Hardware Engineer

Holt Executive
Saint Neots, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 70K

Job location

Saint Neots, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Data Cabling
Distributed Systems
Electrical CAD
Hardware Design
Hardware Testing
Information Technology

Job description

This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of aerospace innovation, contributing to the design and delivery of advanced electrical and electro-mechanical hardware systems in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment. You will play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of electrical hardware solutions for complex simulation systems. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept through to validation and delivery., + Design and develop electrical hardware systems for advanced flight simulators

  • Produce technical specifications, schematics, and electrical designs
  • Develop power distribution systems (single & three-phase), including protection and cable sizing
  • Collaborate with software, systems, and mechanical teams to deliver integrated solutions
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety-critical requirements
  • Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting of hardware systems
  • Support EMC design and testing activities
  • Engage with suppliers for component selection and integration
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation across hardware capabilities
  • Support or mentor junior engineers where appropriate

Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or similar

  • 5-10+ years' experience in electrical hardware design (aerospace, defence, simulation, or similar)

  • Strong experience with: o Electrical design and power distribution systems o Electrical CAD tools (schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts) o EMC principles (grounding, shielding, filtering) o Hardware testing, validation, and troubleshooting

  • Knowledge of BS 7671, Low Voltage Directive, EMC Directive

  • Experience working across the full product lifecycle (concept to production)

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary teams Desirable Experience

  • Chartered Engineer (or working towards)

  • Experience in flight simulation, avionics, or aerospace systems

  • Exposure to computing system integration (rack systems, cooling, data cabling)

  • Background in high-reliability or safety-critical environments

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary + discretionary annual bonus
  • Pension (matched up to 7%)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy/sell)
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Group income protection
  • Employee assistance & wellbeing support (24/7)
  • Retail, travel, and leisure discounts

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