Electronics Engineer

Electronics Engineer

£40,000-£50,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications, plus performance bonus and fantastic benefits

Based full-time onsite

Due to the location of the Estate, we recommend a driving license

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Our Electronics Engineer

We’re looking for an Electronics Engineer to take the lead in developing, implementing, and maintaining the electronic systems and architecture that keep our organisation running smoothly. In this role, you’ll ensure our systems are reliable, meet business needs, and align with our forward-thinking approach to technology and digitisation. You’ll work closely with teams across the business and collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to ensure our IT applications are performing at their best.

This role is ideal for a self-motivated, confident, and personable individual with a keen eye for detail. It’s a varied position, offering the chance to support our team, visitors, and guests while tackling diverse responsibilities. We’re seeking someone proactive, logical, and diligent—someone who thrives on challenges and takes pride in their work.

We’re committed to your growth, too. The successful candidate will have access to further training, fully supported by the company, to help develop their skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and managing electronic systems and architecture for our various exhibits, buildings and infrastructure across a wide and varied estate from the hotels through to our museums and exhibits.
• Project Management: Plan projects, preparing documentation, managing budgets, and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget, typically this will include scoping of new technology or capabilities, through to implementation and through life support.
• Testing and Maintenance: Conducting tests to ensure the functionality and safety of electronic systems, diagnosing issues, and performing maintenance tasks.
• Collaboration: Working with other engineers, IT specialists, and technicians to design and improve electronic equipment and systems across the estate.
• Compliance: Ensuring that all products and systems meet safety and regulatory requirements

What we can offer

• A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
• Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.
• Enjoy shopping in both our shops on the estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.
• Discover exclusive perks with our discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
• Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
• Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
• Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
• A team that knows how to have fun with monthly team activities and Estate-wide team events
• Access your earnings at anytime with Wagestream, with access to nationwide brand discounts
• Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team

What we're looking for

• Educational Background: A degree in electronic engineering or a related field is essential
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in software packages, understanding of electronic systems and architecture, and familiarity with safety standards.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse, evaluate, design, develop, integrate, debug and test real-time advanced digital exhibits and user experiences.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and presenting findings
• Thirst for Knowledge: Learn constantly, educate others, dive into new areas with unfamiliar technologies, and embrace the ambiguity of digital architecture problem solving.
• Collaboration: Ability to collaborate in a team environment across multiple engineering and no-engineering disciplines, making the architectural trade-offs required to rapidly deliver digital technologies.

Where you'll be working - Our Engineering Team

The Engineering Department looks after the companies assets (Buildings, Digital architecture, IT Infrastructure, Mechanical plant, and Vehicles), conducting scheduled checks and preventive maintenance in all areas of the estate. Engineering also respond to guest requests should they have issues and to colleague requests from across the estate.

Who are we - The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.

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