Top Design Jobs in Edinburgh

Design and develop synthesizable SystemVerilog RTL for ASIC digital blocks. Create micro-architecture specifications, run simulations, debug designs, and support timing, power, area, LINT, CDC, formal verification, integration, and sign-off activities. Collaborate with analog, physical design, verification, and DFT teams while producing design documentation and learning industry-standard digital design methodologies.

Senior RF/Microwave Design Engineer responsible for designing, simulating, testing, and delivering RF hardware (UHF to Ka-band) and subsystems for space communications and telemetry. Tasks include RF architecture trades, link budgets, component selection, PCB-layout support, RF measurements and troubleshooting, environmental qualification support, documentation, and technical/customer interactions to meet project milestones.

Designs and verifies complex mixed-signal, multilayer PCB layouts from schematics. Manages external PCB manufacturing and assembly, including quotes and purchasing. Coordinates layout reviews, supports component library development, and verifies technical drawings for test equipment compatibility. Tracks project schedules, escalates technical issues, and manages supplier quality concerns, corrective actions, and KPIs while collaborating with international cross-functional teams and vendors.

Provides technical leadership for advanced-node semiconductor implementation programs from synthesis and netlists through physical design, signoff, and tapeout. Develops PPA optimization methodologies, investigates silicon and convergence issues, collaborates with R&D and customers, influences EDA tool development, and establishes reusable implementation practices. Mentors engineers, supports strategic customer engagements and presales activities, and drives innovation across timing, power, signal integrity, verification, SoC integration, and advanced packaging.

Lead technical and strategic security engineering services for major construction and fit-out projects. Responsibilities include risk assessments, mitigation strategies, operational requirements, security master planning, physical security design, electronic security systems design, and counter-terrorism guidance covering hostile vehicle mitigation, blast protection, and ballistics. The role also requires security consultancy expertise, business development experience, relevant qualifications, and professional security credentials or equivalent commitment to continuing development.

The Staff Engineer leads analog and mixed-signal block design, conducts design reviews, mentors junior engineers, and develops methodologies for advanced technology applications.

Leads organisation design and governance across the Group, shaping structures, operating models, accountabilities, spans and layers to support business strategy and workforce transformation. Partners with HR leaders, executives and transformation teams on major change, restructures, mergers, acquisitions and integrations. Develops governance frameworks and delivers organisational effectiveness improvements in complex environments.

Own the function’s AI transformation strategy, prioritize high-impact opportunities, map workflows, and drive measurable adoption. Build and manage AI agents using no-code and low-code tools, configure skills and MCP connections, evaluate agent performance, and iterate solutions. Lead change management, champion networks, cross-functional collaboration, intake processes, and alignment with Enterprise AI and executive stakeholders.

Leads IRIS’s global creative vision and design direction, including an ambitious rebrand, visual identity, design systems, integrated campaigns, digital experiences, motion, events, and executive communications. Manages and develops the in-house creative team while coordinating agencies and freelancers. Establishes creative processes, brand guidelines, and quality standards, partners with marketing and communications functions, and uses AI tools to improve creative workflow speed and scale.

Create and manage branded graphics, videos, photography, copy, presentations, social media, website content, and digital campaign assets. Maintain brand consistency across marketing materials, analyze social performance, support website optimization, coordinate photo and video shoots, manage external suppliers, and assist with events and wider marketing operations.

Design and build polished user interfaces across the web app and marketing site. Own UX and visual decisions from concept through production code, develop the design system and component library, improve accessibility and responsiveness, prototype ideas, and promote stronger design practices across the engineering team.

Lead the feasibility and detailed design of highway, traffic, active travel, cycle corridor, junction and public realm schemes. Produce and review drawings, geometric and drainage designs, cost estimates, bills of quantities, audits and contract documents. Manage consultants, budgets and programmes; coordinate stakeholders, developers and public authorities; support consultations and negotiations; ensure legislative and technical compliance; and mentor junior staff.

Designs and delivers highway, traffic, parking, active travel, drainage, and public realm projects. Produces AutoCAD drawings, technical documentation, specifications, cost estimates, quantities, and contract documents. Conducts site visits, inspections, and surveys while incorporating safety, accessibility, sustainability, and maintenance considerations. Collaborates with engineers, project managers, consultants, contractors, developers, public bodies, residents, and businesses throughout feasibility, detailed design, consultation, and construction.

Design structural repair solutions for buildings damaged by fire, flooding, and subsidence. Responsibilities include designing and specifying sub-structure schemes, producing CAD drawings, obtaining permissions, supporting sustainable and net-zero repair approaches, monitoring site work, engaging senior stakeholders, and training colleagues. The role primarily supports listed and historic buildings and requires strong communication, organization, technical judgment, and customer service skills.

Manage, coach, and develop Product Designers while building a strong Design culture. Own Design operations, processes, rituals, planning, quality standards, and team effectiveness. Partner with Product and Engineering leaders, guide complex B2B product design work, define Design KPIs and OKRs, identify capability gaps, and support organizational growth. The role is primarily focused on people leadership and Design strategy, with selective hands-on contribution.

Lead the research and design organization across Airalo’s consumer and B2B products. Set design strategy, unify product experiences, own brand expression within the product, and establish scalable design systems, accessibility standards, quality processes, and career frameworks. Partner with Product and Marketing, use research to shape the roadmap, develop design leaders, and build the team needed to support the company’s growth.

The Senior Proposal Engineer leads the bidding process for complex projects, manages proposal preparation, evaluates bids, and coordinates handover after contract award.

Owns architecture definition and technical leadership for PMIC and advanced DC/DC converter products from concept through silicon validation. Develops system-level models, analyzes stability and transient response, leads architecture reviews, and guides cross-functional analog, digital, verification, validation, test, and product engineering teams. Creates specifications and design documentation, supports silicon bring-up and root-cause analysis, and contributes to technical training and knowledge sharing.

Lead mechanical design for consumer electromechanical products from concept through production. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, prototyping, testing, thermal/fluid/structural analysis, cross-functional collaboration, DFM/DFA, tolerance analysis, and manufacturing ramp support in Asia. The role requires designing plastic, metal, and soft goods components integrated with sensors and actuators, supporting high-volume manufacturing, and traveling to China as needed.

Leads digital architecture and design for mixed-signal motor-drive ICs, from IP through full SoC implementations. Owns project schedules, coordinates RTL, verification, DFT, and synthesis activities, manages technical risks and resources, and defines architectural roadmaps. Serves as the digital technical contact across marketing, systems, and analog design teams. Partners with verification to ensure functional coverage, first-pass silicon success, and ISO 26262 functional-safety compliance.

Build and maintain frontend-leaning, full-stack Creative and Studio products using React and Next.js. Develop AI interfaces, UX/UI workflows, proof-of-concept products, integrations, and end-to-end features. Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Growth, and Sales; iterate based on user feedback; maintain scalable, secure infrastructure; process large datasets; and mentor less experienced engineers. The role emphasizes strong portfolio work and demonstrated software engineering ability rather than formal degrees or certifications.

Design high-impact motion graphics, animated ads, Lottie and Rive animations, and interactive motion projects for global brands. Collaborate with account teams across time zones, manage multiple projects on time and budget, support creative leads, explore motion innovations and AI-enhanced tools, and help evolve Superside's motion capabilities.

Leads multidisciplinary design teams across Australia and the UK for a safety-critical defence infrastructure programme. Provides technical leadership for complex process engineering systems, radiological waste management, design integration, risk management and nuclear safety. Advises senior stakeholders, mentors technical specialists, supports project planning and client engagement, and contributes to business growth. The role is based in Adelaide with relocation support and requires suitable AUKUS defence clearance.

Leads product design for Monzo’s Payments business area, setting design strategy and vision, partnering with Product and Engineering leadership, shaping roadmaps, and driving high-quality execution. Builds and develops a high-performing design team, coaches designers, raises design quality, strengthens collaboration and craft, and expands design’s influence across the organisation and customer experience.

Designs components, jigs, fixtures, and special tools; creates and maintains manufacturing drawings; provides technical support during manufacturing, testing, repairs, and refurbishments; manages drawing configuration control; collaborates with Production, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams; and promotes safe working practices.