Senior PCB Design Engineer
Location: South of Cambridge | Hybrid: 3 days onsite
Join a team where exceptional engineering meets real-world impact.
We design cutting-edge products across RF, digital, power and analogue domains for commercial, industrial and defence customers. We're known for high-quality engineering, honest collaboration and technology that drives safer, more sustainable outcomes.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a proactive Senior PCB Design Engineer to turn world-class electronic designs into manufacturable reality. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineers, you'll take full ownership of PCB layout, manufacturability, supplier engagement and release to manufacture. This role goes beyond layout-you'll help shape and advance PCB capability, reporting directly to the Director of Hardware.
What You'll Do
Convert schematics into robust, manufacturable PCB designs
Manage schematic/footprint libraries and generate manufacturing data packs
Maintain and develop supplier relationships across PCB CAD, fabrication and assembly
Negotiate stack-ups, costs and lead times with manufacturers
Own technical delivery of PCB design & manufacture, tracking progress for PMs
Lead internal and external design reviews, ensuring designs meet ISO9001, quality and schedule requirements
What You Bring
A strong track record of PCB design projects; RF/microwave/mm-wave experience highly desirable
Expert user of Altium; familiarity with Siemens PADS a bonus
Solid knowledge of SMT, DFA/DFM, IPC standards and EMI/EMC best practice
Experience working closely with electronics and mechanical teams
Confident communicator able to engage suppliers and influence outcomes
HNC/HND or degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, plus 5+ years in hardware/product development
Offering:
Competitive salary + package aligned to your experience
Clear routes for technical, commercial or managerial progression
Strong support for training and professional development
Friendly, collaborative culture with regular social events
Hybrid working and excellent transport links to Cambridge