Technical Engineer - Electronics - East up to £65k

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