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Our client, an established and highly respected engineering organisation is seeking a PCB Design Engineer to join a specialist technology team delivering complex solutions across commercial, defence, aerospace, and secure systems programmes.
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 (4–20 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
* Develop and maintain component libraries, footprints, and CAD data
* Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical decision-making
* Estimate design effort and support project delivery to cost and schedule targets
* Contribute to continuous improvement of design tools, processes, and best practices
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