Interconnect and Cable Architect
Overview
Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations. We are seeking an experienced Interconnect and Cable Architect to work with our client, at Belfast. In this role the successful candidate will be expected to mentor and guide others in the design of interconnect and cabling solutions that deliver world-class performance. You will work alongside a team of multidisciplined Engineer working on cutting edge defence products. Your role will span the entire product lifecycle from design requirements capture and analysis through to defining the interconnect architecture and verifying that the solution meets the customer's requirements. The Interconnect and Cable Architect role requires working within the Electronics team to optimise the design through trade-studies, analyses, modelling and simulation to produce best-in-class competitive products.
We are looking for an energetic and driven individual with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates with aerospace or military experience.
This role represents a great opportunity to work with a blue-chip client, contributing to the security of the UK and our allies. Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving.
Responsibilities
The Interconnect and Cable Architect will perform, but not be limited to the following type of activities centred on the development and delivery of cutting-edge defence products:
Lead the development of interconnect and cabling architectures
Design cable assemblies based upon electrical constraints such as current, screening, signal types, volt drop, EMC, and environmental requirements
Lead connector selection and manage evaluation activities
Lead the creation of cable schematics and drawings
Support integration and testing of cable assemblies
Creation of cable specifications, development and verification plans
Responsible for compliance to regulatory standards
Contribute to bid and estimating activities
Qualifications
Degree level qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline. A lower qualification would be acceptable for example HNC/HND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable experience in lieu
Essential skills
Understanding of principles for design for LVD & EMC Compliance
Highly effective communicator within a diverse, professional environment
Self-motivated, able to lead and take the initiative
Outstanding team working skills
Experience
Post graduate relevant work experience
Experience in the design of cables considering electrical constraints such as current, screening, signal types, volt drop, and environmental requirements
Experience of interconnect design tools such as Capital Essentials, Zuken or EPLAN
Experience of mentoring and coaching others
Benefits
Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
Communicating and promoting vacancies
Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
Supporting any existing employee who acquires a or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their , , , /belief, orientation or ".
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive