Electronics Engineer - Contract

Galway
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Job Title: Electronics Engineer - Contract Position

Location: West Galway, Ireland

We are looking for a passionate Electronics Engineer with a strong background in electronic systems and embedded software, particularly in health technology.

Role Overview: As an Electronics Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and integration of advanced electronic systems within medical devices. Your work will directly contribute to the safety and effectiveness of healthcare solutions.

Main Responsibilities:

Design and implementation of specialized motor control boards for medical device operations.
Development of intuitive and reliable touchscreen interfaces.
Integration of advanced temperature and pressure sensors into medical devices.
Utilization of embedded systems skills to create and optimize software.
Validation and integration of test methods to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Adherence to ISO 13485 standards, focusing on risk management throughout design and development.

Essential Skills:

Motor Control Board Design: Proven experience in designing and implementing motor control circuits, optimizing power distribution, and ensuring consistent performance.
Touchscreen Development: Ability to develop responsive and durable touchscreen interfaces for medical devices.
Sensor Integration: Proficiency in embedding advanced sensors (temperature and pressure) into medical devices.
Embedded Systems: Strong skills in developing and optimizing embedded systems for seamless hardware-software integration.
Test Method Validation: Experience in validating and integrating test methods according to industry standards.
Risk Management: Deep understanding of ISO 13485 standards and experience in applying these standards to ensure compliance and safety.

Desirable Skills:

Experience in the medical devices sector.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Familiarity with the entire product lifecycle from concept to production and deployment.

Why Apply:

Work on innovative projects that make a real difference in healthcare.
Collaborate with a talented and passionate team.
Opportunity to work in a beautiful and inspiring location.
Contribute to the development of safe and effective medical technologies.

Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

To find out more about Real, please visit

Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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