Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading security engineering company seeks an Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer to design and test electronic circuits. The role offers full-time or part-time options, with opportunities for training and career development. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative security solutions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8 Bank Holidays

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Training opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

On-site nursery

Free parking

Access to a free on-site gym

Relocation Loan

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document electronic PCB systems.
• Verify designs through tests and peer reviews.
• Support products and investigate reported defects.

Skills

Design and testing of analogue systems

Design and testing of digital systems

Design and testing of microcontroller-based systems

Product and system design

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Relevant 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 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.

Can you design, build, and test electronic circuits and printed circuit boards?

Keen to build your skills and develop your career in engineering?

You’ll join a product development team, working on hardware products and solutions to protect security. You may not know all the details yet, but you soon will.

You’ll use your technical knowledge and ideas to create and maintain electronic hardware for custom-designed security products to meet the needs of partners at home and overseas.

No two days will be the same; one day you could be modifying an existing design to introduce a new requirement, the next you could be collaborating with a multidisciplinary team on designing the next set of products and systems.

You’ll receive training and support to develop in this role, as well as a training budget for external courses. You’ll also be able to dedicate a portion of your time to innovation and research.

More About You

To apply for this role, you will already have:

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

It would be beneficial if you also have one of the following (although these are not essential):

• Further qualifications in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering, equivalent to or a 2:2 or higher relevant Degree.
• Experience in electronic schematic capture and PCB design.
• Experience of RF design, EMC, and signal integrity.
• A good understanding of PCB manufacturing processes.

Your Personal Skills

You will be the type of person who:

• Is keen to learn and improve both technical and non-technical skills.
• Is enthused by working with other engineers, combining your collective knowledge to produce better results.
• Likes seeing projects through to completion; you have the drive and commitment to finish to a high standard.
• Enjoys the challenge of thinking of innovative solutions to difficult problems.
• Can manage your own workload and adapt to changing demands.
• Puts plans in place to make improvements.
• Works with partners to clearly understand their desired outcomes and expectations.

Putting your skills to use

You’ll be involved in the full product development process, using your skills and experience to create a wide range of designs and systems while working with various partners and engineers. You can be creative, working in your own way towards delivery, with a willingness to learn and a determination to succeed.

Using your diverse skills, you will:

• Design, develop, and document electronic PCB systems to high standards.
• Verify designs by creating and implementing verification tests and peer reviews.
• Support products and investigate reported defects.
• Contribute to library parts creation and management.
• Contribute to project planning and meetings.

What we Offer

Here’s what we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years of service.
• 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to annual leave.
• 2½ additional days leave (set dates throughout the year).
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu. Your salary covers your contracted hours; extra work will be rewarded.
• Training opportunities, from internal courses to distant learning degrees relevant to your career.
• Our Alpha pension scheme, which is competitive.
• Sports & Social Society for various interests.
• On-site nursery (subject to availability).
• Three days paid leave annually to support a registered charity of your choice.
• Free parking.
• 24-hour access to a free on-site gym.
• Relocation Loan*.
• Inclusive environment supported by Affinity Groups for diverse communities.

About HMGCC

We are HMGCC, the UK’s security engineering specialists.

We collaborate with government, academia, private sector, and international partners to develop security tools and technologies, protecting the nation.

We invest in our people through training and career support to help you reach your full potential and enjoy a healthy work/life balance.

For more information, please visit our website.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, identities, orientations, and those with disabilities or neurodiverse conditions.

We value diversity and inclusion, believing it enhances our capabilities and environment.

We offer an Offer of Interview Scheme to eligible candidates, ensuring fair consideration for all applicants meeting minimum criteria. Details are available on our website.

Apply now

Discover more by clicking ‘apply’.

Our recruitment team will process applications after the role closes, and all applicants will receive a response.

Please note, the closing date may be advanced depending on recruitment needs.

*Relocation Loan: Up to £2,500 interest-free, repayable over 24 months, for those relocating and renting a property.