Electronics Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bolton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Test Design Support Engineer to bridge the gap between design and manufacturing teams. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge missile programs and unique projects, providing a stimulating engineering challenge. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electronics design, excellent communication skills, and a passion for innovation. Join a forward-thinking organization that values personal growth and offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will truly make a difference.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or equivalent experience in Electronics Engineering.
• Experience in design and support through manufacturing phases.

Responsibilities

• Interface between design and manufacturing teams to support production.
• Manage work packages and engage with stakeholders for successful delivery.

Skills

Digital and Analogue electronics

Power Electronics

RF & Antenna

Interconnects

Safety Electronics

Test Systems

Schematic design

PCB Design

Adherence to BS EN Standards

Verbal communication

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering

Equivalent industry experience

Job description

Job Description

Test Design Support Engineer

Contract inside IR35 paying up to £65 per hour (Umbrella before deductions)

Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our World leading defence client for an experienced Electronics Design Engineer / Production Support Engineer to take on the role of Test Design Support Engineer at their site in Lancashire.

Ideal Electronics Engineering candidates will come from a background in designing products/systems and/or providing support to designs through the manufacturing phase of the product lifecycle.

Experience of RF and Test Systems is preferable.

Overview:

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Electronic Design Engineers to play a leading role in the support of production activities at a state of the art manufacturing facility, where you'll see designs coming to life in the manufacturing environment.

The Role

You will act as the interface between our design teams and our manufacturing teams while working alongside other support engineers to provide knowledge and support.

The primary aim is focused on highly advanced module missile programmes and subsystems, but there is also scope to work on other unique opportunities including support to launcher assemblies.

This is a unique opportunity presenting you with a true engineering challenge in an organisation that can provide scope for personal growth and development in other areas of electronics.

Skills and experience required from you:

• Degree qualified (or equivalent industry experience) with experience of designing product/systems and/or providing support to designs through the manufacturing phase of the product lifecycle.
• Proven experience in the design of one or more of the following disciplines:-
  • Digital and Analogue electronics
  • Power Electronics
  • RF & Antenna
  • Interconnects
  • Safety Electronics
  • Test Systems
  • Schematic design
  • PCB Design
  • Adherence to BS EN Standards

• Excellent verbal communication, negotiation and influencing skills with the capability to write clear and concise engineering documentation.

• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, with an awareness of the challenges and opportunities that this may bring and a passion for innovation and collaboration.
• You'll be prepared to work autonomously if needed, lead the delivery of your work assignments, and actively engage with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of your outputs.
• Manage discreet work packages preparing bids, controlling costs and delivering solutions.
  • Experience in supporting manufacturing and resolving manufacturing issues is an advantage, but not essential.
  • Investigative skills to be able to find Root Causes of design related issues and propose robust Corrective Actions.
  • Finally, we are looking for someone who has a record of accomplishment of on-time delivery along with good verbal and written communication skills.

Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today! - and feel free to follow up with a direct message on LinkedIn!

Working with Certain Advantage

We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it.

We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering.

If this job isn't for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.