Senior Hardware Design Engineer

Job DescriptionSenior Hardware Design Engineer - ASIC & High-Speed Systems About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Hardware Design Engineer to join a leading technology organisation specialising in satellite communications, ASICs, high-speed electronics, and advanced communication systems. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-performance electronic systems, leading hardware development from architecture and schematic design through to PCB design, board bring-up, validation, and ASIC characterisation. Key Responsibilities Translate system requirements into detailed hardware specifications and architecture. Design evaluation boards (EVBs) for ASIC validation, characterisation, and system integration. Develop high-speed clock distribution networks and power supply architectures. Design and optimise Power Distribution Networks (PDN), including power integrity, decoupling, transient response, and IR drop analysis. Create schematics using Cadence OrCAD Capture, Allegro, or equivalent EDA tools. Define PCB stack-ups, HDI technology, and multilayer PCB requirements. Collaborate with PCB layout teams and conduct schematic, placement, routing, and layout reviews. Perform signal integrity analysis for critical digital signals. Support prototype bring-up, hardware debugging, validation, and characterisation. Develop test plans, validation procedures, and technical documentation. Troubleshoot hardware issues and support DFM/DFT reviews and production ramp-up. Required Skills & Experience 8+ years of experience in hardware design and development of complex electronic systems. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline. Strong understanding of hardware architecture and system-level design. Proven experience designing EVBs for ASIC validation and characterisation. Experience with high-speed SerDes; data rates of 26.4 Gbps or higher are highly desirable. Knowledge of high-frequency RF analogue design; experience with circuits operating at 10 GHz and above is advantageous. Experience with MCU and microprocessor-based hardware design. Familiarity with UART, I²C, SPI, SDIO, DDR, and Ethernet interfaces. Strong knowledge of clock distribution, power supply design, power sequencing, and high-current power delivery. Experience with power integrity, PDN optimisation, IR drop analysis, and signal integrity. Proficiency with Cadence OrCAD Capture, Allegro, or equivalent PCB design tools. Experience reviewing high-speed, power integrity, and RF PCB layouts. Lab & Debugging Skills Hands-on experience with board bring-up, hardware validation, and debugging, including proficiency with: Oscilloscopes Spectrum analysers Signal analysers Vector Network Analysers (VNA) Power analysers Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills are essential. Why Join? Join a collaborative, innovative engineering team developing advanced technologies that support the future of satellite communications and high-performance electronic systems. You will have the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects, contribute to cutting-edge product development, and make a meaningful impact within a global technology organisation. Apply now to take the next step in your hardware engineering career.