Graduate Electronics Engineer

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We are looking for 2025 Graduate Electronic Engineers to join the R&D division of a successful medical electronics company.  They are working on a number of products including surgical robots, handheld battery operated instruments and electrical products used throughout the world.

The company are privately owned, employ around 200 staff and have a rich heritage in the research and development of innovative products.  They own beautiful, purpose built offices with many amenities, people tend to stay with the company long term.

The successful Graduate Electronics Engineer will collaborate with a multidiscipline, innovative team of mechanical, electronics and software engineers solving challenging, real world problems that result in successful product manufacture and distribution to hospitals worldwide.

Due to the highly challenging nature of the role, we are looking for a strong academic background including a Electronic Engineering degree from one of the worlds top Universities and A grade A levels. 

Graduate Electronics Engineer requirements

Digital Electronics
Strong academics 

Desirable experience – motors, , embedded C, micro-controllers, PCB Design, battery operated devices, robotics, computer vision, electrical, pneumatics.

<br /> Position: Graduate Electronics Engineer <br /> <br /> Location: Wendover<br /> <br /> Salary: £28 - 30k<br /> <br /> Key Skills: strong academic background, digital electronics

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