Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in security engineering is seeking an Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer. The role involves designing and testing electronic circuits, collaborating on product development, and contributing to innovative solutions. With flexible working hours and a supportive environment, this position offers opportunities for personal growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Training opportunities

Alpha pension scheme

Onsite nursery

Free parking

24/7 gym

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Designing, building, and testing electronic circuits and printed circuit boards.
• Working within a product development team on hardware products.

Skills

Analogue Systems

Digital Systems

Microcontroller Systems

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

PCB Design

Electronic Schematic Capture

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.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing, building, and testing electronic circuits and printed circuit boards.
• Working within a product development team on hardware products and security solutions.
• Creating and maintaining electronic hardware for custom security products for partners domestically and internationally.
• Modifying existing designs and collaborating on new product development.
• Participating in training, external courses, and dedicating time to innovation and research.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

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

Beneficial but not essential:

• Qualifications in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering, or a 2:2 or higher degree.
• Experience in 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 skills.
• Enthusiastic about teamwork and collective knowledge.
• Dedicated to completing projects to high standards.
• Innovative problem solver.
• Self-managing and adaptable.
• Proactive in planning improvements.
• Effective communicator with partners.

Role Expectations

• Participate in full product development lifecycle.
• Design, develop, document, verify, and support electronic PCB systems.
• Support products and investigate defects.
• Contribute to library parts and project planning.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years.
• Additional bank holidays and leave days.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Training opportunities and a training budget.
• Alpha pension scheme.
• Sports & Social Society, onsite nursery, charity leave, free parking, 24/7 gym, relocation loan, and inclusive environment.

About HMGCC

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

We invest in our people’s development and support work/life balance.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We offer an Interview Scheme for eligible candidates.

Application Process

Click ‘apply’ to start your application. Our team will process applications after the closing date, which may be moved forward if needed.

Relocation loans are available for eligible candidates moving to the area.