Senior PCB Design Engineer (Multi-Layer / High-Speed)
Industry: Defence, Hardware
Location: Berkshire area
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Join a leading defence technology team delivering secure, high-performance electronics for critical applications across cyber, aerospace, and national security.
We are looking for an experienced PCB Design Engineer to take ownership of complex, multi-layer PCB design and layout across a range of advanced programmes.
You will play a key role in delivering high-reliability PCB designs (4–20 layers) for cutting-edge systems, working closely with electronics, mechanical, and manufacturing teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and layout complex multi-layer PCBs (4–20 layers) including rigid, flex and rigid-flex designs
* Deliver high-speed, RF, analogue, digital and power PCB layouts to demanding performance standards
* Apply best practice in PCB design for signal integrity, EMC, and manufacturability (DFM/DFT)
* Define stack-ups, controlled impedance routing, and via structures (blind/buried)
* Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure PCB design meets electrical and physical requirements
* Work with manufacturers to ensure PCB designs are production-ready and optimised
* Incorporate test strategies into PCB layouts without compromising performance
* Maintain and develop PCB CAD libraries (symbols & footprints)
* Support design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement in PCB design processes and tools
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in PCB design, layout and routing of complex electronic assemblies
* Strong track record delivering multi-layer, high-density PCB designs
* Experience designing high-speed, RF, analogue and power PCBs
* Proficiency with industry-standard PCB design tools (e.g. Altium, PADS)
* Solid understanding of signal integrity, EMC, and PCB layout best practices
* Experience working with DFM/DFT and PCB manufacturing processes
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC/DV)