Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Little Brickhill; 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 engineering team. This role offers the chance to design and test electronic circuits, collaborate on product development, and create custom hardware solutions. With a commitment to employee growth, the company provides training opportunities and a supportive work environment. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and various perks, including a pension scheme and on-site nursery. If you're passionate about electronics and eager to contribute to cutting-edge security solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Paid overtime

Training opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

On-site nursery

Free parking

Gym access

Charity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and testing electronic circuits.
• 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

Design and testing of analogue systems

Design and testing of digital systems

Microcontroller-based systems

PCB design

RF and EMC knowledge

Signal integrity

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Degree in electrical/electronic engineering

Tools

Electronic schematic capture

PCB manufacturing processes

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.

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 to meet partner needs.
• Modify existing designs and collaborate on new product designs.
• Receive training and support, including external courses and dedicated research time.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 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.

Preferred Skills:

• Additional qualifications in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering, or a degree with 2:2 or higher.
• Experience with 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-managed and adaptable.
• Proactive in planning and improvement.
• Effective communicator with partners.

Role Activities:

• 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.
• Additional bank holidays and set leave days.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Training opportunities and support for external courses.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Various social and recreational activities.
• On-site nursery (subject to availability).
• Charity leave, free parking, gym access, and relocation loan.

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 inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or neurodiversity.

We offer an Interview Scheme to support eligible candidates.

Application Process:

Click ‘apply’ to start your application. 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.