Electronic Digital Design Engineer

At Roke
Roke imagines a more secure world. A world where technology protects, rather than exposes. A world where expert engineers, consultants and business support staff collaborate to protect what matters most to our clients.  Roke is a leader in the cutting-edge technology solutions for the defence industry with clients spanning National Security, Defence and Future's areas. We work alongside our customers to solve their complex and unique challenges.
We are a friendly and flexible team with a culture of ‘time, trust and freedom’. The role may give the opportunity to work on client site, from the office, in shared workspaces or from home as necessary. We pride ourselves on listening to each other’s aspirations and accommodating wherever possible.
The Opportunity
Your projects will be diverse – working with varying clients, across a number of sectors, using a range of skills. Consequently, we are looking for individuals able to work flexibly across projects in different domains. You might apply your skills to rapidly prototype new approaches and solutions.
Equally, you may apply them to complement or advance existing solutions.
You will be part of a stimulating, collaborative and driven team that offers you autonomy, challenge, and strong sense of purpose. Depending on the project, there will be opportunities to demonstrate technology to customers and support customer test and acceptance.
We seek a passionate Electronic Digital Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. You'll contribute to cutting-edge electronics for defence and electromagnetic warfare systems. This leadership role combines hands-on design with project leadership and team management.
Why We Want You
As an Electronic Digital Design Engineer at Roke, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing cutting-edge digital electronics for defence and electromagnetic warfare applications. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a significant impact on national security and electromagnetic warfare technology.
If you are a dedicated and innovative Electronic Digital Design Engineer with a passion for contributing to the defence industry, particularly in electromagnetic warfare applications, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and be a part of exciting projects that make a real impact on national security and electromagnetic warfare technology at Roke.
 
Responsibilities:

• Design, simulate, and implement digital and analogue electronic circuits and systems tailored for electromagnetic warfare applications and defence-related projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and specifications, with a strong emphasis on electromagnetic warfare requirements.
• Conduct hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and debugging of digital and analogue designs to optimize their performance.
• Guarantee compliance with industry standards and safety regulations for all electronic designs.
• Participate in design reviews and provide valuable technical input to enhance project outcomes.
• Document design specifications, test plans, and results for compliance evidence, with a focus on electromagnetic warfare technology and capabilities.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment, setting with the team clear goals, to effectively guide the team towards success.
• Provide mentoring, feedback, and development opportunities to assess and support the team's professional growth.
• Contribute to define, implement and maintain the Company policies to create a strong and supportive work environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in digital electronic design
• Knowledge of analogue circuit design desirable.
• Knowledge/use of Digital Design tools (e.g., PCB CAD Spice simulation, HyperLynx signal integrity, Altium).
• Experience with hardware verification and debugging techniques.
• Familiarity with defence industry standards, security protocols, and electromagnetic warfare principles is a significant advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

The Benefits and Perks...  

• Hybrid working: A minimum of 40% of your monthly hours working at your base/client location, subject to role requirements Flexi-time: Working hours to suit you and your life 
• Annual bonus: Based on profit share and personal performance 
• Private medical insurance: Includes cover for existing conditions 
• Holiday: 25 days plus public holidays and your birthday off 
• Chemring Share Save: Monthly savings into a 3 or 5 year plan. 

Security Information 
Due to the nature of this position, we require you to be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance. To qualify, the candidate should be a British Citizen and have resided in the UK for the last 5 years for SC. For more information about clearance eligibility, please see https://(url removed)/guidance/security-vetting-and-clearance.