Senior Hardware Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Hardware Engineer for automotive innovation focused on driver assistance systems. The successful candidate will lead hardware development, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to pioneering technologies. This role blends engineering expertise with the ability to solve complex issues in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

52 week maternity leave

Competitive pension

Company performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Comprehensive Life Assurance

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience in production hardware development across the V-cycle.
• Strong understanding of electrical sensors and power supply stability.
• Proactive approach to issue investigation and resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and integration of ADAS hardware components.
• Conduct hands-on testing and troubleshooting using lab instruments.
• Support vehicle-level integration and compliance checks.

Skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Signal processing

Hardware validation

Education

Degree in Electronics or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

CANalyser

Digital logic analysers

Job description

Job Description

REQ ID: 129328
JOB TITLE: Senior Hardware Engineer
SALARY: £56,591 - £65,000

POSTING START DATE: 07/07/2025
POSTING END DATE: 21/07/2025
LOCATION: Gaydon

Product Engineering at JLR is centred on innovation and creativity. From advanced driver assistance systems to developing the future of electric propulsion, the opportunities to create exceptional experiences for the future of motoring are wide-ranging. You'll work alongside industry experts to drive product strategy, manage programs, analyse performance, and lead transformation initiatives. Exceptional careers that bring world-renowned vehicles to life start here.

Join JLR as an ADAS Hardware Engineer and play a pivotal role in delivering the next of Assisted and Automated Driving (AAD) and Motion technologies. Working within the Hardware Group, you’ll be responsible for the design, integration, and validation of critical hardware components across multiple vehicle programmes. From collaborating with suppliers to hands-on testing and troubleshooting, this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of automotive innovation. You’ll be part of a dynamic, agile team, contributing to everything from mechanical integration to electronic signal analysis — and helping shape the future of mobility.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Take ownership of hardware development and integration across advanced driver assistance systems.

• Lead the design, validation, and integration of ADAS hardware components across vehicle platforms
• Collaborate with suppliers to review and approve electronic circuit designs, PCB layouts, and mechanical interfaces
• Conduct hands-on testing and troubleshooting using lab instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, CAN tools, and logic analysers
• Support vehicle-level integration, including power supply analysis, signal quality checks, and EMC compliance
• Manage hardware delivery milestones and maintain comprehensive engineering evidence records
• Provide technical support to cross-functional teams, including HIL, systems, and software integration

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Bring your hardware expertise, problem-solving mindset, and collaborative spirit to deliver high-performance systems.

• A degree in Electronics or a related field, with experience in production hardware development across the V-cycle
• Strong understanding of electrical sensors, signal processing, and power supply stability
• Proficiency in using test equipment such as CANalyser, CANape, oscilloscopes, and digital logic analysers
• Experience in hardware validation, systems analysis, and in-circuit test development
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to issue investigation and resolution
• On-site presence 4 days a week and a strong desire to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

THE BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
• Flexible working*

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.