Hardware Engineer

Logic recruiting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics recruitment firm is seeking a Hardware Engineer in London. The role includes designing and developing mixed-signal electronics systems, conducting PCB design, and collaborating with engineering teams. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have strong experience in PCB design. This is an onsite position, and applicants must reside in London with permanent status.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree or substantial experience in electrical engineering.
• Excellent understanding of analogue and digital circuit principles.
• Experience with PCB design tools and lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mixed signal electronics systems.
• Conduct PCB design and layout focusing on signal integrity.
• Collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines.

Skills

Mixed-signal design

PCB design lifecycle

Troubleshooting electronics

Hands-on experience with Altium

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Altium

SPICE

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Overview

Hardware Engineer – HQ London – Onsite. Graduates accepted at circa £35k. Mid level - Senior circa £55k+

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mixed signal electronics systems that interface digital and analogue components effectively.
• Translating functional requirements into PCBA implementation
• Conduct PCB design and layout, focusing on signal integrity and optimal routing techniques.
• Generate manufacturing files and auxiliary documentation for PCB fabrication.
• Build prototypes and PCBAs, modify and fix errors when required
• Collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines to integrate mixed-signal solutions into larger systems
• Support supplier identification and engagement for component sourcing

Requirements

• Bachelor''s degree or substantive experience in electrical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, or related fields
• Excellent understanding of both analogue and digital circuit principles, with a focus on mixed-signal design
• Experience full PCB design lifecycle from taking functional specifications to generating manufacturing data.
• Hands-on experience with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium) and simulation software (e.g., SPICE).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex electronics issues.
• Experience utilizing laboratory equipment for testing and validation, such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, and network analysers.
• Familiarity with product life cycle management, from initial design through production and support.
• Experience with miniaturisation and rigid flex PCB design including stackups, bend radius control, impedance in flex, stiffeners and reliability

Nice to have (high speed and digital)

• USB 2.0 High Speed and USB Audio Class 2 is a big plus
• I2S and TDM audio data paths
• Ethernet and audio over IP concepts
• Clocking and jitter management with low phase noise
• Signal integrity and power integrity for high speed interfaces
• Reset, boot and timing strategies across mixed architectures
• Audio over IP experience such as Dante or AVB

Nice to have

• safety awareness including EN 55032, EN 55035 and EN (phone number removed)
• RoHS and REACH and creation of technical files for CE and UKCA
• Design for manufacture and design for assembly with fabricators and contract manufacturers
• Design for test with accessible test points and simple fixtures
• Basic scripted bench testing for repeatable validation
• Please note: Audio over IP experience such as Dante or AVB

How to apply

Please send your cv and apply to this role to Justine at Logic Recruiting Ltd.

Unfortunately, please only apply if you live in London and have permanent status and do not require sponsorship