At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative electronic systems from concept to production.
- Company: Dynamic UK-based engineering consultancy with diverse projects.
- Benefits: Hands-on experience, exposure to various industries, and collaborative environment.
- Other info: Ideal for engineers who thrive in fast-paced, project-based settings.
- Why this job: Tackle exciting challenges and see your designs come to life.
- Qualifications: 8-10+ years in electronics design and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Electronics Design Engineer to join a UK-based engineering consultancy delivering bespoke electronic products across a wide range of industries, including other regulated environments.
About the role
This is a hands-on, end-to-end design role where you will be involved in taking products from early concept through to prototype, validation, and manufacture. You’ll be working on a variety of technically challenging projects, often turning customer ideas into fully realised, production-ready electronic systems. If you enjoy working across different technologies and applications rather than being tied to a single long-term product, this could be an excellent fit.
What you’ll be doing:
- Designing analogue and digital electronic systems
- Schematic capture and multi-layer PCB design
- Developing microcontroller-based embedded hardware
- Supporting prototype build, debugging, and verification
- Working closely with firmware and mechanical engineers
- Producing technical design documentation and reports
- Supporting transfer of designs into manufacture
- Occasional direct interaction with customers during requirements and design stages
What we’re looking for:
- 8–10+ years’ experience in electronics / hardware design
- Strong analogue and digital circuit design experience
- Experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools
- Ability to interpret datasheets, protocols, and system requirements
- Strong problem-solving and hands‑on engineering ability
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, project‑based environment
- Communication protocols: SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet
- Power supply / DC-DC / SMPS design
- FPGA / CPLD exposure (not essential)
- EMC testing and failure analysis
- Experience in regulated industries (medical, ATEX, aerospace, defence)
- Design for Manufacture (DFM / DFA)
Why this role?
- Work on a wide variety of technically challenging projects
- See designs through the full product lifecycle
- Real hands‑on engineering (not just specification or oversight)
- Exposure to multiple industries and technologies
- Work closely with experienced engineers across disciplines
- Fast‑paced environment where ideas become real products quickly
- Degree in Electronic Engineering or related discipline
- Right to work in the UK
Who this role suits:
This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy:
- Solving complex design problems
- Working across multiple projects and technologies
- Taking ownership of full product development cycles
- Working in a consultancy/design services environment
Senior Electronic Design Engineer in Livingston employer: Octagon Group
Join a dynamic UK-based engineering consultancy that prides itself on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. As a Senior Electronics Design Engineer, you will have the opportunity to engage in diverse and technically challenging projects, with hands-on involvement from concept to production. The company offers excellent employee growth opportunities, a supportive environment for professional development, and the chance to work alongside experienced engineers across various disciplines, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
