Senior Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic development team. This role involves leading advanced hardware design and architecture, ensuring seamless integration of complex systems. You will collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, utilizing your expertise in embedded design and schematic capture software. The position offers a unique opportunity to mentor junior engineers and influence product development while working on cutting-edge technology. If you are passionate about hardware development and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in hardware development.
• Proficiency in embedded design for battery-powered devices.

Responsibilities

• Leads advanced hardware design and architecture for complex boards.
• Mentors junior engineers and supports team development.

Skills

Embedded Design

Schematic Capture Software

Microsoft Office

Board Management Tools

JIRA

GIT

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Engineers are a core component of the development team serving as the technical authority for hardware development while working to deliver best-in-class products. They collaborate closely with Firmware Engineers, System Engineers, Quality Engineers, Program Managers, external partners, and customers to stay at the forefront of technology and innovation, ensuring the delivery of reliable products.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Advanced Hardware Design & Architecture: Leads the design of complex boards or subsystems (multi-layer PCBs, high-speed interfaces, advanced power management). Ensures robust designs through signal integrity analysis, power integrity checks, and thermal considerations.
2. System-Level Integration & DFM/DFT: Works with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless hardware integration, considering manufacturability and testability (e.g., component spacing, test points, production yields).
3. Simulation & Functional Safety and EMC: Uses SPICE simulation tools to predict and mitigate issues. Designs with safety in mind and guides compliance planning for EMC, EMI, ESD, and assists in certification testing.
4. Documentation & Communication: Creates detailed design documents, test plans, and interface control documents. Communicates effectively with stakeholders and supports project documentation, schedules, budgets, and risk assessments. Supports supplier quality audits and interfaces with subcontractors.
5. Leadership & Mentorship: Mentors junior engineers, supports team development, conducts design reviews, and may lead small project teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

1. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering; 5+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
2. Required Skills/Abilities: Proficiency in embedded design for battery-powered devices, schematic capture software (Altium a plus), Microsoft Office, and board management/defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, GIT).
3. Additional Skills: Experience with military standards (MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-810), laser systems, night vision/imaging, or target location systems.

Physical Requirements

• On-site presence required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Extended computer use and ability to handle tools/prototypes.

Compensation varies based on experience. Wilcox is an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination and harassment in accordance with applicable laws.