Senior Electronics Engineer - #140538

Join us to Make an Impact

Innovation is in our DNA. We invented supercontinuum lasers and photonic crystal fibers and we constantly reimagine how our products can be used and improved. Our customers use our products in medical and life science research, quantum computing and space exploration.

We seek curious, creative and collaborative people to work in our cutting-edge company. Can you see yourself working in teams and providing solutions for innovators?

If you wish to apply, please contact us with your CV / Résumé. If you have a cover letter, please save this in one document with your CV / Résumé as you are only able to upload one document.

We look forward to hearing from you!

In this position, you develop electronics and software/firmware for state-of-the-art laser products. Works within the electronics and software team to take ownership of design, test, documentation and other development related activities for ongoing engineering projects. Design new products, both from scratch as well as updating current products to new specifications. Understand production capabilities. Is focused on designing innovative solutions to build effective products for customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Working with other disciplines, responsible for: designing new laser systems from concept through to manufacture, testing and writing of assembly instructions and bills of materials.
• Works with team of laser engineers and ensures correct controls, procedures and specifications are maintained.
• Considers customer requirements over the design lifecycle.
• Works collaboratively with engineering and project teams to achieve solutions.
• Ensures deliveries are met within project deadlines.
• Manages relevant parts of engineering projects.
• Carries out tolerance calculations were required.
• Ensures design can be manufactured with satisfactory yield and cost in close collaboration with suppliers.
• Finds and selects suppliers, e.g. for new capabilities.
• Assembles the first prototypes to ensure specification is met.
• Capable of programming in C, VHDL etc to support circuit design.
• Ensures documentation and release of all work via PLM/PDM and other company systems.
• Ensures products meet all relevant safety and compliance standards through testing and documentation as required.
• Works to continuously improve product design, production, and cost efficiency.
  
  

Required Education, Experience, Skills, And Travel

• A relevant engineering degree
• Ability to take ownership for and lead product development in electronics and software. An experienced engineer skilled at communicating with management, other engineering disciplines and team members.
• Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality and reliability.
• Excellent team player with practical and methodical working practices.
• Expert in electronic engineering or software engineering.
• Strong organisational skills to be able to work on multiple concurrent activities.
• Innovative.
• Can work independently and manage time effectively.
• Greater than 10 years of experience in developing electronics or firmware for embedded systems over the complete product life cycle.
• Knowledge of laser systems is desirable.
• Detailed knowledge of state of the art electronic and software technologies.
• Experience of working with external partners.
• Experience with tolerance calculations.
• Experience documenting design and instructions. Experience of creating cost effective solutions.
  
  

Travel Expectations

Approximately 10-20% annually, mostly within Europe, potentially globally.

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