PCB Design Engineer – RF/MMW Systems (Cambridge)

Octagon Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Octagon Group is seeking a skilled PCB Layout Engineer based in Cambridge to develop high-quality PCB designs for complex electronic hardware. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on projects involving RF, electronics, and manufacturing processes.

Key responsibilities include converting schematic designs into PCB layouts, generating manufacturing documentation, and supporting continuous design improvements. A degree in Electronics Engineering and experience in PCB design are required.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electronics Engineering.
• Experience taking PCB designs from schematic through to manufacturing release.

Responsibilities

• Own PCB layout activities across complex electronic products and subsystems.
• Convert schematic designs into high quality PCB layouts.
• Develop designs considering thermal performance and EMC compliance.
• Generate fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing documentation packages.
• Support continuous improvement of PCB standards and design processes.
• Work with manufacturing partners to resolve design challenges.
• Assist with prototype builds and PCB investigations.
• Create and validate component libraries, symbols, and footprints.

Skills

PCB layout activities

Signal integrity

Controlled impedance

EMC compliance

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Electronics Engineering

Job description

Octagon Group is seeking a skilled PCB Layout Engineer based in Cambridge to develop high-quality PCB designs for complex electronic hardware. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on projects involving RF, electronics, and manufacturing processes.

Key responsibilities include converting schematic designs into PCB layouts, generating manufacturing documentation, and supporting continuous design improvements. A degree in Electronics Engineering and experience in PCB design are required.