PCB Layout Engineer Zuken CR8000 | Defence Electronics

Were looking for an experienced PCB Layout Engineer to work on high-reliability, safety-critical electronics within a leading UK defence organisation.

This role focuses on complex, multi-layer PCB designs supporting mission-critical products used by the UK Ministry of Defence.

Youll be hands-on from concept through to PCB manufacture, working closely with electronics, mechanical and manufacturing teams across multiple programmes.

What youll be working on

• High-reliability, Class 3 / defence-grade PCB designs
• Multi-layer, controlled-impedance boards
• Designs driven by electrical, mechanical and environmental constraints
• New product development and in-service support work

Your responsibilities

• PCB layout using Zuken CR5000 / CR8000
• Component placement, signal routing and design optimisation
• Library management and design rule compliance
• Peer reviews and contribution to design sign-off
• Creation of full PCB manufacturing and release documentation

What were looking for

• Strong, hands-on experience with PCB layout best practices
• Good understanding of IPC standards for high-reliability products
• Knowledge of PCB fabrication processes, materials and stack-ups
• Confident communicator when working with engineers and stakeholders
• Zuken CR5000 or CR8000 experience is essential

Location & travel

• Regular travel to UK sites (project-driven, not weekly commuting)
• On-site collaboration is part of the role due to hardware integration needs

What happens now?

If your application meets the initial selection criteria, a member of our talent acquisition team will contact you via email to arrange a structured screening call. This conversation will explore your experience, technical background, and suitability for the role in more detail.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may 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 our clients Security Team.

More about the role:

For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air.

This role is based at our client’s headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop.