Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bletchley; 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 involves designing and testing electronic circuits and PCBs, contributing to product development for security solutions. The company offers a supportive environment with extensive training opportunities, generous leave, and various perks. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in electronic engineering and a passion for problem-solving and teamwork. If you're eager to grow your skills and work on impactful projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Extensive training opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

On-site nursery

On-site gym

Free parking

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/system designs.

Skills

Designing electronic circuits

Testing analogue and digital systems

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Degree in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering

Tools

PCB design software

Electronic schematic capture tools

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test electronic circuits and printed circuit boards.
• Work within a product development team on hardware products and security solutions.
• Create and maintain electronic hardware for custom security products for partners worldwide.
• Modify existing designs and collaborate on new product/system designs.
• Participate in training and research activities, utilizing a training budget for external courses.

Candidate Requirements

To apply, you should have:

• 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.

Additional beneficial qualifications include:

• Further qualifications or a degree in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering.
• Experience with electronic schematic capture and PCB design.
• Experience with RF design, EMC, and signal integrity.
• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes.

Personal Skills

• Keen to learn and improve technical and non-technical skills.
• Enthusiastic about teamwork and collective knowledge sharing.
• Driven to complete projects to high standards.
• Creative problem solver.
• Self-managing and adaptable to changing demands.
• Proactive in planning and process improvements.
• Effective communicator with partners to understand their needs.

Role Engagement

You will be involved in the full product development cycle, designing and documenting electronic PCB systems, verifying designs, supporting products, and contributing to project planning.

What We Offer

• Generous annual leave and bank holidays.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Extensive training opportunities and support for external courses.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Various social and recreational activities and facilities.
• On-site nursery and gym, free parking, and other benefits.

About HMGCC

We are the UK’s security-focused engineering specialists, working with government, academia, and international partners to develop innovative security tools and technologies.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. We support an inclusive environment and offer schemes like the Offer of Interview to ensure fair opportunities.

Application Process

Click ‘apply’ to discover more. Our team will process applications post-deadline, with possible early closing depending on recruitment needs. Relocation loans are available for eligible candidates.