About this role
As an Electronics Design Engineer, you will join our Loughborough team to support our activities within the clean energy and advanced technology sector.
You will be responsible for the design and development of electronic hardware solutions, supporting the delivery of new PCB designs from concept through to release. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will contribute to the creation of innovative products, ensuring designs are robust, manufacturable, and meet project requirements.
Location: LoughboroughOn Site: Full-time Clearance: ClearableExperience Level: Mid-Junior (2-4 years experience)Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop PCB layouts using Altium DesignerSupport the delivery of new PCB designs through the full product development lifecycleCreate and maintain schematic designs, PCB layouts, and associated engineering documentationPerform design reviews and support PCB design validation activitiesCollaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure successful product integrationSupport prototype builds, testing, and debugging activitiesManage engineering changes and maintain accurate design recordsContribute to continuous improvement activities within the electronics development process Required Skills:
Experience designing PCBs using Altium DesignerKnowledge of schematic capture and PCB layout principlesUnderstanding of PCB design for manufacture and assembly (DFM/DFA)Experience producing technical documentation and engineering drawingsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsAbility to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teamsGood communication and organisational skillsRequired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.2–4 years of experience in electronics design or PCB developmentExperience supporting products through design, development, and validation activitiesDesirable Skills:
Experience supporting prototype build and test activitiesFamiliarity with EMC/EMI considerations in PCB designKnowledge of analogue and digital circuit designExperience within clean energy, automotive, aerospace, or advanced technology sectorsUnderstanding of product lifecycle management and engineering change control processes Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.