Systems Engineer Harwell, Oxford, OX11 0QX

We are looking for a practical, collaborative Systems Engineer to join our Engineering team. This is a hands-on role focused on the hardware and electronics that drive our world-leading detector systems. You will work across our entire product portfolio to ensure our hardware and software integrate seamlessly to meet the demands of global research facilities.,

• System Integration: Support the development, validation, and debugging of detector systems across all product lines.
• Hardware Focus: Take ownership of hardware-related tasks: including electronics and full system testing and debugging.
• Cross-Discipline Collaboration: Work closely with software engineers, scientists, mechanical designers and quality to ensure smooth system functioning.
• Technical Documentation: Produce clear technical specifications, procedures, and test reports to support the handover of new technologies to production.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to value engineering of existing products and the implementation of our R&D technology roadmap.
• Support: As a member of a vibrant, fast-growing company, you will adapt to various technical challenges as business needs evolve.

  We are looking for an engineer with a solid electronics background and 2 to 3 years of workplace experience after their degree. You should be someone who enjoys unpicking technical problems and seeing how all the pieces of a system fit together.

• Degree: In Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 2 to 3 years of workplace experience in an engineering environment (post-graduation).
• Electronics Background: Proven experience in the design, validation, or debugging of electronic equipment.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including coordination of external partners.
• Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with high attention to detail and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with Python or C++.
• Ability to make modifications and updates to existing electronic designs.
• Understanding of CAD and technical drawings.
• Interest in particle detection, X-rays, or electron microscopy.

  Quantum Detectors is a high-tech spinout from STFC and Diamond Light Source based at the world class Harwell Science and Innovation Campus. We develop cutting edge detector technology used in X-ray and Electron Microscopy labs globally, helping scientists push the boundaries of materials science, biology, and physics.

• Work-Life Balance: 35-hour working week with flexible hours and 30 days holiday.
• Generous Benefits: Enhanced pension contribution, laptop, and phone.
• World-Class Location: Access to excellent facilities at Harwell Campus: including cafes, sports clubs, and social events.
• Travel Opportunities: Occasional UK and international travel to support customer installations or attend conferences.