Senior Electronics Engineer - Cambridge Research Park

Enterprise Recruitment Ltd; Waterbeach; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Electronics Engineer position at Cambridge Research Park to join a high-value equipment company transitioning to a process- and quality-driven future on the stock market. You will work with the Head of Hardware on diverse design tasks and may explore related disciplines such as Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Software, and Optics.

Requirements include a minimum of 4 years in digital electronics design, schematic capture, PCB design, and hands-on experience with KiCAD, CANbus, USB, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years experience in digital electronics design.
• Schematic capture and PCB design skills.
• Proficiency in Python, embedded software, C/C++, and Git.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Head of Hardware on various design aspects of products.
• Contribute to multiple design projects and decisions in a small team.
• Assist in transitioning toward a process- and quality-driven development approach.

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB Design

Python

Embedded software

C/C++

Git

CANbus

USB

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Background in physics

Tools

KiCAD

Job description

This small but successful company has recently been through an IPO and is expanding the team. They specialize in high-value equipment, selling to some of the world’s most high-profile companies across four key industries. Much of their value is embedded in their intellectual property.

They are currently seeking a motivated and talented Electronics Engineer to join their team to work alongside the Head of Hardware on various aspects of their products as they transition toward a more process- and quality-driven future on the stock market.

The role offers challenging and interesting work, including numerous new design projects, the freedom to make decisions, and variety. There are also opportunities to explore other disciplines—such as Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Software, and Optics—if you have the knowledge.

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in digital electronics design
• Schematic capture
• PCB Design
• Strong drive, confidence, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a small company environment
• Willingness to take on diverse roles and responsibilities
• Background in physics or experience with optical products
• Python, embedded software, C/C++, Git
• KiCAD
• CANbus, USB

Application Process

• Initial phone interview (20-40 minutes)
• On-site visit including a tour and interviews

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Position: Senior Electronics Engineer

Location: Cambridge Research Park

Desirable skills: FPGA, Software development, Physics or optics.

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