Principal Pcb Layout Designer

Bristol
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
Salary: Circa GBP52000 depending on experience
What we can offer you:
Company bonus of up to GBP2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%Annual salary reviewPaid overtimeUp to 15 days flexi leave25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and gym on site at StevenageExcellent career progression and development opportunitiesHours of work: Up to 37 hours per week which can be arranged as full days or part-days or a compressed hours arrangement with the opportunity to split time between site and remotely as long as delivery is met.Part-time working is also available.MBDA may be able to offer a relocation package for this role
Hybrid working pattern: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working such as two days a week onsite.
The Opportunity
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The PCB Layout team is responsible for providing a full PCB Layout Service to all internal Programs. These span all technologies from PTH boards to complex multilayer, rigid/flexi-rigid, surface mount, impedance matched, RF etc.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to develop your technical skills across our broad range of products.
This role involves working closely with engineers and PCB suppliers developing complex PCB Layouts based on electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements. This can involve developing and adapting emerging technologies to meet our high reliability requirements, whilst maintaining a high production yield.
Mentoring and knowledge sharing with other team members is also important; playing an active role in their and your own development.
The PCB Layout Designer will provide a design service, which includes footprint creation, placement, signal routing, peer reviews, final documentation and Technical support, ensuring designs and hardware are in accordance with requirements and conform to MBDA design rules and processes.
For candidates that are able to demonstrate a greater depth and breadth of experience, we are able to offer either of our Bristol or Bolton sites as a home location. However, please note that regular travel to our Stevenage site will be an essential requirement of the role.
What we're looking for from you:
Good negotiation and influencing skills to ensure design requirements are suitable for production processesExtensive/Specialist experience in one or more areas such as RF/High speed/Analogue/Power/SI or EMCKnowledge and experience of PCB design and best practices for PCB layout.Knowledge of the requirements of IPC standards for high reliability products.Knowledge of PCB fabrication processes and technologies (materials, stack-ups etc.)Strong communication skills to facilitate regular face to face and electronic communications with all relevant stakeholders including our international partners.Preferably knowledge of Zuken CR5000 or CR8000, but not mandatory as training will be provided for the right candidate.
Our Business:
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
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Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.