Lead Electronics Design Engineer - Automation/Robotics

Job description

Based close to Reading working for an established award winning company in a specialist field unique in field the Electronics Design Engineer will be responsible for Design implementation from concept through to production, involving, embedded Hardware development, DC motors and Stepper motors, EMC, along with similar technologies, including C/C++.

Responsibilities will include the development of automation hardware, utilising robotics, motors and microcontroller and pneumatics, along with PCB Design (Altium preferred), rapid prototyping throughout the entire process. If you are interested in project leadership, then there is scope for this, but this is very much a hands on role.

The successful candidate will have a good relevant degree in Electronics, Physics or equivalent, along with:

• Embedded Microprocessor, including Ethernet, USB, DC and stepper motor control.
• PCB Design with Altium
• Experience of Robotics, Automation and Control
• Low Voltage Directive Radio Equipment Directive and EMC.
• C/C++

Benefits include 27 days holiday with the opportunity to buy or sell 5 more days, excellent pension, competitive salary, exceptional benefits package, along with free breakfast and lunch at onsite staff restaurant.

Please do make sure that your cv states any Robotics, Automation and Control experience, as otherwise a cover letter may be required to provide additional information.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Reading

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English