System Engineer-Electronics and Manufacturing Analytics

Positiv+ Cohort; Bolton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Positiv+ Cohort is seeking a Systems Engineer to drive data-driven improvements across the electronics production lifecycle. The role focuses on turning complex datasets into actionable insights that boost efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product reliability.

You will collaborate with electronics engineers, production teams, and quality assurance to translate insights into tangible improvements and build robust dashboards for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electronic engineering, systems engineering, or manufacturing analytics.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Python, MATLAB).
• Familiarity with electronics production environments and lifecycle stages.
• Experience with performance metrics, test coverage, and fault isolation strategies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex datasets across the electronics production lifecycle to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities.
• Develop data-driven solutions to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product reliability.
• Collaborate with electronics engineers, production teams, and quality assurance to translate insights into improvements.
• Design and deliver dashboards and reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders to inform decisions.
• Improve data collection, governance, and data integrity in a low-volume production environment.
• Mentor junior data analysts or engineers to foster analytical excellence.

Skills

Electronic engineering

Systems engineering

Manufacturing analytics

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly analytical and collaborative Systems Engineer to join our electronics production team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in electronic engineering and manufacturing, who thrives on turning complex datasets into actionable insights that drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Analysis & Insight Generation
  • Analyze complex datasets across the electronics production lifecycle, including design, manufacturing, testing, and supply chain stages.
  • Identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities in production and test processes.
• Process Optimization
  • Develop and implement data-driven solutions to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product reliability.
  • Contribute to the development of robust performance measurement frameworks across production areas.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with electronics engineers, production teams, and quality assurance specialists to translate insights into tangible improvements.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives through data-backed recommendations.
• Reporting & Communication
  • Design and deliver compelling dashboards and reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Communicate findings clearly to drive decision-making and strategic planning.
• Data Infrastructure & Governance
  • Proactively enhance data collection methods, tools, and management practices in a low-volume production environment.
  • Ensure data integrity and usability across systems.
• Mentorship & Leadership
  • Potentially guide and mentor junior data analysts or engineers, fostering a culture of analytical excellence.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in electronic engineering, systems engineering, or manufacturing analytics.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Python, MATLAB).
• Familiarity with electronics production environments and lifecycle stages.
• Experience with performance metrics, test coverage, and fault isolation strategies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.