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Electronics Hardware Engineer

Wilmslow
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Job Title: Contract Electronics Hardware Engineer
Location: Wilmslow (Hybrid – 3 days on site)
Rate: £50–£60 per hour (Outside IR35)
Contract Length: 6 months initial
Start Date: ASAP

Overview:

An exciting opportunity has opened up for an experienced Electronics Hardware Engineer to join a well-funded start-up in Wilmslow on a contract basis. This company is revolutionising the health domain with sensor technology, and they're now expanding their product range after bringing their first product to market.

This role will suit someone who enjoys fast-paced, hands-on development and has a strong track record in electronics hardware design and sensor integration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and integrate sensors into electronic hardware systems

  • Select, evaluate, and integrate sensor solutions

  • Collaborate with external engineers to review PCB layouts and optimise performance

  • Design, build, and test electronic circuits for rapid prototype development

  • Drive hardware development cycles and contribute to DFM (Design for Manufacturing) processes

    Skills & Experience Required:

  • Strong background in electronics design and project ownership from concept to delivery

  • Proven experience with sensor integration and PCB design/layout

  • Practical hands-on prototyping and circuit testing

  • Experience with IoT protocols such as LoRaWAN, Zigbee, or BLE is highly desirable

  • Able to work effectively in a hybrid R&D environment

    Contract Details:

  • Based in Wilmslow, hybrid model (3 days per week on site)

  • Outside IR35

  • £50-£60 per hour depending on experience

  • 6 month initial contract with potential for extension

    If you're an Electronics Engineer available for your next contract and have relevant sensor integration and hardware design experience, please apply with your up-to-date CV

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