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The CompanyAt Southern Scientific, we're passionate about our work, customers, people, and our culture. We specialise in supplying radiation detection equipment for the Nuclear, Medical, Security, Defence, Industrial & Research, continuously aiming to be the very best by delivering high-quality products and exceptional service at an international level. We were recognised recently when we received the prestigious Kings Award for Enterprise in International Trade as part of the LabLogic Group.Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.Join our collaborative and supportive team at Southern Scientific, where we're committed to our core values of being Passionate and Driven, Accountable, Respectful and Inclusive, fostering a Family Atmosphere, being Efficient, Customer-Focused, and Trustworthy. Here, benefits like our annual Center Parcs trip and race days foster positive working relationships, making Southern Scientific more than just a workplace; it's a rewarding journey in a globally acclaimed organisation.The RoleWe are seeking a passionate and experienced R&D Engineer to drive products and innovations from prototype to production. In this position, you will be based out of our Sheffield office along with other R&D scientists and engineers both from Southern Scientific and the LabLogic Group. You will be responsible for developing a range of exciting and innovative R&D projects. You will be an essential member of the R&D team, delivering cutting-edge engineering projects, pioneering industry-leading technology, and working in an agile engineering team requiring a multiskilled approach whilst ensuring compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements.You will also attend industry-specific conferences aimed at further developing your knowledge of the industry's ongoing work and the challenges our customers are currently facing that we can assist with.ResponsibilitiesExecution of technical tasks in a deadline-orientated mannerWorking in partnership with product specialists to define requirements specifications for new productsDeveloping and implementing new electronic hardware and embedded firmware solutions in line with product requirementsTaking ownership of the design and development of new electronic hardware and firmware solutions, working with other team members to manage integration, collaborate on problem-solving and provide mutual peer reviewCarrying out testing and evaluation of all new product developments to ensure robust and comprehensive hardware and firmware solutionsCarrying out engineering work in line with company procedures based on industry-recognised quality standardsSupporting other engineers and collaborating to create a cohesive designApplying proper project management processes and complete documentary records for safekeeping and traceabilityThe above list is not exhaustive and, as such, you may be required to undertake other duties as appropriate.RequirementsEssentialAt least five years of relevant industry experience working in a research and development teamUndergraduate degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Physics, Embedded Systems or equivalentExperience in embedded programming using C or a similar programming languageExperience in electronic/scientific instrumentation xjdpvnf design, prototyping and bench testingExcellent communication skills and experience working well in a multi-skilled teamExcellent ability to prioritise tasks and manage time to meet project needsDesirable Experience with mechanical design and using CAD design toolsExperience working with STM32/ARM microcontroller systemsExperience working with SolidWorks CAD softwareKnowledge of nuclear physics concepts and common radiation detector instrumentation designKnowledge of IPC standardsKnowledge of simulation techniques for electronics designFull driving license BenefitsYou will receive all bank holidays plus 24 days holiday per year (increasing over service) + additional day off over ChristmasUK team building weekend at Center Parcs for employees and their families to attendSocial events hosted throughout the yearPrivate medical insurance with BUPAScottish Widows pension schemeDeath in service policyOn-site gymCycle to work scheme