Electronics Engineer

What will you be doing?

Some interesting electronics projects that we’ve previously solved include:

• Collaborating with LEGO to develop LEGO® SMART Play™
• Design of a low-power, high-performance smart wearable for Accesso integrating multiple radios
• Developing a novel air-interface and bespoke communication systems for the Ocado Smart Platform controlling hundreds of robots in grocery distribution centres
• Developing the Iridium Extreme satellite phone, the first truly-global ‘push-to-talk’ mobile communications system
• Next-generation Explosive Ordnance Disposal for the British Army
• High altitude 5G phased array for targeted cellular coverage, with internal data-rates of over 10 Tbps
• Multiple high-performance custom electronics developments for Defence and Security applications

Every project we undertake is different. We are typically creating something new rather than refining an existing solution, so you can expect a steady stream of technically diverse and intellectually stimulating work.

You'll also have access to our extensive in-house facilities, which support every stage of hardware development engineering. These include:

• Prototype PCB manufacturing facilities, including SMT pick-and-place, vapour-phase reflow and X-ray inspection
• EMC emissions test facility
• 8.5GHz 360° antenna test facility

What can you bring?

We are looking for engineers with a genuine interest in electronics, at least a brief period of commercial experience, and a passion for developing innovative technology. We are open to candidates with varying levels of experience and will tailor the role and level accordingly based on the expertise and capability demonstrated during the recruitment process.

This is a client-facing role, so good communication skills, curiosity, and the ability to work effectively in a team is required.

Essential technical requirements:

• Strong academic background with an electronics-related undergraduate degree
• Solid understanding of the fundamentals of electronic circuit design
• Some knowledge of printed circuit board (PCB) design

Engineers who thrive in this role are comfortable taking ownership of technical work, learning quickly when faced with new situations, and applying sound engineering judgement to deliver robust solutions in a client-focused environment.

Because of where this role sits, holding (or being able to obtain) UK security clearance is essential. You must be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) level security clearance (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/united-kingdom-security-vetting-applicant). You must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government criteria.

We want the process to work for everyone, so please tell us if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of your application — we'll do our best to accommodate them.

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