PCB Design Engineer – Contract (6 Months, Likely to Extend)
London (Greenwich) | 3 Days On-Site | ASAP Start | Up to £55.00 per hour (Umbrella)
We’re looking for an experienced PCB Design Engineer to support a high-profile engineering programme focused on advanced power feeding equipment for undersea cable systems.
This is a hands-on role within a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering team, where you’ll be delivering complex, multi-layer PCB designs in a fast-paced environment.
You will:
- Translate circuit schematics into detailed PCB layouts using Altium Designer
- Design complex, multi-layer PCBs, including high-speed and power designs
- Optimise layouts for signal integrity, thermal performance, and power distribution
- Produce Gerber files, Bills of Materials, and full fabrication documentation
- Ensure compliance with IPC, IEEE, IEC-62368-1, and DFM/DFT standards
- Collaborate closely with hardware, mechanical, and manufacturing teams
- Support design reviews, troubleshooting, and prototype validation
What We’re Looking For
- Strong, hands-on PCB design experience using Altium Designer (non-negotiable)
- Proven track record delivering complex, multi-layer, high-speed and power PCBs
- Solid understanding of signal integrity, power distribution, and thermal management
- Knowledge of design for manufacturability and testability best practices
- Familiarity with IEC-62368-1 safety standards (creepage and clearance)
- Degree in Electronics / Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Why Join?
- Work on cutting-edge technology enabling global undersea communications
- Be part of a supportive, inclusive engineering team
- Hybrid working model: 3 days on-site
- Initial 6-month contract
If you’re a PCB Design Engineer looking for a contract where you can make a tangible technical impact, we’d be keen to hear from you.
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