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Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer

Matchtech (Fulfiment)
Rochester
8 months ago
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Job Description


Our client, a reputable organisation in the defence sector, is seeking a Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer for their business unit in Rochester. This contract role sits within Electronic Systems and will be crucial in driving forward key hardware engineering initiatives.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Designing and developing hardware systems, including both digital and analogue electronics technologies.
  • Overseeing the full engineering development lifecycle, from concept through to product certification.
  • Utilising various tools such as Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix or Spice, and Chronology for timing design.
  • Applying signal integrity principles and employing system development tools like Enterprise Architect, Matlab, and Simulink.
  • Managing requirements using tools like DOORS and ensuring compliance with safety-critical system standards.
  • Consulting on cost and schedule constraints to ensure program needs are met.

Job Requirements:
  • Experience with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise.
  • Proficiency in analogue simulation tools, such as Simetrix or Spice.
  • Knowledge of timing design tools like Chronology.
  • Understanding of signal integrity tools and principles.
  • Hands-on experience with system development tools (e.g., Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink).
  • Experience with requirements management tools, such as DOORS.
  • Demonstrated ability to work on safety-critical systems.

Skills:
  • Working knowledge of both digital and analogue electronics technologies.
  • Experience with the full engineering development lifecycle.
  • Ability to understand and work within cost and schedule constraints.
  • Strong engineering judgement across all phases of the engineering lifecycle.
  • Solid understanding of product design and work package control.
  • Proven expertise in digital and/or analogue electronics technologies.


If you are a proactive and experienced hardware engineer with a background in defence, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to contribute to our client's dynamic and innovative team in Rochester.


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