Lead Electronics Engineer

X4 Technology; Horsham; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology business seeks a Lead Electronics Engineer in Horsham. In this mid-senior level role, you will lead a team of 6 engineers, overseeing the full product lifecycle from requirements to production support. Key responsibilities include integrating innovative products and developing specifications. Candidates should have strong skills in digital and analogue design, along with 5+ years of systems engineering experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £80,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in systems engineering and people management/leadership.
• Strong digital & analogue design skills (ADCs, DACs, op-amps, power supplies).
• Familiar with PCB tools and simulation software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of innovative products.
• Develop specifications, requirements, and interface definitions.
• Drive system integration, debugging, and validation activities.

Skills

Digital design skills

Analogue design skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium

OrCAD

KiCad

LTspice

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Lead Electronics Engineer

Location: South Surrey (4 days onsite)

Base pay range: Up to £80,000

We’re seeking a Lead Electronics Engineer to join a leading technology business driving innovation in advanced sensor technology. In this role, you’ll lead a talented engineering team of 6 engineers and take ownership of the full product lifecycle from requirements and system architecture to circuit design, prototyping, testing, and production support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of innovative products (digital, analogue, and software).
• Develop specifications, requirements, and interface definitions.
• Design, simulate, and validate circuits.
• Drive system integration, debugging, and validation activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
• Support compliance (EMC, safety) and DFMEA reviews.

About You

• Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or similar.
• 5+ years’ experience in systems engineering and people management/leadership.
• Strong digital & analogue design skills (ADCs, DACs, op-amps, power supplies).
• Familiar with PCB tools (Altium, OrCAD, KiCad) and simulation (LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink).

Desirable: wireless communications (BLE, Wi‑Fi, LoRa), intrinsic safety standards, or experience in regulated sectors (medical, aerospace, automotive, industrial automation).

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Computers and Electronics Manufacturing and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing