Lead Electronics Engineer
il y a 23 heures
Derby
We're working with a forward-thinking engineering company based in Derby to find a Lead Electronics Engineer who's ready to take the reins on technically demanding projects. This is a hands-on, leadership-level role for someone who wants to make a real impact. What You'll Be Doing • Leading end-to-end electronics projects: hardware, firmware, embedded systems, and control., • Taking ownership of designs from concept through to delivery and customer integration., • Mentoring junior engineers and apprentices, helping shape the next generation of talent., • Interfacing directly with customers to gather requirements and troubleshoot in the real world., • Driving technical decisions, risk assessments, and project planning., • You'll be supported by a skilled and collaborative team, but you'll also have the autonomy to lead, design, and deliver in your own style. What's In It For You • Competitive Salary: £50k to £70k depending on experience., • Work-Life Balance: 37-hour week with a Friday lunchtime finish., • Time Off: 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with 3 reserved for Christmas., • Room to Grow: Influence projects, innovate solutions, and take real ownership., • Tech You'll Care About: Work on legacy systems and bleeding-edge electronics, often on the same day. Essential What You'll Bring • Strong hands-on electronics experience across hardware and firmware., • Confident working with high voltages, power systems, and risk-sensitive environments., • Able to balance multiple complex projects with real-world constraints., • Embedded C/C++/Python development (8- or 32-bit targets)., • Firmware standards (MISRA) and debugging tools (JTAG, SWD)., • PCB layout (e.g., KiCad), SPICE simulation, or high-speed digital design., • Experience with mission-critical or ruggedised equipment (rail, defence, aerospace)., • Strong workshop/lab skills; soldering, harness building, machining, etc. THERE IS NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE.