Electronic Design Engineer

My client based in Edinburgh is looking for an Electronic Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Electronic circuit design is the primary job function of the Electronics Engineer, and is categorised in three distinct set of activities:

1. Architecture & Concepts

· You will be required to work on Architecture and Concepts activities on your projects, including:

· Understanding Requirements and turning into solutions

· Researching and identifying best fit for the requirements

· Sketching full system diagrams

· Knowledge in compliance and risk management

· Collaborating with other disciplines

2. PCBA Design

· The core of your work will be to produce PCB assembly designs:

· Schematics & BOM

· Layout

· Component library management

· Tolerance analysis of parts / assemblies

· PCB & Components physical interface (layout)

3. Prototype & Test

· You will be required to work on prototyping and testing activities:

· Procurement of Prototypes

· Board Bring up

· Writing test specs

· Proof of concept & Test Rigs building

· Testing & Troubleshooting

· Fettling & Modifications

4. Design Documentation and Reporting

· Maintaining accurate and up-to-date technical documentation

· Ensuring adherence to QMS processes and identified compliance standards

· Ensuring quality standard of any design outputs issued to clients or suppliers

· Produce and present material to both internal and external audiences

5. Professionalism

· Professional behaviour when dealing with clients, external stakeholders and colleagues

· Open and honest communication

· Seeking and welcoming feedback

· Active and collaborative approach to solving problems

· Providing and seeking support as required (particularly with regard to quality or safety issue)

· Maintaining a clear understanding of client/project requirements

· Ensuring productive and positive teamwork environment

Qualifications/Requirements

Essential Skills/Experience

· Bachelor's honours degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field.

· Minimum 3 years industry experience

· Capable in the design and delivery of functional prototypes and products that meet or exceed customer specifications

· Proficient in using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analysers, and other test equipment to troubleshoot and validate electronic designs

· Ability to identify technical risks in a project

· Able to identify and clearly communicate technical issues, come up with solutions or seek help from senior members to minimise impact on project timelines.

· Proficient in using design tools like Altium and Orcad

· Advanced user of MS applications including Excel, PowerPoint and Word

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills