Electronic Design Engineer

Job Description

Overview

Would you like to help enrich the lives of learners around the world?

At TTS we aim to give every child, every day,

a reason to love learning.

We're proud to have supplied schools and learning environments across the globe with innovative educational resources for 40 years offering over 50,000 resources, of which 6,000 are our own developed IP!

Our in-house experts collaborate with teachers and educational experts to create unique and innovative resources that engage children and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Every TTS resource provides unlimited learning opportunities and is made to last, making the most of schools’ and nurseries’ limited budgets and ensuring years of classroom use.

TTS is part of the RM Group – a pioneer in the education technology space, and since 2004, we share a vision to improve education outcomes worldwide.

At RM, we’ve been pioneers of education technology since 1973. We provide technology and resources to the education sector, supporting over 20 million students and improving educational outcomes worldwide.

What we do helps learners at all stages of their lives, from preschool to higher education and professional qualification; we partner with schools, examination boards, governments, and professional organisations globally to make learning more accessible, more engaging, and more impactful.

RM operates through three divisions: Assessment (digital assessment and marking solutions), Technology (managed services, hardware, and software for schools), and TTS (educational resources).

Visit our website to find out more: https://www.tts-group.co.uk/

Are you a creative and passionate electronics engineer who wants their designs to inspire the next generation of inventors, coders, and curious minds worldwide?

At TTS Group, we're not just supplying educational resources—we're igniting imaginations.

As a global leader in curriculum-aligned resources under RM plc, we create hands-on, innovative products—from cutting-edge STEM kits and robotics to interactive learning tech—that make learning exciting, inclusive, and effective for children from pre-school to higher education. Our award-winning resources reach schools, teachers, and learners in over 100 countries, backed by more than 50 years of EdTech expertise and an industry leading Product Development Team.

We are expanding our Innovations Team and this is a great chance to Join our dynamic Innovations Department as an Electronics Design & Development Engineer, where you'll transform bold concepts into real, market-leading products that empower children's learning on a global scale. This is your chance to lead electronic innovation in a purpose-driven, fast-paced environment—prototyping tomorrow's classroom breakthroughs while collaborating with designers, app developers, manufacturers, and educators.

We encourage early applications as the vacancy may close once the position has been filled or final interviews have been arranged.

Responsibilities

- Drive the electronic design and development of exciting new products and enhancements, balancing creativity, functionality, safety, cost, and manufacturability.

- Take ownership of electronics from concept through to production: schematic design, PCB layout, component selection, prototyping, testing, and value engineering.

- Collaborate cross-functionally—liaise with suppliers, external partners (3rd parties and key OEMs) , QA, and Product teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration and flawless launches.

- Champion emerging technologies (wireless protocols, embedded systems, batteries, sensors) and push boundaries to keep our products future-proof and ahead of the curve.

- Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, specifications, user manuals, and compliance files.

- Solve real-world product challenges through fault diagnosis, root-cause analysis, rigorous testing (lifespan, EMC, safety), and continuous improvement.

- Scout innovative suppliers, assess new concepts for feasibility/cost, and provide technical expertise across the business.

Experience

- A relevant Electrical/Electronic Engineering qualification (HNC, Degree, or equivalent).

-Hands-on industry experience in electronic product design and development.

- Strong technical foundation: PCB design, schematic interpretation, soldering (down to 0402/QFP), test equipment, EMC/safety considerations, and design-for-manufacture principles.

- Creative flair combined with practical problem-solving—someone who thrives turning ideas into commercial products.

- Embedded systems/microcontrollers, wireless (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi), Lithium-ion batteries, rapid prototyping (Arduino, 3D printing), fault diagnostics/root-cause analysis. (Preferred)

- Excellent communicator—able to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, suppliers, and non-technical stakeholders.

- Resourceful, flexible, and comfortable juggling multiple projects in a dynamic, innovative environment.

- Passion for education and making a tangible difference in children's lives through technology.

Why join us?

- Work on meaningful products that reach children and classrooms worldwide and genuinely enhance learning.

- Be part of a supportive, innovative culture that rewards creativity, initiative, and success.

- Access opportunities to explore cutting-edge tech in a collaborative, expanding team.

- Enjoy competitive rewards, professional development, and the chance to grow with a stable, established Industry leader.

If you're a tenacious, technically brilliant engineer with a creative spark and a desire to impact education globally, we want to hear from you!

What’s in it for you?

At TTS we have My Work Blend @RM which provides office-based colleagues with multi location and hybrid working options. As well as your office base, you can spend a proportion of your time working at other locations that suit your role and your life, including home, other offices, customer sites, distribution centres or on the move. We encourage you to discuss arrangements for this role with your potential line manager during the recruitment process.

As well as a competitive salary and our core benefits package which includes private medical healthcare, life assurance and a Group Personal Pension Plan with higher contribution levels available, some roles are also eligible for a performance-related bonus. There are lots of voluntary benefits too. You could buy additional annual leave, join our dental plan, sign up for a health assessment, or take part in our cycle to work scheme. You could even earn yourself an extra bonus for successfully recommending a friend or family member for a position within RM.

To better reflect the society that we serve, we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. To achieve this, we create teams of talented people from different backgrounds and experiences and strive to be a business where our people can bring their whole selves to work. We also want to make the recruitment process as inclusive as possible for everyone. Should you require additional support with your application or through the interview process, please contact us at recruitment@rm.com.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.