Lead Electrical and Electronic Design Engineer

AB Dynamics; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Electrical and Electronic Design Engineer to work on developing high-value, technologically complex products. This role involves resolving design issues, creating detailed schematics, and supporting manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in relevant engineering disciplines or equivalent experience. The company offers a competitive salary, a discretionary bonus scheme, generous vacation days, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension contributions

Qualifications

• Degree qualified Engineer in relevant discipline, or HND with experience.
• Experience in electrical CAD and PCB design, or willingness to learn.
• Strong analytical skills and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex design problems and produce complete systems.
• Create electrical/electronic schematics and PCB layouts.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams.
• Prepare documentation for Engineering Releases.
• Support global customers and develop future product ideas.

Skills

Electrical CAD

Electronic PCB design

Analytical skills

Ability to collaborate across disciplines

Creative problem solving

Education

Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or Robotics Engineering

HND qualification (considered)

Job description

Lead Electrical and Electronic Design Engineer

Full-time. Working Pattern: Office Based.

Role Overview

Working within AB Dynamics’ Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Design Engineering team, you will develop technologically complex, high-value products from conception through to production. These projects will often involve a multi-disciplinary team of Mechanical, Electrical, Software and Project Engineers. You will work predominantly on robotic projects for our Track Test Department and Kinematics & Compliance projects for our Lab Test Department, which supplies OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers with R&D equipment for their automotive development efforts.

What will you be doing?

• Resolve complex design problems, prepare concept designs, and produce complete systems and/or products utilising primary electrical and electronic design (wiring loom and PCB design) and secondary software and mechanical design.
• Creation of detailed electrical/electronic schematics and PCB layouts following design for manufacturability practices.
• Work with Suppliers and ABD’s Manufacturing, Test and Commissioning departments to source, manufacture, calibrate, deliver and support our products.
• Prepare and submit documentation for Engineering Releases including engineering calculations, detailed drawings, parts lists, test reports, design reviews, regulatory compliance (risk assessments, FMEA, LVD, EMC, etc.), build manuals, installation manuals, etc.
• Propel the manufacture of prototypes and final products through a busy manufacturing department.
• Support our global customers using AB Dynamics’ products in the field. Collaborate with them to develop solutions and envisage future product ideas for their automotive R&D capabilities.

What are we looking for?

• Degree qualified Engineerin an Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or Robotics Engineering discipline, although exceptional candidates with relevant experience and/or HND qualifications only will be considered.
• Electrical CAD & Electronic PCB design experience, although exceptional candidates with practical experience and a willingness to learn design will be considered.
• A passion for design with good analytical skills and the ability to liaise across engineering disciplines. Creativity and a determination to succeed are key attributes for this role.

We are part of the AB Dynamics Group, an innovative, dynamic listed business with a friendly and supportive working environment. In addition to competitive salaries, our attractive benefits package includes a discretionary company bonus scheme, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and generous company pension contributions.

At AB Dynamics Group we set ourselves ambitious objectives and strive to work according to our values of customers, people, diversity, innovation, excellence and responsibility. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.