Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer, where your skills in designing and testing electronic circuits will shine. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative security solutions, collaborating with a dynamic team. With a commitment to your development, you'll receive extensive training and support, allowing you to grow your career in engineering. Enjoy a flexible work environment, generous leave, and a range of perks that enhance your work-life balance. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8 Bank Holidays

Paid overtime

Extensive training opportunities

Alpha pension scheme

On-site nursery

3 days paid leave for charity work

Free parking

24/7 onsite gym access

Relocation Loan

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document electronic PCB systems.
• Verify designs through tests and peer reviews.
• Support products and investigate reported defects.

Skills

Design and testing of analogue systems

Design and testing of digital systems

Microcontroller-based systems

Product and system design

PCB design

RF design

Signal integrity

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Degree in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering

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.

Can you design, build, and test electronic circuits and printed circuit boards?

Keen to build your skills and develop your career in engineering?

You’ll join a product development team, working on hardware products and solutions to protect security. You may not know all the details yet, but you soon will.

You’ll use your technical knowledge and ideas to create and maintain electronic hardware for custom-designed security products to meet the needs of partners at home and overseas.

No two days will be the same: one day you could be modifying an existing design to introduce a new requirement; the next, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team on designing the next set of products and systems.

You’ll receive training and support to develop in this role, as well as a training budget for external courses. You’ll also be able to dedicate some time to innovation and research.

More About You

To apply for this role, you will already have:

• Experience in the design and testing of analogue, digital, and microcontroller-based systems.
• An understanding of product and system design and development.
• Relevant work experience or qualifications, equivalent to/or a HND in electrical/electronic engineering.

It would be beneficial if you also have:

• Further qualifications in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering, equivalent to/or a 2:2 or higher relevant Degree.
• Experience in electronic schematic capture and PCB design.
• Experience of RF design, EMC, and signal integrity.
• A good understanding of PCB manufacturing processes.

Your Personal Skills

You will be the type of person who:

• Is keen to learn and improve both technical and non-technical skills.
• Enthused by working with other engineers, combining knowledge to produce better results.
• Likes seeing projects through to completion with drive and commitment.
• Enjoys thinking of innovative solutions to hard problems.
• Can manage your workload and adapt to changing demands.
• Puts plans in place for improvements.
• Works with partners to understand their desired outcomes and expectations.

Putting Your Skills to Use

You’ll be involved in the full product development process, creating a wide range of designs and systems while working with various partners and engineers. You can be creative and work in your own way towards delivery, with a willingness to learn and succeed.

Using your diverse skills, you will:

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

What We Offer

We offer:

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years of service.
• 8 Bank Holiday days in addition to annual leave.
• Additional days leave set throughout the year.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Extensive training opportunities, from internal courses to degree programs.
• Alpha pension scheme.
• Sports & Social Society activities.
• On-site nursery (subject to availability).
• 3 days paid leave annually for charity work.
• Free parking and 24/7 onsite gym access.
• Relocation Loan (interest-free).
• Inclusive environment with affinity groups supporting diverse backgrounds.

About HMGCC

We are HMGCC, the UK’s engineering specialists in security, working with government, academia, and international partners to develop tools and technologies that protect the nation.

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

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, identities, orientations, and those with disabilities or neurodiversity.

We value diverse talents and perspectives, which enhance our organization and its capabilities.

We offer an Offer of Interview Scheme, ensuring eligible candidates are interviewed if they meet the minimum criteria. For more information, visit our website.

Apply Now

Discover more by clicking ‘apply’. Our recruitment team will process your application after the role closes, and everyone will receive a response.

Please note, depending on recruitment needs, the closing date may be advanced.

Relocation loans of up to £2,500 are available for those relocating and renting property, repayable over 24 months.