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Lift Service Engineer
Stannah Management Services
Didcot
In office
Mid
ÂŁ61,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Description

Lift Engineer Jobs in Dicot at Stannah - Join Our Team!

Up to ÂŁ61,000 (incl OTE) based on skills and experience level.

Are you a qualified Lift Engineer looking for a Lift Engineer job at a market-leading family-run business? Stannah, a global leader in the lift industry, is looking to recruit qualified Lift Engineers.

This job covers key stations across Reading, Slough and Didcot

Working hours: 08:00 - 16:45 Monday - Thursday , 08:00 - 15:45 Friday

Why Join Stannah:

  • Industry Leadership: Stannah is a trusted name in the lift industry, known for innovation, safety, and commitment to quality.
  • Competitive Compensation: In addition to a market-aligned base salary, you’ll receive a standby allowance and call-out payment.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy benefits such as a profit share bonus scheme, life assurance, matched contribution/salary sacrifice pension, Discount Rewards Scheme, and a Simply Health Cash Plan to help cover your health expenses.
  • Generous Holiday Entitlement
  • Career Growth: We offer opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and development.
  • Autonomy: You’ll manage on site works, building relationships with client staff and key stakeholders as the face of Stannah.

Lift Engineer Responsibilities :

  • Conduct maintenance, repair, and call-out visits on various types of lifts and stairlifts
  • Ensure high-quality service and safety standards.
  • Perform effective risk assessments and maintain site log cards.
  • Participate in our on-call rota, receiving additional standby allowance and call-out payment on top of a competitive base salary.

Please see the full job description here: Lift Engineer job description

Qualifications

Lift Engineer Requirements:

  • An NVQ level 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent.
  • Proven experience as a Lift Engineer.
  • A valid UK driving licence.

Additional Information

If you have a comprehensive Lift engineering background, including an NVQ 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent – we want to hear from you!

If have previous experience working as a lift engineer or lift service engineer and are looking for a lift engineer job Luton, lift engineer job Milton Keynes, Lift Engineer job Northampton or Lift engineer job Brackley please click the “apply now” button or contact us for further information

Benefits Include:

  • Competitive Salary, paid on a monthly basis
  • Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits
  • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave
  • Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
  • SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
  • Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
  • Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity provision
  • Free parking
  • Company Vehicle or Car Allowance

#LDS

Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business.

We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.

Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.

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Multi-Skilled Engineer
Valeo Foods UK
Wallingford
In office
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

At Valeo Foods UK we bring together a family of much-loved UK food brands supported by the scale and ambition of a global investment partner. From Kettles bold crunch to Rowses natural sweetness, through to Matthew Walker and Barratt Sweets, our portfolio blends heritage, craft and category-leading innovation.

Alongside our branded portfolio, we are also one of the UKs largest suppliers of private label products, partnering with major retailers to deliver quality and category expertise that meets the needs of millions of households every week.

As a business, were on a journey of transformation. Were strengthening our operations, driving quality and investing in our people. Its an exciting, fast-moving environment where heritage meets new thinking, and where every colleague contributes to shaping the future of food across the UK.

Join us and play your part in building the next chapter of some of Britains most loved brands.

Job Description

Position:MultiSkilled Engineer (Electrically biased)

Type:Full-time, Day shifts (2s and 3s) 6am till 6pm

We are looking for a skilled Multi-Skilled Engineer with a strong electrical bias to join the engineering team at the Rowse Honey manufacturing site.
This role would suit an engineer experienced in maintaining and fault-finding packaging machinery within a manufacturing environment, with the ability to apply both electrical expertise and solid mechanical knowledge. While FMCG experience is not essential, you will be working in a fast-paced FMCG operation, supporting the reliability and continuous improvement of high-speed packaging lines in a food manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Bee the Fixer:Conduct regular maintenance and repairs on our buzzing machinery, keeping everything in tip-top shape.
  • Bee the Troubleshooter:Diagnose and squash mechanical and electrical issues faster than a bee can flap its wings.
  • Bee the Innovator:Assist in the installation of new machines and upgrades, bringing fresh ideas to our hive.
  • Bee Safe:Adhere to all health and safety regulations because happy bees are safe bees.
  • Bee a Team Player:Work collaboratively to find ways to make our production process as smooth as honey.

Responsibilities will include:

To work as part of the engineering team to provide effective and efficient mechanical and electrical support throughout the factory. Tasks will involve reactive support in the factory; continuous improvement projects planned though the maintenance system and planned maintenance tasks. The role will be working with a wide range of complex automated cooking processes and packaging equipment.

  • Provide a proactive response to maintenance, continuous improvement tasks and reactive breakdowns on site;
  • Accurate recording of all work activities;
  • Completion of RCAs as required;
  • Escalation of any further works required;
  • Identification of CI projects for repetitive problems.

Qualifications

  • Relevant engineering qualification
  • Able to prove competency in all forms of isolation, electrical safety and safe panel entry
  • PC Literate (thereby able to use computer-based maintenance systems)
  • Flexibility
  • Health and Safety driven
  • Able to strip machines in full and reassemble them, as well as completing machine size change procedures and their adjustments

Additional Information

What we offer you in return

  • 20% shift allowance
  • Excellent Career Opportunities
  • Matched pension scheme up to 10%
  • Death in service
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Retailer discount platform
  • Staff discount
  • And plenty more!
Embedded QA + Test Engineer
YT Technologies
Oxfordshire
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
ÂŁ55,000 - ÂŁ65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Embedded Software QA+Test Engineer
Oxford (3 days a week)
ÂŁ55,000-ÂŁ65,000

The RoleMy client is seeking a talented QA + Test Engineer with expertise in Embedded Software to join their team building cutting-edge assurance systems for AI and UAS/UAV/Drone applications.

You will play a crucial role in developing software components that enable safe and reliable operation of AI-enabled robotics and autonomous systems within their product line.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of embedded software for SAIF Systems’ Runtime Assurance platform across various hardware architectures and real-time operating systems.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices for safety-critical software development, such as DO-178C, ISO 26262, and IEC 61508.
  • Build configuration and pipeline management
  • Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop including automated deployment across multiple platform
  • Integration of different performance testing techniques across multiple types of simulation (gazebo sim, rosbag)

Key Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience, with a strong focus on embedded systems QA, and software development and/or testing.
  • Experience with one or more CICD pipeline services (Jenkins, CloudBuild, AWS CodePipeline, etc)
  • Experience with infrastructure/Automation techniques (bash, python)
  • Knowledge of source control (git)
  • Experience with at least one test framework (pytest, gtest)
  • Hands-on experience in embedded software testing and QA, with a proven track record in delivering safety-critical systems.

The role comes with generous benefits, is 3 days a week onsite and you must be eligible for UK SC clearance.

No sponsorship is offered for this role.

Please get in touch immediately to be considered!

Fire & Security Engineer
Get Staff
Multiple locations
In office
Mid
ÂŁ32,000 - ÂŁ45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Fire and Security Engineer - Bristol - ÂŁ32,000- ÂŁ45,000 Per Annum

Fire and Security Engineer Package Overview:

  • ÂŁ32,000 - ÂŁ45,000 Basic Salary + Overtime (Negotiable depending on experience)
  • Full-Time, Permanent
  • Monday to Friday Hours
  • Area Covered: Bristol & the Surrounding Areas (SW)

Company Overview - Fire and Security Engineer

Our Client are currently looking for a Fire and Security Engineer to join their highly valued team on a full-time, permanent basis.

With many years’ experience in the industry, they’re entering another period of growth and are looking to expand their team due to customer demand.

Fire and Security Engineer Role and Responsibilities:

  • Installation, Service, Repair, Fault-finding & Maintenance of Fire Alarms, Intruder Alarms, CCTV & Access Control Systems
  • Field based role, covering a number of sites
  • Working on a range of brands of manufacturer
  • Take responsibility for the overall quality of the work delivered
  • Carry out effective communication with customers at all times
  • Ensure tasks are completed efficiently
  • Providing support to team members where required

Fire and Security Engineer Skills and Experience Required:

  • A full UK driving licence or equivalent (Essential)
  • A drive and enthusiasm to grab hold of opportunities
  • Ideally you will have at least 3 years’ experience working within the Fire and Security Sector
  • Considering applicants with all or single discipline providing you are willing to train
  • Knowledge of a range of manufacturers
  • Desirable qualifications include: IPAF, CSCS/ ECS, FIA and/or City & Guilds
  • A positive attitude and the ability to self-motivate is a must

Benefits of this Fire and Security Engineer position include:

  • Competitive basic salary of up to ÂŁ45,000 per annum (Negotiable depending on experience)
  • Company vehicle & fuel card
  • Plenty of overtime available if wanted
  • Opportunity to earn more money via the on-call rota
  • Annual leave provided
  • Pension scheme
  • On-going training opportunities
  • Travel Pay

DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY - APPLY NOW

Get Staff acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers

Please note that if you have not been contacted within 7 days, your application for this position has been unsuccessful.

Electronics Design Engineer
The Recruitment Group
Abingdon
In office
Junior - Mid
ÂŁ55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Were seeking a talented Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to join an innovative engineering team. Reporting to the Technical Manager, youll design and develop digital and analogue circuits while contributing to embedded firmware projects.

What youll need:
? Digital & analogue circuit design experience
? Embedded software development
? 16/32-bit microcontrollers (PIC, MSP430, Cortex)
? Op amps, oscillators & low-noise design
? ADCs, schematic capture & PCB layout
? Understanding of electro-mechanical systems

Desirable: PLC programming, control systems, LabVIEW, test & measurement knowledge.

Youll work across the full product lifecycle from concept through prototyping to manufacture with training and development opportunities provided.

Our client offers a competitive salary coupled with a favourable range of benefits.

Interested? Lets connect.

If you would like to know how we will store and process your data, please visit The Recruitment Groups home page to read our GDPR Data Protection Statement.

We wish you the best of luck in your job search!

FPGA Design Engineer
Platform Recruitment Limited
Oxford
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
ÂŁ70,000
RECENTLY POSTED

FPGA Engineer
Hybrid | Engineering & Software Development | Full-time | Oxford
Salary: Up to ÂŁ70,000

We are seeking a talented FPGA Engineer to join a pioneering quantum technology company in Oxford. Youll help bring cutting-edge atom-based quantum devices from the lab to real-world applications.

What Youll Do:

  • Design, implement, and test FPGA systems and real-time DSP algorithms
  • Develop high-speed interfaces to hardware peripherals (ADC, DAC, DDS, PLL).
  • Debug complex embedded systems combining hardware, firmware, and software.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver next-generation quantum technologies.

What Were Looking For:

  • Strong experience in FPGA programming (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) and DSP implementation.
  • Knowledge of digital and RF hardware, with hands-on experience in embedded systems.
  • Experience with standard hardware interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART) and hardware product development.
  • Desirable: Xilinx Zynq/RFSoC, RF test equipment, PCB design, C/C++ or Python for embedded systems.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary up to ÂŁ70,000
  • Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)
  • Unlimited PTO, healthcare, pension, cycle-to-work & tech schemes
  • Incentive Stock Option Plan

Diversity & Inclusion:
We encourage applications from all backgrounds. Even if you dont meet every requirement, wed love to hear from you!

Trainee Automation Engineer
Empire Gates Ltd
Carterton
In office
Graduate - Junior
ÂŁ27,000 - ÂŁ33,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Carterton, Oxfordshire (OX18 3ER)
Site-based role with travel to residential and commercial client sites within a 30-mile radius

Salary: ÂŁ27,000 ÂŁ33,000 per annum (dependent on experience and progression)

Hours: Full Time Monday to Friday - 8 am to 5 pm (overtime available depending on work requirements)

Join a growing team in the exciting field of gate automation! This is a practical, hands-on role ideal for someone motivated to start a career in engineering and automation.

Our client specialises in the manufacture of premium aluminium gates and the installation of residential and commercial automation. They design, build, install and maintain electric gates, entry systems, bollards, barriers and other automation products. They pride themselves on the quality of their work and the satisfaction of their customers.

What s in it for you

  • 21 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Full on-the-job training from experienced engineers
  • Mentoring and skills development in gate automation systems
  • Hands-on exposure to electrical wiring, motors, control equipment, and safety devices
  • Training in relevant industry standards and safe working practices
  • Clear progression pathway to Junior Engineer and Engineer roles
  • PPE, tools, and equipment provided
  • Long-term career development in a supportive, team-oriented environment

No previous experience in automation is required just enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a practical mindset.

What we re looking for

  • A practical, reliable, and hardworking individual
  • Willingness to carry out physical, outdoor work in varying conditions
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Logical thinker with a problem-solving mindset
  • Technically minded with an interest in engineering or automation
  • Full UK driving licence (Essential)
  • Right to work in the UK

The role

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Automation Support

  • Assisting with the installation and commissioning of automated gate systems
  • Wiring and configuring motors, safety devices, and accessories
  • Running, labelling, and terminating cables
  • Supporting engineers with testing, fault-finding, and handovers

Installation & Site Work

  • Assisting with trenching, digging, and groundwork
  • Fitting posts, hanging gates, and installing automation equipment
  • Basic metalwork, including cutting, grinding, and polishing
  • Making good ground surfaces such as gravel, tarmac, and paving

What s Next?

Ready to start your career in gate automation? Click APPLY now we can t wait to welcome you to the team!

R&D Deployment Engineer - Electronics
Enterprise Recruitment Limited
Witney
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
ÂŁ45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

You will have the freedom to break processes apart, troubleshoot deeply, and make meaningful improvements in real-world rail technology. Youll be at the intersection of field deployment, software, electronics, and R&D, helping to ensure complex sensing and data-capture systems perform flawlessly on rail vehicles and infrastructure. This position offers the chance to influence product development, work with bespoke software, and engage with cutting-edge sensor technology.

This company operates at the forefront of rail technology and geophysics, offering excellent development opportunities and broad exposure to cutting-edge systems. Youll work within a dynamic team and be deployed as part of a supported group, ensuring help is always available when challenges arise.

You will prepare, configure, and test survey and sensing systems, support R&D testing and product development, run Factory Acceptance Testing, and install and commission systems on rail vehicles and platforms. Youll troubleshoot both in the office and on site, debug software and occasionally hardware issues, configure bespoke software to support teams, and improve system reliability and usability for deployment.

The technology youll work with includes radar and sensor platforms, custom-built hardware and software, serial communications, and bespoke data-capture systems. The role is mostly office-based, with occasional UK site visits and infrequent longer trips, including limited international travel.

Were looking for someone with a hands-on technical background, experience installing or supporting equipment on site, and comfort working across electronics, mechanical systems, and software. Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills, along with a practical mindset for diagnosing why systems arent behaving as expected, are essential. Suitable backgrounds include field engineers, electronics or systems technicians, theatre or stage technicians, and geophysics or data-collection professionals looking to be more inhouse R&D base.

Useful technical skills include basic knowledge of serial protocols, connecting and configuring multiple devices, signal awareness, fault-finding, identifying faulty cables or hardware issues, and using test equipment such as multimeters, basic oscilloscopes, and debugging software or system-level issues.

Requirements for this role:

  • Experience in troubleshooting electronic devices.
  • Confident debugging software systems.
  • Hands-on experience in fixing, installing and fault-finding.
  • Experience supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
Development Engineer
Euro Projects Recruitment
Abingdon
In office
Graduate - Junior
ÂŁ35,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Medical Devices Development Engineer, Medical Devices, ÂŁ32K - ÂŁ35K, Abingdon, Oxfordshire

  • Join a growing and innovative medical device engineering company at the forefront of product development.
  • ÂŁ32,000 to ÂŁ35,000 salary guide + benefits.
  • This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineer to contribute to the design, prototyping, testing, and low-volume manufacture of next-generation medical devices.
  • Develop your design and development engineering experience across the full product lifecycle from concept design to verification & validation.

If you are excited by the idea of working on cutting-edge medical technology in a hands-on, varied design engineering and development engineering role, we would love to hear from you!

Your background as a Medical Device Development Engineer:

  • We are looking for an engineer with a passion for medical device innovation and a strong technical foundation.
  • Previous experience of working in a Development Engineer, Production Engineer, Graduate Engineer, Design Engineer or similar role within medical devices or a scientific/engineering field is preferred.
  • Proficiency in CAD design (SolidWorks or similar).
  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Medical Engineering, or a related discipline.

As a Medical Device Development Engineer, you will play a key role in:

  • Designing and developing medical devices, tools, and fixtures using 3D CAD (SolidWorks).
  • Translating customer requirements into workable concepts and prototypes.
  • Supporting prototype assembly, product testing, and validation.
  • Assisting with manufacturing processes to ensure quality and compliance.
  • Contributing to innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes.

This Medical Devices Development Engineer job is commutable from Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Dorchester, Aylesbury, Bicester, Witney, Shrivenham.

To apply, please send your CV to Luke Smith at Euro 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.

Senior Software Engineer
Platform Recruitment Limited
Oxford
In office
Senior
ÂŁ80,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: up to ÂŁ80,000

This is a rare opportunity for a software engineer to join a truly ground-breaking, high-precision manufacturing company. Youll be working at the intersection of software and hardware, helping to build cutting-edge technologies that are supplied worldwide.

If you enjoy working on advanced industrial machines and being surrounded by some of the best engineers in the UK, this role could be a perfect fit.

The Role

This is a significant key hire for the business, where you will lead hands on desktop software development that interfaces directly with hardware on high-tech machines.

Youll work with serial protocols to connect sensors, lasers, and motion stages, gaining exposure to multiple technologies, languages, protocols, and hardware platforms.

This role offers the chance to build a highly valuable skill set while working at the intersection of software and cutting-edge engineering

Requirements

Strong background of software development in C#/.NET

Expertise in mulithreaded desktop development, including Windows UI, WPF, and MVVM architecture

Confidence working with communication protocols and wireless interfaces, including integration with PLCs

Experience in high-tech machine industries such as semiconductor, robotics, laser systems, or photonics

If this role is of interest, please apply below.

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Senior / RF Engineer (Amplifiers)
Diamond Light source
Didcot
Hybrid
Senior
ÂŁ65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Based onsite / Hybrid working available minimum 3 days onsite per week

About Us

Diamond Light Source is one of the worlds most advanced scientific facilities. Were home to the UKs synchrotron light source a giant microscope producing beams of light 10 billion times brighter than the sun. Probing the structure and composition of matter, our work drives innovation in everything from vaccines to nanotech.

At Diamond we are currently undertaking a major upgrade of the facility, known as Diamond-II. Diamond-II will combine a new machine and new beamlines with a comprehensive series of upgrades to optics, detectors, sample environments, sample delivery capabilities and computing, which will ultimately generate an even more brilliant light source at a higher energy.

About the Role

We now have an opportunity for a Radio Frequency Engineer or Senior RF Engineer to support the RF Group with a high level of expertise in the design, development, operation and maintenance of RF high and low power systems.

You will contribute to the overall work of the RF Group with responsibility for certain aspects of the RF systems including:

  • Development of new RF equipment and carry out assembly and test.
  • Management and inventory control of the RF laboratory, RF test equipment operation and calibration.
  • Project management of small R&D projects for new products/systems.
  • To undertake study and development projects for future upgrades including amplifier upgrades, electronics upgrades, waveguides and coaxial transmission lines, high power circulators/loads and supervision equipment.
  • To carry out inspection, acceptance testing, installation and maintenance of high-power RF equipment.
  • Liaison with other groups such as Diagnostics, Accelerator Physics and the Operations team in diagnosis and repair or new systems development and installation.
  • Contribute to ensuring safe working practices are being followed.
  • To take part setting up and preparing for beam operation and beam-off periods, RF and general operation shifts.

Applicants will be considered at either Radio Frequency Engineer or SeniorRadio FrequencyEngineer level, depending on the strength of your skills, experience and qualifications.

About You

You should hold a degree inrelevant discipline (e.g. RF or Electronics Engineering) or demonstrate equivalent experience.

As well as experience in the following areas:

  • Design, production and testing of RF circuits
  • Supervision of procurement contracts.
  • High-power RF measurement and data analysis
  • Hands-on experience in RF transmission lines such as waveguides and high-power coaxial assembly.

Any knowledge / experience within the following areas will also be beneficial:

  • High power solid-state and/or IOT amplifiers.
  • Particle accelerator RF systems.
  • Electrical and electronic fault finding in complex systems.

You will display a willingness to take on a variety of tasks and a desire to learn and face new challenges, and you will demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills to communicate with a range of colleagues.

Benefits

Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.

As standard this role offers a hybrid working arrangement with a minimum of 3 days working onsite per week.

To Apply

Please use the online application process to apply and tell us which role you are applying for and why you believe you are suitable.

The initial closing date for applications is 15th March 2026, however, applications will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis until this vacancy is filled.

Flight Software Engineer
Alexander Associates
Oxford
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
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Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

We are working with an innovative space technology company based in Oxford who are developing advanced in-orbit systems to support next-generation space missions.

As part of continued programme growth, they are looking to appoint a Flight Software Engineer to develop embedded flight software and firmware supporting upcoming missions. This is a critical role focused on delivering reliable, mission-ready software that performs essential functions in orbit.

This opportunity would suit someone who thrives in a hands-on engineering environment and enjoys taking software from architecture through to validation and deployment on real hardware.

The Role

You will be responsible for developing embedded flight software and firmware across the full product lifecycle — from early architecture and design through to testing and mission support.

Key responsibilities include:

Developing critical embedded flight software

Architecting, planning, and implementing firmware and software solutions aligned with mission CONOPS

Implementing and testing software to ensure compliance with system requirements

Supporting overall system design decisions from a flight software perspective

Leading software tasks within Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) testing campaigns

Supporting internal software tool development for mission analysis and testing

Producing clear documentation covering structure and functionality of flight software

Interfacing directly with customers (government and commercial)

Managing software tasks and coordinating with contractors and suppliers

What They’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Software, Aerospace Engineering (or similar) with 4+ years of experience
OR
Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience

Demonstrated experience in embedded flight software development, including:

Bare-metal C programming

Development on ARM Cortex processors

Experience with RTOS or Embedded Linux

Low-level driver development (SPI, UART, I2C, CAN, etc.)

Hardware integration including actuators and sensors

Hardware-in-the-Loop development and testing

Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Experience

Experience leading or mentoring software engineers

Experience writing software for radiation environments

Background in startup or agile development environments

Experience with MATLAB, Python, Linux

Familiarity with Git, Jira, Confluence

Knowledge of spacecraft command and telemetry systems

Senior Embedded Software Engineer
APRIL QUEST LIMITED
Oxford
In office
Senior
ÂŁ65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Info about the company We are working with an established Oxfordshire-based technology organisation developing ARM-based embedded software systems used by millions globally. Collaborative, high-trust engineering environment with a strong firmware focus and long-term product roadmap. \There is no visa sponsorship available for this role, and a UK driving license is required\ Info about what the Senior Embedded Software Engineer role entails This is a senior firmware position focused on low-level embedded C development on microcontroller platforms, including RTOS integration, driver development and architectural input. High-autonomy role within a small team, requiring ownership and sound technical judgement. Essential Requirements of a Senior Embedded Software Engineer Strong commercial experience in embedded C on ARM Cortex-M Hands-on RTOS experience (FreeRTOS, Zephyr) Low-level firmware development including driver writing Proven ability to work autonomously Desirable Requirements of a Senior Embedded Software Engineer Exposure to USB protocols and device-level communication stacks Comfortable reviewing code and improving engineering practices within a small team If you feel you are suitable and interested in this role, APPLY NOW with an up-to-date CV. We also pay referral fees if you can suggest another suitable person that isnt already known to us. April Quest Ltd acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency and complies with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations Act 2003. We take your privacy seriously; our Privacy Policy can be viewed on our website.

Senior Software Engineer
Enterprise Recruitment Ltd
Oxford
In office
Senior
ÂŁ60,000 - ÂŁ70,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Is it time to step into a role where you take real ownership of complex, high-precision technology? An innovative Oxfordshire-based company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help shape and deliver the software behind next-generation systems. This is a hands-on role combining technical leadership with close collaboration across software and advanced hardware teams. You will play a key role in designing and developing robust applications that directly control precision hardware platforms. The position goes beyond feature delivery. You will influence architecture, strengthen engineering standards, support system deployments and mentor a small team, while remaining actively involved in coding. This opportunity would suit an experienced engineer with a strong background in C# and .NET, alongside Python for tooling or data work. Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware systems is important, particularly where reliability, timing and real-world performance matter. You should also be confident mentoring or technically guiding other engineers. Experience within industrial systems, cloud-connected platforms, networking or security would be advantageous. Salary: ÂŁ65,000 to ÂŁ70,000

Senior Software Engineer
Platform Recruitment
Oxford
In office
Senior
ÂŁ50,000 - ÂŁ70,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Location: Oxfordshire Salary: up to £80,000 This is a rare opportunity for a software engineer to join a truly ground-breaking, high-precision manufacturing company. You’ll be working at the intersection of software and hardware, helping to build cutting-edge technologies that are supplied worldwide. If you enjoy working on advanced industrial machines and being surrounded by some of the best engineers in the UK, this role could be a perfect fit. The Role This is a significant key hire for the business, where you will lead hands on C#/WPF desktop software development that interfaces directly with hardware on high-tech machines. You’ll work with serial protocols to connect sensors, lasers, and motion stages, gaining exposure to multiple technologies, languages, protocols, and hardware platforms. This role offers the chance to build a highly valuable skill set while working at the intersection of software and cutting-edge engineering Requirements \* Mastery of C#/.NET \* Expertise in WPF with the MVVM pattern \* Confidence working with communication protocols and wireless interfaces, including integration with PLCs \* Ability to handle multithreading, async/await, and hardware timing constraints \* Experience in high-tech machine industries such as semiconductor, robotics, laser systems, or photonics If this role is of interest, please apply below

Senior Embedded Software Engineer
April Quest
Oxford
In office
Senior
ÂŁ60,000 - ÂŁ65,000

Info about the company We are working with an established Oxfordshire-based technology organisation developing ARM-based embedded software systems used by millions globally. Collaborative, high-trust engineering environment with a strong firmware focus and long-term product roadmap. \*There is no visa sponsorship available for this role, and a UK driving license is required\* Info about what the Senior Embedded Software Engineer role entails This is a senior firmware position focused on low-level embedded C development on microcontroller platforms, including RTOS integration, driver development and architectural input. High-autonomy role within a small team, requiring ownership and sound technical judgement. Essential Requirements of a Senior Embedded Software Engineer \* Strong commercial experience in embedded C on ARM Cortex-M \* Hands-on RTOS experience (FreeRTOS, Zephyr) \* Low-level firmware development including driver writing \* Proven ability to work autonomously Desirable Requirements of a Senior Embedded Software Engineer \* Exposure to USB protocols and device-level communication stacks \* Comfortable reviewing code and improving engineering practices within a small team If you feel you are suitable and interested in this role, APPLY NOW with an up-to-date CV. We also pay referral fees if you can suggest another suitable person that isn’t already known to us. April Quest Ltd acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency and complies with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations Act 2003. We take your privacy seriously; our Privacy Policy can be viewed on our website

Software Developer
Anonymous
Oxford
In office
Mid - Senior
ÂŁ70,000 - ÂŁ75,000
+3

Software Engineer C# development with a a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field with
focus on hardware-automation or control systems (or equivalent).
Desirable a bachelor s degree in Automation or Manufacturing engineering

Software Engineers C# will be designing robust, multithreaded machine control software for deterministic, high-availability industrial systems.

Software Engineers will contribute to the software architecture by focusing on key areas such as reliability, data logging, predictive maintenance capabilities, and
cybersecurity for industrial environments. Software Engineers C# will have some of the following software development experience.

Expert proficiency in C# for application development, specifically using
the .NET Framework/Core (for stability and modern application
development) and ideally WPF (for complex, responsive UIs).
Demonstrable experience with real-time or near real-time operating
systems (RTOS) concepts and implementation, or strong experience
with real-time extensions in Windows or Linux.
Experience with Python for data processing, test automation, or highlevel
control scripts.
Familiarity with modern software development practices, including
Design Patterns (e.g., MVVM, Factory) and Clean Architecture
principles.
Industrial Control & Communication
Proven experience in programming and configuring industrial PCs (IPC)
and motion controllers (e.g., from Beckhoff, Delta Tau, Aerotech, Galil).
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Industrial Ethernet
protocols such as EtherCAT, PROFINET, or SERCOS III for high-speed,
deterministic control loops.
Practical experience integrating industrial communication standards
like OPC UA for data exchange, telemetry, and SCADA/MES integration.

Knowledge of Machine Vision libraries (e.g., Halcon, OpenCV) and
practical experience implementing vision systems for alignment, quality
control (QC), and feature recognition.

Proficiency with Git for version control and collaborative development.
Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure
DevOps, GitLab CI) for industrial software deployment.
Familiarity with data logging, time-series databases (e.g., InfluxDB), or
SQL/NoSQL databases for storing and analyzing machine operational data

Controls & Automation Engineer
Aqumen Recruitment
Banbury
In office
Mid - Senior
ÂŁ500/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Pay: ÂŁ65,000.00-ÂŁ72,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician (Electrical & Controls Focus)
Banbury (Site-Based) ÂŁ65,000 ÂŁ70,000 + Benefits Full-Time, Permanent

Aqumen Senior Appointments are proud to be partnering with a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business to appoint a high-calibre Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician.

This is a key site-based role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, suited to a technically strong engineer with advanced PLC fault-finding and programming capability.

The Opportunity

You will be responsible for delivering effective maintenance across plant, equipment, and facilities ensuring maximum uptime, adherence to preventative maintenance schedules, and continuous improvement of manufacturing performance.

This role requires strong electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and controls expertise, alongside the ability to operate confidently in a regulated, hygiene-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults efficiently
  • Lead PLC fault-finding and programming (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley)
  • Maintain and improve CMMS systems and maintenance records
  • Support plant improvements and capital projects
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standards
  • Coordinate contractors and issue permits where required
  • Support factory start-ups and production optimisation
  • Provide occasional support across other UK sites

Candidate Profile

  • Time-served/apprentice-trained engineer
  • HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3+ in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum 3 years experience in FMCG or industrial manufacturing
  • Advanced PLC competency (fault finding and programming essential)
  • Strong understanding of instrumentation and process control systems
  • Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills
  • Professional, proactive, and team-oriented

What s on Offer

  • ÂŁ65,000 ÂŁ70,000 basic salary
  • Pension & life insurance
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • On-site parking
  • Structured, stable manufacturing environment

For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please apply directly or contact our retained search team.

Motor Control Software Engineer (Matlab / Simulink)
Evera Recruitment Ltd
Buckinghamshire
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary

Our client is seeking a Motor Control Software Engineer (Matlab / Simulink) to design, model, and implement high performance control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with systems, hardware, and embedded software teams to deliver robust, production ready electric motor control solutions.

The Motor Control Software Engineer (Matlab / Simulink) will:

  • Develop motor control algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink for electric drive applications.
  • Design, model, and tune control strategies for PMSM, BLDC, and induction motors.
  • Implement and validate key control functions including FOC, torque, speed, and current control.
  • Conduct modelling and simulation of motor and inverter behaviour to support design decisions.
  • Support integration of model based designs into embedded software environments.
  • Participate in testing, calibration, and validation activities across SIL, MIL, HIL, dyno, and vehicle environments.

The Motor Control Software Engineer (Matlab / Simulink) will have:

  • Strong hands on experience with motor control development using MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Solid understanding of electric motor theory, including PMSM, BLDC, and induction machines.
  • Practical experience implementing Field Oriented Control and related control techniques.
  • Familiarity with automotive embedded software principles and application level integration.
  • Experience with model based design workflows and auto code generation.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with hardware, embedded software, and systems engineering teams.

You’ll collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines and play a key part in delivering innovative solutions for future mobility. If you’re motivated, technically strong, and eager to make an impact in the electrification space, apply now!

Radio Communications Engineer
Adecco
Abingdon
In office
Junior - Mid
ÂŁ37,020 - ÂŁ41,227

Job Advert: Radio Communications Engineer

Location: Culham, Oxfordshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Range: 37,020 - 41,227 (Plus South Eastern Allowance of 2,000)

Are you ready to elevate your career in a dynamic and vital role? Join our client the Civil Nuclear Constabulary’s team as a Radio Communications Engineer! In this exciting position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational capability of front-line officers and emergency services across the UK.

Why Join Us?

  • Impactful Work: Be part of a team that supports critical voice communication systems used by police officers and emergency services.
  • Professional Growth: Engage with emerging technologies and best practises like ITIL, Lean Six Sigma, and Prince 2.
  • Flexibility: While the role is primarily office-based, it includes travel to various sites across the UK. You may also need to work unsocial hours occasionally to support operational activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, implement, and deliver work streams/projects supporting the Operational Communications Strategy.
  • Resolve faults and issues related to communication devices and equipment.
  • Provide tactical and operational advice, translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Collaborate with external partners and stakeholders, representing the Constabulary effectively.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Vocational qualification or work experience in Radio Engineering or a related field.
  • Experience in installing, integrating, and maintaining technical radio or communications systems.
  • Strong planning and documentation skills, with a proactive attitude towards managing competing priorities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Due to the Police Vetting Criteria you MUST have resided within the UK continuously for at least 5 years at the time of application

Desirable Skills:

  • Understanding of regulated environments and experience with Airwave technology.
  • Familiarity with project management software, such as MS Project.

Perks of the Role:

  • Competitive salary with an annual range of 37,020 to 41,227.
  • Additional South Eastern Allowance of 2,000.
  • Opportunity to contribute to the development of mission-critical communications.

Note: The role will require security clearance due to the sensitive nature of the work.

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Flight Software Engineer
Alexander Associates
Oxford
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
+1

Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

We are working with an innovative space technology company based in Oxford who are developing advanced in-orbit systems to support next-generation space missions.

As part of continued programme growth, they are looking to appoint a Flight Software Engineer to develop embedded flight software and firmware supporting upcoming missions. This is a critical role focused on delivering reliable, mission-ready software that performs essential functions in orbit.

This opportunity would suit someone who thrives in a hands-on engineering environment and enjoys taking software from architecture through to validation and deployment on real hardware.

The Role

You will be responsible for developing embedded flight software and firmware across the full product lifecycle from early architecture and design through to testing and mission support.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing critical embedded flight software
  • Architecting, planning, and implementing firmware and software solutions aligned with mission CONOPS
  • Implementing and testing software to ensure compliance with system requirements
  • Supporting overall system design decisions from a flight software perspective
  • Leading software tasks within Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) testing campaigns
  • Supporting internal software tool development for mission analysis and testing
  • Producing clear documentation covering structure and functionality of flight software
  • Interfacing directly with customers (government and commercial)
  • Managing software tasks and coordinating with contractors and suppliers

What They re Looking For

  • Bachelor s degree in Electrical, Software, Aerospace Engineering (or similar) with 4+ years of experience
    OR
    Master s degree with 3+ years of experience

Demonstrated experience in embedded flight software development, including:

  • Bare-metal C programming
  • Development on ARM Cortex processors
  • Experience with RTOS or Embedded Linux
  • Low-level driver development (SPI, UART, I2C, CAN, etc.)
  • Hardware integration including actuators and sensors
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop development and testing
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Experience

  • Experience leading or mentoring software engineers
  • Experience writing software for radiation environments
  • Background in startup or agile development environments
  • Experience with MATLAB, Python, Linux
  • Familiarity with Git, Jira, Confluence
  • Knowledge of spacecraft command and telemetry systems
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