Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer | Colchester | £55,000 - £70,000
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer to join a leading electronics company, developing advanced mixed-signal hardware for real-world applications. This is a hands-on role with full ownership of hardware projects, from concept through to production, allowing you to make a tangible impact while mentoring junior engineers and influencing product direction.
You'll work in a cooperative, cross-functional environment, taking responsibility for complex design challenges and helping shape the future of our hardware products.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and take full ownership of digital and analogue hardware design, including schematics and complex multilayer PCB layouts using Altium Designer
Define product specifications with Product Management and drive designs through development, prototyping, and validation
Debug and verify hardware using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and other lab equipment
Collaborate with software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless system integration
Mentor junior engineers, provide technical guidance, and communicate complex concepts clearly to stakeholders
Solve complex engineering challenges and act as a technical authority across projects
Manage hardware projects from concept to production release while ensuring compliance with safety, EMC, and industry standards
Remain highly hands-on, contributing practically to all aspects of hardware design rather than solely managing
Essential Skills & Experience
Extensive experience in electronic hardware design with strong expertise
Expertise in Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
Strong knowledge of mixed-signal design, high-speed digital circuits, and power management
Hands-on experience with hardware debugging, simulation, and validation tools
Exceptional communicator with strong leadership and mentoring abilities
Experience working in cooperative teams and managing complex projects from concept to production
Desirable Experience
Knowledge of RF design principles
Experience with FPGA or microcontroller-based systems
What's on Offer
Salary up to £70,000
25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy up to 10 additional days)
Life insurance (4x salary) and wellbeing support
Regular company events (including summer festival and Christmas party)
Free tea, coffee, and fresh fruit in the office
Supportive, cooperative working environment with real opportunities to make an impact
Apply Now
If you're a Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer looking to take ownership of innovative projects in a forward-thinking team, apply today.
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