Electronics Engineer – Birmingham – £60,000
KO2's client, a cutting-edge technology company based in Birmingham, is seeking an Electronics Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation digital instrumentation for monitoring and control, helping to deliver intelligent Industry 4.0 solutions that maximise efficiency and sustainability across global industries
About the Company
KO2's client combines world-class expertise in sensor development with robust applications and systems engineering capabilities. Their mission is to deliver application-specific signals that integrate seamlessly into customer systems and cloud platforms, offering tangible productivity gains and environmental benefits.
About the Role
The Senior Electronics Engineer will play a critical role in the ongoing development and quality assurance of a range of innovative products. Working closely with the CTO and COO, the successful candidate will contribute to both current and next-generation technologies.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and verify schematic designs and PCB layouts
* Support initial development and validation through hands-on prototyping and experimentation.
* Assist in embedded firmware development (STM32) and version control (Git/GitHub).
* Design for EMC compliance and adherence to ISO standards.
* Participate in risk assessment, hazard identification, and quality control processes.
* Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and constructive technical discussions.
* Support short-term projects involving PLC control and automation systems.
Requirements
* Strong background in digital electronics and embedded systems.
* Experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, and prototype assembly.
* Competent in embedded software development and testing methodologies.
* Knowledge of EMC design practices and ISO compliance.
* Willingness to travel to customer sites (domestic and international).
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and safely.
Desirable
* Experience with STM32 microcontrollers and signal processing.
* Exposure to AMD Zynq platforms and FPGA development.
What's on Offer
* £60,000 salary
* Work on innovative and impactful technologies
* Be part of a team delivering real-world sustainability and productivity gains
* Opportunity for technical growth and career development