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RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to support their team. Position Description: Rate: £29.59 (via Umbrella PAYE) increasing to £38.38 after 12 weeks under AWR s (Agency Worker Regulations) Our client is seeking a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to join their core team in the Essex. You will be a key player in ensuring complex, distributed technologies including powertrain, infotainment, and active safety meet the highest safety standards. Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will bridge the gap between research and production, turning "what if" into "what s next." As a key member of an exciting team leading Functional Safety activities in Product Development, this role involves working with technology subject matter experts to conduct Functional Safety analysis using efficient model-based systems engineering (MBSE / SysML) tools. Additionally, you will work with global teams to design simple and safe systems that bring advanced distributed technology from research to production. This role promotes technical growth and team collaboration. Skills Required : Execute ISO 26262 functional safety activities with cross functional and global teams (e.g., powertrain, infotainment, active safety, driver assistance, and automated features). Apply client s ISO 26262 processes, methods, tools, and trainings to develop functional safety software and system work products. Use MBSE/SysML to model functions, interfaces, and safety-related behaviour; contribute to globally common safety ratings and model libraries. Support creation of safety concepts and system designs; help transition advanced technologies from research to production. Produce clear technical documentation and communications supporting audits, reviews, and program milestones. Lead reviews with key stakeholders and suppliers. Collaborate with research and advanced engineering, product development, quality, and manufacturing to integrate safety by design. Identify and drive continuous improvement in processes, methods, tools, and training. Serve as a growing subject matter expert within the first year and mentor peers in functional safety and systems engineering best practices. ISO 26262 Proficiency: Practical application of ISO 26262 processes, methods, and tools within a product development environment. MBSE/SysML Modelling: Ability to model functions, interfaces, and safety-related behaviours using system modelling languages. Technical Documentation: Strong capability in producing clear technical work products to support audits, safety cases, and program milestones. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with global teams across diverse disciplines (Powertrain, Infotainment, Quality, Manufacturing). Systems Thinking: A proactive approach to understanding complex system interactions and "safety by design" principles. Skills Preferred : Tool Expertise: Hands-on experience with specific MBSE tools such as MagicDraw or Cameo. Technical Leadership: Ability to lead technical workstreams and influence stakeholders across the organization. Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical safety concepts into actionable requirements for non-safety engineering teams. Test Development: Experience developing design verification tests at the component, system, and vehicle levels. Experience Required Strong experience in the development of software-enabled systems. Proven track record of applying the ISO 26262 functional safety standard throughout the product development lifecycle. Experience Preferred : Experience in designing architectures for complex systems, software, or electronic hardware. Experience in the planning, development, and testing of embedded software. Experience analysing test results and executing verification plans within an automotive context. Education Required : Bachelor s degree in electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or Computer Science. Education Preferred: Master s degree in electrical engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Additional Information : INSIDE IR35 Location: Hybrid working with 4 days required on-site. Eligibility: Due to working on behalf of our client, unfortunately if you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK your application will be automatically declined.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a fast-growing, innovative organisation at the forefront of semiconductor technology, embedded systems, and capacitive touch solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the design and development of firmware and advanced touch algorithms used in next-generation consumer electronics. You will play a key role in shaping technical direction, mentoring engineers, and delivering high-quality embedded software solutions across the full development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities for this Senior Software Engineer position in Whiteley, Technical Leadership & Project Delivery Lead end-to-end development of embedded software and capacitive sensing algorithms Define and drive software architecture and firmware design decisions Manage project delivery, ensuring timelines, quality, and customer expectations are met Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers Facilitate Agile/SCRUM processes including sprint planning and retrospectives Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IC design, hardware, and applications Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and trade-offs Act as a technical interface with customers, supporting system integration Technical Development Develop firmware using Embedded C and Assembler Perform model-based design using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools Design, simulate, and optimise touch sensing and signal processing algorithms Develop and debug low-level drivers for MCU peripherals Support integration with customer hardware and operating systems Work within a continuous delivery environment for consumer electronics Skills & Experience Essential Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or Software Engineering (BSc/BEng or equivalent) Extensive experience in embedded software or firmware development Experience in a technical lead or leadership role Strong experience with C programming for embedded systems Solid understanding of software architecture and system design Proven experience delivering complex, cross-functional engineering projects Hands-on debugging and development experience on embedded targets Experience with Git, SVN, or other version control systems Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable Experience with Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) or image processing Familiarity with test-driven development (TDD) and behaviour-driven development (BDD) Experience with defect tracking and task management tools What's on Offer Hybrid working with modern office facilities Private healthcare Mental health and wellbeing support programmes A collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment Opportunities to work on cutting-edge embedded and touch technologies A culture that encourages innovation, learning, and professional growth Why Apply? This is a unique opportunity to take on a technical leadership role in embedded software engineering, working on innovative products that push the boundaries of touch technology, AI data processing, and connected devices. If you are passionate about firmware development, embedded systems, and leading high-performing engineering teams, we'd love to hear from you. If you feel you are the right person for this position in Whiteley, and would like to talk in more detail, please send over your updated cv to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.

Senior Power Engineer Analogue Design Space / Aerospace Guildford Hybrid Key Tasks Primary role is an Analogue Design Engineer for Space Projects, including design, analysis, development, verification, test and delivery of the power subsystem/modules including Battery Charge/Discharge Regulators, Power Distribution Modules, Relay/Activation Modules, Drive Electronics for motors/mechanism, DC-DC converters (range from 5W-3kW), Heater Control Boards, Batteries and Solar Panels. Typical duties include: Requirements capture and derivation from top level requirements to module level requirements Design and delivery of Analogue/Power Electronics Modules in Spacecraft, which meet these requirements within the agreed schedule/cost Management and verification of these requirements Carrying out the required analysis to verify that these requirements will be met over the mission life-time including FMECA, WCA, PSA, Reliability Analysis, etc Specifying and carrying out the verification tests on hardware Authoring of technical documents (including test/verification plans, procedures and technical descriptions) Typical Analogue/Power Electronics Equipment in a spacecraft defined as follows: Batter Charge/Discharge Regulators, Power Distribution Modules, Relay/Activation Modules, Drive Electronics for motors/mechanism, DC-DC converters (range from 5W-1kW), Heater/Propulsion Control Boards, etc. Previous Experience Analogue/Power Electronics Design experience, ideally in the Space or Aerospace Industries Qualifications Knowledge & Skills BTEC / Degree in Electronics or equivalent Excellent understanding of analogue and power electronics Familiarity with microprocessor and FPGA interfacing Wide knowledge of electronic components, preferably for a space environment Wide experience with schematic capture and simulation software (i.e. Mentor Graphics, OrCAD PSPICE, etc.) An exciting opportunity to make a difference within the industry delivering highly innovative power solutions for spacecraft missions. This role involves responsibility for undertaking the design, analysis, development, verification and delivery of power system and energy conversion solutions into different missions, including power subsystem lead responsibility for those missions. This key role will often sit within the core team of a satellite mission interacting with other technical leads across multiple disciplines to generate the technical solutions for innovative projects. Benefits Highly competitive Salary dependent on experience Flexible working policies 32 days annual leave + BH Annual Company Bonus Scheme Up to 8% employer pension contribution Life Assurance (6X salary) Private Health Care Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes

Systems Engineer - Embedded and Hardware £60,000 to £70,000 depending on skills and experience + Bonus + Benefits Bedford The Vacancy Our client is seeking an experienced and Senior Systems Engineer - Embedded and Hardware to take ownership of the electronics and software workstream for their IVD medical devices. This is a senior role where you will act as technical design authority, ensuring robust system architecture, supplier governance and regulatory compliance while working at system level rather than as a day to day coder. Based in Bedford and working closely with both in house teams and international third party suppliers, this role offers the opportunity to influence products from early architecture through regulatory approval and post market readiness. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will provide technical governance and leadership across hardware, embedded firmware and PC software, ensuring all development activities meet quality, safety and regulatory requirements. You will operate as the system-level technical owner, shaping architecture, design controls and verification strategies, while ensuring supplier outputs are delivered to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Third Party Oversight and Governance: Partner with external suppliers to develop electronics, embedded firmware, and software for an IVD medical device, leading supplier governance across design controls, KPIs, risk management, schedules, budgets, quality, and regulatory compliance. Supplier Management and Deliverables: Author and manage supplier agreements (quality agreements, SOWs, acceptance criteria, configuration management) and review / approve all supplier outputs, including designs, code, risk documentation, testing artifacts, traceability, and release records Design Controls and Technical Leadership: Own system and software requirements (including safety, EMI / ESD protection, and usability) and ensure full bidirectional traceability from user needs through design, verification, and validation. Architecture, V&V, and Design Transfer: Lead system architecture decisions across electronics, firmware, and software; define and execute verification and validation strategies (including qualified tools and fixtures); and lead design transfer activities. Regulatory Compliance and QMS: Ensure supplier activities operate under ISO 13485 - compliant processes and deliver complete DHF / Technical Documentation regulatory expectations; align development to applicable standards. Risk, Submission and Audit Support: Lead and document risk management (ISO 14971), ensure readiness for UDI, labelling, post market surveillance, and change control, and support regulatory submissions and notified body audits by presenting clear technical rationales and objective evidence. Cross Functional and Stakeholder Integration: Integrate the electronics / software workstream with assay / chemistry, mechanical design, manufacturing / operations, and service, collaborating closely with Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and Customer Support to ensure end to end readiness. Risk, Performance and Delivery Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks, manage non conformities and CAPAs with root cause analysis, and track / report KPIs including quality, schedule adherence, test coverage, and audit outcomes. International travel required approximately 4 - 5 times per year. They're Looking for Someone Who Has: Proven experience in medical devices or IVDs, with hands on exposure to embedded electronics, firmware and software development within a regulated environment. Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or a related discipline; a Master's Degree would be advantageous. Demonstrable experience overseeing third party design partners, OEMs and ODMs. Strong background in real time embedded systems and instrument control. Solid understanding of design controls, verification and validation. Familiarity with statistical methods for V&V, measurement system analysis and design for reliability. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal. Comfortable working within Microsoft 365; Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Able to quickly interpret complex information and identify key technical and programme risks. They Can Offer You: An excellent working environment. Hybrid working - three days a week in the office with two days a week working from home. 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme including competitive employer's contribution. Private Medical Insurance package with additional medical cash plan scheme. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Company supported employee Health and Wellbeing programme. Life assurance. Free plentiful car parking and electrical car charging points. Beautiful parkland setting with excellent transportation links to Cambridge, Milton Keynes and London. The Company Our client is a world leader in the research, design and marketing of advanced consumer diagnostic products. Their research centre is at the cutting edge of innovation and is fully engaged in the development of reliable diagnostic products to empower women on their reproductive journey. They are committed to answering the needs of their existing and future consumers, through a continuous flow of new and innovative products. Interested? Click apply and complete your application.

Power Systems Engineer Space / Aerospace Guildford Hybrid An exciting opportunity to make a difference within the industry delivering highly innovative power solutions for spacecraft missions. This role involves responsibility for undertaking the design, analysis, development, verification and delivery of power system and energy conversion solutions into different missions, including power subsystem lead responsibility for those missions. This key role will often sit within the core team of a satellite mission interacting with other technical leads across multiple disciplines to generate the technical solutions for innovative projects. Key Tasks Primary role will be the Power System Engineer in Space Projects, working in a team supporting Senior Power System Engineers to deliver flight modules to spacecraft and support their integration and testing at spacecraft level. Typical duties include: Managing and updating module documentation including procedures, reports, interface documents and drawings Ensuring that module test equipment is operating normally Fault-finding on flight modules as necessary Overseeing of the testing of flight modules Preparing reviews of all test documentation Reviewing module build documentation Configuration and updating of ATE to suit the requirements of current modules Delivery of tested flight modules to the spacecraft Assembly, Integration and Test team on time In conjunction with Senior Engineers carrying out qualification testing on new and revised module designs Support to product development and new designs for future missions. Providing support for spacecraft-level Thermal-Vacuum testing Previous Experience At least 1 year proven Power System Engineering experience in a systems / power electronics role, ideally in the Space or Aerospace Industries though equivalent experience with complex electronic systems will be considered In-depth understanding of analogue and power electronics testing and fault-finding Familiarity with typical Power System Equipment in a spacecraft including: Battery Charge/Discharge Regulators, Power Distribution Modules, Relay/Activation Modules, Drive Electronics for motors/mechanism, DC-DC converters (range from 5W-3kW), Heater Control Boards, Batteries and Solar Panels Hands-on experience in fault-finding during development of power electronics/analogue products Good presentation and discussion skills of technical material to/with a technical audience Recent experience with schematic capture and simulation software (e.g. MentorGraphics, OrCAD PSPICE, etc.) Recent experience with scripting languages such as Python, ideally in a hardware/ATE control environment. Recent experience with the use of standard test equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, load units and meters. Qualifications Knowledge & Skills BTEC / Degree in Electronics or equivalent Very good understanding of analogue and power electronics Familiarity with microprocessor and FPGA interfacing Good knowledge of electronic components Familiarity with the use of test equipment in power environments and to be able to use it to produce accurate measurements in electrically noisy environments Familiarity of the use of scripting languages to control test sequencing Benefits Highly competitive Salary dependent on experience Flexible working policies 32 days annual leave + BH Annual Company Bonus Scheme Up to 8% employer pension contribution Life Assurance (6X salary) Private Health Care Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes

Senior Power Systems Engineer Space / Aerospace Guildford Hybrid An exciting opportunity to make a difference within the industry delivering highly innovative power solutions for spacecraft missions. This role involves responsibility for undertaking the design, analysis, development, verification and delivery of power system and energy conversion solutions into different missions, including power subsystem lead responsibility for those missions. This key role will often sit within the core team of a satellite mission interacting with other technical leads across multiple disciplines to generate the technical solutions for innovative projects. Key Tasks Primary role will be the Power Subsystem Lead and Work Package Managers in Space Projects, including design, analysis, development, verification, and delivery of the power subsystem/modules. Typical duties include: Act as Power Subsystem Lead and Work Package Manager in Space Projects Ownership of the power subsystem and all aspects feeding into and out of it Identification and flow-down of spacecraft system requirements to the spacecraft power system Delivery of a power system solution that meets these requirements in line with defined company processes Management and verification of these requirements System / subsystem level interfacing and trade-offs Management of technical solutions, supporting other design engineers where required. Management and delivery of satellite power systems work packages including budget, schedule, planning, risk management and interactions with project managers Interface with internal and external customers Authoring of technical documents (including interface level FMEA, development/test/verification plans, test procedures and technical descriptions) Minor updates to circuit designs (changing obsolete parts, incremental performance improvements, ECN generations, etc) Support product development and new designs for future missions. Providing input into bids for future contracts. Previous Experience At least 3 years proven Power System Engineering experience in a systems / power electronics role, ideally in the Space or Aerospace Industries. In-depth understanding of analogue and power electronics analysis, design, build, and test in a system/subsystem design Familiarity with typical Power System Equipment in a spacecraft including: Battery Charge/Discharge Regulators, Power Distribution Modules, Relay/Activation Modules, Drive Electronics for motors/mechanism, DC-DC converters (range from 5W-3kW), Heater Control Boards, Batteries and Solar Panels Hands-on design and manufacturing experience and fault-finding during development of power electronics/analogue products Good presentation and discussion skills of technical material to/with a technical audience Recent experience with schematic capture and simulation software (e.g. MentorGraphics, OrCAD PSPICE, etc.) Benefits Highly competitive Salary dependent on experience Flexible working policies 32 days annual leave + BH Annual Company Bonus Scheme Up to 8% employer pension contribution Life Assurance (6X salary) Private Health Care Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes

Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join our client as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Their values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on their technology. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. By joining them, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our Client s D&I Commitments They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. They believe in adding to their culture. Their diverse team shapes products that reflect their users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.

Embedded Software Engineer Bristol £50,000-£55,000 Hybrid My client is a design and technology consultancy specialising in IoT, embedded systems, and connected devices. They partner with global leaders in defence, medical, industrial, and energy sectors to design and deliver innovative, production-ready technology. Their multidisciplinary team brings together electronics, firmware, software, mechanical design, and manufacturing expertise under one roof. Role Overview We re looking for a Senior Embedded Engineer to join a growing team in Bristol This is a client-facing role working directly with major global clients on multiple concurrent projects across diverse sectors. The work is varied, fast-paced, and highly rewarding, offering the opportunity to develop advanced IoT and embedded systems from concept through to production. This position represents a major career growth opportunity. As my client continues to expand, they are establishing firmware as a distinct and autonomous function within the business. You ll initially take ownership of the embedded function within a key project, then help define the future of the department shaping its processes, standards, and team as it grows. It s an ideal role for someone ready to take a significant step up in responsibility and leadership, with the long-term goal of building and leading the embedded engineering capability within an innovative, forward-looking company. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware in C/C++ for ESP32 and STM32 platforms. Lead development using ESP-IDF, including OTA updates, BLE, Wi-Fi, and peripheral integration. Work directly with global clients to define, develop, and deliver high-quality embedded systems. Develop and optimise firmware across BLE, Wi-Fi, LoRa, ZigBee, LTE, 5G, and NB-IoT. Integrate and control vision systems (thermal and RGB cameras). Collaborate closely with electronics engineers on PCB bring-up, debugging, and validation. Essential Skills & Experience • Strong C/C++ programming for embedded systems. • Expert knowledge of ESP32 (ESP-IDF) and STM32 microcontrollers. • Solid understanding of wireless communication protocols: BLE, Wi-Fi, LoRa, ZigBee, LTE, 5G, NB-IoT. • Proven experience implementing OTA (Over-The-Air) update systems. • Experience with vision systems or camera integration (e.g. Lepton, Arducam). • Ability to read schematics and collaborate effectively with hardware teams. • Experience using JTAG/SWD, oscilloscopes, and logic analysers. • Familiarity with RTOS (FreeRTOS or similar) and event-driven architectures. • Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with clients and presenting solutions. Package • £50,000 £55,000 salary + profit share bonus (eligible after 12 months). • Hybrid working 2 days per week from home. • Flexible hours (flexi-time). • Work on multiple concurrent, high-impact projects with global industry leaders. • A genuine opportunity to take ownership, shape a new department, and grow into a leadership role. • Ongoing professional development and career progression support. • A collaborative, engineering-led culture that values innovation, autonomy, and excellence.

RSSB are now seeking an experienced Principal Technical Lead to drive the hands-on technical delivery of a new greenfield industry services platform. This is an exciting delivery-focused role for a senior engineer who can lead by doing: making confident technical decisions, setting the quality bar, and guiding a multi-disciplinary sprint team to build and ship a complex system. As Principal Technical Lead, you will deliver a suite of capabilities including workflow automation, document management, scheduling optimisation, real-time notifications, and integrated reporting. A range of internal and external systems including CRM, ERP, payment, and document signing services will be integrated. The close date of this role is 24th May 2026. When applying, please keep your CV to a maximum of three pages. As part of the application, we'll also ask you to answer one short application question (up to 200 words). Responsibilities: Own the technical delivery of the platform, ensuring the team consistently ships high-quality, production-ready increments. Ensure engineering standards are followed across the team: coding conventions, API design, security practices, and code review processes. Lead estimation, sprint planning, and decomposition of technical work; proactively identify and manage technical risk, dependencies, and blockers. Collaborate with the Delivery Manager and Product Owner to shape the backlog. Contribute directly to the codebase. Particularly on complex features, integration points, and technically critical components. Setting the standard for others to follow. Ensure alignment with the solution architecture function, clearly articulating technical constraints, risks, or emerging complexity with architectural implications, supported by evidence and proposed alternatives. Ensure application of secure-by-design principles and validate and refine Figma wireframes. Represent the team's technical work clearly and credibly to non-technical audiences. Define and enforce CI/CD pipeline standards using Azure DevOps, including branch strategy, build validation, deployment gates, and environment promotion. Qualifications: Proven experience as a technical lead on a complex, multi-service platform, with direct responsibility for technical delivery quality and team output. Extensive C# and ASP.NET Core experience, including RESTful APIs, dependency injection, domain modelling, integration patterns, and performance considerations. Experience with Entity Framework Core code-first migrations and data modelling. Strong front-end engineering skills in React and TypeScript, including component architecture, state management, and integration with REST/SignalR backends. Solid understanding of event-driven architectures. Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL or comparable relational databases. Experience with API and application security. Practical knowledge of Python, including frameworks such as FastAPI. Practical knowledge of the Java stack. Proven experience with deploying and managing Azure cloud services. Experience deploying and operating containerised workloads in Kubernetes. Experience writing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps. Engagement with novel technology, such as AI, to maximise output. Experience collaborating with UX designers - reviewing wireframes and providing technical feedback. Agile delivery experience, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, estimation, and working productively with a Product Owner and Delivery Manager. Experience integrating with payment platforms (e.g. Stripe) and electronic signature services (e.g. DocuSign). Experience developing solutions within a regulated industry. Communicate effectively and share thoughts and ideas through methods appropriate to the audience. Application guidance: CVs should be no longer than three pages, and applicants will be asked to answer one 200 word application question. Why Join RSSB? We offer a competitive salary aligned to the public interest and not for profit sector, together with a strong total reward package. While this role is not positioned at top end technology salary levels, we believe our overall offer provides meaningful value through flexibility, benefits, and long term development. Our benefits package includes: 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Private medical and dental cover Flexible and hybrid working options Season ticket loan and travel subsidy Cycle to work scheme Volunteer leave Performance-related bonus Pension scheme Learning and development opportunities Ready to Apply? If you're ready to take the next step in your career with RSSB, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of railway standards. We value diversity and equal opportunities in employment and are committed to creating a workplace which is inclusive to everyone. As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme , we encourage candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria, to apply for our jobs. If you have applied under the Disability Confident Scheme, please let us know in advance by emailing Find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at RSSB: Rail Safety and Standards Board Careers - VERCIDA If you require any reasonable adjustments with respect to our selection process including information in an alternative format, please contact us at

R&D Electronics Design Engineer (IoT Prototypes) Dundee - Hybrid £500 - £600 per day + OUTSIDE IR35 + Remote + Training + Progression + Company Benefits Are you an Electronics Design Engineer that wants to work in a senior team of highly skilled engineers and developers that are truly R&D focussed, working collaboratively to solve some of the industry's most technical challenges? Do you want to work on the latest cutting edge projects in the fields of Automation, Access Control and IoT for a national leading business with fantastic progression and training? This company offers a truly R&D focused environment were you will be tasked with designing the latest wearables, IoT devices, access control and the next generation of metering systems. This role is focussed on R&D for their latest product suite and future products due to be released for new industries like health & leisure, wearables & telecoms. This business has gone from strength to strength over the last decade and is quickly becoming one of Scotland's leading names in the Smart Energy sector that are tier one suppliers for the likes of EDF, Npower and David Lloyds. The ideal candidate will be someone that genuinely enjoys R&D projects, have experience in Altium for PCB design and be happy to manage the verification and validation for product releases. THE ROLE: Work collaboratively to define the product development life cycle Use Altium for PCB design and layouts Test and debug designs Work both in a team and autonomously to build theoretical models THE PERSON: Have experience writing code in PCB Design Experience with Altium Be able to commute to Dundee on occasion or work remotely Refernece: BBBH25218 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered

Join our client as a Senior Electronics Engineer! Are you a passionate Senior Electronics Engineer looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is seeking a dedicated individual to help enhance the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact: Technical Delivery and Leadership: Lead complex, multi disciplinary electronics projects, balancing scope, time, cost, quality and risk while supporting informed trade off decisions and coordinating contributors as needed. System Architecture and Lifecycle: Define and maintain robust, portable electronic platforms and subsystems with long-term lifecycle focus. Subsystem Ownership: Own the strategy, architecture and lifecycle of key subsystems, including audio / acoustics, embedded controllers, thermal solutions, HMIs, infrared and sensor systems. Electronics and PCB Design: Deliver end to end circuit design, schematic capture and analysis. Guide and review PCB layouts to ensure signal integrity, EMC, reliability and manufacturability. Firmware Collaboration: Contribute hands on to embedded firmware development and code reviews alongside Firmware Engineers, ensuring designs are robust, testable and maintainable. Test, Verification and Validation: Champion testable design and automated testing, supporting CI where appropriate. Lead verification and validation activities through lab testing, user trials and real world use. Quality and Compliance: Act as a subject matter expert for medical electrical safety and EMC standards (IEC 60601 1 / 60601 1 2). Own timely investigation and resolution of quality issues. Risk Management: Perform DFMEAs and risk assessments in line with ISO 14971, implementing controls and providing verification evidence. Manufacturing Handover: Create accurate, version controlled BOMs and manufacturing data packs. Support production, service and repair teams with training and clear quality measures. Suppliers and Stakeholders: Build strong supplier partnerships and collaborate closely with Quality, Production, Eye Tracking and Repairs to improve reliability, serviceability and cost. Technology Strategy and Mentoring: Contribute to technology scouting and feasibility studies. Mentor Engineers and support a positive, high performing engineering culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Collaborative team player: Values team success, supports colleagues across disciplines and contributes actively to shared goals. Broad hardware subsystem expertise: Experience across audio / acoustics, embedded controllers, thermal solutions, HMIs, infrared, sensors and hardware / firmware interfaces. Proactive, practical mindset: Comfortable taking initiative, navigating ambiguity and driving work forward in a fast moving environment. Clear communicator: Able to explain complex technical topics clearly and concisely to both technical and non technical audiences. Accessibility or AAC experience: Familiarity with user needs, environments and constraints within AAC or related assistive technology domains. Strong documentation discipline: Produces clear design documentation, maintains accurate version controlled BOMs, and contributes effectively to design and code reviews. Deep electronics expertise: Strong foundations in digital, analogue and power electronics, making sound architecture and component trade offs. Circuit, PCB and firmware capability: Experienced in schematic capture, DFM / DFA principles, PCB layout review, and embedded C / C++ firmware development using Zephyr RTOS (e.g. Nordic, STM32). Test, compliance and risk focus: Designs for testability, supports automated testing and CI, understands IEC 60601 standards, and applies DFMEA and ISO 14971 risk management. Supplier and manufacturing collaboration: Works effectively with suppliers and manufacturing partners, resolving issues quickly and incorporating feedback into designs. About Our Client Our client is at the forefront of assistive communication technology, creating products used worldwide by people with diverse needs. Their values passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change shape everything they do. Our Client s Culture, Sustainability and Inclusion They believe everyone deserves a voice. They foster a collaborative, inclusive workplace and prioritise sustainability through responsible product and process design. They are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday, offering barrier free recruitment and workplace adjustments. Rewards and Benefits Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. Ready to Make a Difference? Join our client and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to try to recruit directly from the market rather than engage support from an agency.

Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox Smartbox is a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Our values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on our technology. Our Commitment to Sustainability We prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce our environmental impact. By joining us, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our D&I Commitments We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. We believe in adding to our culture. Our diverse team shapes products that reflect our users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.

Job Title: Lead Applications Engineer Location: Sheffield (Hybrid 4 days onsite / relocation package available) Salary: Up to £80k (DOE) We re looking for a Lead Applications Engineer to take ownership of a growing applications engineering function within a highly technical, product-focused organisation. You will lead customer-facing engineering activities, drive application strategy, and work closely with engineering, sales, and marketing teams to support advanced electronic and technologies. About the Role: Lead, mentor, and develop a growing applications engineering team supporting global customers Act as the escalation point for complex customer technical issues, working closely with sales, field applications, and engineering teams Provide technical support across existing product lines and oversee high-quality customer engagement Develop and implement processes to improve applications engineering effectiveness and customer satisfaction Drive technical engagements including design reviews, prototyping, and system-level troubleshooting Oversee the development of application notes, technical documentation, training materials, and sales collateral Conduct and oversee lab-based testing, validation, and experimentation Represent the business at customer sites and international industry events Build deep technical expertise across the product portfolio and act as a subject matter expert Feed customer and market insights into product roadmaps and support product definition and technical documentation Manage team resources, budgets, and future hiring plans About You Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related field 7+ years experience in applications engineering, with progression into a senior or lead role Background in electronics, semiconductor, sensing, or communications-related industries Experience supporting global customers in a fast-paced, product-driven environment Experience with analogue and mixed-signal electronic systems Experience supporting customer design-in activities and managing product-related investigations Experience with modelling, simulation, and data analysis tools Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams Strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering, sales, marketing, and operations Proficient with high-speed or high-frequency systems (including RF or signal integrity) Electronics experience including communication systems, Schematics, and PCB design Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for the role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.

A dynamic and expanding engineering company, leading the way in advanced technical solutions, is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer. The primary focus of the role is developing C++ code for embedded electronic systems and products. The Role Design and develop robust software in C/C++ for embedded platforms Create and maintain technical documentation to support design decisions Ensure software operates reliably and meets functional specifications Shape the long-term direction of software architecture and capabilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative technology within real-world constraints Develop and maintain test suites, including unit and integration tests Implement and troubleshoot hardware interfaces and data protocols (e.g., CAN, UART, TCP/IP) Build and maintain user-facing applications using both commercial and open-source toolkits Work closely with hardware and firmware engineers to align system-level behaviour Assist in scoping projects, breaking down requirements, and mentoring junior engineers The Candidate Strong experience programming in C++ for embedded systems Experienced with testing practices and tools Experience working in Linux-based environments Exposure to platforms like Xilinx or PetaLinux whighly beneficial, but not essential A collaborative team player with an eye for clean, maintainable code The Offer Offering up to 65,000, hybrid working model with flexible working hours, private medical cover and relocation support available.

Senior Software Engineer Taunton - Hybrid (2 days on site P/W) 45,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Training + Progression + Private Pension + Holiday Buying Options + Autonomy Are you a Senior Software Engineer looking to take ownership of architecture, influence technical direction, and build highquality software that interfaces directly with real world industrial hardware? This is a senior, handson role working across modern servicebased platforms and established WPF applications used in demanding automated electrical test environments. You will play a key part in shaping system architecture, driving best practice, and developing robust, maintainable solutions that are relied upon by customers worldwide. You will work closely with electrical, systems, and test engineers to deliver integrated solutions, contributing across the full lifecycle from concept and design through to delivery and long term support. Backed by a stable engineering business that continues to invest in new technologies, this role offers long term career progression, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a genuine technical impact. You will be trusted to tackle open ended technical problems, lead design discussions, and help guide the evolution of both new microservice based platforms and legacy WPF products. The environment is collaborative, quality driven, and agile, with projects ranging from short development cycles through to long term programmes. The Role: Design, develop, and maintain desktop and web applications using C#, WPF, and modern web technologies such as Vue.js Take a leading role in software architecture and design, ensuring scalable and maintainable solutions Contribute to microservice architecture and Azure based modernisation initiatives Maintain and evolve legacy systems while planning for their future development Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams in an agile environment Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and CI/CD processes The Person: Senior Software Engineer with strong commercial experience Strong background in C#, WPF, and modern software design principles (SOLID) Proven experience contributing to or leading architectural decisions Exposure to industrial systems, electronics, or hardwareintegrated software is advantageous Reference Number:BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Job title: Controls Systems Engineer Location: Royston, UK (site based) Working within the Engineering support Team and reporting to the Controls System Lead Engineer, the Software/Controls Engineer (SCE) is responsible for designing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment and software on PLC and SCADA systems, which are used to monitor and control the plant systems at Royston. Much of your time will be spent on software orientated tasks including but not limited to: fault finding, testing of Logic coding, implementing changes to the existing Controls Infrastructure in line with actions arising from MOC requests, attend HAZOP Studies / PHA's etc as a Software and Controls representative. Provide Software and Controls input for projects for the site, this could be modifications to existing systems or new installations altogether. World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Controls System engineer, you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. Platinum Group Metal Services (PGMS) is one of four businesses within the Efficient Natural Resources Sector that manages, distributes, refines and recycles precious metals and fabricates products using precious metals and related materials. The business unit also manufactures platinum group metals, minor metal compounds, organometallics and fine metal powders for high technology applications, as well as providing a range of management services for platinum group metals. PGMS has manufacturing operations in the UK, US and China and sells to key markets globally across Europe, the US and Asia. The role: As a Controls Systems Engineer, you will help drive our goals by: Supporting the projects teams at initial design stages to offer advice on the selection of software and controls equipment to ensure improved levels of plant reliability and maintainability, designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment and software as required. Implement and continually review the controls strategy to ensure business needs, both current and future are maintained and developed. Implement recognised standards with regards to alarm management and safety related control functions so that process safety is delivered. Provide expert knowledge of PLC systems, JM preferred is Omron and Allen-Bradley. Provide expert knowledge of SCADA systems, JM preferred is Wonderware (Intouch) and Inductive Automation's (Ignition) SCADA packages. Lead completion of software related breakdowns and reactive plant support Ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the controls network infrastructure including but not limited to: o Server Health monitoring o Data replication / backup verifications o Database administration for IACS. Key skills that will help you succeed in this role: Hold a formal Electronic/Controls qualification such as Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent recognised Training Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming, modification, and fault-finding across Rockwell Automation (Control Logix, CompactLogix) and Omron (CS1/CJ series) platforms Proficient in Studio 5000 / RS Logix 5000 for Rockwell Systems and CX-Programmer for Omron systems Competent in commissioning, testing, and maintaining Industrial Control Systems in a live production environment Experience integrating PLCs with SCADA/HMI Systems, including Intouch (Wonderware), Ignition (Inductive Automation) and FactoryTalk View SE/ME (Rockwell) Skilled in diagnosing communication issues across Ethernet/IP, Device net, Profibus and Omron FINS networks Work Environment: The work environment is mostly office based with occasional visits to the operational areas, both pyrometallurgical and Hydrometallurgical. Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further! What we offer: We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as: Retirement savings Share plans Saving accounts House saving funds Life and disability insurance Commuter allowances and loans Medical plans / health assessments Fitness discounts Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career! At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact (url removed). We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience. Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised. To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online. All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise.Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice . By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice. Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

Are you a Senior Software Engineer with strong C++ skills and a background in signal processing, looking for a role where your work genuinely matters? Do you want technical leadership, real project ownership, and a career you can shape yourself? We're working with a highly respected, specialist technology business based in Chertsey to find a Senior Software Engineer to join their experienced engineering team. This is a hybrid role offering genuine flexibility alongside meaningful, technically challenging work. Important: This role requires SC or DV Security Clearance eligibility. Applicants must be sole UK nationals. What you'll be doing: Leading and mentoring a team of software engineers, taking responsibility for the quality and delivery of their work Defining architectural and detailed software designs as part of broader system development Working across multi-disciplinary teams collaborating with firmware and electronics engineers to ensure system requirements are met end-to-end Implementing and testing software in C++ to industry standards across Linux and Windows platforms Applying acoustic signal processing expertise to real-world embedded and real-time applications Using structured design tools including Enterprise Architect and UML-based design methods Managing software verification and validation against contractual requirement sets Presenting designs to internal teams and customers at all project stages Supporting system integration, acceptance activities, and Docker-based implementations What we're looking for essential: Strong C++ development experience on Linux and/or Windows platforms Experience in acoustic signal processing or real-time embedded software Proven software team leadership technical and interpersonal Comfortable with structured design tools, version control, and IDE environments Experience of software V&V against a formal requirement set Clear, precise technical communicator confident presenting to customers and senior stakeholders BSc or above in Engineering, Maths, Science or equivalent experience SC or DV clearance held or eligible to obtain Full UK driving licence Nice to have: Defence, government, or highly regulated industry background Experience with Docker containers or similar Familiarity with Enterprise Architect and UML What's in it for you: Up to 24 additional holiday days per year via paid overtime or TOIL Private medical care 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide Christmas closedown most staff off 24th December to 2nd January Competitive employer-matched pension Company tech laptop, mobile and home office equipment provided Salary sacrifice schemes bikes, tech and more Gym discounts plus onsite gym at Chertsey Flexible core hours: 09 00 & 14 00 Training, upskilling and genuine career development investment Relocation package available This is a role for someone who wants to lead technically, work on complex and meaningful products, and have real ownership of where their career goes.

Principal Hardware Engineer - Near Edinburgh Hybrid - 65K plus Bonus Having placed a number of people into their team ourselves, Lorien's long standing client based near Edinburgh - a leader in their industry with a growing and consistently award-winning product line - have asked us to help them in their searches for a Principal Hardware Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. Taking designs from initial concept stages to production, you'll be a driving force behind new ideas, contribute towards the ongoing improvements of key electronics and systems at the core of the product line, and work with a great team of Engineers while providing well-appreciated technical guidance. What's more, the products you'll work on improve the lives of millions of people across the globe, and so this is truly a rewarding opportunity, and everyone in the team feels part of that journey. Here's a snapshot of the duties involved: Getting to grips with everything from concept gen, analysis and development of new digital/analogue/mixed signal electronics as well as systems architecture Providing technical specs and other documentation Reviewing current and new designs (as well as helping less senior Engineers with theirs) Contributing to the firm's ongoing technical vision and roadmap, and identifying areas for improvement including new technologies Being a bridge between the hardware and product development teams, as well as ensuring 3rd parties deliver The kind of skills they're looking for: Strong background in digital and analogue electronics design and analysis, electronics assembly processes and testing approaches Background involving DFx (Design for Manufacturing, Assembly and Test) and EMC design Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and with a focus on the customer's needs Enjoy working as part of a team, sharing knowledge and using your expertise to help others and improve current and future product offerings If you like what you've read so far, apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration and let's have a chat Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Systems Engineer - Embedded and Hardware £60,000 to £70,000 depending on skills and experience + Bonus + Benefits Bedford The Vacancy Our client is seeking an experienced and Senior Systems Engineer - Embedded and Hardware to take ownership of the electronics and software workstream for their IVD medical devices. This is a senior role where you will act as technical design authority, ensuring robust system architecture, supplier governance and regulatory compliance while working at system level rather than as a day to day coder. Based in Bedford and working closely with both in house teams and international third party suppliers, this role offers the opportunity to influence products from early architecture through regulatory approval and post market readiness. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will provide technical governance and leadership across hardware, embedded firmware and PC software, ensuring all development activities meet quality, safety and regulatory requirements. You will operate as the system-level technical owner, shaping architecture, design controls and verification strategies, while ensuring supplier outputs are delivered to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Third Party Oversight and Governance : Partner with external suppliers to develop electronics, embedded firmware, and software for an IVD medical device, leading supplier governance across design controls, KPIs, risk management, schedules, budgets, quality, and regulatory compliance. Supplier Management and Deliverables : Author and manage supplier agreements (quality agreements, SOWs, acceptance criteria, configuration management) and review / approve all supplier outputs, including designs, code, risk documentation, testing artifacts, traceability, and release records Design Controls and Technical Leadership: Own system and software requirements (including safety, EMI / ESD protection, and usability) and ensure full bidirectional traceability from user needs through design, verification, and validation. Architecture, V&V, and Design Transfer: Lead system architecture decisions across electronics, firmware, and software; define and execute verification and validation strategies (including qualified tools and fixtures); and lead design transfer activities. Regulatory Compliance and QMS: Ensure supplier activities operate under ISO 13485 - compliant processes and deliver complete DHF / Technical Documentation regulatory expectations; align development to applicable standards. Risk, Submission and Audit Support: Lead and document risk management (ISO 14971), ensure readiness for UDI, labelling, post market surveillance, and change control, and support regulatory submissions and notified body audits by presenting clear technical rationales and objective evidence. Cross Functional and Stakeholder Integration: Integrate the electronics / software workstream with assay / chemistry, mechanical design, manufacturing / operations, and service, collaborating closely with Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and Customer Support to ensure end to end readiness. Risk, Performance and Delivery Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks, manage non conformities and CAPAs with root cause analysis, and track / report KPIs including quality, schedule adherence, test coverage, and audit outcomes. International travel required approximately 4 - 5 times per year. They're Looking for Someone Who Has: Proven experience in medical devices or IVDs, with hands on exposure to embedded electronics, firmware and software development within a regulated environment. Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or a related discipline; a Master's Degree would be advantageous. Demonstrable experience overseeing third party design partners, OEMs and ODMs. Strong background in real time embedded systems and instrument control. Solid understanding of design controls, verification and validation. Familiarity with statistical methods for V&V, measurement system analysis and design for reliability. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal. Comfortable working within Microsoft 365; Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Able to quickly interpret complex information and identify key technical and programme risks. They Can Offer You: An excellent working environment. Hybrid working - three days a week in the office with two days a week working from home. 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme including competitive employer's contribution. Private Medical Insurance package with additional medical cash plan scheme. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Company supported employee Health and Wellbeing programme. Life assurance. Free plentiful car parking and electrical car charging points. Beautiful parkland setting with excellent transportation links to Cambridge, Milton Keynes and London. The Company Our client is a world leader in the research, design and marketing of advanced consumer diagnostic products. Their research centre is at the cutting edge of innovation and is fully engaged in the development of reliable diagnostic products to empower women on their reproductive journey. They are committed to answering the needs of their existing and future consumers, through a continuous flow of new and innovative products. Interested Click apply and you will be redirected to our client's careers page to complete your application.

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine industry. We're seeking an experienced and versatile Senior Software Engineer - Sensors join our Edge Team. This is a rare opportunity to help define and deliver our cutting-edge Maritime Surveillance and Fisheries Monitoring solutions, working at the intersection of hardware, software, and advanced sensor technologies. About the role of Senior Software Engineer - Sensors - (not exhaustive): In the Edge Team, you'll work on the "sensors at the fringe" fixed and mobile surveillance equipment such as radars, cameras, RDF, AIS, and other specialist maritime sensors. Your mission as a Senior Software Engineer - Sensors will be to integrate, calibrate, and optimise these systems in non-production environments, building the software that makes their outputs usable for downstream systems and training our Delivery Team for field deployment. The role spans multi-domain sensor fusion, AI-assisted analysis, anomaly detection, augmented reality, autonomous sentry operation, and evidence collection. You'll work closely with colleagues across software, hardware, data science, and infrastructure to bring innovative, high-performance edge solutions to life. What You'll Be Doing - Senior Software Engineer - Sensors Design, develop, and maintain edge-sensor solutions focusing on performance, reliability, and scalability. Build test infrastructure to capture and analyse quality and performance metrics Work across the stack - UI, backend, robotics, device integrations, networking - learning new technologies as needed Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality Diagnose and resolve technical issues through root cause analysis Automate SDLC processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort Produce and maintain technical documentation Mentor peers, contribute to code reviews, and promote collaborative working practices What You'll Bring - Senior Software Engineer - Sensors Strong engineering mindset with experience in one or more of: Microsoft .Net, GoLang, Python, C++, Rust. Broad exposure to remote sensing disciplines, including: Mathematics, physics, and geospatial mapping Working with sensor hardware and electronics Networking principles, protocols, and services Application development across embedded, desktop, and web platforms Video and radar signal processing (e.g., OpenCV) AI-based, hardware-accelerated image processing (e.g., YOLO) Familiarity with Enterprise Systems architecture Experience with version control systems (Git) and SDLC automation tools Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and collaboration skills Why Join Us? Work on mission-critical maritime surveillance systems used worldwide Be part of an ambitious, innovative, and supportive team making a direct impact on global maritime safety and sustainability Enjoy flexible hybrid working Competitive salary and benefits, including: Matched pension contributions up to 5% Private health care Development and training programmes SRT Marine Systems plc is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applications from all backgrounds.