Electronics Engineer

Bluebolt Recruitment; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Electronic Engineer to lead projects in electronic and embedded firmware design within a regulated environment. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience but recent graduates may also be considered. Key responsibilities include schematic design, PCB layout review, and firmware development. The role requires proficiency in OrCAD and VHDL, as well as excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in electronic design and development.
• Solid experience in schematic design and capture.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Capture and trace requirements from customer specifications.
• Design and simulate schematics using OrCAD or KiCAD.
• Develop embedded firmware in VHDL and C.

Skills

Electronic design

Embedded firmware development

Problem-solving

Proficiency in programming

Schematic design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering or related field

Tools

OrCAD

KiCAD

VHDL

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electronic Engineer to join a highly skilled small team, working in a technically challenging and highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will lead electronic and embedded firmware design and development projects for avionics and maritime applications.

This role is ideal for a proactive individual with at least 5 years of experience however, our client is happy to consider applicants at a Junior / Graduate level.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Capture and trace requirements from customer specifications to detailed design.
• Design and simulate schematics (OrCAD and KiCAD experience preferred).
• Review PCB layouts (experience with Allegro is a plus).
• Develop embedded firmware (VHDL and C).
• Support verification and qualification processes (knowledge of DO-178, DO-254, BS EN 61508 beneficial).
• Generate and maintain design documentation.
• Take ownership of assigned work packages, ensuring timely delivery within budget and technical requirements.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering or similar in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in electronic design and development however, we will also consider recent graduates.
• Schematic design and capture skills (OrCAD experience ideal).
• Proficiency in embedded programming.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to learning new technologies.
• Knowledge of video standards or power circuitry design a benefit.


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