Hardware Engineer

Lead Hardware Engineer - Norwich - 85k Location: Norwich - Hybrid Salary: 85k+ Benefits My client is an innovative engineering organisation developing next-generation electric drive technologies. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Lead Hardware Engineer to take technical ownership of hardware development activities and lead the delivery of advanced power electronic systems for high-volume production applications. The Role As Lead Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design, development and validation of complex automotive hardware systems, ensuring solutions are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Key responsibilities include: Leading the design and development of advanced power electronic hardware systems for electric drive applications Defining system architectures and ensuring designs are robust, scalable and suitable for high-volume manufacture Taking ownership of hardware delivery throughout the full product lifecycle Managing and mentoring a team of hardware engineers, providing technical guidance and support Planning hardware development activities alongside project managers to achieve key milestones Driving Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Cost (DFC) and value engineering initiatives Leading component selection, supplier engagement and technology development activities Managing cost reduction programmes through design optimisation and platform reuse strategies Conducting ..... full job details .....