Solutions Engineer – Automotive & Industrial Systems (Hybrid)

Cirrus; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus Logic is seeking a hands‑on Solutions Engineer in Edinburgh to bridge hardware, software and system integration for Automotive and Industrial applications. You will develop working solutions, proofs of concept, and demonstrations, owning technical work from concept through system integration and validation.

The role combines circuit design, software, and mechanical considerations while collaborating with design, applications, and marketing teams.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent practical experience in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related.
• Experience developing and debugging electronic systems combining hardware and software.
• PCB design including schematic capture, layout review, bring‑up and verification.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies).
• Ability to write/adapt scripts, configure embedded platforms, and debug hardware‑software interactions.
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted software development tools and APIs integration.
• Knowledge of SPI, I2C, UART and audio interfaces (I2S/TDM).
• Ability to own deliverables and communicate clearly across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop system‑level solutions and demonstrations across Automotive and Industrial apps.
• Translate customer needs into practical technical concepts and proofs of concept.
• Design, prototype, bring up, and debug electronic hardware including PCBs and evaluation boards.
• Integrate ICs, sensors, embedded software, and interfaces into complete systems.
• Develop software, scripts, and simple user interfaces for configuring and testing systems.
• Plan evaluations, investigate issues, and guide improvements with measurements.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to define requirements and deliver prototypes.
• Prepare setup guides, technical docs, and presentation materials for evaluation.
• Support customer engagements and events by demonstrating solutions and value.

Skills

Hardware‑software integration

PCB design

Lab equipment operation

Embedded software

APIs integration

Troubleshooting

Ownership & delivery

Communication & presentation

Learning new tech

Education

Electrical & Electronic Engineering degree

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Power supplies

Signal generators

Schematic capture software

Job description

Cirrus Logic is seeking a hands‑on Solutions Engineer in Edinburgh to bridge hardware, software and system integration for Automotive and Industrial applications. You will develop working solutions, proofs of concept, and demonstrations, owning technical work from concept through system integration and validation.

The role combines circuit design, software, and mechanical considerations while collaborating with design, applications, and marketing teams.