Mid Green occupationEngineering and manufacturing
Embedded electronic design and development engineer
Designing and developing electronic circuits, devices and systems for a range of industries.
Summary
The role of the Embedded Electronic Systems Design and Development Engineer is to apply their knowledge of electronics and of embedded software to the design of circuits or devices that provide a useful function, that are capable of being manufactured at a competitive cost, and that are reliable and safe in use. This involves the use of the engineer’s knowledge of electronics and electronic principles, married to an expertise in the end use of the final product. In electronics this end use can cover a wide spectrum. Examples of industrial sectors that rely heavily on Embedded Systems Design and Development Engineers include Aerospace, Automotive, Automation and Instrumentation, Robotics, Telecommunications, Information and Computer Technology, Defence, Energy (including renewables), Transport and Consumer Electronics. The role provides the basis of learning with potential to specialise as a Hardware Engineer, Software engineer or Systems Engineer in these sectors and can extend from design of integrated circuits through to complete systems. Embedded Electronic Systems Design and Development Engineers will spend their careers in these industries developing the next generations of products such as smartphones, electric vehicles, communications satellites, smart grids and bringing concepts such as smart cities into reality. For others, an initial grounding in design and development will prove an excellent launch pad for a career in applications engineering, product management, marketing or general management. The Embedded Electronic Systems Design and Development Engineer must be proficient in a wide range of skills, underpinned by academic understanding, to enable them to work across these sub-sectors and specialisms. Apprentices will complete a Degree that will support the fundamental scientific and mathematical principles that equip them with the understanding required to operate effectively and efficiently at a high level within any of these sectors. This will be supported by vocational training to develop the required competencies specific to particular roles within the chosen sectors.
Typical job titles include
- Hardware engineer | software engineer | systems engineer
Knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs)
K1:
Understanding of basic electrical theory
K2:
Knowledge of the method of operation of basic semiconductors and passive components including their most common uses. Also the basic formulas used in their application
K3:
Understanding of design of both analogue and digital circuits and the basic design rules for mixed analogue and digital circuit boards
K4:
Comprehension of the fundamentals of structured software design
K5:
Understanding key aspects of the employer’s business and product applications – against a template to be generated by the employer
Technical Educational Products
- ST0151: Embedded electronic systems design and development engineer (degree) (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0151
- Status:
Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £49,881 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2124 Electronics engineers
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2124/99 Electronics engineers n.e.c.
- 2134/03 Software developers
S1:
Design functional electronic systems and circuits from component level
S2:
Utilise modern CAD technology to implement circuit design with understanding of considerations for heat dissipation, electrical interference and other industry specific considerations affecting layout
S3:
Write and document structured code to comply with industry norms and to allow others to understand and subsequently maintain/modify the code
S4:
Utilise modelling techniques for circuit design, embedded software development and thermal management
S5:
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practice of design for market, design for manufacturability, design for testability and design for maintainability
S6:
Ability to develop a test plan for a product that they have developed
S7:
Ability to explain the process by which a product is introduced into production, including what aspects are discussed at what stage and with whom and how development gateways work
S8:
Ability to develop a basic project plan including resource planning, time planning, use of contingencies etc. Also techniques for predicting pinch points and strategies for timescale recovery
S9:
Awareness of international standards and compliance requirements for the products designed by the employer. Ability to discuss the differences between legislative and non-legislative requirements
S10:
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of basic business fundamentals including costs, overheads, gross margin, net margin, profit, and cash
S11:
Ability to demonstrate awareness and understanding of basic health and safety principles both in the general workplace and specific to electronic circuit design
Technical Educational Products
- ST0151: Embedded electronic systems design and development engineer (degree) (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0151
- Status:
- Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £49,881 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2124 Electronics engineers
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2124/99 Electronics engineers n.e.c.
- 2134/03 Software developers
B1:
Self-starter, organised thinker. Works safely and effectively without close supervision
B2:
Confident in oral, written and electronic methods. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of stakeholder
B3:
Exhibits leadership behaviour and qualities. Demonstrable ability to work as a member of a team.
B4:
Committed to personal learning and development
B5:
Enjoys problem solving. Able to demonstrate practical capabilities in their professional role.
B6:
Accepts responsibility for own work and that of others
B7:
Exercises responsibilities in an ethical manner and respects and complies with company rules and guidelines. Able to commit to beliefs, goals, and standards of their employer and the wider industry and its professional standards
Technical Educational Products
- ST0151: Embedded electronic systems design and development engineer (degree) (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0151
- Status:
- Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £49,881 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2124 Electronics engineers
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2124/99 Electronics engineers n.e.c.
- 2134/03 Software developers
