At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop cutting-edge electronics for life-changing technologies.
- Company: Join Novanta, a global leader in innovative technology solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a collaborative work culture.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for mentorship and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare and advanced manufacturing with your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electronics Engineering and significant industrial experience required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission‑critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.
Our Stockport site is home to a highly skilled engineering team developing advanced solid‑state and ultrafast laser technologies used in some of the world's most demanding applications.
The Opportunity:
We are looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and taking ownership of products from concept through to production. You will play a key role in the design and development of next‑generation electronics hardware, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to create innovative products that make a measurable impact in global markets. You will be involved in architecture definition, design, testing, verification and product enhancement, helping shape the future direction of our technology platforms.
What you will be doing:
- Designing analogue, digital and embedded electronic systems
- Translating customer and product requirements into robust hardware solutions
- Schematic capture, simulation and PCB design
- Creating BOMs and technical documentation
- Testing, verification and validation activities
- Troubleshooting and improving existing products
- Working directly with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders
- Mentoring and supporting less experienced engineers
- Supporting compliance with EMC and safety requirements
What you will bring:
- Degree‑qualified in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline
- Significant industrial electronics development experience
- Strong analogue and digital design knowledge
- Embedded systems experience
- PCB design and schematic capture expertise
- Experience using electronic laboratory equipment
- Understanding of EMC and product compliance requirements
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and influence technical decisions
Desirable Experience:
- Firmware development
- Microcontroller programming
- Version control systems
- Embedded development environments
Why Join Novanta?
- Innovative products with real‑world impact
- Full product lifecycle ownership
- Global engineering collaboration
- Exposure to advanced photonics and laser technologies
- Opportunities to mentor and influence technical direction
- Career development in a growing technology organisation
Join us and help build innovations that matter.
We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, for example with applications, interviews, or assessments, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner. We will work with you to understand your needs and make appropriate arrangements so you can perform at your best.
Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.
Please call +1 781‑266‑5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.
Solving complex challenges, delivering innovations that matter!
Senior Electronics Engineer in Stockport employer: Novanta Inc.
At Novanta Inc., we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and professional growth. Our employees benefit from comprehensive training programs, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare and advanced manufacturing sectors. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and teamwork, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers while contributing to transformative projects.
