Hardware Design Engineer

Hardware Design Engineer | Up to £50,000 | Colchester area | + Excellent Benefits

We're looking for an experienced Hardware Design Engineer to join a well-established and innovative engineering business in the Colchester area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of electronic hardware development projects, working on a range of products from initial concept through to production. You'll be joining a supportive engineering team where your technical expertise and ideas will make a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing

Designing and developing analogue and digital electronic circuits
Creating schematics and PCB layouts
Leading hardware development projects from concept to production
Selecting components, testing prototypes and debugging electronic circuits
Working closely with software, mechanical and manufacturing teams
Supporting existing products and driving continuous improvements
Producing technical documentation and participating in design reviews

What We're Looking For

Degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent industry experience
Ideally 2–5 years' experience in electronic hardware design
Strong knowledge of analogue and digital circuit design
Experience with PCB design and schematic capture software
Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment
Good problem-solving skills and the ability to manage projects
Experience with Altium Designer or RF circuit design would be advantageous

What's in it for you?

25 days holiday + bank holidays
Holiday buy and sell scheme
Life assurance
Gym/spa membership
Employee Assistance Programme
Training and further education opportunities
Company social events
Friendly team and genuine work-life balance

Interested?

If you're a Hardware Design Engineer looking for a new challenge with excellent benefits and the opportunity to lead exciting design projects, apply today