively for continuous advancement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership is desirable.

Additional Information

• Full driving licence and own vehicle required (insured for business use).
• Some overseas travel may be necessary.
• Must be IT proficient (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MRP systems).

If you are a talented Electronics Engineer looking for a leadership role within a fast-paced and innovative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become part of a company committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous growth.