Electronics / Systems Engineer

AMETEK; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer of precision measurement instruments is looking for a skilled individual to join their R&D team. The successful candidate will contribute to firmware development for FPGAs and microcontrollers and will be involved in CAD-related tasks. This role offers a supportive work atmosphere with competitive salary, generous holiday, and various benefits. The company values professional growth and offers mentoring along with charity involvement opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Generous matched pension scheme

Life assurance

Private health plan option

Enhanced maternity pay

Mentoring for accreditation

Employee referral scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• At least basic knowledge of VHDL FPGA design, C programming, and both digital and analog electronics.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Drives projects to completion.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for precision measurement instruments.
• Write and test firmware for FPGAs and microcontrollers.
• Create and modify CAD drawings.

Skills

VHDL FPGA design

C programming

Digital electronics

Analog electronics

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate level electronic engineering

Tools

CAD software

PCB schematic capture software

Maths (Excel)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Working as part of our multi-disciplined R&D team you will be involved with the design, development and testing of the control systems for our precision measurement instruments.

• Writing and testing firmware for FPGAs and microcontrollers
• Creating and modifying CAD drawings in various software packages
• Assisting with evaluation testing, involving measuring components on our instruments and analysing the results
• Assisting with creation and maintenance of electronics CAD libraries

Requirements for Consideration

ESSENTIAL:

• At least basic knowledge of the following - VHDL FPGA design, C programming, digital and analog electronics
• Strong all-round communication and analytical skills and a real commitment to teamwork
• Drives projects to completion
• Confidence and integrity

DESIRABLE:

• Proficient in the use of Word processing, Maths (Excel) and PCB schematic capture software
• Undergraduate level electronic engineering or related discipline

What we offer you

• A fun, relaxed and supportive working environment.
• 1pm Friday finish.
• Competitive salary and 25 days holiday including Christmas.
• Fantastic and supportive onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Taylor Hobson.
• Generous matched pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Option to join private health plan.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• We are invested in developing your skills and will promote and encourage progression through the business.
• Mentoring and guidance for accreditation.
• Opportunity to get involved with charity and fundraising, which we are passionate about.
• Sports and Social Club – fun events and activities throughout the year including Christmas party.
• Perkbox – our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees.
• Employee referral scheme of £1000
• Cycle to work scheme.
• An inclusive workforce.
• Free onsite parking, electric charging points and easy access to the city centre.

Business Unit

• Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is the world leader in surface and form metrology and developed the first Roundness and Surface Finish measuring instruments.
• We provide contact and non-contact measurement solutions for the most demanding applications on a global basis, with a worldwide infrastructure to support our clients; we are a truly global ultra-precision metrology company.
• We are pioneers, continually developing our products to meet the ever-increasing demands of next generation technologies, particularly in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies.
• Taylor Hobson’s world leading brands include: Talyrond®, Form Talysurf® PGI, Form Talysurf® i-Series, Surtronic®, LUPHOScan, Formalysurf® PGI Optics, Talyvel®, Autocollimators, Micro-Alignment Telescope and AME Care.
• Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc which is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices.
• Website: www.taylor-hobson.com