FPGA Design Engineer

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit an FPGA Design Engineer on an initial 6‑month contract. As the FPGA Design Engineer, you will support the development of our growing portfolio of complex FPGA projects, ranging from advanced signal processing systems (Image/Radio) and core embedded processing systems to safety & security critical systems.

Role: FPGA Design Engineer

Pay: DOE via Umbrella

Location: Stevenage

Contract: Monday‑Friday, 37 hours per week, 6‑month contract

IR35 Status: Inside

Security Clearance: SC required to start

• Generating complex FPGA architectures and design implementations (VHDL, Simulink, etc.), targeting Xilinx, Intel, and Microsemi devices.
• Verifying complex FPGA implementations using VHDL and System Verilog/UVM test‑bench methodologies.
• Using FPGA design toolsets and Mentor verification tools (Questa Sim & Model Sim).
• Generating low‑level software (C) to facilitate FPGA test and integration with the wider embedded system.
• Configuring and documenting designs to a high professional standard.
• Working as part of a multidiscipline team to deliver complex FPGA‑based projects.

• Degree qualification (or equivalent) with significant experience in FPGA development.
• Competent VHDL language and design skills.
• Competent verification skills using VHDL and System Verilog methodologies.
• Deep proven level of experience designing for Xilinx, Intel, or Microsemi FPGAs.
• Experience of professionally configuring and documenting designs.
• Experience working as part of a large multidiscipline team.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation.

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