Associate Electronics PCB Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Shutlanger; 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 innovative engineering team. This exciting role involves designing, building, and testing electronic circuits and printed circuit boards, contributing to cutting-edge security solutions. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, collaborate with talented engineers, and receive comprehensive training to enhance your skills. With a commitment to work-life balance and employee growth, this company offers a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. Join a team that values creativity and problem-solving in a dynamic and rewarding setting.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8 Bank Holidays

Paid overtime

Extensive training opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

On-site nursery

Charity leave

Free parking

24/7 gym access

Relocation loan

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and testing electronic circuits.
• Understanding of product and system design.

Responsibilities

• Designing, building, and testing electronic circuits and PCBs.
• Collaborating on hardware products and security solutions.

Skills

Design and testing of analogue systems

Design and testing of digital systems

Microcontroller-based systems

Problem-solving

Collaboration with engineers

Education

HND in electrical/electronic engineering

Degree in electrical/electronic engineering

Tools

Electronic schematic capture

PCB design software

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 security products.
• Modifying existing designs and collaborating on new product designs.

You will receive training and support to develop in this role, including a training budget for external courses, and time allocated for innovation and research.

More About You

To apply, you should 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, 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 in electronic schematic capture and PCB design.
• Experience with RF design, EMC, and signal integrity.
• Understanding of PCB manufacturing processes.

Your Personal Skills

You should be someone who:

• Is eager to learn and improve skills.
• Enjoys working collaboratively with other engineers.
• Is committed to seeing projects through to completion.
• Enjoys solving challenging problems with innovative solutions.
• Can manage workload and adapt to changing demands.
• Plans for improvements and understands partner needs.

Putting Your Skills to Use

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and document electronic PCB systems to high standards.
• Verify designs through testing and peer reviews.
• Support products and investigate defects.
• Contribute to library parts and project planning.

What We Offer

Benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years.
• 8 Bank Holidays plus additional leave days.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Extensive training opportunities.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Various social and sports societies.
• On-site nursery (subject to availability).
• Charity leave, free parking, 24/7 gym access, relocation loan, and inclusive environment initiatives.

About HMGCC

We are HMGCC, 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 growth and work/life balance.

Equal Opportunities

We promote diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or neurodiversity. We participate in the Offer of Interview Scheme to support fair access.

Apply Now

Click ‘apply’ to discover more. Our team will process your application after the role closes. Note that the closing date may be brought forward depending on recruitment needs.

*Relocation loans of up to £2,500 are available for those moving to the area, repayable over 24 months.