Senior Engineer (Electronics) C0263C Chertsey

Trinity Resource Solutions; Ottershaw; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer with live UK Security Clearance (SC) to design advanced electronic systems. You will collaborate with a dynamic team on MoD projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and delivering high-quality solutions. Enjoy the benefits of an Outside IR35 contract, fantastic daily rates, and a hybrid working model while making a significant impact in defence technology.

Benefits

Fantastic daily rates

Hybrid working model

Long-term contracts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electronics design and development (digital and analogue).
• Solid knowledge of UKCA / CE, EMC, RoHS, and Safety standards.
• Current live UK Security Clearance (SC) – DV eligibility essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop digital & analogue circuits, PCBs, and complete systems.
• Lead projects from initial concept through design, manufacture, and customer acceptance.
• Ensure compliance with CE / UKCA, EMC, RoHS, and Safety standards.

Skills

Electronics design and development

Schematic capture and PCB design tools (OrCAD)

Fault-finding and systems integration

Collaboration and communication

Education

Degree in Electronics, Engineering, or equivalent qualification

Tools

OrCAD

Job description

Senior Electronics Engineer (Live UK SC Clearance) – Defence Technology | Chertsey | Outside IR35

Are you a Senior Electronics Engineer passionate about transforming concepts into cutting‑edge defence solutions? Join a dynamic, innovative design team working on advanced MoD projects that make a real impact.

As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you’ll be the technical expert responsible for designing digital and analogue circuits, PCBs, and complex systems, ensuring seamless integration, compliance, and delivery of trusted solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop digital & analogue circuits, PCBs, and complete systems
• Lead projects from initial concept through design, manufacture, and customer acceptance
• Drive systems integration and hands‑on fault finding to ensure robust performance
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, including test houses
• Ensure compliance with CE / UKCA, EMC, RoHS, and Safety standards
• Prepare detailed technical documentation : schematics, BOMs, change notes
• Present at design reviews and support technical discussions confidently

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in electronics design and development (digital and analogue)
• Proficiency with OrCAD or similar schematic capture and PCB design tools
• Solid knowledge of legislative compliance : UKCA / CE, EMC, RoHS, and Safety standards
• Strong hands‑on skills with excellent fault‑finding and systems integration expertise
• Degree in Electronics, Engineering, or equivalent qualification
• Current live UK Security Clearance (SC) – DV eligibility essential
• Experience working with MoD customers and defence equipment standards (Sonar experience is a strong advantage)
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Why Join Us?

• Outside IR35 contract – control your working style and financials
• Fantastic daily rates reflecting your expertise
• Hybrid working model with onsite presence required in Chertsey
• Long‑term contracts offering stability and career progression
• Work on pioneering defence technology making a real difference

If you have live UK SC clearance and are ready to power the next generation of defence electronics, apply today to take your career to the next level