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Hardware Design Engineer

Babbacombe
3 weeks ago
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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

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