499 Hardware Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client based in Guildford are looking for candidates who must have a strong academic background typically with a first class degree or PhD in a numerate subject such as physics, engineering or maths. We look for candidates with the aptitude to learn quickly and take on our customers’ most challenging problems. We help our staff develop the skills they need through on-the-job training coupled with readily available support and guidance

The Candidate:

• be self-motivating, capable of working independently
li>have a good (1st/2.1) first degree or a PhD in a numerate discipline
• have a strong academic background typically including A*'s in A-level Maths and Physics
• have strong verbal and written presentation skills
• have knowledge of at least one of the following areas: FPGA development in VHDL
• PCB design and layout
• software development in embedded C/C++.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• simulating and implementing signal, image, or data processing algorithms in VHDL for FPGAs
• designing PCBs using FPGAs, SoCs, high speed network interfaces and analogue/RF signal filtering
• performing schematic capture using OrCAD
• managing PCB layout, fabrication and assembly subcontractors
• setting to work PCBs including writing test firmware and software
• developing Linux device drivers for hardware.

Excellent benefits package.

Background security check will be required before working on site.

Hardware Engineer

Our wireless technology client is seeking an experienced Hardware Engineer. The candidate will oversee the design, development, and testing of hardware platforms and bespoke system components. They will have sole responsibility for the design, supported where necessary by specialist third parties, to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions that customers can then integrate into their chosen device
 

Key Responsibilities

• Schematic capture and PCB layout
li>Creating and reviewing engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation, writing and reviewing design, test, and manufacturing documentation, and maintaining up-to-date records of development and test processes.
• Product verification and validation.
• Support manufacturing and quality control and review manufacturing quality control reports.

Requirements

Essential technical competencies:

• PSU design of DC-DC and linear regulators
• Interfaces (including low-speed such as RS232 & RS4xx, DDR memory systems for embedded applications)
• Radio technologies e.g. Bluetooth, Zigbee, Wi-Fi frontend design
• PCB Layout 
li>Previous experience in design for manufacture;
• Proven experience in design verification, use of lab equipment - oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analysers, radio test sets;
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements

DUE TO COMPANY GROWTH PLANS,OUR CLIENT IS LOOKING FOR A GRADUATE ELECTRONIC HARDWARE DESIGN ENGINEER TO WORK IN A BUSY, DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENT IN OUR OFFICES IN ASH VALE, SURREY.

The role will involve working within the engineering side of the business which will include design and development work, product testing and manufacturing support activities.

You will be working closely with a team of senior engineer and engineering technicians. Although the ability to self-manage is important, the senior engineers will support and mentor a successful candidate to allow them to grow and develop into the role.

Beneficial Technical Skills

• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, skills to be able to write test plans against formal product requirements to allow product compliance to be demonstrated.
• Mechanical assembly skills to be able to assist in the build and development of prototype products and test samples/bespoke test equipment.
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) design principles with the ability to consider EMC during system and sub-assembly design. A basic awareness of RF engineering may be of benefit in this respect although is not expected.

Attributes needed

• Ability to adopt existing design processes/systems and provide input into developing existing processes.
• Ability to work independently, managing own time relative to the project time frames, as part of a dynamic and flexible multi-disciplinary team working of a variety of projects at any one time.
• Be adaptable to work both in a structured, pre-planned, work environment yet be able to effectively switch to reactive tasks, such as production support and failure investigations, when required.
• A successful candidate will be keen to progress and build a successful career from the role.

Core Technical Requirements:

• Relevant 2:1 or higher degree in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent qualification).
• Relevant industry experience either following qualification or as a placement year during education.
• Practical electronics skills, including fine-pitch surface mount soldering and knowledge of general test equipment applications and use.
• Demonstrate an understanding of measurement and data acquisition techniques, to enable the candidate to select and apply appropriate test methods and equipment set ups to perform the required testing activities.
• Experience in prototyping, debugging and functional test of electronic systems.
• Ability to work from preprepared test specification and method to perform black box product testing as part of system qualification.
• Able to clear interpret and present test data to show compliance against a test plan.
• Demonstrate and understanding of analogue and digital components and circuit design theory knowledge to understand electronic assemblies at component level.
• Ability to work from preprepared test specification and method to perform PCB component level testing of sub-assemblies as part of formal product qualification
• Experience working with product specification and product standards such as EN, IEC, BS, Def-Stan and MIL-STD.

Our client based in Guildford are looking for candidates who must have a strong academic background typically with a first class degree or PhD in a numerate subject such as physics, engineering or maths. We look for candidates with the aptitude to learn quickly and take on our customers’ most challenging problems. We help our staff develop the skills they need through on-the-job training coupled with readily available support and guidance

The Candidate:

• be self-motivating, capable of working independently
li>have a good (1st/2.1) first degree or a PhD in a numerate discipline
• have a strong academic background typically including A*'s in A-level Maths and Physics
• have strong verbal and written presentation skills
• have knowledge of at least one of the following areas: FPGA development in VHDL
• PCB design and layout
• software development in embedded C/C++.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• simulating and implementing signal, image, or data processing algorithms in VHDL for FPGAs
• designing PCBs using FPGAs, SoCs, high speed network interfaces and analogue/RF signal filtering
• performing schematic capture using OrCAD
• managing PCB layout, fabrication and assembly subcontractors
• setting to work PCBs including writing test firmware and software
• developing Linux device drivers for hardware.

Excellent benefits package.

Background security check will be required before working on site.

• Expertise in designing mixed-signal circuits integrating analogue and digital components.
• Proven ability to manage the full PCB design lifecycle from concept to manufacturing.
• Proficient in PCB design and simulation tools such as Altium and SPICE.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and validating electronics using advanced lab equipment.
• Experience designing small, reliable, rigid flex PCBs.