Hardware Engineer Graduate Trainee 2022

At Optos, we see the importance of attracting new talent and developing the workforce of the future. Since 2019 we have been recruiting into our Apprenticeship and Graduate Programme, based in Dunfermline, Scotland, providing the opportunity to balance the value of work experience with further learning.

Optos works with a number of learning providers who support both modern and graduate apprenticeships. We also support professional memberships for our Graduate Trainees.

We recognise the importance of learning new skills and transferring these into the workplace and create a fun and rewarding environment to support your work and learning and ensure you get the experience you are looking for. You will receive the support you need to achieve your goals and qualifications or professional accreditations.

Who are we?

Optos is a leading medical device company engaged in the design, development, manufacturing and marketing of ultra-widefield retinal imaging devices.

Our imaging devices can be found globally, in opticians, optometrists and hospitals where clinicians can take an optomap® image of the retina which facilitates the early detection, management and effective treatment of disorders and diseases such as retinal detachments and tears, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and age-related degeneration.  The image can also indicate evidence of non-eye diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension and certain cancers.  Optos is committed to utilising the latest technology to manufacture new products and software that support optomap® as a world-class standard of care, helping eye care professionals around the world save sight and lives.

Role summary

We are currently looking for Hardware Engineer Graduate Trainee to join our Research and Development team based in Dunfermline.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly motivated team of engineers working for a company who are the world leaders in retinal imaging products. You will be responsible for designing and developing electronic systems and modules for new retinal imaging products and existing retinal imaging product improvement as part of a multi-disciplinary R&D team.

Essential duties and responsiblities

• Assist with the design of innovative analogue/digital electronic solutions in accordance with design control process.
• Have strong input to the technical specifications, documented design, and efficacy of electronics design output.
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) & design review.
• Contribute to peer review of designs of other R&D electronics engineers.
• To have input to product and technology roadmap with regards to emerging technologies for performance improvements and cost reduction.
• Contribution to continuous improvement of existing product range through design analysis and innovative technology solutions.
• Provide customer support in a pro-active manner in the form of creative solutions to problems encountered with the product.
• Responsible for the timely delivery of electronics design solutions against project requirements.
• Responsible for development and execution of test methods for design verification of hardware components, modules and systems.
• Communicate design intent and operational work-flow of designed electronic systems to product engineering staff.
• Contribution to continuous improvement of design and development processes.

Minimum qualifications

• A recent graduate, educated to degree level (2:1) in electronics or equivalent.
• Degree level hardware-based project or similar.
• Competence in fundamentals of analogue/digital electronics design and analysis.
• Appreciation and understanding of other design functions which are directly impacted by electronic design e.g., mechanical, VHDL, Firmware.
• Practical skills in assembly and debug of electronics.
• An ability to manage time effectively.
• Team orientated, responsive and customer focused.
• Good written/verbal communication skills, with some experience of presentations.
• Good computer skills (MS Office applications).
• Experience of schematic capture, layout and simulation tools.
• Results oriented, driven and dynamic, bringing energy to everything you do.
• Passionate about continuous improvement.
• Thrives working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

At Optos, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package.

Equal opportunities employer

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, age or protected veteran status.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience and want to join a great team, please click on the Apply button!