Senior Electronics Engineer

HOERBIGER Automatisierungstechnik Holding GmbH; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to design innovative, safety-critical hardware for hazardous areas. In this role, you'll lead circuit design from concept to launch, ensuring compliance with safety standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive product performance and enhance market responsiveness. With a strong focus on innovation and safety, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vital industry. Ready to contribute to solutions that save lives? Apply now!

Benefits

Salary Sacrifice Pension

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Cycle to work

Non-contractual bonus

Qualifications

• Strong ability to design low-power, safety-critical electronic circuits.
• Familiarity with regulations for hazardous area equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of safety-critical hardware solutions.
• Ensure products meet strict safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Circuit Design Expertise

Knowledge of Safety Standards (ATEX, IECEx)

Problem-Solving

Project Leadership

Collaboration and Communication

Job description

Our Senior Electronics Engineers design low-power, safety-critical hardware for use in hazardous areas, supporting both new and existing Newson Gale products. They lead circuit design from concept to launch and work closely with the Engineering and wider NPD teams to ensure products meet market requirements through effective design, development, and testing.

How you will make a difference

Drive Innovation: By leading the design of new, safety-critical hardware solutions that enhance product performance and meet evolving market demands.

Ensure Product Safety and Compliance: Designing against Intrinsic Safety standards to ensure products meet strict safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Accelerate Time-to-Market: Taking projects from concept to launch to streamline development and reduce delays in product delivery.

Enhance Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with Engineering and wider NPD teams to improve communication, integration, and overall project success.

Support Continuous Improvement: Contributing technical expertise and feedback to support ongoing enhancements in product design and development processes.

What you should be good at

Circuit Design Expertise: Strong ability to design and develop low-power, safety-critical electronic circuits.

Knowledge of Safety Standards: Familiarity with ATEX, IECEx, or similar regulations for hazardous area equipment.

Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot complex design challenges and deliver practical, reliable solutions.

Project Leadership: Experience managing product development from concept to launch, including planning and execution.

Collaboration and Communication: Effectiveness in working with cross-functional teams and clearly conveying technical ideas and project updates.

What you can look forward to

• A chance to be a valued part of a small, collaborative team that is key to the success of our business
• Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience) plus non-contractual bonus
• Salary Sacrifice Pension
• Health Insurance (after probationary period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Cycle to work and more!

Who we are

Newson Gale, Part of the HOERBIGER Safety Division, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of static control equipment for hazardous areas, serving customers across EX/HAZLOC industries. With internationally recognized EX product certifications, we pride ourselves on delivering solutions that prioritize safety, reliability, and innovation. Our mission is to provide new and existing customers with the best user experience in the niche sector of hazardous area static control, supporting our customers to bridge the gap between safety and operational consistency.

Join our global team of over 6,000 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology. Guided by our core values — Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness — we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 43 countries and more than 133 locations, you’ll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of our journey. #YouMakeADifference