Hardware Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology design company is seeking a Firmware/Hardware Engineer to design and develop both analogue and digital circuits. The role involves programming FPGA functionality and ensuring design verification through testing. Candidates should have a degree in Electronic Engineering and experience with FPGA design, microcontrollers, and relevant communication protocols. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

23 days of holiday per annum

Company pension scheme

8 statutory holidays

Qualifications

• Proven FPGA/SoC design skills, preferably with Xilinx.
• Experience with microcontrollers and communication protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop analogue and digital circuits, including PCB layouts.
• Design FPGA functionality implemented in VHDL.
• Prepare production test specifications and support problem-solving.

Skills

FPGA design skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering

MSc preferred

Tools

Microsoft Visio

KiCad CAD

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

The Firmware/Hardware Engineer designs and develops analogue and digital circuits, programs FPGA functionality, produces all required production documentation, and performs design verification and tests. The position is based out of our facility near Birchwood, Warrington, and reports to the Design & Development Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop both analogue and digital circuits including schematic capture and PCB layouts utilizing high speed/low noise design techniques.
• Design FPGA functionality implemented in VHDL.
• Prepare parts lists and build materials, considering ease of manufacture and cost efficiency.
• Verify designs using simulation and analytical tools.
• Carry out prototype testing and analysis.
• Develop production test specifications and procedures.
• Support production with problem solving.

Experience

• Good balance of theoretical and practical experience.
• Proven FPGA/SoC design skills (Xilinx experience is an advantage).
• Use of simulation and analytical tools to verify design solutions.
• Experience with prototype testing and analysis.
• Development of production test specifications and procedures.
• Experience with microcontrollers.
• Familiarity with basic communication protocols and standards such as RS232, RS485, SPI, I2C, UART.
• Confident use of laboratory equipment for debugging purposes.
• Knowledge of common CE standards.
• Programming in C/C++.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio and KiCad CAD.

Education

• Degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering; MSc preferred.
• Excellent communication skills: clear, confident, and persuasive.
• Results-oriented; self-motivated and focused, with the ability to exert effort over time to achieve goals.
• Critical thinking; strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to work systematically.
• Highly adaptable; quick learner with attention to detail and decision-making under pressure.
• Teamwork; good interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and customers.
• Proficient IT skills, especially with Microsoft Office suite.

Compensation

• Base annual salary: commensurate with experience.
• 23 days of holiday per annum, plus 8 statutory holidays.
• Company pension scheme.

Company Background

Technology Design Ltd (https://www.technologydesign.com/) specializes in designing and manufacturing ultrasonic non-destructive testing (NDT) solutions for industries including nuclear, power generation, offshore oil, gas, petrochemical, aerospace, composites, and rail. Our products incorporate Phased Array, ToFD, and Pulse Echo technologies, tailored for a wide range of applications and supplied worldwide.