Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer, where you will design and test innovative electronic circuits and PCBs. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on product development within a collaborative team. You will have the opportunity to enhance your skills through extensive training and support while contributing to cutting-edge security solutions. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and a range of benefits that promote work-life balance and career growth. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Competitive pension scheme

Onsite nursery

Gym access

Extensive training opportunities

Relocation support

Social activities

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.
• Collaborating on new product/system designs and modifying existing designs.

Skills

Design and testing of analogue systems

Design and testing of digital systems

Microcontroller-based systems

Teamwork and problem-solving

Project management

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Relevant degree (2:2 or higher)

Tools

Electronic schematic capture

PCB design

RF design

EMC and signal integrity knowledge

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-designed security products to meet partner needs.
• Modifying existing designs and collaborating on new product/system designs.
• Receiving training and support for professional development, including external courses and research opportunities.

More About You

To qualify, you should have:

• 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.

Beneficial but not essential qualifications include:

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

Your Personal Skills

• Keen to learn and improve technical and non-technical skills.
• Enthusiastic about teamwork and collective problem-solving.
• Driven to complete projects to a high standard and find innovative solutions.
• Ability to manage workload and adapt to changing demands.
• Proactive in planning and understanding client needs.

Putting Your Skills to Use

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

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years.
• Additional bank holidays and set days off.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Extensive training opportunities and a supportive environment for career growth.
• Competitive pension scheme, social activities, onsite nursery, gym, 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.

We invest in our people’s growth and work/life balance, fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity.

Visit our website to learn more and see if we’re right for you.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or neurodiversity. We offer an Interview Scheme to support eligible candidates. More details are available on our website.

Apply now

Click ‘apply’ to start your application. Our team will review all applications after the closing date, which may be earlier if necessary.

Relocation support includes an interest-free loan of up to £2,500, repayable over 24 months.