FPGA Design Engineer

Our client is a valued partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, and they are currently seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. The selected candidate will be crucial in supporting the development of complex FPGA projects in the client's portfolio. These projects include advanced signal processing systems such as image and radio, embedded processing systems at the core, and safety-critical systems.

This position will require the candidate to work on all facets of the FPGA design and verification cycle with confidence and expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for generating complex FPGA architectures and designing implementations using VHDL, Simulink, and other tools to target Xilinx, Intel, and Microsemi devices.
• Verifying complex FPGA implementations using VHDL and System Verilog/UVM test bench methodologies.
• FPGA design using Mentor verification tools, including QuestaSim and ModelSim.
• Developing low-level software (in C) to facilitate FPGA testing and integration with the broader embedded system.
• Creating and documenting designs to a professional standard with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team to successfully deliver intricate FPGA-based projects.

What do you need?:

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) candidates with significant experience in FPGA development.
• Proficient in VHDL language and Design Skills. (Highly essential)
• Proficient in verification skills using VHDL and SystemVerilog methodologies. (Highly essential)
• Extensive experience designing for Xilinx, Intel, or Microsemi FPGAs.
• Experience in professional configuration and documentation of designs.
• Experience working as part of a large multidisciplinary team.

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What happens now?

Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

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. Training and development opportunities are available to all employees.