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Product Designer at Twine

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Posted 5 days ago
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Twine

Twine is an online marketplace that connects businesses with skilled freelancers, offering access to specialist expertise to bring projects to life. With a global network of half a million diverse experts, Twine enables companies to outsource marketing...

B2C SAAS Information Technology & Services E-commerce
HQ
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Team size
51-250
Founded
2014
Funding raised
$998K
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Quick Summary

Role Overview

This role focuses on transforming a detailed design plan into a production-ready electronic controller unit and PCB. You will evaluate hardware approaches like PLC or microcontrollers and execute the full electronic design process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Recommend the most suitable hardware platform between PLC and microcontroller
  • Design the electronic controller unit to handle multiple inputs and outputs
  • Develop and optimize PCB layouts for manufacturability and reliability
  • Select cost-effective and widely available electronic components
  • Implement control logic to manage relays and outputs according to rules
  • Provide technical documentation and support for production handover

Requirements Snapshot

  • Proven experience in electronic circuit design and PCB development
  • Strong knowledge of both PLCs and microcontroller-based systems
  • Proficiency with PCB design software such as Altium or KiCad
  • Understanding of relay control and embedded system design
  • Ability to select standard components for cost efficiency

Expected Impact

The successful candidate will deliver a production-ready electronic controller that balances cost-effectiveness with high reliability. This work will streamline the manufacturing process and ensure the final product meets all technical logic requirements for future scalability.

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Job Description

Join a project focused on transforming a detailed design plan into a production-ready electronic controller unit and PCB. The role involves evaluating the optimal hardware approach—PLC or microcontroller—based on project requirements, then executing the full electronic design and PCB development. The controller unit will process multiple inputs and manage several relays and outputs according to specified logic. The ideal solution will prioritize cost-effective manufacturing and utilize standard, readily available components. There is potential for ongoing collaboration on future projects.

Responsibilities

Assess project requirements and recommend the most suitable hardware platform (PLC or microcontroller) Design the electronic controller unit to handle multiple inputs and outputs Develop and optimize PCB layouts for manufacturability and reliability Select cost-effective, widely available electronic components Implement control logic to manage relays and outputs as per defined rules Provide technical documentation and support for production handover Advise on best practices for scalable and maintainable hardware solutions

Skills And Requirements

Proven experience in electronic circuit design and PCB development Strong knowledge of both PLCs and microcontroller-based systems Proficiency with PCB design software (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad) Ability to select and source standard electronic components for cost efficiency Understanding of relay control, input/output interfacing, and embedded system design Analytical skills to evaluate hardware trade-offs and recommend optimal solutions Attention to detail and commitment to delivering production-ready designs Good communication skills for technical consultation and documentation Availability for potential follow-up work and ongoing support

About Twine

Twine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally.

Our Mission

Twine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.

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