Are you an experienced electronics engineer with a passion for building reliable, high-performance systems? We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual to join our team and contribute to the design, development, and support of innovative embedded hardware and systems.
Location: St. Leonards on Sea, East Sussex
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Dependant on experience
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop analogue and digital circuits using microprocessors and associated peripherals.
* Work with PCB design and circuit simulation tools to produce and test hardware designs.
* Engage with compliance and regulatory standards for the electronics industry (UKCA, EU, etc.).
* Develop low-level microprocessor software using C (e.g., PIC microcontrollers).
* Set up, diagnose, and maintain communication networks including PSTN modem, TCP/IP, and 4/5G.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware with software tools and remote systems.
Essential Skills & Experience
Hardware Design
* Analogue & digital circuit design, including discrete semiconductors and op-amps.
* Familiarity with microprocessors, peripherals, and simple serial buses (SPI, I2C).
* Experience using:
* PCB layout/design tools (e.g., Fusion 360/Eagle)
* Circuit simulation tools (e.g., SPICE)
* Gerber viewers and legacy design tools
Compliance & Standards
* Solid understanding of industry regulations and compliance processes.
* Experience selecting and applying relevant standards (Railway experience is a bonus).
Embedded Software Development
* Proficient in low-level C programming for microcontrollers (PIC or similar).
* Experience with MPLABX or equivalent development environments.
Networking
* Strong troubleshooting skills for remote connectivity.
* Ability to set up and maintain communication systems over PSTN, TCP/IP, and mobile networks (4G/5G).
Desirable Skills (Nice to Have)
* Experience in high-voltage design (e.g., railway traction systems, instrumentation up to 15kV).
* DC-DC converter design and transformer selection.
* Experience with network peripherals such as:
* 4G/5G modems
* WiFi modules
* LoRaWAN interfaces
Legacy System Support (Consultant-level skills welcomed):
* System-on-Module (SOM) experience with platforms like Raspberry Pi or WinCE.
* Application development in C#/.NET for device tools, remote updates, diagnostics, and encrypted communication.
* Visual Studio or LabWindows CVI for application-level tools.
What We Offer
* A competitive package, including:
* A 4.5-day working week
* 25 days holiday plus all bank holidays
* A Stakeholder pension scheme
* A comprehensive Health Plan
A Bit About Us
Since its founding in 1958, Drallim has worked tirelessly on the design and development of an ever-growing portfolio of products. As manufacturers of specialist equipment, we’ve built a reputation as a leading innovator in design and manufacturing solutions, delivering engineering expertise, manufactured equipment, and bespoke designs across the aerospace, industrial, and utility sectors.
Drallim is a trust-run organisation, established by our founder Angus Millard to ensure "the continuance of the business and the contentment of the employees." This unique structure gives the company a strong sense of purpose and a genuine family feel that sets us apart from the rest.
To see what we do, please view: www.drallim.com
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