Hardware Development Engineer

This Hardware Development Engineer role in Mechanical Engineering is focused on design and prototype the core hardware architecture, seamlessly integrating high-vacuum systems, electromagnetic components, and automated sensor control systems. It would suit someone who can bring careful technical judgement and practical problem-solving to the role.

Known job details

• Location: Mechanical Engineering
• Pay: £40,000 - £50,000
• Work model: Hybrid
• £40,000 – £50,000 (dependent on experience level).
• Pension: Defined benefit scheme with employer contribution.
• Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure and Bank Holidays.
• Culture & Growth: Experience an open, collaborative environment with accelerated career progression and promotional opportunities as the company scales.

Likely focus of the role

• Design and prototype the core hardware architecture, seamlessly integrating high-vacuum systems, electromagnetic components, and automated sensor control systems.
• Design automated interlocking doors and mechanical handling systems to ensure the unit functions as a perfectly sealed isolation system for controlled, high-purity environments.
• Transition bespoke R&D prototypes into scalable, repeatable product designs while upholding ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 QMS requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements mentioned

• Proven experience and deep practical understanding of high-vacuum architecture (turbomolecular pumps, roughing pumps, MFCs) and pulsed-power systems, with a focus on electromagneti.
• Experience installing and integrating a sophisticated array of sensors for real-time process monitoring and environmental control, alongside expertise in combining data streams to.
• Advanced CAD design experience (SolidWorks preferred), demonstrating hardware mastery through a strong portfolio of complex, multi-part assemblies.