Senior Hardware Engineer

Senior Hardware Engineer - Ashford, Kent Join our client as a Senior Hardware Engineer and contribute to the development of cutting-edge life science and medical products that will have a positive impact on the world. Based at their offices in Ashford, Kent, this is an exceptional opportunity. Key Responsibilities: * Digital/analogue electronics and firmware design of products from concept through to production, with a focus on FPGA and VHDL * System architectural design and concepts * Schematic and board layout using Altium Designer CAD tool * Prototype build, test, and fault-finding * Specification and requirements capture * EMC and electrical safety compliance support * Cost model generation, RoHS analysis, and compilation * Possible oversight of junior engineers Ideal Candidate Profile: * Demonstrable experience in digital and analogue design * Embedded programming expertise in C, FPGA VHDL, and advantageous experience in C++, .NET, C#, Java, or Python * Familiarity with CAD tools, such as Altium, for schematic capture and PCB layout * Some exposure to EMC compliance design techniques and knowledge of safety and EMC standards * Clear and concise report writing with good attention to detail * Ability to work on other system elements, such as thermals and optics * Competency with Microsoft Office products * Willing to take on tasks as deemed necessary for the project * Good presentation and communication skills * Ideally 8+ years of design experience, though exceptional candidates with lower experience will be considered Benefits: * Remote work, 2 days per week * 8% non-contributory pension (You contribute £0) * 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays * Simply Health medical cover * Life insurance * Early finish Fridays * SAYE scheme * Cycle to work scheme Apply now for immediate consideration