R&D / Application Engineer - Electronics, Development & Testing

Our client, a global leader in electronic component manufacturing, is seeking an experienced R&D and Application Engineer to join their UK-based team.
The company designs and manufactures high-performance capacitors, RF and microwave filters, microphones, speakers, and miniaturised electronic components.

• Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to sales, engineering, and quality teams on component performance and design.

• Manufacturing Coordination: Support offshore manufacturing with technical order processing, costing, and custom MLCC (Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitor) designs.

• Test Lab Development: Develop new testing methodologies and manage data collection to support R&D activities.

• Product Development: Contribute to new product design, modifications, and transfer to production.

• Sample Management: Oversee sample builds, testing, evaluation, and reporting to support product qualification.

• Documentation: Write and maintain Application Notes, technical papers, datasheets, and ensure catalogue and website information remains current.

• Equipment Management: Specify and maintain test equipment to support engineering and applications testing.

• Strong understanding of analogue electronics and discrete components.

• Ability to interpret customer circuit designs and advise on performance.

• Qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline (BTEC / HNC / HND / Degree).

• Hands-on experience in circuit testing or laboratory environments.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data management.

• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills.

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Confident communicator who can collaborate across teams.

• Self-motivated, professional, and keen to develop new skills.

• IT, coding, or software experience would be advantageous.