Electronic Systems Engineer

Eclectic Recruitment
Stevenage, United Kingdom
Last month
£52,500 – £57,000 pa
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Salary

£52,500 – £57,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Flexible
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
12 May 2026 (Last month)

Benefits

Company performance bonus scheme Pension contribution of up to 14% combined (employer and employee) Opportunity for paid overtime Up to 15 days additional flexi leave Enhanced parental leave packages including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave Healthcare cash plan covering optical, dental, wellbeing, and everyday healthcare costs Access to excellent on-site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for anElectronic Systems Engineer to join a department to support system-level electronic design, integration, and equipment breakdown across complex electronic systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support system-level electronic design from concept through to production and deployment
  • Define system architectures and break down complex electronic equipment into clear functions and subsystems
  • Develop and manage interconnects between subsystems and external equipment
  • Produce and maintain system schematics, wiring diagrams, block diagrams, and interface control documentation
  • Support cross-functional collaboration with mechanical, software, firmware, and manufacturing teams
  • Contribute to system integration, validation, acceptance testing, and operational deployment
  • Support root cause analysis and resolution of system-level electronic issues
  • Ensure designs meet safety, EMC, and relevant regulatory requirements

The ideal candidate would have:

  • Experience in system-level electronic or electrical engineering within complex systems
  • Strong understanding of analogue and digital electronics principles
  • Ability to define equipment architectures, interfaces, and interconnections
  • Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Knowledge of system design tools such as DOORS, MATLAB Simulink, or Rhapsody
  • Familiarity with producing structured technical documentation and system schematics
  • Exposure to regulated engineering environments such as aerospace, automotive, rail, medical, or defence

The ideal candidate must have:

  • Degree (or equivalent) in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
  • Proven experience in system-level electronic design and integration
  • Ability to produce and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical system documentation
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a structured engineering approach
  • Excellent communication skills for technical collaboration and documentation

This position offers a strong benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

  • Company performance bonus scheme
  • Pension contribution of up to 14% combined (employer and employee)
  • Opportunity for paid overtime
  • Up to 15 days additional flexi leave
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Enhanced parental leave packages including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
  • Healthcare cash plan covering optical, dental, wellbeing, and everyday healthcare costs
  • Access to excellent on-site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking

If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert!

Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

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