Electronics Hardware Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer Location: Gillingham, UK Salary: Circa £60,000 + benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview An established engineering organisation is seeking a Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to join its electronics team. You will work on the development of electronic control systems used in high-volume, safety-critical environments. The role supports both existing products and next-generation technologies.

The Role You will take ownership of electronics hardware design from concept through to validation and production support. Key responsibilities:

• Develop electronic hardware designs for control systems
• Translate requirements into practical design solutions
• Produce schematics, bills of materials, and technical documentation
• Perform worst-case circuit analysis
• Lead and maintain Electrical DFMEA activities
• Support PCB layout teams with ECAD input
• Manage and release design documentation
• Support validation and testing activities
• Work with manufacturing teams to support production
• Prepare technical reports and updates
• Deliver work to cost, quality, and timing targets
• Identify and escalate risks and issues
• Contribute to engineering standards and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in electronics hardware design
• Background in control systems or similar products
• Understanding of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and FMEDA
• Experience with Electrical DFMEA
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Experience with ECAD tools (Mentor Graphics / Xpedition preferred)
• Comfortable working in cross-functional teams
• Good communication skills
• Able to manage deadlines effectively

Salary & Benefits

• Salary circa £60,000
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home after onboarding)
• On-site gym access
• Relocation support available

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
• Friday: 08:00 – 13:00
• 37 hours per week

Additional Information

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
• No visa sponsorship available

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