Electronics Manufacturing Lead

Location: Fowlmere

Electronics Manufacturing Engineering Lead

Our client is seeking an experienced Electronics Manufacturing Engineering Lead to develop PCBA and product test capability, support reliable production, and lead a small team of engineers/technicians. This role suits a hands-on electronics engineer with strong leadership and project delivery skills.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and develop a small Electronics Manufacturing & Test team.

* Introduce new products, processes and automated test equipment into manufacturing.

* Design, validate and document electronic test systems and verification processes.

* Provide advanced diagnostic support and root-cause analysis.

* Support data-driven improvements across manufacturing operations.

* Work closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing teams and external suppliers.

* Contribute to DfM/DfA/DfT and ensure IPC standards are met.

* Drive continuous improvement in PCBA manufacturing and test.

Essential Skills & Experience

* Strong electronics design, measurement and fault-finding capability.

* Leadership experience within engineering/manufacturing.

* PCB/circuit design using modern CAD tools.

* Experience with SMT/PCBA/AOI equipment.

* Understanding of firmware/software and basic coding.

* Strong problem-solving skills (8D, A3, RCA).

* Excellent communication, organisation and documentation skills.

* Familiarity with ISO
9001 or similar quality systems.

Desirable

* Firmware/software coding skills.

* Six Sigma/Lean experience.

* ATEX/IECEx or hazardous-area product experience.

* Knowledge of ISO
45001/14001.

* 3D CAD (e.g., Solid Works).

Qualifications

* HNC/HND/Degree in Electronics or related discipline.

* Electronic CAD experience essential