At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a talented team in developing cutting-edge electronic products and drive engineering excellence.
- Company: A fast-growing tech business in Cambridge with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £85,000, flexible for exceptional candidates, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic environment with a focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading projects that shape the future of electronics.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in electronics engineering and strong technical knowledge.
A growing technology business is seeking an experienced Electronics Design Manager to lead a highly skilled engineering function responsible for the development and delivery of complex electronic products. This is a predominantly managerial position requiring strong technical credibility. You'll lead a team of approximately 12 engineers through 3 direct reports, overseeing technical delivery, stakeholder management, manufacturing support, and product development activities across multiple disciplines.
The Role
As Electronics Design Manager, you will be responsible for leading the electronics function, ensuring successful project delivery, and driving continuous improvement across engineering processes. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing a team of approximately 12 engineers through 3 direct reports
- Managing electronics design activities across multiple concurrent projects
- Providing technical leadership across PCB/PCA design, multi-layer boards, FPGA-related technologies, and product development
- Supporting manufacturing and production teams throughout the product lifecycle
- Driving Design for Assembly (DFA) and engineering process improvements
- Working closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful programme delivery
About You
We're looking for a strong people leader with a solid electronics engineering background and the ability to operate effectively at both a technical and organisational level. You will ideally have:
- Proven experience leading electronics engineering teams
- Strong technical knowledge of electronic product development (FPGA's, multi-layer PCB design etc)
- A track record of developing engineering teams and improving engineering processes
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience working within fast-paced, growth-focused or scale-up environments
- An understanding of Agile development methodologies
- The ability to balance technical oversight with broader business and operational objectives
If you're interested in finding out more, please apply below.
Engineering Manager in Cambridge employer: Platform Recruitment
Join a dynamic and innovative technology business in Cambridge, where your leadership as an Electronics Design Manager will be pivotal in shaping the future of complex electronic products. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth, offering competitive salaries and flexible working arrangements to attract exceptional talent. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to cutting-edge technology, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a thriving environment.
