Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer to join their innovative team. This full-time role focuses on designing, building, and testing electronic circuits, contributing to the development of cutting-edge security solutions. With opportunities for training and personal growth, you will engage in the full product development process, ensuring high standards and innovative problem-solving. The company values work-life balance and offers competitive benefits, including generous annual leave and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about electronics and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Training opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

Onsite nursery

Free parking

Gym

Relocation loan

Sports & Social Society

Charity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in design and testing of analogue and digital systems.
• Understanding of product and system design and development.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test electronic circuits and printed circuit boards.
• Modify existing designs and collaborate on new product development.

Skills

Design and testing of analogue systems

Design and testing of digital systems

Microcontroller-based systems

Problem-solving

Teamwork and collaboration

Communication

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Degree in electrical/electronic engineering

Tools

PCB design software

Electronic schematic capture

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.

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 development.
• Receive training and support, with a budget for external courses and time for innovation and research.

About You

To apply, you will have:

• Experience in design and testing of 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, or a Degree (2:2 or higher).
• Experience in electronic schematic capture, PCB design, RF, EMC, and signal integrity.
• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes.

Personal Skills

• Keen to learn and improve skills.
• Enthusiastic about teamwork and collaboration.
• Driven to complete projects to high standards.
• Innovative problem-solver.
• Self-managing and adaptable.
• Proactive in planning and communication.

Role Expectations

• Participate in the full product development process.
• Design, develop, and document electronic PCB systems.
• 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 additional leave days.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Training opportunities, including external courses.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Sports & Social Society, onsite nursery, charity leave, free parking, gym, relocation loan, and inclusive environment.

About HMGCC

We are the UK’s security-focused engineering specialists, working with government, academia, and international partners to develop security tools and technologies. We invest in our people’s growth and work-life balance.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We offer an Interview Scheme to support eligible candidates.

Application Process

Click ‘apply’ to discover more. Our team will process applications after the closing date, which may be earlier depending on recruitment needs. We offer a relocation loan of up to £2,500 for those moving to the area.