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Senior Control Systems Engineer
Russell Taylor Group Ltd
Widnes
Hybrid
Senior
£45,000 - £55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Widnes - Hybrid (2 days from home)

Are you a Control Systems Engineer who enjoys taking a project from concept through to commissioning?
Do you have strong PLC experience and a practical, hands-on approach?
Would you like to work on energy sector projects with real technical responsibility?

What’s in it for you?
55,000 basic salary
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working - 2 days from home
37.5-hour week with flexitime
5% pension

What will you be doing?
Delivering full project lifecycle control systems engineering, from initial concept to final handover
Designing both hardware and software for control systems
Programming PLCs (ideally Siemens)
Producing control panel and electrical designs
Supporting on-site commissioning and client handover
Providing practical, robust control solutions within the energy sector

Where you’ll be doing it?
You’ll be joining a system integration specialist based in Widnes, focused on delivering control systems projects across the energy sector. The business supports clients from early design through to installation and commissioning, with engineers involved at every stage of the project lifecycle.

What you’ll need:
Proven experience as a Control Systems Engineer within a project environment
Strong PLC programming skills (Siemens preferred)
Experience with control panel and electrical design
Full project lifecycle experience
Experience commissioning systems on site
A practical, hands-on approach to problem solving

We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, just apply and we can deal with that later.

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Principal Electronics And Software Product Engineer
Redline Group Ltd
Cambridge
In office
Senior
£90,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer to join a specialist product design consultancy focused on developing innovative technologies for multinational clients across the medical industry.

The business has expanded its global capability while maintaining a reputation for exceptional engineering, strong project leadership, and delivery within regulated and safety-critical markets. This role sits within a rapidly growing technical team developing complex electromechanical products from concept through to manufacture.

This position is ideal for an experienced electronics or electromechanical product development engineer looking to step into a principal-level role, lead multidisciplinary teams, and take ownership of full product architectures while contributing to business growth and client development.

Main Responsibilities of the Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer (Cambridge):

  • Develop electronics and embedded software (C/C++) for diverse and technically complex new products
  • Lead the integration of electromechanical product designs through to manufacture and production transfer
  • Take technical ownership of product architecture from concept generation through to launch
  • Deliver technical progress to clients and, over time, lead multidisciplinary project teams
  • Contribute to requirements definition, specification development, schematic capture, PCB layout, hardware bring-up, debugging, and product validation
  • Support project planning, resourcing, and leadership activities
  • Build strong client relationships and support the conversion of new opportunities into commercial contracts

Requirements of the Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer (Cambridge):

  • Proven industry experience designing, prototyping, and testing electronic circuits and systems, including embedded software development in C/C++
  • Strong practical electronics skills including soldering, PCB rework/modification, wiring, and use of common laboratory test equipment
  • Experience across the electronic product development lifecycle from concept through to prototype and manufacture
  • Ability to work effectively within cross-disciplinary teams, with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • A First or 2:1 degree in Engineering from a leading university (UK top 10 or equivalent)
  • Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available)
  • Experience in project planning, leadership, or team coordination would be advantageous

Working Pattern & Benefits:

  • Full-time, permanent role
  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
  • Career development support including mentoring and personal training budgets
  • Opportunity to work on innovative, safety-critical products in regulated international markets
  • Exposure to multinational clients and potential travel opportunities
  • Ethical working environment focused on improving lives through engineering excellence

To apply for this Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer role, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana:

01582 878 830

Electrical Manufacturing Engineer - Relocation Opportunity
Defence
UK
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£60,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you working within a Manufacturing / Test / Electronics Environment looking for your next challenge?
Would you consider relocating?

  • Permanent job opportunity with relocation assistance available, for you and your family! *T&C’s apply
  • Join a company who are at the forefront of innovation, creating technology for a range of successful markets.

‘Such a brilliant place to work. Colleagues are friendly and always willing to help. A great ethic of collaboration and forward thinking. The culture is inclusive and diverse.’ I

Join an Innovation and Technology leader, solving complex challenges across every domain!

  • Recognized as a Top 100 Global Innovator for 2023!
  • Named top Aerospace and Defence company! Just Capital and CNBC’s JUST 100 Ranking
  • Full range of company benefits, flexible working, training, development and clear career progression!
  • ED&I employee resource groups and numerous partnerships all, sponsored and supported by a member of the Senior Leadership Team.

I’m supporting a global innovation and technology leader working across defence, aerospace, space and cyber. This organisation delivers mission critical systems, is trusted worldwide and offers long term stability, career development and industry leading training.

We are hiring across multiple engineering disciplines, including:

  • Manufacturing Engineers with strong NPI experience
  • Senior Manufacturing Test Engineers with high reliability electronics backgrounds
  • Senior Product Test Engineers with diagnostic and component level fault finding expertise
  • Senior Test Development Engineer with experience developing Electronic Test

What you can expect:

  • Work on nationally significant, cutting edge programmes with real impact
  • Flexible working potential and strong career growth
  • A collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
  • High reliability, advanced electronic and electro mechanical product environments
  • Competitive packages and relocation support.
  • *Some roles include a welcome bonus up to £7.5k

Ideal backgrounds:

  • Electronics or electro mechanical engineering
  • Test, diagnostics, debug or manufacturing in high reliability environments
  • Experience with DFM, DFT, Lean or Six Sigma
  • Ability to take technical ownership and improve processes
  • Strong problem solving and data driven thinking

All applicants must meet Security Clearance requirements with a minimum of 3 years UK residency. And be able to obtain BPSS Clearance.

If you are exploring relocation options and want to join a respected global leader, feel free to reach out. Even if you do not meet every requirement, I would still like to speak with you.

Senior Software Engineer
Redline Group Ltd
Loughborough
In office
Senior
£40,000 - £65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Are you a Software professional with a background in DSP and have exposure to developing 5G applications? If so I'd like to speak with you! A well-established R&D organisation who are also a market leader, are looking to rapidly expand their engineering team and as such are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their development team near Leicestershire. As an Embedded Software Engineer you will have a background in Digital Signal Processing and a working knowledge of communications systems engineering. To successful candidate for the Embedded Software Engineer job will have a mixture of embedded/bare metal experience alongside an understanding of implementing communication signal processing algorithms such as DDCs, filters, FFTs. Skills/Experience required for the Embedded Software Engineer job include: - BEng/BSc or MSc/Meng within Engineering (Ideally Electronics, Telecommunication or similar) - Experience in DSP Algorithm simulation and 5G development - Experience in Bare Metal/ Embedded C - Experience with progamming through Linux Experience of the following would be advantageous: - Experience with Yocto-based Board Support Packages - Cross compilers (C++ ARM cross-compiler GCC Version 4.3.3) - FreeRTOS experience - Experience with typical embedded control peripherals (i.E. RAM, Flash, UART, PWM, A/D, CAN, I2C and SPI) - Cortex M3/M4 Microcontrollers or similar. - Experience of efficient implementation of communications DSP algorithms (such as FFT, filtering DDC etc.) In VHDL This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, highly profitable company investing heavily in R&D. This is a great chance for a Embedded Software Engineer to join a consistently growing technology company offering great training and career progression opportunities. To apply for the Embedded Software Engineer job please send your CV to Kyle Graveney removed)

RF Test Engineer
MASS
Cambridgeshire
In office
Junior - Mid
£38,000 - £48,000
RECENTLY POSTED

RF Test Engineer St Neots (PE19) - Permanent - Onsite

  • £38,000 - £48,000
  • 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days Christmas shutdown
  • Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave
  • Annual Wellbeing allowance
  • Two pension schemes to choose from
  • Private Medical Insurance + discounts for additional family members
  • Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary
  • Share Save scheme
  • Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Retail discounts
  • Career development support

Come and join our expanding Electronic Warfare Operations Support Group (EWOS) which is made up of 60+ electronic warfare specialists. From all manner of backgrounds, our engineers, scientists, and ex-military personnel combine their experience to help our customers achieve the true operational potential and help keep their people and platforms safe.

We are continuing to grow our team at our head office in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, working on key state-of-the-art research, development, and delivery projects, led by our technical customer, Dstl.

The primary role is to support integration testing of RF systems (including calibration, antenna models, and automated test scripts) in our complex synthetic environments. As a key stage of product delivery, you will focus on system level testing across a variety of simulated scenarios, injecting signals into a System Under Test (SUT) to verify and validate its performance.

The role will require technical autonomy, liaising with military stakeholders, academia, industry and international partners, to assess the performance of receiver hardware, developing improvements, and providing advice.

A secondary focus will be on development and implementation of test scripts to ensure the scenario and SUT performance is captured and understood. These scripts will be deployed to a variety of test equipment (Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum Analysers, and other Special to Type) providing a complete picture to the customer of system performance.

This role will give you a unique opportunity to act as an end user/operator of threat models participating in scenarios, applying doctrine, reacting to events, and learning these systems in detail. This task will give unrivalled access to our customers, as well as international partners, with several trials being run each year utilising these models.

Working with minimal oversight, you will be crucial to ensure the success of these key projects, all whilst being supported by our on-site MASS teams. This is a high visibility role, providing excellent opportunities to talented and enthusiastic candidates.

The invaluable experience you ll bring, to help us achieve more.

Essential:

  • Experience of analogue or digital RF circuitry.
  • Operation of test equipment in a laboratory environment (e.g. Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum/Network Analysers).
  • Coding experience (e.g. MATLAB, Python, or LabView).
  • Experience completing Verification & Validation activities.
  • STEM Degree or extensive experience with RF Electronics.

Desirable:

  • Background in EW systems and concepts, including radar systems.
  • Previous experience working in synthetic testing environments.
  • Experience using or creating automation scripts.
  • Knowledge of network architecture.
  • Knowledge of hardware acceleration technologies.
  • Awareness of simulation and rendering engines (e.g. Unreal, Unity etc.)

Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that support individuals including, mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme

Our non-negotiables:

Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be:

  • A UK National and eligible to work in the UK
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government SC-level security clearance

Apply today to see how working for MASS could work for you!

Senior RF Test Engineer
MASS
Cambridgeshire
In office
Senior
£48,000 - £58,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Senior RF Test Engineer St Neots (PE19) - Permanent - Onsite

  • £45,000 - £58,000
  • 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days Christmas shut-down
  • Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave
  • Annual Wellbeing allowance
  • Two pension schemes to choose from
  • Private Medical Insurance + discounts for additional family members
  • Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary
  • Share Save scheme
  • Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Retail discounts
  • Career development support

Come and join our expanding Electronic Warfare Operations Support Group (EWOS) which is made up of 60+electronic warfare specialists. From all manner of backgrounds, our engineers, scientists, and ex-military personnel combine their experience to help our customers achieve the true operational potential and help keep their people and platforms safe.

We are building anew team led by our Principal RF Test Engineer at a state-of-the-art test and evaluation facility at our head office in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. You will help plan and support domestic and international trials within the facility, while working with both present and future technology. You will become a SME in the operation of software and hardware models, applying doctrinal methods to simulation scenarios.

You will play a crucial part integrating, configuring and verifying performance of a wide range of components used within a laboratory environment. This will involve the generation of test programmes using a variety of test equipment.

You will assist in running laboratory trials, ensuring customers can validate the performance of assets within a synthetic test environment.

Working autonomously, you will be crucial to ensure the success of key projects, all whilst being supported by our on-site MASS teams. This role works closely with our customers and your knowledge and technical insights will help shape planning, development, integration, and delivery of crucial national and international synthetic trials.

The invaluable experience you ll bring, to help us achieve more.

Essential:

  • Experience creating test scripts/programmes (e.g. MATLAB, Python, or LabView).
  • Understanding of synthetic testing environments.
  • Operation of test equipment in a laboratory environment (e.g. Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum/Network Analysers).
  • Experience with Direct Signal Injection (DSI) testing.
  • Experience of analogue and digital RF circuitry.
  • Strong background in EW systems and concepts, including radar systems.
  • Working autonomously and tasking junior engineers.
  • STEM Degree or extensive relevant experience / technical aptitude.

Desirable:

  • Doctrinal experience with EW systems (e.g. radar, command and control, targeting and effectors).
  • Experience Integration/calibration of hardware and software models into a laboratory environment.
  • Creation of laboratory procedures.
  • Version controlling hardware and software components.
  • Experience working on agile projects.
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers.

Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that support individuals including, mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme.

Our Non-negotiables:

Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be:

  • A UK National and eligible to work in the UK
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government SC-level security clearance

Apply today to see how working for MASS could work for you!

Control Systems Engineer
Hunter Selection
Ormskirk
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£50,000 - £55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Skelmersdale (hybrid)

Monday to Friday (flexible working hours)

50,000 to 55,000 + bonus, pension, private healthcare and other benefits

Fantastic opportunity to join a business at the forefront of manufacturing technology as a Control Systems Engineer. Join a growing team with plenty of opportunity to progess. You’ll be working on complex and engaging automation projects for manufacturing in the aerospace, automative, architectural and other sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Create and enhance process control systems from concept through to implementation.
  • PLC programming, SCADA development and advanced control techniques from PID loops to AI and machine learning.
  • Develop and implement inspection systems and instruments to maintain top-tier product and process quality.
  • Partner with R&D and production teams to identify and deliver process improvements safely and effectively.
  • Provide technical support, while upgrading and maintaining existing systems.
  • Be open to occasional overseas travel.

Skills

  • Degree in electrical engineering, electronics & automation or a related field
  • Solid knowledge of Control Systems Design, Programming, Troubleeshooting and Commissioning
  • Ability to program systems from scratch is desireable
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Comfort working closely with customers

If you’re a Control Systems Engineer who wants to look at a new opportunity, hit apply and we can discuss this and other opportunities we are recruiting for which would offer you the next best step in your career.

If you are interested in this position please click ‘apply’.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

DSP Engineer
Technical Futures.
UK
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Commercially experiencedDSP Engineer who also has strongdigitalFPGA designskills will join the new FPGA team within a thriving Technical Consultancy; contributing to a range of projects including the very latest radar, communications and sensing applications. The successful DSP & FPGA Design Engineer will translate customer requirements into robust FPGA based implementations. Alongside your commercial DSP experience, you will ideally have worked with the Vivado toolchain, although other FPGA platforms will be considered. Exposure to RF systems would also be highly beneficial. Working closely with hardware, software and systems engineers, your development work will primarily target Xilinx silicon; delivering high quality FPGA/DSP designs and implementations; engaging with Clients on a technical level, undertaking design reviews and bringing your own ideas to solve challenging problems. If you are a Signal Processing Engineer who also possesses strong Digital FPGA design skills and are seeking a career move enabling you to broaden your technical knowledge this dynamic company can offer you stability, daily challenges and great working environment. A competitive salary will be offered depending on experience, with Hybrid working ( normally 3 days office / 2 WFH), Company Bonus scheme, 25 days holiday (+ option to purchase 5 more), Private Healthcare, Pension (employee 5% minimum / employer 10%), Life Assurance (6x salary), Permanent Health Insurance, Long Service awards, cycle to work scheme, Car Lease scheme, free refreshments and more.

Hardware /software technician
Interaction - Letchworth
London
In office
Junior - Mid
£15/hour - £15/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Description : Hardware/ software technician ( Urgent requirement)

Pay: £15.99 PAYE + OT

Hours: 07:00 – 15:00 (7.5-hour shift, 30-minute lunch)
Role Type: Full time

Are you passionate about IT and looking to grow your career within a fast-paced, expanding organisation? We are seeking an FLS Engineer – Grade 2 to join our Maintenance Service Centre in Hatfield, supporting customers throughout the full device lifecycle.

The Role

You will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, configuring, and staging a range of IT equipment including laptops, desktops, tablets, and mobile devices. Working in a high-volume environment, you will ensure devices are built, repaired, and prepared to meet customer SLAs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues
  • Perform laptop, desktop, and mobile device repairs
  • Install spare parts and carry out warranty repairs to OEM standards
  • Stage and configure devices with predefined builds
  • Manage and update service tickets accurately
  • Maintain asset tracking and workshop organisation (6S)
  • Escalate potential SLA risks to supervisors

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience repairing laptops, desktops, and mobile devices
  • Familiarity with HP, Dell, Apple, and Lenovo systems
  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
  • Excellent organisation and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Eligible to obtain Government SC clearance

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation with strong year-on-year performance and real career development opportunities.

Apply today to take the next step in your IT engineering career.

Call Steve on 01462 670666

Senior Electrical Field Service Engineer
Glen Callum Associates Ltd
Multiple locations
In office
Senior
£55,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Advanced CNC & PLC Systems | Precision Machine Tool OEM
Midlands / Shropshire / Black Country
£45,000 - £55,000 DOE + Fully Expensed Vehicle + Private Healthcare + Structured Career Development

Join a World-Class OEM at the Forefront of Advanced Manufacturing

We are a leading Class A precision machine tool manufacturer, designing and building high-performance, electrically powered systems for advanced manufacturing environments worldwide.

With significant investment into our new UK HQ and continued international growth, we are now seeking a highly skilled Electrical / Electronics Field Service Engineer to support installation, commissioning, and advanced fault diagnostics on complex, high-value CNC and automated production systems.

This role offers genuine long-term progression into senior technical, specialist, or international positions within our global organisation.

The Role

You will work on cutting-edge precision machinery and full turnkey production lines, supporting customers across the Midlands and surrounding regions.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Advanced electrical fault-finding on complex CNC machinery
  • Reading and interpreting electrical schematic drawings
  • Commissioning and testing high-value precision systems
  • PLC diagnostics and control functionality troubleshooting
  • Integration of turnkey production lines
  • Ensuring compliance with UKCA / CE standards
  • Supporting networking and IT-related system diagnostics

This is not routine maintenance - this is high-level technical problem solving within a premium OEM environment.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  • Strong electrical fault-finding expertise
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
  • Experience in commissioning / installation
  • Understanding of PLC controls and machine functionality
  • Good IT / networking diagnostic skills
  • Mechanical awareness and understanding of precision engineering systems

Highly Desirable:

  • PLC experience: Beckhoff, Siemens, Allen Bradley, Fanuc, ABB
  • Electrical circuit design (CAD)
  • Experience installing full turnkey production lines
  • Knowledge of UKCA / CE compliance

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for an experienced Field Service Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, or Controls Engineer looking to:

  • Work on more advanced, technically complex systems
  • Join a respected OEM manufacturer rather than a service-only business
  • Develop specialist PLC and systems expertise
  • Progress into senior or international roles
  • Be part of a growing, forward-thinking engineering organisation

If you are a technically driven problem-solver who thrives on complex electrical systems and precision machinery, we would like to speak with you.

Meet the employer:

Short 20 min bite sized meet the employer sessions will be organised with our exclusive recruitment partner, Glen Shepherd. Please get in touch via CV submission & arrange your pre-interview session NOW.

Tel 07977 266309 /

JOB REF: 4312GSA

Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re here to support you.

Design and Development Engineer
Meridian Business Support
Witney
Hybrid
Mid
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Im delighted to be partnering with a long established, globally respected and technically advanced engineering manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for technical excellence.

Manufacturing premium products and solutions for advanced industrial applications for decades, this companyis a true example of a leading innovator in their field.

They are now looking to appoint aCADDesign and Development Engineer to join their team in Witney, Oxfordshire.

This role comes with a premium salary and benefits package.
The Role -CADDesign and Development Engineer
Jobs don’t come up here very often.
This is a rare opportunity for a hands-on design engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects from concept through to production, working closely with manufacturing and customers, and playing a key role within a close-knit engineering team.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the design, development and implementation of new products, alongside supporting and enhancing existing product ranges.
While primarily an office-based 3D CAD role, this position also offers meaningful hands-on involvement supervising builds, supporting testing, and collaborating with procurement, production and Quality Assurance to ensure products are delivered efficiently and compliantly throughout their lifecycle.
Your Key Responsibilities

  • Design and development of pressure vessels, manifold assemblies, components, power units and complete engineered systems to customer specifications and recognised international standards
  • Production of regulatory compliance documentation
  • Translating customer requirements into commercially viable engineering solutions
  • Supporting production and Quality Assurance teams during build and test (on-site and occasionally at customer premises)
  • Checking and approving drawings for compliance within the engineering team
  • Managing technical files, Bills of Materials, engineering changes and document revision control
  • Providing post-handover technical support to customers and internal teams

What Were Looking For
This role is suited to an engineer who is confident working within a drawing office environment and collaborating with colleagues across different teams.
Essential Requirements

  • HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 3 years experience in mechanical design and DFM
  • Strong 3D CAD skills (ideally SolidWorks)
  • Proven experience designing custom hydraulic manifolds, pressure vessels and hydraulic components
  • Experience compiling Bills of Materials and managing engineering change and revision processes
  • Experience supervising assembly and testing of bespoke hydraulic components and systems
  • Ability to produce technical reports, user manuals and compliance documentation to relevant CEN directives
  • Experience modifying and improving existing designs to optimise performance and cost
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with customers and cross-functional teams
  • Ability to maintain structured project and technical files
  • Full UK driving licence

Benefits Package- CAD Design and Development Engineer
This is a permanent position from day one within a stable business that has a strong long-term order book and a reputation for investing in its people. The premises is modern, smart and clean with sound investment evident in
Salary & Bonus

  • Class leading salary, formally reviewed every March
  • Annual discretionary bonus paid each December
    (Typically around one third of a months salary plus approximately 34% of annual salary)

Holiday & WorkLife Balance

  • 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank and public holidays
  • Holiday booked in hours for greater flexibility
  • Holiday year runs JanuaryDecember (pro-rated for new starters)
  • Christmas shutdown period built into the calendar
  • Hybrid working available after the training period - 3 days in the office/2 days working from home.
  • 37.5 hour working week
    • MondayThursday: 08:3017:00
    • Friday: 08:3016:00

Pension & Protection

  • Group Personal Pension Plan (4.5% employee contribution / 8.5% employer contribution)
  • Optional salary sacrifice scheme for tax-efficient pension contributions
  • Life assurance from day one at 3x annual salary

Alongside this, youll be joining a supportive, knowledgeable management team, working in clean, well organised facilities, within a collaborative and friendly engineering environment. Sounds like the job for you?
If you think this Design and Development Engineer position might be the one for you brilliant. Id love to hear from you.

You can apply via the Apply button on this advert, or contact me directly for an informal conversation:
Tom Andrews
tandrews(at)meridianbs.co.uk
01242.246.020

Your Next Steps
Well begin with an informal phone call so you can ask any questions and decide whether this role feels right for you. If youd like to move forward, well arrange a visit to the site so you can see the facilities, meet the team and get a real feel for the working environment.

A quick note about confidentiality
Please be assured that all conversations will be handled in strict confidence.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

Senior Control Systems Engineer
Hartland Recruitment
West Midlands
In office
Senior
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Midlands based PLC HMI SCADA Control Systems Integrator

The Benefits:

  • Salary flexible based on experience and set above industry average
  • Structured to attract, reward, and retain experienced Control Systems Engineers
  • 33 days holiday (total)
  • Healthcare cover
  • 5% pension
  • Additional discount schemes
  • Regular training and professional development
  • Exposure to cutting-edge, varied projects
  • A company that listens to your ideas and encourages input

The Company:

  • Designs and develops PLC, HMI, SCADA and Electrical Control Systems
  • Delivers hardware and software solutions across a diverse range of industrial processes
  • Works within factory automation, renewable energy, and emerging power generation technologies
  • Continues to grow, creating new opportunities for its people

The Role:

  • Hands-on PLC, HMI & SCADA control system design
  • Involvement in multiple full-cycle control systems projects
  • PLC programming experience required (Allen Bradley, Rockwell, Siemens, or other major PLC platforms)
  • SCADA configuration and system integration responsibilities
  • Work as part of a positive, collaborative engineering team
  • Opportunity to gain exposure to a broader range of industries and project types
  • Clear pathway from Senior Controls Engineer to project lead and small-team leadership
  • Training and support provided to progress to the next level

The Person:

  • Experienced PLC programmer with HMI/SCADA control systems expertise
  • Strong Electrical Engineering background (essential)
  • Motivated by project variety and the opportunity to do something different
  • Keen to develop, grow, and take on future leadership responsibilities

Interested? Send your Cv to Mark Burnard at Hartland Recruitment for more information.

Hartland Recruitment is a specialist technical recruitment agency, finding Engineers for the UKs Machinery Manufacturers and PLC SCADA Electrical Control Systems companies since 1990.

Installation Engineer (Fire / Security / CCTV)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Multiple locations
In office
Junior - Mid
£40,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£35,000 - £40,000 (OTE £45k) + Local Patch + Progression + Training + Overtime + Early Finish Friday + 33 Days Holiday + Company Van

Glasgow, Scotland

Are you an Installation Engineer or similar from a Fire Alarm / System, Security OR CCTV background, looking for a local patch with great work life balance in a multi-national business with an early finish Friday and opportunities to boost your earnings?

In this role you will be servicing Fire Alarm / System, Security and CCTV systems across a range of client sites from Solar, NHS, Private and Commercial sites. You will be working a local patch and will have training and development opportunities.

This company are an energy and facilities services provider that designs, installs, and maintains low-carbon heating, cooling, and building systems while helping organisations improve efficiency and reduce emissions.

This role would suit an Installation Engineer or similar from a Fire Alarm / System, Security OR CCTV experience, looking for a stable and secure role with great work life balance.

The Role:
* Installing Fire, Security and CCTV systems
* Covering Glasgow and the surrounding areas.
* Training on manufacturing specifics & other areas without experience
* Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (39 hours)

The Person:
* Installation Engineer or similar
* Fire Alarm / System, Security OR CCTV background

Ref Number: BBBH21762ff

Keywords: Mobile, Fire, Security, Fire Alarm Engineer, CCTV Engineer, Electrical, Mechanical, Safety, Technician, Systems, Maintenance, Glasgow, Scotland, Perth, Dundee, East Coast

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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CNC Engineer
Euro Projects Recruitment
Nuneaton
In office
Junior - Mid
£45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE
  • Work within a modern, established business who are experiencing strong growth.
  • Days based role with an early Friday finish.
  • Would suit someone from a shop floor background looking to work within an office.
  • Very modern working facility and recent investment into CNC and other precision engineering machinery.

Are you an experienced CNC Engineer looking for a new challenge?

We are working with an established precision engineeringmanufacturer to bolster their manufacturing team following recent growth. As CNC Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the NPI, optimization, and continuous improvement of CNC machining processes.

Salary & Hours:c£45,000 per annum as a guide. 8:00am to 4:45pm Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 12:00pm Friday 37 hours.

This CNC Engineerjob will suit:

  • Comefrom a precision engineering background looking to work within an office environment.
  • Some prior experience using CAM software (flexible on package) and Vericut software
  • Experience with CNC machining, automation, or production equipment (Siemens, Fanuc controls ideally)
  • Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100

The CNC Engineer jobs working environment, opportunities and rewards:

  • Opportunity to join a growing manufacturer with a strong order book.
  • Work with modern machinery within excellent working facilities.
  • Competitive salary and scope to develop.

The CNC Engineer job will involve:

  • Support in the programming of new and current machine tools
  • Develop, implement, and improve CNC manufacturing processes
  • Provide hands-on support to production and troubleshoot process issues
  • Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard work
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)
  • Develop and maintain PFMEAs
  • Support new product introductions, process changes, and equipment launches
  • Analyse production data to identify root causes and improvement opportunities

This job is commutable from Hinckley, Desford,

To apply please contact Joe Parker atEuro Projects Recruitment Ltd.

Visit the Euro Projects Recruitment website to search our latest permanent, contract and interim vacancies.

Please note that if you are not contacted within the next ten days then your application, on this occasion, has not been successful. We thank you for taking the time to apply.

This job is posted by Euro Projects Recruitment, a recruitment consultancy specialising in engineering and manufacturing appointments from tool room to boardroom. We combine over 100 years of technical knowledge and recruitment expertise to introduce the best candidates to the best companies. We are passionate about your future and persistent in our efforts to secure you the right job.

Reference: JP-CNCENG

Control Systems Engineer
Logan Lewis Recruitment
Newcastle upon Tyne
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

The role:

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Control Systems Engineer to join our Control System Team.

The successful candidate will design control & automation systems for a range of our products in the Offshore Energy sector; ensuring solutions clients needs are met in a professional & timely manner.

You will be responsible for:

  • Writing specifications, developing PLC code & HMI/SCADA solutions for a variety of our equipment.
  • Providing technical support during the construction phase of projects; including involvement in the commissioning & testing of equipment.
  • Efficient management & prioritisation of workload.
  • Taking ownership of the tasks assigned through to successful delivery within the specified time & budget.
  • Delivering a high standard of work in line with our software quality control procedures.

Job requirements:

  • Excellent technical knowledge of Control, Automation and Safety Systems

  • Appropriate Computer/Engineering related qualification (degree/HND) or comparable industrial experience

  • Relevant experience in:

    • Design of control & automation systems
    • Programming of PLC, HMI & SCADA systems
    • Commissioning & Testing of industrial control systems
  • Involvement throughout the whole project lifecycle, from design through coding to testing, installation and documentation

  • Working for clients in the marine, subsea, oil & gas and renewables market.

  • Recent experience of a similar role in a bespoke engineering environment

  • Role requires a mixture of working from our Newcastle office, production facility and other client sites / vessels around the world.

  • Experience of working to ISO9001 or equivalent in a project based organisation.

  • A high level of competence with IT systems and tools

Desirable Skills / Attributes:

  • Experience of Siemens TIA Portal / Unified (preferred)
  • Experience of Rockwell or Mitsubishi platforms
  • Experience of configuring & commissioning Variable Speed Drives (Siemens, Nidec & ABB)
  • Previous experience within the Marine / Offshore / Subsea environment
  • Knowledge & experience of relevant functional safety standards (IEC61508, IEC61511, IEC13849)

Due to the nature of our roles, candidatesmust be a UK Residentresiding within the local area. Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates or relocation packages.

Senior/ Principal Embedded Software Engineer
PEKTRON GROUP LTD
Derby
In office
Senior
Private salary

Pektron Group Ltd is searching for aSenior/ Principal Embedded Software Engineerwho will be responsible for writing software for a range of bespoke products. Our Engineering attitude is confident and can do and with solid research and a lot of intuition wenearly alwayssucceed Nearlyallofour code is written in C, mainly becauseitsthe most widely available language for the variety of32 bitmicros we use on our boards andweregood at it! We pride ourselves on efficient reliable software and we mix our hardware and software teams together so that we can get the most out of our micros and we get it right first time.All ofour code is collaboratively developed with our peers, so you get to learn from the people that know that technology best. We love engineering and our lunchtime conversations are made up of 3D printing, motorbikes, hyper cars (we sometimes get to play with these), electric vehicles (weveworked on some of these too) and any other areas of science and technology. We use a model-based design approach to develop ourApplicationcode, via the use of MATLAB, allowing us to spend less time on coding and more time thinking aboutgood qualityarchitecture and design and let the tools (when driven correctly) do the coding! Obviously,theresalways plenty of code to be written and we continue to do low and middle level software the traditional way by writing embedded C. You: You will be a highly motivated and self-managing Embedded Software Engineer with preferably the experience of working in a customer facing, commercial environment. You will have a highly developed, structured approach to design and the ability to compose a design rationale, along with good technical writing skills and a willingness to work within our collaboratively developed software design ethics and style. The role: You will be working within the Software Development Team which is part a multi-disciplined engineering team, consisting of Mechanical, Electronic and Firmware Engineers (approx. 60 in total). New business is primarily focused on the off-highway vehicle andhigh performanceluxury car markets;howeverPektron designs and manufactures a wide range of products for Gas, Automotive, Construction, Agricultural, Off Highway, Safety and Consumer industries. You will have the opportunity to write software for interesting and diverse projects as well as specify tools, requirements and drive the software discipline within the company, and to be involved in every aspect of the product life cycle from quotation, concept, design, and validation through to manufacture. Recent projects include: Design and manufacture of advanced body control systems including passive keys and active suspension systems for high performance vehicles. Developing advanced instrument clusters, infotainment units, passive entry systems,bodyand chassis control systems for major OEM clients in the automotive, agricultural and construction sectors. Experience and skillsrequired: Exceptional Fault Diagnosis and Analysis Embedded Programming in C Version Control Static Analysis / Code Metrics Microprocessors 8 & 32 bit Low Level Drivers for External Hardware / CPU Peripherals or Embedded Application Development Software verification and validation Communication Spoken/Written/Technical English must be of a minimum of IELTS 7 or SELT B1 Additionalpoints that would be an advantage Knowledge of Real Time Control Experience of Software Architecture and Detailed Design Ability to travel freely (some customers are based in US / EU) Familiarity of working within MISRA C rules Working experience of AUTOSAR architecture Programming: Windows/Linux, C#, C++, high level structured languages Simple Electronic Design: Analogue / Digital Communications Protocols: Serial, CAN, LIN, Diagnostic, Ethernet Use Vector Vehicle Networking Tools such asCANoe/CANalyser Design / Modelling experience (For example: UML, MATLAB, Simulink,RhapsodyorTargetlink) Experience of Graphics Processors & Driving TFT displays. Experience of NFC / Bluetooth / Ultrawideband Knowledge of CMMI / SPICE / ASPICE process frameworks Practical experience of working to ISO26262 ASIL-B or similar Practical experience of Cybersecurity and developing secure products. Whats on offer: Competitive salaries Yearly pay review 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension Free parking Free tea & coffee BUPA healthcare Life Insurance Cycle to work scheme Relocation assistance Funding for professional training and further education plus support in attaining professional membership and paid membership fees 39 hour working week with flexible start and finish times (core hours 10am-4pm / 10am-1pm on Fridays) \*\*We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, hybrid or remote working\*\* Location: We are based in Alfreton Road in Derby, easily commutable from the Derby area, Nottingham, Mansfield, Burton, Loughborough, Ashbourne and the Peak District and East Staffordshire. We have 5 modern, purpose built buildings at our Derby site including state of the art manufacturing facilities and a purpose built Engineering centre to house our Engineering team. Our facilities have been recognised as being one of the most modern and well equipped electronics design, development and manufacturing plants in Europe. Pektronare one of the largest privately owned electronics manufacturers in the world with 60 years experience delivering bespoke electronics hardware and software solutions to blue-chip companies globally. We are innovators in our field and invest in the best people, processes and equipment to drive technological development and meet our customers needs. At our HQ in Derby we employ 300 staff and operate Engineering, Manufacturing, Design, Testing, Quality and Support functions, whilst our Sales and Technology centre in Detroit supports our customers in the US.

Engineer
Gap Personnel - Cardiff
Cwmbran
In office
Junior - Mid
£16/hour - £25/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role: Engineer

Location: Cwmbran
Salary: £16.67 per hour
Hours: Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 16:00 Friday: 07:30 – 11:30

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a skilled and reliable Engineer (Manual Turner) to join our busy engineering department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced machinist looking to work within a well-equipped workshop environment with access to a range of machinery and processes.

The successful candidate will have strong manual turning experience and be confident working with CNC equipment and other workshop machinery.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform precision manual turning operations to engineering drawings and specifications
  • Set up and operate CNC machines where required
  • Carry out balancing, grinding, milling, and welding tasks as part of the production process
  • Interpret technical drawings and work to tight tolerances
  • Conduct quality checks to ensure components meet required standards
  • Maintain machinery and ensure equipment is used safely and efficiently
  • Work collaboratively with other engineers and departments to meet production targets
  • Follow all health & safety procedures at all times

Essential Requirements

  • Proven experience in manual turning (essential)
  • Experience operating CNC machines
  • Knowledge of balancing, grinding, welding, and milling processes
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good understanding of health & safety in a workshop environment

Desirable

  • Formal engineering qualification (apprenticeship or equivalent)
  • Experience working in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment
Control Systems Engineer
Hartland Recruitment
West Midlands
In office
Junior - Mid
£40,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£40,000 + Extra PLC training, extra career development

Warwickshire, West Midlands

The Company:

A growing, Engineer-led PLC HMI SCADA Control Systems Engineering systems integrator, with a constant supply of Factory Automation projects- all gained by word of mouth, all because of their excellent reputation to deliver a strong solution.

You:

Youve worked as a Control Systems Engineer for 2 years, and maybe youre fed up of being called the Junior Control Systems Engineer, and youre fed up of being given the little jobs, of being held back.

Then this is the role that you take next. The plan is for you to have more responsibility, get involved in designing your own PLC software projects, being more involved throughout those projects, doing your own site commissioning. Youll get guidance from a very experienced Control Systems Engineer but theyll stand back and let you loose, and give you opportunities. They want you to grow with the company, and this is the only way youll do it.

Theyll give you the training to gain more PLC SCADA skills and get to that next step.

If youre not getting that where you are, youll get it here.

Skills/others:

  • 2-3 years of PLC programming work experience
  • Siemens TIA Portal S7 WinCC would be good. Or Allen Bradley or another main PLC HMI type
  • Want to learn more, grow more as a Controls Engineer
  • Full and permanent right to work in the UK
  • UK driving licence.

Interested? For more details, send your CV to Mark Burnard at Hartland Recruitment.

Hartland Recruitment is a specialist technical recruitment agency, finding Engineers for the UKs machinery manufacturers and PLC control systems integrators since 1990.

Gate Automation Engineer
HSB Technical Ltd
Lincoln
In office
Junior - Mid
£45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Position: Gate Automation Engineer
Job ID: 3570/1
Location:Lincolnshire
Rate/Salary: [£35,000 £45,000 DOE + overtime/vehicle]
Benefits: Company vehicle, tools & fuel card, ongoing training, career progression
Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Fire & Security, Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Gate Automation Engineer

Typically, this person will install, maintain, and service a wide range of automated perimeter security systems. They will work on-site across commercial, industrial, and high-security premises, delivering high-quality installations and reactive maintenance across gates, barriers, turnstiles, bollards, and access control systems.

HSB Technicals client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and responsibilities of the Gate Automation Engineer:

Installation, commissioning, and servicing of automated gates, barriers, bollards, and turnstiles
Installation, programming, and maintenance of access control systems and associated safety devices
Electrical and mechanical fault finding on live automation systems
Carrying out preventive maintenance and reactive callouts
Liaising with clients on-site and completing accurate job documentation

Qualifications and requirements for the Gate Automation Engineer:

Proven experience in gate automation or perimeter security engineering
Strong electrical fault-finding and mechanical skills
Experience with access control, safety circuits, and automation systems
Full UK driving licence

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.

Automation Engineer
TDRS
Watford
In office
Junior - Mid
£35,000 - £40,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Security & Entrance Systems Installation Engineer
£40,000 (37.5 hour week)
North London

An international supplier of high security entry systems is currently going through a period of substantial growth and is, therefore, looking to expand its installation department. There are openings available for an additional Engineer, sitting in the installation team within the NorthLondon region.

The package on offer includes a basic salary of up to £40,000. With contracted hours of 37.5 per week, this works out at just shy of £21 per hour.

The successful Engineer(s) will be responsible for:

Installing a wide range of equipment including Portals, Pods, Revolving Doors, Speed Lanes, Turnstiles, Gates, Barriers, Access Control, and CCTV Systems
Electrical wiring
Adhering to industry health and safety guidelines
Providing customers with advice and identifying the best solution to their individual requirement

The successful Engineer(s) will:

Hold a clean driving licence
Hold a valid CSCS Card
Have electrical, mechanical, and electronic engineering experience
Have experience working on including Portals, Pods, Revolving Doors, Speed Lanes, Turnstiles, Gates, Barriers, Access Control, and CCTV Systems
Be willing to work outside of normal working hours
Be willing to travel to all UK regions
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills

In return, you will receive an excellent remuneration package which includes:

Basic Salary £35,000 - £40,000
5 hour working week
Weekday overtime paid at 1.5 for any hours above 7.5 per day including travel
Saturday overtime paid at 1.5
Sunday overtime paid at 2.0
Discretionary bonus
Company van
Power tools and hand tools
Meal allowance
28 days holiday, this is currently under review and may be increasing in the near future
Tool card and fuel card
Overnight allowance for occasional staying away
No call out rota
Expected earnings between £55,000 - £62,000
Death In service (3 x salary)
Healthshield plan (Cash back on opticians, dentists etc)

Please note, if your application is suitable, one of our consultants will call you within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, however we will keep your details on our talent management system to consider you for future opportunities

Controls Engineer
Global Logistics Staff Ltd
Livingston
In office
Mid - Senior
£60,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Controls Engineer Livingston | Up to £60,000

Global Recruitment is hiring on behalf of our client for aControls Engineerto join their Production Engineering team. This is your chance to work on cutting-edge automation, SCADA/HMI systems, and smart manufacturing technology!

What Youll Do:

Design, program, and improve control systems on new & legacy equipment.

Configure SCADA/HMI systems and optimize machine performance.

Troubleshoot complex issues and support manufacturing teams.

Collaborate across sites on projects, equipment upgrades, and process improvements.

What Were Looking For:

BEng in Electrical/Controls Engineering or similar.

PLC, HMI & SCADA experience (Mitsubishi preferred).

Knowledge of VFD/VSD drives, EthernetIP, Modbus, CC-Link.

Proven experience in live manufacturing environments.

Excellent problem-solving & communication skills.

Bonus:5+ years experience in Controls Engineering.

Why Join:

Competitive salary up to £60,000k DOE.

Hands-on, impactful work in a collaborative environment.

Career development opportunities across multiple sites.

Note:Apply direct with your cv attached

About Us:
Established in 2001, Global has become a market leader and trusted recruitment partner in its chosen sectors. Delivering a tailored recruitment service to candidates and clients alike, Global works in a diverse range of industry sectors, supplying recruitment services and staffing solutions across Construction, Logistics, Rail, Industrial, and Engineering. We offer CIS, PAYE OR Umbrella Payment offered.

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