34 electronics design engineer jobs found in Stevenage

We are recruiting for an Electronics Design Engineer (Power Electronics) to join our London-based manufacturing client for a 6-month rolling contract role inside IR35 (through umbrella). As an Electronics Design Engineer (Power Electronics), your overall objective of the role is Design, development, qualification, and documentation of hardware for Power Feeding Equipment (PFE) product. The Electronics Design Engineer (Power Electronics) contributes to the HV side of multidisciplinary PFE engineering teams throughout feasibility, architecture, and detailed design phases, as well as product maintenance and support, while ensuring adherence to industry standards and meeting customer expectations THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT * Degree in electrical/electronic engineering; at least 8 years of experience. * Must have end to end HW product development experience involving complex electronics with deep knowledge and strong hands-on experience in: * Power electronics (DC-DC converters up...

We are recruiting for an Electronics Design Engineer (HV Design) to join our London-based manufacturing client in 6-month rolling contract role inside IR35 (through umbrella). As an Electronics Design Engineer (HV Design), you will be responsible for providing high-voltage (HV) design expertise, including creepage and clearance considerations, as well as validation activities. You will assess and develop solutions for HV clearance challenges at the PFE level and within HV switch designs. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT * Degree in electrical/electronic engineering; at least 8 years of experience. * Must have end to end HW product development experience involving complex electronics with deep knowledge and strong hands-on experience in: * Power electronics (DC-DC converters up to 5kW, HVDC systems). * High-voltage engineering (design, validation, standards compliance). * Thermal/mechanical integration for high-power systems. * Experience in electronics design within a regulated...

Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Production Test Engineer (Electronics) to join them on a contract basis at their site on Stevenage. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the sole British nationality and be eligible to obtain full SC Clearance. 12-month initial contract. £32-£36 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35. Fully onsite in Stevenage.As a Production Test Engineer - Electronics, you will play a vital role in supporting testing and diagnostics of electrical/electronic sub-systems and circuit cards during the production phase of the product lifecycle. You will use your experience to provide technical support to the manufacturing test capability, to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Responsibilities: You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment, carrying out the following: Providing test engineering support...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Principal Thermal Engineer Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.   Hourly Rate: £50.00  Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will likely be onsite 3 days per week. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage onsite interview   Principal Thermal Engineer Job Description: The Mechanical Analysis Group are looking for a Principal Thermal Engineer to join its team in Stevenage. The group consists of over 30 engineers working across a wide spectrum of cutting-edge military systems. Working for an internationally recognised company, you will play a critical role in ensuring that products deliver the necessary performance against key...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.     Experience specifically required: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic Component level fault finding CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. Environmental testing would also be an advantage. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Hourly Rate: £36.00ph (Umbrella).  Time and a quarter Overtime rate for hours worked over 37 hours Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Development...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit an RF Design Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.    This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background working as an RF Designer, Microwave Design Engineer or RF Systems Engineer.  Any previous experience of Advanced Design System (ADS) or Cadence would be great. Hourly Rate: £75ph (Umbrella) Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) RF Design Engineer Job Description: The successful candidate will be the designer for specific RF electronics designs. Interfaces to various stakeholders, such as the Datalink core team, Design Authority and other functional entities will need to be managed effectively to ensure the designs are delivered in a timely manner and will integrate to the other parts of the system Responsibilities: The role is substantially technical and hand on testing and proving is essential....

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Missile Test Architect subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £60.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference)   Hybrid / Remote working: This role is a hybrid role, 1-2 days a week possibly in lab up to 3 in first weeks Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Missile Test Architect Job Description: The department are looking for experienced test equipment engineers that want to use their knowledge in a system/sub system management role. The role includes determining the project test equipment needs, managing the requirements for test equipment and managing the development through delivery and into service. In this role, you will be responsible for the projects test equipment and...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Systems Engineer / Architect subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can either be from the companies Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton office.  This role will be a hybrid position – 3 days per week onsite and 2 days remote.      Hourly Rate: £60 - £85 (Umbrella).      Contract Duration: 6 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Missile Electronic Architect Job Description:   Electrical Architects/Engineers are involved in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: Specifying/determining system electrical requirements interface definitions...

Contract Senior Electronics / Firmware Engineer – Sensor Expertise Rate: £400–£425 per day + VAT IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Location: Greater London (3-4 days on site per week min) Contract Length: 3–6 months, with potential extension We’re working with an innovative technology business at the forefront of advanced sensing solutions, seeking a Senior Electronics / Firmware Engineer to support the development of next-generation products. This is an opportunity to join a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering cutting-edge solutions with real-world impact. In this role, you’ll take ownership of sensor characterisation and optimisation, with a particular focus on humidity and temperature sensing technologies. You’ll play a key part in refining performance, reliability, and integration within sophisticated systems, contributing directly to product development from concept through to validation. This is a hands-on engineering role suited to someone who enjoys...

We are currently seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team working on cutting-edge embedded systems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a complex, real-world product, working across the full lifecycle from development through to deployment. The Role You will be responsible for developing and maintaining embedded software, working closely with hardware teams to deliver robust, high-quality firmware solutions. The role involves a mix of new development, porting existing code, debugging, and system optimisation. Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware * Work with existing codebases, including porting and refactoring * Debug complex issues across software and hardware * Collaborate closely with hardware engineers on system integration * Contribute to architecture decisions and code quality Key Requirements * Strong experience in embedded firmware development *...

Software Engineering Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Software Engineering Manager based in the Farnborough area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Software Engineering Manager—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Lead the day-to-day activities of the software team Plan, design, develop, verify, and integrate the software for the high-altitude, long-endurance Zephyr aircraft. Acting as the technical authority for software, ensuring compliance with safety, performance,...

Test and Validation Engineer Certain Advantage are hiring for a Test and Validation Engineer based in Stamford (5 days per week), with occasional travel to Nottingham on a 12 month contract basis.  We are working with a reputable global organisation that designs and manufactures engines, power systems, and related technologies across automotive, industrial, and energy sectors. Your responsibilities: Manage daily test cell activities for Powertrain (PE + MG) systems, including test setup, execution, and data collection. Execute test requests and develop test procedures for electrical validation of the powertrain system. Work closely with the Power Electronics and Motor design teams to define validation requirements and test plans. Investigate and resolve system or component issues, identify causal mechanisms for failures, recommend corrective actions, and own problem resolution to closure Close the loop between design/simulation data and physical test results through...

Electronics Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for an Electronics Engineer based in the Warwickshire area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that blends British craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation to create luxury vehicles that redefine performance and style. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role. The Role: This role is for an Electronics Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Research, design, development and tests of a variety of electronic equipment and systems. Managing large projects or processes. Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals.The Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Electronics Engineering background through advanced...

Commissioning Engineer - Test Equipment Location: West Midlands  Duration: 6 months (potential extension) Status: Inside IR35 Rate: Up to £60 per hour Start: ASAP Overview - Commissioning Engineer - Test Equipment A Test Systems Commissioning Engineer is required to support a significant programme of new test equipment deployment within a high-technology engineering environment. The role focuses on commissioning complex test machinery used for qualification and production acceptance testing of safety-critical systems. Working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, you will take responsibility for system integration, verification and validation through to operational handover. Key Responsibilities - Commissioning Engineer - Test Equipment Commission complex test systems for use within an engineering production facility Support and technically lead machinery assembly activities performed by technicians and external suppliers Act as the interface between Design...

An exciting new contract opportunity for a Power Electronics Engineer on a 6 months contract, Outside IR35. Power Electronics Engineer: Support and review the design of the DC‑DC conversion stage of an on‑board power electronics module to prototype readiness. Support testing and verification activities on existing prototype hardware, with the understanding that there is limited scope to influence the established architecture. Provide technical guidance to mechanical and PCB design engineers developing an integrated power electronics unit, combining PFC and DC‑DC stages into a compact, robust, and manufacturable solution. Demonstrated hands‑on experience with the bring‑up and verification of high‑voltage power electronics, including: Safe working practices Appropriate control, measurement, and diagnostic techniques Ability to identify, prioritise, and investigate functional issues within complex power electronics systems, driving issues through to resolution. Required Experience:...

Principal Electronics Engineer Southampton or Bristol 6-month contract Paying up to £65p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Overview Primary focus on the design and development of digital processing electronics and support to RF and analogue power circuitry for complex laboratory and aircraft sensor systems. You will work across a range of projects throughout various stages of the product lifecycle, from initial concept development through to early life production and field support. Key Responsibilities: Design and development of mixed-technology electronic designs comprising of one or more Microcontrollers, CPLD and/or FPGA devices interfacing with RF and analogue circuits. Implementation of digital interfaces such as Ethernet, CAN, I2C, SPI and RS422 alongside high-speed optical fibre and Ethernet interfaces. Design and development...

Electronics Engineer – 1540 Role: Electronics Engineer Duration: 6 months Rate: £64.81 per hour Umbrella UK eyes only The Opportunity This Principal Electronics Engineering vacancy presents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop and grow their skills and knowledge within a thriving organisation. In this broad electronic engineering role, you will work across a range of projects throughout various stages of the product lifecycle from initial concept development through to early life production and field support. The role shall be based in either Southampton or Bristol with a primary focus on the design and development of digital processing electronics and support to RF and analogue power circuitry for complex laboratory and aircraft sensor systems. You will be part of the Airborne Communications product development group within the Integrated Sensing & Protection line of business, interacting with partner organisations,...

Location: Stevenage (2-3 days per week onsite) Duration: 6 month initial contract Rate: £60ph UMB (Inside IR35) Candidates must hold, or be eligible to obtain UK SC Clearance. Role details: Our client, operating within the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled PCB Layout Engineer to join their team in Stevenage on a contract basis. This role requires strong expertise in PCB design and layout, contributing to critical projects with high reliability standards. Key Responsibilities: Providing full PCB design layouts based on electronic, mechanical, and environmental requirements Managing library services, technical support, component placement, signal routing, and peer reviews Creating final documentation ensuring compliance with design constraints and prevailing design rules Collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects on time Ensuring the final hardware meets project deliverables and design requirements Adhering...

PCB Layout Engineer 6 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £60ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience of Zuken CR5000 or CR8000? Do you have experience of the design processes and best practices for PCB layout? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the PCB Layout Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Providing full PCB Design Layouts from Electronic, Mechanical and Environmental requirements Provide a design service, which includes Library management, Technical support, Component placement, Signal routing, Peer reviews/checking and the creation of final documentation Ensure designs and hardware are in accordance...

A PCB Layout Engineer is required for a long term contract assignment based in Stevenage. Overview of department: The PCB Layout team are responsible for providing a full PCB Design Layout Service to all Internal Programs. These span all technologies from simple boards to complex multilayer, rigid/flexi-rigid, surface mount, impedance matched, RF etc. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to develop technical skills across our broad range of products. Responsibilities: This role involves providing full PCB Design Layouts from Electronic, Mechanical and Environmental requirements. The PCB Layout Designer will provide a design service, which includes Library management, Technical support, and component placement, signal routing, peer reviews and creation of final documentation. Ensuring designs and hardware are in accordance with requirements and conform to MBDA design rules and processes. It requires close collaboration with all stakeholders (internal and external) from...