Senior PCB Design Engineer

Location

Crawley, Reading, Belfast or Glasgow.

• Designing single, double, and multilayer PCBs for high-speed and RF applications
• Producing high-quality PCB layouts and full manufacturing data packs
• Applying DFM/DFT principles to ensure robust, manufacturable designs
• Managing constraints within CAD tools to meet performance requirements
• Supporting schematic capture and design updates where needed
• Collaborating closely with RF, electronics, and mechanical engineers
• Engaging with internal and external manufacturers to deliver on time and to quality
• Supporting engineering change processes and continuous improvement initiatives

• Proven experience in PCB design (analogue and/or RF environments)
• Strong understanding of high-speed, low-noise design principles
• Experience with industry-standard PCB CAD tools and constraint management
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design for manufacture/test
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering environment

• Performance-related bonus
• Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata)
• 24 hours volunteering paid for
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Life cover
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts

Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment.

If approved by the MOD, a dual national from a non-ITAR country may be considered. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. We ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. Employee well-being policies and inclusive features support all staff.