Design innovative electronics that protect people and critical infrastructure around the world.
At Wath Group Ltd, we don't just manufacture products—we develop them from the ground up.
We're looking for an enthusiastic Electronics & Electrical Engineer (Graduate / Junior) to join our growing engineering team. Whether you're a recent graduate or have up to three years' industry experience, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career while working on innovative products used in some of the world's most demanding industrial environments.
You'll support our engineering team throughout the product development process, assisting with concept development, electronic circuit design, prototyping, testing, certification and production. As your experience grows, you'll have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility, broaden your technical knowledge and contribute to the development of products deployed around the world.
If you're passionate about electronics, enjoy practical engineering and want to build a long-term career in product development, we'd love to hear from you.
About Wath Group Ltd
Established in 1980, Wath Group Ltd is a well-established UK engineering company specialising in innovative industrial products and manufacturing solutions.
Our engineering team develops advanced technologies for industries including:
- Oil & Gas
- Hazardous Areas (ATEX & IECEx)
- Mining
- Utilities
- Industrial Automation
- Security & Access Control
As part of our continued growth, Wath Group Ltd is investing heavily in research and development, with an expanding portfolio of innovative products and technologies. Our engineering team is central to the company's future, providing an exciting opportunity to work on unique projects and develop products deployed across the globe.
The Role
This position is approximately:
- 70% Electronics Engineering
- 30% Electrical Engineering
You'll work alongside experienced mechanical, electrical and electronics engineers supporting the development of next-generation industrial products.
No two weeks are the same. One day you could be assisting with a mixed-signal PCB, the next helping troubleshoot embedded hardware, building prototypes, supporting product testing or assisting with product certification.
What You'll Be Working On
You'll contribute to the development of products including:
- Hazardous Area (ATEX & IECEx) electronic products
- Embedded electronic systems
- Mixed-signal PCB designs
- Industrial sensing technologies
- Access control systems
- Security products
- New product development from concept through to manufacture
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the design and development of analogue and digital electronic circuits.
- Assist with the development of single-layer, two-layer and four-layer PCBs.
- Support the development of mixed-signal electronic systems.
- Assist with producing schematics and PCB layouts using Fusion Electronics.
- Build and test prototype electronic assemblies in-house.
- Troubleshoot electronic circuits and assist with fault-finding activities.
- Use oscilloscopes, logic analysers and other laboratory equipment to investigate and troubleshoot electronic systems.
- Support embedded firmware development and hardware integration.
- Assist with producing wiring diagrams and low-voltage electrical designs.
- Support EMC testing and product troubleshooting.
- Produce and maintain technical documentation, build instructions and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Support production during new product introduction.
- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams where required.
- Assist with researching new technologies, components and engineering solutions.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
- Understanding of analogue and digital electronics.
- Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics.
- Knowledge of PCB design principles.
- Practical electronics assembly and soldering experience.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters or similar electronic test equipment.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- A practical, hands-on approach to engineering.
Desirable Skills
- Knowledge of Embedded C/C++.
- Knowledge of microcontroller-based systems.
- Familiarity with UART, SPI, I²C, CAN or RS-485 communication interfaces.
- Knowledge of mixed-signal PCB design.
- Awareness of EMC principles.
- Knowledge of low-voltage electrical systems.
- AutoCAD LT.
- Fusion 360.
- Awareness of CE, UKCA, ATEX or IECEx compliance.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn.
- Interested in electronics and product development.
- Practical and hands-on.
- Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
- Organised with good attention to detail.
- Willing to take ownership of their own learning and development.
- Keen to develop into a Senior Electronics & Electrical Engineer.
What We Offer
- Salary of £32,500–£45,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Company pension scheme.
- Death in Service benefit.
- Free on-site parking.
- Free tea and coffee.
- Early finish every Friday.
- 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
- Long-term career progression.
- Opportunity to work on innovative products from concept through to manufacture.
- A collaborative engineering environment where your ideas are encouraged and your contribution makes a real impact.
At Wath Group Ltd, we believe great engineering comes from people who enjoy what they do and have time to enjoy life outside of work. Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is one of our core values, which is why we offer an early finish every Friday and promote a supportive working environment that values long-term wellbeing alongside technical excellence.
We also embrace modern engineering tools, including AI-assisted development using ChatGPT and Claude, helping our engineers improve productivity, accelerate development and explore new ideas.
Why Join Wath Group Ltd?
This isn't a role where you'll spend years making small revisions to existing products.
Instead, you'll become part of a close-knit engineering team developing innovative technologies, solving real engineering challenges and supporting products from concept through design, prototyping, testing, certification and manufacture.
You'll work alongside experienced engineers who are passionate about developing the next generation of industrial electronics, giving you the opportunity to broaden your technical knowledge while building a rewarding long-term career.
Your work won't disappear into a filing cabinet—it will become real products installed in demanding industrial environments across the world.
Ready to Build Your Engineering Career?
If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your skills, work on genuinely interesting engineering projects and be part of a company investing heavily in innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Wath Group Ltd and help shape the next generation of industrial electronic products.
Pay: £32,500.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
