Senior Electronics Design Engineer
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ABOUT US
G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications.
Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognised for the breadth of their acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fibre optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognised as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defence industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years.
G&H optical fibre components can be found being used on the moon, the International Space Station as well as the bottom of the world's oceans.
At G&H Torquay, we're one of a number of global technology leaders that form the Torbay Hi-Tech Cluster, bringing a concentration of expertise and innovation in photonics and microelectronics to the South Devon region.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to join our dynamic team based in Torquay. The ideal candidate will possess a diverse skill set across both analogue and digital, covering hardware and firmware design aspects for embedded (ARM based) microprocessor systems.
The role will encompass design & simulation, schematic capture, PCB layout and prototyping. You will work within the optics and fibre-optic R&D team on the development of new modules and sub-systems for the industrial, aerospace & defence (A&D) and bio-photonics market segments.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team including optical and mechanical engineers developing new cutting-edge products for applications in Satellite communications, industrial sensing and biomedical imaging, which will drive and deliver sustained revenue growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Electronic design engineering from concept to manufacture and test.
- Lead the design of electronic sub-systems including requirements analysis and development of specifications.
- Design of laser drivers, optical detection circuits and digital control electronics.
- Produce and maintain embedded firmware/software associated with digital control of opto-electronic sub-systems.
- Reliability and parts stress analysis, obsolescence management as required.
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform electronic design, analysis and test.
- Prepare presentation material and reports to a high standard for all phases of NPD/NPI.
- Follow and maintain robust procedures to ensure right first time design
- Work with Business Development and Engineering teams to support new opportunities and generate solutions for customers.
- Support gate reviews and handover process from design to production.
- Support manufacture and test of product on occasional basis.
- Present results clearly and concisely for both internal and external customers.
- Deliver projects to plan and within budget constraints.
THE SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor’s degree level in Electrical and/or Electronics engineering
- Industrial experience in an electronics design & development function
- Good analogue/digital/mixed signal circuit design
- Experience in Firmware/Software development for ARM based micro’s.
- Schematic capture and layout (e.g. Altium)
- Experience with prototyping and laboratory test equipment.
- Knowledge or familiarity with MISRA or similar coding standards desirable
- RF design experience would be an advantage.
- Adaptable in often rapid changing design requirements and customer needs.
- Strong communication skills and problem-solving initiatives
- Well organised, with the ability to hit tight deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail.
- Driven, self-motived and autonomous with a ‘Can-do’ attitude.
WHY JOIN US AT G&H
At G&H, you’ll be part of a team shaping the future of photonics. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with talented engineers and contribute to products that make a global impact. We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for growth and the chance to be part of something truly exciting.
G&H BENEFITS
- 25 days - rising up to 30 days annual leave (phased with long service)
- Corporate Cash Plan
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
- Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme
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