Electronics Hardware Engineer

Sonardyne International Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Northern Ireland is looking for an innovative Electronics Hardware Engineer to join their team. The role focuses on designing cutting-edge subsea technology and includes responsibilities such as developing digital and analogue electronics, ensuring compliance with EMC requirements, and mentoring team members. Candidates should have expertise in electronic design, C programming, and strong collaboration skills. Competitive hourly rate and excellent benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

International business

Exciting projects

Excellent company benefits

Qualifications

• Expertise in analogue and digital electronics design, including simulation and low-power techniques.
• Competence in designing for EMC and understanding standards such as EN60945.
• Strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design digital and analogue electronics focused on low power consumption.
• Ensure all designs meet EMC requirements.
• Lead hardware design reviews and evaluate engineering solutions.

Skills

Analogue electronics design

Digital electronics design

C programming

Leadership skills

Collaboration across teams

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Altium

Job description

Job Overview

Are you an innovative Electronics Hardware Engineer with a passion for developing cutting‑edge subsea technology? Join our Electronic Hardware team and contribute to the design and development of world‑class underwater acoustic systems, data loggers, Doppler velocity logs, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer who thrives in a hands‑on environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design digital (FPGA & MPU) and analogue electronics with a focus on low power consumption and low‑noise performance.
• Ensure all designs meet EMC requirements and contribute to EMC testing and compliance.
• Lead hardware design reviews and evaluate techniques to choose the best engineering solutions.
• Develop embedded C and/or C++ applications for microprocessors.
• Perform hands‑on electronics and embedded software fault‑finding.
• Produce high‑quality documentation to support development and future maintenance.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, tools, and technologies.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering processes.
• Travel as required, including visits to our Plymouth trial site.

Desired Experience & Skills

• Expertise in analogue and digital electronics design, including simulation and low‑power techniques.
• Competence in designing for EMC and understanding standards such as EN60945.
• Competence in Altium for schematic design and basic PCB layout principles.
• Competence in C programming with a basic understanding of C++.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Hands‑on fault‑finding and production support experience.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Degree (2:1 or above) in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Leadership and teamwork skills; expected to mentor colleagues, guide design decisions, and uphold quality standards across engineering and production support.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly rate + international business + 6‑month contract + exciting projects + excellent company benefits.

Location

North London, UK.