Electronic Design Engineer HiFi Audio

Interfacio Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based audio design firm is seeking an Electronics Design Engineer to contribute to the development of consumer audio products. This hands-on role requires proficiency in electronic design with practical experience in audio electronics. The ideal candidate will support schematic design, PCB layout review and collaborate with various teams to ensure high-quality outcomes. If you are passionate about audio and enjoy working within a compact engineering team, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in audio electronics design is essential.
• Exposure to digital-to-analogue conversion and amplifier circuitry is required.
• Solid understanding of analogue audio design principles is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to electronic design of hi-fi systems and product platforms.
• Support schematic design, PCB layout review, and design updates.
• Document designs, test results, and engineering changes clearly.

Skills

Practical hands-on approach

Schematic capture experience

PCB layout review

Ability to test and debug hardware

Understanding of linear power supply design

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering or relevant field

Tools

Altium

Job description

Overview

Our client, a world-renowned UK-based designer and manufacturer of premium high-fidelity products, is seeking an Electronics Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of consumer and lifestyle audio electronics solutions. This is a hands-on engineering role perfect for someone who enjoys working close to the hardware and contributing directly to the development of high-performance audio products.

The successful candidate will work as part of a compact engineering team, contributing to electronic design tasks and leaving their mark on multiple projects across the catalogue. You will bring practical experience working with audio electronics and a genuine interest in hi-fi products and systems. While you do not need to be a dedicated audio enthusiast, you will work closely with the in-house acoustics team and develop an understanding of how electronic design decisions influence the listening experience of the end user.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the electronic design of hi-fi systems and product platforms
• Support schematic design, PCB layout review, and design updates
• Deliver assigned electronics work packages to agreed technical and schedule targets
• Adhere to project briefs and plans including working within the outlined Bill of Materials
• Assist with prototype bring-up, testing, and validation activities
• Work closely with acoustics, software, UI/UX, and product teams during development
• Document designs, test results, and engineering changes clearly and accurately

Required Experience

• Degree in Electronics Engineering or a relevant field
• Practical experience in audio electronics design
• Exposure to digital-to-analogue conversion, preamplifier, or power amplifier circuitry
• Experience with Class AB and/or Class D amplifier designs
• Experience working with digital circuitry including MCUs, clocks, and data interfaces
• Solid understanding of Analogue Audio design principles and architectures
• Understanding of EMC requirements, safety standards and relevant industry standards
• Experience contributing to projects within structured development environments

Required Skills

• Practical, hands-on approach to electronic design and problem solving
• Schematic capture and PCB layout or review experience using Altium or similar tools
• Understanding of linear power supply design fundamentals
• Ability to test, debug, and validate electronic hardware
• Awareness of how hardware design choices interact with software and firmware

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with audio measurements and interpretation of test data
• Design experience of high power Switch Mode Power Suppliers
• Interest in learning and developing engineering best practices

This is a practical engineering role offering the opportunity to work directly on the next generation of high-quality hi-fi products within a heritage, yet forward-thinking UK audio manufacturer. If you enjoy getting hands-on with electronics and contributing as part of a collaborative engineering team, we don’t hesitate to apply!