Hardware Design Engineer

Prime Appointments Ltd; Colchester; Presencial; GBP 45.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Holiday entitlement

Holiday buy/sell

Life assurance

Gym membership

Employee assistance

Training opportunities

Social events

Work-life balance

Descripción de la vacante

Prime Appointments Ltd in the Colchester area is seeking an experienced Hardware Design Engineer to own electronic hardware development projects from concept through to production. You’ll join a supportive team where your technical expertise will drive real improvements.

You’ll design analogue and digital circuits, create schematics and PCB layouts, and lead hardware projects from concept to production, selecting components and testing prototypes.

Formación

• Degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in electronic hardware design is desirable.
• Experience with analogue and digital circuit design and PCB/layout tools.
• Hands-on testing with electronic test equipment.
• Ability to solve problems and manage projects.

Responsabilidades

• Designing and developing analogue and digital electronic circuits.
• Creating schematics and PCB layouts.
• Leading hardware development projects from concept to production.
• Selecting components, testing prototypes and debugging circuits.
• Collaborating with software, mechanical and manufacturing teams.
• Supporting existing products and driving continuous improvements.
• Producing technical documentation and participating in design reviews.

Conocimientos

Analog & digital circuit design

PCB design & schematic capture

Test equipment experience

Problem solving

Project management

RF circuit design

2-5 years experience

Educación

Degree in Electronic Engineering

Herramientas

Altium Designer

Descripción del empleo

Hardware Design Engineer | Up to £50,000 | Colchester area | + Excellent Benefits

We're looking for an experienced Hardware Design Engineer to join a well-established and innovative engineering business in the Colchester area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of electronic hardware development projects, working on a range of products from initial concept through to production. You'll be joining a supportive engineering team where your technical expertise and ideas will make a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing and developing analogue and digital electronic circuits
• Creating schematics and PCB layouts
• Leading hardware development projects from concept to production
• Selecting components, testing prototypes and debugging electronic circuits
• Working closely with software, mechanical and manufacturing teams
• Supporting existing products and driving continuous improvements
• Producing technical documentation and participating in design reviews

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent industry experience
• Ideally 2–5 years' experience in electronic hardware design
• Strong knowledge of analogue and digital circuit design
• Experience with PCB design and schematic capture software
• Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to manage projects
• Experience with Altium Designer or RF circuit design would be advantageous

What's in it for you?

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Life assurance
• Gym/spa membership
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and further education opportunitiesCompany social events
• Friendly team and genuine work-life balance