Job Description
Embedded Hardware Engineer
* Annual Salary: Competitive (Details upon experience)
* Location: Lancaster, UK (Part remote working available)
* Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking an Embedded Hardware Engineer to design and develop innovative hardware systems. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in microcontroller and electronic circuit design.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Hardware Design & Development:
o Work with the product team to define design requirements.
o Develop schematics and PCB layouts for embedded systems that meet set requirements.
o Select appropriate components and ensure design compliance with industry standards.
o Collaborate with Software and R&D teams, potentially requiring flexible working hours due to international collaboration.
* Prototyping & Testing:
o Build and test prototypes to validate design concepts and requirements.
o Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and validation of hardware performance.
o Manage compliance testing with appropriate external resources.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration:
o Integrate design with other solutions and back-ends by working closely with hardware/firmware and software engineers.
o Collaborate with manufacturing and quality assurance teams to ensure robust production designs.
o Support the manufacturing process with test rigs and required test modes.
* Documentation & Compliance:
o Prepare detailed documentation including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.
o Ensure designs meet regulatory and safety standards (UKCA, CE, etc.).
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience in hardware design projects, creating circuit applications, PCBs, and products.
* Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field; relevant industry experience also considered.
* Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD).
* Solid understanding of microcontrollers, digital/analog circuit design, and signal integrity.
* Experience with simulation and testing tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.).
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.