Senior Electronics Design Engineer (PCB Design) - Life Sciences

Vulcain Engineering - UK; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption/

Employee Referral Scheme

Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Training & Development

Travel Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Vulcain Engineering UK is seeking a Senior Electronics Design Engineer (PCB Design) to lead the development of PCB-based electronic systems for life sciences and pharmaceutical projects. You will drive concept-to-prototype activities, work with external partners, and ensure designs meet regulatory requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in circuit and PCB design, component selection, power calculations, and collaboration with manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electronic circuit design and PCB-based product development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead PCB development projects from concept to manufacture.
• Experience delivering PCB designs through prototype, testing, validation and release.
• Strong knowledge of component selection, circuit analysis and power calculations.
• Experience collaborating with PCB manufacturers and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of PCB-based electronic systems from concept to prototype.
• Develop electronic circuit designs, including components and layouts.
• Assess PCB architecture to meet project requirements and manufacturability.
• Coordinate with manufacturers to optimize designs for production.
• Define and execute verification and testing to meet project standards in regulated environments.
• Support product compliance with IEC, CE, and related certifications.

Skills

PCB Design

Circuit Design

Power calculations

Vendor management

Regulated environment

English communication

Tools

ECAD tools

PCB CAD tools

Job description

Vulcain Engineering, an international engineering consultancy, supports global industrial leaders in their transition to a more responsible and sustainable future. We support our customers in the design, construction, commissioning and operation of their complex infrastructure projects that will shape the world of tomorrow. With operations in 17 countries and employing over 6,000 staff worldwide, our business responds to the needs of our clients by delivering high-value engineering expertise tailored to our clients’ most complex challenges.

In the UK, we have a key focus in supporting ground-breaking major projects across nuclear, energy, and a variety of highly regulated industrial programmes.

The Position: Senior Electronics Design Engineer (PCB Design)

We are supporting the delivery of complex engineering solutions across life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors, and are currently looking to expand the technical team. We're therefore looking for an experienced Senior Electronics Design Engineer (PCB Design) to join our team to provide specialist electronic hardware and PCB design expertise in support of a major life sciences and pharmaceutical project.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Senior Electronics Design Engineer will include:

• Lead the design and development of PCB-based electronic systems from concept through to verified prototype.
• Develop electronic circuit designs, including component selection, power calculations, and schematic creation.
• Propose and evaluate PCB architecture and design concepts to meet project and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with PCB design and manufacturing partners to assess technical feasibility and optimise designs for manufacture.
• Manage external PCB design and manufacturing partners, ensuring prototype development, technical compliance and on-time delivery.
• Define and execute verification and testing activities to demonstrate compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Support product compliance activities, ensuring designs meet applicable regulations and standards, including CE, IEC and other relevant certifications.
• Participate in risk assessments and contribute to requirements traceability, verification and validation activities within a regulated environment.

Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit, and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:

• Extensive experience in electronic circuit design and PCB-based product development.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead PCB development projects from concept generation through design verification and manufacture.
• Experience delivering PCB designs through prototype manufacture, testing, validation and final release.
• Strong knowledge of electronic component selection, circuit analysis and power calculations.
• Experience working directly with PCB manufacturers and external development partners, including design reviews and production oversight.
• Good understanding of PCB prototype development, assembly, testing and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations such as IEC 61010, IEC 60204-1, IEC 61326-1, RED, CE and other product certification requirements.
• Experience working within regulated environments, ideally pharmaceutical, medical device, life sciences or other regulated industries.
• Experience of GAMP5, validation processes, or other regulated product development methodologies.
• Strong communication skills in English and the ability to work closely with cross-functional stakeholders, suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Reside locally to Portsmouth or be prepared to relocate, as this permanent role does not include travel expense coverage.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis, depending on role criticality and project needs. Many of our UK projects require high-level security clearance, meaning we can often only consider candidates with an existing, indefinite right to work in the UK. Exceptionally, we may consider visa sponsorship for applicants with niche experience aligned to our core work.

We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the ability to swap bank holidays for cultural or religious celebrations
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Neonatal Care Leave
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training & Development, including additional qualifications and accreditations relevant to your role
• Travel Insurance – for both business and personal travel
• Employee Assistance Programme

At Vulcain Engineering, we offer more than just a job, we offer a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth and development. You'll be part of a talented team of professionals working on exciting and meaningful projects and making a real impact across highly regulated industries including life sciences, pharmaceuticals, energy and nuclear.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents are valued, and your contributions are recognised.

Vulcain Engineering UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

We appreciate every application. However, due to the volume we receive, we’re only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted for this role or who may be a strong fit for future opportunities.