A Senior Hardware Design Engineer is sought to join an innovative engineering team in Essex, responsible or leading projects designing, developing, and testing hardware solutions that contribute to our range of high-performance products.
The Senior Hardware Design Engineer, Essex, will lead technical excellence in the field, guiding design and validation practices and mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with senior engineers across hardware, software, mechanical and test domains. You’ll draw on deep engineering expertise, production methodologies, and supplier processes to ensure robust, high-performance product development. Responsibilities include:
Work with Product Management to define product and design specifications.
Lead in the design and development of digital, analogue, and RF hardware products, providing support to junior engineers.
Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer.
Perform component selection, simulation, and analysis to ensure optimal performance.
Develop and execute test plans for prototypes and final products.
Conduct debugging and validation using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and spectrum analysers.
Collaborate with mechanical, software, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure efficient hardware/software integration and delivery.
The Senior Hardware Design Engineer, Essex, will have the following key skills:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
Proven experience in hardware design and development with proficiency in Altium Designer.
Expertise in high-speed signal design, RF, power management, and EMI/EMC considerations.
Strong debugging skills with hands-on experience using lab equipment.
Knowledge of FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog) or microcontroller-based systems, with an understanding of embedded software development.
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Our client, a leading designer and manufacturer of life safety technology, are looking for an Electronics Engineer to join their team in Cambridge on a permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on the design and development of high-reliability electronic products, taking ownership of projects throughout the full product lifecycle, from concept and prototyping through to certification and production.
Key responsibilities of the Electronics Engineer job based in Cambridge:
Design and develop analogue, mixed-signal and embedded electronic circuits for innovative products.
Perform circuit simulation, schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer.
Develop prototypes, proof-of-concept designs and support board bring-up activities.
Define and execute design verification and validation (V&V) plans, including testing and performance validation.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and work closely with manufacturing partners.
Contribute to product architecture, design reviews and cost optimisation initiatives.
Investigate product failures, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Support compliance and certification activities, preparing technical documentation where required.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including software, mechanical, manufacturing and compliance engineers.
Experience required for the Electronics Engineer job based in Cambridge:
Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Experience in an electronics design and development environment.
Strong practical experience in analogue and mixed-signal electronic circuit design.
Proficiency with PCB design tools, ideally Altium Designer.
Experience in electronic prototyping, testing and debugging.
Good understanding of the complete electronic product development lifecycle.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
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Medical Devices Consultant – Senior Mechanical Engineer – Cambridge
Due to the growth of a leading Medical Devices organisation, we are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Project Manager, Medical Devices Inventor, or Mechanical Design Consultant for a newly approved role. The company is based in Cambridge and boasts some of the most impressive labs globally, which they are currently enhancing even further.
You will collaborate with other experts in Medical Devices who have backgrounds in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electronics Design, Electronics Engineering, Physical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, and various other skills essential for inventing Medical Technology. Consequently, teamwork will be crucial.
In this role, you will lead projects, necessitating experience as a consultant, project manager, or another role involving interactions with third parties. Additionally, you will apply your skills hands-on, directly contributing to the development of new Medical Devices.
We require several years of experience in Mechanical Design of Medical Devices. Familiarity with any 3D CAD tool is acceptable, as we understand that you can be trained on the necessary tools when required. However, knowledge of SolidWorks would be advantageous.
Most individuals in similar roles hold a degree in a Mechanical Engineering field, but experience takes precedence.
In terms of experience, we welcome candidates ranging from those stepping up to a Senior Mechanical Engineer role to individuals with several years of experience as a Medical Devices Consultant or Senior Mechanical Engineer.
This organisation has an outstanding track record of fostering continuous learning to keep you at the forefront of the Medical Devices sector. Consequently, opportunities for career and skills development are always available.
In addition to these benefits, you will receive an excellent salary (commensurate with your level of experience), a substantial bonus, a generous pension plan, healthcare coverage, complimentary meals throughout the day, life assurance, access to social clubs, wellness programs, an onsite gym, and other exceptional perks that are not commonly offered by most companies.
We anticipate substantial interest in this role, so if you are interested, we recommend submitting your application promptly. The organisation is open to candidates with varying levels of experience. If you possess some of the required skills but not all, it may still be worth applying as training could be provided (though you must have industry experience as a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Designer for Medical Devices as a minimum).
For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, at +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, you can submit an application, and a member of our team at Newton Colmore will contact you.
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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.
Experience required for the Hardware Design Engineer job based in Clacton-on-Sea:
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.
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A Graduate Hardware Design Engineer is sought to join an innovative engineering team in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, contributing to the design, development and validation of high-performance electronic hardware products.
The Graduate Hardware Design Engineer, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, will be expected to develop your understanding in the field, learning from peers and senior engineers in technical areas and industry best practices. This will include gaining experience across the full hardware product lifecycle, from concept through to production.
Responsibilities include:
Supporting the design and development of electronic hardware
Creating schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer
Testing, debugging and validating prototype and production hardware
Using laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes and digital multimeters
Producing technical documentation and supporting product lifecycle activities
Collaborating with software, mechanical, test and manufacturing teams
Providing technical support for production and customers where required
The Graduate Hardware Design Engineer, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, will have the following key skills:
Degree in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline
Knowledge of schematic capture and PCB design
Experience using electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters
Understanding of electronic circuit design and hardware debugging
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated individual who would like to join a progressing company. This role is based within an established quality control department, therefore, a strong team player attitude is essential.
Duties and responsibilities:
Shall be fully committed to the achievement of company policies and objectives with special respect to quality and safety
To undertake reasonable instructions and tasks from senior personnel, commensurate with the nature of the job and in the best interests of the company
Administration responsibilities (training towards):
Shall be fully committed to the achievement of company policies and objectives with special respect to quality and safety
To assist the Quality Control Manager to ensure that all required certifications are available by the dispatch date
Responsible for the preservation of stock levels and associated standard documentation
To assist in documentation requirements of the quality system
Inspection responsibilities (training towards):
Being responsible for ensuring goods inwards material is adequately inspected prior to release to stores / production, i.e., dimensional, visual, material traceability, etc., within reasonable time restraints
Being responsible for in-process inspection of products and completing inspection route cards
Witnessing pressure tests carried out in-house and compiling certificates
Being responsible for ensuring that non-conforming material is identified and quarantined, with supporting NCRs being issued to the relevant department / suppliers
Being responsible for carrying out the final inspection of products, identifying and issuing final release notes
Carrying out inspections at sub-suppliers, as instructed by the Quality Control Manager or the Quality Assurance and HSE Manager
Being responsible for in-process inspection
Stores responsibilities (training towards):
Responsible for receiving incoming goods and materials into the company and raising the necessary documentation prior to release to stores / production
Responsible for maintaining all storage areas and preservation of stored materials / goods
Responsible for the positive identification of all stored material and goods within the storage areas
To ensure that material heat numbers, etc., are recorded on applicable route cards
Responsible for the maintenance of the stores to a company standard and acceptable level of tidiness, and in line with health & safety at Barton Firtop sites
Responsible for the movement of stock between all Barton Firtop storage areas
Responsible for issuing material / goods out of storage areas and maintaining accurate records
Responsible for issuing standard stock equipment, as directed by the standard files procedure
Responsible for packing, preparation and dispatch of standard stock items, as required
To ensure that all material leaving the company is documented
Training:You will be required to attend Advance 1 Campus, Dudley College, DY1 4AD, 1 day per week week in term time only.
Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship you will receive a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician HNC - Mechanical Pathway qualification
You will be assigned an assessor who will visit you in the workplace every 6-8 weeks to support you on your apprenticeship
Training Outcome:Barton Firtop is seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, detail-oriented individual to join the QC / stores department. This role will involve supporting quality control and stores alongside other departments, such as production, with responsibilities expanding as the candidate progresses through their training.
The role will involve assisting in the development and implementation of the quality control and stores departments. The successful candidate will also contribute to technical documentation, on-site and off-site inspections, and client liaison, whilst having a hands-on based role.Employer Description:Barton Firtop Engineering is a competitive designer, manufacturer, and supplier of Strainers, Filters, Separators, Coalescers, and Flame Arresters, predominantly serving the Oil & Gas Industry. We specialise in product design and project management, ensuring on-time delivery of strainer and filtration equipment that meets complex specifications for materials, manufacturing, NDE, documentation, and Quality Control.
Our in-house expertise includes advanced 3D Modelling, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), enabling us to design and certify to ASME VIII, Division 1 and PD5500 pressure vessel codes. We offer both fabricated and highly competitive cast designs.
Barton Firtop operates a custom-built manufacturing plant in Worcestershire (UK), which includes a pipework/vessel fabrication division. Additionally, we wholly own a competitive manufacturing facility in Goa, India, which supplies fully machined and tested cast products sourced from high-quality ISO-approved foundries. Barton Firtop India has been a trusted supplier to worldwide projects via our UK head office for over 20 years.
Please note that Barton Firtop reserves the right to bring forward the closing date of any job vacancy if a suitable number of quality applications are received from which to make a shortlist. Therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible rather than waiting until the published closing date.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 7.00am - 3.30pm. We operate a flexi-time policy to enable employees to choose their preferred working pattern, i.e. start / end times of their working day, within timeframes set by the company and agreed by line managers.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative,Proficient with Microsoft,Professional Presentation,Flexible,Reliability,Work to deadlines....Read more...
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated individual who would like to join a progressing company. This role is based within an established QA / HSE department, therefore, a strong team player attitude is essential.
Duties and responsibilities:
Shall be fully committed to the achievement of the company policies and objectives with attention to quality, health and safety, environmental and energy management systems
QHSE Calibration - assist the QHSE Engineer in ensuring measuring equipment is maintained and calibrated c/w identification of calibration status and maintain records for verification
QHSE Documentation - in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager, shall review all in-house QHSE procedures to ensure they continue to meet company objectives
Shall assist in documentation requirements of the quality system, e.g., preparation of quality plans, MDB indexes, NDT procedures and working procedures (initially mainly non-project), etc
Shall be responsible for revising QA / HSE documentation in line with client comments and by liaising with the QA / HSE Manager and/or the HSE Manager
Shall assist with preparation of Manufacturing Data Dossier Books in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager or HSE Manager
Shall assist the QA / HSE Manager in reviewing and approving sub-supplier Welding and NDE documentation, including but not limited to WPS’s, PQR’s, MPI, DPI, Radiography and Welder Qualifications etc., in a timely manner
COSHH - Shall review all MSDS received and carry out COSHH assessments using the COSHH database, and subsequently issue these to appropriate employees, in conjunction with the HSE Manager
Will support both internal and external QHSE audits, when given instruction to do so
Shall be responsible for maintaining QHSEEn records in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager
Shall assist departmental three-monthly Data Analysis Review, including submittal to all interested parties, in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager
In the absence of the QA / HSE Engineer and/or QA /HSE Assistant, shall be responsible for sending Project Inspection Notifications to Client and Projects Inspections Group, liaising with the QA / HSE Manager and HSE Manager
Shall assist with the maintenance of the QA / NCR Database and subsequent circulation of NCRs, once corrective and preventative actions have been reviewed on receipt of signed off NCR from the Purchasing Manager
In conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager, assist in reviewing NCR Correction and Corrective Actions have been effective, three months after first issue
Shall assist investigating, issuing, and completing customer complaints on relevant 8D forms and ensuring their prompt close-out with the assistance of the QA / HSE Manager and/or the HSE Manager
Shall assist carrying out Risk Assessments and, with the assistance of the HSE Manager or QA / HSE Manager, instigating Safe Systems of Work
Shall assist the QA / HSE Manager or HSE Manager in their absence, with the maintenance of PED 2014/68/EU files, i.e., Notified Bodies (LR/ABS, etc.), Design Appraisal Documents, Module B (Production Type), Module B (Design Type), Approvals and Inspection Certificates
Shall be responsible for issuing QA / HSE material requisitions, in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager and/or the HSE Manager
Will carry out reasonable instructions and tasks as requested by authorised personnel, in line with the responsibilities of the role and the best interests of the companyStaff relationship:
Directly responsible to the QA / HSE Manager and HSE Manager or QC Manager in their absence
Liaises with clients, suppliers, certified authorities, third party inspection bodies and sub-contractors
Liaises internally with all departments
Training:You will be required to attend Advance 1 Campus, Dudley College, DY1 4AD, 1 day per week in term time only.
Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship you will receive a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician HNC - Mechanical pathway qualification.
You will be assigned an assessor who will visit you in the workplace every 6-8 weeks and support you on your apprenticeship.
Training Outcome:
Barton Firtop is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join the QA / HSE Department
This role will involve supporting quality assurance, health, safety, environmental, and energy-related activities, with responsibilities expanding as the candidate progresses through their training
The role will involve assisting in the development, implementation, and monitoring of QA and HSE processes, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and internal procedures
The successful candidate will also contribute to technical documentation, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives in support of operational excellence
Barton Firtop operates a fair and equal opportunities programme, where new positions that become available are accessible to all internal employees
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, along with a keen interest in developing their skills in technical documentation, auditing, and compliance to effectively support the QA / HSE team
Employer Description:Barton Firtop Engineering is a competitive designer, manufacturer, and supplier of Strainers, Filters, Separators, Coalescers, and Flame Arresters, predominantly serving the Oil & Gas Industry. We specialise in product design and project management, ensuring on-time delivery of strainer and filtration equipment that meets complex specifications for materials, manufacturing, NDE, documentation, and Quality Control.
Our in-house expertise includes advanced 3D Modelling, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), enabling us to design and certify to ASME VIII, Division 1 and PD5500 pressure vessel codes. We offer both fabricated and highly competitive cast designs.
Barton Firtop operates a custom-built manufacturing plant in Worcestershire (UK), which includes a pipework/vessel fabrication division. Additionally, we wholly own a competitive manufacturing facility in Goa, India, which supplies fully machined and tested cast products sourced from high-quality ISO-approved foundries. Barton Firtop India has been a trusted supplier to worldwide projects via our UK head office for over 20 years.
Please note that Barton Firtop reserves the right to bring forward the closing date of any job vacancy if a suitable number of quality applications are received from which to make a shortlist. Therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible rather than waiting until the published closing date.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 7.00am - 3.30pm. We operate a flexi-time policy to enable employees to choose their preferred working pattern, i.e. start/end times of their working day, within timeframes set by the company and agreed by line managers.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative,Knowledge of Microsoft,Professional Presentation,Flexible,Reliability,Meet deadlines....Read more...
