Solutions Engineer

Cirrus Logic

. Design, build and maintain proof of concepts, prototypes and laboratory setups for new applications and technologies .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeEdinburgh • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electronics engineering, including PCB design, prototyping, and laboratory experimentation. Capable of analyzing technical data and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions.

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PCB DesignPrototypingLaboratory Equipment UsageTechnical Report WritingEmbedded Systems Programming

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Hard Skills

Electronics EngineeringSchematic CaptureRapid PrototypingData CaptureDebuggingMeasurement TechniquesSignal GenerationLogic AnalysisMechanical DesignElectromechanical Systems

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborative Problem SolvingStructured Approach to Problem-SolvingIndependent OperationTechnical Insight

Tools & Technologies

OscilloscopeLogic AnalyzerSignal GeneratorPower Measurement ToolsAutomation Scripting

Certifications & Qualifications

BEng Degree in Electronics EngineeringMEng Degree in Electronics Engineering

Industry Keywords

Prototyping EnvironmentLaboratory TestingElectronicsRobotics ApplicationsCommercial Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build and maintain proof of concepts, prototypes and laboratory setups for new applications and technologies
Coordinate third-party prototyping houses, mechanical design services and software providers to deliver proof-of-concept projects
Plan and run experiments, including measurement, debug and data capture
Analyse results and communicate clear conclusions, limitations and recommendations
Work with systems engineering, design, applications and marketing teams to understand customer systems, perform basic teardowns and assess technical challenges
Support technical customer discussions with data, demonstrations and practical insight
Explain how device-level capabilities, limitations and trade-offs affect the wider system
Improve lab capability by making experiments more repeatable, efficient and informative
Document test reports, reference setups and technical notes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior practical experience working with electronics or hardware in a professional laboratory, test or prototyping environment
Experience building or modifying bench setups, prototype circuits or evaluation hardware
Experience with PCB design, schematic capture or rapid prototyping
Experience using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, signal generators or power-measurement tools
Ability to collect, interpret and explain technical data clearly, in writing and in conversation
Familiarity with data capture, scripting or automation for laboratory work
Ability to take a structured approach to open-ended problems and decide what to investigate next
Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, applications and marketing colleagues
Interest in applying electronics and hardware to robotics or other emerging applications
BEng or MEng degree in electronics engineering or a related discipline is preferred
Equivalent experience gained through employment will also be considered
Proven commercial professional experience in electronics, engineering, laboratory, test or prototyping work
Ability to operate independently
Mechanical design or practical electromechanical systems
Experience programming embedded systems and/or FPGAs, including developing, debugging, and integrating hardware–software solutions
Experience writing technical reports, notes or recommendations for internal or customer use

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusion and fairness-focused culture
Meaningful community engagement
Enjoyable employee experiences
Career growth opportunities