* Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
* £40,000 to £50,000 depending on experience.
* Flexible working hours.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Pension with 5% employer contribution.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
Are you a hands on electronics engineer looking for a role where you can take ownership of technically interesting projects?
Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.
I am recruiting for a Project Engineer to join a specialist engineering business supporting complex defence related electronic systems.
This role focuses on the ongoing upgrade and support of legacy electronic equipment, including obsolescence management, supplier coordination and supporting products through build and delivery.
The position would suit an engineer with strong electronics knowledge who enjoys practical engineering work combined with project responsibility.
Whats in it for you?
* Technically varied engineering work.
* Opportunity to manage projects from concept to delivery.
* Small collaborative engineering team.
* Stable long term engineering environment.
* Combination of hands on and project based work.
* Opportunity to work on specialist defence technology.
The Role
* Supporting electronics upgrade and obsolescence projects.
* Liaising with external design subcontractors and suppliers.
* Coordinating procurement of electronic components and materials.
* Supporting build, integration and testing activities.
* Providing technical support throughout project delivery.
* Working closely with internal teams and customers.
What Were Looking For
* Strong electronics engineering knowledge and practical experience.
* Hands on fault finding and problem solving ability.
* Previous engineering or project support experience.
* HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent engineering experience.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance. xsngvjr
Candidates from defence, aerospace, communications, rail, marine or other electronics engineering environments are encouraged to apply.