Electronics Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services leader is seeking an Electronics Project Design Engineer to lead the design of cutting-edge electronic systems. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and have significant experience in electronic and PCB design. This role includes managing the project lifecycle and collaborating with clients to deliver innovative solutions. Attractive salary and benefits include competitive pay, career development, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electronic and PCB design.
• Hands-on skills in analogue & digital design.
• Proactive mindset to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of electronic systems including PCBs.
• Own the project lifecycle from quoting to delivery.
• Collaborate with customers to create technical solutions.

Skills

Electronic and PCB design

Analogue & digital design

Project management

STM32, firmware, embedded code

CAD tools (SolidWorks)

Altium

VHDL

Libero

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Altium

Job description

Job Description

Electronics Project Design Engineer

Are you an electronics enthusiast ready to take the lead on innovative, high-impact projects?

Join a forward-thinking team where your designs power real-world solutions—from industrial control systems to advanced test platforms. At Belcan, we don’t just build circuits—we build the future.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the design of cutting-edge electronic systems including PCBs, circuits, and layouts.
• Own the project lifecycle—from quoting and scoping to delivery and support.
• Collaborate directly with customers, translating their needs into technical solutions.
• Design across domains: FPGA, analogue, digital, and embedded systems.
• Ensure compliance with UKCA/CE standards and maintain quality documentation.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and clients, keeping projects on track and risks managed.

What You Bring:

• A degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Proven experience in electronic and PCB design, with a strong grasp of project management.
• Hands-on skills in:
• Analogue & digital design
• STM32, firmware, embedded code
• CAD tools (SolidWorks) and Altium, VHDL, Libero
• A proactive mindset and the ability to juggle multiple projects with ease.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Life assurance and salary sacrifice options
• Career development with training and upskilling opportunities
• Wellbeing support: 24/7 mental health hotline, online GP, virtual physio, gym classes, and nutritional advice
• Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym membership, eye care, financial advice, and savings on shopping, insurance, and entertainment

Why Belcan?

Founded in 1958, Belcan is a global leader in engineering services, trusted by top-tier clients across Aerospace, Defence, Marine, Nuclear, Automotive, and Cyber Security. With over 10,000 professionals in 60+ locations worldwide, we’re big enough to make an impact—and agile enough to make it personal.

Ready to design the future?

If this sounds like your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat.