Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bedford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in security engineering is seeking an Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer to join their innovative team. This full-time role offers the chance to design, build, and test cutting-edge electronic circuits and printed circuit boards. You'll collaborate with a talented group on exciting hardware products, while receiving extensive training and support. With a commitment to employee development and a healthy work/life balance, this position promises a fulfilling career path. If you're passionate about electronics and eager to contribute to impactful projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Paid overtime

Extensive training opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

Onsite nursery

Free parking

Gym access

Relocation loan

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and testing electronic systems.
• Understanding of product and system design and development.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test electronic circuits and PCBs.
• Join a product development team for hardware products.

Skills

Designing electronic circuits

Testing analogue and digital systems

Microcontroller-based systems

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Degree in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering

Tools

Electronic schematic capture

PCB design software

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer Ref. 956

Department: Engineering

Salary: £36,330 - £39,055

Job description

Salary awarded is based on skills assessment at interview.

This role is available full-time for 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday, or part-time with a minimum coverage of 28 hours per week. Flexible or compressed working hours are available.

This role is office-based.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and test electronic circuits and printed circuit boards.
• Join a product development team working on hardware products and security solutions.
• Create and maintain electronic hardware for custom-designed security products.
• Modify existing designs and collaborate on new product designs.
• Receive training and support, including external courses and dedicated time for innovation and research.

More About You

To apply, you should have:

• Experience in designing and testing analogue, digital, and microcontroller-based systems.
• Understanding of product and system design and development.
• Relevant work experience or qualifications, such as an HND in electrical/electronic engineering.

Beneficial but not essential:

• Further qualifications in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering, equivalent to or a 2:2 or higher degree.
• Experience with electronic schematic capture and PCB design.
• Experience in RF design, EMC, and signal integrity.
• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes.

Your Personal Skills

• Keen to learn and improve both technical and non-technical skills.
• Enthusiastic about working with other engineers.
• Driven to see projects through to completion.
• Enjoys solving hard problems with innovative solutions.
• Capable of managing workload and adapting to changing demands.
• Proactive in planning and improving processes.
• Effective in understanding and meeting partner expectations.

Putting Your Skills to Use

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and document electronic PCB systems to high standards.
• Verify designs through testing and peer reviews.
• Support products and investigate defects.
• Contribute to library parts creation and project planning.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years.
• 8 Bank Holidays plus 2½ additional days leave.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Extensive training opportunities.
• Competitive pension scheme (Alpha).
• Sports & Social Society, onsite nursery, charity leave, free parking, gym, relocation loan, and inclusive environment.

About HMGCC

We are HMGCC, the UK's security engineering specialists, working with government, academia, private sector, and international partners to develop security tools and technologies.

We invest in our people through training and career support to help you reach your full potential and maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities or neurodiversity. We value diversity and inclusion, which makes us stronger.

We offer an Offer of Interview Scheme to ensure eligible candidates are considered for an interview based on minimum criteria. More details are available on our website.

Apply Now

Click ‘apply’ to discover more. Our recruitment team will process your application after the role closes. Please note, we may close the vacancy early depending on recruitment needs.

*Relocation loans of up to £2,500 are available for those moving to the area, repayable over 24 months.