Graduate Hardware Engineer (Summer 2027 Start)

About

Our client offers specialised consultancy and technical solutions across various sectors, emphasizing security and high-performance data processing. They engage with government agencies and technology firms on cutting-edge, impactful projects.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking ambitious and self-motivated graduates to join their team in the summer of 2027. The ideal candidate will possess

• A solid academic background, on track to achieve a high 2:1 or a First in a relevant engineering discipline, or holding a PhD
• Exceptional academic performance, including straight A* or A grades at A-level (or equivalent), particularly in Mathematics and Physics
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge in at least one of the following areas:

FPGA development using VHDL

PCB design and layout

Software development in embedded C/C++.

Key Responsibilities

• Simulate and implement signal, image, or data processing algorithms in VHDL for FPGAs.
• Design PCBs that incorporate FPGAs, SoCs, high-speed network interfaces, and analogue/RF signal filtering.
• Perform schematic capture using OrCAD.
• Manage PCB layout, fabrication, and assembly subcontractors.
• Set up PCBs, including writing test firmware and software
• Develop Linux device drivers for hardware.

Security Requirements

• Candidates must be able to obtain and pass DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance.
• British citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.