Design Engineer

Morgan Jones Ltd; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Supportive, close-knit technical team

Job summary

Morgan Jones Recruitment is seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer located in Clapham Hill. In this pivotal role, you will lead complex firmware development for avionics and maritime systems, overseeing the entire FPGA project lifecycle from conception to integration.

Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of FPGA experience, strong VHDL skills, and problem-solving abilities. The position offers flexible working hours, a competitive salary, and career progression opportunities, all in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of FPGA development experience.
• Strong VHDL skills and digital design knowledge.
• Familiarity with Xilinx, ModelSim, or Questa tools.
• Knowledge of video/communication protocols (e.g., HDMI, UART, SPI).

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing FPGA systems in VHDL.
• Interpreting and tracing technical requirements.
• Creating thorough documentation and testbenches.
• Collaborating with electronics and software teams.
• Supporting both new and legacy product development.

Skills

FPGA development experience

VHDL skills

Digital design knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Xilinx

ModelSim

Questa

Job description

FPGA Design Engineer

Location: Whitstable, Kent | Full-time | Permanent

Salary: Highly competitive DOE

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• On‑site parking
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive, close‑knitted technical team

Why Join Our Client

Our client is a leading innovator within their space, developing cutting‑edge technology for critical applications. They are now looking to expand their small, expert team with an experienced FPGA Design Engineer who thrives in a hands‑on, high‑integrity environment.

About the Role

As the FPGA Design Engineer, you’ll lead on complex firmware development for avionics and maritime systems. You’ll be responsible for the full lifecycle of FPGA projects, from concept and architecture to verification and integration. This is a fantastic opportunity to own your projects and make a genuine impact.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing FPGA systems in VHDL
• Interpreting and tracing technical requirements
• Creating thorough documentation and testbenches
• Collaborating with electronics and software teams
• Supporting both new and legacy product development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of FPGA development experience
• Strong VHDL skills and digital design knowledge
• Familiarity with Xilinx, ModelSim, or Questa tools
• Problem solver with great communication skills
• Knowledge of video/communication protocols (e.g., HDMI, UART, SPI)

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.