Junior Design Engineer

Junior Hardware Engineer

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

We are seeking a Junior or Graduate Hardware Engineer to design and develop innovative hardware systems. This role is ideal for someone who is looking to forge a career 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.
• Prototyping & Testing:
  • 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.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • 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.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  • Prepare detailed documentation including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.
  • Ensure designs meet regulatory and safety standards (UKCA, CE, etc.).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 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).
• 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.