Hardware Engineer

Role overview

The Hardware Engineer is responsible for supporting the development, integration and lifecycle management of hardware systems across the service. The role focuses on requirements analysis, technical documentation, hardware design activities, component selection and compliance assurance. Working closely with engineering, production, quality and project teams, the Hardware Engineer ensures that hardware solutions meet performance, reliability, maintainability and regulatory requirements throughout the system lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform requirements analysis and contribute to the specification and design of hardware systems.
• Analyse and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, drawings and design records.
• Develop, review and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring component suitability, availability and compliance.
• Define wiring designs and support hardware architecture and component selection activities.
• Support the creation and modification of technical drawings and 3D models using CAD tools.
• Ensure compliance with CE marking requirements and applicable environmental standards.
• Provide engineering support during manufacturing, integration, testing and troubleshooting activities.
• Collaborate with systems, software, mechanical and production teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 2 years of experience in hardware engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in requirements analysis and hardware system design.
• Experience preparing and maintaining technical documentation.
• Knowledge of BOM definition, evaluation and management.
• Experience in wiring design and hardware architecture development.
• Understanding of CE marking requirements and environmental compliance standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio, Excel and Word.
• Experience using CAD tools for technical drawings and 3D design.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience within transport, defence, aerospace or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of configuration management and engineering change processes.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, testing or system integration activities.
• Familiarity with electrical and electronic system development.