Job Description

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Hardware Engineer on a 12 month contract based in Northern Ireland.

Role Summary

We are looking for a (contractor) motivated and experienced Hardware Engineer, reporting to the HW Functional Manager for Monitoring & Diagnostics (M&D), within Grid Automation (GA).

The M&D product line is a class leading vendor of sensing devices and systems to Electrical Utilities and Industrial customers. The product line spans sensing of multiple asset types and has a broad portfolio of advanced technology, which aid customers to understand and optimize the operating condition of key assets such as HV/MV power transformers and circuit breakers.

· Troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical products. Delivering workable solutions and or product improvements.

· Collaborating with wider engineering team (hardware, software, firmware engineers) to ensure delivery of updates works seamlessly in the final product.

· Run small projects to deliver customer requests (internal and external).

· Support manufacturing engineers to improve yield. Designing test procedures, test fixtures etc.

· Redesign of PCBAs due to Obsolescence/Shortages.

· Ensure adherence to HW design, including all required reviews.

· Carry out additional duties as requested by the HW Functional Manager.

Requirements:

· Degree or equivalent (HND with experience) in electrical/electronic or mechatronics engineering.

· Demonstrated experience of hardware/electronics design.

· Demonstrated fault finding capabilities.

· High level understanding of embedded software

· Ability to work independently and be self-motivated to deliver projects efficiently and on time.

· Must be organized and have methodical approach to problem solving.

· Strong oral and written communication skills, especially on technical matters.

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time