Job Title: Senior Design Engineer
Location: Cramlington
Salary: Highly Competitive
Benefits: Pension plan, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, training and development opportunities
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
The Company:
This leading innovator in the microelectronics industry has a strong reputation for cutting-edge technology and a commitment to delivering high-reliability solutions for aerospace and industrial sectors. With ongoing investment in research and development, and a culture that promotes collaboration and progression, this is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering team working on pioneering projects involving advanced silver sintering technology.
Job Description:
We’re seeking a Senior Electronic Design Engineer to join an experienced engineering team, where you’ll focus on the design and development of power modules using silver sintering processes. This role is a unique opportunity to work across all phases of the New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle—from concept and development to production handover.
The Senior Design Electronic Engineer will report directly to the Engineering Manager and support both R&D initiatives and production projects. Your work will also include electrical, thermal, and mechanical design, as well as creating technical documentation and cost analyses.
You'll engage closely with internal stakeholders including sales, manufacturing, and quality teams, and may occasionally travel to customers or suppliers as needed.
Skills & Experience:
To excel as a Senior Electronic Design Engineer, you’ll need:
* Proven experience designing power modules
* Expertise in high-reliability applications (aerospace or similar)
* Proficiency in CAD (electrical/mechanical) and design simulations
* Understanding of SiC, GaN, and traditional silicon technologies
* Experience with semiconductor packaging materials
* Competence in Design of Experiments, 8D problem solving, and data analysis
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong project planning and documentation abilities
Desirable:
* Degree or HND/HNC in Engineering
* Experience in electronics manufacturing environments
* Knowledge of lean and statistical process control techniques
* Familiarity with military and high-reliability standards
Why Should You Apply?
* Work with cutting-edge silver sintering technology in a growing industry
* Join a collaborative, innovation-driven team
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
* Opportunities for continued technical and professional development
* Contribute to projects that impact aerospace and high-tech industries globally
If you’re a motivated Senior Electronic Design Engineer looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career