Electronics Designer

Company details

AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS is the world leader in the field of automated secure entry control. For nearly 50 years, the company has been designing and manufacturing equipment for pedestrian, vehicle, and passenger access.

Founded in 1969, Automatic Systems has developed unique expertise in the design of high-end access control systems, single passage detection, and flow management. This expertise has earned the company a solid reputation for the high quality, performance, and reliability of its products.

The company is part of the Bolloré Group, which ensures a long-term investment strategy and provides stability for the company. The Group is built on the commitment and loyalty of its talented employees, who make a difference around the world.

Automatic Systems has a global presence through its network of subsidiaries and sales offices located in Belgium, France, Spain, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Germany, Canada, and the United States, as well as through an extensive network of international and local distributors.

The company operates five production sites (three in Belgium, one in France, and one in Canada) and three Research and Development centers.

Our sustainable performance is built on strong values: humility, excellence, courage, agility, innovation, and solidarity.

Function

As an Electronics Designer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of electronic boards (schematics, PCB layout & prototype assembly), as well as the monitoring and maintenance of existing boards (due to component obsolescence and/or shortages).

You will join our great R&D team, made up of 8 people, including 4 electronics engineers.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing electronic schematics and printed circuit boards (PCBs) using CAD software such as Altium, Eagle, or KiCAD.
• Developing functional prototypes to test and validate designs, and making adjustments based on test results.
• Conducting performance and reliability tests, analyzing data, and optimizing designs to meet quality standards.
• Writing and maintaining technical documentation, including product specifications, user manuals, and test reports.
• Collaborating with mechanical, software, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of electronic systems.
• Staying up to date with the latest trends and technologies in electronics to propose innovative solutions.

Profile

• You are a true team player, with excellent communication skills that allow you to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and build a strong internal network.
• You demonstrate creativity in your daily work and are solution-oriented, always looking for ways to resolve potential issues.
• You take initiative, and your results-driven mindset helps move projects forward.
• Detail-oriented and analytical, you approach your work with precision and critical thinking.
• Degree in Electronics Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s level), with proven experience in electronic board development in an industrial environment.
• Proficient in CAD tools such as Eagle or Altium, and capable of managing and maintaining them (library management, verification routines, and generation of production files).
• Familiar with best practices in PCB layout and component placement.
• Production-oriented, with a good understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design to Cost principles.
• Solid experience in embedded programming, with familiarity in ARM architectures and STM32 microcontroller families.
• Knowledge and/or experience with functional safety programming (IEC-60730-1, IEC 61508, etc.) is a strong asset.
• Experience with safety-critical development and reliability calculation is also a plus.

Offer

• Permanent contract
• Attractive salary and benefits package
  • Company car with full package (fuel card, insurance, tires, maintenance)
  • Company mobile phone and subscription
  • Flexible working hours
  • Meal vouchers (€8 per day)
  • Group insurance
  • Hospitalization insurance
  • Outpatient care insurance
  • CCT90 annual bonus
  • Year-end bonus
  • Holiday gift voucher
  • 12 additional days off (based on a 40-hour work week)
  • Extra vacation days based on seniority and career progression

Why join Automatic Systems?

• Be part of a Belgian company that has kept its family spirit over the years.
• Enjoy opportunities for technical training and internal development.
• Work in a supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to share ideas.
• Contribute to an innovative company that actively supports sustainable development goals — all our products are 80% to 90% recyclable.