Electronic Technical Engineer

Job Title: Technical Engineer – German Speaker (Electronics & V&V)

Location: Lewes, East Sussex (UK Head Office) with travel to Germany

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

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 centers 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.

• 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.

• 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: A 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).

• Competitive salary & discretionary company performance bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing up to 30 days)
• Private medical insurance & Employee Assistance Programme