Lead Hardware And Firmware Engineer

Austin Fraser; Warwick; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Lead/Principal Hardware & Firmware Engineer to join their dynamic R&D team. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge measurement products, leading a talented team in the design and development of hardware and embedded software. You will be instrumental in delivering high-quality solutions, overseeing PCB design, and ensuring successful product lifecycle management. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values diversity and inclusivity, and take your career to the next level.

Qualifications

• Proven record in digital electronics design from architecture to production.
• Experience in managing small teams and overseeing PCB design.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design robust products from concepts and specifications.
• Lead and mentor a small team, ensuring high-quality results.
• Define and specify test plans for hardware verification.

Skills

Digital Electronics Design

Hardware Engineering

Firmware Development

PCB Design

Embedded C

Communication Skills

Team Management

Product Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering

Job description

Job Role: Lead/Principal Hardware & Firmware Engineer

Work pattern: Hybrid, 2-3 days working in our Warwick office

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum

Nicholas Associates has an exciting opportunity to work for an innovative & award winning client, within the tech industry.

Overview:

We are looking for a talented and experienced Lead/Principal Hardware & Firmware Engineer to work on the hardware and embedded software for their exciting range of measurement products. You will be a part of our strong research and development team which includes electronics hardware, embedded software, cloud & backend software and mobile app development. The work you do will be crucial to the success of our current and future products in the market place. You will have the opportunity to lead the hardware/firmware team and manage their work packages. Although this is a technical role at the outset it could develop into a line management role for the right applicant.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architect and design robust products from concepts and specifications in alignment with the requirements, bringing innovative solutions to complex problems.
2. Technically lead and mentor a small team, bringing your extensive experience to bear with hands-on development and support for your team.
3. Oversee PCB design and layout, ensuring best practice and high-quality results.
4. Define and specify test plans for hardware verification and production testing.
5. Identify and implement improvements to test and diagnostic processes.
6. Support environmental and EMC testing during qualification.
7. Perform and oversee circuit analysis including power, tolerance, and reliability.
8. Capture design requirements in collaboration with other teams.

Essential Skills & Experience:

1. A proven record of delivering digital electronics designs from architecture to production, preferably with a focus on battery powered, MCU-based applications.
2. Be technically fluent in hardware, firmware and manufacturing engineering.
3. Oversight of PCB Design & layout.
4. A good understanding of embedded C for microcontrollers.
5. Familiarity with standard interface busses such as SPI, I2C, UART & USB.
6. Product development with regards to DFx (design for safety, testability, and manufacturability).
7. Knowledge of test & verification techniques in support of product lifecycle development.
8. Experience managing a small team and/or packages of work is highly desirable.
9. A Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent knowledge or experience.
10. Strong communication skills, both written & verbal.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

1. Full product life cycle development & management.
2. Experience with environmental and EMC testing during qualification.
3. Production test development & operation.
4. Experience with battery powered Bluetooth or Wi-Fi devices.
5. Some experience of analogue electronics design would be advantageous.
6. Experience in a smaller company or start-up environment where the portfolio of responsibilities tends to be broader.
7. Technically fluent in firmware, mechanical and manufacturing engineering.
8. Experience of the certification process (CE and FCC).

Please note: our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship. You must have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

About Us:

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group.