UK: Electronic Development Engineer

Deadline: 2nd Nov. 2012

University of Reading -School of Systems Engineering

Based in Sunbury, Surrey

Circa £23k-28k pa depending on experience                              

Ref: KT12007

Plus £4k personal training budget

A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) exists between the University of Reading's School of Systems Engineering and Expo Technologies Ltd.  The company specialises in Purge and Pressurization systems to protect electrical equipment in hazardous or classified areas. Industries serviced include offshore, oil, gas, petrochemical and pharmaceutical. Expo Technologies design and manufacture both standard and bespoke solutions.  This full time fixed term post will be based at the company in Sunbury, Surrey.

This exciting 24 month project is to develop an innovative power source to facilitate the running of advanced sensing and communications technology in hazardous areas.

We require an enthusiastic and motivated graduate with good attention to detail with the ability to explain engineering concepts to stakeholder management (or the ability to learn this).  You will have an M.Eng in Electronic Engineering or similar (2:1 or higher) along with 1-3 years of design experience in power electronics and power supplies or a related field.   You will be technically astute with a strong desire to learn and develop and have proven strong communication skills.  Familiarity with mechanical design and systems is highly desirable.  A positive approach and drive to achieve set outcomes is vital. 

You will receive a package which in addition to a competitive salary, offers excellent opportunities to further your professional development and support your career progression.   There is an opportunity to achieve a higher degree at a reduced or no cost (if appropriate).  You will be encouraged to join appropriate professional associations and scientific societies such as the Institute of Engineering and Technology and work towards attaining Chartered Engineering status.

Please complete the online application form, which can be found by clicking on the Apply link and email this together with your CV quoting the above reference number.  For further details visit www.rdg.ac.uk/ktc andwww.expoworldwide.com