Senior Performance Engineer- Hybrid Working

3 weeks ago


St Neots Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Pico Technology Full time

Key information Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire
Hours: full time, 40 hours a week. Hybrid working optional

Your role
Pico Technology is a leading innovator in the field of electronic instrumentation, specialising in high-performance test and measurement equipment. Our commitment to quality and innovation has established us as a trusted name in the industry, and we are looking to expand our talented team.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior PCB Layout Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will support our existing hardware engineers and take responsibility for in-house PCB design and layout activities.

This important role takes responsibility for the complete PCB design process, from assisting with requirements and mechanical board definition, to delivering high quality PCB layouts, suitable for volume production.

Day to day activities include:

Complete PCB Design Responsibility: Contribute to the entire PCB design process, including assisting with requirements, mechanical definition, PCB stackup design, and symbol and footprint creation to IPC standards.
Component Database Contribution: Support the component creation team by contributing to the component database and ensuring all components conform to company and IPC standards. Perform schematic capture and PCB layout design in support of New Product Development
Component Selection Assistance: Assist with component selection for new and existing designs, considering factors such as the manufacturing process, technology obsolescence, availability, and cost
Quality and Standards Compliance: Ensure deliverables meet agreed quality, specification, and timescales, adhering to relevant company, market quality, and regulatory standards
Design Calculations and Simulations: Perform design calculations and simulations, prototype as required to predict performance, reliability, and identify/eliminate high-risk areas, ensuring robust designs with minimal re-design
Cost-Effective Manufacturing: Ensure PCB assemblies are cost-effective and efficient to manufacture through a knowledge of Design for Manufacture (DFM).
Design Review Participation: Actively participate and contribute to design reviews

What we're looking for

We are seeking an individual who has proven PCB design and layout experience, with strong knowledge of IPC standards for symbol and footprint creation. Someone who is proficient in schematic capture and has experience with New Product Development processes. Have experience in rigid PCB constructions, and preferably also with flex-rigid or flex. The ideal candidate will have a background in projects involving high-speed digital, complex analogue and RF circuitry. Familiarity with PCB fabrication, supplier capabilities, design for manufacture and cost considerations. Ability to perform design calculations, simulations and prototyping. In addition, excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

What's in it for you?
At Pico we believe in providing you with a workplace where you can be yourself and work alongside amazing people to enjoy a varied and rewarding career. Enjoy flexible holidays, a chance to relax at one of our three holiday homes, and be part of our annual Profit Related Pay (PRP) bonus Embrace sustainability with our Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, and come along to our vibrant Summer and Christmas parties to name just a few Want to see the full benefits list?

You will find free fruit and five varieties of bean-to-cup coffee in our offices. And if you are up for exploring, St Neots has a variety of shops and eateries to satisfy your cravings.

At Pico, every voice is heard, and you will be valued as an essential part of our team. Join us on this exciting journey where appreciation and opportunity await you.

Are you ready to apply?
If you are as excited as we are, hit the apply button below and let’s get your next chapter started.

For any queries, reach out to Georgia Coles at georgia.coles@picotech.com

We cannot wait to welcome you on board



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