Hardware Design Engineer

Embedded Hardware Engineer

• Annual Salary: Competitive (Details upon experience)
• Location: Lancaster, UK (Part remote working available)
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an Embedded Hardware Engineer to design and develop innovative hardware systems. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in microcontroller and electronic circuit design.
Day-to-day Of The Role

• Hardware Design & Development:

• Work with the product team to define design requirements.
• Develop schematics and PCB layouts for embedded systems that meet set requirements.
• Select appropriate components and ensure design compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with Software and R&D teams, potentially requiring flexible working hours due to international collaboration.

• Build and test prototypes to validate design concepts and requirements.
• Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and validation of hardware performance.
• Manage compliance testing with appropriate external resources.

• Integrate design with other solutions and back-ends by working closely with hardware/firmware and software engineers.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality assurance teams to ensure robust production designs.
• Support the manufacturing process with test rigs and required test modes.

• Prepare detailed documentation including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory and safety standards (UKCA, CE, etc.).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years\’ experience in hardware design projects, creating circuit applications, PCBs, and products.
• Bachelor\’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field; relevant industry experience also considered.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD).
• Solid understanding of microcontrollers, digital/analog circuit design, and signal integrity.
• Experience with simulation and testing tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

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