Embedded & Electronics Engineer

Manchester Permanent £40,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
A fantastic opportunity to join SmartIR as a Embedded & Electronics Engineer. The organisation is going through an exciting period of growth whereby it aims to be a sub-sysytem supplier to aerospace & defense moving into 2025.
  • A fantastic opportunity to join SmartIR as a Embedded & Electronics Engineer
  • The organisation is going through an exciting period of growth

About Our Client

SmartIR is an innovative and ambitious company focused on advancing technology in space and defense applications. With a goal to become a unicorn, we are driving the future of SmartIR core technology. At SmartIR, we foster an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, rewards integrity, and values merit. We are looking for a passionate Embedded & Electronics Engineer to join our team and contribute to groundbreaking solutions.

Job Description

  • Electronic Integration: Work on the electronic integration of our proprietary IR devices to cover large areas and ensure reliable performance.
  • Technology Advancement: Contribute to advancing the Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) of SmartIR's core technology.
  • Customer and Stakeholder Interaction: Build and maintain direct relationships with customers and stakeholders, ensuring effective project delivery and meeting project requirements.
  • Project Development Support: Assist in the design and manufacture of SmartIR solutions, as well as their integration into end-user applications.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering teams to ensure smooth integration of hardware and software components.

The Successful Applicant

  • Embedded Programming: Proficiency in Embedded C and/or Embedded C++.
  • Communication Protocols: Strong knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, I2C, etc.
  • Electronic Design: Experience with both analogue and digital electronic design.
  • Microcontroller Design: Practical experience in microcontroller-based systems design, with a background in Arduino-based boards and transitioning to ARM Chipset/STM32.
  • Circuit Design & Component Knowledge: Solid understanding of analogue and digital circuits, electronic components, and the ability to interpret microcontroller datasheets.
  • Location: Must be based in the Manchester & NW area and able to commute daily to the GEIC in Manchester.

What's on Offer

  • Ambitious Vision: Be part of a company with the ambition to become a leader in space and defense applications.
  • Inclusive Culture: Work in a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages creativity and collaboration.
  • Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities to showcase your skills and contribute to cutting-edge projects.
  • Empowerment: At SmartIR, you'll be empowered to realize your full potential and make a meaningful impact on the projects you work on.
  • Salary £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
  • Based at the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC), Manchester - lab based
  • Working hours 7 hours per day - core hours between Tues - Thurs with flex on Mondays & Fridays
Contact
Joe Bloor
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6616281
Phone number
+44 114 270 3761

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Engineering Design and R&D
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Joe Bloor
Consultant phone
+44 114 270 3761
Job reference
JN-122024-6616281