Electronics Engineer

Job description

Electronics Engineer - Project Engineer

Gateshead

We are looking for an experienced Electronics Engineer to join a small, multidisciplinary engineering team delivering complex technical solutions within the Defence and Security sector. The role combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver electronics-focused engineering work packages across development and delivery phases.
• Check over and review the electronic equipment and devices
• Work effectively within small, diverse technical teams using flexible delivery approaches.
• Translate technical requirements into practical engineering solutions, particularly for Defence and Security applications.
• Support project delivery, bid activity, and commercial objectives within a private-sector environment.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Liaise with manufacturers, suppliers, clients and customers and ensure the project is hitting targets and timelines, within budget
• Handle multiple projects at once

Experience and Skills

• Comprehensive engineering knowledge with a focus on electronics (academic, professional, or vocational).
• Experience managing multiple concurrent engineering workflows across disciplines and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage internal and external stakeholders and operate with minimal supervision.
• Experience managing technical projects and holding technicians accountable for delivery and quality.
• Meticulous approach to engineering change, configuration control, and obsolescence management.
• Strong customer-facing and written communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in the UK Defence and Security sector is great but experience from other sectors is also considered
• Subject matter expertise in electronics
• Experience delivering technical services or products to the UK public sector.

You will need to hold or be eligible for Security Clearance for this role.

If you are interested in the Electronics Engineer role, then please apply today!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Gateshead

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

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