Senior Electronics and Firmware Engineer

Nicholas Associates Group; Warwick; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm seeks a Senior Electronics and Firmware Engineer for a hybrid role in Warwick, focusing on the development of innovative measurement products. The position demands strong embedded software and PCB design skills. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Electronic Engineering and relevant hands-on experience, joining a supportive R&D team committed to product success.

Benefits

Pension

Comprehensive healthcare through AXA

24/7 On-line GP support

Discount schemes

Free car parking on-site

Qualifications

• Experience in embedded software for electronics and firmware development.
• Hands-on development skills essential.
• Ability to oversee PCB design and layout.

Responsibilities

• Design robust products from concepts and specifications.
• Oversee PCB design ensuring high-quality results.
• Write test plans for hardware verification.

Skills

Embedded C

PCB design

Circuit analysis

Environmental testing

Technical fluency in hardware

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Electronics and Firmware Engineer

Location: Warwick, Warwickshire; Hybrid, 2-3 days in our Warwick office

Job Type: Permanent

Posted on: 8th Sep 2025

Job Reference: JN -092025-63405_1757325343

Contract: Full-Time

About the Role

Our client is looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer with experience of embedded software to work on the electronics and firmware for their innovative range of measurement products.

You will be a part of a 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 client's current and future products in the marketplace.

You will have the opportunity to make a real difference to future products. This is a hands-on role and would need on-site presence around 3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Design of robust products from concepts and specifications, bringing innovative solutions to complex problems
• Bringing your experience to bear with hands on development
• Oversee PCB design and layout, ensuring best practice and high-quality results
• Write and specify test plans for hardware verification and production testing
• Support environmental and EMC testing during qualification
• Perform circuit analysis including power consumption, component tolerance & reliability
• Capture and implement design requirements in collaboration with other teams
• Experience of delivering digital electronics designs from concept to production, preferably with a focus on battery powered, microprocessor-based applications
• Be technically fluent in hardware with some experience of embedded software
• Oversight of PCB Design & layout
• Familiarity with standard interface busses such as SPI, I2C, UART & USB
• Product development with regards to DFx (design for safety, testability, and manufacturability)
• Knowledge of test & verification techniques in support of product lifecycle development
• Experience of using embedded C on microcontrollers
• A Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience

Qualifications & Advantages

These skills/experience are not mandatory but would be an advantage to candidates able to demonstrate any of the following:

• Experience with environmental and EMC testing during qualification
• Production test development & operation when working with in-house or contract manufacturers
• Experience with battery powered Bluetooth or Wi-Fi devices
• Some experience of analogue electronics design would be advantageous
• Technical fluency in any of the following: Mechanical or industrial design; Manufacturing engineering or factory test setups
• Experience of certification process such as CE, ISED and FCC
• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• A benefits package including: Pension; Comprehensive healthcare through AXA; 24/7 On-line GP support
• A supportive team culture with regular team events and professional development opportunities
• Discount schemes including software services discounts
• Free car parking on-site

Please note - our client is unable to provide Visa Sponsorship. You must be eligible to live & work 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.

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For more information on this vacancy please contact us on 07856 919293.