Electronics Engineer

bf1systems Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

bf1systems Ltd is seeking an experienced Electronics Engineer to develop high-reliability hardware for automotive and motorsport applications. Key responsibilities include end-to-end electronic system design, component validation, and enhancing existing designs.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in sensor technology, compliance with industry standards, and proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout. A BEng in Electronics Engineering is required alongside strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electronics design within automotive or motorsport industries.
• Experience in developing hardware for safety-critical applications.
• Familiarity with DFM/DFT principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic systems including RF circuits and PCB layouts.
• Collaborate with teams to validate and document hardware specifications.
• Investigate hardware-related issues and drive continuous improvements.

Skills

Sensor development in automotive applications

Electronic circuit design

Schematic capture and PCB layout

Troubleshooting electrical circuits

RF design principles

Education

BEng in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Circuit simulation tools

Job description

Electronics engineer with proven experience in automotive and/or motorsport environments, and expertise in sensor technology (including pressure, temperature and humidity), wireless systems (notably 2.4GHz), and systems-level electronic design. Responsible for developing high-reliability electronic hardware for safety-critical and performance-driven applications, collaborating closely with embedded software and product engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Electronics Design & Development

• Design and development of bf1systems products, ensuring compliance with all relevant requirements, specifications, and legislation (including ESG expectations).
• Drive the selection, integration, and validation of electronic components, with a focus on reliability and performance in harsh environments.
• End-to-end electronic system design, including schematic capture, PCB layout, prototyping, and validation.
• Design and develop hardware, including RF circuits, power management, and signal conditioning.

Product Lifecycle Support

• Maintain and support existing electronic designs, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Lead and support projects through APQP processes, including FMEA reviews and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure DFM/DFT and smooth transition to production.

Testing, Validation & Documentation

• Develop Design Verification Plans (DVP) for hardware validation, including bench and vehicle-level testing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet technical and compliance specifications.
• Write clear, concise technical reports for investigations, testing outcomes, and engineering reviews.
• Maintain accurate documentation throughout the design and development process, adhering to company standards.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate and resolve hardware-related issues, including production customer and concerns.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process and product improvements.

Additional Duties

• Participate in training and development activities aligned with personal, departmental, and company objectives.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience with sensor development, integration, and testing in automotive or motorsport applications.
• Extensive experience in electronic circuit design, analysis, and troubleshooting (analogue and digital), including transceiver level design for CAN/CANFD.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout using industry standard design tools.
• Ability to produce accurate technical documentation and detailed investigative reports.
• Minimum BEng in Electronics Engineering or equivalent appropriate qualification.
• An understanding of RF design (433MHz, 2.4GHz) and EMC/EMI considerations and mitigation in hardware.
• Ability to perform fault diagnosis to component level and drive root-cause analysis.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT) in electronics.
• Familiarity with circuit simulation tools, advanced PCB technologies (e.g., Flex, Rigid/Flex, HDI) and data acquisition systems in motorsport or automotive environments.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret and understand complex data sets.
• Familiarity with embedded software as it relates to hardware integration and validation.

Preferred Requirements & Experience

• Evidence of working closely with technical experts in software and systems disciplines.
• Hands-on approach with attention to detail in a technically challenging environment.
• Exposure to embedded software design and development is an advantage.
• Motorsports/Automotive industry experience within a TS16949 environment is desirable.