Principal Electronics Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a Principal Electronics Design Engineer in Leeds to lead the design and optimization of analogue electronics and power systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electronics design, particularly in analogue circuit design, possess strong leadership skills, and hold a relevant degree. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and guide a team of engineers in innovating technical solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electronics design, especially in analogue circuit design.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Strong understanding of safety standards and thermal design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of analogue electronics.
• Guide a team of engineers and promote innovation.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure product development.

Skills

Analogue circuit design

Power electronics

Leadership

EMC compliance

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering

Master's or PhD is a plus

Tools

SPICE

Matlab

Altium

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced electronics design engineer looking to take the next step in your career? We're hiring a Principal Electronics Design Engineer to join our innovative and growing engineering team in Leeds.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimisation of analogue electronics, power systems, and switch-mode power supplies (SMPS).
• Guide a team of engineers through complex design challenges, promoting innovation and technical excellence.
• Oversee integration of control electronics, HMI, and LED lighting systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced issues related to power conversion, EMC, thermal management, and system integration.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless product development and integration.
• Review and approve technical documents including schematics, PCB layouts, and test specifications.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, conducting research to continuously improve designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Electronics Engineering (Master\'s or PhD is a plus).
• Extensive experience in electronics design, with hands-on skill in analogue circuit design and power electronics.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of SMPS topologies (buck, boost, flyback, etc.).
• Proficient in industry-standard tools (e.g., SPICE, Matlab, Altium).
• Strong understanding of EMC compliance, thermal design, and safety standards.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

If this Principal Electronics Design Engineer job in Leeds could be of interest, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Ben on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed).