Electronics Engineer

Job Purpose

The Electronics Engineer at LAND® will be responsible for the design and development of electronic circuits and embedded firmware across the LAND® product range. This includes PCB design, prototype construction, testing (including on-site testing), and the production of clear and accurate technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Work as part of the Electronics section within the Design Engineering team
• Apply standard electronics design techniques and criteria with minimal supervision
• Contribute to multidisciplinary projects where electronics and embedded firmware form a key part of the overall system
• Support the design and development activities of other Design Engineering disciplines, including mechanical, optics, radiometric, software, system, and application design
• Participate in project management activities such as project meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions
• Provide engineering support to other departments, including production, sales, and service
• Complete routine administrative and quality-related activities within the department, such as time recording, weekly reporting, and quality system requirements

Key Competencies:

• Communication: Ability to listen, understand, and communicate technical ideas and concepts clearly in both verbal and written form
• Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively within a project team and contribute to departmental and company objectives
• Problem Solving: Ability to investigate issues independently, research potential solutions, and balance conflicting technical and commercial requirements
• Creativity: Willingness to adapt to and adopt new technologies, and apply existing knowledge in innovative ways
• Organisation: Good time management skills with the ability to plan, prioritise, and manage workload effectively

Technical Knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in the following areas:
  • PCB layout
  • Precision analogue circuit design
  • Microcontroller-based digital design
  • Embedded C firmware developmentVHDL for FPGA-based designs
  • Local Area Networks (LANs)
• Technical awareness or exposure in the following areas:
  • Linux operating systems
  • EMC testing
  • Infrared optics
  • Environmental specifications
  • PC software
  • Industrial communication protocols
  • Ability to develop and apply knowledge of LAND® products and applications

Experience, Professional Qualifications and Personal Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of 1 year’s relevant engineering experience