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Join a developer of the next generation of photonic networks, at their state-of-the-art facility near the South Devon Coast.

We are seeking a Hardware Design Engineer with a strong background in analogue, digital and power supply design.

You will play a key role in designing, simulating, and verifying a wide range of circuits for high-speed optical transceiver products used in cutting edge, optical switching networks for power efficient and performance optimised AI/ML applications.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team to develop optimal solutions across the product architecture and physical design.

Responsibilities:

• Hardware design of mixed signal circuits to control Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs).
• Perform circuit / layout simulations including signal / power integrity analysis.
• Develop and execute test plans for hardware validation, integration and verification.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware integration issues at the board and system levels.
• Documentation and change management of design, build and test specifications.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on hardware architecture decisions.
• Supplier / CEM engagement during hardware design, bring-up and production support.
• Hands on lab work including practical testing and product validation.

Experience:

You should have at least 5 years hands on experience in design and verification of electronic solutions. Including schematic capture, analog / RF simulation and PCB Layout.

Ideally you will also have experience with lab equipment, such as; spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, VNAs, and signal generators; have proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence); and a familiarity with embedded systems and firmware debugging.

Qualifications:

A Degree (BEng / MEng / PhD) in Electronics Engineering, or equivalent.

Additional Information:

Candidates MUST be eligible to work and live in the UK. Copies of Visa and Passport will be requested.

Candidates MUST be prepared to work onsite 5 days per week.

Salary / Benefits: In addition to a Competitive Salary and the opportunity to work in a state of the art facility near the South Devon coast, my client offers a range of Benefits including Stock Options, 25 days holiday, and relocation assistance.

Skills: Hardware, Hardware Design, PIC, High-Speed Network Interface, RF, Photonics, Optics, PCB Layout, LT Spice, Analogue, Digital, C#, Python.

To Apply Direct: Please send CV to Iona Mulligan

Hardware Design Engineer

6 month contract

Based in Stevenage

Offering 50ph Inside IR35

Do you have experience supporting the design, integration, and validation of test system hardware solutions?

Do you have experience in design proving and performance testing during development?

Do you want to work with an industry-leading company?

If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you!

As the Hardware Design Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry.

You will be involved in:

• Prepare specifications & develop designs in line with all quality and technical standards
• Develop proposals for investigations & solutions
• Carry out design appraisals
• Define & specify test approaches; identifying any potential improvements to test/diagnostic processes
• Carry out team planning, risk management, and quality activities in collaboration with the Engineering Project Manager
• Production of documentation to support the in-service use of products
• Support of less experienced team members

Your skillset may include:

• Experience to support the design, integration, and validation of test system hardware solutions
• Knowledge of test needs and techniques in support of product life cycle development
• Experience of Design Proving and performance testing during development
• Experience of Environmental and EMC testing during qualification
• Strong document writing skills associated with Test Equipment hardware design needs
• Experience of managing packages of work

If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!

Hardware Design Engineer

6 month contract

Based in Stevenage

Offering 50ph Inside IR35

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Join a developer of the next generation of photonic networks, at their state-of-the-art facility near the South Devon Coast.

We are seeking a Hardware Design Engineer with a strong background in analogue, digital and power supply design.

You will play a key role in designing, simulating, and verifying a wide range of circuits for high-speed optical transceiver products used in cutting edge, optical switching networks for power efficient and performance optimised AI/ML applications.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team to develop optimal solutions across the product architecture and physical design.

Responsibilities:

• Hardware design of mixed signal circuits to control Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs).
• Perform circuit / layout simulations including signal / power integrity analysis.
• Develop and execute test plans for hardware validation, integration and verification.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware integration issues at the board and system levels.
• Documentation and change management of design, build and test specifications.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on hardware architecture decisions.
• Supplier / CEM engagement during hardware design, bring-up and production support.
• Hands on lab work including practical testing and product validation.

Experience:

You should have at least 5 years hands on experience in design and verification of electronic solutions. Including schematic capture, analog / RF simulation and PCB Layout.

Ideally you will also have experience with lab equipment, such as; spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, VNAs, and signal generators; have proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence); and a familiarity with embedded systems and firmware debugging.

Qualifications:

A Degree (BEng / MEng / PhD) in Electronics Engineering, or equivalent.

Additional Information:

Candidates MUST be eligible to work and live in the UK. Copies of Visa and Passport will be requested.

Candidates MUST be prepared to work onsite 5 days per week.

Salary / Benefits: In addition to a Competitive Salary and the opportunity to work in a state of the art facility near the South Devon coast, my client offers a range of Benefits including Stock Options, 25 days holiday, and relocation assistance.

Skills: Hardware, Hardware Design, PIC, High-Speed Network Interface, RF, Photonics, Optics, PCB Layout, LT Spice, Analogue, Digital, C#, Python.

To Apply Direct: Please send CV to Iona Mulligan

We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
For our team in Warrington involved in Control Systems Framework, we are seeking an experienced Hardware Design Engineer.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ To produce with input and guidance from the engineering design team, engineering design work packages (specifications, drawings, analysis, verification or assessment of engineering) that satisfy the legal and functional requirements along with the associated performance conditions to the agreed time, cost and quality.
+ The technical generation and review of engineering design drawings, mainly in relation to control system cubicles, enclosures, and interface panels. Ascertaining constraints and design impacts from site visits, collaboration with the engineering teams and stakeholders, and the oversight of manufacturing and assembly of such designs to a high-quality level.
+ Provision of associated information such as Power Load and Heat Calculations, electrical instrumentation/interface drawings, I/O Schedules, Hardware Test Specifications, Inspection & Defect Reports, Purchase Order & Material Traceability, Lifetime Quality Records.
**Qualifications - External**
+ HNC or evidence of substantial experience with a high emphasis on EC&I engineering.
+ Significant Experience in the use of AutoCAD.
+ Significant demonstrable experience in EC&I Project Delivery.
+ Experience of the design & delivery of Electrical Enclosures, Control System Panels, Motor Control Centres etc.
+ Competent in the application of CDM Regulations.
+ Competent in the application of IET Wiring Regulations.
+ Experience of space management, panel layouts, cable routing, cable management & cable calculations, and load & heat calculations.
+ Have the ability to work as part of an Integrated Delivery Team, and individually, working within sometimes restrictive time constraints.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Strong interpersonal skills and be able to interact with people at all levels.
**Our Culture:**
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.
We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact Maciej Siembiga ( ?subject=Maciej%20Siembiga) .
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters ( .

We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
For our team in Warrington involved in Control Systems Framework, we are seeking an experienced Hardware Design Engineer.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ To produce with input and guidance from the engineering design team, engineering design work packages (specifications, drawings, analysis, verification or assessment of engineering) that satisfy the legal and functional requirements along with the associated performance conditions to the agreed time, cost and quality.
+ The technical generation and review of engineering design drawings, mainly in relation to control system cubicles, enclosures, and interface panels. Ascertaining constraints and design impacts from site visits, collaboration with the engineering teams and stakeholders, and the oversight of manufacturing and assembly of such designs to a high-quality level.
+ Provision of associated information such as Power Load and Heat Calculations, electrical instrumentation/interface drawings, I/O Schedules, Hardware Test Specifications, Inspection & Defect Reports, Purchase Order & Material Traceability, Lifetime Quality Records.
**Qualifications - External**
+ HNC or evidence of substantial experience with a high emphasis on EC&I engineering.
+ Significant Experience in the use of AutoCAD.
+ Significant demonstrable experience in EC&I Project Delivery.
+ Experience of the design & delivery of Electrical Enclosures, Control System Panels, Motor Control Centres etc.
+ Competent in the application of CDM Regulations.
+ Competent in the application of IET Wiring Regulations.
+ Experience of space management, panel layouts, cable routing, cable management & cable calculations, and load & heat calculations.
+ Have the ability to work as part of an Integrated Delivery Team, and individually, working within sometimes restrictive time constraints.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Strong interpersonal skills and be able to interact with people at all levels.
**Our Culture:**
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.
We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact Maciej Siembiga ( ?subject=Maciej%20Siembiga) .
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters ( .

Electronics and Hardware Design Engineers X 10 Contract: Fixed-Term – 12 Months Clearance Required: British Passport Holders ONLY IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Location: Onsite Luton HQ (Bedfordshire) We are seeking a self-motivated and experienced Electronics and Hardware Design Engineers with a strong emphasis on hardware development and a solid foundation in embedded systems software. The successful candidate will enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and delivering high-quality, reliable electronic solutions. You’ll work on a variety of dynamic projects and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across the business. Key Requirements Degree (or equivalent) in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline Proven experience in hardware design from concept through to production Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Broad knowledge of electronic systems and technologies Skilled in producing high-quality technical documentation and reports Professional communication skills, both written and verbal Adaptable to a range of project types and customer expectations Full UK driving licence (occasional site visits required) Essential Skills Commercial experience in electronic product design Mixed analogue and digital circuit design with microcontrollers Schematic capture (preferably using Altium Designer) Methodical and structured design approach Experience with FMEA and design validation processes Strong documentation and technical writing skills Project planning and time management capabilities Knowledge of compliance, testing, and product approval processes Desirable Skills Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) design Experience with 8, 16, 32, and 64-bit microprocessors Understanding of EMC design considerations Embedded programming experience or strong awareness Familiarity with version control tools Knowledge of communication protocols such as CAN, Ethernet, RS485, USB, and diagnostic systems

Hardware Design Engineer – £70,000 We’re looking for a skilled Hardware Design Engineer to join a client’s innovative team developing market-leading processor-based products with the latest pre-release components. What the role involves: Designing and developing digital hardware and firmware Creating schematics and PCB layouts Supporting design reviews and verification testing Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality hardware solutions What you need: Degree in Electronic Engineering or related field Strong skills in high-speed digital circuit design Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Desirable experience: PC motherboard architecture, FPGA, embedded software, Intel/ARM chipsets Why work with this client? Access to cutting-edge technology before market release Opportunity to influence hardware design processes Attractive benefits including a generous pension, bonus, health insurance, and flexible holidays If you’re passionate about hardware design and ready for your next challenge,

Electronics and Hardware Design Engineers X 10

Contract: Fixed-Term – 12 Months

Clearance Required: British Passport Holders ONLY

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Location: Onsite Luton HQ (Bedfordshire)

We are seeking a self-motivated and experienced Electronics and Hardware Design Engineers with a strong emphasis on hardware development and a solid foundation in embedded systems software. The successful candidate will enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and delivering high-quality, reliable electronic solutions. You’ll work on a variety of dynamic projects and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across the business.

Key Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience in hardware design from concept through to production
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Broad knowledge of electronic systems and technologies
• Skilled in producing high-quality technical documentation and reports
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Adaptable to a range of project types and customer expectations
• Full UK driving licence (occasional site visits required)

Essential Skills

• Commercial experience in electronic product design
• Mixed analogue and digital circuit design with microcontrollers
• Schematic capture (preferably using Altium Designer)
• Methodical and structured design approach
• Experience with FMEA and design validation processes
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Project planning and time management capabilities
• Knowledge of compliance, testing, and product approval processes

Desirable Skills

• Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) design
• Experience with 8, 16, 32, and 64-bit microprocessors
• Understanding of EMC design considerations
• Embedded programming experience or strong awareness
• Familiarity with version control tools
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as CAN, Ethernet, RS485, USB, and diagnostic systems

Hardware Design Engineer – £70,000

We’re looking for a skilled Hardware Design Engineer to join a client’s innovative team developing market-leading processor-based products with the latest pre-release components.

What the role involves:

• Designing and developing digital hardware and firmware
• Creating schematics and PCB layouts
• Supporting design reviews and verification testing
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality hardware solutions

What you need:

• Degree in Electronic Engineering or related field
• Strong skills in high-speed digital circuit design
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Desirable experience: PC motherboard architecture, FPGA, embedded software, Intel/ARM chipsets

Why work with this client?

• Access to cutting-edge technology before market release
• Opportunity to influence hardware design processes
• Attractive benefits including a generous pension, bonus, health insurance, and flexible holidays

If you’re passionate about hardware design and ready for your next challenge,