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# Hardware Engineer - Electrical

- **Company:** Rentokil
- **Location:** Waterlooville, UK
- **Salary:** £60,629.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Altium Designer, Computer Engineering, Firmware, Test Data, Scripting, Hardware Testing
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5848426778

## About the Role

Are you an experienced Hardware Engineer looking to drive hardware innovation on a global scale?, * Project Portfolio Management: Ability to manage complex engineering projects while identifying opportunities for standardization, simplification, and cost optimization.

 * Structured Development: A methodological approach to electronics development, relying on the definition and validation of technical models rather than empirical guesswork.
 * Analytical Problem Solving: Strong ability to generate and interpret technical test data, drawing actionable conclusions.
 * Commercial Acumen: Understanding of product cost structures, manufacturing costs, and the financial considerations required to assess the commercial viability of design initiatives., * BSc/BEng Honours degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronics Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or a similar technical discipline.
 * Proven technical expertise as an Electronics Engineer or Electronics Manager across the entire product lifecycle, specifically with multi-component assembled devices.
 * Hands-on experience with PCB design software, specifically Altium Designer.
 * Experience in electronics manufacturing processes, assembly, and hardware testing.
 * Knowledge of software/scripting languages, such as JavaScript, is highly desirable.
 * Familiarity with regional or international regulatory affairs and compliance.
 * Strong project leadership skills within a matrixed, multi-national organization.

## Description

* Hardware Optimization: Lead root cause analysis and implement design modifications, hardware upgrades, and performance improvements for existing electronic products.
 * Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional change and optimization projects from an electronics design and manufacturing perspective, collaborating with Supply Chain, QA, IT, and Marketing teams.
 * Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the technical release and product approval process for developed and modified products.
 * Firmware & Software: Understand, document, and control the process for firmware and software modifications.
 * Technical Documentation: Maintain technical specifications, product variant packs, and technical files. Capture test data in comprehensive written reports and assess launch readiness and risk mitigation.
 * Supplier Collaboration: Maintain strong technical relationships with external electronics suppliers and manufacturing partners.
 * Quality Assurance: Proactively resolve product quality issues through to Engineering Change Note (ECN) release, working closely with the Validation team to ensure desired results.


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