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Mark Everitt (Team Leader) in blue shirt having photo taken at Prime Appointments Head office in Witham

Mark Everitt

Team Leader

Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer

£55,000 - £63,000 p/a

Permanent

Colchester, Essex

Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer - Colchester - Up to £63,000

A leading electronics engineering company, based on the outskirts of Colchester, is seeking a Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead complex product development projects, designing, developing, and testing high-performance hardware solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define product specifications with Product Management
  • Lead the design of digital, analogue, and RF hardware using Altium Designer
  • Perform component selection, simulation, and testing
  • Debug and validate hardware using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analysers)
  • Collaborate with mechanical/software teams for integration
  • Manage complex product development projects from concept to production
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical support

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • Proven experience as a Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer with expertise in Altium Designer and PCB layout
  • Strong knowledge of high-speed signal design, RF, and EMI/EMC considerations
  • Hands-on experience with debugging tools and lab equipment
  • Knowledge of FPGA design or microcontroller systems is a plus

Benefits:

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 10 additional days
  • Life insurance (4x annual salary)
  • Free tea, coffee, and fresh fruit

This Senior Electronic Hardware Design Engineer role is ideal for a driven professional looking to take on significant responsibility in a growing team. If you're ready to make an impact in cutting-edge hardware design, apply today!

Date: 10th March 2025

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