Our client, a leading independent Oil & Gas operator, based in Norwich, are currently seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to be a member of their Process Safety Team. The role is responsible for the management, facilitation (where appropriate) and participation in a wide range of process safety studies and risk assessments, including FERA, FTA, HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, ORA and QRA. This is a diverse and dynamic position requiring flexibility to meet changing business needs. The successful candidate will have a strong process engineering background, significant experience in process safety, and a deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies and functional safety standards, particularly IEC 61511. Experience in LOPA facilitation, SIL determination, SIF design and SIL verification are essential. A recognised functional safety qualification (e.g., TÜV, Exida etc) is preferred. This is a full-time role requiring regular travel to both onshore and offshore sites. This is a temporary contract, initially for 12 months. Key responsibilities include: Manage, facilitate and participate in HAZOP and LOPA studies Provide technical input and guidance for process safety studies such as FERA, FTA, HAZID and QRA Provide technically sound engineering solutions to close risk gaps, ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation and company standards. Complete and check a wide range of process engineering calculations. Update Hazardous Area Classification Drawings and Schedules in accordance with EI15. Provide process safety support for Management of Change (MOC) processes. Conduct site-based process safety assurance activities. Identify safety-critical tasks and contribute to Safety Critical Task Analysis (SCTA) studies. Provide technical coaching to graduates and early-career engineers. Act as technical subject matter expert during incident investigations. Safety & Environmental Critical Tasks: The Process Safety Engineer is responsible for a wide range of critical activities across many areas including: Process design Relief systems Safety Instrumented Systems Hazardous Areas Human Factors Management of change Risk assessment Assurance Incident Investigation Key Requirements Include: MEng in Chemical and/or Process Engineering (or equivalent). CEng desirable but not essential. Functional Safety Engineer (FS Eng) certification desirable; relevant experience will also be considered. Minimum of 8 years experience in process and process safety engineering within a major hazard industry (preferably Oil and Gas). Working knowledge of Safety Case Regulations and/or COMAH. Operational experience and knowledge of Safe Isolation and Reinstatement of plant highly desirable. Experienced user of Hysys (or equivalent); Olga experience is highly desirable. Knowledge of consequence modelling tools, including their limitations. Phast user experience highly desirable but not essential as training will be provided. BOSIET/FOET, MIST, CA-EBS and Offshore Medical desirable but not essential. For further details, please forward a copy of your CV today Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the large number of applications we receive I m afraid we are unable to respond to everyone individually however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward. If we can take your application further, we will of course be in touch. Todd Hayes is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Todd Hayes Ltd
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Our client, a leading independent Oil & Gas operator, based in Norwich, are currently seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to be a member of their Process Safety Team. The role is responsible for the management, facilitation (where appropriate) and participation in a wide range of process safety studies and risk assessments, including FERA, FTA, HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, ORA and QRA. This is a diverse and dynamic position requiring flexibility to meet changing business needs. The successful candidate will have a strong process engineering background, significant experience in process safety, and a deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies and functional safety standards, particularly IEC 61511. Experience in LOPA facilitation, SIL determination, SIF design and SIL verification are essential. A recognised functional safety qualification (e.g., TÜV, Exida etc) is preferred. This is a full-time role requiring regular travel to both onshore and offshore sites. This is a temporary contract, initially for 12 months. Key responsibilities include: Manage, facilitate and participate in HAZOP and LOPA studies Provide technical input and guidance for process safety studies such as FERA, FTA, HAZID and QRA Provide technically sound engineering solutions to close risk gaps, ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation and company standards. Complete and check a wide range of process engineering calculations. Update Hazardous Area Classification Drawings and Schedules in accordance with EI15. Provide process safety support for Management of Change (MOC) processes. Conduct site-based process safety assurance activities. Identify safety-critical tasks and contribute to Safety Critical Task Analysis (SCTA) studies. Provide technical coaching to graduates and early-career engineers. Act as technical subject matter expert during incident investigations. Safety & Environmental Critical Tasks: The Process Safety Engineer is responsible for a wide range of critical activities across many areas including: Process design Relief systems Safety Instrumented Systems Hazardous Areas Human Factors Management of change Risk assessment Assurance Incident Investigation Key Requirements Include: MEng in Chemical and/or Process Engineering (or equivalent). CEng desirable but not essential. Functional Safety Engineer (FS Eng) certification desirable; relevant experience will also be considered. Minimum of 8 years experience in process and process safety engineering within a major hazard industry (preferably Oil and Gas). Working knowledge of Safety Case Regulations and/or COMAH. Operational experience and knowledge of Safe Isolation and Reinstatement of plant highly desirable. Experienced user of Hysys (or equivalent); Olga experience is highly desirable. Knowledge of consequence modelling tools, including their limitations. Phast user experience highly desirable but not essential as training will be provided. BOSIET/FOET, MIST, CA-EBS and Offshore Medical desirable but not essential. For further details, please forward a copy of your CV today Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the large number of applications we receive I m afraid we are unable to respond to everyone individually however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward. If we can take your application further, we will of course be in touch. Todd Hayes is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Todd Hayes Ltd
Automotive Software Architect & Toolchain Engineer - Automotive or Electrical drive systems Location: Norwich Permanent Hybrid / 3-4 days onsite per week ARCA Resourcing is proud to partner with an innovative high-tech scale-up at the forefront of next-generation electric drive systems for automotive and mobility applications. This is a rare opportunity for a Software Tools & Architecture Engineer to play a defining role in shaping the entire software engineering ecosystem - from embedded platforms and operating systems through to automated toolchains, verification environments, and model-based development workflows. You ll be joining a highly ambitious engineering organisation developing advanced electric drive technologies, where software quality, scalability, automation, and engineering excellence are central to product success. The Opportunity In this role, you will define, standardise, and continuously improve the software architecture and development toolchain used across complex embedded automotive systems. You will act as a key technical authority in shaping how software is built, integrated, tested, verified, and released. This is a hands-on architecture role with significant influence across engineering disciplines, including embedded software, controls, systems, electronics, calibration, and validation teams. A core focus will be driving automation, process maturity, and engineering efficiency aligned with ASPICE principles and functional safety expectations. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain end-to-end software architecture across embedded platforms, middleware, applications, and verification environments Establish software engineering standards, architectural patterns, coding practices, and development workflows Lead the design of scalable, automated development environments including CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and test automation frameworks Specify and integrate toolchains across requirements, modelling, coding, simulation, testing, calibration, diagnostics, and HIL environments Support and enhance model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink and auto-code generation workflows Drive implementation of automated verification strategies including MIL, SIL, PIL, and HIL testing Improve software quality through metrics, dashboards, traceability, and continuous process improvement Ensure alignment with ASPICE, functional safety, cybersecurity, and product engineering requirements Collaborate across multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure architectural consistency and toolchain integration Evaluate and introduce emerging technologies to enhance development efficiency and system performance Key Skills & Experience Strong background in software architecture for embedded automotive or electric drive systems Experience building or improving software toolchains, CI/CD pipelines, and automated development workflows Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development approaches Understanding of ASPICE-aligned automotive software processes Awareness of functional safety principles in embedded software environments Experience with automated testing, static analysis, version control, and requirements traceability Strong embedded software understanding (C/C++, real-time systems, diagnostics, calibration desirable) Experience working across cross-functional engineering teams A proactive mindset with the ability to introduce process improvement and automation Why Apply? This is a high-impact role where your work will directly shape how next-generation electric drive software is engineered, validated, and delivered. You ll have genuine influence over architecture decisions, tooling strategy, and engineering best practices in a fast-moving, innovation-led environment.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Automotive Software Architect & Toolchain Engineer - Automotive or Electrical drive systems Location: Norwich Permanent Hybrid / 3-4 days onsite per week ARCA Resourcing is proud to partner with an innovative high-tech scale-up at the forefront of next-generation electric drive systems for automotive and mobility applications. This is a rare opportunity for a Software Tools & Architecture Engineer to play a defining role in shaping the entire software engineering ecosystem - from embedded platforms and operating systems through to automated toolchains, verification environments, and model-based development workflows. You ll be joining a highly ambitious engineering organisation developing advanced electric drive technologies, where software quality, scalability, automation, and engineering excellence are central to product success. The Opportunity In this role, you will define, standardise, and continuously improve the software architecture and development toolchain used across complex embedded automotive systems. You will act as a key technical authority in shaping how software is built, integrated, tested, verified, and released. This is a hands-on architecture role with significant influence across engineering disciplines, including embedded software, controls, systems, electronics, calibration, and validation teams. A core focus will be driving automation, process maturity, and engineering efficiency aligned with ASPICE principles and functional safety expectations. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain end-to-end software architecture across embedded platforms, middleware, applications, and verification environments Establish software engineering standards, architectural patterns, coding practices, and development workflows Lead the design of scalable, automated development environments including CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and test automation frameworks Specify and integrate toolchains across requirements, modelling, coding, simulation, testing, calibration, diagnostics, and HIL environments Support and enhance model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink and auto-code generation workflows Drive implementation of automated verification strategies including MIL, SIL, PIL, and HIL testing Improve software quality through metrics, dashboards, traceability, and continuous process improvement Ensure alignment with ASPICE, functional safety, cybersecurity, and product engineering requirements Collaborate across multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure architectural consistency and toolchain integration Evaluate and introduce emerging technologies to enhance development efficiency and system performance Key Skills & Experience Strong background in software architecture for embedded automotive or electric drive systems Experience building or improving software toolchains, CI/CD pipelines, and automated development workflows Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development approaches Understanding of ASPICE-aligned automotive software processes Awareness of functional safety principles in embedded software environments Experience with automated testing, static analysis, version control, and requirements traceability Strong embedded software understanding (C/C++, real-time systems, diagnostics, calibration desirable) Experience working across cross-functional engineering teams A proactive mindset with the ability to introduce process improvement and automation Why Apply? This is a high-impact role where your work will directly shape how next-generation electric drive software is engineered, validated, and delivered. You ll have genuine influence over architecture decisions, tooling strategy, and engineering best practices in a fast-moving, innovation-led environment.
Lead Software Engineer - Electrical drive systems Location: Norwich Permanent Hybrid / 3-4 days onsite per week ARCA Resourcing is proud to partner with an innovative high-tech scale-up at the forefront of next-generation electric drive systems for automotive and mobility applications. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced Lead Software Engineer to take ownership of embedded software development across complex electric drive systems, shaping both technical direction and team delivery. You will play a pivotal role in defining architecture, driving software quality, and leading engineering activity across the full development lifecycle. Working at the heart of a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will guide a talented software team while collaborating closely with systems, hardware, controls, and validation engineers to deliver robust, high-performance automotive solutions. The Opportunity You will lead the design and development of embedded software spanning base software, application layers, motor control, power electronics control, charging systems, diagnostics, and real-time vehicle functions. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with team management and delivery ownership, ensuring software is designed, built, integrated, and validated to the highest standards in a safety-critical automotive environment. A strong focus is placed on structured development processes, ASPICE-aligned delivery, and continuous improvement across tools, workflows, and engineering practices. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of embedded software for electric drive systems, including BSW, application software, motor control, charging, DC-DC control, diagnostics, and system functions Define and maintain software architecture aligned with system and product requirements Lead, organise, and mentor software engineers, promoting best practice in development, planning, and documentation Define software tools, methods, and processes, and lead key technical decisions aligned with ASPICE principles Oversee the full software lifecycle from requirements through implementation, verification, validation, and release Drive delivery of software milestones through effective planning, tracking, documentation, and change control Develop and review high-quality embedded software using model-based development, auto-code generation, and C/C++ as appropriate Support control algorithm development and ensure software meets performance, safety, and reliability targets Lead software integration with embedded hardware platforms and system architectures Collaborate with systems, hardware, and test teams to define requirements, interfaces, and integration strategies Support validation activities including bench testing, HIL, dynamometer testing, and system verification Lead root cause analysis, system debugging, and corrective action implementation Define and oversee software verification and validation strategies, ensuring full traceability across requirements, code, and test Lead software reviews and ensure compliance with coding standards, quality processes, and development guidelines Manage day-to-day software team activity, supporting technical development and delivery performance Drive continuous improvement across software processes, tools, CI/CD, testing, configuration management, and documentation Support compliance with relevant industry standards including ISO 26262, ASPICE, and MISRA C Contribute to future product concepts and system strategy for electric drive technologies Key Skills & Experience Strong background in embedded software development for automotive or electric drive systems Experience with motor control, inverter control, DC-DC systems, diagnostics, and real-time embedded software Proven ability to lead and mentor software engineering teams in a delivery-focused environment Strong understanding of software architecture and hardware/software integration Experience across the full software lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, verification, validation, and release Hands-on experience with software testing strategies including unit, integration, HIL, and system-level testing Strong planning, organisation, documentation, and delivery management capability Working knowledge of ISO 26262, ASPICE, MISRA C, and functional safety principles Strong collaboration skills across multi-disciplinary engineering teams Excellent problem-solving ability with a balance of performance, robustness, and maintainability Why Apply? This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape both the software architecture and the engineering capability behind next-generation electric drive systems. You will have real influence over technical direction, team growth, and product delivery in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Lead Software Engineer - Electrical drive systems Location: Norwich Permanent Hybrid / 3-4 days onsite per week ARCA Resourcing is proud to partner with an innovative high-tech scale-up at the forefront of next-generation electric drive systems for automotive and mobility applications. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced Lead Software Engineer to take ownership of embedded software development across complex electric drive systems, shaping both technical direction and team delivery. You will play a pivotal role in defining architecture, driving software quality, and leading engineering activity across the full development lifecycle. Working at the heart of a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will guide a talented software team while collaborating closely with systems, hardware, controls, and validation engineers to deliver robust, high-performance automotive solutions. The Opportunity You will lead the design and development of embedded software spanning base software, application layers, motor control, power electronics control, charging systems, diagnostics, and real-time vehicle functions. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with team management and delivery ownership, ensuring software is designed, built, integrated, and validated to the highest standards in a safety-critical automotive environment. A strong focus is placed on structured development processes, ASPICE-aligned delivery, and continuous improvement across tools, workflows, and engineering practices. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of embedded software for electric drive systems, including BSW, application software, motor control, charging, DC-DC control, diagnostics, and system functions Define and maintain software architecture aligned with system and product requirements Lead, organise, and mentor software engineers, promoting best practice in development, planning, and documentation Define software tools, methods, and processes, and lead key technical decisions aligned with ASPICE principles Oversee the full software lifecycle from requirements through implementation, verification, validation, and release Drive delivery of software milestones through effective planning, tracking, documentation, and change control Develop and review high-quality embedded software using model-based development, auto-code generation, and C/C++ as appropriate Support control algorithm development and ensure software meets performance, safety, and reliability targets Lead software integration with embedded hardware platforms and system architectures Collaborate with systems, hardware, and test teams to define requirements, interfaces, and integration strategies Support validation activities including bench testing, HIL, dynamometer testing, and system verification Lead root cause analysis, system debugging, and corrective action implementation Define and oversee software verification and validation strategies, ensuring full traceability across requirements, code, and test Lead software reviews and ensure compliance with coding standards, quality processes, and development guidelines Manage day-to-day software team activity, supporting technical development and delivery performance Drive continuous improvement across software processes, tools, CI/CD, testing, configuration management, and documentation Support compliance with relevant industry standards including ISO 26262, ASPICE, and MISRA C Contribute to future product concepts and system strategy for electric drive technologies Key Skills & Experience Strong background in embedded software development for automotive or electric drive systems Experience with motor control, inverter control, DC-DC systems, diagnostics, and real-time embedded software Proven ability to lead and mentor software engineering teams in a delivery-focused environment Strong understanding of software architecture and hardware/software integration Experience across the full software lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, verification, validation, and release Hands-on experience with software testing strategies including unit, integration, HIL, and system-level testing Strong planning, organisation, documentation, and delivery management capability Working knowledge of ISO 26262, ASPICE, MISRA C, and functional safety principles Strong collaboration skills across multi-disciplinary engineering teams Excellent problem-solving ability with a balance of performance, robustness, and maintainability Why Apply? This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape both the software architecture and the engineering capability behind next-generation electric drive systems. You will have real influence over technical direction, team growth, and product delivery in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.
Lead Software Engineer Hybrid Norwich This is an opportunity to join an innovative engineering company developing next-generation electric drive systems. You will take technical leadership of embedded software development across BSW and application layers, helping to define architecture and deliver robust, high-performance software for electric drive technologies from concept through to production. Responsibilities: Leading the design and development of embedded software across motor control, inverter control, DC-DC systems, diagnostics and related vehicle functions. Defining and maintaining software architecture aligned to system and product requirements. Driving full lifecycle delivery from requirements through implementation, verification, validation and release. Collaborating closely with systems, hardware, controls and test teams to ensure seamless integration and system performance. Overseeing software integration, bench testing, HIL validation and system-level debugging activities. Driving software quality, compliance and continuous improvement across tools, processes and standards. Requirements: Strong experience in embedded software development for electric drive, automotive or safety-critical systems. Proven ability to lead software teams and deliver complex embedded projects in a structured environment. Strong understanding of embedded architecture, real-time systems and control software integration. Experience with software verification and validation including unit, integration and system-level testing. Familiarity with ISO 26262, ASPICE, MISRA C and functional safety principles. Bonus Skills: Experience with motor control, inverter or power electronics software integration. Knowledge of model-based development, CI/CD, automated testing and configuration management. Experience working closely with hardware and controls teams in electrification or automotive systems. Apply now to join a highly innovative company operating at the forefront of electrification technology. Platform Recruitment: Platform Recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including Electronics, Embedded Software, FPGA, Mechanical, C++, DevOps, Technical Sales, Project Management and more
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Lead Software Engineer Hybrid Norwich This is an opportunity to join an innovative engineering company developing next-generation electric drive systems. You will take technical leadership of embedded software development across BSW and application layers, helping to define architecture and deliver robust, high-performance software for electric drive technologies from concept through to production. Responsibilities: Leading the design and development of embedded software across motor control, inverter control, DC-DC systems, diagnostics and related vehicle functions. Defining and maintaining software architecture aligned to system and product requirements. Driving full lifecycle delivery from requirements through implementation, verification, validation and release. Collaborating closely with systems, hardware, controls and test teams to ensure seamless integration and system performance. Overseeing software integration, bench testing, HIL validation and system-level debugging activities. Driving software quality, compliance and continuous improvement across tools, processes and standards. Requirements: Strong experience in embedded software development for electric drive, automotive or safety-critical systems. Proven ability to lead software teams and deliver complex embedded projects in a structured environment. Strong understanding of embedded architecture, real-time systems and control software integration. Experience with software verification and validation including unit, integration and system-level testing. Familiarity with ISO 26262, ASPICE, MISRA C and functional safety principles. Bonus Skills: Experience with motor control, inverter or power electronics software integration. Knowledge of model-based development, CI/CD, automated testing and configuration management. Experience working closely with hardware and controls teams in electrification or automotive systems. Apply now to join a highly innovative company operating at the forefront of electrification technology. Platform Recruitment: Platform Recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including Electronics, Embedded Software, FPGA, Mechanical, C++, DevOps, Technical Sales, Project Management and more
OLG Recruitment are currently looking for a Systems Test Engineer for our client located in Stallingborough. This is a contract opportunity up to October. As a Systems Test Engineer, you'll be embedded in the test engineering team, working alongside firmware, hardware, and compliance engineers. Your day-to-day work spans from functional bring-up and interface characterisation through to scripting automated test suites and expanding the HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test system to accommodate new product variants. Summary You are an experienced test or embedded systems engineer comfortable working across hardware bring-up, software/firmware interface testing, and test automation. You're at home with a logic analyser in one hand and a Python script in the other : equally able to characterise a new PCB's wireless interface and write the automated test that will verify it on every future build. You'll work alongside the myenergi test team to validate new product variants from first-board bring-up through to factory-readiness, and to build the automated test infrastructure that makes repeatable validation possible at scale. Hardware Bring-up & Interface Validation Validate new PCB variants at board level power-on sequencing, signal integrity, interface checks Test and characterise all communication interfaces: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, BLE, 4G/LTE, and PLC (ISO 15118) Diagnose and document hardware/firmware integration issues; work with firmware engineers to identify root causes Support pre-compliance testing activities alongside the companies compliance team : EMC prescreening, electrical safety checks, grid connection interface validation (G98/G99 awareness) HIL Testing & System Expansion Execute existing HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test suites for new product variants Expand HIL system compatibility to cover new hardware configurations : add new test points, update stimulus/response scripts, validate coverage gaps Work with the firmware and test teams to align HIL scenarios with real-world use cases Test Automation & Scripting Write new automated test scripts covering interface, functional, and regression test cases Build or extend test applications and tooling that integrate with the existing CI/CD pipeline Develop reporting infrastructure : clear, structured test reports that communicate pass/fail status, coverage, and defect details to engineering and product teams Align test cases with Jira and ensure traceability from requirement through to test evidence Factory Test Support Support production engineering to configure and validate bed-of-nails test fixtures for new variants Assist with EOL (end-of-line) test rig setup ensuring factory test coverage matches product specification Document factory test procedures and pass/fail criteria clearly Embedded systems test experience : hands-on validation of electronic hardware/firmware products; comfortable with PCB bring-up, lab equipment, and debugging unfamiliar boards Interface & protocol testing : proven experience testing at least two of: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, BLE, 4G/LTE, PLC or CAN : at a functional and diagnostic level (not just ping-and-pass) Test automation scripting : Python or equivalent; experience writing structured automated test scripts that run in a CI/CD context HIL or bench test systems : experience operating and extending hardware-in-the-loop or automated bench test environments Test reporting : able to produce clear, structured test reports; experience with test management tools (Jira, Qase, or equivalent) Communication : comfortable working in a multidisciplinary engineering environment; clear written and verbal reporting On-site availability at Stallingborough for the duration of the contract Desirable Skills & Experience Knowledge of EV charging standards or residential energy systems (IEC 61851, OCPP, ISO 15118, G98/G99) Experience with pre-compliance or EMC test activities Familiarity with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) Factory test or production test experience (bed-of-nails, ICT, EOL) Electronics or Embedded Systems degree (or equivalent practical background) AI-assisted testing : use of AI tools to accelerate test script generation, documentation, or defect analysis
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
OLG Recruitment are currently looking for a Systems Test Engineer for our client located in Stallingborough. This is a contract opportunity up to October. As a Systems Test Engineer, you'll be embedded in the test engineering team, working alongside firmware, hardware, and compliance engineers. Your day-to-day work spans from functional bring-up and interface characterisation through to scripting automated test suites and expanding the HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test system to accommodate new product variants. Summary You are an experienced test or embedded systems engineer comfortable working across hardware bring-up, software/firmware interface testing, and test automation. You're at home with a logic analyser in one hand and a Python script in the other : equally able to characterise a new PCB's wireless interface and write the automated test that will verify it on every future build. You'll work alongside the myenergi test team to validate new product variants from first-board bring-up through to factory-readiness, and to build the automated test infrastructure that makes repeatable validation possible at scale. Hardware Bring-up & Interface Validation Validate new PCB variants at board level power-on sequencing, signal integrity, interface checks Test and characterise all communication interfaces: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, BLE, 4G/LTE, and PLC (ISO 15118) Diagnose and document hardware/firmware integration issues; work with firmware engineers to identify root causes Support pre-compliance testing activities alongside the companies compliance team : EMC prescreening, electrical safety checks, grid connection interface validation (G98/G99 awareness) HIL Testing & System Expansion Execute existing HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test suites for new product variants Expand HIL system compatibility to cover new hardware configurations : add new test points, update stimulus/response scripts, validate coverage gaps Work with the firmware and test teams to align HIL scenarios with real-world use cases Test Automation & Scripting Write new automated test scripts covering interface, functional, and regression test cases Build or extend test applications and tooling that integrate with the existing CI/CD pipeline Develop reporting infrastructure : clear, structured test reports that communicate pass/fail status, coverage, and defect details to engineering and product teams Align test cases with Jira and ensure traceability from requirement through to test evidence Factory Test Support Support production engineering to configure and validate bed-of-nails test fixtures for new variants Assist with EOL (end-of-line) test rig setup ensuring factory test coverage matches product specification Document factory test procedures and pass/fail criteria clearly Embedded systems test experience : hands-on validation of electronic hardware/firmware products; comfortable with PCB bring-up, lab equipment, and debugging unfamiliar boards Interface & protocol testing : proven experience testing at least two of: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, BLE, 4G/LTE, PLC or CAN : at a functional and diagnostic level (not just ping-and-pass) Test automation scripting : Python or equivalent; experience writing structured automated test scripts that run in a CI/CD context HIL or bench test systems : experience operating and extending hardware-in-the-loop or automated bench test environments Test reporting : able to produce clear, structured test reports; experience with test management tools (Jira, Qase, or equivalent) Communication : comfortable working in a multidisciplinary engineering environment; clear written and verbal reporting On-site availability at Stallingborough for the duration of the contract Desirable Skills & Experience Knowledge of EV charging standards or residential energy systems (IEC 61851, OCPP, ISO 15118, G98/G99) Experience with pre-compliance or EMC test activities Familiarity with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) Factory test or production test experience (bed-of-nails, ICT, EOL) Electronics or Embedded Systems degree (or equivalent practical background) AI-assisted testing : use of AI tools to accelerate test script generation, documentation, or defect analysis
Role : Automotive Software Architecture & Toolchain Engineer Location : Hethel, Norfolk Type : Permanent Mode of work : Hybrid Key Responsibilities Define, document and maintain end-to-end software architecture across embedded software platforms, operating system layers, middleware, applications, development tools and verification environments for automotive electric drive systems. Establish and promote software development standards, architectural patterns, coding practices and best-practice workflows across engineering teams. Support the definition, implementation and continuous improvement of software processes, methods and toolchains aligned with ASPICE. Ensure software architecture aligns with product roadmaps, system requirements, functional safety needs, cybersecurity considerations, performance targets and structured automotive development processes. Evaluate and select core technologies, frameworks, libraries, operating systems, development tools and software components to support long-term scalability, maintainability, reuse and performance. Design and maintain a unified and automated development environment, including build systems, configuration management, code generation tools, CI/CD pipelines, automated test execution and verification frameworks. Specify, manage and configure development tools across the full software lifecycle, including requirements management, architecture modelling, model-based development, code generation, compilers, static analysis, unit testing, integration testing, calibration, diagnostics, debugging, simulation and HIL environments. Support the integration of MATLAB/Simulink, autocode generation, embedded C/C++, calibration tools, diagnostic tools, simulators and test automation into a consistent software delivery workflow. Implement advanced tools and methods such as automated defect detection, early-stage simulation, model-in-the-loop, software-in-the-loop, processor-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop and automated verification. Establish metrics, dashboards and feedback loops to monitor and improve software quality, development efficiency, process maturity, defect trends and delivery cycle time. Drive defect reduction through improved build processes, automated testing, code quality gates, traceability, architectural governance and continuous integration. Work closely with embedded software, controls, systems, electronics, motor design, calibration, validation and test teams to ensure architectural consistency, tool compatibility and process alignment. Support software release readiness by improving traceability, repeatability, version control, verification evidence and development process compliance. Support innovation activities by exploring emerging technologies, tools and methodologies relevant to automotive electric drive systems. Key Skills Experience defining scalable, maintainable and high-performance software architectures for embedded automotive or electric drive systems. Strong capability in developing and maintaining software tools for simulation, testing, calibration, diagnostics, integration and automated software delivery. Experience with model-based development environments, including MATLAB/Simulink and similar platforms, to support system simulation, control development, testing and validation. Good understanding of automotive software development processes and toolchains aligned with ASPICE principles. Awareness of functional safety and software quality expectations in automotive development environments. Ability to integrate software tools into existing workflows, automate repetitive activities and enable efficient data exchange across software, hardware, controls and test environments. Experience with CI/CD, automated build systems, version control, requirements traceability, static analysis, automated testing and software quality metrics. Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across software, controls, hardware, systems, calibration and validation teams. Ability to evaluate emerging technologies, improve workflows and introduce innovative solutions that enhance development efficiency, quality and system performance. Practical understanding of embedded software development, real-time systems, automotive communication protocols, diagnostics, calibration and HIL testing would be beneficial. Ability to evaluate emerging technologies, improve workflows. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Role : Automotive Software Architecture & Toolchain Engineer Location : Hethel, Norfolk Type : Permanent Mode of work : Hybrid Key Responsibilities Define, document and maintain end-to-end software architecture across embedded software platforms, operating system layers, middleware, applications, development tools and verification environments for automotive electric drive systems. Establish and promote software development standards, architectural patterns, coding practices and best-practice workflows across engineering teams. Support the definition, implementation and continuous improvement of software processes, methods and toolchains aligned with ASPICE. Ensure software architecture aligns with product roadmaps, system requirements, functional safety needs, cybersecurity considerations, performance targets and structured automotive development processes. Evaluate and select core technologies, frameworks, libraries, operating systems, development tools and software components to support long-term scalability, maintainability, reuse and performance. Design and maintain a unified and automated development environment, including build systems, configuration management, code generation tools, CI/CD pipelines, automated test execution and verification frameworks. Specify, manage and configure development tools across the full software lifecycle, including requirements management, architecture modelling, model-based development, code generation, compilers, static analysis, unit testing, integration testing, calibration, diagnostics, debugging, simulation and HIL environments. Support the integration of MATLAB/Simulink, autocode generation, embedded C/C++, calibration tools, diagnostic tools, simulators and test automation into a consistent software delivery workflow. Implement advanced tools and methods such as automated defect detection, early-stage simulation, model-in-the-loop, software-in-the-loop, processor-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop and automated verification. Establish metrics, dashboards and feedback loops to monitor and improve software quality, development efficiency, process maturity, defect trends and delivery cycle time. Drive defect reduction through improved build processes, automated testing, code quality gates, traceability, architectural governance and continuous integration. Work closely with embedded software, controls, systems, electronics, motor design, calibration, validation and test teams to ensure architectural consistency, tool compatibility and process alignment. Support software release readiness by improving traceability, repeatability, version control, verification evidence and development process compliance. Support innovation activities by exploring emerging technologies, tools and methodologies relevant to automotive electric drive systems. Key Skills Experience defining scalable, maintainable and high-performance software architectures for embedded automotive or electric drive systems. Strong capability in developing and maintaining software tools for simulation, testing, calibration, diagnostics, integration and automated software delivery. Experience with model-based development environments, including MATLAB/Simulink and similar platforms, to support system simulation, control development, testing and validation. Good understanding of automotive software development processes and toolchains aligned with ASPICE principles. Awareness of functional safety and software quality expectations in automotive development environments. Ability to integrate software tools into existing workflows, automate repetitive activities and enable efficient data exchange across software, hardware, controls and test environments. Experience with CI/CD, automated build systems, version control, requirements traceability, static analysis, automated testing and software quality metrics. Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across software, controls, hardware, systems, calibration and validation teams. Ability to evaluate emerging technologies, improve workflows and introduce innovative solutions that enhance development efficiency, quality and system performance. Practical understanding of embedded software development, real-time systems, automotive communication protocols, diagnostics, calibration and HIL testing would be beneficial. Ability to evaluate emerging technologies, improve workflows. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Embedded Software Engineer Location: 3 days/week in London Contract Length: 12 Months Day Rate: 50-65 per hour Security Clearance: SC Eligible or Active SC Preferred Start Date: ASAP Overview I am seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of advanced defence radar and surveillance systems for a high-profile programme within the defence sector. This contract role will focus on real-time embedded software development for radar processing platforms, sensor interfaces, and mission-critical electronic systems. The successful engineer will work closely with systems, FPGA, DSP, and electronics teams to deliver software for complex embedded hardware environments. Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded software in C/C++ for radar and sensor systems Develop low-level drivers and hardware abstraction layers for custom embedded platforms Work on real-time software running on ARM-based and DSP-enabled systems Interface with FPGA teams for high-speed data transfer and hardware control Support radar signal acquisition, timing, synchronisation, and control functionality Develop software for communication interfaces including SPI, UART, Ethernet, PCIe, and CAN Debug complex hardware/software integration issues using JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analysers Participate in system integration, verification, and environmental testing activities Produce clear technical documentation aligned with defence engineering standards Required Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience in embedded software engineering within defence, aerospace, or high-reliability systems Expert-level C/C++ development skills Experience with RTOS environments such as VxWorks, FreeRTOS, Integrity, or embedded Linux Experience working closely with FPGA or DSP teams Strong understanding of embedded hardware architectures and board bring-up Experience debugging low-level embedded systems Familiarity with high-speed communication interfaces and real-time data handling Experience working within regulated or safety-critical engineering environments Ability to obtain or hold UK SC clearance Desirable Experience Radar systems or sensor-processing experience Digital signal processing (DSP) RF systems or electronic warfare knowledge Experience with Xilinx or Intel FPGA platforms DO-178C, DEF STAN, or IEC standards exposure Python scripting or automated test frameworks CI/CD pipelines and embedded Linux build systems
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Embedded Software Engineer Location: 3 days/week in London Contract Length: 12 Months Day Rate: 50-65 per hour Security Clearance: SC Eligible or Active SC Preferred Start Date: ASAP Overview I am seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of advanced defence radar and surveillance systems for a high-profile programme within the defence sector. This contract role will focus on real-time embedded software development for radar processing platforms, sensor interfaces, and mission-critical electronic systems. The successful engineer will work closely with systems, FPGA, DSP, and electronics teams to deliver software for complex embedded hardware environments. Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded software in C/C++ for radar and sensor systems Develop low-level drivers and hardware abstraction layers for custom embedded platforms Work on real-time software running on ARM-based and DSP-enabled systems Interface with FPGA teams for high-speed data transfer and hardware control Support radar signal acquisition, timing, synchronisation, and control functionality Develop software for communication interfaces including SPI, UART, Ethernet, PCIe, and CAN Debug complex hardware/software integration issues using JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analysers Participate in system integration, verification, and environmental testing activities Produce clear technical documentation aligned with defence engineering standards Required Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience in embedded software engineering within defence, aerospace, or high-reliability systems Expert-level C/C++ development skills Experience with RTOS environments such as VxWorks, FreeRTOS, Integrity, or embedded Linux Experience working closely with FPGA or DSP teams Strong understanding of embedded hardware architectures and board bring-up Experience debugging low-level embedded systems Familiarity with high-speed communication interfaces and real-time data handling Experience working within regulated or safety-critical engineering environments Ability to obtain or hold UK SC clearance Desirable Experience Radar systems or sensor-processing experience Digital signal processing (DSP) RF systems or electronic warfare knowledge Experience with Xilinx or Intel FPGA platforms DO-178C, DEF STAN, or IEC standards exposure Python scripting or automated test frameworks CI/CD pipelines and embedded Linux build systems
Site Data Analyst Location: Greatham, Teesside Client: Tioxide Lead SAP PM and site data improvement at a major manufacturing site Tioxide is recruiting for a Site Data Analyst to join the Finance team at Greatham. This is a specialist systems and data role where you will act as the Business Process Owner for the site s Enterprise Asset Management and SAP PM system, supporting IT infrastructure for plant maintenance and helping drive continuous improvement across maintenance systems and processes. You will also support the development of key site systems including the Factory Information System, PI Vision and web-based intelligent interfaces. Working with SAP users, site teams, external suppliers and senior stakeholders, you will provide first-line support, technical guidance, coaching and data-led insight to help improve maintenance performance and business decision-making. What you ll be doing You will: Act as Business Process Owner for SAP PM / Enterprise Asset Management and supporting maintenance systems. Lead continuous improvement of site maintenance systems strategy, including SAP PM and related software. Support and coach a user community of around 100 SAP users. Educate and influence manufacturing teams in the use of SAP and web-based intelligent interfaces. Provide technical support, guidance and solutions to resolve SAP and maintenance system issues. Improve use of SAP Planned Maintenance functionality to support maintenance and reliability processes. Ensure common working practices for master data management across plant areas. Plan and prioritise master data maintenance to support statutory, maintenance and CAPEX programmes. Manage SAP role allocation, ensuring users have appropriate access, training and support. Develop automated reports aligned to business goals for site leadership, engineering managers and other stakeholders. Lead liaison with external suppliers to deliver computer-aided engineering solutions. Manage and develop the site s Aveva PI Vision Factory Information System to support safety, quality, cost and production performance. Promote a positive, values-led culture focused on collaboration, improvement and high standards. Candidate requirements We welcome applications from people who have: HNC, or equivalent knowledge, in an engineering discipline such as mechanical, electrical, chemical or a related subject. Experience delivering SAP Plant Maintenance or Enterprise Asset Management solutions. Experience in asset management, maintenance systems, capital project execution or manufacturing systems. Strong knowledge of SAP PM and maintenance performance metrics such as OEE, MTBF and MTTR. Good IT and data skills, including Excel, PI/FIS or similar systems. Experience developing performance reports, tools or automated reporting. The ability to simplify complex issues and turn data into practical insight. Strong written, verbal communication and facilitation skills. Confidence supporting users, coaching others and working with a wide range of stakeholders. A proactive, curious and continuous improvement mindset. We know people gain skills in different ways. You do not need to meet every point above to apply. If this role interests you and you believe you could make a positive contribution, we would welcome your application. Why join Tioxide? Join Tioxide in a role where your SAP PM, systems and data expertise will directly support maintenance performance, reliability, safety and operational decision-making. You will help shape how site teams use systems, data and reporting to improve performance across a major Teesside manufacturing site. Diversity and inclusion Tioxide is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to contribute. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including people from groups currently under-represented in manufacturing, data, systems, finance and technical roles. Tioxide and Wolviston Management Services are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Site Data Analyst Location: Greatham, Teesside Client: Tioxide Lead SAP PM and site data improvement at a major manufacturing site Tioxide is recruiting for a Site Data Analyst to join the Finance team at Greatham. This is a specialist systems and data role where you will act as the Business Process Owner for the site s Enterprise Asset Management and SAP PM system, supporting IT infrastructure for plant maintenance and helping drive continuous improvement across maintenance systems and processes. You will also support the development of key site systems including the Factory Information System, PI Vision and web-based intelligent interfaces. Working with SAP users, site teams, external suppliers and senior stakeholders, you will provide first-line support, technical guidance, coaching and data-led insight to help improve maintenance performance and business decision-making. What you ll be doing You will: Act as Business Process Owner for SAP PM / Enterprise Asset Management and supporting maintenance systems. Lead continuous improvement of site maintenance systems strategy, including SAP PM and related software. Support and coach a user community of around 100 SAP users. Educate and influence manufacturing teams in the use of SAP and web-based intelligent interfaces. Provide technical support, guidance and solutions to resolve SAP and maintenance system issues. Improve use of SAP Planned Maintenance functionality to support maintenance and reliability processes. Ensure common working practices for master data management across plant areas. Plan and prioritise master data maintenance to support statutory, maintenance and CAPEX programmes. Manage SAP role allocation, ensuring users have appropriate access, training and support. Develop automated reports aligned to business goals for site leadership, engineering managers and other stakeholders. Lead liaison with external suppliers to deliver computer-aided engineering solutions. Manage and develop the site s Aveva PI Vision Factory Information System to support safety, quality, cost and production performance. Promote a positive, values-led culture focused on collaboration, improvement and high standards. Candidate requirements We welcome applications from people who have: HNC, or equivalent knowledge, in an engineering discipline such as mechanical, electrical, chemical or a related subject. Experience delivering SAP Plant Maintenance or Enterprise Asset Management solutions. Experience in asset management, maintenance systems, capital project execution or manufacturing systems. Strong knowledge of SAP PM and maintenance performance metrics such as OEE, MTBF and MTTR. Good IT and data skills, including Excel, PI/FIS or similar systems. Experience developing performance reports, tools or automated reporting. The ability to simplify complex issues and turn data into practical insight. Strong written, verbal communication and facilitation skills. Confidence supporting users, coaching others and working with a wide range of stakeholders. A proactive, curious and continuous improvement mindset. We know people gain skills in different ways. You do not need to meet every point above to apply. If this role interests you and you believe you could make a positive contribution, we would welcome your application. Why join Tioxide? Join Tioxide in a role where your SAP PM, systems and data expertise will directly support maintenance performance, reliability, safety and operational decision-making. You will help shape how site teams use systems, data and reporting to improve performance across a major Teesside manufacturing site. Diversity and inclusion Tioxide is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to contribute. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including people from groups currently under-represented in manufacturing, data, systems, finance and technical roles. Tioxide and Wolviston Management Services are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.
Job Title: Senior QA Validation Engineer Location - Cambridge: On Site (some flex on occasion Salary - 80k - 100k (depending on experience) + up to 10% bonus (company performance dependent) Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior QA Validation Engineer to support the development and delivery of complex, safety-critical software systems within a regulated environment. This role combines software verification and validation activities with quality and compliance responsibilities, ensuring that software products are developed, tested, and documented in accordance with established quality management processes and industry standards. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you will contribute throughout the software development lifecycle, from test strategy and verification planning through to execution, reporting, and regulatory compliance activities. Key Responsibilities Verification & Validation Develop, maintain, and execute software verification and validation plans, protocols, and reports. Define and implement test strategies covering unit, integration, system, and end-to-end testing activities. Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test suites to support continuous integration and release activities. Create and maintain test tools and processes to improve test coverage, efficiency, and repeatability. Execute manual testing where automation is not feasible or appropriate. Establish and maintain traceability between requirements, design artefacts, risk controls, and verification activities. Analyse test results, investigate defects, and support root cause analysis and corrective actions. Quality & Compliance Ensure testing activities are conducted in accordance with established quality management processes and applicable regulatory requirements. Support software risk management activities throughout the product lifecycle. Author, review, and maintain validation documentation, including test plans, test cases, protocols, reports, and supporting quality records. Contribute to design history, requirements management, and other controlled documentation activities. Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions where required. Collaboration Work closely with software, systems, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure product quality objectives are achieved. Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering and operations to resolve quality issues and improve development processes. Promote best practices in software testing, validation, and quality assurance. Skills & Experience Strong background in software verification, validation, and quality assurance within a regulated industry. Experience developing and executing automated and manual test strategies. Working knowledge of C/C++ and Python for test development and automation. Experience testing complex integrated systems involving software, hardware, and electromechanical components. Familiarity with requirements management, electronic quality management systems (eQMS), and controlled documentation processes. Ability to analyse technical issues, identify risks, and develop practical solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Experience Experience working within regulated product development environments. Knowledge of software lifecycle, risk management, and quality management standards relevant to safety-critical systems. Experience supporting compliance, validation, and regulatory documentation activities. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Several years of experience in software quality assurance, verification, validation, or test engineering within a regulated industry. Working Environment Collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment. Opportunity to work across software quality, validation, compliance, and process improvement activities. Occasional travel may be required.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior QA Validation Engineer Location - Cambridge: On Site (some flex on occasion Salary - 80k - 100k (depending on experience) + up to 10% bonus (company performance dependent) Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior QA Validation Engineer to support the development and delivery of complex, safety-critical software systems within a regulated environment. This role combines software verification and validation activities with quality and compliance responsibilities, ensuring that software products are developed, tested, and documented in accordance with established quality management processes and industry standards. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you will contribute throughout the software development lifecycle, from test strategy and verification planning through to execution, reporting, and regulatory compliance activities. Key Responsibilities Verification & Validation Develop, maintain, and execute software verification and validation plans, protocols, and reports. Define and implement test strategies covering unit, integration, system, and end-to-end testing activities. Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test suites to support continuous integration and release activities. Create and maintain test tools and processes to improve test coverage, efficiency, and repeatability. Execute manual testing where automation is not feasible or appropriate. Establish and maintain traceability between requirements, design artefacts, risk controls, and verification activities. Analyse test results, investigate defects, and support root cause analysis and corrective actions. Quality & Compliance Ensure testing activities are conducted in accordance with established quality management processes and applicable regulatory requirements. Support software risk management activities throughout the product lifecycle. Author, review, and maintain validation documentation, including test plans, test cases, protocols, reports, and supporting quality records. Contribute to design history, requirements management, and other controlled documentation activities. Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions where required. Collaboration Work closely with software, systems, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure product quality objectives are achieved. Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering and operations to resolve quality issues and improve development processes. Promote best practices in software testing, validation, and quality assurance. Skills & Experience Strong background in software verification, validation, and quality assurance within a regulated industry. Experience developing and executing automated and manual test strategies. Working knowledge of C/C++ and Python for test development and automation. Experience testing complex integrated systems involving software, hardware, and electromechanical components. Familiarity with requirements management, electronic quality management systems (eQMS), and controlled documentation processes. Ability to analyse technical issues, identify risks, and develop practical solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Experience Experience working within regulated product development environments. Knowledge of software lifecycle, risk management, and quality management standards relevant to safety-critical systems. Experience supporting compliance, validation, and regulatory documentation activities. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Several years of experience in software quality assurance, verification, validation, or test engineering within a regulated industry. Working Environment Collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment. Opportunity to work across software quality, validation, compliance, and process improvement activities. Occasional travel may be required.
DEKRA Organisational & Process Safety
Chilworth, Hampshire
Process Safety Senior Consultant Location : Hybrid (Southampton / Leeds / Aberdeen) Salary: £70 per hour DOE Contract: Associate / Self Employed basis Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world We are DEKRA UK, part of a global organisation employing over 49,000 people in more than 60 countries! In the UK, we deliver a wide range of services spanning all industry types including but not limited to oil and gas, insurance, manufacturing, and chemical and process safety industries as well as services to the automotive sector. We are now recruiting for a Process Safety Senior Consultant to join the team on an associate basis A Day in the Life and the Impact You ll Make: As a Process Safety Senior Consultant, your day will be varied and impactful, combining technical expertise with client engagement and leadership. You ll lead and review complex hazard and risk assessments such as HAZOPs, QRAs, and DSEAR studies, while supporting clients in embedding robust process safety practices across their operations. Alongside producing high-quality technical reports and contributing to project delivery, you ll collaborate with colleagues, mentor junior team members, and support business development activities. Your work will play a critical role in helping clients manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, and operate safely and efficiently, making a direct and lasting impact on both people and performance. What You ll Do: Lead and review key process hazard and risk assessments, including HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, SWIFT, QRA, OBRA, and FTA Develop and implement Process Safety Management frameworks and the different techniques/toolkits for delivery of each of the areas including PHA and Risk assessment, QRA/OBRA Run audits of client PSM systems. Develop and implement Safety Reports and Safety Cases in line with regulations such as COMAH Provide expert guidance on embedding process safety across design, operations, and maintenance Conduct specialised assessments, including DSEAR risk assessments and relief/vent sizing studies Produce technical reports and support business development while mentoring junior team members What You ll Bring: Master s or Bachelors degree (M.Eng/M.Sc) in Process Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety, Chemical, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical Engineering (or any other relevant engineering discipline) supported by 5-10 years experience in Process Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety Engineering (directly or indirectly) as part of a manufacturing site or consultancy OR 10+ years of experience in a Process Safety (or equivalent) role with clear evidence of senior responsibility with PSM implementation and in-house developed expertise in the areas listed for the role Experience with developing scopes of work based on (internal or external) client requirements Experience in project management and task/budget control You must have a limited company with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity and Employers Liability insurance aligned with DEKRA s minimum requirements or onboard through an umbrella company. Nice to Have: Experience in Relief/Venting, Chemical Reaction Hazards and/or DSEAR/ATEX, is desirable, but not essential. Experience of development and implementation of Functional Safety (IEC61511) requirements Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion. At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Process Safety Senior Consultant Location : Hybrid (Southampton / Leeds / Aberdeen) Salary: £70 per hour DOE Contract: Associate / Self Employed basis Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world We are DEKRA UK, part of a global organisation employing over 49,000 people in more than 60 countries! In the UK, we deliver a wide range of services spanning all industry types including but not limited to oil and gas, insurance, manufacturing, and chemical and process safety industries as well as services to the automotive sector. We are now recruiting for a Process Safety Senior Consultant to join the team on an associate basis A Day in the Life and the Impact You ll Make: As a Process Safety Senior Consultant, your day will be varied and impactful, combining technical expertise with client engagement and leadership. You ll lead and review complex hazard and risk assessments such as HAZOPs, QRAs, and DSEAR studies, while supporting clients in embedding robust process safety practices across their operations. Alongside producing high-quality technical reports and contributing to project delivery, you ll collaborate with colleagues, mentor junior team members, and support business development activities. Your work will play a critical role in helping clients manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, and operate safely and efficiently, making a direct and lasting impact on both people and performance. What You ll Do: Lead and review key process hazard and risk assessments, including HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, SWIFT, QRA, OBRA, and FTA Develop and implement Process Safety Management frameworks and the different techniques/toolkits for delivery of each of the areas including PHA and Risk assessment, QRA/OBRA Run audits of client PSM systems. Develop and implement Safety Reports and Safety Cases in line with regulations such as COMAH Provide expert guidance on embedding process safety across design, operations, and maintenance Conduct specialised assessments, including DSEAR risk assessments and relief/vent sizing studies Produce technical reports and support business development while mentoring junior team members What You ll Bring: Master s or Bachelors degree (M.Eng/M.Sc) in Process Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety, Chemical, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical Engineering (or any other relevant engineering discipline) supported by 5-10 years experience in Process Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety Engineering (directly or indirectly) as part of a manufacturing site or consultancy OR 10+ years of experience in a Process Safety (or equivalent) role with clear evidence of senior responsibility with PSM implementation and in-house developed expertise in the areas listed for the role Experience with developing scopes of work based on (internal or external) client requirements Experience in project management and task/budget control You must have a limited company with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity and Employers Liability insurance aligned with DEKRA s minimum requirements or onboard through an umbrella company. Nice to Have: Experience in Relief/Venting, Chemical Reaction Hazards and/or DSEAR/ATEX, is desirable, but not essential. Experience of development and implementation of Functional Safety (IEC61511) requirements Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion. At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.
LTM Recruitment Specialists Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
My client, one of the best companies in their sector is an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. They are looking for a experienced Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to be based in our Newcastle office with the ability to inspire others. You will have the ability to run medium sized projects, undertake a client facing role in the development, design and co-ordination of engineering projects. Skills should include experience on data centre and mission critical projects. Other sector experience including commercial, hotel, retail and hotel design desirable. Experience will also include the coordination of engineering project services, with a proven track record in project management. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both with colleagues and clients, and experience working on innovative projects with leading client organisations, and contractors will equip you to take a future pro-active role in forging client relationships of our sector portfolio. You will possess good commercial awareness, in addition to having robust technical knowledge relevant to building services design, and capable of incorporating those technologies into the hotel and leisure sector. The position will ideally suit someone who is currently working in building service consultancy and is prepared to work hands on . The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Engineer or working towards, educated to degree level in Building Services Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years industry experience. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for running of medium size projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. • Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes • Surveys tests and reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations • Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements • Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client • Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams • Carries out engineering calculations to ensure drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards • Responsible for technical content and accuracy of Trainee, Graduates and Engineers • Validation and checking of designs and specifications Specific Skills & Knowledge • BEng, MSc, and have sufficient experience • MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND + appropriate experience or equivalent • Working towards Chartered Eng status • Competent in specification design/drawing for several building types • Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation • Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc • Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software • Good understanding of BS standards • Ability to prioritise own workload • Ability to work to deadlines • Managerial Skills
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
My client, one of the best companies in their sector is an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. They are looking for a experienced Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to be based in our Newcastle office with the ability to inspire others. You will have the ability to run medium sized projects, undertake a client facing role in the development, design and co-ordination of engineering projects. Skills should include experience on data centre and mission critical projects. Other sector experience including commercial, hotel, retail and hotel design desirable. Experience will also include the coordination of engineering project services, with a proven track record in project management. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both with colleagues and clients, and experience working on innovative projects with leading client organisations, and contractors will equip you to take a future pro-active role in forging client relationships of our sector portfolio. You will possess good commercial awareness, in addition to having robust technical knowledge relevant to building services design, and capable of incorporating those technologies into the hotel and leisure sector. The position will ideally suit someone who is currently working in building service consultancy and is prepared to work hands on . The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Engineer or working towards, educated to degree level in Building Services Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years industry experience. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for running of medium size projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. • Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes • Surveys tests and reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations • Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements • Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client • Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams • Carries out engineering calculations to ensure drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards • Responsible for technical content and accuracy of Trainee, Graduates and Engineers • Validation and checking of designs and specifications Specific Skills & Knowledge • BEng, MSc, and have sufficient experience • MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND + appropriate experience or equivalent • Working towards Chartered Eng status • Competent in specification design/drawing for several building types • Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation • Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc • Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software • Good understanding of BS standards • Ability to prioritise own workload • Ability to work to deadlines • Managerial Skills
LTM Recruitment Specialists Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
My client, arguably one of the best companies in the sector, are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. They are looking to employ an experienced Senior / Principal Engineer to be based in our NE office. You will have experience in the delivery of European data centres and mission-critical projects, along with other sector experience including process pharmaceutical, healthcare, commercial, labs and/or clean rooms would be desirable. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for the running of large projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical or Electrical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. (Several building types) • Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes • Surveys, tests, carries out dilapidation reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations • Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements • Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client • Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams • Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards • Leads on the coordination of engineering services • Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions Role Requirements You will need to possess the following professional and technical expertise: • BSc/BEng or degree in appropriate engineering discipline or have sufficient equivalent experience • MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus appropriate experience or equivalent • Working towards Chartered Eng status • Significant experience of specification design for several building types • Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation • Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc • Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software • Good understanding of BS standards/ UK Regulations/Codes • Ability to prioritise own workload • Ability to work to deadlines • Managerial skills • Presentation skills • Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
My client, arguably one of the best companies in the sector, are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. They are looking to employ an experienced Senior / Principal Engineer to be based in our NE office. You will have experience in the delivery of European data centres and mission-critical projects, along with other sector experience including process pharmaceutical, healthcare, commercial, labs and/or clean rooms would be desirable. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for the running of large projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical or Electrical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. (Several building types) • Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes • Surveys, tests, carries out dilapidation reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations • Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements • Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client • Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams • Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards • Leads on the coordination of engineering services • Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions Role Requirements You will need to possess the following professional and technical expertise: • BSc/BEng or degree in appropriate engineering discipline or have sufficient equivalent experience • MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus appropriate experience or equivalent • Working towards Chartered Eng status • Significant experience of specification design for several building types • Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation • Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc • Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software • Good understanding of BS standards/ UK Regulations/Codes • Ability to prioritise own workload • Ability to work to deadlines • Managerial skills • Presentation skills • Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective.
Lead EC&I Engineer Location: UK (with occasional travel as required) Sector: Highly regulated environment) Type: Long-term contract We're seeking an experienced Lead EC&I Engineer to support major projects. This role will suit a technically strong engineer who is comfortable leading work packages, overseeing design delivery, and acting as a key interface across multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of EC&I design activities across the full project lifecycle. Provide direction, oversight, and technical assurance to EC&I engineers, designers and supply chain partners. Take a primary role in defining the Distributed Control System (DCS) architecture and ensuring the design aligns with project and regulatory requirements. Collaborate directly with DCS vendors (including ABB or similar) to review, challenge, and refine system specifications and configurations. Produce and review EC&I design documentation including panel designs, cable schedules, termination drawings, I/O lists, and system architecture diagrams. Support hazard studies, design reviews, safety assessments and integration activities. Ensure compliance with quality standards, engineering governance requirements, and industry regulations. Main Requirements Education & Experience MSc in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or equivalent). 10+ years' EC&I engineering experience in regulated environments. Demonstrable experience leading technical teams and managing EC&I work packages. Core Technical Competencies Strong background in defining and integrating Distributed Control Systems (DCS). Ability to input into and challenge vendor documentation, particularly with ABB or similar systems. Design of new control systems and integration into existing plant ecosystems (including PLEX/upgrade programmes). Instrument selection, datasheet development, P&ID interpretation and in-line instrument sizing. Design of DCS/PLC panels, cable schedules and field junction box terminations. Proficiency with EC&I design tools (Eplan, AutoCAD Electrical, IGE+XAO). Understanding of safety functional requirements and environmental/seismic qualification. Working knowledge of EU Directives: LV, EMC, Machinery, ATEX. Additional (Desirable) Experience with LV system architecture for applications, including IEC 61850 digital buses. Soft Skills Strong leadership, clear communication and excellent stakeholder engagement. Ability to manage competing priorities across complex programmes. High level of detail orientation and proactive problem-solving capability. If you have a background in DCS systems and a passion for delivering robust engineering solutions within highly regulated industries, we'd like to hear from you. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Lead EC&I Engineer Location: UK (with occasional travel as required) Sector: Highly regulated environment) Type: Long-term contract We're seeking an experienced Lead EC&I Engineer to support major projects. This role will suit a technically strong engineer who is comfortable leading work packages, overseeing design delivery, and acting as a key interface across multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of EC&I design activities across the full project lifecycle. Provide direction, oversight, and technical assurance to EC&I engineers, designers and supply chain partners. Take a primary role in defining the Distributed Control System (DCS) architecture and ensuring the design aligns with project and regulatory requirements. Collaborate directly with DCS vendors (including ABB or similar) to review, challenge, and refine system specifications and configurations. Produce and review EC&I design documentation including panel designs, cable schedules, termination drawings, I/O lists, and system architecture diagrams. Support hazard studies, design reviews, safety assessments and integration activities. Ensure compliance with quality standards, engineering governance requirements, and industry regulations. Main Requirements Education & Experience MSc in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or equivalent). 10+ years' EC&I engineering experience in regulated environments. Demonstrable experience leading technical teams and managing EC&I work packages. Core Technical Competencies Strong background in defining and integrating Distributed Control Systems (DCS). Ability to input into and challenge vendor documentation, particularly with ABB or similar systems. Design of new control systems and integration into existing plant ecosystems (including PLEX/upgrade programmes). Instrument selection, datasheet development, P&ID interpretation and in-line instrument sizing. Design of DCS/PLC panels, cable schedules and field junction box terminations. Proficiency with EC&I design tools (Eplan, AutoCAD Electrical, IGE+XAO). Understanding of safety functional requirements and environmental/seismic qualification. Working knowledge of EU Directives: LV, EMC, Machinery, ATEX. Additional (Desirable) Experience with LV system architecture for applications, including IEC 61850 digital buses. Soft Skills Strong leadership, clear communication and excellent stakeholder engagement. Ability to manage competing priorities across complex programmes. High level of detail orientation and proactive problem-solving capability. If you have a background in DCS systems and a passion for delivering robust engineering solutions within highly regulated industries, we'd like to hear from you. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
The Maintenance Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of machinery and equipment within the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within the business services industry in South Ayrshire, focusing on engineering and manufacturing tasks. Client Details The employer is a well-established organisation, known for its focus on engineering and manufacturing. This company is committed to delivering excellence in its operations while maintaining a professional and efficient environment. Description Perform routine maintenance and repair on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal functionality. Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults effectively. Conduct inspections and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Collaborate with other departments to minimise downtime and improve productivity. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance. Assist in implementing preventative maintenance strategies. Source and manage spare parts and tools required for repairs and maintenance. Support the team in identifying opportunities for process improvement. Profile A recognised qualification in engineering or a related field. Experience working with mechanical or electrical systems in an engineering environment. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a manufacturing setting. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Good communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders. Job Offer Competitive salary of 42k per annum. Permanent position offering job stability and growth opportunities. Based in South Ayrshire, offering a convenient location for local candidates.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
The Maintenance Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of machinery and equipment within the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within the business services industry in South Ayrshire, focusing on engineering and manufacturing tasks. Client Details The employer is a well-established organisation, known for its focus on engineering and manufacturing. This company is committed to delivering excellence in its operations while maintaining a professional and efficient environment. Description Perform routine maintenance and repair on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal functionality. Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults effectively. Conduct inspections and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Collaborate with other departments to minimise downtime and improve productivity. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance. Assist in implementing preventative maintenance strategies. Source and manage spare parts and tools required for repairs and maintenance. Support the team in identifying opportunities for process improvement. Profile A recognised qualification in engineering or a related field. Experience working with mechanical or electrical systems in an engineering environment. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a manufacturing setting. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Good communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders. Job Offer Competitive salary of 42k per annum. Permanent position offering job stability and growth opportunities. Based in South Ayrshire, offering a convenient location for local candidates.
Senior Backend Python Developer 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 450 per day Leeds based - hybrid working - 3 days onsite Responsibilities Build and maintain backend services and APIs in line with existing architectural patterns and standards. Implement business logic, data access layers, and integrations with internal and external systems. Develop and enhance RESTful APIs, following defined contracts and API standards. Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code, adhering to agreed engineering best practices. Contribute unit and integration tests to ensure functional correctness and regression safety. Support feature delivery by implementing backend components from pre-defined designs and tickets. Participate in code reviews, addressing feedback and continuously improving code quality. Troubleshoot backend issues using logs and diagnostics, escalating complex design concerns to onshore leads. Work within an Agile/Scrum team, contributing to sprint delivery and estimations for assigned work. Follow established security, performance, and reliability guidelines when implementing backend changes. Skills & Experience Core backend engineering 3-6+ years of backend development experience. Strong experience with Python or equivalent backend frameworks. Solid understanding of REST API development, request/response models, and error handling. Experience working in microservices-based architectures. Cloud & infrastructure awareness Hands-on experience deploying or running services on GCP or another hyperscaler. Familiarity with managed databases (e.g. Cloud SQL, PostgreSQL). Understanding of containerised workloads (Docker) and serverless/container platforms (e.g. Cloud Run or Kubernetes). Data & integration Strong SQL skills, including schema usage, query optimisation, and data consistency. Experience integrating with external systems via APIs or messaging. Awareness of data validation, idempotency, and failure handling patterns. Quality & delivery Experience writing unit and integration tests for backend services. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git-based workflows). Comfortable working from clear requirements, tickets, and technical guidance provided by onshore leads. Ways of working Experience working as part of a distributed or offshore delivery team. Able to communicate progress, blockers, and risks clearly to onshore counterparts. Willingness to follow established standards rather than redefine architecture. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Senior Backend Python Developer 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 450 per day Leeds based - hybrid working - 3 days onsite Responsibilities Build and maintain backend services and APIs in line with existing architectural patterns and standards. Implement business logic, data access layers, and integrations with internal and external systems. Develop and enhance RESTful APIs, following defined contracts and API standards. Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code, adhering to agreed engineering best practices. Contribute unit and integration tests to ensure functional correctness and regression safety. Support feature delivery by implementing backend components from pre-defined designs and tickets. Participate in code reviews, addressing feedback and continuously improving code quality. Troubleshoot backend issues using logs and diagnostics, escalating complex design concerns to onshore leads. Work within an Agile/Scrum team, contributing to sprint delivery and estimations for assigned work. Follow established security, performance, and reliability guidelines when implementing backend changes. Skills & Experience Core backend engineering 3-6+ years of backend development experience. Strong experience with Python or equivalent backend frameworks. Solid understanding of REST API development, request/response models, and error handling. Experience working in microservices-based architectures. Cloud & infrastructure awareness Hands-on experience deploying or running services on GCP or another hyperscaler. Familiarity with managed databases (e.g. Cloud SQL, PostgreSQL). Understanding of containerised workloads (Docker) and serverless/container platforms (e.g. Cloud Run or Kubernetes). Data & integration Strong SQL skills, including schema usage, query optimisation, and data consistency. Experience integrating with external systems via APIs or messaging. Awareness of data validation, idempotency, and failure handling patterns. Quality & delivery Experience writing unit and integration tests for backend services. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git-based workflows). Comfortable working from clear requirements, tickets, and technical guidance provided by onshore leads. Ways of working Experience working as part of a distributed or offshore delivery team. Able to communicate progress, blockers, and risks clearly to onshore counterparts. Willingness to follow established standards rather than redefine architecture. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled Chemical Engineer to join their team in Glascoed. This contract role offers a unique opportunity to work on the design, development, and testing of defence products and processes. You'll be involved in the full product lifecycle, from concept through to disposal, leveraging your chemical engineering expertise within a dynamic and varied work environment. Key Responsibilities: Supporting product design and systems engineering activities for new and legacy products, including using systems engineering tools like Pugh Matrices, FTA, and DFMEA. Designing, defining, and critically evaluating processes, ensuring safety remains the highest priority. Conducting hands-on development with energetic and other materials to support product design and development. Managing and conducting trials safely, from creating Trial Plans and Risk Assessments to executing trials and producing professional reports. Applying effective Engineering Governance throughout the product development lifecycle, supporting design reviews from concept to disposal. Configuring and maintaining Engineering Bills of Materials for products. Supporting the generation of costed proposals for external customers. Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to support project and proposal delivery. Job Requirements: Experience in supporting engineering teams and projects. Strong engineering skills, particularly in identifying issues, conducting technical analysis, and presenting solutions. Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent qualification or experience within chemical engineering or chemistry equivalent disciplines. Experience in product and process design, and knowledge of manufacturing in a high hazard environment. Understanding of Systems Engineering and Engineering design. Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Safety: The role holder is responsible for ensuring high standards for safety, health, and environment (SHE) are maintained. This includes following all reasonable instructions, reporting work-related hazards or incidents, and using all equipment for the purpose intended.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled Chemical Engineer to join their team in Glascoed. This contract role offers a unique opportunity to work on the design, development, and testing of defence products and processes. You'll be involved in the full product lifecycle, from concept through to disposal, leveraging your chemical engineering expertise within a dynamic and varied work environment. Key Responsibilities: Supporting product design and systems engineering activities for new and legacy products, including using systems engineering tools like Pugh Matrices, FTA, and DFMEA. Designing, defining, and critically evaluating processes, ensuring safety remains the highest priority. Conducting hands-on development with energetic and other materials to support product design and development. Managing and conducting trials safely, from creating Trial Plans and Risk Assessments to executing trials and producing professional reports. Applying effective Engineering Governance throughout the product development lifecycle, supporting design reviews from concept to disposal. Configuring and maintaining Engineering Bills of Materials for products. Supporting the generation of costed proposals for external customers. Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to support project and proposal delivery. Job Requirements: Experience in supporting engineering teams and projects. Strong engineering skills, particularly in identifying issues, conducting technical analysis, and presenting solutions. Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent qualification or experience within chemical engineering or chemistry equivalent disciplines. Experience in product and process design, and knowledge of manufacturing in a high hazard environment. Understanding of Systems Engineering and Engineering design. Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Safety: The role holder is responsible for ensuring high standards for safety, health, and environment (SHE) are maintained. This includes following all reasonable instructions, reporting work-related hazards or incidents, and using all equipment for the purpose intended.
Role: Lead Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent 4+ days on-site per week Salary: 65,000 - 70,000 + 10% bonus Experienced Lead Systems Engineer needed in Rochester to work on cutting edge systems within the aerospace industry. This role will provide support to the functional department and projects by understanding the work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for development across the Systems and Software domains. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. What the role of the Lead Systems Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Lead Systems Engineer will include: You will understand the top level packages of work, size and time phasing across the teams within the PRG, how these contribute to critical path and/or milestones You will understand the team sizes and skillset required as well as any major dependencies or facilities required across the PRG You will contribute to strategic project meetings and facilitate implementation of initiatives You will give regular status and recommendations on the resourcing requirements to the project and the Functional Manager You will support the projects by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects You will support the team members with their career development in conjunction with the Functional Manager What experience you need to be the successful Lead Systems Engineer: You will have proven experience leading a Systems or Software team in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as control systems, real time displays or other safety related systems You will have proven experience in managing projects to tight schedules and budgets You will have proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, writing and reviewing code and using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) Benefits: Overtime, 14% pension, 25 days holiday, free shares and more! Please note: Due to security restrictions we can only consider Sole UK Nationals for this position. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Systems Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Role: Lead Systems Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent 4+ days on-site per week Salary: 65,000 - 70,000 + 10% bonus Experienced Lead Systems Engineer needed in Rochester to work on cutting edge systems within the aerospace industry. This role will provide support to the functional department and projects by understanding the work package scope, scheduling, resources and strategy for development across the Systems and Software domains. Your role will include working with Engineering Project Managers to broadly understand the near-term work planned (3mth - 6mth) and longer term work planned (18mth - 24mth). You will be leading a team of highly capable engineers to deliver against your plans and estimates. What the role of the Lead Systems Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Lead Systems Engineer will include: You will understand the top level packages of work, size and time phasing across the teams within the PRG, how these contribute to critical path and/or milestones You will understand the team sizes and skillset required as well as any major dependencies or facilities required across the PRG You will contribute to strategic project meetings and facilitate implementation of initiatives You will give regular status and recommendations on the resourcing requirements to the project and the Functional Manager You will support the projects by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for on-going projects You will support the team members with their career development in conjunction with the Functional Manager What experience you need to be the successful Lead Systems Engineer: You will have proven experience leading a Systems or Software team in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as control systems, real time displays or other safety related systems You will have proven experience in managing projects to tight schedules and budgets You will have proven experience in requirements management, design analyses, modelling and simulation, writing and reviewing code and using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics) Benefits: Overtime, 14% pension, 25 days holiday, free shares and more! Please note: Due to security restrictions we can only consider Sole UK Nationals for this position. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Systems Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
About the Role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Systems Team Lead to provide technical leadership, coordination, and delivery oversight across multidisciplinary engineering projects. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in systems or software engineering who enjoys leading teams, supporting project delivery, and helping shape engineering strategy. You will work closely with project managers, technical specialists, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered effectively, on time, and to a high standard. The position combines people leadership, project coordination, and technical oversight within a collaborative engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate systems and/or software engineering activities across multiple projects Support project planning, scheduling, resource management, and delivery activities Work with engineering and project teams to understand priorities, risks, dependencies, and delivery timelines Provide regular updates on project progress, resourcing needs, and delivery status Contribute to project estimates, planning activities, and ongoing budget management Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practice Mentor and support engineers in their professional and career development Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes Skills & Experience Proven experience leading engineering teams within systems, software, or integrated engineering environments Experience delivering complex technical projects to agreed schedules and budgets Strong understanding of systems engineering and/or software development lifecycles Experience with requirements management, design reviews, modelling, simulation, or technical assurance activities Ability to manage stakeholders and coordinate across multiple disciplines Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electronics, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline Desirable Experience Experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial, though not essential: Safety-critical or highly regulated environments Control systems, embedded systems, or real-time applications Engineering lifecycle and requirements management tools Systems modelling and simulation environments The Team You will be joining a collaborative engineering team focused on delivering complex technical solutions across a varied project portfolio. The role involves working closely with engineering managers and project leads to support both short-term delivery goals and longer-term strategic planning. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to combine hands-on technical understanding with leadership and team development responsibilities in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
About the Role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Systems Team Lead to provide technical leadership, coordination, and delivery oversight across multidisciplinary engineering projects. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in systems or software engineering who enjoys leading teams, supporting project delivery, and helping shape engineering strategy. You will work closely with project managers, technical specialists, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered effectively, on time, and to a high standard. The position combines people leadership, project coordination, and technical oversight within a collaborative engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate systems and/or software engineering activities across multiple projects Support project planning, scheduling, resource management, and delivery activities Work with engineering and project teams to understand priorities, risks, dependencies, and delivery timelines Provide regular updates on project progress, resourcing needs, and delivery status Contribute to project estimates, planning activities, and ongoing budget management Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practice Mentor and support engineers in their professional and career development Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes Skills & Experience Proven experience leading engineering teams within systems, software, or integrated engineering environments Experience delivering complex technical projects to agreed schedules and budgets Strong understanding of systems engineering and/or software development lifecycles Experience with requirements management, design reviews, modelling, simulation, or technical assurance activities Ability to manage stakeholders and coordinate across multiple disciplines Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electronics, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline Desirable Experience Experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial, though not essential: Safety-critical or highly regulated environments Control systems, embedded systems, or real-time applications Engineering lifecycle and requirements management tools Systems modelling and simulation environments The Team You will be joining a collaborative engineering team focused on delivering complex technical solutions across a varied project portfolio. The role involves working closely with engineering managers and project leads to support both short-term delivery goals and longer-term strategic planning. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to combine hands-on technical understanding with leadership and team development responsibilities in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Role: Handy Person / Fabric Technician Shifts: Monday Friday 7 30 Salary: Up to £39,000 Opportunity: Fabric Technician required to support the maintenance and upkeep of 26 stations from Central London to the Southeast Coast. You ll be the driving force behind keeping stations safe, functional, and welcoming for both passengers and staff - handling a wide range of maintenance tasks that keep the network moving. If you thrive on variety, responsibility, and the satisfaction of seeing the impact of your work across an entire region, this is a standout opportunity to elevate your career. What you ll be doing: Delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across mechanical, and building fabric systems. Working with external contractors and internal teams to meet service standards and deadlines. Assisting with small-scale projects such as refurbishments and estate improvements. Carrying out practical maintenance tasks including door repairs, lighting fixes, PAT testing, basic plumbing, and general building upkeep. What we re looking for: Background in Fabric Technician, building services, or a similar multi-skilled engineering role. Detail-focused with a strong commitment to health & safety. Good communication skills and a collaborative working style. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the region. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing, and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Role: Handy Person / Fabric Technician Shifts: Monday Friday 7 30 Salary: Up to £39,000 Opportunity: Fabric Technician required to support the maintenance and upkeep of 26 stations from Central London to the Southeast Coast. You ll be the driving force behind keeping stations safe, functional, and welcoming for both passengers and staff - handling a wide range of maintenance tasks that keep the network moving. If you thrive on variety, responsibility, and the satisfaction of seeing the impact of your work across an entire region, this is a standout opportunity to elevate your career. What you ll be doing: Delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across mechanical, and building fabric systems. Working with external contractors and internal teams to meet service standards and deadlines. Assisting with small-scale projects such as refurbishments and estate improvements. Carrying out practical maintenance tasks including door repairs, lighting fixes, PAT testing, basic plumbing, and general building upkeep. What we re looking for: Background in Fabric Technician, building services, or a similar multi-skilled engineering role. Detail-focused with a strong commitment to health & safety. Good communication skills and a collaborative working style. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the region. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing, and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Automotive Software Architect & Toolchain Engineer - Electric drive systems Location: Norwich Permanent Hybrid / Onsite - ideally 3-4 days working onsite per week ARCA Resourcing is proud to partner with an innovative high-tech scale-up at the forefront of next-generation electric drive systems for automotive and mobility applications. This is a rare opportunity for a Software Tools & Architecture Engineer to play a defining role in shaping the entire software engineering ecosystem - from embedded platforms and operating systems through to automated toolchains, verification environments, and model-based development workflows. You'll be joining a highly ambitious engineering organisation developing advanced electric drive technologies, where software quality, scalability, automation, and engineering excellence are central to product success. The Opportunity In this role, you will define, standardise, and continuously improve the software architecture and development toolchain used across complex embedded automotive systems. You will act as a key technical authority in shaping how software is built, integrated, tested, verified, and released. This is a hands-on architecture role with significant influence across engineering disciplines, including embedded software, controls, systems, electronics, calibration, and validation teams. A core focus will be driving automation, process maturity, and engineering efficiency aligned with ASPICE principles and functional safety expectations. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain end-to-end software architecture across embedded platforms, middleware, applications, and verification environments Establish software engineering standards, architectural patterns, coding practices, and development workflows Lead the design of scalable, automated development environments including CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and test automation frameworks Specify and integrate toolchains across requirements, modelling, coding, simulation, testing, calibration, diagnostics, and HIL environments Support and enhance model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink and auto-code generation workflows Drive implementation of automated verification strategies including MIL, SIL, PIL, and HIL testing Improve software quality through metrics, dashboards, traceability, and continuous process improvement Ensure alignment with ASPICE, functional safety, cybersecurity, and product engineering requirements Collaborate across multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure architectural consistency and toolchain integration Evaluate and introduce emerging technologies to enhance development efficiency and system performance Key Skills & Experience Strong background in software architecture for embedded automotive or electric drive systems Experience building or improving software toolchains, CI/CD pipelines, and automated development workflows Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development approaches Understanding of ASPICE-aligned automotive software processes Awareness of functional safety principles in embedded software environments Experience with automated testing, static analysis, version control, and requirements traceability Strong embedded software understanding (C/C++, real-time systems, diagnostics, calibration desirable) Experience working across cross-functional engineering teams A proactive mindset with the ability to introduce process improvement and automation Why Apply? This is a high-impact role where your work will directly shape how next-generation electric drive software is engineered, validated, and delivered. You'll have genuine influence over architecture decisions, tooling strategy, and engineering best practices in a fast-moving, innovation-led environment.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Automotive Software Architect & Toolchain Engineer - Electric drive systems Location: Norwich Permanent Hybrid / Onsite - ideally 3-4 days working onsite per week ARCA Resourcing is proud to partner with an innovative high-tech scale-up at the forefront of next-generation electric drive systems for automotive and mobility applications. This is a rare opportunity for a Software Tools & Architecture Engineer to play a defining role in shaping the entire software engineering ecosystem - from embedded platforms and operating systems through to automated toolchains, verification environments, and model-based development workflows. You'll be joining a highly ambitious engineering organisation developing advanced electric drive technologies, where software quality, scalability, automation, and engineering excellence are central to product success. The Opportunity In this role, you will define, standardise, and continuously improve the software architecture and development toolchain used across complex embedded automotive systems. You will act as a key technical authority in shaping how software is built, integrated, tested, verified, and released. This is a hands-on architecture role with significant influence across engineering disciplines, including embedded software, controls, systems, electronics, calibration, and validation teams. A core focus will be driving automation, process maturity, and engineering efficiency aligned with ASPICE principles and functional safety expectations. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain end-to-end software architecture across embedded platforms, middleware, applications, and verification environments Establish software engineering standards, architectural patterns, coding practices, and development workflows Lead the design of scalable, automated development environments including CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and test automation frameworks Specify and integrate toolchains across requirements, modelling, coding, simulation, testing, calibration, diagnostics, and HIL environments Support and enhance model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink and auto-code generation workflows Drive implementation of automated verification strategies including MIL, SIL, PIL, and HIL testing Improve software quality through metrics, dashboards, traceability, and continuous process improvement Ensure alignment with ASPICE, functional safety, cybersecurity, and product engineering requirements Collaborate across multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure architectural consistency and toolchain integration Evaluate and introduce emerging technologies to enhance development efficiency and system performance Key Skills & Experience Strong background in software architecture for embedded automotive or electric drive systems Experience building or improving software toolchains, CI/CD pipelines, and automated development workflows Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development approaches Understanding of ASPICE-aligned automotive software processes Awareness of functional safety principles in embedded software environments Experience with automated testing, static analysis, version control, and requirements traceability Strong embedded software understanding (C/C++, real-time systems, diagnostics, calibration desirable) Experience working across cross-functional engineering teams A proactive mindset with the ability to introduce process improvement and automation Why Apply? This is a high-impact role where your work will directly shape how next-generation electric drive software is engineered, validated, and delivered. You'll have genuine influence over architecture decisions, tooling strategy, and engineering best practices in a fast-moving, innovation-led environment.