At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and layout complex multi-layer PCBs for innovative projects.
- Company: Leading tech firm in Maidenhead with a focus on cutting-edge technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, generous holiday allowance, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Part-time hours available with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on exciting, high-integrity PCB designs.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or related field and experience in PCB design.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 75000 £ per year.
This role offers the opportunity to work on high-integrity, multi-layer PCB designs across a diverse portfolio of cutting-edge projects, ranging from early-stage R&D through to full-scale production.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and layout complex multi-layer PCBs (420 layers) including rigid, flex, and rigid-flex designs
- Support development of analogue, RF, digital, high-speed and power circuits
- Ensure designs meet EMC, signal integrity, and security (e.g. TEMPEST) requirements
- Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and production teams to ensure design integration and manufacturability
- Engage with suppliers to ensure compliance with DFM, DFT, and fabrication standards
- Help support the upskill of hardware engineers
Experience & Skills Required
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
- Proven experience in PCB design and layout of complex, high-density circuits
- Strong knowledge of multi-layer routing, IPC standards, and design constraints
- Experience using industry-standard PCB design tools (e.g. Altium, PADS or similar)
- Understanding of DFM/DFT principles and supplier engagement
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to tight deadlines
Desirable Experience
- Signal integrity or power distribution analysis
- Experience with RF or high-speed digital design
- Familiarity with Gerber/ODB++ data
- Exposure to configuration management tools (e.g. Windchill)
- Schematic capture capability
Security & Eligibility
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC/DV). This typically requires British citizenship and UK residency history.
Benefits
- Annual bonus scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Generous holiday allowance + option to purchase more
- Pension contribution
- Life assurance
- Flexible working arrangements (including early Friday finish)
- Additional flexible benefits package
Part time or full time hours to suit you
Salary: £35000 – £75000/annum
Job Type: Permanent, Part Time
Location: Maidenhead, Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
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Join a forward-thinking company in Maidenhead that values innovation and collaboration, offering PCB Design Engineers the chance to work on high-integrity projects in a supportive environment. With flexible working arrangements, a generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional growth, this role is perfect for those seeking a meaningful career while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. The company also provides competitive benefits, including private medical insurance and an annual bonus scheme, making it an excellent employer for talented engineers.
