Location: Cambridge (CB22) Duration: Permanent Hours: 8:45am until 5pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: circa 60,000 Job Reference: 35997 Polytec are looking for a Senior Automation Engineer from an engineering background for our client based in south Cambridgeshire. Responsibilities: You will be producing leading edge machinery for a high technology global market. Requirements: Electrical / Physics Degree level qualification, considerable experience in a relevant field may also be considered Exposure to test, measurement and PLC programming Programming and design experience on PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and SCADA Motion Control and PID Controllers SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems Visual basic programming experience Experience of Rockwell/Allen Bradley control systems would be beneficial Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
May 04, 2026
Full time
Location: Cambridge (CB22) Duration: Permanent Hours: 8:45am until 5pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: circa 60,000 Job Reference: 35997 Polytec are looking for a Senior Automation Engineer from an engineering background for our client based in south Cambridgeshire. Responsibilities: You will be producing leading edge machinery for a high technology global market. Requirements: Electrical / Physics Degree level qualification, considerable experience in a relevant field may also be considered Exposure to test, measurement and PLC programming Programming and design experience on PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and SCADA Motion Control and PID Controllers SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems Visual basic programming experience Experience of Rockwell/Allen Bradley control systems would be beneficial Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35883 We are seeking an experienced Production and Test Technician for our client based a few miles north of Cambridge. This role involves hands-on assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electromechanical components and systems for high-performance imaging products. Responsibilities: - Assemble electromechanical components and systems per engineering specifications - Perform functional tests and quality checks to ensure reliability standards - Diagnose and resolve technical issues during assembly and testing - Maintain accurate documentation of processes, test results and updates - Collaborate with engineers and production teams to optimize workflows Requirements: - Proven experience in electromechanical assembly, soldering (including SMT), wiring and mechanical assembly - Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills%3B familiarity with diagnostic tools and programming interfaces - Ability to read schematics and use PCB design software%3B proficient with test equipment (oscilloscope, signal generator, etc.) - Knowledge of Python/C# basics and electronic principles%3B cleanroom assembly experience is a plus - Detail-oriented, proactive, and flexible approach to problem-solving - Willingness to work overtime when required Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
May 02, 2026
Full time
Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35883 We are seeking an experienced Production and Test Technician for our client based a few miles north of Cambridge. This role involves hands-on assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electromechanical components and systems for high-performance imaging products. Responsibilities: - Assemble electromechanical components and systems per engineering specifications - Perform functional tests and quality checks to ensure reliability standards - Diagnose and resolve technical issues during assembly and testing - Maintain accurate documentation of processes, test results and updates - Collaborate with engineers and production teams to optimize workflows Requirements: - Proven experience in electromechanical assembly, soldering (including SMT), wiring and mechanical assembly - Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills%3B familiarity with diagnostic tools and programming interfaces - Ability to read schematics and use PCB design software%3B proficient with test equipment (oscilloscope, signal generator, etc.) - Knowledge of Python/C# basics and electronic principles%3B cleanroom assembly experience is a plus - Detail-oriented, proactive, and flexible approach to problem-solving - Willingness to work overtime when required Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Location: Cambridge Type: Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm, flexible / hybrid options available Salary: £65000+ depending on experience Job Reference: 35961 Polytec is seeking is a skilled Hardware Engineer for our Cambridge based client. You will be designing and developing cutting-edge medical and scientific devices. This role involves working on analogue, digital, RF, low-power and embedded systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities: - Design hardware systems including schematics, PCB layout and embedded solutions for battery-powered products - Lead the full hardware development lifecycle including requirements, design, prototyping, testing, debugging and production support - Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., IEC 60601, ISO 13485) - Conduct EMC testing and troubleshoot hardware issues - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions - Maintain accurate documentation and stay current with advancements in low-power and RF technologies Requirements: - Proven experience in medical, diagnostic or scientific device development - Strong background in analogue, digital, RF and embedded systems design - Proficiency in schematic capture, PCB layout and debugging - Expertise in low-power design, signal conditioning BLE and RF systems - Experience with EMC testing and regulatory compliance - Hands-on embedded firmware development - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Desirable: - Experience with full product lifecycle and NPI processes - Knowledge of quality assurance and documentation best practices. Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
May 02, 2026
Full time
Location: Cambridge Type: Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm, flexible / hybrid options available Salary: £65000+ depending on experience Job Reference: 35961 Polytec is seeking is a skilled Hardware Engineer for our Cambridge based client. You will be designing and developing cutting-edge medical and scientific devices. This role involves working on analogue, digital, RF, low-power and embedded systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities: - Design hardware systems including schematics, PCB layout and embedded solutions for battery-powered products - Lead the full hardware development lifecycle including requirements, design, prototyping, testing, debugging and production support - Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., IEC 60601, ISO 13485) - Conduct EMC testing and troubleshoot hardware issues - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions - Maintain accurate documentation and stay current with advancements in low-power and RF technologies Requirements: - Proven experience in medical, diagnostic or scientific device development - Strong background in analogue, digital, RF and embedded systems design - Proficiency in schematic capture, PCB layout and debugging - Expertise in low-power design, signal conditioning BLE and RF systems - Experience with EMC testing and regulatory compliance - Hands-on embedded firmware development - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Desirable: - Experience with full product lifecycle and NPI processes - Knowledge of quality assurance and documentation best practices. Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36072 Our client, a leading technology manufacturer based just north of Cambridge, is seeking a Legal and Compliance Officer to support its commercial, operational and governance activities. This is a broad, hands on role covering contracts, compliance, risk management and legal support across the business. You will work closely with senior management and cross functional teams to ensure robust legal and regulatory compliance. This role offers a broad exposure to commercial, compliance, employment and IP matters, strong professional development opportunities and the ability to influence legal and governance processes within a high tech environment. Responsibilities: - Contract Management: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements (supply, distribution, consultancy, NDAs, licensing etc.). Maintaining contract records and supporting commercial teams with risk assessments - Compliance: Leading internal compliance frameworks across data protection, export control, corporate governance and wider regulatory requirements. Developing policies, conducting audits and delivering staff training - Legal Risk and Advisory: Providing practical advice on legal and compliance matters, supporting dispute resolution, and promoting strong ethical practices across the organisation - HR and Employment Support: Advising on employment contracts, policies and employee relations matters - Intellectual Property: Assisting with the protection and administration of patents, trademarks and trade secrets, including liaison with external counsel - Corporate Governance: Supporting statutory compliance, maintaining company records and assisting with board documentation - Cross Functional Collaboration: Working with engineering, HR, finance, sales and procurement teams to provide clear and commercially focused legal guidance Requirements - 5+ years' experience in commercial law, compliance or regulatory roles, ideally within technology, engineering or manufacturing - Strong background in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts - Good knowledge of GDPR, compliance frameworks, export controls and risk management - Able to explain complex legal issues in a clear and practical way - Experience with IP, international partners or defence/advanced engineering is beneficial Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36072 Our client, a leading technology manufacturer based just north of Cambridge, is seeking a Legal and Compliance Officer to support its commercial, operational and governance activities. This is a broad, hands on role covering contracts, compliance, risk management and legal support across the business. You will work closely with senior management and cross functional teams to ensure robust legal and regulatory compliance. This role offers a broad exposure to commercial, compliance, employment and IP matters, strong professional development opportunities and the ability to influence legal and governance processes within a high tech environment. Responsibilities: - Contract Management: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements (supply, distribution, consultancy, NDAs, licensing etc.). Maintaining contract records and supporting commercial teams with risk assessments - Compliance: Leading internal compliance frameworks across data protection, export control, corporate governance and wider regulatory requirements. Developing policies, conducting audits and delivering staff training - Legal Risk and Advisory: Providing practical advice on legal and compliance matters, supporting dispute resolution, and promoting strong ethical practices across the organisation - HR and Employment Support: Advising on employment contracts, policies and employee relations matters - Intellectual Property: Assisting with the protection and administration of patents, trademarks and trade secrets, including liaison with external counsel - Corporate Governance: Supporting statutory compliance, maintaining company records and assisting with board documentation - Cross Functional Collaboration: Working with engineering, HR, finance, sales and procurement teams to provide clear and commercially focused legal guidance Requirements - 5+ years' experience in commercial law, compliance or regulatory roles, ideally within technology, engineering or manufacturing - Strong background in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts - Good knowledge of GDPR, compliance frameworks, export controls and risk management - Able to explain complex legal issues in a clear and practical way - Experience with IP, international partners or defence/advanced engineering is beneficial Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Location: Cambourne (CB23) Job Type: Temporary Duration: Ongoing Hours: 7:15am to 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: 17.02 per hour Job Reference: 35811 Polytec are looking for a Final Test Engineer for our Cambourne based client to test products in accordance with established procedures ensuring that agreed deadlines and manufacturing targets are met. Responsibilities: Assembly, sub-assembly and testing Trouble-shoot malfunctions, carrying out basic modifications as required Maintenance of test equipment Participate in Lean activities as required Contribute to driving continuous improvement, identifying waste in test processes Maintain processes and procedures consistent with ISO standards. Requirements: GCSE Mathematics and English Qualification in Electronics / Mechatronics (Time served apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3 or 4-year apprenticeship) Experience using MS Windows Working in an electromechanical test environment Understand and follow test specifications and standard operating procedures Experience of fault-finding on electronic or electromechanical systems Proven ability to utilise user interface software to test, calibrate and operate complex electromechanical systems Experience of assembling and / or testing precision instrumentation Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Oct 01, 2025
Seasonal
Location: Cambourne (CB23) Job Type: Temporary Duration: Ongoing Hours: 7:15am to 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: 17.02 per hour Job Reference: 35811 Polytec are looking for a Final Test Engineer for our Cambourne based client to test products in accordance with established procedures ensuring that agreed deadlines and manufacturing targets are met. Responsibilities: Assembly, sub-assembly and testing Trouble-shoot malfunctions, carrying out basic modifications as required Maintenance of test equipment Participate in Lean activities as required Contribute to driving continuous improvement, identifying waste in test processes Maintain processes and procedures consistent with ISO standards. Requirements: GCSE Mathematics and English Qualification in Electronics / Mechatronics (Time served apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3 or 4-year apprenticeship) Experience using MS Windows Working in an electromechanical test environment Understand and follow test specifications and standard operating procedures Experience of fault-finding on electronic or electromechanical systems Proven ability to utilise user interface software to test, calibrate and operate complex electromechanical systems Experience of assembling and / or testing precision instrumentation Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
