Senior Hardware Design Engineer - UNICORN RESOURCING LIMITED : Job Details

Senior Hardware Design Engineer

Salary: up to £60kLocation: Witchford (near Ely), CambridgeshireType: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you a skilled Senior Hardware Design Engineer looking for an opportunity in the digital video and AI/ML technology industry? Our research and development team is looking for an experienced engineer to play a critical role in the design and development of embedded computer and digital video products. This is a chance to work at the forefront of technology, collaborating with a dynamic team of Electronics and Software Engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hardware design for new product development from feasibility to production
• Schematic design using Cadence/OrCAD/Altium software
• PCB layout review and design documentation preparation
• Support throughout the product development lifecycle including prototyping, functional testing, and validation
• Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to define customer solutions and offer support

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in high-speed digital design
• Proficient in interfaces such as PCIe, USB, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, and serial communication protocols
• Familiarity with video interfaces (e.g., HDMI/DVI, HD-SDI, DP, VGA, Composite)
• Hands-on experience with programmable logic, FPGA, microcontrollers, and multilayer high-speed PCB design
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming
• Degree-qualified with strong working knowledge of MS Office applications

Personal Attributes:

• Conscientious, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a high level of quality in work
• Problem-solver with tenacity to investigate root causes of issues
• Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment and meeting tight deadlines
• Flexible, adaptable, and proactive in suggesting process improvements

*THIS COMPANY DOES NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP*

If you are interested in the role of Senior Hardware Design Engineer and feel that you have the relevant experience, please contact your Recruitment Partner, Lisa Logan at Unicorn Resourcing on or email

If this job isn't exactly right for you but you're looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential career discussion.

Unicorn Resourcing Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this Permanent opportunity.