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Role: Senior Electronics Engineer - HardwareLocation: Peterlee, UKSalary: 50,000 - 55,000 per annum (DOE)Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout UsAt Alexander Battery Technologies (ABT), we design and manufacture custom battery packs for some of the worlds most demanding applications from drones and robotics to off-road vehicles, safety equipment, and power tools. Were expanding fast across the UK, Europe, and North America, and were investing in the next generation of high-voltage systems, functional safety design, and end-to-end battery innovation.Were looking for someone to take the lead on new product development and help drive our hardware team into the future.Job SummaryThis isnt a back-office design role. Its a hands-on, lead-from-the-front position where youll:Define customer requirements (sometimes from scratch)Own the full design flow in Altium 365Build, test, iterate and validate with safety and quality in mindResearch and advise on regulatory compliance across global marketsDeliver new hardware products into productionYoull work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and project leads. Youll be trusted to make design decisions and expected to drive projects forward.DutiesLead hardware development from requirements through to productionCollaborate with the project engineer to define scope, timelines and delivery plansMake robust component choices, design PCBs in Altium 365, and oversee prototyping and testConduct hazard and risk analysis, support FMEA and DFMEA as neededEnsure compliance with IEC 62619, UN38.3, CE, and IEC 61508Contribute to functional safety efforts in upcoming high-voltage battery platformsOccasionally support customer discussions or on-site visitsMaintain a zero-compromise attitude on safety, traceability, and qualityQualificationsBachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field5+ years in electronics hardware design and NPIProven experience taking products from concept to productionStrong knowledge of high-voltage systems and/or battery applicationsSolid understanding of functional safety principles (SIL preferred)Experience working with international regulations and complianceProficiency in Altium 365 and PCB development best practicesConfident communicator, methodical problem-solver, and self-starterAbility to lead by example, own your work, and hit delivery targetsWhat Success Looks LikeSuccess in this role means owning hardware design projects end-to-end, driving them into production, and setting the bar for quality and accountability.Its not a support role its a lead-from-the-front role.A Word from Our CEOWe dont need someone to just spec parts and hand off designs. We need a hands-on problem solver who owns the product from idea to build someone whos hungry to lead, not afraid to fail forward, and cares deeply about safety, quality, and getting things right for the customer.Mark Rutherford, CEO at Alexander Battery TechnologiesWhy Join ABT?A growing company with serious momentum in Europe & North AmericaFull in-house manufacturing and testing in the UKStability, compliance, and quality-first mindsetReal ownership of your work and visible project impactA team that values trust, transparency, and progressRecruitment agencies are kindly asked not to contact us about this vacancy.