Hardware Design Engineer

Join a developer of the next generation of photonic networks, at their state-of-the-art facility near the South Devon Coast.

We are seeking a Hardware Design Engineer with a strong background in analogue, digital and power supply design.

You will play a key role in designing, simulating, and verifying a wide range of circuits for high-speed optical transceiver products used in cutting edge, optical switching networks for power efficient and performance optimised AI/ML applications.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team to develop optimal solutions across the product architecture and physical design.

Responsibilities:

• Hardware design of mixed signal circuits to control Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs).
  
  
• Perform circuit / layout simulations including signal / power integrity analysis.
  
  
• Develop and execute test plans for hardware validation, integration and verification.
  
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware integration issues at the board and system levels.
  
  
• Documentation and change management of design, build and test specifications.
  
  
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on hardware architecture decisions.
  
  
• Supplier / CEM engagement during hardware design, bring-up and production support.
  
  
• Hands on lab work including practical testing and product validation.
  
  Experience:
  
  You should have at least 5 years hands on experience in design and verification of electronic solutions. Including schematic capture, analog / RF simulation and PCB Layout.
  
  Ideally you will also have experience with lab equipment, such as; spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, VNAs, and signal generators; have proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence); and a familiarity with embedded systems and firmware debugging.
  
  Qualifications:
  
  A Degree (BEng / MEng / PhD) in Electronics Engineering, or equivalent.
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Candidates MUST be eligible to work and live in the UK. Copies of Visa and Passport will be requested.
  
  Candidates MUST be prepared to work onsite 5 days per week.
  
  Salary / Benefits: In addition to a Competitive Salary and the opportunity to work in a state of the art facility near the South Devon coast, my client offers a range of Benefits including Stock Options, 25 days holiday, and relocation assistance.
  
  Skills: Hardware, Hardware Design, PIC, High-Speed Network Interface, RF, Photonics, Optics, PCB Layout, LT Spice, Analogue, Digital, C#, Python.
  
  To Apply Direct: Please send CV to Iona Mulligan