Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Folkestone and Hythe District; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team. This exciting role involves designing, building, and testing electronic circuits and PCBs, contributing to security-enhancing hardware products. The position offers a supportive environment with extensive training opportunities and a commitment to work-life balance. You will engage in the full product development cycle, ensuring high standards in your designs while collaborating with a diverse team. If you are passionate about electronics and eager to make a difference, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8 Bank Holidays

Paid overtime

Extensive training opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

Onsite nursery

Free parking

Gym access

Relocation loans

Inclusive environment

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.
• Collaborate on new product designs and modifications.

Skills

Designing electronic circuits

Testing analogue and digital systems

Microcontroller-based systems

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Further qualifications in engineering

Tools

Schematic capture tools

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 available.

This role is office-based.

Responsibilities include:

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

About You:

• 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, experience in schematic capture, PCB design, RF, EMC, signal integrity, and understanding of PCB manufacturing processes.

Your Personal Skills:

• Keen to learn and improve technical and non-technical skills.
• Enthusiastic about teamwork and collective knowledge sharing.
• Driven to see projects through to high standards.
• Enjoy solving complex problems with innovative solutions.
• Capable of managing workload and adapting to changing demands.
• Proactive in planning and understanding partner needs.

Utilizing Your Skills:

• Participate in the full product development cycle, creating diverse designs and systems.
• Design, develop, and document electronic PCB systems to high standards.
• Verify designs through testing and peer reviews.
• Support products, investigate defects, and contribute to 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.
• Extensive training opportunities and a training budget.
• Competitive pension scheme (Alpha).
• Sports & Social Society, onsite nursery, charity leave, free parking, gym, relocation loan, and inclusive environment.

About HMGCC:

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

We invest in our people to help them reach their full potential and maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Equal Opportunities:

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or neurodiversity. We offer an Interview Scheme to ensure fair access for eligible candidates.

Apply now: Discover more by clicking ‘apply’. Our team will process applications after the role closes, with possible early closing depending on recruitment needs.

Relocation loans are available for eligible candidates moving to the area.