Job Description
Contract type: Full timeHours : 37 hours per weekSalary : Up to £50,000Location : SouthportReporting to the Head of Product Design and Development, you will be a key member of the Design Engineering team, responsible for the analysis, design, development, and continual improvement of innovative electronic products for manufacture, leveraging new and emerging technologies to support the companys growth objectives.Working under the guidance of Principal and Senior Engineers, the role requires the delivery of high-quality engineering outputs, including schematics, PCB designs, simulations, calculations, technical specifications, drawings, bills of materials and user manuals to support engineering change and approval processes.You will actively support the full product lifecycle assessment across the existing product portfolio, managing design modifications, component obsolescence, cost, and reliability improvements.In parallel, you will contribute to project management activities by supporting planning, scheduling and risk management to ensure projects are delivered to agreed time, cost, and quality targets, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, software, manufacturing, and product management, to ensure alignment with product roadmaps and priorities.Strong engagement with manufacturing is required to drive Design for Manufacture and Test (DFM/DfT), improve build and test processes, enhance product quality, and provide hands-on technical support to resolve production issues.The role also involves coordinating with procurement, supply chain, and vendors to ensure timely sourcing of components and quality for prototyping and production.The position requires a mid-senior level of expertise in analogue and digital circuit design, PCB layout and review, power electronics, embedded systems, component selection and compliance (e.g. EMC, safety, and relevant regulatory standards), alongside proficiency with CAD and simulation tools, design verification and validation, failure analysis, and lifecycle documentation, complemented by strong communication, problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement skills.This position offers numerous opportunities for professional development, including training programs and workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge in electronics engineering and railway signalling. You will benefit from mentorship by experienced engineers who will guide you through your professional growth and development.The role encourages both autonomy and initiative, allowing you to take ownership of your work and responsibilities.
At the same time, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team, contributing to a supportive and dynamic work environment. Demonstrating your skills and dedication can lead to career advancement within the companyEssential Criteria:Degree in Electronics EngineeringExpertise in both analogue and digital electronic design as well as possessing an excellent knowledge of embedded software (PIC and C).Working knowledge of Engineering design systems (Autocad / Cadstar / eCadstar) and design rulesExperience in product design lifecycle from concept to introduction into manufacturing (ideally in safety critical industry)Experience of design office revision control and file managementExperience in component obsolescence managementExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAble to liaise with customers to understand technical requirementsStrong customer focusPassion for producing innovative design solutionsExcellent team playerIT literateDesirable Criteria:Experience / knowledge of rail industry standards, SMD LED technology / optical designProduct safety knowledge EN 50128, EN 50129Project Management Experience highly desirableWhy Join Us?Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that values creativity and forward-thinkingCareer Growth: Opportunities to advance and become a leader in railway signalling engineeringSupportive Culture: Work in a collaborative and supportive environmentBenefitsCompetitive salaryPension and death in service provisions for employees in pension scheme25 Days Hols (plus Bank Holidays)Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Health and Wellbeing InitiativesEmployee offers and discounts from various retailersCycle to work scheme, recognition events and rewardsFree car parkingBlended/hybrid working availableUnipart Who are we?Unipart Rail & Tech is part of the Unipart Group, one of Europe's leading independent logistics companies that employs more than 8,000 employees worldwide and has an annual turnover of more than £1 billion.We have a long heritage in the rail industry based on decades of experience, we have continuous improvement plans to embrace innovation in both products and business techniques to ensure that we remain the first and best choice for our customers. As a valued employee of Unipart, you can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and also world class status in employee engagement.REF-228 935TPBN1_UKTJ