A highly respected specialist PCB design and semiconductor test company, with many years of success and continued growth, is seeking a gifted electronics engineer to join the business. This is a pivotal technical leadership role, reporting to the Technical Director. You will lead a small team of engineers while taking ownership of the development and expansion of the companys test capabilities.

For the right individual, this role offers real potential to become Technical Director within the next few years.

The Role

You will play a central role in both hands-on engineering and technical leadership, including:

• Leading and developing a small, highly skilled test team

• Managing day-to-day test engineering operations

• Designing and delivering end-to-end engineering solutions, from concept through to execution

• Developing advanced electronic test solutions, including:

• Custom power supplies for latch-up testing

• Test fixtures and hardware interfaces

• Automated test programs (ATE)

Working on complex semiconductor test challenges (ESD, latch-up, TLP, device characterisation)Interpreting complex semiconductor datasheets, pin configurations, and test requirementsActing as a key technical interface with customers and suppliersSupporting the companys reputation for technical excellence and rapid turnaroundContributing to strategic decisions, including investment in new test equipment and technology

Candidate Requirements

• Degree (1st or 2:1 preferred) in Electronics or a closely related discipline

• Strong, fundamental understanding of electronic principles

• Significant hands-on experience in:

• PCB design

• Power supply design

• Electronics testing and interfacing

Experience or exposure to technical leadership or team managementAbility to communicate clearly and professionally with customers, suppliers, and internal teamsA practical, hands-on approach with strong bench-level capabilityExperience (or strong interest) in semiconductor testing, including:

• ESD, latch-up (LU), TLP, or similar methodologies

Ability to interpret detailed datasheets and complex technical information

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about electronicssomeone who genuinely lives and breathes engineering
• Naturally curious, with a desire to solve complex technical challenges
• Comfortable working independently and across multiple disciplines
• Calm under pressure, with strong problem-solving and multitasking ability
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on building long-term relationships
• Ambitious and motivated to progress into a senior leadership role