Electronic Design Engineer
Core
Design, develop, construct, test, commission, and maintain electronic cards, assemblies, sub-assemblies, and control/instrumentation systems for fusion energy research projects.
Role type
Senior IC Electronic Design Engineer (Embedded/Firmware)
Builds
Electronic systems, firmware, and embedded software for UKAEA fusion energy programmes (e.g., MAST-U)
Domain
Nuclear fusion energy research and development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Mixed signal design, EDA tools (Proteus, MATLAB, Simulink, PSIM, LTSpice), FPGA/microcontroller programming, schematic and PCB design, embedded software development, low-voltage testing, risk assessment, method statements, formal permit systems
Preferred skills
Supervising technical staff, HDL design and test, multi-disciplinary team collaboration in dynamic research environments
Technologies
Proteus, MATLAB, Simulink, PSIM, LTSpice, FPGAs, microcontrollers
Responsibilities
Lead and deliver small to medium work packages and technical studies; Capture requirements, develop designs, produce schematics and PCB layouts, and lead design reviews; Provide responsive on-plant technical support and expert advice; Develop firmware and embedded software for FPGAs and microcontrollers; Prepare work control documentation and supervise technical staff
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with post-graduate experience