Hybrid Electronics Engineer – Hybrid Micro-Circuits, PCB Design

at Spectrum Control

• Job title: Electronics Engineer – Hybrid Micro-Circuits, PCB Design
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

About the role

• Electronics Engineer designing high-reliability microelectronics and PCB layout for aerospace and defense projects. Involves customer engagement and continuous product improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and layout of PCBAs and thick film hybrid circuits for new and existing products based on customer and internal requirements.
• Use Altium Designer to produce detailed PCB and substrate layouts, wire bonding layouts, and package designs.
• Generate and maintain full drawing packs and associated manufacturing documentation.
• Address design changes, obsolescence, and provide design support throughout the product lifecycle.
• Engage technically with customers and design partners to ensure all designs meet specification and performance requirements.
• Support manufacturing and test departments with design-related issues and troubleshoot as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives to enhance product performance and manufacturability.
• Contribute to new product development projects as the engineering lead for assigned designs.
• Assist document control with layout and part drawings to create or update product documentation.
• Support customer visits and represent engineering during audits or reviews.
• Undertake any other duties as required to maintain and/or improve the efficiency, quality, and service of the engineering team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering (or equivalent qualification/experience).
• Proven experience in electronics design and PCB layout using Altium Designer.
• Strong electronics engineering background, including analogue/digital circuit design.
• Familiarity with PCBA techniques, thick film hybrid technologies, and electronic test methodologies.
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and a methodical, structured approach to work.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Initiative and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• SC clearance or ability to obtain.

Benefits

• Flexible working practices – including a 9-day fortnight, flexitime, and half-day Fridays.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Health cash plan and private healthcare.
• Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution.
• Life assurance (4x annual salary).
• Reward and recognition and discount platforms for retail, leisure, and gym benefits.
• Employee assistance programme offering confidential counselling services.
• Support for further training and education.
• Relocation assistance (up to £8,000) if applicable.