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Principal Hardware Engineer
Luton - 90% on site
75ph inside IR35
A leading technology programme is seeking an experienced Principal Hardware Engineer to design and develop hardware and firmware subsystems for advanced electronic systems. This role will be instrumental in shaping high-performance solutions for signal processing, communications, and control applications.
Working closely with a team of experts in a collaborative engineering environment, you'll contribute to the full lifecycle of hardware design - from specification through to integration, verification, and production support.
Key Responsibilities
- Define specifications for Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and ADC/DAC systems.
- Design and develop DSP and mixed-signal systems, including SoC, FPGA, and power conversion.
- Integrate ADC/DAC components within broader digital processing architectures.
- Support verification, debugging, and testing of complex PCBs and VPX-based hardware.
- Engage in model-driven design using MATLAB/Simulink and Mentor design tools.
What We're Looking For
- Strong background in mixed-signal design involving ADCs, DACs, FPGAs, and SoCs.
- Experience in fast digital interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, and JESD204.
- Proficiency in electronic design, verification, and qualification testing.
- Experience with power electronics (AC/DC conversion), PCB design, and component engineering.
- Familiarity with VPX system design and high-performance embedded architectures.
- A methodical and structured approach to electronic hardware development.
- Competence in electronics lab testing tools and techniques.
Qualifications & Requirements
- HNC/HND or Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or equivalent experience.
- Must have been a UK resident for the past 5 years and eligible for SC security clearance.
