Ovarro Limited
Wirksworth, Derbyshire
Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer Location: Wirksworth/Chesterfield UK Reporting to: IoT Manager Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer to lead the design and development of robust electronic hardware solutions used in critical industrial and infrastructure environments. The role focuses on PCB design, embedded electronics, microcontroller-based systems, and RF/antenna integration, with a strong preference for experience in ATEX / hazardous-area certified products. You will play a key role across the full product lifecycle-from requirements capture and schematic design through PCB layout, prototype bring up, compliance, and transition into manufacture-working closely with firmware, mechanical, test, and product teams. Key Responsibilities Hardware Design & Development Lead the design and development of analogue, digital, and mixed signal PCBs Produce schematics, PCB layouts, BoMs, and manufacturing documentation Design low power, ruggedised electronics suitable for long life industrial deployment Support hardware bring up, debugging, and root cause analysis Design and integrate RF circuits and antennas (e.g. cellular, NB IoT, LTE M, sub GHz, ISM bands) Support antenna selection, matching, tuning, and validation Work with enclosure / mechanical teams to ensure RF performance in real world installations Compliance & Certification Design hardware to meet ATEX / IECEx requirements (where applicable) Ensure compliance with UKCA / CE (EMC, LVD, RED) Support testing with external test houses and internal validation teams Contribute to technical files, risk assessments, and compliance documentation Lifecycle & Manufacturing Support Support DFM, DFA, and DFMEA activities Work with manufacturing partners on prototype builds and production ramp up Support component selection with an eye on availability, obsolescence, and lifecycle risk Provide technical support to quality, test, and field teams as required Technical Leadership Act as a technical authority for electronic hardware within the team Mentor and review work of junior engineers Contribute to design reviews (DDR / gates) and engineering governance processes Drive continuous improvement in tools, design practices, and standards Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronic Engineering Significant experience in electronic hardware design for commercial or industrial products Strong expertise in PCB schematic capture and layout (Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, etc.) Solid understanding of analogue electronics, power regulation, and signal integrity Experience integrating antennas and RF subsystems Hands on experience with hardware debugging (oscilloscope, logic analyser, spectrum analyser) Experience working in regulated or safety critical environments Desirable / Advantageous ATEX / IECEx design experience (or strong exposure to hazardous area products) Experience with low power IoT devices Familiarity with EMC mitigation techniques Experience supporting cellular certification (RED, PTCRB, GCF, carrier approvals) Understanding of functional safety concepts Previous experience in water, energy, oil & gas, rail, or industrial automation sectors Personal Attributes Structured, detail oriented, and safety conscious Comfortable taking technical ownership of complex designs Strong collaborator across hardware, firmware, mechanical, and test disciplines Able to balance innovation with robustness and long term supportability What We Offer Opportunity to work on mission critical products used in essential infrastructure Exposure to end to end product development, from concept to deployed systems Supportive engineering culture with strong technical standards Competitive salary and benefits package Ovarro recognise the need for a diverse workforce and we are committed to equal opportunities in employment. Ovarro employees and candidates who apply to work at Ovarro will be treated fairly and valued equally. All job requirements fit the needs of the business and those who work in it, regardless of age, disability, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation, domestic circumstances, social and employment status, HIV status, gender reassignment, political affiliation or trade union membership. Disclaimer for recruitment agencies
Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer Location: Wirksworth/Chesterfield UK Reporting to: IoT Manager Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer to lead the design and development of robust electronic hardware solutions used in critical industrial and infrastructure environments. The role focuses on PCB design, embedded electronics, microcontroller-based systems, and RF/antenna integration, with a strong preference for experience in ATEX / hazardous-area certified products. You will play a key role across the full product lifecycle-from requirements capture and schematic design through PCB layout, prototype bring up, compliance, and transition into manufacture-working closely with firmware, mechanical, test, and product teams. Key Responsibilities Hardware Design & Development Lead the design and development of analogue, digital, and mixed signal PCBs Produce schematics, PCB layouts, BoMs, and manufacturing documentation Design low power, ruggedised electronics suitable for long life industrial deployment Support hardware bring up, debugging, and root cause analysis Design and integrate RF circuits and antennas (e.g. cellular, NB IoT, LTE M, sub GHz, ISM bands) Support antenna selection, matching, tuning, and validation Work with enclosure / mechanical teams to ensure RF performance in real world installations Compliance & Certification Design hardware to meet ATEX / IECEx requirements (where applicable) Ensure compliance with UKCA / CE (EMC, LVD, RED) Support testing with external test houses and internal validation teams Contribute to technical files, risk assessments, and compliance documentation Lifecycle & Manufacturing Support Support DFM, DFA, and DFMEA activities Work with manufacturing partners on prototype builds and production ramp up Support component selection with an eye on availability, obsolescence, and lifecycle risk Provide technical support to quality, test, and field teams as required Technical Leadership Act as a technical authority for electronic hardware within the team Mentor and review work of junior engineers Contribute to design reviews (DDR / gates) and engineering governance processes Drive continuous improvement in tools, design practices, and standards Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronic Engineering Significant experience in electronic hardware design for commercial or industrial products Strong expertise in PCB schematic capture and layout (Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, etc.) Solid understanding of analogue electronics, power regulation, and signal integrity Experience integrating antennas and RF subsystems Hands on experience with hardware debugging (oscilloscope, logic analyser, spectrum analyser) Experience working in regulated or safety critical environments Desirable / Advantageous ATEX / IECEx design experience (or strong exposure to hazardous area products) Experience with low power IoT devices Familiarity with EMC mitigation techniques Experience supporting cellular certification (RED, PTCRB, GCF, carrier approvals) Understanding of functional safety concepts Previous experience in water, energy, oil & gas, rail, or industrial automation sectors Personal Attributes Structured, detail oriented, and safety conscious Comfortable taking technical ownership of complex designs Strong collaborator across hardware, firmware, mechanical, and test disciplines Able to balance innovation with robustness and long term supportability What We Offer Opportunity to work on mission critical products used in essential infrastructure Exposure to end to end product development, from concept to deployed systems Supportive engineering culture with strong technical standards Competitive salary and benefits package Ovarro recognise the need for a diverse workforce and we are committed to equal opportunities in employment. Ovarro employees and candidates who apply to work at Ovarro will be treated fairly and valued equally. All job requirements fit the needs of the business and those who work in it, regardless of age, disability, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation, domestic circumstances, social and employment status, HIV status, gender reassignment, political affiliation or trade union membership. Disclaimer for recruitment agencies