Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role will be part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit in Fareham. You will be responsible for leading the Integration Team in the assembly and integration of remotely operated vehicles and their supporting equipment in line with the configuration document, ensuring that all projects are completed in time and in-line with delivery schedules whilst working to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Manage a team of Integration Engineering working on the Assembly, Testing and Commissioning of our underwater robotics fleet. Ensure team are trained effectively in order to integrate all assemblies and sub-assemblies to produce complete systems as per the customer specification and in accordance with company documentation. Support the overall testing of products required, proving system functionality, including all auxiliaries as per customer requirements. Provide offsite/offshore commissioning and customer support as and when required by the company or by customer. Lead the team in fault find and repair equipment as situations dictate and ensure that all faults and issues are reported in the appropriate format. Receive change requests and provide information to improve product quality or improve efficiency to support continual improvement process. Interpreting designs, engineering information and electrical drawings to assemble and test working assemblies and prototypes. Appropriate use of all relevant IT and other systems required to perform the role. Using personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day-to-day activities and procedures within the specified role. Complying with 6S best practice and health and safety policies to maintain a safe working environment. To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times. To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with other departments in order to deliver business and delivery objectives or deadlines. To carry out any other duties as detailed by the Engineering Manager or his authorised representative. Skills and Experience: Previous Team Leadership experience is essential. Ability to lead a fast paced production area and ensure deadlines are being met. Strong communication skills. A minimum HNC/HND qualification preferably in Electronics. Good knowledge in the use of fibre optic termination, equipment and testing. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role will be part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit in Fareham. You will be responsible for leading the Integration Team in the assembly and integration of remotely operated vehicles and their supporting equipment in line with the configuration document, ensuring that all projects are completed in time and in-line with delivery schedules whilst working to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Manage a team of Integration Engineering working on the Assembly, Testing and Commissioning of our underwater robotics fleet. Ensure team are trained effectively in order to integrate all assemblies and sub-assemblies to produce complete systems as per the customer specification and in accordance with company documentation. Support the overall testing of products required, proving system functionality, including all auxiliaries as per customer requirements. Provide offsite/offshore commissioning and customer support as and when required by the company or by customer. Lead the team in fault find and repair equipment as situations dictate and ensure that all faults and issues are reported in the appropriate format. Receive change requests and provide information to improve product quality or improve efficiency to support continual improvement process. Interpreting designs, engineering information and electrical drawings to assemble and test working assemblies and prototypes. Appropriate use of all relevant IT and other systems required to perform the role. Using personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day-to-day activities and procedures within the specified role. Complying with 6S best practice and health and safety policies to maintain a safe working environment. To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times. To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with other departments in order to deliver business and delivery objectives or deadlines. To carry out any other duties as detailed by the Engineering Manager or his authorised representative. Skills and Experience: Previous Team Leadership experience is essential. Ability to lead a fast paced production area and ensure deadlines are being met. Strong communication skills. A minimum HNC/HND qualification preferably in Electronics. Good knowledge in the use of fibre optic termination, equipment and testing. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Commissioning Engineer Location: Essex Salary: 40,000 - 60,000 + Benefits Job Type: Permanent The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commissioning Engineer to join a leading engineering business specialising in bespoke automation and special purpose machinery. Working within the Automation team, you'll play a key role in delivering complex automation projects through in-house and on-site commissioning, system validation and customer support. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work with the latest PLC, HMI, SCADA and drive technologies across a wide range of industries. Key Responsibilities Commission automated machinery and control systems both in-house and at customer sites. Power up new automation systems and complete I/O testing. Test, validate and troubleshoot PLC software, HMIs, SCADA systems and industrial networks. Carry out Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT). Configure and commission variable speed drives, servo systems and ancillary equipment. Integrate vision systems and production line automation equipment. Support machine installation, commissioning and customer handover. Supervise and support electrical and instrumentation technicians during commissioning activities. Carry out electrical fault finding and panel troubleshooting. Provide technical support and aftersales assistance to customers. Work closely with Project Managers, Automation Engineers and Electrical Engineers to ensure successful project delivery. Travel within the UK and internationally to support customer installations and commissioning. About You Formal Electrical or Automation Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree). Minimum of 2 years' commissioning experience within industrial automation. Strong PLC commissioning and fault-finding experience using Siemens TIA Portal, Omron or Allen-Bradley . Experience commissioning HMI and SCADA systems, including WinCC or similar platforms. Knowledge of VFDs and servo drives, including Siemens and Schneider/Altivar. Good understanding of industrial communication networks such as Profinet and EtherNet/IP . Experience commissioning automated machinery or production lines. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics. Excellent fault-finding, communication and problem-solving skills. Flexible to travel and work away from home when required. What's on Offer 40,000 - 60,000 basic salary. Permanent position with a growing engineering business. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation and special purpose machinery. UK and international travel opportunities. Ongoing technical training and career progression. Comprehensive benefits package.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Commissioning Engineer Location: Essex Salary: 40,000 - 60,000 + Benefits Job Type: Permanent The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commissioning Engineer to join a leading engineering business specialising in bespoke automation and special purpose machinery. Working within the Automation team, you'll play a key role in delivering complex automation projects through in-house and on-site commissioning, system validation and customer support. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work with the latest PLC, HMI, SCADA and drive technologies across a wide range of industries. Key Responsibilities Commission automated machinery and control systems both in-house and at customer sites. Power up new automation systems and complete I/O testing. Test, validate and troubleshoot PLC software, HMIs, SCADA systems and industrial networks. Carry out Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT). Configure and commission variable speed drives, servo systems and ancillary equipment. Integrate vision systems and production line automation equipment. Support machine installation, commissioning and customer handover. Supervise and support electrical and instrumentation technicians during commissioning activities. Carry out electrical fault finding and panel troubleshooting. Provide technical support and aftersales assistance to customers. Work closely with Project Managers, Automation Engineers and Electrical Engineers to ensure successful project delivery. Travel within the UK and internationally to support customer installations and commissioning. About You Formal Electrical or Automation Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree). Minimum of 2 years' commissioning experience within industrial automation. Strong PLC commissioning and fault-finding experience using Siemens TIA Portal, Omron or Allen-Bradley . Experience commissioning HMI and SCADA systems, including WinCC or similar platforms. Knowledge of VFDs and servo drives, including Siemens and Schneider/Altivar. Good understanding of industrial communication networks such as Profinet and EtherNet/IP . Experience commissioning automated machinery or production lines. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics. Excellent fault-finding, communication and problem-solving skills. Flexible to travel and work away from home when required. What's on Offer 40,000 - 60,000 basic salary. Permanent position with a growing engineering business. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation and special purpose machinery. UK and international travel opportunities. Ongoing technical training and career progression. Comprehensive benefits package.
We are collaborating with a dynamic organisation that boasts a team of highly skilled professionals from diverse technical backgrounds, encompassing mathematics, systems engineering, software engineering, naval architecture, physics, mechanical engineering, and production engineering. Despite being a small company, they place a strong emphasis on fostering collaboration, adaptability, and mutual support among team members. The company is deeply committed to simplifying intricate problems and delivering impactful results. We are currently in search of a motivated and adaptable mid or senior consultant to join their team. In this role, the chosen candidate will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to strategise, oversee, and execute comprehensive technical studies and tasks. The successful candidate will exhibit a proactive approach to identifying and resolving intricate challenges while promoting effective communication within the team. The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications: Holds a degree-level qualification or equivalent in a relevant field. Demonstrates a track record of planning, overseeing, and executing technical studies or tasks. Proficiency in the development of tools, techniques, or processes. Proven ability to produce technical reports. Proficiency in using MS Excel, with the confidence to create basic to complex models. Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. The following skills and experience would be advantageous: Involvement in Defence research, logistics, maritime, or manufacturing. Familiarity with MOD policies and procedures for Cost Estimation and Modeling, including associated documentation (JSP 507, JSP 655, AQUA book, Green Book). Experience in portfolio, program, and project management, including benefits realization and evidence management. Capability to develop life cycle cost, schedule, and risk estimates for future acquisitions. Proficiency in data identification, collection, and normalization. Strong skills in data visualization and presentation. Ability to generate cost estimates, scopes, or impacts for new equipment or systems. Our client is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. They are eagerly looking forward to welcoming a new team member who shares their dedication to innovation and excellence.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
We are collaborating with a dynamic organisation that boasts a team of highly skilled professionals from diverse technical backgrounds, encompassing mathematics, systems engineering, software engineering, naval architecture, physics, mechanical engineering, and production engineering. Despite being a small company, they place a strong emphasis on fostering collaboration, adaptability, and mutual support among team members. The company is deeply committed to simplifying intricate problems and delivering impactful results. We are currently in search of a motivated and adaptable mid or senior consultant to join their team. In this role, the chosen candidate will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to strategise, oversee, and execute comprehensive technical studies and tasks. The successful candidate will exhibit a proactive approach to identifying and resolving intricate challenges while promoting effective communication within the team. The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications: Holds a degree-level qualification or equivalent in a relevant field. Demonstrates a track record of planning, overseeing, and executing technical studies or tasks. Proficiency in the development of tools, techniques, or processes. Proven ability to produce technical reports. Proficiency in using MS Excel, with the confidence to create basic to complex models. Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. The following skills and experience would be advantageous: Involvement in Defence research, logistics, maritime, or manufacturing. Familiarity with MOD policies and procedures for Cost Estimation and Modeling, including associated documentation (JSP 507, JSP 655, AQUA book, Green Book). Experience in portfolio, program, and project management, including benefits realization and evidence management. Capability to develop life cycle cost, schedule, and risk estimates for future acquisitions. Proficiency in data identification, collection, and normalization. Strong skills in data visualization and presentation. Ability to generate cost estimates, scopes, or impacts for new equipment or systems. Our client is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. They are eagerly looking forward to welcoming a new team member who shares their dedication to innovation and excellence.
Knight R&D is looking for an R&D Tax Consultant, who can bring either up to date knowledge of R&D tax legislation and DSIT Guidelines, or relevant industry experience in Science, Technology and Engineering sectors. The successful candidate will be joining an ambitious, highly motivated, and collaborative team of R&D Tax Incentive professionals, with diverse experience in corporation tax and the Software, IT, Science and Engineering fields. The candidates must either have experience compiling and delivering claims or have industry experience with transferable skills to an R&D tax consultant role. Knight enjoys an enviable position as a leader in its field, as evidenced by its client base, consisting of large and market leading corporations. Knight's position is strengthened considerably as part of the wider K3 Capital Group, allowing Knight to leverage a wide network to secure new business. Our employees also benefit from direct training from senior team members that allows them to thrive and develop their career within Knight. Key aspects of the job include: Assistance in planning R&D claim processes and methodologies. Work effectively as a member of a delivery team, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with team members of diverse skill sets. Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and a keen desire to adapt and apply existing knowledge to different sectors and build on core capabilities. Support in client workshops including technical specialists and financial teams to efficiently extract relevant information to support the R&D claim compilation. Assist in the delivery of a portfolio of R&D tax clients. As part of this, candidates are expected to help build and maintain strong relationships with clients. Compile R&D claim documentation from start to end, covering both the costing and technical aspects for submission to HMRC. Assist to compile enquiry responses as required. Key requirements include: Either previous R&D tax relief experience (ideally 1-2 years' experience in this field) or relevant industry experience in a scientific or engineering field Degree educated, ideally with an IT, Science or Engineering field. Excellent at understanding and communicating technical and commercial concepts both verbally and in writing quickly. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to deliver several live projects simultaneously. Self-motivated and willing to learn independently, driven to continuously develop your own knowledge, network and skillset. Strong knowledge of Microsoft office particularly word, excel and PowerPoint. What we offer: Basic salary £30K - £50K (starting salary is dependent on location, experience, qualifications and transferable skills) + bonuses Hybrid working, 2 days per week based in London or Liverpool office Clear progression opportunities to Senior Consultant roles and beyond Exposure to small, medium & large sized businesses We offer a hybrid working environment, where we expect London and Northern based candidates to come into our central offices twice a week. &D
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Knight R&D is looking for an R&D Tax Consultant, who can bring either up to date knowledge of R&D tax legislation and DSIT Guidelines, or relevant industry experience in Science, Technology and Engineering sectors. The successful candidate will be joining an ambitious, highly motivated, and collaborative team of R&D Tax Incentive professionals, with diverse experience in corporation tax and the Software, IT, Science and Engineering fields. The candidates must either have experience compiling and delivering claims or have industry experience with transferable skills to an R&D tax consultant role. Knight enjoys an enviable position as a leader in its field, as evidenced by its client base, consisting of large and market leading corporations. Knight's position is strengthened considerably as part of the wider K3 Capital Group, allowing Knight to leverage a wide network to secure new business. Our employees also benefit from direct training from senior team members that allows them to thrive and develop their career within Knight. Key aspects of the job include: Assistance in planning R&D claim processes and methodologies. Work effectively as a member of a delivery team, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with team members of diverse skill sets. Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and a keen desire to adapt and apply existing knowledge to different sectors and build on core capabilities. Support in client workshops including technical specialists and financial teams to efficiently extract relevant information to support the R&D claim compilation. Assist in the delivery of a portfolio of R&D tax clients. As part of this, candidates are expected to help build and maintain strong relationships with clients. Compile R&D claim documentation from start to end, covering both the costing and technical aspects for submission to HMRC. Assist to compile enquiry responses as required. Key requirements include: Either previous R&D tax relief experience (ideally 1-2 years' experience in this field) or relevant industry experience in a scientific or engineering field Degree educated, ideally with an IT, Science or Engineering field. Excellent at understanding and communicating technical and commercial concepts both verbally and in writing quickly. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to deliver several live projects simultaneously. Self-motivated and willing to learn independently, driven to continuously develop your own knowledge, network and skillset. Strong knowledge of Microsoft office particularly word, excel and PowerPoint. What we offer: Basic salary £30K - £50K (starting salary is dependent on location, experience, qualifications and transferable skills) + bonuses Hybrid working, 2 days per week based in London or Liverpool office Clear progression opportunities to Senior Consultant roles and beyond Exposure to small, medium & large sized businesses We offer a hybrid working environment, where we expect London and Northern based candidates to come into our central offices twice a week. &D
Job description A global Robotics manufacturer is looking for a Robotics Engineer to join their team to install, commission and program robots across the UK The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Engineer with a strong robotics background. Operating across the UK and very rarely Ireland, you be paid door-to-door and all necessary expenses will be paid for by the company whilst working away, along with an impressive company car provided This is a fantastic opportunity with a multi-national Robotics company who supply to some the biggest names in the world Role: Robotics Engineer Office Location: West Midlands Coverage Area: National Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Hours: 37.5 per week The key responsibilities of the Robotics Engineer role will be: Perform setup and configuration of robots , including collaborative robot software commissioning. Develop and configure PLC software to support automation processes. Design, set up, and program HMI systems for operator interfaces. Collaborate with the Applications Manager to identify and implement strategic opportunities that reduce costs and increase margins. Support AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots) and fleet management programming and integration . The key requirements of the Robotics Engineer will be Minimum of 4 years' proven experience in software engineering, ideally within the robotics or logistics automation industry . Strong familiarity with modern software development tools and processes , with the ability to adapt and apply them effectively to automation projects. Experience with AMR programming, fleet management, and mobile robotics is advantageous but not essential. Demonstrated ability to adapt to new and changing demands in a fast-paced environment. Solid technical knowledge and understanding , with a commitment to staying up to date with the latest trends and developments in the field. Excellent time management skills with the ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects Strong leadership and motivational abilities , empowering team members to achieve their best. Commitment to compliance with rules, regulations, and industry standards . Please apply online or contact for a confidential conversation Executive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network & Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search, advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Job description A global Robotics manufacturer is looking for a Robotics Engineer to join their team to install, commission and program robots across the UK The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Engineer with a strong robotics background. Operating across the UK and very rarely Ireland, you be paid door-to-door and all necessary expenses will be paid for by the company whilst working away, along with an impressive company car provided This is a fantastic opportunity with a multi-national Robotics company who supply to some the biggest names in the world Role: Robotics Engineer Office Location: West Midlands Coverage Area: National Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Hours: 37.5 per week The key responsibilities of the Robotics Engineer role will be: Perform setup and configuration of robots , including collaborative robot software commissioning. Develop and configure PLC software to support automation processes. Design, set up, and program HMI systems for operator interfaces. Collaborate with the Applications Manager to identify and implement strategic opportunities that reduce costs and increase margins. Support AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots) and fleet management programming and integration . The key requirements of the Robotics Engineer will be Minimum of 4 years' proven experience in software engineering, ideally within the robotics or logistics automation industry . Strong familiarity with modern software development tools and processes , with the ability to adapt and apply them effectively to automation projects. Experience with AMR programming, fleet management, and mobile robotics is advantageous but not essential. Demonstrated ability to adapt to new and changing demands in a fast-paced environment. Solid technical knowledge and understanding , with a commitment to staying up to date with the latest trends and developments in the field. Excellent time management skills with the ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects Strong leadership and motivational abilities , empowering team members to achieve their best. Commitment to compliance with rules, regulations, and industry standards . Please apply online or contact for a confidential conversation Executive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network & Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search, advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services
Principal/Lead Hardware Engineer (Contract) Luton based - 4 days a week onsite SC Clearance is essential Up to £70 p/h Inside IR35 I'm working with a leading engineering organisation delivering some of the UK's most advanced defence technology programmes and am looking to speak with experienced security cleared Principal/Lead Hardware Engineers. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge electronic systems deployed across airborne, maritime and land-based platforms, designing mission-critical hardware that supports real-world operational capability. What you'll be working on: High-speed digital and mixed-signal hardware design FPGA & SoC-based architectures (Xilinx, AMD, Intel/Altera) High-speed interfaces including DDR, PCIe & Ethernet Complex multilayer PCB design and schematic capture Hardware integration, verification and system qualification Board-level debugging using industry-standard test equipment Collaboration across Systems, Firmware, Software, RF and Mechanical Engineering teams We're looking for engineers with experience in: High-speed digital electronics FPGA-based hardware design Embedded systems integration Altium, Xpedition, OrCAD or similar design tools Signal integrity, EMC/EMI and hardware verification Aerospace, Defence or other safety-critical engineering environments -Electronic Warfare, Radar, RF Systems, Communications, Sensor Systems or DO-254, DEF STAN or MIL-STD environments This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team delivering complex programmes from concept through to integration, qualification and customer acceptance. If you're interested, or know someone who could be a great fit, please get in touch or send me a direct message.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Principal/Lead Hardware Engineer (Contract) Luton based - 4 days a week onsite SC Clearance is essential Up to £70 p/h Inside IR35 I'm working with a leading engineering organisation delivering some of the UK's most advanced defence technology programmes and am looking to speak with experienced security cleared Principal/Lead Hardware Engineers. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge electronic systems deployed across airborne, maritime and land-based platforms, designing mission-critical hardware that supports real-world operational capability. What you'll be working on: High-speed digital and mixed-signal hardware design FPGA & SoC-based architectures (Xilinx, AMD, Intel/Altera) High-speed interfaces including DDR, PCIe & Ethernet Complex multilayer PCB design and schematic capture Hardware integration, verification and system qualification Board-level debugging using industry-standard test equipment Collaboration across Systems, Firmware, Software, RF and Mechanical Engineering teams We're looking for engineers with experience in: High-speed digital electronics FPGA-based hardware design Embedded systems integration Altium, Xpedition, OrCAD or similar design tools Signal integrity, EMC/EMI and hardware verification Aerospace, Defence or other safety-critical engineering environments -Electronic Warfare, Radar, RF Systems, Communications, Sensor Systems or DO-254, DEF STAN or MIL-STD environments This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team delivering complex programmes from concept through to integration, qualification and customer acceptance. If you're interested, or know someone who could be a great fit, please get in touch or send me a direct message.
Morgan McKinley (South West)
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Head of Software About the Business Our client is an industry-leading engineering and strategic technology consultancy dedicated to creating advanced, sustainable, and safer technologies. Operating across a highly diverse portfolio-ranging from defence and communications to cutting-edge healthcare-they pride themselves on an adaptive, inclusive, and collaborative culture where integrity and collective success drive everything they do. The Role Our client is searching for a technically astute leader to take the helm of their multidisciplinary software engineering department. Reporting directly to the executive engineering leadership, the successful candidate will oversee a talented group of engineers working across embedded systems, DSP, FPGA, and AI/ML. This is not a hands-on coding role; instead, it is a pivotal leadership position centered around people development, process refinement, and strategic commercial enablement. The individual will take full accountability for the department's capability growth, resource planning, and high-quality project delivery. Key responsibilities include: Departmental Leadership & Evolution: Shape, mentor, and scale a highly responsive, multi-disciplined team. You will own succession planning, talent development, and training investments. Commercial & Technical Sales Support: Partner with commercial teams to translate vague client requirements into structured, robust technical proposals and costings for rapid prototypes, proofs of concept, or full-scale systems. Process Optimization: Champion modern software best practices, balancing necessary engineering rigour with the agility required for diverse consultancy projects. Resource & Quality Management: Coordinate across departments to ensure optimal project staffing, while executing technical audits to maintain stellar delivery standards. What They Are Looking For The role requires a blend of strong people management, commercial awareness, and technical breadth. To be successful, candidates must bring: Consultancy/Fee-for-Service Background: Essential experience working within a technical consultancy or fee-for-service environment. This can be either as a manager or an IC. Embedded Software Roots: A strong foundational background in embedded software is required, alongside the technical breadth to converse fluently across DSP, FPGA, and AI/ML domains. Proven Formal Management: Direct experience acting as a formal line manager for a team, handling appraisals and performance development. Experience managing other managers is not required. Ambiguity Management: A proven ability to navigate ambiguous or loosely defined client briefs and confidently architect solutions and bids. Sector Exposure: Previous exposure to the Defence sector is highly advantageous, alongside the ability to secure strict UK Eyes Only Security Clearance. Why Join Them? Beyond a highly competitive salary, our client offers a vibrant, supportive, and social working environment. They genuinely invest in their people's career progression, providing the tools, autonomy, and stimulating projects needed to help individuals reach their maximum potential. The variety of interesting projects has kept many of the team engaged for many years and a strong average tenure.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Head of Software About the Business Our client is an industry-leading engineering and strategic technology consultancy dedicated to creating advanced, sustainable, and safer technologies. Operating across a highly diverse portfolio-ranging from defence and communications to cutting-edge healthcare-they pride themselves on an adaptive, inclusive, and collaborative culture where integrity and collective success drive everything they do. The Role Our client is searching for a technically astute leader to take the helm of their multidisciplinary software engineering department. Reporting directly to the executive engineering leadership, the successful candidate will oversee a talented group of engineers working across embedded systems, DSP, FPGA, and AI/ML. This is not a hands-on coding role; instead, it is a pivotal leadership position centered around people development, process refinement, and strategic commercial enablement. The individual will take full accountability for the department's capability growth, resource planning, and high-quality project delivery. Key responsibilities include: Departmental Leadership & Evolution: Shape, mentor, and scale a highly responsive, multi-disciplined team. You will own succession planning, talent development, and training investments. Commercial & Technical Sales Support: Partner with commercial teams to translate vague client requirements into structured, robust technical proposals and costings for rapid prototypes, proofs of concept, or full-scale systems. Process Optimization: Champion modern software best practices, balancing necessary engineering rigour with the agility required for diverse consultancy projects. Resource & Quality Management: Coordinate across departments to ensure optimal project staffing, while executing technical audits to maintain stellar delivery standards. What They Are Looking For The role requires a blend of strong people management, commercial awareness, and technical breadth. To be successful, candidates must bring: Consultancy/Fee-for-Service Background: Essential experience working within a technical consultancy or fee-for-service environment. This can be either as a manager or an IC. Embedded Software Roots: A strong foundational background in embedded software is required, alongside the technical breadth to converse fluently across DSP, FPGA, and AI/ML domains. Proven Formal Management: Direct experience acting as a formal line manager for a team, handling appraisals and performance development. Experience managing other managers is not required. Ambiguity Management: A proven ability to navigate ambiguous or loosely defined client briefs and confidently architect solutions and bids. Sector Exposure: Previous exposure to the Defence sector is highly advantageous, alongside the ability to secure strict UK Eyes Only Security Clearance. Why Join Them? Beyond a highly competitive salary, our client offers a vibrant, supportive, and social working environment. They genuinely invest in their people's career progression, providing the tools, autonomy, and stimulating projects needed to help individuals reach their maximum potential. The variety of interesting projects has kept many of the team engaged for many years and a strong average tenure.
Control Systems Engineer £40-60k + Overtime, Pension, Training & Development OTE £70k + Excellent Training & Development Opportunities Coventry Flexible Working Available Ref: 25559 Do you want to develop innovative PLC software for bespoke automation systems used by leading manufacturers? An Automation and Control Systems specialist, are currently seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This business deliver bespoke machinery and industrial control solutions across a wide range of sectors including Automotive, Aerospace, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Logistics and Advanced Manufacturing. Controls Engineer The Role: Design and develop PLC software from first principles using Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 Support legacy Siemens S7 Classic, STL and IL software where required Develop HMI and machine safety software in line with project specifications and safety requirements Configure and commission VFDs, servo drives, motion control systems and remote I/O Work with industrial communication networks including ProfiNet, Profibus, EtherNet/IP and similar protocols Read and interpret electrical drawings, I/O schedules and Functional Design Specifications Produce project documentation including FDS, commissioning records, test documentation and O&M manuals Carry out software testing, fault-finding and system validation during factory acceptance and site commissioning Work closely with Project Managers, Electrical Design Engineers, Panel Builders and Commissioning Engineers throughout project delivery Commission bespoke automation systems on customer sites across the UK, including occasional overnight stays where required Controls Engineer What We're Looking For: Strong experience with Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 c5+ years' writing PLC software from first principles for industrial automation or special purpose machinery Machine safety software and functional safety principles Experience configuring and commissioning VFDs, servo drives, motion control systems and industrial control hardware Electrical fault-finding and interpreting electrical schematics Experience producing clear technical documentation including FDS and O&M manuals Strong problem-solving, communication and customer-facing skills Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to customer sites as projects require Desirable experience includes: Siemens S7 Classic, STL or IL KUKA, ABB or FANUC robotics Motion control platforms including Siemens, Rockwell or Bosch Rexroth CNC control systems HMI, SCADA or Vision Systems Machine safety training or Functional Safety experience EPLAN Electric P8 Why Join? Work on bespoke automation projects across a wide range of advanced manufacturing industries Flexible or hybrid working during suitable software design phases Exposure to the latest PLC, Motion Control and Industrial Automation Technologies Paid overtime or time off in lieu for approved additional hours Ongoing in-house and supplier-led technical training and professional development Collaborative and supportive work environment, with opportunities for long-term career progression 37.5-hour working week, workplace pension and 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Interested? This role is located in Coventry. For further information please call Sharon Hill.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Control Systems Engineer £40-60k + Overtime, Pension, Training & Development OTE £70k + Excellent Training & Development Opportunities Coventry Flexible Working Available Ref: 25559 Do you want to develop innovative PLC software for bespoke automation systems used by leading manufacturers? An Automation and Control Systems specialist, are currently seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This business deliver bespoke machinery and industrial control solutions across a wide range of sectors including Automotive, Aerospace, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Logistics and Advanced Manufacturing. Controls Engineer The Role: Design and develop PLC software from first principles using Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 Support legacy Siemens S7 Classic, STL and IL software where required Develop HMI and machine safety software in line with project specifications and safety requirements Configure and commission VFDs, servo drives, motion control systems and remote I/O Work with industrial communication networks including ProfiNet, Profibus, EtherNet/IP and similar protocols Read and interpret electrical drawings, I/O schedules and Functional Design Specifications Produce project documentation including FDS, commissioning records, test documentation and O&M manuals Carry out software testing, fault-finding and system validation during factory acceptance and site commissioning Work closely with Project Managers, Electrical Design Engineers, Panel Builders and Commissioning Engineers throughout project delivery Commission bespoke automation systems on customer sites across the UK, including occasional overnight stays where required Controls Engineer What We're Looking For: Strong experience with Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 c5+ years' writing PLC software from first principles for industrial automation or special purpose machinery Machine safety software and functional safety principles Experience configuring and commissioning VFDs, servo drives, motion control systems and industrial control hardware Electrical fault-finding and interpreting electrical schematics Experience producing clear technical documentation including FDS and O&M manuals Strong problem-solving, communication and customer-facing skills Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to customer sites as projects require Desirable experience includes: Siemens S7 Classic, STL or IL KUKA, ABB or FANUC robotics Motion control platforms including Siemens, Rockwell or Bosch Rexroth CNC control systems HMI, SCADA or Vision Systems Machine safety training or Functional Safety experience EPLAN Electric P8 Why Join? Work on bespoke automation projects across a wide range of advanced manufacturing industries Flexible or hybrid working during suitable software design phases Exposure to the latest PLC, Motion Control and Industrial Automation Technologies Paid overtime or time off in lieu for approved additional hours Ongoing in-house and supplier-led technical training and professional development Collaborative and supportive work environment, with opportunities for long-term career progression 37.5-hour working week, workplace pension and 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Interested? This role is located in Coventry. For further information please call Sharon Hill.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Marshall Land Systems ( and their team of Electricians , manufacturing and installing electrical circuits and communication systems into mobile workspaces and various electrical products and equipment based at their new site in Merthyr Tydfil (postcode is CF48 4DR). Initially this is a contract role with a strong possibility of becoming permanent with Marshall Land. 40 hours a week The role is responsible for the installation of cabling, wiring, and electro-mechanical components into deployable shelters, under the supervision of Red Seal Industrial Electrician. Duties: Assemble and install electrical components into deployable shelters using engineering drawings and associated design data Read schematic drawings and service manuals to determine work procedures Operate standard equipment including but not limited to various testing tools Assemble and install component pieces using hand and power tools Adhere to all Health and Safety, and Quality policies and procedures Participate in the creation of job instructions, operating procedures Participate in continuous improvement activities Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor - Components & Assembly Employment Requirements: Essential: Qualification in 18th edition essential Prior Electrical Installation experience Minimum three years' experience in a manufacturing environment Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Available to work overtime as required Desirable: NVQ Level 3 or higher qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline City & Guilds 2365 Level 2/3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Building & Structures, or equivalent electrical qualification) Understanding of lean manufacturing principles including 5S, Kanban and SMED preferred Knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Excel/Word, Outlook About Marshall Land Syttems Based in the UK, with operations in Canada, Marshall Land Systems specialises in the design and production of deployable operational infrastructure and mission support for humanitarian, defence and security operations across the globe. Other core services include the integraion of complex systems into a range of vehicles for use by the military and security services including explosive ordnance disposal and battlefield ambulances all underpinned by a full in-life managed service provision to ensure customers' equipment is available where and when they need it Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work suitable candidates will be baseline level (BPSS) clearable or eligible for this level of clearance
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Marshall Land Systems ( and their team of Electricians , manufacturing and installing electrical circuits and communication systems into mobile workspaces and various electrical products and equipment based at their new site in Merthyr Tydfil (postcode is CF48 4DR). Initially this is a contract role with a strong possibility of becoming permanent with Marshall Land. 40 hours a week The role is responsible for the installation of cabling, wiring, and electro-mechanical components into deployable shelters, under the supervision of Red Seal Industrial Electrician. Duties: Assemble and install electrical components into deployable shelters using engineering drawings and associated design data Read schematic drawings and service manuals to determine work procedures Operate standard equipment including but not limited to various testing tools Assemble and install component pieces using hand and power tools Adhere to all Health and Safety, and Quality policies and procedures Participate in the creation of job instructions, operating procedures Participate in continuous improvement activities Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor - Components & Assembly Employment Requirements: Essential: Qualification in 18th edition essential Prior Electrical Installation experience Minimum three years' experience in a manufacturing environment Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Available to work overtime as required Desirable: NVQ Level 3 or higher qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline City & Guilds 2365 Level 2/3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Building & Structures, or equivalent electrical qualification) Understanding of lean manufacturing principles including 5S, Kanban and SMED preferred Knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Excel/Word, Outlook About Marshall Land Syttems Based in the UK, with operations in Canada, Marshall Land Systems specialises in the design and production of deployable operational infrastructure and mission support for humanitarian, defence and security operations across the globe. Other core services include the integraion of complex systems into a range of vehicles for use by the military and security services including explosive ordnance disposal and battlefield ambulances all underpinned by a full in-life managed service provision to ensure customers' equipment is available where and when they need it Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work suitable candidates will be baseline level (BPSS) clearable or eligible for this level of clearance
Senior Technical Lead (2 Positions Available) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Salary: £90,000+ per annum (Dependent on Experience) About the Role Our client is looking for two experienced Senior Technical Leads with deep expertise in Sitecore and a forward-thinking approach to AI-enabled delivery. In this role, you will architect and lead the technical delivery of enterprise-scale digital experience platforms, embed AI tooling across the software development lifecycle, and mentor a team of Engineers to deliver high-quality solutions. You will act as the bridge between client requirements, solution design and hands-on engineering, ensuring outcomes are scalable, performant and commercially sound. This is a hybrid position with occasional travel as required. We Are Recruiting for Two Positions Position 1: Based in the United Kingdom Excellent written and spoken English Position 2: Based in the United Kingdom Fluent German (professional/business level) Excellent written and spoken English Both positions require experience with AI-enabled software development and modern engineering practices. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership and Architecture: Lead end-to-end technical architecture and delivery of Sitecore-based digital experience platforms. Define and maintain technical standards, architectural patterns and code quality practices. Conduct solution design workshops and translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Oversee integrations with third-party platforms including CRMs, CDPs, DAMs, search engines and marketing automation tools. Perform technical code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices. Produce high-level and detailed technical solution estimates. Review Statements of Work (SOWs), project briefs and technical requirements. Deliver technical documentation required during the discovery phase. Project Delivery and Estimation: Contribute to pre-sales and project estimation activities. Identify technical risks and delivery challenges. Work closely with Project Managers and Solution Architects throughout project delivery. Support re-estimation where project scope changes. Team and Stakeholder Management: Lead, mentor and develop Sitecore Developers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UX, Strategy, Data and QA. Act as the primary technical contact for clients. Facilitate knowledge sharing across delivery teams. Lead technical planning, roadmap development and technology selection. Support environment configuration and solution planning. Drive innovation initiatives and contribute to Sitecore AI roadmap discussions. Identify delivery risks and key project milestones. Work closely with Delivery Leads, Development Directors and Client Partners on strategic delivery. Essential Requirements Sitecore Expertise: 10+ years' hands-on Sitecore development experience across Sitecore AI, XM Cloud, XP and/or XM. 3 5 years' experience leading the design and implementation of digital technology solutions using Agile / Scrum methodologies. Strong knowledge of Sitecore development patterns including JSS, Headless / SXA, Unicorn / SCS and multisite configurations. Experience with Sitecore CDP, Personalize, Search, Content Hub, Send or other composable DXP products. Understanding of Sitecore licensing, deployment architecture and cloud hosting (Azure/AWS). Familiarity with Next.js, React, Vercel and Netlify. AI and Modern Development Candidates should demonstrate experience integrating AI into professional software development, including: AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor or similar. Understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) for code generation, documentation and testing. Designing structured AI-readable inputs such as content schemas, design tokens and component specifications. Experience with prompt engineering or AI automation pipelines is highly desirable. Core Technical Skills: .NET / C# JavaScript / TypeScript React or Next.js RESTful APIs GraphQL CI / CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions) Performance optimisation WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards SEO best practices Agile / Scrum delivery experience. Desirable: Sitecore MVP. Active participation in the Sitecore community. Professional services experience. Experience refining and implementing Sitecore solutions. Experience contributing to or reviewing AI-influenced project estimates and delivery models. What We Offer: Competitive salary of £90,000+ per annum. Hybrid working. Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale digital experience platforms. Collaborative and innovative working environment. Career development opportunities. Occasional travel as required.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Technical Lead (2 Positions Available) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Salary: £90,000+ per annum (Dependent on Experience) About the Role Our client is looking for two experienced Senior Technical Leads with deep expertise in Sitecore and a forward-thinking approach to AI-enabled delivery. In this role, you will architect and lead the technical delivery of enterprise-scale digital experience platforms, embed AI tooling across the software development lifecycle, and mentor a team of Engineers to deliver high-quality solutions. You will act as the bridge between client requirements, solution design and hands-on engineering, ensuring outcomes are scalable, performant and commercially sound. This is a hybrid position with occasional travel as required. We Are Recruiting for Two Positions Position 1: Based in the United Kingdom Excellent written and spoken English Position 2: Based in the United Kingdom Fluent German (professional/business level) Excellent written and spoken English Both positions require experience with AI-enabled software development and modern engineering practices. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership and Architecture: Lead end-to-end technical architecture and delivery of Sitecore-based digital experience platforms. Define and maintain technical standards, architectural patterns and code quality practices. Conduct solution design workshops and translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Oversee integrations with third-party platforms including CRMs, CDPs, DAMs, search engines and marketing automation tools. Perform technical code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices. Produce high-level and detailed technical solution estimates. Review Statements of Work (SOWs), project briefs and technical requirements. Deliver technical documentation required during the discovery phase. Project Delivery and Estimation: Contribute to pre-sales and project estimation activities. Identify technical risks and delivery challenges. Work closely with Project Managers and Solution Architects throughout project delivery. Support re-estimation where project scope changes. Team and Stakeholder Management: Lead, mentor and develop Sitecore Developers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UX, Strategy, Data and QA. Act as the primary technical contact for clients. Facilitate knowledge sharing across delivery teams. Lead technical planning, roadmap development and technology selection. Support environment configuration and solution planning. Drive innovation initiatives and contribute to Sitecore AI roadmap discussions. Identify delivery risks and key project milestones. Work closely with Delivery Leads, Development Directors and Client Partners on strategic delivery. Essential Requirements Sitecore Expertise: 10+ years' hands-on Sitecore development experience across Sitecore AI, XM Cloud, XP and/or XM. 3 5 years' experience leading the design and implementation of digital technology solutions using Agile / Scrum methodologies. Strong knowledge of Sitecore development patterns including JSS, Headless / SXA, Unicorn / SCS and multisite configurations. Experience with Sitecore CDP, Personalize, Search, Content Hub, Send or other composable DXP products. Understanding of Sitecore licensing, deployment architecture and cloud hosting (Azure/AWS). Familiarity with Next.js, React, Vercel and Netlify. AI and Modern Development Candidates should demonstrate experience integrating AI into professional software development, including: AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor or similar. Understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) for code generation, documentation and testing. Designing structured AI-readable inputs such as content schemas, design tokens and component specifications. Experience with prompt engineering or AI automation pipelines is highly desirable. Core Technical Skills: .NET / C# JavaScript / TypeScript React or Next.js RESTful APIs GraphQL CI / CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions) Performance optimisation WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards SEO best practices Agile / Scrum delivery experience. Desirable: Sitecore MVP. Active participation in the Sitecore community. Professional services experience. Experience refining and implementing Sitecore solutions. Experience contributing to or reviewing AI-influenced project estimates and delivery models. What We Offer: Competitive salary of £90,000+ per annum. Hybrid working. Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale digital experience platforms. Collaborative and innovative working environment. Career development opportunities. Occasional travel as required.
Lead the engineering standards behind a High-Growth UK SaaS platform Software Development Manager NestJS / NodeJS, VueJS: .NET backgrounds welcome Leading a team of AI driven developers Hybrid / remote working Up to 100,000 + benefits If you're a technically strong engineering leader who built your career on solid engineering foundations (whether in C# / .NET or modern JavaScript frameworks) and still care deeply about code quality, DevOps maturity, and scalable systems, this is a genuinely exciting opportunity. We're partnered with a high-growth UK SaaS technology company building data-driven digital products that help commercial teams better understand and engage their customers. As they scale their customer-facing platforms, they're looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to shape engineering standards and lead the next phase of platform evolution. The Tech Environment The company's stack has evolved. Originally built on a Microsoft / C# / .NET foundation, the platform has transitioned to a more modern stack including: NestJS / NodeJS, Vue, Redis, SQL Server, Snowflake. They are open to candidates from a strong .NET background who have since gained experience in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems. Or who can demonstrate the adaptability and technical depth to operate in this environment. What matters most is engineering quality, architectural thinking, and leadership credibility, not a rigid checklist of frameworks. You'll balance people leadership, technical direction, and delivery performance, ensuring teams build maintainable, secure, and high-performing systems. What We're Looking For Significant experience in a SaaS or product-led environment Strong previous experience as a hands-on software engineer (C#/.NET or modern JS/TS stacks) Proven leadership of engineering teams using AI Experience building and operating systems at scale A solid understanding of automated testing and QA practices Familiarity with modern DevOps approaches Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills The ability to quickly pick up new tools and solve complex problems Interested? If you're a strong engineering leader who wants to influence platform direction without stepping away from technical depth, this role offers real impact in a growing SaaS business. Apply now or contact us for more details: (url removed) / (phone number removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Lead the engineering standards behind a High-Growth UK SaaS platform Software Development Manager NestJS / NodeJS, VueJS: .NET backgrounds welcome Leading a team of AI driven developers Hybrid / remote working Up to 100,000 + benefits If you're a technically strong engineering leader who built your career on solid engineering foundations (whether in C# / .NET or modern JavaScript frameworks) and still care deeply about code quality, DevOps maturity, and scalable systems, this is a genuinely exciting opportunity. We're partnered with a high-growth UK SaaS technology company building data-driven digital products that help commercial teams better understand and engage their customers. As they scale their customer-facing platforms, they're looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to shape engineering standards and lead the next phase of platform evolution. The Tech Environment The company's stack has evolved. Originally built on a Microsoft / C# / .NET foundation, the platform has transitioned to a more modern stack including: NestJS / NodeJS, Vue, Redis, SQL Server, Snowflake. They are open to candidates from a strong .NET background who have since gained experience in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems. Or who can demonstrate the adaptability and technical depth to operate in this environment. What matters most is engineering quality, architectural thinking, and leadership credibility, not a rigid checklist of frameworks. You'll balance people leadership, technical direction, and delivery performance, ensuring teams build maintainable, secure, and high-performing systems. What We're Looking For Significant experience in a SaaS or product-led environment Strong previous experience as a hands-on software engineer (C#/.NET or modern JS/TS stacks) Proven leadership of engineering teams using AI Experience building and operating systems at scale A solid understanding of automated testing and QA practices Familiarity with modern DevOps approaches Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills The ability to quickly pick up new tools and solve complex problems Interested? If you're a strong engineering leader who wants to influence platform direction without stepping away from technical depth, this role offers real impact in a growing SaaS business. Apply now or contact us for more details: (url removed) / (phone number removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Accounts Assistant Ashby-de-la-Zouch c 38,000 p.a. Depending on Experience Do you have a solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and enjoy supporting a busy finance function? Are you looking for a varied role that combines finance responsibilities and office administration? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where organisation, accuracy and adaptability are key? The Company: ER Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with Bluesky International, a Woolpert Company, a leading global architecture, engineering and geospatial consultancy, to recruit an Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative finance team supporting the UK business, whilst working within a global organisation. The role offers a varied mix of finance and office coordination responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, supporting colleagues and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. Role & Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant: Accounts: Daily reconciliation of bank account and posting cash receipts/payments, maintaining Excel cash forecast spreadsheet. General debt chasing/credit control. Raise purchase orders and code to the appropriate general ledger account. Match purchase invoices to purchase orders, circulate for approval and process onto the purchase ledger. Prepare purchase ledger payment runs for approval and set up payments within the banking system. Manage company credit cards, expenses & petty cash and post to the general ledger. Post payroll journal and other routine journals in preparation for month-end. Reconcile key control accounts including bank and purchase ledger etc. Support month-end close activities, preparing information through to trial balance. Maintain bookkeeping records for the company trade body on an Excel spreadsheet. Create subscription and sponsorship invoices as required. Office Administration: Answer incoming calls and welcome visitors, maintaining the electronic visitor registration system. Manage incoming and outgoing post and courier packages. Order stationery and office supplies. Coordinate building maintenance requirements and liaise with external contractors. Support the smooth day-to-day running of the office and provide general administrative assistance where required. About You as the Accounts Assistant: Experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator or similar finance support role. A sound understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and experience working through to trial balance. AAT qualified/studying or equivalent practical bookkeeping experience would be advantageous. Confident using accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365 and/or Sage experience would be beneficial). Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence learning new systems. Highly organised, methodical and able to prioritise a varied workload. Logical thinker with excellent attention to detail. Adaptable and comfortable working in a changing environment. Strong communication skills with a proactive, team-focused approach. Please note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise. While we aim to get back to all applicants, if you do not receive a response within 7 working days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are here to help with your career so please send a copy of your CV to us. If you know of anyone else who is looking for their next opportunity, please feel free to refer them to us or pass on our details. We look forward to hearing from you.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Accounts Assistant Ashby-de-la-Zouch c 38,000 p.a. Depending on Experience Do you have a solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and enjoy supporting a busy finance function? Are you looking for a varied role that combines finance responsibilities and office administration? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where organisation, accuracy and adaptability are key? The Company: ER Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with Bluesky International, a Woolpert Company, a leading global architecture, engineering and geospatial consultancy, to recruit an Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative finance team supporting the UK business, whilst working within a global organisation. The role offers a varied mix of finance and office coordination responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, supporting colleagues and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. Role & Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant: Accounts: Daily reconciliation of bank account and posting cash receipts/payments, maintaining Excel cash forecast spreadsheet. General debt chasing/credit control. Raise purchase orders and code to the appropriate general ledger account. Match purchase invoices to purchase orders, circulate for approval and process onto the purchase ledger. Prepare purchase ledger payment runs for approval and set up payments within the banking system. Manage company credit cards, expenses & petty cash and post to the general ledger. Post payroll journal and other routine journals in preparation for month-end. Reconcile key control accounts including bank and purchase ledger etc. Support month-end close activities, preparing information through to trial balance. Maintain bookkeeping records for the company trade body on an Excel spreadsheet. Create subscription and sponsorship invoices as required. Office Administration: Answer incoming calls and welcome visitors, maintaining the electronic visitor registration system. Manage incoming and outgoing post and courier packages. Order stationery and office supplies. Coordinate building maintenance requirements and liaise with external contractors. Support the smooth day-to-day running of the office and provide general administrative assistance where required. About You as the Accounts Assistant: Experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator or similar finance support role. A sound understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and experience working through to trial balance. AAT qualified/studying or equivalent practical bookkeeping experience would be advantageous. Confident using accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365 and/or Sage experience would be beneficial). Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence learning new systems. Highly organised, methodical and able to prioritise a varied workload. Logical thinker with excellent attention to detail. Adaptable and comfortable working in a changing environment. Strong communication skills with a proactive, team-focused approach. Please note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise. While we aim to get back to all applicants, if you do not receive a response within 7 working days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are here to help with your career so please send a copy of your CV to us. If you know of anyone else who is looking for their next opportunity, please feel free to refer them to us or pass on our details. We look forward to hearing from you.
hackajob is collaborating with 8th Light to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Principal Engineer Location: Waterloo, London, England, UK Hybrid (1 day per week in office) Who We Are At 8th Light, we bring life to the best ideas. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago, we are a technology solutions consultancy that partners with organisations from early-stage startups to the world's largest companies. We take on hard software challenges and turn them into durable results. We build agentic products, the platforms they run on, and the engineering and design at every layer. Our commitment to quality means we deliver solutions we're truly proud of, while our curiosity sparks innovation and breakthrough thinking. 8th Lights thrive in an environment that champions continuous education, fueling our growth through mentorship and hands-on work. We foster an open, collaborative culture grounded in honesty that builds trust, and believe true success is measured by the outcomes we create for our clients. If this kind of work and our kind of people energises you, you've found the right place. Who You Are You've shown long-term repeated success on a variety of projects, typically over the course of 10+ years. You are a trusted expert and leader, often called upon to guide ambiguous initiatives and architect scalable solutions. You bring a blend of deep consulting acumen, technical expertise, and product thinking that drives measurable and impactful outcomes. In your previous experience, you have: Built and shipped production-grade platforms: the reusable foundations, tools, infrastructure, and workflows that help other teams shift faster and more reliably Taken AI and agentic systems from prototype to production, with a strong understanding of infrastructure, authentication, and observability Delivered on high-stakes consulting engagements across multiple language paradigms, stacks, ecosystems, and client industries Built high-quality, maintainable software collaboratively, incrementally, and through an approach tailored towards the unique needs of the clients you've served Led the development and delivery of production-grade software using a variety of languages and frameworks, including but not limited to: Java, C#/.NET, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Go, Ruby, Scala, R, and SQL Actively experimented with AI development tools and translated that experimentation into faster, higher-quality delivery for your teams A track record of understanding, assessing, and embracing new tooling and trends within the software industry Built or integrated AI/ML features into products and systems, including recommendation engines, NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics, RAG pipelines, and agents Successfully led modernisation and replatforming efforts to align legacy systems with short and long-term business needs Led and delivered solutions to architecture-level problems including scalability, security, reliability, performance, maintainability, and observability Facilitated alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders to move initiatives forward through ambiguity and complexity Provided mentorship and team support at scale, while sharing knowledge and improving team practices Collaboratively led stakeholders to balance technical considerations with product and user needs Actively sought out and effectively given feedback What You'll Do At 8th Light As a go-to technologist and strategist within 8th Light, you'll work with a variety of clients, typically one to two in a year, while continuing to deepen your and our collective domain expertise over the course of your career with us. You'll be responsible for: Rapidly building trust with clients, demonstrating technical expertise and understanding of their domain and objectives Driving platform engineering work at the client level, connecting long-term technical vision to what ships Leading platform strategy and delivery across diverse platform types, connecting long-term vision to what ships Working pragmatically to balance technology choices while delivering high-quality work within deadlines Advising clients on architecture, scalability and platform evolution, connecting technical decisions to product and business outcomes Collaborating on systems that involve the full ML lifecycle from data ingestion and preprocessing, to model deployment, integration, and performance monitoring Driving innovation by proactively surfacing new technical approaches and product solutions Leading or initiating formal feedback conversations with teams and clients via retrospectives Clearly articulating and documenting outcomes and driving forward action items Contributing to the health of your team and 8th Light's culture by modeling our Values Designing and managing high-level technical roadmaps for large engagements Building your network and maintaining relationships with clients and other industry leaders within your domain Coaching client engineering teams, transferring knowledge and leveling up practices Influencing client CTOs and executive decisions. Planning and execute technical work that involves stakeholders outside of project boundaries such as across a client's technical organization Partner with account teams on planning, opportunity identification, stakeholder relationships, and pre-sales scope shaping Facilitating retrospectives, strategy sessions, and technical deep-dives to improve team and project outcomes Identifying, mitigating, and resolving blockers to team progress Contributing to 8th Light by serving as a mentor, leading or designing workshops internally or for clients, representing 8th Light in the tech community, or supporting our hiring processes Demonstrating leadership in scalable system design, modular architecture, and platform- or product-oriented development Bringing depth in testing strategies, observability, fault tolerance, and secure engineering practices Applying architectural patterns to evaluate tradeoffs and drive clear, documented design rationale Strongly Preferred Skills We work across many areas, and encourage anyone with the experience listed above to apply. We would particularly like to encourage applicants with experience in the following areas: Platform engineering: building reusable software foundations, internal developer platforms, and infrastructure that other teams build on Data Engineering: including platforms like Databricks for data processing and analytics Delivering production agentic systems, including RAG pipelines, vector search, and agentic frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen, and n8n DevSecOps & DevOps MLOps Infrastructure as Code Building a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace is an ongoing journey, and we're excited to keep learning and growing together. We have a proud tradition of hiring talented colleagues with real-world career experiences. How You'll be Supported At 8th Light, we believe our people are our greatest asset. Their growth, well-being, and success shape our future. Our wellness package is designed with the Whole YOU in mind and includes: A robust L&D programme featuring unlimited access to thousands of books, courses, and expert-led training on the O'Reilly learning platform. Annual financial stipend and time allotment for learning & development Coworking support for our global team 12 weeks of new parent leave available for eligible employees See our full list of Benefits. A Note on Compensation At 8th Light, we are committed to a compensation philosophy that is transparent, fair, and helps us attract and retain top talent in alignment with our company's strategic growth goals and clients' needs. We benchmark our salaries using Geographic Structures to establish competitive pay ranges within the regions where 8th Lights live. Our pay ranges for our Principal Engineer position within London is: £92-818-£116-122 GBP Reach out to for more relevant information pertaining to your local market. 8th Light Hubs and Geographies 8th Light's culture is rooted in strong connections that extend across our teams, regions, and beyond client work. We are a distributed team across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, with hubs in Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle. London Co-working: Employees working from our London hub follow a hybrid model, which includes a minimum of one day per week in our Waterloo Office. This co-working day is designed to encourage collaboration and further strengthen our community.In most cases, our consulting engagements do not require travel. We hope to see you apply! A Note on Your Privacy At 8th Light, one of our core values is Honesty that builds trust - and that shapes how we approach hiring. We want you to have a clear picture of who we are, what we're looking for, and how we handle your information throughout the process. Before submitting your application, please take a moment to review our Global Candidate Privacy Notice. By applying, you acknowledge that you've read it.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with 8th Light to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Principal Engineer Location: Waterloo, London, England, UK Hybrid (1 day per week in office) Who We Are At 8th Light, we bring life to the best ideas. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago, we are a technology solutions consultancy that partners with organisations from early-stage startups to the world's largest companies. We take on hard software challenges and turn them into durable results. We build agentic products, the platforms they run on, and the engineering and design at every layer. Our commitment to quality means we deliver solutions we're truly proud of, while our curiosity sparks innovation and breakthrough thinking. 8th Lights thrive in an environment that champions continuous education, fueling our growth through mentorship and hands-on work. We foster an open, collaborative culture grounded in honesty that builds trust, and believe true success is measured by the outcomes we create for our clients. If this kind of work and our kind of people energises you, you've found the right place. Who You Are You've shown long-term repeated success on a variety of projects, typically over the course of 10+ years. You are a trusted expert and leader, often called upon to guide ambiguous initiatives and architect scalable solutions. You bring a blend of deep consulting acumen, technical expertise, and product thinking that drives measurable and impactful outcomes. In your previous experience, you have: Built and shipped production-grade platforms: the reusable foundations, tools, infrastructure, and workflows that help other teams shift faster and more reliably Taken AI and agentic systems from prototype to production, with a strong understanding of infrastructure, authentication, and observability Delivered on high-stakes consulting engagements across multiple language paradigms, stacks, ecosystems, and client industries Built high-quality, maintainable software collaboratively, incrementally, and through an approach tailored towards the unique needs of the clients you've served Led the development and delivery of production-grade software using a variety of languages and frameworks, including but not limited to: Java, C#/.NET, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Go, Ruby, Scala, R, and SQL Actively experimented with AI development tools and translated that experimentation into faster, higher-quality delivery for your teams A track record of understanding, assessing, and embracing new tooling and trends within the software industry Built or integrated AI/ML features into products and systems, including recommendation engines, NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics, RAG pipelines, and agents Successfully led modernisation and replatforming efforts to align legacy systems with short and long-term business needs Led and delivered solutions to architecture-level problems including scalability, security, reliability, performance, maintainability, and observability Facilitated alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders to move initiatives forward through ambiguity and complexity Provided mentorship and team support at scale, while sharing knowledge and improving team practices Collaboratively led stakeholders to balance technical considerations with product and user needs Actively sought out and effectively given feedback What You'll Do At 8th Light As a go-to technologist and strategist within 8th Light, you'll work with a variety of clients, typically one to two in a year, while continuing to deepen your and our collective domain expertise over the course of your career with us. You'll be responsible for: Rapidly building trust with clients, demonstrating technical expertise and understanding of their domain and objectives Driving platform engineering work at the client level, connecting long-term technical vision to what ships Leading platform strategy and delivery across diverse platform types, connecting long-term vision to what ships Working pragmatically to balance technology choices while delivering high-quality work within deadlines Advising clients on architecture, scalability and platform evolution, connecting technical decisions to product and business outcomes Collaborating on systems that involve the full ML lifecycle from data ingestion and preprocessing, to model deployment, integration, and performance monitoring Driving innovation by proactively surfacing new technical approaches and product solutions Leading or initiating formal feedback conversations with teams and clients via retrospectives Clearly articulating and documenting outcomes and driving forward action items Contributing to the health of your team and 8th Light's culture by modeling our Values Designing and managing high-level technical roadmaps for large engagements Building your network and maintaining relationships with clients and other industry leaders within your domain Coaching client engineering teams, transferring knowledge and leveling up practices Influencing client CTOs and executive decisions. Planning and execute technical work that involves stakeholders outside of project boundaries such as across a client's technical organization Partner with account teams on planning, opportunity identification, stakeholder relationships, and pre-sales scope shaping Facilitating retrospectives, strategy sessions, and technical deep-dives to improve team and project outcomes Identifying, mitigating, and resolving blockers to team progress Contributing to 8th Light by serving as a mentor, leading or designing workshops internally or for clients, representing 8th Light in the tech community, or supporting our hiring processes Demonstrating leadership in scalable system design, modular architecture, and platform- or product-oriented development Bringing depth in testing strategies, observability, fault tolerance, and secure engineering practices Applying architectural patterns to evaluate tradeoffs and drive clear, documented design rationale Strongly Preferred Skills We work across many areas, and encourage anyone with the experience listed above to apply. We would particularly like to encourage applicants with experience in the following areas: Platform engineering: building reusable software foundations, internal developer platforms, and infrastructure that other teams build on Data Engineering: including platforms like Databricks for data processing and analytics Delivering production agentic systems, including RAG pipelines, vector search, and agentic frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen, and n8n DevSecOps & DevOps MLOps Infrastructure as Code Building a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace is an ongoing journey, and we're excited to keep learning and growing together. We have a proud tradition of hiring talented colleagues with real-world career experiences. How You'll be Supported At 8th Light, we believe our people are our greatest asset. Their growth, well-being, and success shape our future. Our wellness package is designed with the Whole YOU in mind and includes: A robust L&D programme featuring unlimited access to thousands of books, courses, and expert-led training on the O'Reilly learning platform. Annual financial stipend and time allotment for learning & development Coworking support for our global team 12 weeks of new parent leave available for eligible employees See our full list of Benefits. A Note on Compensation At 8th Light, we are committed to a compensation philosophy that is transparent, fair, and helps us attract and retain top talent in alignment with our company's strategic growth goals and clients' needs. We benchmark our salaries using Geographic Structures to establish competitive pay ranges within the regions where 8th Lights live. Our pay ranges for our Principal Engineer position within London is: £92-818-£116-122 GBP Reach out to for more relevant information pertaining to your local market. 8th Light Hubs and Geographies 8th Light's culture is rooted in strong connections that extend across our teams, regions, and beyond client work. We are a distributed team across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, with hubs in Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle. London Co-working: Employees working from our London hub follow a hybrid model, which includes a minimum of one day per week in our Waterloo Office. This co-working day is designed to encourage collaboration and further strengthen our community.In most cases, our consulting engagements do not require travel. We hope to see you apply! A Note on Your Privacy At 8th Light, one of our core values is Honesty that builds trust - and that shapes how we approach hiring. We want you to have a clear picture of who we are, what we're looking for, and how we handle your information throughout the process. Before submitting your application, please take a moment to review our Global Candidate Privacy Notice. By applying, you acknowledge that you've read it.
Senior Engineer Ability to make clear and concise engineering decisions. This may at times be based upon limited information. An approachable individual that can work in isolation or as part of a wider team. Willingness to help other Department members when required. The ability to adapt communication style to suit the target audience. Good written and spoken communication skills. Ability to write clear and concise technical reports. Good time management and Client management skills. Managing and mentoring junior members of staff. The ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously. Project management of Civil Engineering schemes, taking full responsibility for all aspects including but not limited to: oObtaining full project brief from Client. oThe ability to undertake the role of Design Team Leader for major projects with high Civil Engineering content oProduction of fee proposal. oHealth and Safety / CDM requirements. oLiaison with all key stakeholders. oResource programming and management. oCo-ordination of other RL disciplines to provide a single point of contact / response where necessary. oTechnical approvals (where applicable). oTechnical specifications. oTechnical standards. oQA. oProject deadlines. oDelegation of work as required to other staff and checking of their work. oFinancial management (project spend / fee / profitability) and the ability to identify where additional fees may be required. oInvoicing. oDebt recovery (in conjunction with accounts). Good problem solving capabilities. Highly competent user of engineering software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage and XP Site. Robust knowledge of all relevant technical approval processes including Section 38 and 278 of the Highways Act and Section 104, 106 and 185 of the Water Industry Act. Good knowledge of Sewers for Adoption, Manual for Streets, Building Regulations, CIRIA 753 and the relevant sections of the Water Industry Act, Highway Act and DMRB. Keep up to date with industry changes including but not limited to changes in legislation, regulations, technical standards, innovative products and software updates. The ability to undertake design work at all stages, from concept / feasibility through detailed design to construction issue. The ability to design Primary Infrastructure. Understanding of ground conditions and the implications on Civil Engineering design. The ability to undertake ground modelling and cut / fill analysis for designs such as bulk earthworks and Section 278 surfacing. Ability to check own work before passing to a senior member of staff for approval. Good knowledge of Civil Engineering construction principles. Ability to prepare documentation for both planning submission and planning condition sign-off. Good knowledge of the planning process and an understanding of other parties involved. Clear understanding of CDM and how it applies to the role you undertake. Understanding of and ability to review and recommend for sign off Appointment Documents, Letters of Reliance and Warranty Documents. Maintain regular liaison with Clients to develop good working relationships. Understand Client needs and agree best value technical solutions to meet project challenges. Working with internal market leads to help promote and sell company services.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Engineer Ability to make clear and concise engineering decisions. This may at times be based upon limited information. An approachable individual that can work in isolation or as part of a wider team. Willingness to help other Department members when required. The ability to adapt communication style to suit the target audience. Good written and spoken communication skills. Ability to write clear and concise technical reports. Good time management and Client management skills. Managing and mentoring junior members of staff. The ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously. Project management of Civil Engineering schemes, taking full responsibility for all aspects including but not limited to: oObtaining full project brief from Client. oThe ability to undertake the role of Design Team Leader for major projects with high Civil Engineering content oProduction of fee proposal. oHealth and Safety / CDM requirements. oLiaison with all key stakeholders. oResource programming and management. oCo-ordination of other RL disciplines to provide a single point of contact / response where necessary. oTechnical approvals (where applicable). oTechnical specifications. oTechnical standards. oQA. oProject deadlines. oDelegation of work as required to other staff and checking of their work. oFinancial management (project spend / fee / profitability) and the ability to identify where additional fees may be required. oInvoicing. oDebt recovery (in conjunction with accounts). Good problem solving capabilities. Highly competent user of engineering software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage and XP Site. Robust knowledge of all relevant technical approval processes including Section 38 and 278 of the Highways Act and Section 104, 106 and 185 of the Water Industry Act. Good knowledge of Sewers for Adoption, Manual for Streets, Building Regulations, CIRIA 753 and the relevant sections of the Water Industry Act, Highway Act and DMRB. Keep up to date with industry changes including but not limited to changes in legislation, regulations, technical standards, innovative products and software updates. The ability to undertake design work at all stages, from concept / feasibility through detailed design to construction issue. The ability to design Primary Infrastructure. Understanding of ground conditions and the implications on Civil Engineering design. The ability to undertake ground modelling and cut / fill analysis for designs such as bulk earthworks and Section 278 surfacing. Ability to check own work before passing to a senior member of staff for approval. Good knowledge of Civil Engineering construction principles. Ability to prepare documentation for both planning submission and planning condition sign-off. Good knowledge of the planning process and an understanding of other parties involved. Clear understanding of CDM and how it applies to the role you undertake. Understanding of and ability to review and recommend for sign off Appointment Documents, Letters of Reliance and Warranty Documents. Maintain regular liaison with Clients to develop good working relationships. Understand Client needs and agree best value technical solutions to meet project challenges. Working with internal market leads to help promote and sell company services.
What Are We Looking For? RSE is recruiting Control System Engineers across our business to join us in delivering solutions to the Water industry, based out of our Basingstoke office. You ll be in involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance. Some of Your Key Duties Include: Be responsible for the appropriate planning and carrying out of intrusive surveys on live control systems. You will identify and manage the risks associated with these surveys. Detailed design proposals that establish the scope of work required for new build and ICA refurbishment projects. Define the control system hardware and software requirements. Assist the electrical engineers with the development of robust Control Systems Architectures utilising appropriate technology in accordance with Client, WIMES and industrial standards. Provide specialist ICA assistance to the Engineer during the development of the Control Philosophy. Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated. Be responsible for identifying the programme requirements to deliver Control System elements to achieve the project milestone dates. Develop detailed Functional Design Specifications and associated schedules from the agreed Control Philosophy in accordance with the Company s Quality procedures. Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle. Develop the Factory Acceptance Test Documentation Fully document, resolve and re-test any defects identified during testing. Provide specialist control system assistance to the Commissioning Teams within the workshop and on site in conjunction with the RSE PM Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document. What Do You Need? HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, or automation. Have proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation, preferably in the Hydro power and Water sector. Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC s) and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi Experienced working knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet. Modbus and DH+ systems Experienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a live environment. Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning Working knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics. Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working. Full UK Driving Licence Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we re on hand for all our clients needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Private Healthcare (Personal) Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
What Are We Looking For? RSE is recruiting Control System Engineers across our business to join us in delivering solutions to the Water industry, based out of our Basingstoke office. You ll be in involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance. Some of Your Key Duties Include: Be responsible for the appropriate planning and carrying out of intrusive surveys on live control systems. You will identify and manage the risks associated with these surveys. Detailed design proposals that establish the scope of work required for new build and ICA refurbishment projects. Define the control system hardware and software requirements. Assist the electrical engineers with the development of robust Control Systems Architectures utilising appropriate technology in accordance with Client, WIMES and industrial standards. Provide specialist ICA assistance to the Engineer during the development of the Control Philosophy. Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated. Be responsible for identifying the programme requirements to deliver Control System elements to achieve the project milestone dates. Develop detailed Functional Design Specifications and associated schedules from the agreed Control Philosophy in accordance with the Company s Quality procedures. Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle. Develop the Factory Acceptance Test Documentation Fully document, resolve and re-test any defects identified during testing. Provide specialist control system assistance to the Commissioning Teams within the workshop and on site in conjunction with the RSE PM Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document. What Do You Need? HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, or automation. Have proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation, preferably in the Hydro power and Water sector. Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC s) and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi Experienced working knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet. Modbus and DH+ systems Experienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a live environment. Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning Working knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics. Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working. Full UK Driving Licence Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we re on hand for all our clients needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Private Healthcare (Personal) Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now
What Are We Looking For? RSE is recruiting Senior Control System Engineers across our business to join us in delivering solutions to the Water industry, based out of our Basingstoke office. You ll be in involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance. Some of Your Key Duties Include: Be responsible for the appropriate planning and carrying out of intrusive surveys on live control systems. You will identify and manage the risks associated with these surveys. Detailed design proposals that establish the scope of work required for new build and ICA refurbishment projects. Define the control system hardware and software requirements. Assist the electrical engineers with the development of robust Control Systems Architectures utilising appropriate technology in accordance with Client, WIMES and industrial standards. Provide specialist ICA assistance to the Engineer during the development of the Control Philosophy. Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated. Be responsible for identifying the programme requirements to deliver Control System elements to achieve the project milestone dates. Develop detailed Functional Design Specifications and associated schedules from the agreed Control Philosophy in accordance with the Company s Quality procedures. Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle. Develop and self-test control system software to achieve the required functionality in accordance with the FDS. Develop the Factory Acceptance Test Documentation Fully document, resolve and re-test any defects identified during testing. Provide specialist control system assistance to the Commissioning Teams within the workshop and on site in conjunction with the RSE PM Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document. Investigate and provide technical advice and support to the design, delivery, and senior management teams on automation related issues. Manage the specification, development, installation, and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines. What Do You Need? HNC/HND Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline Have a minimum 8-10 years proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation, preferably in the Hydro power and Water sector. Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC s) and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi Experienced working knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet. Modbus and DH+ systems Experienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a live environment. Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning Working knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics. Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working. Full UK Driving Licence. Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we re on hand for all our clients needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. Company Car Allowance. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Private Healthcare (Personal) Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
What Are We Looking For? RSE is recruiting Senior Control System Engineers across our business to join us in delivering solutions to the Water industry, based out of our Basingstoke office. You ll be in involved in the development, commissioning and support of automation and control systems solutions as well as automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance. Some of Your Key Duties Include: Be responsible for the appropriate planning and carrying out of intrusive surveys on live control systems. You will identify and manage the risks associated with these surveys. Detailed design proposals that establish the scope of work required for new build and ICA refurbishment projects. Define the control system hardware and software requirements. Assist the electrical engineers with the development of robust Control Systems Architectures utilising appropriate technology in accordance with Client, WIMES and industrial standards. Provide specialist ICA assistance to the Engineer during the development of the Control Philosophy. Define the project Software Testing strategy and ensure appropriate time and resources are allocated. Be responsible for identifying the programme requirements to deliver Control System elements to achieve the project milestone dates. Develop detailed Functional Design Specifications and associated schedules from the agreed Control Philosophy in accordance with the Company s Quality procedures. Implementation of robust change control during the entire project lifecycle. Develop and self-test control system software to achieve the required functionality in accordance with the FDS. Develop the Factory Acceptance Test Documentation Fully document, resolve and re-test any defects identified during testing. Provide specialist control system assistance to the Commissioning Teams within the workshop and on site in conjunction with the RSE PM Carry out Site Acceptance Testing of the Control System against the SAT document. Investigate and provide technical advice and support to the design, delivery, and senior management teams on automation related issues. Manage the specification, development, installation, and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines. What Do You Need? HNC/HND Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with particular emphasis in electrical, mechanical, electronic, automation and/or chemical discipline Have a minimum 8-10 years proven ability in the design and commissioning of control and electrical systems associated with process automation, preferably in the Hydro power and Water sector. Detailed experience in the development of Control Systems solutions using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC s) and HMI/SCADA and Telemetry Systems in the process control environment using one or more of the following manufacturers: Allen Bradley/ Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi Experienced working knowledge of Profibus, ProfNet, Ethernet. Modbus and DH+ systems Experienced in integration and modification into existing systems PLC control systems in a live environment. Have a strong working knowledge of process systems, P&ID control and loop tuning Working knowledge and an understanding of electrical schematics. Must be flexible and willing to travel, including regular site working. Full UK Driving Licence. Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we re on hand for all our clients needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader. Industry-leading salary based on your experience. Company Car Allowance. A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go. Private Healthcare (Personal) Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now
Protocol Stack Engineer Next-Gen Wireless Comms Start up Oxford / Hybrid £80,000pa - £90,000pa: A once in a lifetime opportunity has arisen for a Protocol Stack Engineer to have a major impact in the development of next generation wireless communications. Our client is an early stage, fast paced, independently funded start up, with strong links to the University of Oxford. Led by a talented team with considerable sector experience and specialist subject knowledge, their mission is to enable safe and efficient communication systems which will ultimately protect our way of life. The Protocol Stack Engineer will design, implement, and optimise advanced wireless communication software for secure and resilient communication systems. This role focuses on the development of Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocol stack components within modern wireless systems, such as cellular, Wi-Fi, and custom SDR-based networks. The successful candidate will work across embedded software, modem integration, and real-time communications environments to deliver high-performance and robust wireless solutions. Protocol Stack Engineer e ssential experience: degree in Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or equivalent industry experience; strong proficiency in embedded C/C++ software development for real-time or low-level systems; hands-on experience developing or integrating modem software for one or more wireless technologies, including cellular, WLAN, Bluetooth, or SDR-based systems; strong understanding of wireless communication protocols and modem stack architectures; experience implementing or debugging L2/L3 protocol stack functionality, including one or more of MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC, QoS, mobility management, or session management; familiarity with RTOS, embedded Linux, multi-threaded systems, and low-level debugging tools; experience using protocol analysers, logging frameworks, profiling tools, and performance optimisation techniques; strong analytical and debugging skills, with the ability to diagnose issues across multiple layers of the modem stack; ability to collaborate effectively with PHY/DSP, FPGA, RF, systems, and software engineering teams; eligibility to work on projects related to the UK Defence and Security sector. Desirable 5+ years of industry experience in modem, embedded wireless, or protocol-stack software development; deep expertise in one or more of: 4G LTE or 5G NR protocol stacks; Wi-Fi (802.11) protocol development; Bluetooth/BLE protocol implementation; modem architecture and system-level design; experience working with 3GPP, IEEE, STANAG, or other military/communications standards; familiarity with SDR frameworks and platforms such as srsRAN, OpenAirInterface, GNU Radio, or USRP-based systems; experience with modem validation, interoperability testing, field trials, or network integration activities; understanding of radio resource management, link adaptation, scheduling, handover, mobility management, and QoS mechanisms; familiarity with DSP concepts and interaction between PHY and higher protocol layers; experience optimising software for multi-core embedded systems, hardware accelerators, or low-power platforms; experience working in secure, mission-critical, or defence-related communications environments. If you re a Protocol Stack Engineer with an expertise in advanced wireless communication systems, and you re looking for a career defining role which will shape the future of wireless communications, then MARS would like to hear from you. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Protocol Stack Engineer Next-Gen Wireless Comms Start up Oxford / Hybrid £80,000pa - £90,000pa: A once in a lifetime opportunity has arisen for a Protocol Stack Engineer to have a major impact in the development of next generation wireless communications. Our client is an early stage, fast paced, independently funded start up, with strong links to the University of Oxford. Led by a talented team with considerable sector experience and specialist subject knowledge, their mission is to enable safe and efficient communication systems which will ultimately protect our way of life. The Protocol Stack Engineer will design, implement, and optimise advanced wireless communication software for secure and resilient communication systems. This role focuses on the development of Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocol stack components within modern wireless systems, such as cellular, Wi-Fi, and custom SDR-based networks. The successful candidate will work across embedded software, modem integration, and real-time communications environments to deliver high-performance and robust wireless solutions. Protocol Stack Engineer e ssential experience: degree in Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or equivalent industry experience; strong proficiency in embedded C/C++ software development for real-time or low-level systems; hands-on experience developing or integrating modem software for one or more wireless technologies, including cellular, WLAN, Bluetooth, or SDR-based systems; strong understanding of wireless communication protocols and modem stack architectures; experience implementing or debugging L2/L3 protocol stack functionality, including one or more of MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC, QoS, mobility management, or session management; familiarity with RTOS, embedded Linux, multi-threaded systems, and low-level debugging tools; experience using protocol analysers, logging frameworks, profiling tools, and performance optimisation techniques; strong analytical and debugging skills, with the ability to diagnose issues across multiple layers of the modem stack; ability to collaborate effectively with PHY/DSP, FPGA, RF, systems, and software engineering teams; eligibility to work on projects related to the UK Defence and Security sector. Desirable 5+ years of industry experience in modem, embedded wireless, or protocol-stack software development; deep expertise in one or more of: 4G LTE or 5G NR protocol stacks; Wi-Fi (802.11) protocol development; Bluetooth/BLE protocol implementation; modem architecture and system-level design; experience working with 3GPP, IEEE, STANAG, or other military/communications standards; familiarity with SDR frameworks and platforms such as srsRAN, OpenAirInterface, GNU Radio, or USRP-based systems; experience with modem validation, interoperability testing, field trials, or network integration activities; understanding of radio resource management, link adaptation, scheduling, handover, mobility management, and QoS mechanisms; familiarity with DSP concepts and interaction between PHY and higher protocol layers; experience optimising software for multi-core embedded systems, hardware accelerators, or low-power platforms; experience working in secure, mission-critical, or defence-related communications environments. If you re a Protocol Stack Engineer with an expertise in advanced wireless communication systems, and you re looking for a career defining role which will shape the future of wireless communications, then MARS would like to hear from you. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 3D Designer to join a growing business specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke indoor play and family entertainment environments. Working on projects across the UK and internationally, you will be responsible for producing creative 3D concepts, layouts, technical drawings and visualisations, helping transform customer requirements into functional, high-quality play environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative designer who enjoys combining technical accuracy with innovative design and working on a wide variety of bespoke projects. The Role As part of the design team, you will be responsible for producing 3D models, layouts and technical drawings for customer projects, working closely with colleagues across design, sales and production to ensure projects are delivered accurately and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Create bespoke 3D models, layouts and technical drawings for customer projects. Produce 2D plans to support functionality and space planning. Design and amend concepts to meet customer specifications and project requirements. Produce high-quality 3D renderings for indoor play structures and family entertainment centres. Interpret customer specifications, engineering drawings and design requirements. Review drawings and designs to identify and resolve technical or specification issues. Design in accordance with BS EN 1176 and ASTM F1918 standards. Research and develop new design ideas, styles and techniques. Work closely with Design, Sales and Production teams throughout each project. Assist with the pricing and costing of project concepts where required. Manage multiple projects while meeting agreed deadlines. Adapt designs in response to customer feedback and changing project requirements. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: A degree or equivalent qualification in Product Design, Industrial Design or a related discipline. A minimum of two years' experience using SolidWorks . Experience using AutoCAD , Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office. The ability to confidently interpret both 2D and 3D drawings. Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work. Strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across different departments. A creative approach combined with practical problem-solving skills. The ability to work independently while contributing positively within a team. Working Pattern Full-time Monday to Friday Exeter-based Hybrid or fully remote working will be considered for the right candidate Salary & Benefits £26,500-£30,000 per annum, depending on experience 28 days' holiday, including Bank Holidays Birthday leave Pension scheme Private healthcare Annual flu vaccination Free on-site parking Company events Ongoing training and development opportunities Why Apply? This is an opportunity to work on a diverse range of bespoke design projects within a growing business, producing creative concepts and technical designs for customers across the UK and internationally. You'll work with modern design software, collaborate with experienced colleagues and contribute to projects from initial concept through to manufacture. If you have experience using SolidWorks , enjoy producing creative and technically accurate designs, and are looking for a role where no two projects are the same, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today! Pivotal Recruit, a brand of Pivotal Partnerships Ltd, is acting as an Employment Agency and advertising for this vacancy on behalf of their client.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 3D Designer to join a growing business specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke indoor play and family entertainment environments. Working on projects across the UK and internationally, you will be responsible for producing creative 3D concepts, layouts, technical drawings and visualisations, helping transform customer requirements into functional, high-quality play environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative designer who enjoys combining technical accuracy with innovative design and working on a wide variety of bespoke projects. The Role As part of the design team, you will be responsible for producing 3D models, layouts and technical drawings for customer projects, working closely with colleagues across design, sales and production to ensure projects are delivered accurately and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Create bespoke 3D models, layouts and technical drawings for customer projects. Produce 2D plans to support functionality and space planning. Design and amend concepts to meet customer specifications and project requirements. Produce high-quality 3D renderings for indoor play structures and family entertainment centres. Interpret customer specifications, engineering drawings and design requirements. Review drawings and designs to identify and resolve technical or specification issues. Design in accordance with BS EN 1176 and ASTM F1918 standards. Research and develop new design ideas, styles and techniques. Work closely with Design, Sales and Production teams throughout each project. Assist with the pricing and costing of project concepts where required. Manage multiple projects while meeting agreed deadlines. Adapt designs in response to customer feedback and changing project requirements. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: A degree or equivalent qualification in Product Design, Industrial Design or a related discipline. A minimum of two years' experience using SolidWorks . Experience using AutoCAD , Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office. The ability to confidently interpret both 2D and 3D drawings. Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work. Strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across different departments. A creative approach combined with practical problem-solving skills. The ability to work independently while contributing positively within a team. Working Pattern Full-time Monday to Friday Exeter-based Hybrid or fully remote working will be considered for the right candidate Salary & Benefits £26,500-£30,000 per annum, depending on experience 28 days' holiday, including Bank Holidays Birthday leave Pension scheme Private healthcare Annual flu vaccination Free on-site parking Company events Ongoing training and development opportunities Why Apply? This is an opportunity to work on a diverse range of bespoke design projects within a growing business, producing creative concepts and technical designs for customers across the UK and internationally. You'll work with modern design software, collaborate with experienced colleagues and contribute to projects from initial concept through to manufacture. If you have experience using SolidWorks , enjoy producing creative and technically accurate designs, and are looking for a role where no two projects are the same, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today! Pivotal Recruit, a brand of Pivotal Partnerships Ltd, is acting as an Employment Agency and advertising for this vacancy on behalf of their client.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer Cambridgeshire Hybrid This is an opportunity to join a leading engineering consultancy delivering complex technology projects across defence, medical and industrial sectors. We're looking for a well-rounded Embedded Software Engineer with strong Embedded Linux fundamentals and hands-on Yocto experience. This role requires engineers who can work deeply within Linux when required, including custom Linux builds, kernel development and device drivers, whilst also being comfortable working across RTOS, MCU and bare-metal systems. Responsibilities: Developing custom Embedded Linux platforms using Yocto. Working at kernel, driver and system level on Arm-based embedded platforms. Supporting board bring-up, hardware integration, debugging and performance optimisation. Developing software for RTOS and bare-metal embedded systems. Collaborating with FPGA, electronics and multidisciplinary engineering teams across a variety of projects. Requirements: Commercial Embedded Linux development experience. Strong hands-on Yocto experience, including building and maintaining custom Linux images. Experience with Linux kernel, device driver and low-level system development. Strong C/C++ programming skills. Experience with RTOS, MCU and bare-metal embedded development. Ability to adapt to new technologies and work across different domains. Eligible for UK SC Security Clearance. Bonus Skills: DSP or strong mathematical foundations. Python, Rust or C# experience. Experience working within consultancy, defence or highly varied engineering environments. This is not a Linux-only position. The successful engineer will spend periods focused heavily on Embedded Linux and Yocto, alongside projects involving RTOS, bare-metal and wider embedded development. The role is ideal for engineers who enjoy technical variety, continuous learning and solving new challenges rather than working on a single long-term product. Apply now to join a team where engineers regularly expand their skillsets and contribute to cutting-edge projects across multiple industries! Platform Recruitment: Platform Recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including Embedded Software, Electronics, FPGA, Mechanical, C++, DevOps, Cloud, Technical Sales, Project Management and more.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Software Engineer Cambridgeshire Hybrid This is an opportunity to join a leading engineering consultancy delivering complex technology projects across defence, medical and industrial sectors. We're looking for a well-rounded Embedded Software Engineer with strong Embedded Linux fundamentals and hands-on Yocto experience. This role requires engineers who can work deeply within Linux when required, including custom Linux builds, kernel development and device drivers, whilst also being comfortable working across RTOS, MCU and bare-metal systems. Responsibilities: Developing custom Embedded Linux platforms using Yocto. Working at kernel, driver and system level on Arm-based embedded platforms. Supporting board bring-up, hardware integration, debugging and performance optimisation. Developing software for RTOS and bare-metal embedded systems. Collaborating with FPGA, electronics and multidisciplinary engineering teams across a variety of projects. Requirements: Commercial Embedded Linux development experience. Strong hands-on Yocto experience, including building and maintaining custom Linux images. Experience with Linux kernel, device driver and low-level system development. Strong C/C++ programming skills. Experience with RTOS, MCU and bare-metal embedded development. Ability to adapt to new technologies and work across different domains. Eligible for UK SC Security Clearance. Bonus Skills: DSP or strong mathematical foundations. Python, Rust or C# experience. Experience working within consultancy, defence or highly varied engineering environments. This is not a Linux-only position. The successful engineer will spend periods focused heavily on Embedded Linux and Yocto, alongside projects involving RTOS, bare-metal and wider embedded development. The role is ideal for engineers who enjoy technical variety, continuous learning and solving new challenges rather than working on a single long-term product. Apply now to join a team where engineers regularly expand their skillsets and contribute to cutting-edge projects across multiple industries! Platform Recruitment: Platform Recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including Embedded Software, Electronics, FPGA, Mechanical, C++, DevOps, Cloud, Technical Sales, Project Management and more.
A Contract position Outside IR35 Hybrid working 3 days on site Our client, a leader in the automotive sector, is currently seeking a Senior Controls Software Engineer to join their dynamic team on a contract basis. This role involves working on the development of Inverter and Motor Control, Battery Management System (BMS), and Charging application software for demonstrator and production projects. You will play a pivotal role in all stages of the software development process, mentor junior engineers, participate in project estimations and planning, and collaborate with clients, suppliers, and other engineering teams. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical delivery and leadership of application software activities Support and mentor junior engineers within the team Create and manage software requirements Participate in the architectural design of the software Implement and test the application software using a model-based development approach Support prototype vehicle builds, calibration, and development Diagnose and identify integration issues with other products in the vehicle Report progress and status to project teams Job Requirements: A degree or equivalent in software or controls engineering discipline Experience in automotive control systems, especially in Inverter/Motor Control, BMS, and DC/AC Charging applications Proficiency in fault finding and diagnosis in complex automotive powertrain systems Understanding of electrical and electronic circuits Comfortable working closely with clients, often on-site at client or test locations Advanced user of MATLAB/Simulink toolchain Familiarity with CAN-based calibration and monitoring tools like CANape/INCA and CANalyzer Experience with Microsoft Office applications Additional experience and understanding of the interaction between application and base software, and proficiency in C programming language, would be highly beneficial. Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, creative, and adaptive team player Willingness to tackle roles, responsibilities and challenges to achieve company goals and objectives Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Ability to prioritise and organise project workloads, schedules, and tasks Strong presentation, report writing and communication skills If you are an experienced Senior Controls Software Engineer seeking a new opportunity in the automotive sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
A Contract position Outside IR35 Hybrid working 3 days on site Our client, a leader in the automotive sector, is currently seeking a Senior Controls Software Engineer to join their dynamic team on a contract basis. This role involves working on the development of Inverter and Motor Control, Battery Management System (BMS), and Charging application software for demonstrator and production projects. You will play a pivotal role in all stages of the software development process, mentor junior engineers, participate in project estimations and planning, and collaborate with clients, suppliers, and other engineering teams. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical delivery and leadership of application software activities Support and mentor junior engineers within the team Create and manage software requirements Participate in the architectural design of the software Implement and test the application software using a model-based development approach Support prototype vehicle builds, calibration, and development Diagnose and identify integration issues with other products in the vehicle Report progress and status to project teams Job Requirements: A degree or equivalent in software or controls engineering discipline Experience in automotive control systems, especially in Inverter/Motor Control, BMS, and DC/AC Charging applications Proficiency in fault finding and diagnosis in complex automotive powertrain systems Understanding of electrical and electronic circuits Comfortable working closely with clients, often on-site at client or test locations Advanced user of MATLAB/Simulink toolchain Familiarity with CAN-based calibration and monitoring tools like CANape/INCA and CANalyzer Experience with Microsoft Office applications Additional experience and understanding of the interaction between application and base software, and proficiency in C programming language, would be highly beneficial. Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, creative, and adaptive team player Willingness to tackle roles, responsibilities and challenges to achieve company goals and objectives Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Ability to prioritise and organise project workloads, schedules, and tasks Strong presentation, report writing and communication skills If you are an experienced Senior Controls Software Engineer seeking a new opportunity in the automotive sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team.
