Senior Hardware Engineer

Company: Polytec Personnel Ltd
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Location: Landbeach
Job Description:

Location: Cambridge (CB25)Duration: PermanentHours: 37 hour week, early finish on a Friday, (5-days in the office)Salary: 65,000-85,000 depending on experienceJob Reference: 35992

Polytec are looking for a Senior Hardware Engineer with experience designing ATEX / intrinsically safe products to support the development of next-generation, mission-critical communication systems for our Cambridge based client. This role is suited to a hands-on senior engineer who enjoys taking ownership of complex hardware features and working closely with cross-functional teams. You’ll contribute to the design, development, testing, and certification of professional communication equipment and related accessories.

Responsibilities

* Design and develop hardware for ATEX-certified, intrinsically safe products* Contribute to baseband and microprocessor-based system design* Design efficient, low-power power supplies and supporting circuitry* Support design verification, EMC testing and regulatory compliance* Produce clear engineering documentation* Collaborate with engineers across hardware, software and verification teams

Requirements

* Degree in electronics or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)* Proven experience designing products for ATEX environments* Strong understanding of intrinsic safety principles* Experience with microprocessor-based hardware and common interfaces* Good communication skills and a collaborative approach

Desirable

* EMC / ESD-aware design experience* Audio or RF system exposure* Embedded Linux or board bring-up experience

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!…

Posted: March 25th, 2026