Electronics Engineer

Electronics/ Digital Engineer – Inside IR35

Location : Hybrid / any UK office + 2 days a month in Edinburgh

RC Fornax is seeking an Electronics Engineer to join our prime defence customer. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects requiring expertise across both digital and analogue domains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Capture requirements, create schematics, and perform PCB layout using Dx Designer and Expedition (Siemens EDA).
• Conduct circuit simulations and lead design reviews in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Develop and execute design verification tests and produce documentation to support the transition of designs into production.

What You’ll Bring:

Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge:

• A degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electronic Engineering or a related field such as Physics, ideally with a focus on electronic techniques.
• Strong experience with PCB development tools and processes, preferably Siemens EDA.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• High-speed digital circuit design (e.g., LVDS, JESD204, Ethernet).
• FPGA and processor circuit design, including DDR memory and peripheral circuits.
• Analogue design for low-noise signal conditioning, ADCs, and DACs.
• Power supply design with emphasis on low noise, low power, and compact form factors.
• Proficiency in circuit simulation and PCB signal/power integrity analysis.
• Familiarity with DFx principles (cost, testability, manufacturability).
• Experience in system and sub-system integration and debugging.
• Knowledge of Matlab and Simulink is a plus.
• Ability to design solutions that meet quality, safety, reliability, and testability standards.
• Capable of presenting engineering solutions in design and peer reviews.
• Able to manage project tasks with clear deliverables, timelines, and cost constraints.
• Self-sufficient and proactive in completing tasks.
• Willingness to mentor and support junior team members to enhance team capability.