Technology developer - Electronic Engineer
OVERVIEW
Working at Sentec you will be responsible for creating and developing solutions to technical problems, generating Intellectual Property for Sentec and adding value for our commercial exploitation and consultancy partners. Required to live up to Sentec’s core values of “technical excellence”, “trust” (safely placed in Sentec by its partners), and an innovative approach to technical and business matters. Expected to work in a professional, efficient, and organised manner, both alone and as part of a team, communicating clearly internally and externally
MAIN DUTIES:
To carry out tasks as required by Sentec within the scope of the role, including:
· research and development of commercially valuable technologies.· identifying markets and companies with whom Sentec can create and develop ideas or products,
· building and maintaining relations with individuals and or companies who may value our services,
· managing projects and budgets,
· preparing proposals, reports, presentations etc., for potential and actual clients,
· travel to client’s premises or other meeting venues either within the UK or abroad.
· be able to maximise opportunity to continue client relationships and develop new business, both through existing and new clients.
To comply with formal requirements such as:
· adhering to Health & Safety requirements and other relevant rules and regulations,· being familiar with and following the Company Handbook,
· completing forms and timesheets,
· so far as possible, following standard company operating procedures,
· being answerable to one’s Line Manager and Sentec’s Managing Director.
COMPETENCIES:
Essential:· An outstanding understanding of applied physics and engineering principles.
· Creativity and problem solving skills.
· Good mathematical/analytical skills.
· Self motivation and an ability to operate with minimal supervision
Desirable:· Expertise in analogue and digital electronics.
· Knowledge of design for manufacture and manufacturing processes.
· Power electronics design
· Commercial experience, especially in a consultancy or engineering context.
· Proven experience of selling technical consultancy.
· Practical laboratory or workshop experience.
RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS
- A good first degree (2.1 or above) in physics, engineering or a related subject from a top University.
- A higher degree (PhD) is advantageous, but not essential.
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