Graduate Hardware Design Engineer

TEC Partners Limited; Enfield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

TEC Partners Limited is seeking a Graduate Hardware Design Engineer in Clacton-On-Sea to join the Hardware Design team. This entry role offers hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle, focusing on PCB design, validation, and hardware integration with cross-functional teams.

You will learn through mentorship, work closely with product management, and gain exposure to lab equipment and industry-standard tools like Altium Designer.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related field.
• Experience: Some experience with schematic capture, PCB layout tools (Altium Designer preferred), and lab equipment.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, attention to detail, and good communication within a team environment.
• Mindset: Eager to learn, motivated to grow, and ready to take ownership of your development.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Product Management to understand product specifications and contribute to design ideas
• Design and validate product updates, learning best practices in PCB schematics and layouts using Altium Designer
• Gain hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and spectrum analyzers
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to see how hardware integrates into real products
• Help create and maintain clear technical documentation that supports product development and production
• Support products through their full lifecycle – from early concepts to end-of-life
• Participate in training courses, workshops, and trade shows to expand your knowledge and skills
• Receive mentorship from experienced engineers to develop your technical expertise and career potential

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Lab equipment

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Electronic Engineering degree

Tools

Altium Designer

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Graduate Hardware Design Engineer

Location: Clacton-On-Sea, Essex

Salary: Up to £26,000

Department: Hardware Design

Reporting To: Hardware Design Engineer

Why This Role Is Exciting

Are you a recent graduate passionate about electronics and hardware design? This is your chance to kickstart your career in an environment where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact. As a Graduate Hardware Design Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers on high-performance products, gaining hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle.

You’ll develop practical skills in PCB design, testing, and hardware validation, while building the foundation to progress into a more senior technical role in the future. This role is perfect if you want a supportive environment where your ideas are valued and you’re encouraged to learn every day.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with Product Management to understand product specifications and contribute to design ideas
• Design and validate product updates, learning best practices in PCB schematics and layouts using Altium Designer
• Gain hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and spectrum analyzers
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to see how hardware integrates into real products
• Help create and maintain clear technical documentation that supports product development and production
• Support products through their full lifecycle – from early concepts to end-of-life
• Participate in training courses, workshops, and trade shows to expand your knowledge and skills
• Receive mentorship from experienced engineers to develop your technical expertise and career potential

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related field
• Experience: Some experience with schematic capture, PCB layout tools (Altium Designer preferred), and lab equipment
• Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, attention to detail, and good communication within a team environment
• Mindset: Eager to learn, motivated to grow, and ready to take ownership of your development

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Hands-on Learning: Work on real projects from day one and see your designs come to life
• Mentorship & Development: Learn from experienced engineers and gain a strong foundation for your career
• Team Collaboration: Be part of a supportive, innovative team that values your input
• Career Growth: Opportunities to take on more responsibility and move into senior hardware engineering roles

This role is a fantastic opportunity to launch your electronics engineering career, gain practical skills, and grow within a company that supports your professional development.