Morgan McKinley
Electronic Technical Engineer
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Job Title: Technical Engineer – German Speaker (Electronics & V&V)
Location: Lewes, East Sussex (UK Head Office) with travel to Germany
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Role Overview
A global leader in passenger information systems for public transport is seeking a bilingual Technical Engineer to act as the key link between German clients and the UK engineering team. This hands-on role centers on client requirement gathering, systems integration, hardware testing, and protocol analysis. No software coding is required, but a strong technical understanding of electronics and software systems is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Customer Requirement Gathering: Engage directly with clients in Germany to understand technical needs and translate requirements to the UK development team.
- Protocol Sniffing & Data Analysis: Plug into systems to analyze, troubleshoot, and interpret incoming/outgoing data outputs across Ethernet and serial protocols.
- Testing & Device Approval: Lead Verification & Validation (V&V) activities, testing devices thoroughly and issuing final approval prior to customer dispatch.
- Technical Integration & Field Support: Assist with hardware/software integration, delivering on-site installations or technical evaluations in Germany as needed.
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Key Requirements
- Language Skills: Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken).
- Electronics & V&V Expertise: Solid foundation in electronics with hands-on experience in integration and V&V testing.
- Software Literacy: A clear appreciation and understanding of software concepts and protocol architectures (no programming required).
- Networking Protocols: Familiarity with Ethernet networking and serial communications (e.g., IBIS, RS232, RS485).
- Mobility: Full driving license and willingness to travel to Germany (Wuppertal office, OEMs, and customer sites).
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Benefits Package
- Competitive salary & discretionary company performance bonus
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing up to 30 days)
- 6% employer pension contribution
- Private medical insurance & Employee Assistance Programme
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