Control Systems Engineer £40,000 - £50,000 + 30 Days Holiday, Health Scheme, Gym Membership, Early Finish Friday, Flexitime Plymouth Ref: 25414 Ready to work on advanced automation systems used across aerospace, renewable energy, automotive and marine industries? Join a specialist engineering business designing bespoke automated equipment for a leading international customer base. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer looking to work on varied, technically challenging projects with real involvement across the full project lifecycle. From PLC software development and control system design through to commissioning and client handover, you ll play a key role in delivering innovative automation solutions while developing your long-term career within automation and controls engineering. Control Systems Engineer - The Role: Design electrical and control systems for special purpose machinery Develop and modify PLC software, primarily using Siemens and Omron platforms Work closely with electrical, mechanical and software engineering teams Support projects from feasibility through to build, commissioning and customer handover Assist with technical sales support, quotations and customer problem-solving Research new technologies and solutions to improve equipment performance Control Systems Engineer - What We re Looking For: Experience with PLC programming, ideally Siemens TIA Portal or Omron Strong understanding of automation and machinery control systems Practical engineering problem-solving skills Strong communication and relationship-building ability Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required Why Join? Work on bespoke, technically advanced automation projects Exposure to multiple high-tech industries and international customers Structured development and long-term career progression Varied role with involvement across the full project lifecycle Excellent benefits package including 30 days holiday, health scheme and gym membership Interested? If you re looking for a role where you can develop technically, work on genuinely interesting automation projects and be part of a supportive engineering team, we d love to hear from you. For more information, please contact John Anderson. AE1
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Control Systems Engineer £40,000 - £50,000 + 30 Days Holiday, Health Scheme, Gym Membership, Early Finish Friday, Flexitime Plymouth Ref: 25414 Ready to work on advanced automation systems used across aerospace, renewable energy, automotive and marine industries? Join a specialist engineering business designing bespoke automated equipment for a leading international customer base. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer looking to work on varied, technically challenging projects with real involvement across the full project lifecycle. From PLC software development and control system design through to commissioning and client handover, you ll play a key role in delivering innovative automation solutions while developing your long-term career within automation and controls engineering. Control Systems Engineer - The Role: Design electrical and control systems for special purpose machinery Develop and modify PLC software, primarily using Siemens and Omron platforms Work closely with electrical, mechanical and software engineering teams Support projects from feasibility through to build, commissioning and customer handover Assist with technical sales support, quotations and customer problem-solving Research new technologies and solutions to improve equipment performance Control Systems Engineer - What We re Looking For: Experience with PLC programming, ideally Siemens TIA Portal or Omron Strong understanding of automation and machinery control systems Practical engineering problem-solving skills Strong communication and relationship-building ability Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required Why Join? Work on bespoke, technically advanced automation projects Exposure to multiple high-tech industries and international customers Structured development and long-term career progression Varied role with involvement across the full project lifecycle Excellent benefits package including 30 days holiday, health scheme and gym membership Interested? If you re looking for a role where you can develop technically, work on genuinely interesting automation projects and be part of a supportive engineering team, we d love to hear from you. For more information, please contact John Anderson. AE1
Senior Laser Systems Engineer Laser Micro-Machining Didcot £50,000pa - £60,000pa plus excellent benefits: An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior Laser Systems Engineer to join a world leading laser systems and high-precision laser micromachining manufacturer. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role acts as a technical bridge between this organisations customers, sales teams and engineering teams (mechanical, optical, electrical, software), ensuring that complex systems meet performance, reliability, and customer requirements. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role would perfectly fit someone that wants to remain technical yet gain more experience and exposure to the commercial aspects of the design, integration, validation, and delivery of high precision laser systems. These are the key areas of your work: Commercial: Provide feedback and advice to the sales team in terms of costings, technical details, proposals, documentation, and technical solutions. Systems Engineering & Integration: Own, define and manage end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment. Requirements & Verification: Capture, analyse and manager customer and stakeholder requirements, translating them into clear technical specifications. Project & Product Development: Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing systems and contribute to design reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with mechanical, optical, electrical, software teams. Documentation & Compliance: Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and verification procedures. About you: An attitude and aptitude to support the commercial success of this business area. Degree in Engineering or Physics (e.g., Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Optical Engineering). Hands-on experience of laser micromachining Knowledge of laser, optics, motion systems, software and laser interactions Understanding of: System architecture and integration Control systems and automation Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system-level technical issues. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across teams and with customers. Desirable Experience of systems engineering Knowledge of project management and V&V processes If you re a Senior Laser Systems Engineer with experience in shaping Laser Micro-Machining solutions, then please apply now. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Laser Systems Engineer Laser Micro-Machining Didcot £50,000pa - £60,000pa plus excellent benefits: An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior Laser Systems Engineer to join a world leading laser systems and high-precision laser micromachining manufacturer. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role acts as a technical bridge between this organisations customers, sales teams and engineering teams (mechanical, optical, electrical, software), ensuring that complex systems meet performance, reliability, and customer requirements. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role would perfectly fit someone that wants to remain technical yet gain more experience and exposure to the commercial aspects of the design, integration, validation, and delivery of high precision laser systems. These are the key areas of your work: Commercial: Provide feedback and advice to the sales team in terms of costings, technical details, proposals, documentation, and technical solutions. Systems Engineering & Integration: Own, define and manage end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment. Requirements & Verification: Capture, analyse and manager customer and stakeholder requirements, translating them into clear technical specifications. Project & Product Development: Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing systems and contribute to design reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with mechanical, optical, electrical, software teams. Documentation & Compliance: Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and verification procedures. About you: An attitude and aptitude to support the commercial success of this business area. Degree in Engineering or Physics (e.g., Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Optical Engineering). Hands-on experience of laser micromachining Knowledge of laser, optics, motion systems, software and laser interactions Understanding of: System architecture and integration Control systems and automation Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system-level technical issues. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across teams and with customers. Desirable Experience of systems engineering Knowledge of project management and V&V processes If you re a Senior Laser Systems Engineer with experience in shaping Laser Micro-Machining solutions, then please apply now. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).
Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.
IT Systems Engineer £38,000 Our Client are a leading British Manufacturer within the Materials Handling sector. Currently recruiting for an IT Systems Engineer. Hours of work: 7.00am to 4:00pm (30 Minutes lunch) Monday to Thursday, 7.00am to 1.00pm on Fridays. Primary Location: Stourport The Role: Install, configure, and maintain Windows servers, desktops, and network infrastructure Provide technical support to users across the organisation Monitor system performance and resolve hardware, software, and network issues Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Microsoft 365 environments Support virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V Assist with cybersecurity measures including patching, antivirus, backups, and access controls Maintain IT documentation, asset registers, and support procedures Support cloud technologies and hybrid infrastructure environments Work with external suppliers and vendors where required Participate in IT projects including upgrades, migrations, and system deployments Adhering to all relevant ISO processes and policies The role also includes a number of other smaller administrative and coordination tasks The Candidate: Previous experience in an IT Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or similar role Strong knowledge of: Windows Server environments Active Directory & Group Policy Microsoft 365 administration Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, switches, firewalls, VPNs) Virtualisation technologies Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently Strong work ethic Use of initiative Azure or AWS cloud experience Experience with cybersecurity tools and best practices PowerShell scripting knowledge Relevant certifications such as Microsoft, CompTIA, or Cisco Experience of Sage 200 would be desirable Experience of working within a factory setting would be an advantage If this role sounds of interest, then please contact Kate Shorthouse at TRC and apply via this advertisement with your CV.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
IT Systems Engineer £38,000 Our Client are a leading British Manufacturer within the Materials Handling sector. Currently recruiting for an IT Systems Engineer. Hours of work: 7.00am to 4:00pm (30 Minutes lunch) Monday to Thursday, 7.00am to 1.00pm on Fridays. Primary Location: Stourport The Role: Install, configure, and maintain Windows servers, desktops, and network infrastructure Provide technical support to users across the organisation Monitor system performance and resolve hardware, software, and network issues Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Microsoft 365 environments Support virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V Assist with cybersecurity measures including patching, antivirus, backups, and access controls Maintain IT documentation, asset registers, and support procedures Support cloud technologies and hybrid infrastructure environments Work with external suppliers and vendors where required Participate in IT projects including upgrades, migrations, and system deployments Adhering to all relevant ISO processes and policies The role also includes a number of other smaller administrative and coordination tasks The Candidate: Previous experience in an IT Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or similar role Strong knowledge of: Windows Server environments Active Directory & Group Policy Microsoft 365 administration Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, switches, firewalls, VPNs) Virtualisation technologies Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently Strong work ethic Use of initiative Azure or AWS cloud experience Experience with cybersecurity tools and best practices PowerShell scripting knowledge Relevant certifications such as Microsoft, CompTIA, or Cisco Experience of Sage 200 would be desirable Experience of working within a factory setting would be an advantage If this role sounds of interest, then please contact Kate Shorthouse at TRC and apply via this advertisement with your CV.
Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Senior Engineer - Stability Control Systems & Driveline Duration: 10 Month Contract Location: Gaydon Rate: 33.88 per hour inside IR35 About the Role At Contechs, we are supporting a leading automotive OEM in the search for a Senior Engineer - Stability Control Systems & Driveline to join their Vehicle Dynamics team. This team is responsible for delivering world-class ride, steering, handling, and stability control systems . You will play a key role in developing and delivering advanced stability functions including Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), ABS, Torque Vectoring, Traction Control, and Driveline Distribution . This is a highly hands-on role, covering the full lifecycle from requirements definition through to calibration, validation, and vehicle sign-off , working across multiple vehicle platforms. Key Responsibilities Own the delivery of Stability Control Systems (SCS), ABS and driveline calibration for vehicle programmes, ensuring attribute targets and timing are met Support Product Owners with system development, tuning, and road release activities Lead calibration, validation, and sign-off activities , including limit driving and prescriptive manoeuvres Manage test preparation and planning , including vehicles, logistics, and overseas test activity Coordinate software release activities with internal and external stakeholders Perform fault analysis and issue resolution across functional and calibration parameters Ensure effective integration of stability control software with interfacing systems Produce test reports, progress tracking, and attribute assessments Maintain compliance with Vehicle Dynamics specifications and RIS requirements What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in automotive chassis engineering / vehicle dynamics within an OEM or Tier 1 environment Strong expertise in tuning stability control systems , including: Stability Control ABS Traction Control Driveline Distribution Advanced limit handling driving skills across varying friction conditions (Mu levels and surfaces) Experience at European proving grounds such as IdiAda, Nard , N rburgring Experience with off-road driving and traction management systems Hands-on experience with Vector tools and ETAS INCA Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet demanding deadlines Flexible approach, including travel and extended working hours when required Desirable Experience with Bosch MM6 data analysis tools Knowledge of HiL / SiL development and validation processes Background in control system development Why Contechs? Contechs is a leading automotive recruitment and engineering consultancy, connecting top talent with cutting-edge projects across the mobility sector. We provide: Access to industry-leading OEM and Tier 1 projects Flexible contract and permanent opportunities Ongoing support from specialist automotive recruiters Apply Now If you're a driven Vehicle Dynamics engineer with a passion for delivering high-performance stability systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Senior Engineer - Stability Control Systems & Driveline Duration: 10 Month Contract Location: Gaydon Rate: 33.88 per hour inside IR35 About the Role At Contechs, we are supporting a leading automotive OEM in the search for a Senior Engineer - Stability Control Systems & Driveline to join their Vehicle Dynamics team. This team is responsible for delivering world-class ride, steering, handling, and stability control systems . You will play a key role in developing and delivering advanced stability functions including Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), ABS, Torque Vectoring, Traction Control, and Driveline Distribution . This is a highly hands-on role, covering the full lifecycle from requirements definition through to calibration, validation, and vehicle sign-off , working across multiple vehicle platforms. Key Responsibilities Own the delivery of Stability Control Systems (SCS), ABS and driveline calibration for vehicle programmes, ensuring attribute targets and timing are met Support Product Owners with system development, tuning, and road release activities Lead calibration, validation, and sign-off activities , including limit driving and prescriptive manoeuvres Manage test preparation and planning , including vehicles, logistics, and overseas test activity Coordinate software release activities with internal and external stakeholders Perform fault analysis and issue resolution across functional and calibration parameters Ensure effective integration of stability control software with interfacing systems Produce test reports, progress tracking, and attribute assessments Maintain compliance with Vehicle Dynamics specifications and RIS requirements What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in automotive chassis engineering / vehicle dynamics within an OEM or Tier 1 environment Strong expertise in tuning stability control systems , including: Stability Control ABS Traction Control Driveline Distribution Advanced limit handling driving skills across varying friction conditions (Mu levels and surfaces) Experience at European proving grounds such as IdiAda, Nard , N rburgring Experience with off-road driving and traction management systems Hands-on experience with Vector tools and ETAS INCA Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet demanding deadlines Flexible approach, including travel and extended working hours when required Desirable Experience with Bosch MM6 data analysis tools Knowledge of HiL / SiL development and validation processes Background in control system development Why Contechs? Contechs is a leading automotive recruitment and engineering consultancy, connecting top talent with cutting-edge projects across the mobility sector. We provide: Access to industry-leading OEM and Tier 1 projects Flexible contract and permanent opportunities Ongoing support from specialist automotive recruiters Apply Now If you're a driven Vehicle Dynamics engineer with a passion for delivering high-performance stability systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Location Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Darlington, North East England, DL1 5QE : Manchester, North West England, M1 2WD : Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJ : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Department for Education is seeking to recruit IT Infrastructure Engineers to work across multiple endeavours in the Microsoft Azure public cloud and on premises. We continually seek new and innovative opportunities in our cloud estate for efficiencies, economies of scale and new value to users across established cloud computing platforms to make them better for users, increase value for money and reduce complexity. Specialist Network Infrastructure Engineers in the Department for Education design, build, operate and support IT network infrastructure resources that underpin internal user services and services to the public. If you are successful, you will work as part of a team providing specialist IT network capability within the Department's Infrastructure Engineering Profession, focusing in depth on network topology, connectivity, and boundary controls (firewalls & Web Application Firewalls). Job description As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education's physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: Input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets. Build, operate and maintain network resources. Respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery. Identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems. Identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services. Collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see the guidance here for further information. Person specification Essential Criteria: Experience of building, configuring, operating and maintaining network infrastructure resources including switches, Wi-Fi equipment, DHCP, virtual networks (Azure preferably) and other connectivity resources. Experience of using automation techniques to configure network services, automate processes and extract information. This may include using software, tooling, scripting and other automation techniques such as Python, PowerShell, Bicep or vendor-specific automation tools. Experience of administering boundary and security controls, options and configuration settings to protect cloud computing services, and to mitigate against security threats and vulnerabilities including firewalls, Web Application Firewalls and other access control resources. Experience of breaking down IT infrastructure problems into component parts to identify and diagnose root causes; troubleshooting; and identifying problems across different technology areas. Experience of problem management techniques: initiating and monitoring actions to investigate patterns and trends to resolve problems; determining the appropriate remedy; assisting with its implementation; and determining preventative measures. Desirable Criteria: Verified credentials, certification or qualifications in the IT network space an advantage particularly Palo Alto, Cisco/Meraki or Barracuda. An understanding of the benefits of service levels and service frameworks and how to operate within them to deliver, operate and maintain IT infrastructure services. Experience of defining integration builds to combine IT infrastructure components to create a consolidated solution, and co-ordinating & testing build activities across systems. Experience of collaborating with, and conveying technical concepts to, both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience of working with and applying design standards, methods and tools; and developing systems designs for review to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Experience of reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions and analysing and reporting test activities and results. Desirable criteria will only be assessed at interview, in the event of a tie break situation, to make an informed decision.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Location Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Darlington, North East England, DL1 5QE : Manchester, North West England, M1 2WD : Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJ : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Department for Education is seeking to recruit IT Infrastructure Engineers to work across multiple endeavours in the Microsoft Azure public cloud and on premises. We continually seek new and innovative opportunities in our cloud estate for efficiencies, economies of scale and new value to users across established cloud computing platforms to make them better for users, increase value for money and reduce complexity. Specialist Network Infrastructure Engineers in the Department for Education design, build, operate and support IT network infrastructure resources that underpin internal user services and services to the public. If you are successful, you will work as part of a team providing specialist IT network capability within the Department's Infrastructure Engineering Profession, focusing in depth on network topology, connectivity, and boundary controls (firewalls & Web Application Firewalls). Job description As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education's physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: Input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets. Build, operate and maintain network resources. Respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery. Identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems. Identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services. Collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see the guidance here for further information. Person specification Essential Criteria: Experience of building, configuring, operating and maintaining network infrastructure resources including switches, Wi-Fi equipment, DHCP, virtual networks (Azure preferably) and other connectivity resources. Experience of using automation techniques to configure network services, automate processes and extract information. This may include using software, tooling, scripting and other automation techniques such as Python, PowerShell, Bicep or vendor-specific automation tools. Experience of administering boundary and security controls, options and configuration settings to protect cloud computing services, and to mitigate against security threats and vulnerabilities including firewalls, Web Application Firewalls and other access control resources. Experience of breaking down IT infrastructure problems into component parts to identify and diagnose root causes; troubleshooting; and identifying problems across different technology areas. Experience of problem management techniques: initiating and monitoring actions to investigate patterns and trends to resolve problems; determining the appropriate remedy; assisting with its implementation; and determining preventative measures. Desirable Criteria: Verified credentials, certification or qualifications in the IT network space an advantage particularly Palo Alto, Cisco/Meraki or Barracuda. An understanding of the benefits of service levels and service frameworks and how to operate within them to deliver, operate and maintain IT infrastructure services. Experience of defining integration builds to combine IT infrastructure components to create a consolidated solution, and co-ordinating & testing build activities across systems. Experience of collaborating with, and conveying technical concepts to, both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience of working with and applying design standards, methods and tools; and developing systems designs for review to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Experience of reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions and analysing and reporting test activities and results. Desirable criteria will only be assessed at interview, in the event of a tie break situation, to make an informed decision.
Control Systems Engineer Research & Development To £70k + Competitive Salary, Benefits Cheshire. Ref: 25443 This is an exciting opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer to join an innovative engineering business focused on bespoke packaging automation. The role combines PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software development with hands-on commissioning, fault-finding and new technology development. This role offers excellent technical variety, customer interaction and involvement across the full machinery development life cycle. Control Systems Engineer - The Role: Developing PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software Create control system software for bespoke packaging machinery projects. Take ownership from initial design specification through coding, testing, commissioning and customer training. Collaborating with customers, suppliers and engineering teams Work closely with mechanical design, service and external partners to achieve project objectives. Investigating and developing new technologies Contribute to R&D activities and evaluate new equipment and control technologies. Fault-finding and upgrading existing machinery Support machine installations and commissioning activities in the UK and overseas. Control Systems Engineer - Requirements: We're keen to hear from Controls Engineers and Automation Engineers with strong software and machine control experience. Strong PLC software development skills for machine control applications. Multi-axis servo motion control Experience configuring and developing servo and motion control systems. HMI software development Design and implementation of operator interfaces for automated machinery. Functional safety and machine regulations Knowledge of safety systems, regulations and standards associated with industrial machinery. Project delivery and customer interaction Ability to work collaboratively and support projects from concept to commissioning. Desirable Experience Mitsubishi Control Systems IoT technologies, HTML, databases and high-level programming Cyber security awareness TCP/IP, Modbus and OPC UA communication protocols Project Management experience Knowledge of CE, UL, Machinery Directive and ISO/EN (phone number removed) Food or packaging industry experience Why Join? One of the leading manufacturers of packaging machines in the UK. join a dedicated R&D team where you will have genuine influence over new product development. Work with cutting edge technologies including PLC, motion control, robotics, machine vision and advanced automation systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, software, electrical and product development. Modern engineering environment with significant investment in research, development and continuous innovation. This role is located in Cheshire with good rail connections. Travelling by car, areas can include Stockport, Cheadle, Holmes Chapel and Altrincham. For further information please contact Sharon Hill.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Control Systems Engineer Research & Development To £70k + Competitive Salary, Benefits Cheshire. Ref: 25443 This is an exciting opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer to join an innovative engineering business focused on bespoke packaging automation. The role combines PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software development with hands-on commissioning, fault-finding and new technology development. This role offers excellent technical variety, customer interaction and involvement across the full machinery development life cycle. Control Systems Engineer - The Role: Developing PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software Create control system software for bespoke packaging machinery projects. Take ownership from initial design specification through coding, testing, commissioning and customer training. Collaborating with customers, suppliers and engineering teams Work closely with mechanical design, service and external partners to achieve project objectives. Investigating and developing new technologies Contribute to R&D activities and evaluate new equipment and control technologies. Fault-finding and upgrading existing machinery Support machine installations and commissioning activities in the UK and overseas. Control Systems Engineer - Requirements: We're keen to hear from Controls Engineers and Automation Engineers with strong software and machine control experience. Strong PLC software development skills for machine control applications. Multi-axis servo motion control Experience configuring and developing servo and motion control systems. HMI software development Design and implementation of operator interfaces for automated machinery. Functional safety and machine regulations Knowledge of safety systems, regulations and standards associated with industrial machinery. Project delivery and customer interaction Ability to work collaboratively and support projects from concept to commissioning. Desirable Experience Mitsubishi Control Systems IoT technologies, HTML, databases and high-level programming Cyber security awareness TCP/IP, Modbus and OPC UA communication protocols Project Management experience Knowledge of CE, UL, Machinery Directive and ISO/EN (phone number removed) Food or packaging industry experience Why Join? One of the leading manufacturers of packaging machines in the UK. join a dedicated R&D team where you will have genuine influence over new product development. Work with cutting edge technologies including PLC, motion control, robotics, machine vision and advanced automation systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, software, electrical and product development. Modern engineering environment with significant investment in research, development and continuous innovation. This role is located in Cheshire with good rail connections. Travelling by car, areas can include Stockport, Cheadle, Holmes Chapel and Altrincham. For further information please contact Sharon Hill.
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering user-centred, scalable, and secure technology solutions across the public sector and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud engineering, software development, data, and digital services that enable organisations to modernise critical systems and improve outcomes for millions of users. Our teams work collaboratively with clients to design, build, and support innovative digital products using modern engineering practices, cloud-native technologies, and DevOps principles. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence while maintaining a strong focus on quality, security, and user needs. Location: Newcastle (Hybrid, with occasional travel as required) Security Clearance: SC Clearance required (existing clearance desirable, or willingness and eligibility to obtain and maintain SC clearance) Role Overview We are looking for an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to support the delivery, automation, and management of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud environments within complex digital transformation programmes. You will be responsible for building and maintaining AWS environments, managing CI/CD pipelines, implementing cloud governance standards, and supporting development teams working across Front End applications, microservices, serverless components, and integration platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong AWS expertise, excellent infrastructure automation skills, and experience working within secure and highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Support the setup, configuration, and management of multiple AWS environments across development, test, staging, and production. Manage and maintain AWS infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency. Support and optimise Git-based CI/CD pipelines across multiple technology stacks. Work closely with software engineering teams supporting React Front End applications, microservices, Lambda functions, and integration services. Support Kafka integrations and event-driven architectures. Configure and manage AWS networking components, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink where applicable. Support API management platforms, including Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Administer Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and AWS IAM roles for development teams, ensuring adherence to security best practices. Apply and maintain cloud governance standards, including accurate cloud resource tagging aligned with organisational FinOps principles. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise cloud infrastructure performance, security, and costs. Support infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. Collaborate with architects, developers, security teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure and efficient cloud solutions. Produce and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures. Drive continuous improvement across cloud operations and DevOps practices. Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure management. Experience standing up and supporting multiple AWS environments. Experience managing and maintaining Git-based CI/CD pipelines. Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and serverless technologies. Experience supporting React applications. Experience working with AWS Lambda functions. Knowledge of Kafka integration and event-driven systems. Experience with AWS networking services, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink. Experience administering AWS IAM, MFA, and access controls. Knowledge of cloud governance, cost optimisation, and FinOps practices. Experience implementing enterprise cloud resource tagging standards. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Desirable Skills Experience with Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Experience working within secure or regulated environments. Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools. Personal Attributes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Passion for automation, continuous improvement, and modern engineering practices. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and ensuring an accessible and inclusive hiring experience.
Jun 15, 2026
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering user-centred, scalable, and secure technology solutions across the public sector and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud engineering, software development, data, and digital services that enable organisations to modernise critical systems and improve outcomes for millions of users. Our teams work collaboratively with clients to design, build, and support innovative digital products using modern engineering practices, cloud-native technologies, and DevOps principles. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence while maintaining a strong focus on quality, security, and user needs. Location: Newcastle (Hybrid, with occasional travel as required) Security Clearance: SC Clearance required (existing clearance desirable, or willingness and eligibility to obtain and maintain SC clearance) Role Overview We are looking for an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to support the delivery, automation, and management of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud environments within complex digital transformation programmes. You will be responsible for building and maintaining AWS environments, managing CI/CD pipelines, implementing cloud governance standards, and supporting development teams working across Front End applications, microservices, serverless components, and integration platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong AWS expertise, excellent infrastructure automation skills, and experience working within secure and highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Support the setup, configuration, and management of multiple AWS environments across development, test, staging, and production. Manage and maintain AWS infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency. Support and optimise Git-based CI/CD pipelines across multiple technology stacks. Work closely with software engineering teams supporting React Front End applications, microservices, Lambda functions, and integration services. Support Kafka integrations and event-driven architectures. Configure and manage AWS networking components, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink where applicable. Support API management platforms, including Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Administer Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and AWS IAM roles for development teams, ensuring adherence to security best practices. Apply and maintain cloud governance standards, including accurate cloud resource tagging aligned with organisational FinOps principles. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise cloud infrastructure performance, security, and costs. Support infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. Collaborate with architects, developers, security teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure and efficient cloud solutions. Produce and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures. Drive continuous improvement across cloud operations and DevOps practices. Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure management. Experience standing up and supporting multiple AWS environments. Experience managing and maintaining Git-based CI/CD pipelines. Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and serverless technologies. Experience supporting React applications. Experience working with AWS Lambda functions. Knowledge of Kafka integration and event-driven systems. Experience with AWS networking services, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink. Experience administering AWS IAM, MFA, and access controls. Knowledge of cloud governance, cost optimisation, and FinOps practices. Experience implementing enterprise cloud resource tagging standards. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Desirable Skills Experience with Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Experience working within secure or regulated environments. Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools. Personal Attributes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Passion for automation, continuous improvement, and modern engineering practices. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and ensuring an accessible and inclusive hiring experience.
Our client is a leading global provider of high-quality vacuum equipment, with a goal of enabling the innovation, creation and advancement of a vast array of products. A vacancy has arisen for a CNC Setter/Operator to join their hardworking and dedicated team in St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrable experience as a CNC Setter/Operator, have a strong understanding of programming, extensive knowledge of tooling, inspection techniques and machine shop and be able to read and interpret technical documents and drawings. As a CNC Setter/Operator, you will ensure that the CNC machines are running efficiently and to full capability. You will constantly evaluate the quality assurance of all company processes and products, recommending and implementing improvements whilst working to the quality system. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualities: Demonstrable experience as a CNC Setter/Operator Have a strong understanding of programming (including driven tools) Extensive knowledge of tooling, inspection techniques and machine shop best practice are essential Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings Possess good knowledge of industrial machining techniques Precision and attention to detail Be able to work with minimal supervision and to follow instructions Knowledge of and adherence to relevant health and safety standards Understanding of Fanuc control systems would be an advantage Your duties as a CNC Setter/Operator will include: Writing and editing CNC programs Setting CNC turning machines (including twin spindle CNC lathes) Working with CAM software Using measuring equipment for quality control checks Salary: Dependent on experience Hours: Monday Friday, Full Time, 41.5 per week Permanent Location: St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Our client is a leading global provider of high-quality vacuum equipment, with a goal of enabling the innovation, creation and advancement of a vast array of products. A vacancy has arisen for a CNC Setter/Operator to join their hardworking and dedicated team in St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrable experience as a CNC Setter/Operator, have a strong understanding of programming, extensive knowledge of tooling, inspection techniques and machine shop and be able to read and interpret technical documents and drawings. As a CNC Setter/Operator, you will ensure that the CNC machines are running efficiently and to full capability. You will constantly evaluate the quality assurance of all company processes and products, recommending and implementing improvements whilst working to the quality system. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualities: Demonstrable experience as a CNC Setter/Operator Have a strong understanding of programming (including driven tools) Extensive knowledge of tooling, inspection techniques and machine shop best practice are essential Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings Possess good knowledge of industrial machining techniques Precision and attention to detail Be able to work with minimal supervision and to follow instructions Knowledge of and adherence to relevant health and safety standards Understanding of Fanuc control systems would be an advantage Your duties as a CNC Setter/Operator will include: Writing and editing CNC programs Setting CNC turning machines (including twin spindle CNC lathes) Working with CAM software Using measuring equipment for quality control checks Salary: Dependent on experience Hours: Monday Friday, Full Time, 41.5 per week Permanent Location: St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex
Senior Quantity Surveyor South of England Office & Site Based Salary - Negotiable Permanent Who are we MCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. The business focuses on residential and industrial new build alongside the strategic asset management of existing assets, with a current pipeline of approximately 7,000 residential plots and a commercial and industrial portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion. The role With significant expansion planned over the coming years, MCR is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its London-based development team and play a key role in delivering projects across the South of England. Our flagship new build project, based in Bedford, will be the main focal point. As our She Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial leadership and take responsibility for the financial performance of assigned developments, ensuring projects are procured effectively and delivered on time and within budget. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, Commercial Director and the Board, the role offers a high level of visibility and involvement in strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting monthly commercial reports, cost forecasts and valuations, managing contract and subcontract packages, administering variations and supporting projects through to final account. They will work closely with Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors across the business, contributing to procurement strategy, value engineering initiatives and ongoing cost control throughout the project lifecycle. About you Applicants should have a minimum of five years' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values, with a background gained at either a developer, main contractor or subcontractor. A strong understanding of subcontract procurement and construction commercial management is essential, along with experience in both pre- and post-contract administration, including cost planning, estimating, preparation of bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, valuations, final accounts and commercial reporting. Candidates should also demonstrate a broad understanding of construction processes, materials and building systems, be confident using Excel and other standard office software, and hold a full UK driving licence. MCR is looking for an individual who approaches challenges proactively, is comfortable acting as a sounding board for project teams and can provide clear, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential, along with the confidence to engage professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the business and supply chain. The role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accountability and is motivated by the opportunity to play a visible role within a growing national developer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly active and ambitious organisation, work on high-profile residential and industrial developments, and build a long-term career within a business that offers genuine responsibility, progression and exposure to senior leadership from day one.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor South of England Office & Site Based Salary - Negotiable Permanent Who are we MCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. The business focuses on residential and industrial new build alongside the strategic asset management of existing assets, with a current pipeline of approximately 7,000 residential plots and a commercial and industrial portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion. The role With significant expansion planned over the coming years, MCR is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its London-based development team and play a key role in delivering projects across the South of England. Our flagship new build project, based in Bedford, will be the main focal point. As our She Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial leadership and take responsibility for the financial performance of assigned developments, ensuring projects are procured effectively and delivered on time and within budget. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, Commercial Director and the Board, the role offers a high level of visibility and involvement in strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting monthly commercial reports, cost forecasts and valuations, managing contract and subcontract packages, administering variations and supporting projects through to final account. They will work closely with Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors across the business, contributing to procurement strategy, value engineering initiatives and ongoing cost control throughout the project lifecycle. About you Applicants should have a minimum of five years' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values, with a background gained at either a developer, main contractor or subcontractor. A strong understanding of subcontract procurement and construction commercial management is essential, along with experience in both pre- and post-contract administration, including cost planning, estimating, preparation of bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, valuations, final accounts and commercial reporting. Candidates should also demonstrate a broad understanding of construction processes, materials and building systems, be confident using Excel and other standard office software, and hold a full UK driving licence. MCR is looking for an individual who approaches challenges proactively, is comfortable acting as a sounding board for project teams and can provide clear, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential, along with the confidence to engage professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the business and supply chain. The role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accountability and is motivated by the opportunity to play a visible role within a growing national developer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly active and ambitious organisation, work on high-profile residential and industrial developments, and build a long-term career within a business that offers genuine responsibility, progression and exposure to senior leadership from day one.
Locations: London, Manchester, Cardiff At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role In this role you will be instrumental in helping us maintain and mature our governance, risk, and compliance program. You'll play a crucial part in ensuring our ongoing adherence to security standards and regulations, building a foundation of trust for our clients and stakeholders. This is a hands-on role, ideally suited to someone who can engage with stakeholders across our business. What you'll get to do: Compliance Management: Support the day-to-day management of our compliance programs, with a primary focus on ISO 27001 , SOC 2 , and PCI DSS/3DS . Audit Support: Act as a key liaison for internal and external auditors, helping to gather evidence, prepare for audits, and track the timely remediation of any findings. Risk Management: Participate in our risk assessment process, helping to identify, analyse, and document information security risks. You'll also assist in developing and monitoring risk treatment plans. Policy & Procedure Maintenance: Help to develop, update, and maintain our information security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure they are current, accurate, and aligned with compliance requirements. Evidence Collection & Review: Automate and streamline the collection of evidence for our various compliance frameworks to ensure audit readiness. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with our Engineering, Product and Security Operations teams to embed security controls into our processes and culture. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our GRC program and related processes. Requirements Essential A minimum of 3 years of experience in an information security role. Proven experience in supporting and managing compliance efforts for ISO 27001, SOC 2, and PCI DSS. Strong skills in security metrics and reporting. Experience with audit processes and evidence collection. A proactive, organized, and detail-oriented approach to your work. Experience with GRC software is a plus. Desired qualifications, if you have some of these great! CompTIA Security+ Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Stage 1 - 45 mins with BISO Stage 2 - 60 min with Team Members Stage 3 - Final with CTO Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Locations: London, Manchester, Cardiff At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role In this role you will be instrumental in helping us maintain and mature our governance, risk, and compliance program. You'll play a crucial part in ensuring our ongoing adherence to security standards and regulations, building a foundation of trust for our clients and stakeholders. This is a hands-on role, ideally suited to someone who can engage with stakeholders across our business. What you'll get to do: Compliance Management: Support the day-to-day management of our compliance programs, with a primary focus on ISO 27001 , SOC 2 , and PCI DSS/3DS . Audit Support: Act as a key liaison for internal and external auditors, helping to gather evidence, prepare for audits, and track the timely remediation of any findings. Risk Management: Participate in our risk assessment process, helping to identify, analyse, and document information security risks. You'll also assist in developing and monitoring risk treatment plans. Policy & Procedure Maintenance: Help to develop, update, and maintain our information security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure they are current, accurate, and aligned with compliance requirements. Evidence Collection & Review: Automate and streamline the collection of evidence for our various compliance frameworks to ensure audit readiness. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with our Engineering, Product and Security Operations teams to embed security controls into our processes and culture. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our GRC program and related processes. Requirements Essential A minimum of 3 years of experience in an information security role. Proven experience in supporting and managing compliance efforts for ISO 27001, SOC 2, and PCI DSS. Strong skills in security metrics and reporting. Experience with audit processes and evidence collection. A proactive, organized, and detail-oriented approach to your work. Experience with GRC software is a plus. Desired qualifications, if you have some of these great! CompTIA Security+ Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Stage 1 - 45 mins with BISO Stage 2 - 60 min with Team Members Stage 3 - Final with CTO Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber The Role Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. Please click on the link for details. We are recruiting two Lead DevOps Engineers to join the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO), working within the Chief Architect function. These roles will provide technical leadership for DevOps and platform engineering across strategic technology platforms that enable the Ministry of Justice to deliver secure, reliable and scalable digital services. OCTO sets technical direction across the organisation. It defines standards, shapes shared platforms and ways of working, and supports teams to build and operate systems that are secure, reliable and sustainable. As a Lead DevOps Engineer, you will help shape and operate critical platform capabilities that support delivery across the organisation. You will establish and promote modern engineering practices, ensuring platforms are resilient, observable, secure and easy for teams to use. Working closely with engineers, architects, product managers and delivery teams, you will help create the environments, tooling and operational processes needed to support effective software delivery at scale. Justice Digital, Data and Science exists to support the delivery of justice through modern, reliable and secure digital services. We work in multidisciplinary teams, focus on user needs, and take a pragmatic approach to technology that balances pace with long-term sustainability. You will join the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, a central function that sets technical direction across Justice Digital, Data and Science. OCTO works closely with delivery teams, platform teams and senior leaders to define standards, shape shared platforms and improve how engineering is done across the organisation. This role offers the opportunity to operate at organisational scale, influence how engineering works across Justice Digital, Data and Science, and remain closely connected to real technical problems through hands-on engagement with tooling and platforms. The roles are aligned to two key strategic areas: Integration Hub We are establishing a new integration hub to enable more consistent, reusable and governed approaches to how systems interact across the MoJ estate. This role will play a key part in shaping how that platform is built and operated, ensuring it supports modern integration patterns such as APIs, event-driven architecture and messaging. You will be responsible for ensuring the platform and related services are operable, reliable and secure, with the tooling, environments and practices needed for teams to build, deploy and run integrations effectively. You will help establish strong engineering practices, CI/CD pipelines, observability and operational controls that support consistent and scalable integration delivery across the organisation. Justice Data Factories The second role will focus on Justice Data Factories, our federated data architecture initiative. Justice Data Factories provide agency-specific environments where data is ingested, transformed and published as trusted data products, enabling domains across the Ministry of Justice to take greater ownership of their data while operating within a consistent, governed architectural framework. You will play a key role in developing and operating the platform capabilities, infrastructure and engineering practices that underpin this ecosystem. Working closely with data engineers, architects and product teams, you will ensure the platform is secure, scalable and reliable, while driving improvements in automation, CI/CD, observability and operational resilience to support the delivery of data products at scale. Both roles offer the opportunity to influence organisation-wide technology platforms, shape engineering standards and practices, and contribute to the delivery of modern, reusable capabilities that support the Ministry of Justice's digital and data ambitions. This role aligns against the Lead DevOps engineer role from the Government Digital and Data Framework You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog. Our Tech Stack We use a broad range of technologies and are looking for people with strong practical experience in modern software delivery environments. Cloud platforms: AWS Infrastructure as code: Terraform Containerisation and orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes Source control and CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions Languages: Python You will be supported to deepen your knowledge of our platforms once in post Our work is largely open source. You can explore repositories at: Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering, development and continuous improvement of strategic platforms, including infrastructure, environments and deployment pipelines Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation to enable teams to build, test and deploy services quickly, safely and consistently. Work directly in code and infrastructure (for example Infrastructure as Code) to ensure platforms are robust, secure and maintainable Build and evolve shared platform capabilities that support the delivery and operation of digital and data services across the organisation. Ensure platforms are designed for high availability, scalability and resilience, with appropriate approaches to disaster recovery and business continuity. Implement and improve observability, including logging, metrics and tracing, to enable effective monitoring and operational support. Provide technical leadership and practical support to engineering teams, helping them make effective use of platform capabilities, tooling and environments. Work closely with engineers, architects and product teams to ensure services are deployable, operable and production-ready. Take ownership of platform reliability, performance and operational excellence in production environments. Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, driving continuous improvement through automation, tooling and platform enhancements. If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential: Significant, recent hands-on experience working as a DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer or similar, building and operating cloud-native platforms or services in production. Hands-on experience building and operating container-based platforms (e.g. Kubernetes) in production, including deploying and managing distributed systems. Experience using infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation) to provision and manage scalable, reliable environments. Experience implementing and operating observability tooling (logging, monitoring, alerting, tracing) to support reliable services in production. Understanding of how to design and operate platforms that support integration patterns such as APIs, event-driven systems and messaging. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance. We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber The Role Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. Please click on the link for details. We are recruiting two Lead DevOps Engineers to join the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO), working within the Chief Architect function. These roles will provide technical leadership for DevOps and platform engineering across strategic technology platforms that enable the Ministry of Justice to deliver secure, reliable and scalable digital services. OCTO sets technical direction across the organisation. It defines standards, shapes shared platforms and ways of working, and supports teams to build and operate systems that are secure, reliable and sustainable. As a Lead DevOps Engineer, you will help shape and operate critical platform capabilities that support delivery across the organisation. You will establish and promote modern engineering practices, ensuring platforms are resilient, observable, secure and easy for teams to use. Working closely with engineers, architects, product managers and delivery teams, you will help create the environments, tooling and operational processes needed to support effective software delivery at scale. Justice Digital, Data and Science exists to support the delivery of justice through modern, reliable and secure digital services. We work in multidisciplinary teams, focus on user needs, and take a pragmatic approach to technology that balances pace with long-term sustainability. You will join the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, a central function that sets technical direction across Justice Digital, Data and Science. OCTO works closely with delivery teams, platform teams and senior leaders to define standards, shape shared platforms and improve how engineering is done across the organisation. This role offers the opportunity to operate at organisational scale, influence how engineering works across Justice Digital, Data and Science, and remain closely connected to real technical problems through hands-on engagement with tooling and platforms. The roles are aligned to two key strategic areas: Integration Hub We are establishing a new integration hub to enable more consistent, reusable and governed approaches to how systems interact across the MoJ estate. This role will play a key part in shaping how that platform is built and operated, ensuring it supports modern integration patterns such as APIs, event-driven architecture and messaging. You will be responsible for ensuring the platform and related services are operable, reliable and secure, with the tooling, environments and practices needed for teams to build, deploy and run integrations effectively. You will help establish strong engineering practices, CI/CD pipelines, observability and operational controls that support consistent and scalable integration delivery across the organisation. Justice Data Factories The second role will focus on Justice Data Factories, our federated data architecture initiative. Justice Data Factories provide agency-specific environments where data is ingested, transformed and published as trusted data products, enabling domains across the Ministry of Justice to take greater ownership of their data while operating within a consistent, governed architectural framework. You will play a key role in developing and operating the platform capabilities, infrastructure and engineering practices that underpin this ecosystem. Working closely with data engineers, architects and product teams, you will ensure the platform is secure, scalable and reliable, while driving improvements in automation, CI/CD, observability and operational resilience to support the delivery of data products at scale. Both roles offer the opportunity to influence organisation-wide technology platforms, shape engineering standards and practices, and contribute to the delivery of modern, reusable capabilities that support the Ministry of Justice's digital and data ambitions. This role aligns against the Lead DevOps engineer role from the Government Digital and Data Framework You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog. Our Tech Stack We use a broad range of technologies and are looking for people with strong practical experience in modern software delivery environments. Cloud platforms: AWS Infrastructure as code: Terraform Containerisation and orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes Source control and CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions Languages: Python You will be supported to deepen your knowledge of our platforms once in post Our work is largely open source. You can explore repositories at: Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering, development and continuous improvement of strategic platforms, including infrastructure, environments and deployment pipelines Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation to enable teams to build, test and deploy services quickly, safely and consistently. Work directly in code and infrastructure (for example Infrastructure as Code) to ensure platforms are robust, secure and maintainable Build and evolve shared platform capabilities that support the delivery and operation of digital and data services across the organisation. Ensure platforms are designed for high availability, scalability and resilience, with appropriate approaches to disaster recovery and business continuity. Implement and improve observability, including logging, metrics and tracing, to enable effective monitoring and operational support. Provide technical leadership and practical support to engineering teams, helping them make effective use of platform capabilities, tooling and environments. Work closely with engineers, architects and product teams to ensure services are deployable, operable and production-ready. Take ownership of platform reliability, performance and operational excellence in production environments. Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, driving continuous improvement through automation, tooling and platform enhancements. If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential: Significant, recent hands-on experience working as a DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer or similar, building and operating cloud-native platforms or services in production. Hands-on experience building and operating container-based platforms (e.g. Kubernetes) in production, including deploying and managing distributed systems. Experience using infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation) to provision and manage scalable, reliable environments. Experience implementing and operating observability tooling (logging, monitoring, alerting, tracing) to support reliable services in production. Understanding of how to design and operate platforms that support integration patterns such as APIs, event-driven systems and messaging. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance. We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor.
Are you the next Senior Systems Engineer to help build and shape the software behind our next generation laser processing platform? If so, Opsydia would love to hear from you as we expand into new markets and unlock new technical opportunities. Spun out from the University of Oxford in 2017, Opsydia is a specialist laser technology company harnessing decades of academic excellence and deep expertise in adaptive optics to enable the writing of features in transparent materials. Our writing technology has gone on to provide functionalities across scientific and industrial domains. Our platform enables the creation of functional devices in optical glass, diamond, and other transparent media, powering disruptive applications in datacoms, quantum technologies, and advanced sensing. THE ROLE As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will take full system-level ownership of Opsydia s next generation laser photonics products. This is a technical leadership role spanning architecture, integration, verification, and productization, ensuring that complex opto electro mechanical subsystems come together into robust, high performance solutions. You will lead the definition, design, and delivery of complete systems, balancing photonics, precision mechanics, automation, software, reliability engineering, and manufacturability. Working across early stage R&D, customer engagements, and product development, you will play a key role in shaping Opsydia s technical roadmap and maturing prototypes into deliverable, field ready products. Key Responsibilities End to End Systems Ownership o Lead system architecture from concept through requirements, detailed design, prototyping, verification, and release. o Develop system level specifications, performance budgets, and risk models across optical, mechanical, electrical, and software domains. o Define and drive processes for system integration, validation, and troubleshooting. Ultrafast Laser & Photonics Systems o Integrate and optimise femtosecond laser sources for high precision laser matter interaction applications. o Collaborate with laser manufacturers to define specifications, validate performance, and ensure long term stability and repeatability. o Manage system level trade offs involving beam delivery, adaptive optics, power stability, thermal management, and alignment tolerances. Precision Motion & Opto Mechanical Integration o Architect and integrate high precision motion systems (piezo, air bearing, linear motor) with sub micron or nanometre level stability. o Oversee opto mechanical design for robustness in industrial environments, ensuring vibration control, thermal stability, and reliability. o Work closely with the Software Team to achieve coordinated laser stage performance. System Integration & Verification o Combine lasers, adaptive optics, motion control, electronics, and machine vision into fully functional, production ready systems. o Use optical modelling and simulation tools to optimise performance and minimise error sources. o Develop verification plans, test procedures, and system level fault analysis frameworks. Automation, Control & Safety o Define system level control methodologies and sequencing alongside the Software Team. o Ensure full compliance with international laser safety standards and implement appropriate interlocks, monitoring, and diagnostic features. o Contribute to automation and workflow design that enhances stability, repeatability, and throughput. ABOUT YOU You will have a deep technical background with extensive of experience in photonics, laser systems, or precision instrumentation, ideally holding an advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master s) in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field. You take full accountability for delivering complex projects from concept to deployment, ensuring technical excellence and timely execution within a collaborative team environment You will be able to demonstrate the following: Expertise in ultrafast laser applications, including femtosecond systems and adaptive optics. Proven experience developing and integrating precision motion-controlled stages for high-accuracy processes. Strong background in photonics-based applications, from fibre coupling to photonic integrated circuits. Ability to architect and optimise complex optical systems, including adaptive optics and machine vision elements. A proactive, solution-oriented approach to technical challenges. Exceptional organisational, documentation, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. For this senior role, we expect applicants with significant experience in metrology, optics, and control systems, ideally with exposure to industrial-grade system integration and supplier engagement. You might also have: Practical knowledge of adaptive optics for beam shaping and correction. Expertise in waveguide fabrication or optical fibre performance characterization. Familiarity with mechanical design and optical simulation tools. Proven ability to configure and optimize precision motion control systems (piezo, air-bearing, interferometric feedback). Competence in automation and scripting for system control (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW). Experience with advanced microscopy and analytical techniques. Track record of developing products and producing documentation for regulatory compliance. Understanding of intellectual property development and technology protection strategies. Previous involvement in project planning, risk assessment, and technical reporting. If you don't meet all of the criteria above, but are interested in the role, please apply or get in touch to discuss further. The role is advertised as full-time. We are pleased to accommodate flexible and hybrid working where appropriate but, as a hardware company, we find hands-on system and collaboration time to be highly valuable, so encourage time spent in the office and expect this when required. As part of the recruitment process a selected candidate will be required to undergo security screening to BPSS standard. Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026. Applications will be reviewed as received so this vacancy may be closed earlier; early applications are therefore encouraged. WHAT WE OFFER YOU Salary range: £54,000-£58,000 dependant on experience. Benefits Hybrid & flexible working arrangements Share option scheme Annual bonus scheme Private Medical Insurance Group Income Protection and Life Assurance Enhanced family leave Company matched pension contributions up to 5%. Salary sacrifice arrangement is available 25 days paid leave plus bank holidays Cycle to Work Scheme Mental Health and Wellbeing support and activities Supported further study or training for your professional and personal development Volunteering opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES We are an equal opportunities employer and commit to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace whilst creating an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all. We post our job descriptions across a wide range of recruitment platforms to enable us to garner the most diverse range of candidates we possibly can. ADJUSTMENTS AND PROVISIONS We are dedicated to putting in place any reasonable adjustments that may be required to meet the needs of those who wish to apply for a position at Opsydia. Please share if you have a declared disability, for example but not limited to: a social communication impairment such as autism spectrum disorder, a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD; a mental health condition, a sensory impairment affecting sight or hearing or a physical or mobility impairment. ALTERNATIVE FORMATS We can provide our job descriptions in an alternative format of video or audio description ABOUT OPSYDIA Opsydia provides commercial systems based on adaptive optics which can directly generate photonic structures in a variety of transparent materials. Learn more at The company is based in the Centre for Innovation & Enterprise at Begbroke Science Park north of Oxford. Begbroke offers comprehensive facilities on-site including a restaurant, coffee shop, free parking and a minibus service between the park and Oxford. Your data will be held in line with our recruitment privacy policy available at
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Are you the next Senior Systems Engineer to help build and shape the software behind our next generation laser processing platform? If so, Opsydia would love to hear from you as we expand into new markets and unlock new technical opportunities. Spun out from the University of Oxford in 2017, Opsydia is a specialist laser technology company harnessing decades of academic excellence and deep expertise in adaptive optics to enable the writing of features in transparent materials. Our writing technology has gone on to provide functionalities across scientific and industrial domains. Our platform enables the creation of functional devices in optical glass, diamond, and other transparent media, powering disruptive applications in datacoms, quantum technologies, and advanced sensing. THE ROLE As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will take full system-level ownership of Opsydia s next generation laser photonics products. This is a technical leadership role spanning architecture, integration, verification, and productization, ensuring that complex opto electro mechanical subsystems come together into robust, high performance solutions. You will lead the definition, design, and delivery of complete systems, balancing photonics, precision mechanics, automation, software, reliability engineering, and manufacturability. Working across early stage R&D, customer engagements, and product development, you will play a key role in shaping Opsydia s technical roadmap and maturing prototypes into deliverable, field ready products. Key Responsibilities End to End Systems Ownership o Lead system architecture from concept through requirements, detailed design, prototyping, verification, and release. o Develop system level specifications, performance budgets, and risk models across optical, mechanical, electrical, and software domains. o Define and drive processes for system integration, validation, and troubleshooting. Ultrafast Laser & Photonics Systems o Integrate and optimise femtosecond laser sources for high precision laser matter interaction applications. o Collaborate with laser manufacturers to define specifications, validate performance, and ensure long term stability and repeatability. o Manage system level trade offs involving beam delivery, adaptive optics, power stability, thermal management, and alignment tolerances. Precision Motion & Opto Mechanical Integration o Architect and integrate high precision motion systems (piezo, air bearing, linear motor) with sub micron or nanometre level stability. o Oversee opto mechanical design for robustness in industrial environments, ensuring vibration control, thermal stability, and reliability. o Work closely with the Software Team to achieve coordinated laser stage performance. System Integration & Verification o Combine lasers, adaptive optics, motion control, electronics, and machine vision into fully functional, production ready systems. o Use optical modelling and simulation tools to optimise performance and minimise error sources. o Develop verification plans, test procedures, and system level fault analysis frameworks. Automation, Control & Safety o Define system level control methodologies and sequencing alongside the Software Team. o Ensure full compliance with international laser safety standards and implement appropriate interlocks, monitoring, and diagnostic features. o Contribute to automation and workflow design that enhances stability, repeatability, and throughput. ABOUT YOU You will have a deep technical background with extensive of experience in photonics, laser systems, or precision instrumentation, ideally holding an advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master s) in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field. You take full accountability for delivering complex projects from concept to deployment, ensuring technical excellence and timely execution within a collaborative team environment You will be able to demonstrate the following: Expertise in ultrafast laser applications, including femtosecond systems and adaptive optics. Proven experience developing and integrating precision motion-controlled stages for high-accuracy processes. Strong background in photonics-based applications, from fibre coupling to photonic integrated circuits. Ability to architect and optimise complex optical systems, including adaptive optics and machine vision elements. A proactive, solution-oriented approach to technical challenges. Exceptional organisational, documentation, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. For this senior role, we expect applicants with significant experience in metrology, optics, and control systems, ideally with exposure to industrial-grade system integration and supplier engagement. You might also have: Practical knowledge of adaptive optics for beam shaping and correction. Expertise in waveguide fabrication or optical fibre performance characterization. Familiarity with mechanical design and optical simulation tools. Proven ability to configure and optimize precision motion control systems (piezo, air-bearing, interferometric feedback). Competence in automation and scripting for system control (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW). Experience with advanced microscopy and analytical techniques. Track record of developing products and producing documentation for regulatory compliance. Understanding of intellectual property development and technology protection strategies. Previous involvement in project planning, risk assessment, and technical reporting. If you don't meet all of the criteria above, but are interested in the role, please apply or get in touch to discuss further. The role is advertised as full-time. We are pleased to accommodate flexible and hybrid working where appropriate but, as a hardware company, we find hands-on system and collaboration time to be highly valuable, so encourage time spent in the office and expect this when required. As part of the recruitment process a selected candidate will be required to undergo security screening to BPSS standard. Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026. Applications will be reviewed as received so this vacancy may be closed earlier; early applications are therefore encouraged. WHAT WE OFFER YOU Salary range: £54,000-£58,000 dependant on experience. Benefits Hybrid & flexible working arrangements Share option scheme Annual bonus scheme Private Medical Insurance Group Income Protection and Life Assurance Enhanced family leave Company matched pension contributions up to 5%. Salary sacrifice arrangement is available 25 days paid leave plus bank holidays Cycle to Work Scheme Mental Health and Wellbeing support and activities Supported further study or training for your professional and personal development Volunteering opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES We are an equal opportunities employer and commit to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace whilst creating an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all. We post our job descriptions across a wide range of recruitment platforms to enable us to garner the most diverse range of candidates we possibly can. ADJUSTMENTS AND PROVISIONS We are dedicated to putting in place any reasonable adjustments that may be required to meet the needs of those who wish to apply for a position at Opsydia. Please share if you have a declared disability, for example but not limited to: a social communication impairment such as autism spectrum disorder, a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD; a mental health condition, a sensory impairment affecting sight or hearing or a physical or mobility impairment. ALTERNATIVE FORMATS We can provide our job descriptions in an alternative format of video or audio description ABOUT OPSYDIA Opsydia provides commercial systems based on adaptive optics which can directly generate photonic structures in a variety of transparent materials. Learn more at The company is based in the Centre for Innovation & Enterprise at Begbroke Science Park north of Oxford. Begbroke offers comprehensive facilities on-site including a restaurant, coffee shop, free parking and a minibus service between the park and Oxford. Your data will be held in line with our recruitment privacy policy available at
As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is trusted by the largest government agencies, communications providers, and systems integrators globally. Candidates must have legal work authorization to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. SS8 is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. About The Role SS8 is seeking a bright and motivated C++ Software Engineer with 4 years of experience to join our core engineering team. This role is firmly focused on hands-on C++ development, working on high-performance, high-volume data processing systems in telecom and similar environments. You will collaborate with experienced engineers, contribute to real-world systems, and progressively take on more responsibility across design, implementation, and optimization. What You'll Work On Developing high performance C++ software for telecom signaling, data processing, and related systems Implementing efficient decoding/encoding algorithms for large-scale network data Building and optimizing low-latency, high-throughput processing pipelines Working within Linux environments (GCC toolchain). Performing debugging, profiling, performance tuning, and reliability improvements. Using AI assisted development tools to accelerate coding and automated testing. Collaborating with senior engineers on architecture, design, and client driven requirements. Participating in continuous integration, code reviews, and quality assurance processes. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain software using modern C++ (C+ and beyond) and STL. Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability Work with IP networking protocols and communication systems. Perform multi threaded debugging and troubleshooting using GDB or MSVC. Write Linux scripts and manage OS level tasks Use Git for version control and collaborate effectively within a team environment. Leverage AI coding tools to improve productivity and testing coverage Contribute to containerised and orchestrated environments (Docker, Kubernetes). Required Experience & Qualifications 4 years of professional C++ development experience Strong academic background with a Computer Science (or related) degree (2:1 or higher) Strong understanding of performance tuning and efficient code design Demonstrated passion for solving complex technical challenges Experience using AI-assisted development tools for coding and testing Excellent knowledge of: Modern C++ (C++) and STL Linux development (GCC toolchain) IP networking protocols Decoding/encoding techniques High-volume data processing and optimization Linux scripting and OS-level operations Nice to Have Experience with telecom protocols or signaling systems (SS7, RANAP, S1AP, NGAP, etc.). Knowledge of cellular network infrastructure and 3GPP RAN/RRC standards (GSM, UMTS, LTE, NR). Understanding of RAN based location techniques and cell tracing technologies. Wireshark or other protocol analysis tools. Jenkins or other CI/CD pipeline experience. Performance profiling tools. Functional testing using Python or similar scripting languages. Experience in high throughput environments such as financial data processing. SS8 does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, and provides reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. SS8 does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third parties. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of Company, and no fees will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is trusted by the largest government agencies, communications providers, and systems integrators globally. Candidates must have legal work authorization to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. SS8 is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. About The Role SS8 is seeking a bright and motivated C++ Software Engineer with 4 years of experience to join our core engineering team. This role is firmly focused on hands-on C++ development, working on high-performance, high-volume data processing systems in telecom and similar environments. You will collaborate with experienced engineers, contribute to real-world systems, and progressively take on more responsibility across design, implementation, and optimization. What You'll Work On Developing high performance C++ software for telecom signaling, data processing, and related systems Implementing efficient decoding/encoding algorithms for large-scale network data Building and optimizing low-latency, high-throughput processing pipelines Working within Linux environments (GCC toolchain). Performing debugging, profiling, performance tuning, and reliability improvements. Using AI assisted development tools to accelerate coding and automated testing. Collaborating with senior engineers on architecture, design, and client driven requirements. Participating in continuous integration, code reviews, and quality assurance processes. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain software using modern C++ (C+ and beyond) and STL. Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability Work with IP networking protocols and communication systems. Perform multi threaded debugging and troubleshooting using GDB or MSVC. Write Linux scripts and manage OS level tasks Use Git for version control and collaborate effectively within a team environment. Leverage AI coding tools to improve productivity and testing coverage Contribute to containerised and orchestrated environments (Docker, Kubernetes). Required Experience & Qualifications 4 years of professional C++ development experience Strong academic background with a Computer Science (or related) degree (2:1 or higher) Strong understanding of performance tuning and efficient code design Demonstrated passion for solving complex technical challenges Experience using AI-assisted development tools for coding and testing Excellent knowledge of: Modern C++ (C++) and STL Linux development (GCC toolchain) IP networking protocols Decoding/encoding techniques High-volume data processing and optimization Linux scripting and OS-level operations Nice to Have Experience with telecom protocols or signaling systems (SS7, RANAP, S1AP, NGAP, etc.). Knowledge of cellular network infrastructure and 3GPP RAN/RRC standards (GSM, UMTS, LTE, NR). Understanding of RAN based location techniques and cell tracing technologies. Wireshark or other protocol analysis tools. Jenkins or other CI/CD pipeline experience. Performance profiling tools. Functional testing using Python or similar scripting languages. Experience in high throughput environments such as financial data processing. SS8 does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, and provides reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. SS8 does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third parties. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of Company, and no fees will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result.
Building Service Design Engineer - Renewable Energy / Heat Pumps Our client is looking for a talented Building Service Design Engineer to join their design function. They need someone who thrives at the drawing board as much as they do leading a team. The scope of the role covers their full range of low-carbon technologies heat pumps, photovoltaic (PV) solar systems, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR), underfloor heating, and battery storage across both domestic and commercial projects. The role also involves regular client and stakeholder contact, so they need someone who is confident communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences and comfortable in a client-facing environment. Based at their office in Islington, London, this is a fantastic opportunity to play a leading role in one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors. Role and Responsibilities Design (primary focus): Act as the Lead Designer across the business, personally producing M&E technical drawings, schematics, and system layouts for heat pump, PV, MVHR, underfloor heating, and battery storage projects in both domestic and commercial settings. Specify equipment including heat pumps, circulation pumps, piping, inverters, battery units, ventilation units, and associated controls. Carry out power and control system design, including electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Undertake 2D and 3D CAD modelling to support project design and client presentations. Carry out site surveys and feasibility assessments for new and existing projects. Review site installations to ensure conformance to design specifications and relevant standards. Client and stakeholder engagement: Support the sales team on client calls and meetings, providing technical input to help scope and win new projects. Meet clients on site to discuss requirements, present design proposals, and address technical queries. Act as a technical point of contact for Architects, consultants, and other external stakeholders, answering design and specification questions. Team leadership and management: Manage, mentor, and develop a small team of Mechanical and Electrical Design Engineers, allocating workload and providing day-to-day technical guidance. Set and maintain design standards, procedures, and quality benchmarks across the team. Evaluate and implement advances in design technologies and software to enhance the team's capabilities and efficiency. Collaborate with project management, sales, and installation teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and delivered on time. Support the growth of the design function as the business scales, including involvement in recruitment and onboarding of new Engineers. Knowledge and Experience Essential: Minimum HND Qualified Engineer (mechanical or electrical); degree-level qualification preferred. At least three years of hands-on M&E design experience within the building services or renewable energy industry. Proven experience designing systems involving one or more of heat pumps, PV solar, MVHR, underfloor heating, or battery storage. Strong proficiency in 2D and/or 3D CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent). Solid understanding of UK building regulations, Part L, and relevant standards (e.g. MCS, BS 7671). Comfortable operating as a working Designer while also managing a team this is not a desk-only management role. Confident communicator, happy engaging with clients, Architects, and other stakeholders in both meetings and on site. Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, accurate design work. Desirable: People management or team leadership experience. Experience working across both domestic and commercial building services projects. Familiarity with BIM workflows and collaborative design environments. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIBSE, IET, or Engineering Council registration). What Our Client Offers: A leadership role in a purpose-driven company at the forefront of the UK's net-zero transition. The opportunity to shape and grow the design function within a fast-scaling business. Exposure to a diverse and expanding portfolio of renewable energy technologies. Competitive salary and benefits package. A collaborative, supportive working environment based in Islington, London. £32,000.00 £55,000.00 per year.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Building Service Design Engineer - Renewable Energy / Heat Pumps Our client is looking for a talented Building Service Design Engineer to join their design function. They need someone who thrives at the drawing board as much as they do leading a team. The scope of the role covers their full range of low-carbon technologies heat pumps, photovoltaic (PV) solar systems, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR), underfloor heating, and battery storage across both domestic and commercial projects. The role also involves regular client and stakeholder contact, so they need someone who is confident communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences and comfortable in a client-facing environment. Based at their office in Islington, London, this is a fantastic opportunity to play a leading role in one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors. Role and Responsibilities Design (primary focus): Act as the Lead Designer across the business, personally producing M&E technical drawings, schematics, and system layouts for heat pump, PV, MVHR, underfloor heating, and battery storage projects in both domestic and commercial settings. Specify equipment including heat pumps, circulation pumps, piping, inverters, battery units, ventilation units, and associated controls. Carry out power and control system design, including electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Undertake 2D and 3D CAD modelling to support project design and client presentations. Carry out site surveys and feasibility assessments for new and existing projects. Review site installations to ensure conformance to design specifications and relevant standards. Client and stakeholder engagement: Support the sales team on client calls and meetings, providing technical input to help scope and win new projects. Meet clients on site to discuss requirements, present design proposals, and address technical queries. Act as a technical point of contact for Architects, consultants, and other external stakeholders, answering design and specification questions. Team leadership and management: Manage, mentor, and develop a small team of Mechanical and Electrical Design Engineers, allocating workload and providing day-to-day technical guidance. Set and maintain design standards, procedures, and quality benchmarks across the team. Evaluate and implement advances in design technologies and software to enhance the team's capabilities and efficiency. Collaborate with project management, sales, and installation teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and delivered on time. Support the growth of the design function as the business scales, including involvement in recruitment and onboarding of new Engineers. Knowledge and Experience Essential: Minimum HND Qualified Engineer (mechanical or electrical); degree-level qualification preferred. At least three years of hands-on M&E design experience within the building services or renewable energy industry. Proven experience designing systems involving one or more of heat pumps, PV solar, MVHR, underfloor heating, or battery storage. Strong proficiency in 2D and/or 3D CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent). Solid understanding of UK building regulations, Part L, and relevant standards (e.g. MCS, BS 7671). Comfortable operating as a working Designer while also managing a team this is not a desk-only management role. Confident communicator, happy engaging with clients, Architects, and other stakeholders in both meetings and on site. Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, accurate design work. Desirable: People management or team leadership experience. Experience working across both domestic and commercial building services projects. Familiarity with BIM workflows and collaborative design environments. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIBSE, IET, or Engineering Council registration). What Our Client Offers: A leadership role in a purpose-driven company at the forefront of the UK's net-zero transition. The opportunity to shape and grow the design function within a fast-scaling business. Exposure to a diverse and expanding portfolio of renewable energy technologies. Competitive salary and benefits package. A collaborative, supportive working environment based in Islington, London. £32,000.00 £55,000.00 per year.
K-People Europe is a London based recruitment consultancy and we've been recruiting top talents for our clients in UK & Europe since 2007. Our client, an industry leading global manufacturer of imaging solutions, is looking for a Customer Solutions Operations Manager who will be responsible is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing optimal operational systems to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall quality of customer service operations, ensuring they reflect the standards, professionalism, and reputation expected of a global market-leading brand. Responsibilities (1) Operational Strategy, System Development & Process Improvement • Design, implement, and continuously improve scalable customer service systems and workflows across internal teams, distributors, and external partners. • Establish structured processes for technical enquiries, service coordination, stock management, quotations, spare parts operations, and customer communication to ensure consistency, accountability, and efficiency. • Develop, implement, and maintain SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) across Customer Solutions operations to support operational consistency, service quality, and long-term scalability. • Lead the implementation and optimisation of software platforms and digital tools to improve visibility, communication, workflow efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. • Review and improve service and spare parts pricing structures through operational analysis, market awareness, and business performance evaluation. • Establish structured administrative systems for service scheduling, reporting, coordination, documentation, and operational tracking. • Establish clear operational structures, responsibilities, and workflows between Customer Solutions Operations and the Technical Team to improve efficiency, accountability, and collaboration. • Support the development of a scalable Customer Solutions infrastructure capable of supporting future business growth across the UK and international markets. (2) Customer Solutions Operations & Technical Coordination • Develop a strong operational understanding of technical service activities, including hardware and software installation, system configuration, repair coordination, troubleshooting support, and service administration. • Coordinate customer service and technical support activities in collaboration with the Technical Team to ensure efficient communication, workflow management, and timely issue resolution. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, customer service developments, and operational best practices relevant to technical and customer support operations. • Prepare operational and customer service-related reports for management, HQ, and the European Head Office, including service performance analysis, failure rate reporting, and operational improvement updates. • Support the delivery of dealer and end-user training sessions when required to strengthen operational consistency, product understanding, and customer experience standards. (3) Spare Parts Operations, Commercial Administration & Stock Management • Manage spare parts and consumable operations while continuously improving related workflows and administrative processes. • Oversee quotations, order processing, invoicing, delivery coordination, and associated technical and administrative documentation to ensure operational accuracy and efficiency. • Manage purchasing activities including purchase orders, goods receipt processing, accounts payable invoice posting, and import-related administration. • Manage warranty operations, including warranty parts tracking, claim administration, documentation, and record management to support efficient and accurate warranty processes. • Support commercial performance and service revenue optimisation through effective management of spare parts, consumables, warranty systems, and service administration. • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, stock accuracy, cost control, and service profitability through ongoing process evaluation and workflow improvement initiatives. Requirements (1) Must be fluent in English (2) Minimum of 5 years' experience in customer service operations, stock management, order management, or operational coordination roles. (3) Previous experience within technical service, IT, engineering, electrical, mechanical, or operational support environments is highly desirable. (4) Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. (5) Strong report writing, administrative, and presentation skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. (6) Experience using CRM platforms, ERP systems, and operational management software. SAP experience is preferred. (7) Ability to build structured systems, improve workflows, and contribute to operational scalability and continuous improvement initiatives. (8) Must have UK driving licence Conditions (1) Job type: Full-time & Permanent & Office based (2) Location: South West London (3) Working hours: 9am - 5:30pm (4) Annual leave: 22 days + Public/Bank holidays (5) Salary: K (depending on experience) Before you apply (1) The right candidate must be eligible to work full-time in UK immediately without any visa restriction. If you're on any visa permitting full-time work in UK, please indicate your visa status in your CV and when it expires. (2) The right candidate must be able to commute to South West London regularly as it's a fully office based role without hybrid option. (3) Please send your CV in MS Word format (4) ONLY right candidates will be contacted, and if your application is successful, we'll contact you within 5 working days.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
K-People Europe is a London based recruitment consultancy and we've been recruiting top talents for our clients in UK & Europe since 2007. Our client, an industry leading global manufacturer of imaging solutions, is looking for a Customer Solutions Operations Manager who will be responsible is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing optimal operational systems to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall quality of customer service operations, ensuring they reflect the standards, professionalism, and reputation expected of a global market-leading brand. Responsibilities (1) Operational Strategy, System Development & Process Improvement • Design, implement, and continuously improve scalable customer service systems and workflows across internal teams, distributors, and external partners. • Establish structured processes for technical enquiries, service coordination, stock management, quotations, spare parts operations, and customer communication to ensure consistency, accountability, and efficiency. • Develop, implement, and maintain SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) across Customer Solutions operations to support operational consistency, service quality, and long-term scalability. • Lead the implementation and optimisation of software platforms and digital tools to improve visibility, communication, workflow efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. • Review and improve service and spare parts pricing structures through operational analysis, market awareness, and business performance evaluation. • Establish structured administrative systems for service scheduling, reporting, coordination, documentation, and operational tracking. • Establish clear operational structures, responsibilities, and workflows between Customer Solutions Operations and the Technical Team to improve efficiency, accountability, and collaboration. • Support the development of a scalable Customer Solutions infrastructure capable of supporting future business growth across the UK and international markets. (2) Customer Solutions Operations & Technical Coordination • Develop a strong operational understanding of technical service activities, including hardware and software installation, system configuration, repair coordination, troubleshooting support, and service administration. • Coordinate customer service and technical support activities in collaboration with the Technical Team to ensure efficient communication, workflow management, and timely issue resolution. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, customer service developments, and operational best practices relevant to technical and customer support operations. • Prepare operational and customer service-related reports for management, HQ, and the European Head Office, including service performance analysis, failure rate reporting, and operational improvement updates. • Support the delivery of dealer and end-user training sessions when required to strengthen operational consistency, product understanding, and customer experience standards. (3) Spare Parts Operations, Commercial Administration & Stock Management • Manage spare parts and consumable operations while continuously improving related workflows and administrative processes. • Oversee quotations, order processing, invoicing, delivery coordination, and associated technical and administrative documentation to ensure operational accuracy and efficiency. • Manage purchasing activities including purchase orders, goods receipt processing, accounts payable invoice posting, and import-related administration. • Manage warranty operations, including warranty parts tracking, claim administration, documentation, and record management to support efficient and accurate warranty processes. • Support commercial performance and service revenue optimisation through effective management of spare parts, consumables, warranty systems, and service administration. • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, stock accuracy, cost control, and service profitability through ongoing process evaluation and workflow improvement initiatives. Requirements (1) Must be fluent in English (2) Minimum of 5 years' experience in customer service operations, stock management, order management, or operational coordination roles. (3) Previous experience within technical service, IT, engineering, electrical, mechanical, or operational support environments is highly desirable. (4) Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. (5) Strong report writing, administrative, and presentation skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. (6) Experience using CRM platforms, ERP systems, and operational management software. SAP experience is preferred. (7) Ability to build structured systems, improve workflows, and contribute to operational scalability and continuous improvement initiatives. (8) Must have UK driving licence Conditions (1) Job type: Full-time & Permanent & Office based (2) Location: South West London (3) Working hours: 9am - 5:30pm (4) Annual leave: 22 days + Public/Bank holidays (5) Salary: K (depending on experience) Before you apply (1) The right candidate must be eligible to work full-time in UK immediately without any visa restriction. If you're on any visa permitting full-time work in UK, please indicate your visa status in your CV and when it expires. (2) The right candidate must be able to commute to South West London regularly as it's a fully office based role without hybrid option. (3) Please send your CV in MS Word format (4) ONLY right candidates will be contacted, and if your application is successful, we'll contact you within 5 working days.
Senior Applications Engineer / Hybrid, Lancaster / Full Time / £60,000 to £70,000 Quantum Base is a pioneering deep-tech spin-out from Lancaster University, and we have invented Q-ID - a world-leading, anti-counterfeit technology solution for brand protection and security printing. Q-IDs cannot be counterfeited or photocopied, can be applied to virtually any physical product, and can be instantly authenticated using any standard smartphone. With 11 years of deep R&D backing us, our mission is to create a new global standard in security. Our largest client is a prestigious security printer utilizing Q-IDs for a major government tax stamp programme. The Senior Applications Engineer Role: As our first external hire into the Customer Implementation Function , this is a unique opportunity to take true ownership and shape how we scale. We are seeking a senior, hands-on engineer to accelerate the rollout of our technology in real-world customer environments-guiding clients from initial technical conversations, through live trials, and into paying production. Our technology sits at the fascinating intersection of mobile, cloud, manufacturing, machine vision, and materials science. You will be highly comfortable working at the boundary of the physical and digital worlds, confident in solving unprecedented problems, and keen to leverage automation and AI to build scalable, repeatable playbooks. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Applications Engineer: Partner with the commercial team as the senior technical voice, setting realistic expectations regarding risks, dependencies, and timelines. Lead customer trials from inception to completion, integrating our technology seamlessly into client systems and operational workflows. Spend time on-site during live production tests, rapidly diagnosing and resolving issues across hardware, software, and manufacturing points. Build repeatable tools, processes, and playbooks to allow multiple, parallel customer implementations to run concurrently. Train customer teams to ensure they are production-ready, and feed field-tested insights back into our internal Platform and Materials teams. Skills and Experience: Experience in applications, field, or implementation engineering, with sharp troubleshooting instincts during live trials, commissioning, or production ramp-ups. Strong experience implementing solutions that combine physical hardware with software workflows (e.g., mobile SDKs, cloud APIs). Prior experience in a startup or scale-up environment, demonstrating practical judgment amidst ambiguity and a track record of optimizing delivery processes. Exceptional communication skills, confident engaging with engineering, operations, and IT stakeholders. Comfort utilizing AI tools for speed and process execution is highly valued. Ability to work from our Lancaster office 3-4 days a week (during active programmes) and a willingness to travel regularly to UK and international customer sites. Experience with machine vision systems, production/print lines, or Quality Control (QC) systems. Experience within the security printing, anti-counterfeit, or brand protection industries. What's on Offer? £60k - £70k base salary + annual performance bonus + participation in the company share scheme. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Hybrid working model and flexible working hours. A comprehensive relocation package is available if you are looking to move closer to Lancaster. Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and a continually evolving benefits package. How to Apply If you are a senior engineer who thrives on being close to the real problem, loves working directly with customers, and enjoys making complex systems work in live production, we want to hear from you. Apply today to shape the future of global brand security.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Applications Engineer / Hybrid, Lancaster / Full Time / £60,000 to £70,000 Quantum Base is a pioneering deep-tech spin-out from Lancaster University, and we have invented Q-ID - a world-leading, anti-counterfeit technology solution for brand protection and security printing. Q-IDs cannot be counterfeited or photocopied, can be applied to virtually any physical product, and can be instantly authenticated using any standard smartphone. With 11 years of deep R&D backing us, our mission is to create a new global standard in security. Our largest client is a prestigious security printer utilizing Q-IDs for a major government tax stamp programme. The Senior Applications Engineer Role: As our first external hire into the Customer Implementation Function , this is a unique opportunity to take true ownership and shape how we scale. We are seeking a senior, hands-on engineer to accelerate the rollout of our technology in real-world customer environments-guiding clients from initial technical conversations, through live trials, and into paying production. Our technology sits at the fascinating intersection of mobile, cloud, manufacturing, machine vision, and materials science. You will be highly comfortable working at the boundary of the physical and digital worlds, confident in solving unprecedented problems, and keen to leverage automation and AI to build scalable, repeatable playbooks. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Applications Engineer: Partner with the commercial team as the senior technical voice, setting realistic expectations regarding risks, dependencies, and timelines. Lead customer trials from inception to completion, integrating our technology seamlessly into client systems and operational workflows. Spend time on-site during live production tests, rapidly diagnosing and resolving issues across hardware, software, and manufacturing points. Build repeatable tools, processes, and playbooks to allow multiple, parallel customer implementations to run concurrently. Train customer teams to ensure they are production-ready, and feed field-tested insights back into our internal Platform and Materials teams. Skills and Experience: Experience in applications, field, or implementation engineering, with sharp troubleshooting instincts during live trials, commissioning, or production ramp-ups. Strong experience implementing solutions that combine physical hardware with software workflows (e.g., mobile SDKs, cloud APIs). Prior experience in a startup or scale-up environment, demonstrating practical judgment amidst ambiguity and a track record of optimizing delivery processes. Exceptional communication skills, confident engaging with engineering, operations, and IT stakeholders. Comfort utilizing AI tools for speed and process execution is highly valued. Ability to work from our Lancaster office 3-4 days a week (during active programmes) and a willingness to travel regularly to UK and international customer sites. Experience with machine vision systems, production/print lines, or Quality Control (QC) systems. Experience within the security printing, anti-counterfeit, or brand protection industries. What's on Offer? £60k - £70k base salary + annual performance bonus + participation in the company share scheme. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Hybrid working model and flexible working hours. A comprehensive relocation package is available if you are looking to move closer to Lancaster. Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and a continually evolving benefits package. How to Apply If you are a senior engineer who thrives on being close to the real problem, loves working directly with customers, and enjoys making complex systems work in live production, we want to hear from you. Apply today to shape the future of global brand security.
Lead Rust Engineer Up to 120,000/130,000 London Low Latency Async Rust Tokio Drones We have a new and exclusive partnership with one of the most exciting scale-ups in Europe, who are looking to double in size their engineering team. They have a valuation exceeding 2 billion Euros. The company builds aerial intelligence hardware and software. They're main focus is the manufacturing of UAV's. Alongside this, they are also developing bleeding edge software that provides actionable insights in defense, security and professional services. The Rust Team: The company are building a new Rust Engineering pod in the UK, and are hiring several Rust Engineers and a Team Lead. This engineering team are focusing on building a greenfield command and control center, designed specifically for unmanned systems. What you'll be doing: Architect, build, and support reliable, high-performance systems for coordinating swarms and handling sensor data. Develop streamlined communication methods and real-time data processing tools tailored for robotic platforms. Work hand-in-hand with multidisciplinary teams to connect backend infrastructure with robotic applications and sensor arrays. Enhance overall system efficiency, expandability, and dependability within distributed robotic setups. Experience you'll need: Production experience with Rust , or contributions to production grade open source repos. 2+ Years. Experience working with Tokio , or other asynchronous frameworks such as async.std or Smol. Ideally a background in a core programming language such as C, C++, or Core Java. Candidates from functional backgrounds such as Scala, Erlang or Clojure are also encouraged to apply. Experience developing low-latency, high throughput systems. Nice to have: Experience working with drones or robotics experience working with microcontrollers
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Lead Rust Engineer Up to 120,000/130,000 London Low Latency Async Rust Tokio Drones We have a new and exclusive partnership with one of the most exciting scale-ups in Europe, who are looking to double in size their engineering team. They have a valuation exceeding 2 billion Euros. The company builds aerial intelligence hardware and software. They're main focus is the manufacturing of UAV's. Alongside this, they are also developing bleeding edge software that provides actionable insights in defense, security and professional services. The Rust Team: The company are building a new Rust Engineering pod in the UK, and are hiring several Rust Engineers and a Team Lead. This engineering team are focusing on building a greenfield command and control center, designed specifically for unmanned systems. What you'll be doing: Architect, build, and support reliable, high-performance systems for coordinating swarms and handling sensor data. Develop streamlined communication methods and real-time data processing tools tailored for robotic platforms. Work hand-in-hand with multidisciplinary teams to connect backend infrastructure with robotic applications and sensor arrays. Enhance overall system efficiency, expandability, and dependability within distributed robotic setups. Experience you'll need: Production experience with Rust , or contributions to production grade open source repos. 2+ Years. Experience working with Tokio , or other asynchronous frameworks such as async.std or Smol. Ideally a background in a core programming language such as C, C++, or Core Java. Candidates from functional backgrounds such as Scala, Erlang or Clojure are also encouraged to apply. Experience developing low-latency, high throughput systems. Nice to have: Experience working with drones or robotics experience working with microcontrollers
Bristol We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive and passionate C# software developer to join our Weapons System Simulation and Experimentation (WSSE) team! Salary: Up to £57,000, depending on experience& grade Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2- 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full product life cycle. The team integrate real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisation, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support. You will be joining a department that has advanced the use of distributed simulation in Weapon System Design and Development; you'll develop your skills and abilities across the whole of the MBDA development lifecycle, supporting some of the world's most advanced defence systems. You will be part of a team, delivering innovative solutions whilst utilising the latest technologies to provide an end to end representation of the weapon system through: Visualisation and demonstrations Experimentation Design and development Verification and Validation Training Systems Development (using agile scrum methodologies) of real-time software components to simulate weapon systems, including the Integration of hardware to provide true representations of our systems. What we're looking for from you: We are looking for passionate software developers with experience in using software to build hardware solutions or synthetic environments. The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate exposure to practical software engineering, C# / C++ software development. You will be able to demonstrate your experience / knowledge in some of the following areas: Real-Time Software Configuration control Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery or Deployment Unit testing and test driven development Agile development Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Bristol We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive and passionate C# software developer to join our Weapons System Simulation and Experimentation (WSSE) team! Salary: Up to £57,000, depending on experience& grade Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2- 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full product life cycle. The team integrate real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisation, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support. You will be joining a department that has advanced the use of distributed simulation in Weapon System Design and Development; you'll develop your skills and abilities across the whole of the MBDA development lifecycle, supporting some of the world's most advanced defence systems. You will be part of a team, delivering innovative solutions whilst utilising the latest technologies to provide an end to end representation of the weapon system through: Visualisation and demonstrations Experimentation Design and development Verification and Validation Training Systems Development (using agile scrum methodologies) of real-time software components to simulate weapon systems, including the Integration of hardware to provide true representations of our systems. What we're looking for from you: We are looking for passionate software developers with experience in using software to build hardware solutions or synthetic environments. The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate exposure to practical software engineering, C# / C++ software development. You will be able to demonstrate your experience / knowledge in some of the following areas: Real-Time Software Configuration control Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery or Deployment Unit testing and test driven development Agile development Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
The MBDA, Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts! Salary: Up to £52,500 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: The functional development Setting to Work team coordinates between the design teams and MBDA manufacturing, developing procedures to allow equipment to be commissioned and seeking ways to improve the processes through simplification and automation. The increase in orders for Land Ceptor launchers from Poland along with the Transfer of Technology and knowledge requirements alongside a refresh of elements of the hardware solution leads to a need to increase the size of the team. The role is expected to combine systems studies and hands on investigation and experimentation in the laboratories and would someone seeking an opportunity for some hand on equipment experience. You will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you: the opportunity to work independently across the company; genuine engineering challenges, and broad professional growth. What we're looking for from you: We are looking for a broadly skilled Systems Engineer, who is able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting current manufacturing build, identifying and investigating potential improvements and scoping and undertaking studies and experimentation to identify options for the new hardware solution and transfer of some operations to Poland. Previous knowledge and experience in the following areas would be advantageous: Transition to manufacture Software development and deployment techniques Configuration control Hardware/software interface Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
The MBDA, Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts! Salary: Up to £52,500 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: The functional development Setting to Work team coordinates between the design teams and MBDA manufacturing, developing procedures to allow equipment to be commissioned and seeking ways to improve the processes through simplification and automation. The increase in orders for Land Ceptor launchers from Poland along with the Transfer of Technology and knowledge requirements alongside a refresh of elements of the hardware solution leads to a need to increase the size of the team. The role is expected to combine systems studies and hands on investigation and experimentation in the laboratories and would someone seeking an opportunity for some hand on equipment experience. You will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you: the opportunity to work independently across the company; genuine engineering challenges, and broad professional growth. What we're looking for from you: We are looking for a broadly skilled Systems Engineer, who is able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting current manufacturing build, identifying and investigating potential improvements and scoping and undertaking studies and experimentation to identify options for the new hardware solution and transfer of some operations to Poland. Previous knowledge and experience in the following areas would be advantageous: Transition to manufacture Software development and deployment techniques Configuration control Hardware/software interface Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
