Design Engineer

SUMMARY:
Design mission-critical electronic systems in a high-precision engineering environment where innovation, safety, and real-world reliability are non-negotiable. This role suits a hands-on Hardware Engineer who wants to see their designs move from concept to deployment.

POSITION INFO:
This opportunity is with a specialised engineering and technology organisation operating in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment. The business focuses on advanced electronic systems used in industrial and controlled applications, with a strong emphasis on reliability, compliance, and continuous innovation.

As the Development Engineer – Hardware, you will be responsible for designing, enhancing, and supporting electronic products throughout their full lifecycle. This includes circuit and system design, prototyping, testing, industrialisation, and post-deployment support. You will collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and production teams to deliver robust, production-ready solutions that meet strict safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electronic circuits and systems based on detailed technical specifications
• Build, test, and validate prototypes to ensure functionality, performance, and reliability
• Ensure that designs perform reliably in real-world operating environments
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and production teams to enable efficient manufacturing
• Develop production-ready designs aligned to DFM and DFT principles
• Support EMC, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the design process
• Contribute to test equipment design, validation processes, and technical documentation
• Provide post-deployment technical support and resolve field-related issues
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

• Education:
  • BEng (Electronics) / BSc Engineering (Electronics) or equivalent qualification
• Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in electronic product development
  • Proven experience in analog and digital circuit design
  • Strong exposure to embedded systems design and programming
  • Experience in industrialisation and full product lifecycle development
• Skills:
  • Strong hardware–software integration knowledge
  • Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems
  • PCB design experience (Altium Designer highly advantageous)
  • Working knowledge of microcontrollers, FPGAs, DSP, and embedded platforms
  • Familiarity with communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and ethernet)
  • Experience with simulation and analysis tools (LTSpice, PSpice, and MATLAB)
  • Strong understanding of DFM, DFT, EMC/EMI compliance, and industry standards
  • Exposure to RF design principles, antenna integration, and RF layout (advantageous)
  • Comfortable using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and spectrum analysers
  • Familiarity with version control systems (Git and SVN)
• Other Non-Negotiables:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
  • High attention to detail and strong technical documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within teams
  • Adaptable mindset with commitment to continuous learning
  • Able to manage tasks, timelines, and priorities in a structured engineering environment