Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Hockliffe; 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 dynamic engineering team. This full-time position offers the chance to design, develop, and test cutting-edge electronic circuits and printed circuit boards. You will work closely with a product development team on innovative hardware products and security solutions, ensuring high standards in project completion. With a strong commitment to employee growth, this company provides training opportunities and a supportive work environment, making it an exciting place to advance your career in electronics engineering.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8 Bank Holidays

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Training opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

Various social and wellness benefits

Relocation loan options

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 development and modifying existing designs.

Skills

Design and testing of analogue systems

Design and testing of digital systems

Microcontroller-based systems

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Further qualifications in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering

Relevant Degree (2:2 or higher)

Tools

Electronic schematic capture

PCB design

RF design

EMC and signal integrity

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 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.
• Modifying existing designs and collaborating on new product development.
• Receiving training and support, with opportunities for external courses and research.

About You

To apply, 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:

• 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.

Personal Skills

• Keen to learn and improve skills.
• Enthusiastic about teamwork and collaboration.
• Driven to complete projects to high standards.
• Innovative problem-solver.
• Self-managing and adaptable.
• Planning and communication skills.

Using Your Skills

You will:

• 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.
• 8 Bank Holidays plus additional leave days.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Training opportunities, including external courses.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Various social and wellness benefits, including onsite facilities.
• Relocation loan options.

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 encourage applications from all backgrounds. We offer an Interview Scheme to support eligible candidates.

Apply now

Click ‘apply’ to discover more. Our team will process your application after the role closes, with potential early closing depending on recruitment needs.

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