The Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Electronics Design Engineer to join an established engineering and technology business delivering bespoke electronic solutions for a range of OEM customers. This is a hands-on design position focused on technically challenging hardware projects. The successful candidate will take ownership of designs from initial concept through to a proven, manufacturable product, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams. The role will cover the full product lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, circuit design, PCB development, testing, validation and production. This is an ideal opportunity for an engineer who wants to remain technically hands-on, rather than move into a predominantly management-focused position. Key Responsibilities * Own hardware designs from concept through to production * Interpret customer requirements & specifications * Carry out circuit design & component selection * Complete worst-case analysis & simulation * Work closely with PCB layout engineers * Carry out board bring-up, testing & fault finding * Design for manufacture, test & compliance * Support EMC, safety & qualification testing * Produce technical documentation, specifications & test plans * Lead and participate in design reviews * Provide technical input for quotations & proposals * Attend customer technical discussions * Identify and communicate technical risks * Provide technical support and mentor less experienced engineers Key Skills & Experience Essential: Commercial electronics design experience Proven designs taken from concept to production Strong analogue & digital electronics experience Experience with microcontrollers Schematic capture – Altium Strong structured approach to electronics design Confident with laboratory testing, measurement & fault finding Experience working with PCB layout engineers Strong technical writing & documentation skills Experience with FMEA & structured problem solving Experience with approvals & validation Ability to manage project timings Able to work autonomously Eligible to obtain and hold UK Security Clearance (SC) Full UK driving licence Desirable Skills Switched Mode Power Supply design Experience with 8, 16, 32 & 64-bit microprocessors EMC testing & design Programming experience or awareness Version control CAN, Ethernet, RS485 & USB CAN/Ethernet diagnostics Experience working across multiple clients/projects Signal Integrity & Power Integrity knowledge Experience designing to recognised standards/regulations Experience mentoring junior engineers Current or previous UK Security Clearance The Package Competitive salary 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Hybrid/remote working Company pension Free parking Private healthcare following successful probation Life insurance
Senior Electronic Design Engineer in Luton employer: Mansell Recruitment Group
Mansell Recruitment Group is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Highweek, England. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards, and a supportive environment that encourages continuous improvement. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your growth.
