Hardware and Electronics Engineer
Location: Bristol
Clearance Requirement: Must be eligible for DV clearance (British Citizen, UK residency for the last 10 years)
Overview
Are you passionate about building hardware from the ground up? This hands-on role involves designing and prototyping custom electronic devices that support real-world operations. You’ll work closely with embedded developers and end-users to take projects from schematic to functional product, including PCB design, wireless module integration, enclosure fabrication, and testing.
What You’ll Do
* Design and build custom circuits using COTS modules and discrete components
* Create PCB layouts using tools like Altium or EasyEDA
* Integrate wireless technologies (RF, GPS, GSM, Bluetooth, UWB)
* Design and 3D print enclosures for your hardware
* Assemble and test prototypes, including soldering (SMD and through-hole)
* Collaborate with embedded software developers to ensure full system integration
* Document builds, iterations, and configurations
* Support on-site integration, testing, and refinement with end-users
What You’ll Bring
Essential:
* Hands-on experience designing and assembling electronics
* Proficiency in PCB layout tools and soldering
* Familiarity with wireless communication modules (RF, GPS, Bluetooth, etc.)
* Exposure to microcontroller platforms (e.g., Arduino, ESP32, STM32)
* Skilled with lab tools: multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers
* Ability to rapidly build and iterate on functional prototypes
* Knowledge of mechanical enclosure design and 3D printing
Desirable:
* Experience producing small runs of PCB prototypes
* Understanding of power management in battery-operated or low-power devices
* Awareness of EMI/EMC considerations in hardware design
* Experience supporting field testing or operational deployment
* Interest in DIY/maker electronics projects
Education & Qualifications
* Degree or HND in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar
* Relevant personal or project-based experience is highly valued, including hobbyist work