Senior Electronics Engineer

Emerson; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Cumbernauld, Scotland, is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to design, develop, and support electronic solutions for gas analysis products. You will work across analog, digital, and mixed-signal domains, guiding product transfers from concept to production and mentoring teammates.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet performance, reliability, and efficiency goals while advancing your technical leadership in a collaborative culture that values inclusion and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience designing electronic systems and products.
• Knowledge of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design principles.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools.
• Ability to perform board bring-up, testing, and root cause analysis.
• Experience using simulation tools to support design and validation.
• Understanding of EMC and product compliance considerations.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom and able to work from Cumbernauld site.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative and reliable electronic design solutions meeting product and customer requirements.
• Design, analyse, test, and validate analog, digital, and mixed-signal systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams from concept to manufacturing release.
• Work with contract manufacturers to ensure successful production transfer.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including BOMs and test procedures.
• Plan and support EMC testing and certification activities.
• Support manufacturing teams in issue resolution and product quality objectives.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to engineering team growth.

Skills

Analog design

Digital design

Mixed-signal design

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Education

Electronic Engineering degree

Tools

Altium

Job description

Job Description

If you are a Senior Electronics Engineer professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you in Cumbernauld, Scotland. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and support of innovative electronic solutions for industry-leading gas analysis products. Working within a collaborative engineering environment, you will help bring new technologies to market, support existing product portfolios, and provide technical guidance that enables both team and business success. You will play a key role in advancing products used across a wide range of industries, helping customers improve performance, reliability, and operational efficiency. Guided by Emerson’s values of innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion, you will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions while continuing to develop your technical expertise and leadership capabilities.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop innovative and reliable electronic design solutions that meet product and customer requirements.
• Design, analyze, test, and validate analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronic systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development from concept through manufacturing release.
• Partner with contract manufacturers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful product transfer to production.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including manufacturing build instructions, bills of materials, and test procedures.
• Develop and execute design verification and validation activities to ensure product performance and compliance.
• Plan and support EMC testing activities, including pre-compliance assessments, troubleshooting, and formal certification testing.
• Work with regulatory and approvals organizations to demonstrate compliance and provide technical justification where required.
• Support manufacturing teams in resolving technical issues and achieving product quality objectives.
• Contribute to sustaining engineering activities and continuous improvement initiatives for existing products.
• Mentor and share knowledge with colleagues, fostering technical growth and collaboration across the engineering team.
• Support additional projects and responsibilities aligned with business priorities and your expertise.

Who You Are:

You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You communicate effectively across a variety of audiences and situations, ensuring messages are clear and understood. You readily learn and apply new technologies, approaches, and methods to address complex challenges. You consistently achieve results, even under changing circumstances, while demonstrating resourcefulness, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Min 7 years of demonstrated experience designing and developing electronic systems and products in a professional engineering environment.
• Knowledge of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design principles.
• Experience with electronic schematic capture and PCB design tools.
• Ability to perform board bring-up, troubleshooting, testing, and root cause analysis using appropriate engineering methods and tools.
• Experience using simulation tools to support design and validation activities.
• Understanding of signal integrity, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and product compliance considerations.
• Strong technical problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom and the ability to work from the Cumbernauld site as required.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Degree, HND, apprenticeship, technical certification, or equivalent practical experience in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience developing products within industrial, regulated, or highly technical environments.
• Knowledge of product compliance, approvals processes, and certification requirements.
• Experience supporting products throughout the full lifecycle, from concept development through manufacturing and sustaining engineering.
• Familiarity with gas analysis, instrumentation, process automation, or related technologies.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or providing technical guidance to engineering colleagues.
• Experience working with external manufacturing partners and global project teams.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives - because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. At Emerson, innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where talented people from all backgrounds can contribute, develop, and succeed. We recognize that skills and experience can be gained through many different paths, and we encourage applications from individuals who bring diverse perspectives, ideas, and approaches. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every preferred qualification, we encourage you to apply. We value potential, curiosity, and a willingness to learn alongside technical capability. Together, we create solutions that make a meaningful impact for our customers, communities, and industry.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems – for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor. At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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