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# Hardware Design Engineer

- **Company:** Redline Group
- **Location:** Holland-on-Sea, UK
- **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £55,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Altium Designer, Digital Electronics, Hardware Design, Schematic Capture, Signal Integrity, Systems Integration, Pcb Layout, Hardware Debugging
- **Published:** June 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/hardware-design-engineer-holland-on-sea-essex/2847219533-2/

## About the Role

* Degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
 * Experience in hardware design and development.
 * Strong understanding of analogue and digital circuit design, including power supplies and signal integrity.
 * Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium Designer desirable).
 * Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
 * Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
 * Knowledge of RF design principles is advantageous.
 * Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and analytical approach.

## Description

Our client, who are a leading electronics manufacturer specialising in high-performance test and measurement solutions, are looking for a Hardware Design Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis.

This role is based on-site in Clacton-on-Sea and offers the opportunity to work on the design and development of advanced electronic products within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering environment.

Key responsibilities of the Hardware Design Engineer job based in Clacton-on-Sea:

 * Work with Product Management to define product specifications and design requirements.
 * Lead the design and development of analogue and digital hardware systems.
 * Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using tools such as Altium Designer.
 * Perform component selection and analysis to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
 * Develop and execute test plans for prototypes and production units.
 * Conduct hardware debugging and validation using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analysers, spectrum analysers).
 * Collaborate with software and mechanical teams to ensure effective system integration.
 * Manage product development projects from concept through to production.
 * Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation and support product lifecycle activities.
 * Support production, sales teams, and customers with technical queries and product issues.
 * Participate in design reviews, continuous improvement activities, and quality audits.


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