Electronics Engineer - OC Robotics

Full Job Description

Job Description Summary We are looking to welcome a motivated engineer to join our friendly team. Together, we develop complex and innovative engineering solutions for our robotic systems. Our engineers have extensive experience and expertise designing, industrialising and delivering cutting-edge technology. Novel innovation and problem solving are key to meeting our customer needs. We are encouraged our teams to think differently, challenge convention and be unafraid to think outside of the box.

We endeavour to build high performing teams that reflect a broad range of experience and abilities that give opportunities for individual growth and development.

We aim to support and encourage flexible working arrangements where possible and recognise the benefits of having a positive and healthy work-life balance. We operate a core hours policy whereby you will need to be available for work between the hours of 10am and 4pm each day (Mon-Fri) – therefore providing additional flexibility around how you complete the required 37.5 hours each week.Job Description About the role

Our engineering team is highly collaborative and our electronic, software and mechanical teams work together daily to solve complex engineering problems.

As an Electronics Engineer you will be involved in the full life cycle development of electronic systems.

You will be designing and developing electronics and electrical systems for robotics used in jet engine inspection, repair and maintenance and other applications within the aerospace sector.

You will be developing tools which meet and satisfy customer requirements and will be working with both  the internal business and external customers.

You will report to a Technical Lead for project tasks for which you are responsible, as well as a People Leader for your career development and team working.  You will support the delivery of a range of projects and products, working on challenging projects that encourage analytical and creative thinking and support our robotic and automation systems development.

About you

• You have a degree (or equivalent) in Electronics engineering, Electrical engineering or a related subject
• You have experience as an Electronics engineer in analogue and digital circuit design.
• You have experience with schematic capture, PCB layout and assembly
• You have experience of simulation tools for circuit design and analysis.  
• You are passionate about being involved in the full life cycle product development
• You are positive, self-motivated, enthusiastic and able to apply initiative
• You have good organisational skills and are able to prioritise tasks
• You have strong oral and written communication skills
• You have demonstrable knowledge and experience with electronics and electro-mechanical systems

Main role responsibilities

• You will design electronic circuits and systems, schematic capture & analysis, PCB layout, build, test, diagnostics and validation
• You will design the electrical power and control systems for industrial robots including, documentation, build, test and validation.
• You will participate in design reviews, risk analysis and failure mode investigations
• You will research and develop new product options and technologies
• You will fabricate test jigs for new hardware and write commissioning scripts

Some additional desirable skills:

• You have experience with Altium Designer
• You have experience with designing and laying out small PCB designs
• You have experience with SMD soldering techniques
• You have experience of power supply topologies and their application
• You have motor control theory and gain setting experience
• You have experience with communication protocols
• You have experience with programming embedded systems, particularly in C and C++
• You have Python experience
• You have experience working in a high-tech engineering company

Benefits

At GE Aerospace - Bristol Robotics Services , we understand the importance of Total Reward.  Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

In joining GE Aerospace we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as a default for your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs:

• Non-contributory Pension
• Performance related bonus
• Life Insurance
• Group income protection
• 26 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays, with flexible option to buy or sell additional holidays
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and dependents.
• Flexible benefits program with a growing range of voluntary benefits
• Lifestyle account – to help you pay for health-related items

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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