A highly respected specialist PCB design and semiconductor test company, with many years of success and continued growth, is seeking a gifted electronics engineer to join the business. This is a pivotal technical leadership role, reporting to the Technical Director. You will lead a small team of engineers while taking ownership of the development and expansion of the companys test capabilities.
For the right individual, this role offers real potential to become Technical Director within the next few years.
The Role
You will play a central role in both hands-on engineering and technical leadership, including:
Leading and developing a small, highly skilled test team
Managing day-to-day test engineering operations
Designing and delivering end-to-end engineering solutions, from concept through to execution
Developing advanced electronic test solutions, including:
Custom power supplies for latch-up testing
Test fixtures and hardware interfaces
Automated test programs (ATE)
Working on complex semiconductor test challenges (ESD, latch-up, TLP, device characterisation)
Interpreting complex semiconductor datasheets, pin configurations, and test requirements
Acting as a key technical interface with customers and suppliers
Supporting the companys reputation for technical excellence and rapid turnaround
Contributing to strategic decisions, including investment in new test equipment and technology
Candidate Requirements
Degree (1st or 2:1 preferred) in Electronics or a closely related discipline
Strong, fundamental understanding of electronic principles
Significant hands-on experience in:
PCB design
Power supply design
Electronics testing and interfacing
Experience or exposure to technical leadership or team management
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
A practical, hands-on approach with strong bench-level capability
Experience (or strong interest) in semiconductor testing, including:
ESD, latch-up (LU), TLP, or similar methodologies
Ability to interpret detailed datasheets and complex technical information
Personal Attributes
Passionate about electronicssomeone who genuinely lives and breathes engineering
Naturally curious, with a desire to solve complex technical challenges
Comfortable working independently and across multiple disciplines
Calm under pressure, with strong problem-solving and multitasking ability
Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on building long-term relationships
Ambitious and motivated to progress into a senior leadership role
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