Job Description
This leading deep-tech company is looking for a Senior Hardware Engineer to develop next-generation sensing and imaging technologies. The role involves designing and optimizing cutting-edge hardware solutions for a variety of impactful applications.
This role will be a mix of research and commercial project delivery. You'll have support, collaboration, and resources from top-tier universities and the existing high-performing R&D team. With new projects and funding secured, they are seeking a senior engineer to play a key role in developing internal electronics design capabilities.
Key Activities
* Electronic hardware design – from concept through to production, including schematic capture and PCB layout
* Develop high-performance embedded systems, integrating microprocessors, microcontrollers, and high-speed communication interfaces
* Engineer low-power, high-efficiency power supply systems for mobile and industrial applications
* Design for EMC compliance, ensuring manufacturing and test readiness (DFM & DFT best practices)
* Hardware prototyping, debugging, and verification, performing risk assessments (DFMEA)
* Work closely with firmware and software engineers to define test requirements and system-level integration
* Collaborate with stakeholders and customers, refining product specifications and engaging in pilot testing
* Contribute to agile R&D innovation, working within a SCRUM framework, with the potential to grow into a SCRUM Master role
Essential Skills & Experience
🔹 Extensive hands-on experience in electronics design, from PCB layout to full product development
🔹 Strong understanding of microprocessor and microcontroller-based systems, including communication interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Profibus)
🔹 Expertise in high-speed digital design, integrating memory subsystems (DDR, NAND, eMMC)
🔹 Deep knowledge of EMC principles, compliance testing, and regulatory standards
🔹 Experience in power supply design for low-power, mobile, and high-performance environments
🔹 Familiarity with hardware risk assessment and mitigation techniques (DFMEA)
🔹 Comfortable working in a SCRUM-driven R&D environment, collaborating across disciplines
What’s in It for You?
🌟 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays, with service-based increments)
🌟 Flexible working options – hybrid/remote days available
🌟 Modern R&D workspace with free on-site parking
🌟 Pension scheme & healthcare options
🌟 Cycle to Work Scheme
🌟 Performance-based share options
🌟 Team-building initiatives – company-sponsored activities and events
Apply today for more details.