Head of Electrical Engineering

Head of Electrical Engineering

Full-Time 80000 - 100000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a team in developing cutting-edge PCB-based hardware for advanced data storage.
  • Company: Innovative deep-tech hardware company with exciting growth opportunities.
  • Benefits: Performance bonus, 25 days holiday, and a pension scheme.
  • Other info: Onsite work 2 days a week in Central London with plans for team expansion.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of data storage technology.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Electronic Engineering and strong PCB development experience required.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 Β£ per year.

We are working with an innovative deep-tech hardware company developing next-generation data storage technology. Following recent investment and continued growth, the business is expanding its engineering leadership team and is now looking to hire a Head of Electronics. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electronics professional to lead the development of complex PCB-based hardware systems used within advanced storage infrastructure products. The role combines hands-on electronics engineering with team leadership, working closely with multidisciplinary R&D teams to take products from concept through to manufacturing. The team size is 3-4 at the moment with plans to grow this year. The role is based in Central London and requires onsite working 2 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the electronics engineering team across hardware development projects.
  • Oversee PCB design, schematic capture, hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation activities.
  • Drive development across analog, digital, mixed-signal, sensor interface, and power electronics systems.
  • Work closely with mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams to support product development and production.
  • Support supplier management, manufacturing processes, and testing activities.

Experience Required

  • Degree-qualified in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong industry experience developing PCB-based electronic hardware.
  • Previous leadership or team management experience.
  • Strong understanding of analog and digital electronics design.
  • Experience using PCB design tools such as Altium, KiCad, or similar.
  • Hands-on experience debugging and validating hardware systems.

Performance Bonus - up to 10%. 25 Days Holiday Pension Scheme If this role sounds of interest, please apply and I can give you a call.

Head of Electrical Engineering employer: Premier IT

Join a pioneering deep-tech hardware company in Central London, where innovation meets opportunity. As the Head of Electrical Engineering, you will lead a dynamic team in developing cutting-edge data storage technology, benefiting from a collaborative work culture that fosters creativity and growth. With competitive benefits including a performance bonus, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive environment for professional development, this role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry.

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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Electrical Engineering

PCB Design
Schematic Capture
Hardware Bring-Up
Debugging
Validation Activities
Analog Electronics Design
Digital Electronics Design