At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop a team of electronics engineers to deliver innovative power electronics products.
- Company: Fast-growing power electronics engineering business with a dynamic culture.
- Benefits: Up to £80,000 salary, hybrid work options, and comprehensive benefits.
- Other info: Opportunity to shape processes in a fast-paced SME environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a leadership role within a cutting-edge industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in electronics engineering leadership and team management skills.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
KO2 is working with a fast-growing power electronics engineering business based in Norwich, developing power electronics products - including inverters, motor controllers, DC-DC converters and chargers - for automotive and adjacent sectors. As the business scales, hardware leadership has become a critical gap, and they're now looking to bring in an Electronics Technical Leader to lead the electronics engineering function.
The Role
This is very much a leadership role rather than a hands-on design position. The business already has strong technical depth across its engineering team, so what's needed is someone who can lead, coach, and get the best out of that team - managing risks and issues, coordinating delivery, and translating technical progress for the wider business. As an early-stage, fast growing SME, the right processes here look different to those at a large Tier 1 or OEM. You won't be expected to replicate the structure of a JLR or a BMW - instead, you'll need to recognise what 'good' looks like for a business at this stage and implement pragmatic processes that help the team deliver, without over-engineering it. You'll lead a team of five electronics engineers plus a technician, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams (including software/controls) to deliver robust power electronics products.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach and develop a team of circa 4-5 hardware/electronics engineers and a technician
- Own risk and issue management across hardware and electronics development projects
- Implement engineering processes appropriate to a fast-growing SME environment, rather than imposing large-corporate process overhead
- Translate technical problems and project progress for senior leadership and other stakeholders
- Support and guide delivery of power electronics projects - inverters, motor controllers, DC-DC converters, chargers and similar - across automotive and other relevant sectors
- Leverage the existing technical expertise within the team, helping engineers solve problems rather than solving them yourself
- Collaborate closely with senior leadership on project direction and resourcing
Electronics Technical Leader in Norfolk employer: Ko2
As a Lead Electronics Engineer, you will thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment that prioritises technical excellence and employee development. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture where mentorship is key, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive salaries and a range of benefits that support work-life balance, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
