Electronic Design Engineer

SYOS Aerospace; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering autonomous vehicle company in Fareham is seeking an experienced Electronics Design Engineer to join their innovative team. You will be responsible for the design and development of electronic systems for unmanned aerial and surface vehicles. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience, a relevant degree, and proficiency in PCB design software. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven professional experience in electronics design and development.
• Hands-on experience with electronics assembly, testing, fault-finding and debugging.
• Experience with Design for Manufacture principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed schematics and perform multi-layer PCB layouts.
• Design and implement digital circuitry for various vehicle subsystems.
• Conduct thorough fault-finding and debugging on electronics.

Skills

Schematic capture and PCB layout software

Digital electronics design principles

Electronics assembly and debugging

Communication interfaces (Ethernet, I2C, SPI, UART)

Microcontroller programming (C/C++, Assembly, Python)

Experience with FPGAs and Hardware Description Languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics or related field

Tools

Eagle

Altium Designer

KiCad

Fusion360

Job description

Overview

Syos is a pioneering company focused on developing industry leading utilitarian autonomous vehicles across air, land and sea. Syos family of utilitarian vehicles are all powered with Syos’ control system with various advanced computer vision, swarming and communication systems.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Electronics Design Engineer to join our expanding Electronics Components team in the UK. You will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of robust electronic systems for vision, motion and control of our advanced unmanned aerial and surface vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Schematic Capture & PCB Design: Develop detailed schematics and perform multi-layer Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layouts for critical onboard electronic systems.
• Digital Design: Design and implement digital circuitry for various vehicle subsystems.
• Electronics Assembly & Debugging: Participate in the assembly of electronic prototypes and conduct thorough fault-finding and debugging to ensure system functionality.
• Communication Interfaces: Design and integrate various communication interfaces, including Ethernet, I2C, MIPI CSI2, and other serial communication protocols.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, particularly the software team, to ensure seamless hardware-software integration and system optimization.
• Problem Solving: Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex electronic design and integration challenges.
• Documentation: Create comprehensive design documentation, test plans, and assembly procedures.

What You'll Bring

• A Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of proven professional experience in electronics design and development.

Core Skills

• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout software (e.g. Eagle, Altium Designer, KiCad, fusion360 etc).
• Demonstrable experience with multi-layer PCB design.
• Strong understanding of digital electronics design principles.
• Hands-on experience with electronics assembly, testing, fault-finding, and debugging.
• Solid knowledge of common communication interfaces such as Ethernet, I2C, SPI, and UART.
• Experience with Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles.
• Knowledge of high-power electronics, 3-phase motors, and motor drivers.
• Experience with sensor and camera integration.
• Understanding of mixed-signal circuit design.
• Experience with microcontroller programming (C/C++, Assembly, Python).
• Familiarity with development boards like Arduino or Raspberry Pi.
• Experience with FPGAs and Hardware Description Languages (VHDL or Verilog).

What We Offer

• A dynamic and fast-paced environment working on state-of-the-art UxV technology.
• Opportunities for career growth in a high-tech, innovative team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Continuous learning opportunities.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Electronics Design Engineer with a passion for innovation and a desire to contribute to the future of autonomous systems, we encourage you to apply.

Location

This position is based at our production facility in Fareham, UK with hybrid and remote options available

Please note

We kindly ask that recruiters and recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this role. Thank you!

Job Types

• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Are you able to obtain a SC Clearance?
• Do you have a minimum of 3+ years proven professional experience in electronics design and development?