Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to design and test innovative electronic circuits and printed circuit boards, contributing to cutting-edge security solutions. With a focus on creativity and collaboration, you'll engage in the full product development process and benefit from a supportive work environment that values your growth. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and a range of exciting perks that enhance your work-life balance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Training and development opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

Sports and social activities

On-site nursery

Charity leave

Free parking

24/7 gym access

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and testing analogue, digital, and microcontroller-based systems.
• Understanding of product and system design and development.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test electronic circuits and printed circuit boards.
• Collaborate on new product development and modify existing designs.

Skills

Analogue Circuit Design

Digital Circuit Design

Microcontroller Systems

Schematic Capture

PCB Design

RF Design

Signal Integrity

PCB Manufacturing Processes

Education

HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer Ref. 956

Department: Engineering

Salary: £36,330 - £39,055

Job Overview

This role is available full-time for 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, or part-time with a minimum of 28 hours per week. Flexible or compressed working hours are available. The position 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.
• Modify existing designs and collaborate on new product development.
• Participate in training and research activities, utilizing a training budget for external courses.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• 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.

Desirable Skills

• Qualifications in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering (equivalent to a 2:2 degree or higher).
• Experience with electronic schematic capture and PCB design.
• Knowledge of RF design, EMC, and signal integrity.
• Understanding of PCB manufacturing processes.

Personal Skills

• Keen to learn and improve skills.
• Enthusiastic about collaborating with engineers.
• Driven to complete projects to a high standard.
• Innovative problem-solver.
• Self-managing and adaptable.
• Proactive in planning and communication.

Additional Information

You will be involved in the full product development process, designing and supporting a range of systems, working with various partners. Creativity, willingness to learn, and determination are valued.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years.
• 8 bank holidays plus additional leave days.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Sports and social activities.
• On-site nursery (subject to availability).
• Charity leave, free parking, 24/7 gym access, relocation loans.

About HMGCC

We are the UK’s security-focused engineering organization, working with government, academia, and industry to develop innovative security tools and technologies. We invest in our people’s growth and work/life balance.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities or neurodiversity. We offer an Interview Scheme to support eligible candidates.

Application Process

Click ‘apply’ to start your application. We will process applications after the closing date, which may be earlier depending on recruitment needs. For relocating candidates, we offer an interest-free relocation loan of up to £2,500, repayable over 24 months.