Electronics Engineer

James Fisher and Sons plc; Inverness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Aberdeen seeks an Electronics Engineer to provide design solutions and support for its product range. The role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure project success and conducting site visits. Candidates should have a strong background in electronics design, an engineering degree, and proficiency in relevant tools. Commitment to quality and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Proven skills in electronics design.
• Experience with embedded circuit design (e.g., STM32).

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design input for new products.
• Collaborate with internal departments for tech solutions.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Electronics design

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Electrical and electronics engineering degree

Tools

Altium Designer

Engineering design software

CAD tools

Job description

About the Role

Electronics Engineer
Westhill, Aberdeen
Permanent position

About Us:
JFD, part of the James Fisher Group, is the world leading underwater capability provider, serving the commercial and defence markets with innovative diving, submarine and hyperbaric rescue, technical solutions, and services.
Operating worldwide, the company is the leading provider of submarine rescue capability and submarine escape training. It is at the forefront of Hyperbaric Rescue and a leading supplier of commercial and defence diving equipment and saturation diving systems.

About the role:
To provide engineering design solutions and support for the JFD product range throughout its lifecycle.
Work may involve designing new products to meet client or internal specifications or supporting upgrades and modifications to existing equipment in the field.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Provide engineering design input for new products and support existing products by addressing technical queries and offering solutions.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as sales, procurement, and production to ensure optimal technical solutions.
• Source components and materials, create part numbers, and develop bills of materials.
• Develop engineering documentation including specifications, proposals, assembly instructions, test procedures, and certification reports.
• Review electrical drawings and documentation for accuracy, compliance with standards, and adherence to company processes.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Conduct site visits to client assets and other JFD offices as required.
• Serve as a technical checker for drawings and documentation supporting the Electrical Engineer role.

Who are we looking for?
Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. They should be methodical, adaptable to changing requirements, and committed to delivering high-quality work within deadlines. Ownership and accountability for tasks are essential.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in a similar role.
• An electrical and electronics engineering degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven skills in electronics design.
• Knowledge of PCB schematic capture and layout, preferably using Altium Designer.
• Experience with embedded circuit design (e.g., STM32) and software development.
• Proficiency with engineering design software and CAD tools.
• Understanding of design standards and product lifecycle management systems.
• Experience working to marine, defence standards, and class society rules (mainly LR and DNV).

Candidates must be able to pass security clearance and have the right to work in the UK.

Note: Applications may close early due to volume, so early application is encouraged.

James Fisher is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident employer and partner with the Career Transition Partnership for armed forces resettlement.