Senior Electrical/Electronic Engineer

Recruitment Solutions Workforce LTD; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronic product manufacturer in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Electrical/Electronic Engineer to control design and development from concept to mass production. The role involves collaboration with R&D teams, compliance with safety directives, and mentoring team members. The company offers a flexible work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexi-time system

Company pension up to 10%

Early finish on Fridays

Free on-site parking

24 days annual leave (+ holidays, increasing with service)

Death in service benefit (4x salary)

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Fuel card

Employee Assistance Programme

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years industry experience or 10+ years relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in electrical and EMC testing.

Responsibilities

• Control design, development, and evaluation of new models.
• Lead and support engineering teams, ensuring schedules are met.
• Develop test procedures to validate designs.

Skills

Electrical Testing

PCB Design

Project Management

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Zuken CR5000

Job description

Job Title: Senior Electrical/Electronic Engineer

My client in the Cardiff area is seeking a Senior Electrical/Electronic Engineer due to company expansion.

About Us

Our client is one of the largest and leading electronic product manufacturers in the world. Since 1918, we have maintained a strong reputation for research, manufacturing expertise, and high-quality, sophisticated products. Established in Cardiff in 1974, we pride ourselves on providing quality products that enhance living standards across various sectors, including homes, communities, businesses, and automobiles, with a focus on innovative electronics technology.

Responsibilities

1. Control the design, development, and evaluation of new models from concept to mass production, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and collaboration with R&D teams.
2. Critically evaluate design proposals and participate in peer review meetings.
3. Develop test procedures to validate designs, study EMC & Signal Integrity issues, and identify/eliminate design problems early.
4. Coordinate with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to keep all stakeholders informed.
5. Ensure compliance with relevant safety directives and investigate complex issues to support improvements.
6. Lead and support engineering teams, ensuring development builds meet schedules.
7. Support project planning, documentation, and process improvements.
8. Mentor R&D team members and contribute to technical and strategic meetings.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline, with 5+ years industry experience, or 10+ years relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in electrical and EMC testing, fault finding, PCB design (preferably Zuken CR5000), and circuit simulation.
• Proficiency in designing electronics from concept to production, including dealing with subcontractors.
• Knowledge of EMC / ESD design, project management, soldering, and electronic testing tools.
• Strong circuit theory knowledge, team leadership skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Desirable: experience with my client's home appliance products.
• Physical ability to handle manual tasks; valid driving license; willingness to travel internationally; valid passport.

What We Offer

• Flexi-time system
• Company pension up to 10%
• Early finish on Fridays
• Free on-site parking
• 24 days annual leave (+ holidays, increasing with service)
• Death in service benefit (4x salary)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and other leave benefits
• Fuel card, Employee Assistance Programme, Long Service Awards
• On-site canteen, staff sales, training opportunities, and more

Application

Please send your most recent CV to be considered.

Location: Cardiff

Salary: DOE