Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 24, 2026. Zumtobel Group scores B on the Alion truth index.
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style="text-align:left">R&D Engineer
Spennymoor, UK
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Responsibilities
- Design and develop innovative electronic circuits and power electronic solutions for emergency lighting applications.
- Lead product development projects from concept, simulation and prototyping through to production release and ongoing support.
- Create and maintain technical documentation including schematics, bills of materials, drawings and test specifications.
- Perform design simulation, fault analysis, validation testing and performance verification of new products.
- Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet cost, quality and manufacturing requirements.
- Support production, purchasing and service functions by providing expert technical guidance and problem-solving expertise.
- Ensure compliance with ISO9001 quality standards and relevant industry requirements.
- Support R&D Technicians, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and act as Technical Owner when required.
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Skills & Experience
- HND or degree level qualification in Electronics Engineering, Physics or a related discipline.
- Experience in electronic lighting applications, power electronics or switch mode power supply (SMPS) design.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions.
- Proficiency in standard engineering and PC-based software tools.
- Experience with embedded software development using C.
- Experience working within ISO 9001 quality-managed environments.
- Ability to manage multiple development activities and deliver to challenging project timescales.
What we offer
- To be part of a market leading successful, international group with family DNA
- A healthy work-life balance and supportive team culture.
- Opportunities for technical and professional development within a leading global technology organisation.
- A collaborative international engineering environment with access to global expertise.
- The opportunity to develop market-leading emergency lighting and power electronic technologies.
What matters to us
We understand not only the power of the visible, but also the
invisible. Like light, diversity is intangible, but it is
perceptible. We value the uniqueness of every person and see this
as a driver of innovation. Qualified applicants will be considered
regardless of, for example, origin, skin color, gender, religion,
age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or disability.
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As the contact person for this position, a great candidate
experience is important to me! I will reach out to you within 7
days. Please inform me of any assistance you may need, so I can
best support you throughout the hiring process.
Talent Acquisition Partner
Andrew Walker
Who we are
We at Tridonic are a leading global player in lighting technology that produces innovative hardware
and software for smart and sustainable lighting solutions. At Tridonic, we are passionate about
designing, developing, and producing smart lighting solutions. We continuously push the boundaries
in our search for perfection by making lighting smarter, connected and more sustainable. Our
hardware, software and services guide and empower our B2B customers and business partners into a
new world of opportunities by superior quality, maximum reliability, and impressive energy
savings. Tridonic is a company of the Austrian based Zumtobel Group.
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Learn more about our company in our enlightening video - where WE MANAGE LIGHT and thrive together! The result is a series of personal and authentic insights into our
corporate culture - illustrated from different perspectives.
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WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT LIGHT.
We share a passion for light, creating aesthetic,
functional, and sustainable lighting solutions that enhance
quality of life.
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WE ARE EXCITED ABOUT CREATING INNOVATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS
FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE.
Sustainability and innovation drive everything we do -
shaping a responsible, climate-neutral future.
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WE ARE INTERNATIONAL AND PERSONAL AT THE SAME TIME.
While we have grown from a family business into a global
organization, our collaborative spirit and familial culture
remain integral to our identity.
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