Hardware / Mechatronics Engineer (in-house)

STYLIDEAS / STYLPRO is seeking a highly capable Mechatronics Engineer to support our growing product development team. You'll be hands-on with testing, product validation, troubleshooting, and supplier engagement. You'll work closely with our existing engineering leadership and overseas partners in Shenzhen on consumer-tech and beauty tech devices such as LED masks and other battery-powered devices and other electronics., * Assist the development of new Beauty Tech Products. Product Design. CAD design concepts.

• Test and evaluate new products and prototypes received from suppliers.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and help refine PCB/firmware issues.
• Work with Shenzhen partners to validate hardware and software designs and resolve issues during development and production.
• Support product compliance testing (functional, safety, regulatory).
• Interpret/evaluate schematics, PCBs, ICs, LEDs, power stages, controllers, battery systems (Li-ion).
• Work across mechanical and electrical domains
• Conduct hands-on product lab testing, measurement, and documentation.
• Generate test reports, raise improvement recommendations, and assist in production issue resolution.

Do you have a valid Driving License license?, Do you have experience in Mechanical knowledge?, * Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar.

• 2-5 years industry experience in electronics or mechatronics product design/test.
• Comfortable with voltage/current measurements, power electronics, PCB understanding, measurements using Oscilloscope.
• Experience with small electronics; understanding of battery (Li-ion) safety and behavior.
• CAD experience (mechanical & electrical) and interest in physical product design.
• Attention to detail; problem solver with hands-on troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication skills; experience coordinating with offshore suppliers is a plus.
• A proactive, structured approach to testing and documentation.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working with China-based engineering teams or suppliers.
• Knowledge of relevant compliance standards (CE/UKCA etc.).
• Familiarity with assembly & manufacturing issues.

Culture Fit:

• Practical engineer who enjoys hands-on work, testing, and iterative improvement.
• Comfortable in a fast-moving start-up environment.
• Reliable and committed to quality., * Hardware/ Mechatronics engineer: 2 years (required)

• Working from our Hertfordshire HQ in a rural environment with parking
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative environment with real influence and visibility
• Significant scope for progression as the business continues to scale
• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Pension Contribution
• 23 days holidays + Birthday and 1 extra day per year of service (maximum 5)
• Summer and Winter social events

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £27,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Have you ever worked with overseas suppliers or teams (e.g. China, Asia, Europe)? If yes, please explain.
• How far do you live from HP1 2SG?
• Briefly describe a physical product you have helped design or engineer that went into production?
• Describe a technical problem you debugged on a hardware product. What was the issue and how did you fix it?

STYLIDEAS (www.stylpro.co.uk) is a fast-growing beauty technology company, achieving over 60% CAGR, with a strong international retail and e-commerce presence. Founded 15 years ago by former Apprentice winner Tom Pellereau and Lord Sugar, the business entered a new chapter last month following the acquisition of Lord Sugar's shareholding. Stylideas is now independently owned by Tom Pellereau and backed by third-party finance, creating an exciting opportunity to build the infrastructure required to scale the business to its next phase of growth. You will be joining a successful, entrepreneurial, and commercially driven organisation with a strong brand, fast decision-making, and a clear growth strategy.