Experienced Electronics Engineer (Audio)

Experienced Electronics Engineer (Audio)

Position: Experienced Electronics Engineer (Audio)

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire

Due to continued year on year growth, Blackstar are looking to appoint a number of Audio Electronics Engineers at varying levels, to join our established team on a full-time permanent basis. These are important positions within the R&D team and you will be key in driving the development of new audio products from initial design, through to production and post-production maintenance.

The duties and responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Project lead and design of system architecture.
• Responsible for all research and full development, through full life cycle, of assigned projects.
• Contributing towards new innovative design ideas to drive Blackstar’s technology forward.
• Undertaking the building and testing of electronic prototypes.
• Brainstorming new product ideas and technical requirements/ specifications.
• Communicating with UK and overseas teams on project-specific topics.
• Assisting other day-to-day technical activities of the R&D department.
• Possible, infrequent overseas travel as required – this is not essential, however can be an exciting opportunity for an engineer to broaden their knowledge and experience.

The ideally sought candidate will possess the following:

• Degree qualified in electronics or similar engineering subject.
• 5+ years’ commercial experience in electronic design, ideally within audio electronics.
• Audio experience working with ADC/DAC (Analogue/Digital Converters) and associated components, Op-amps etc.
• High speed digital electronics experience, working with microcontrollers, DSPs etc.
• PCB layout and design experience.

The below skills would be beneficial, however not essential.

• Appreciation of EMC and its considerations during design.
• Experience with project ownership, helping to deliver a project, on time and on cost, from initial concept through all sample stages and mass production.

The Person fit

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Guitar or bass player is preferred.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Independent and self-reliant.
• A flexible approach to work.

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