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Technical Engineer - Electronics - East Sussex - up to £65k
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- East Sussex
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £55,000 - £65,000 Per Annum
Job Description
Job Title: Technical Engineer - German Speaker (Electronics & V&V)
Location: East Sussex (UK Head Office) with travel to Germany
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Role Overview
A global leader in passenger information systems for public transport is seeking a bilingual Technical Engineer to act as the key link between German clients and the UK engineering team. This hands-on role centres on client requirement gathering, systems integration, hardware testing, and protocol analysis. No software coding is required, but a strong technical understanding of electronics and software systems is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Requirement Gathering: Engage directly with clients in Germany to understand technical needs and translate requirements to the UK development team.
Protocol Sniffing & Data Analysis: Plug into systems to analyze, troubleshoot, and interpret incoming/outgoing data outputs across Ethernet and serial protocols.
Testing & Device Approval: Lead Verification & Validation (V&V) activities, testing devices thoroughly and issuing final approval prior to customer dispatch.
Technical Integration & Field Support: Assist with hardware/software integration, delivering on-site installations or technical evaluations in Germany as needed.
Key Requirements
Language Skills: Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken).
Electronics & V&V Expertise: Solid foundation in electronics with hands-on experience in integration and V&V testing.
Software Literacy: Clear appreciation and understanding of software concepts and protocol architectures (no programming required).
Networking Protocols: Familiarity with Ethernet networking and serial communications (e.g., IBIS, RS232, RS485).
Mobility: Full driving license and willingness to travel to Germany (Wuppertal office, OEMs, and customer sites).
Benefits Package
Up to £65,000 salary + discretionary company performance bonus
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing up to 30 days)
6% employer pension contribution
Private medical insurance & Employee Assistance Programme
Location: East Sussex (UK Head Office) with travel to Germany
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Role Overview
A global leader in passenger information systems for public transport is seeking a bilingual Technical Engineer to act as the key link between German clients and the UK engineering team. This hands-on role centres on client requirement gathering, systems integration, hardware testing, and protocol analysis. No software coding is required, but a strong technical understanding of electronics and software systems is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Requirement Gathering: Engage directly with clients in Germany to understand technical needs and translate requirements to the UK development team.
Protocol Sniffing & Data Analysis: Plug into systems to analyze, troubleshoot, and interpret incoming/outgoing data outputs across Ethernet and serial protocols.
Testing & Device Approval: Lead Verification & Validation (V&V) activities, testing devices thoroughly and issuing final approval prior to customer dispatch.
Technical Integration & Field Support: Assist with hardware/software integration, delivering on-site installations or technical evaluations in Germany as needed.
Key Requirements
Language Skills: Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken).
Electronics & V&V Expertise: Solid foundation in electronics with hands-on experience in integration and V&V testing.
Software Literacy: Clear appreciation and understanding of software concepts and protocol architectures (no programming required).
Networking Protocols: Familiarity with Ethernet networking and serial communications (e.g., IBIS, RS232, RS485).
Mobility: Full driving license and willingness to travel to Germany (Wuppertal office, OEMs, and customer sites).
Benefits Package
Up to £65,000 salary + discretionary company performance bonus
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing up to 30 days)
6% employer pension contribution
Private medical insurance & Employee Assistance Programme