Senior Electronic Systems Engineer

  • Acs Business Performance Ltd
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Jun 04, 2025
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

The Senior Electronics Systems Engineer will play a critical role in the design and development of electronic systems for precision metrology products. The role spans the full product lifecycle - from concept and prototyping to production and aftersales support - with a focus on embedded systems, signal processing, and motor control.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Derive electronics architecture and system performance specifications from product requirements.
  • Develop prototypes, run testing, and prepare production-ready designs.
  • Lead project design reviews and support overall project planning and risk management.
  • Document and support the transition of products into manufacturing.
  • Contribute to product quality assurance through automated testing.


Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Hands-on experience in embedded electronics design, including modules and full system architecture.
  • Knowledge of motor drives, transducers, signal conditioning, and display systems.
  • Experience with pre-compliance testing (EMI, ESD) and DfX principles.
  • Strong analytical and practical problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in PCB layout tools and Microsoft Office.


Desirable Skills:

  • Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Background in precision engineering, machine tools, or automation.
  • Supplier engagement experience and use of MATLAB or C/C# programming.
  • Experience in prototyping and new product introduction.


Required Qualifications:

  • Degree in Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering (or equivalent).
  • At least 3 years' experience in a Senior Design Engineering role across the full product lifecycle.
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing engineering, test processes, and quality systems.


Personal Attributes:

  • Passionate about technology.
  • Confident, proactive, and capable of mentoring junior engineers.
  • Flexible and inquisitive, with a continuous improvement mindset.


Benefits:

  • 1pm Friday finish and flexible work culture.
  • 25 days holiday (plus Christmas closure).
  • Competitive salary, life assurance, and pension scheme.
  • Optional private healthcare and wellness perks via Perkbox.
  • Career development and mentoring support.
  • Free on-site parking and electric vehicle charging.

ACS are recruiting for a Senior Electronic Systems Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Senior Electronic Systems Engineer submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Senior Electronic Systems Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Senior Electronic Systems Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Senior Electronic Systems Engineer role you desire.