12 months

£84.55 per hour (inside IR35)

Hybrid working

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Principal Digital Electronics Engineer to help deliver advanced electronic solutions across some of the most complex and high-profile defence and security programmes in the UK.

This is a technical leadership role where you will shape digital hardware architectures, influence system-level design decisions, and mentor engineers across the full product lifecycle - from concept through to production and in-service support.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the architecture, design and development of complex digital electronic systems
• Define and review FPGA, SoC, and high-speed digital designs
• Oversee requirements capture, design documentation, and verification strategies
• Provide technical authority and governance across multiple projects
• Support system integration, validation, and qualification activities
• Collaborate with systems, software, firmware, mechanical and safety teams
• Engage with customers and suppliers at a technical level
• Mentor and develop senior and junior engineers
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and standards

Your Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Extensive experience in digital electronics design
• Strong background in FPGA/ASIC development (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog)
• Experience with high-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, SERDES)
• Proven ability to lead technical teams or large work packages
• Experience with requirements management and verification methodologies
• Understanding of signal integrity, timing analysis, and hardware debugging
• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronic Engineering or related discipline

Desirable:

• Experience in safety-critical or regulated industries
• Knowledge of secure or resilient system design
• Familiarity with DOORS, MATLAB, or similar tools
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)

£55,000 - £62,000 + 25 days holiday + Senior Leadership role + Defined Career Progression

Southampton

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with an understanding of aerospace materials looking to join a Tier 1 supplier for some of the most prestigious names in the market?

On offer is an opportunity to work for an Engineering business supplying into the exciting and fast-growing aerospace industry who use state-of-the-art technology to supply the most demanding OEM clients.

The Manufacturing Engineer will be a talented mechanical or aerospace engineer who can successfully manage and engineer new aerospace seal products from inception through shipping, who is responsible for technical duties in support of new product design, sustaining engineering of existing products, and/or product improvements.

This is an exciting position where you will consider and analyse alternatives and solutions to an engineering design or problem; design both the part and the associated manufacturing process; solicit and evaluate quotes; design tooling; write plans; and troubleshoot the manufacturing process while working with customers, suppliers, shop and management personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that specification requirements are identified and achieved, that the project ships on time, that quality requirements are met, and that processes used will enable cost objectives to be achieved
• Define the process to be used for part manufacture, and the production planning used by manufacturing and suppliers to fabricate/assemble the product
• Estimate tooling, material and labour to build assigned product per customer specifications
• Communicate with customers & suppliers to support quotations and resolve technical issues
• Support/Lead development of aftermarket products which improve performance and/or lower costs for end-user customers
• Manage projects within both internal and external deadlines and changing time constraints

The person:

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required
• Working knowledge of physical sciences, polymers and statistical design and methods

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

Keywords: Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Manager,
Materials Engineer, Polymers, Seals, Aerospace

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

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HVAC Engineer x3 Bognor Regis
£45,000 | MondayFriday 08:0017:00 | No Call Out

We are currently recruitingthree HVAC Engineersto join a leading national facilities management provider, supporting a flagship seaside holiday destination inBognor Regis.

This large-scale coastal leisure complex includes accommodation and entertainment venuesoffering a varied and engaging working environment within a secure, long-term contract.

The Role

• Planned and reactive maintenance on HVAC plant and associated systems
• Servicing, fault finding, and repairs on AHUs, FCUs, pumps, motors, heating and cooling systems
• Supporting compliance and statutory maintenance across the site
• Use of an on-site pool vehicle when required

Contract start date:1st April 2026
Working hours:MondayFriday, 08:0017:00
No call-out requirement

Salary & Benefits:

• £45,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Overtime paid at1.5x and 2x rates
• Perkbox rewards platform
• Mobile phone discount schemes
• Long-term stability with a major, well-established FM company

Requirements:

• Qualified HVAC Engineer (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)
• Strong experience with commercial heating & cooling systems
• F-Gas (preferred)
• Ability to pass anEnhanced DBS check(mandatory due to site requirements)
• Full UK driving licence

If you’re looking for a secure MondayFriday role with excellent benefits, no call-out, and the chance to work within one of the South Coasts most recognisable leisure environments, apply now ahead of the April 2026 mobilisation.

Job Title: Marine Engineer - TS Royalist

Location: Operating from Gosport, but sailing around the UK and near-continent

Salary: £33,490 gross per annum

Job type: Full time, Permanent.

Closing Date: 2nd March 2026.

Are you an experienced engineer looking for a unique offshore experience?

The charity is looking for an engineer for our flagship vessel TS Royalist who is used to inspire Sea Cadets to the possibilities of a life at seas. We are a vibrant and growing charity, delivering life-changing nautical adventure for young people, to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success.

We are currently looking for a Marine Engineer to join our team.

About the role:

The primary purpose of the Marine Engineer is to deliver the maintenance and safe operation of all machinery on board the vessel. Responsibility spans the hull, structure, main and auxiliary machinery, electrical and electronic systems, fuel, water, hydraulics, and the planning and execution of in-season maintenance. A comprehensive level of advice and support to the onboard Engineer is provided by our two, office based, Engineering Technical staff.

Applicants should have the requisite experience and should ideally have completed an approved engineering course or a willingness to complete on within the first 12 months of employment. They should ideally hold a current Seafarer Medical Certificate or willing to be medically assessed for the position. The ability to work effectively with young people as well as the permanent and relief crew members is essential. Ship system familiarisation, child safeguarding and any necessary sea safety course refresher training will be given to the successful applicant.

The particular demand of seagoing employment requires the incumbent to be available for duty for prolonged periods and working hours necessarily need to be very flexible. Although overtime will not be recognised, the working and rest hours for the role will be within the confines of the terms of the Maritime Labour Convention 2006. The uncertain nature of the working hours are recognised by the holiday arrangements afforded.

For an informal discussion about the role of Marine Engineer on board TS Royalist, please contact the charity’s Offshore Office.

Applications should consist of a completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form, both available from the website. You may submit your CV in support of your application, but the appropriate application form must be completed if you wish to be considered for these roles.

Requirements:

• Able to demonstrate the skills and experience of working with multiple engineering systems, ideally within the Marine Environment.
• A level of fitness that is not likely to be a bar for working at sea.
• Good verbal communication skills; ability to work within a small team
• Knowledge of health and safety standards, relating to working with machinery and systems.
• Experience in investigate faults and the identification of possible rectifications.

Benefits:

• 104 days annual leave per annum, 84 individual days during the sailing season and 20 working days during the winter refit period.
• Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the charity’s pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Pension (employer contribution up to 10%).
• Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling.
• Employee development: We are investing in our employees’ development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential.
• National staff conference: All employees come together once a year to reflect on the past year and celebrate success at our offsite staff conference. This is a great opportunity to listen to employees’ views, and for employees to network, share information and socialise.

If you are interested in this Marine Engineering vacancy, please apply now!

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Marine Engineer, Technical Manager, Technical Engineering Manager, Engineer, Marine Mechanic, Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, will also be considered for this role.

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Portsmouth Naval Base. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Up to £42,000 depending on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Production of Installation Design Solutions for the introduction of new equipment into Maritime Platforms. These solutions consist of Electrical/System Drawings, Cable Route Drawings, Cable Data Sheets, Bill of Materials and associated Installation Instructions.
• Liaison with MoD Customer and Industry Partners throughout the Design process developing agreed Equipment Integration Requirements.
• Undertake Ship Surveys in support of Design Integration, Equipment Material State Reports, Equipment Configuration Control and Ship Power and Load Chart Management.
• Configuring and Maintaining Ship Databases for Electrical Power Distribution and Blown Fibre Networks.
• Production of Ship/Equipment Feasibility Studies.
• Collaborate with in-house Mechanical, Structural, HVAC and Project Management Teams.
• Collaborate with Industry Partners and Technical Authorities.
• Support Ship-build and Submarine electrical detailed design activities.
• Provide a technical input to the Product Safety of Design Services deliverables

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Knowledge of Electrical Systems theory
• Interpretation and application of Electrical Design Standards
• Working knowledge of Electrical Installation Practices and Electrical Distribution Systems
• Working knowledge/understanding of CAD/Engineering Drawing Toolsets
• IT literate in Microsoft Office applications
• ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• All Candidates must be able to obtain UK Security Clearance to SC level

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Design Services – Electrical Team:

Our Team of engineers is sourced from a combination of Industry, Armed Forces Service Leavers and our own BAE Apprenticeship Schemes. Working in tandem with our Structures & Outfit, HVAC, Mechanical & Piping and Safety Teams we provide through life electrical engineering support to all Royal Naval Surface Fleet, Royal Fleet Auxiliary and Submarine Platforms.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 10th March 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Our client, a leading company in the aerospace sector, is seeking a Chief Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and excellence for their engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Technical Design Authority and System Design Authority
• Ensure compliance with airworthiness and safety-critical standards
• Provide oversight for Integrated Project Teams on development, manufacturing, and support of technical solutions
• Be a part of the Engineering Leadership Team and Site Airworthiness Board
• Interface with external certification authorities and approval bodies
• Implement structured engineering solutions across the development lifecycle
• Chair Change Control and Product Development Review meetings
• Ensure engineering processes comply with civil aviation regulations

Job Requirements:

• Experience in systems engineering within the aerospace industry
• Strong understanding of technical and system design authority responsibilities
• Knowledge in airworthiness standards and safety-critical engineering
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

If you are an experienced Chief Systems Engineer ready to take on a technical leadership role in the aerospace industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dynamic and innovative team.

Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid working)
Salary: £60,000£80,000

A specialist maritime technology organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join its UK engineering team. This role focuses on the technical design and delivery of complex navigation and bridge systems for naval and maritime surveillance projects.

The Role
You will be responsible for the system engineering lifecycle, from requirements analysis and technical documentation through to build, configuration, integration, testing, and customer support. Working closely with Project Managers, you will ensure technical solutions are delivered in line with contractual and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce requirements, design, interface, verification and validation documentation
• Interpret and flow down system-level requirements in line with CONOPS and architectural specifications
• Build, configure and test navigation and marine electronic systems
• Support installation, commissioning and trials (UK and overseas where required)
• Provide technical support to customers and service engineers
• Contribute to technical proposals and system fault diagnosis
• Make sound technical decisions within project and contractual scope

Requirements

• Strong systems engineering experience within marine or defence electronics
• Knowledge of radar, navigation aids, steering control and bridge systems
• Experience configuring and fault-finding PC-based and networked systems
• Familiarity with tools such as DOORS, SVN, JIRA, MS Office and Visio
• Degree/HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or related discipline
• Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance

Desirable

• Experience with network configuration (switching, routing, VLANs, VMs, security)
• Knowledge of relevant cyber security and naval integration standards
• Membership of a professional engineering body (e.g., IET or INCOSE)

Whats on Offer

• £60k£80k salary
• Hybrid working arrangement
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme and private medical insurance
• Flexible working options including nine-day fortnight
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Exposure to complex naval and maritime technology projects

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.
Experience the pride of being part of a select group one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.
Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.
The Role:
The post holder will take a leading role in the design, programming, testing and documentation in support of new and existing integrations primarily delivered via the Azure Integration Hub (AIH), a component of the University Integrations Platform, as well as the internal business applications and the development and maintenance of applications supplementary to the Universitys core business and teaching systems.
Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role. The interviews are currently anticipated to be held week commencing 24 March 2026.
Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience.

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 3235 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.

The perks dont stop there - click apply for further information
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Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are committed to upholding the Universitys values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.
Experience the pride of being part of a select group one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.
Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.
The Role:
The post holder will take a leading role in the design, programming, testing and documentation in support of new and existing integrations primarily delivered via the Azure Integration Hub (AIH), a component of the University Integrations Platform, as well as the internal business applications and the development and maintenance of applications supplementary to the Universitys core business and teaching systems.
Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role. The interviews are currently anticipated to be held week commencing 23rd March 2026.
This appointment is a fixed-term contract until 01 March 2027. For internal candidates it may be possible to apply for this role under the Secondment Policy . If you wish to apply as a secondee, you must have approval of your line manager in advance of submitting your application form. Please confirm in your application that your line manager has approved this.
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 3235 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.

The perks dont stop there - click apply for further information
UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are committed to upholding the Universitys values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

Job Title: Senior Electronics Design Engineer
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £50,000-£60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Sector: Advanced Electronics / Aerospace / Defence / Instrumentation

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a highly respected advanced engineering organisation operating at the forefront of mission-critical electronics and high-reliability systems. Supplying into aerospace, defence, space and specialist industrial markets, this business is known for precision, innovation and engineering excellence.

They are now seeking a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to join their R&D function, taking ownership of complex electronic system design from concept through to production release.

This is a technically demanding role suited to an experienced engineer who thrives in high-integrity, regulated environments.

The Role

You will be responsible for leading the design and development of analogue and digital electronic systems used in high-performance applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full lifecycle electronic design (concept, schematic capture, PCB layout oversight, validation, production release)
• Analogue and mixed-signal circuit design (low-noise, precision measurement, power management)
• Digital design including microcontrollers, FPGA or high-speed interfaces
• Design for EMC compliance and regulatory standards
• Support environmental qualification (temperature, vibration, shock testing)
• Conduct design reviews, FMEA and risk mitigation
• Support transition from prototype to manufacturing
• Work cross-functionally with mechanical, systems and firmware engineers
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers

Required Experience

• Degree qualified in Electronic Engineering or related discipline
• 8+ years’ experience in electronic design within aerospace, defence, instrumentation or similar high-reliability sector
• Strong analogue design capability (signal conditioning, power electronics, sensor interfaces)
• Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, Mentor, or similar)
• Understanding of EMC/EMI mitigation techniques
• Experience working to regulated standards (e.g. aerospace or defence compliance frameworks)
• Familiarity with FPGA or embedded systems advantageous
• Experience taking products from concept to production

The Ideal Profile

• Technically rigorous with strong analytical ability
• Comfortable working in structured engineering and gated design processes
• Detail-oriented with high documentation standards
• Collaborative team player within multidisciplinary environments
• Comfortable interfacing with customers or external stakeholders when required

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
• Private healthcare and enhanced pension
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, mission-critical technology
• Clear technical progression pathway
• Stable long-term growth within a globally recognised engineering business

WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portsmouth, with Hybrid Working

Are you a Configuration Engineer with a background in Supportability Engineering?

Allan Webb Limited is recruiting a Configuration Engineer to join our dedicated team supporting Babcock International at their Portsmouth site. This is a hybrid role, working 3 days per week on-site, which is currently in Lakeside, Portsmouth, but is moving to Whiteley in Aug/Sept 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Configuration Engineer with experience within a Supportability Engineering environment to advance their career within an engineering environment with a leading Prime.

We are also interested in hearing from candidates with suitable, transferable skills (preferably electro-mechanical), as we are able to provide comprehensive training and development opportunities for the right individual.

The working pattern for this role is 37.5 hours per week, within a hybrid working model, where there is an expectation to be on-site in Portsmouth 3 days per week.

What the role involves:

As a Configuration Engineer, within Supportability Engineering, you’ll support critical configuration tasks and contribute to the production of essential engineering documentation. Working under the direction of Senior Configuration Engineers and Configuration Team Leaders, you’ll be responsible for:

• Screening and extracting relevant data from drawings, parts lists, specifications, and design solutions, then entering/updating data to maintain Ship Fit Definitions on SSDD
• Ensuring all tasks comply with project procedures and quality plans, whilst identifying efficiency improvements and resolutions
• Liaising with stakeholders to resolve data conflicts and ensure tasks are completed within contracted timescales
• Undertaking ship visits to support configuration audits as required
• Preparing process documentation and stakeholder engagement reports within your area of responsibility
• Providing assistance to other Configuration Engineers and attending internal meetings to discuss configuration issues
• Ensuring SSDD updates consider potential impacts on all data interfaces identified in the Outputs and Interfaces schedule
• Demonstrating safe behaviours and integrating SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) into all aspects of your work

Who we’re looking for:

Essential:

• ONC or equivalent academic engineering qualification
• Technical knowledge and ability to present data issues internally
• Ability to interpret technical data from drawings and documentation
• IT literate with strong data management capabilities
• Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong team player who collaborates effectively across teams and business areas

Supportability Engineering experience (especially Electro - Mechanical) would be beneficial to your application, as would established experience as a Configuration Engineer. Knowledge of support activities within the Military - Maritime environment would also be an advantage, as would experience using configuration tools, such as SSDD.

Please note: this vacancy is only available to those who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and who have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously. Please do not apply if you do not live in the UK or have not done for the last 5+ years. You will be required to undergo Security Clearance.

A bit more about us:

At Allan Webb Ltd, we are a leading engineering consultancy with over 60 years of experience delivering asset optimisation services to clients across the defence, government, energy, pharmaceutical, and aerospace sectors, both in the UK and internationally.

Whats more, were proud supporters of the Armed Forces community.

What we can offer:

On top of a competitive salary, we provide the following benefits:

• Agile/remote working arrangements
• 33 days annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Regular training and personal development reviews
• Investment in professional qualifications and training, plus mentoring and coaching programmes
• Inclusive and supportive work environment
• Active ED&I networks and initiatives
• Electric car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Perkbox (providing over 9,000 perks and benefits)
• EAP - a confidential 24/7 service
• Employee Referral Bonus [up to £1,000 following probation]
• Payment for Professional Membership
• Structured career development and professional accreditation support
• Access to high-profile defence and engineering projects
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture with a focus on technical excellence

Other organisations may call this role Electro-Mechanical Configuration Engineer, Supportability Engineer, Configuration Management Engineer, or Electro-Mechanical Engineer.

Culture & values:

Allan Webb Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. We believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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Job Title: Combat Systems Engineer – External Communications

Location: Frimley, Filton, Portsmouth Broad Oak or Weymouth. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Support the capture and agreement of technical requirements in line with company and programme processes, interpreting User Needs, Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and Concept of Use (CONUSE) to derive functional and technical requirements for external communications systems
• Review technical solutions against contractual and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance, and support the definition of performance requirements, acceptance criteria and events across the CADMID lifecycle
• Ensure all design documentation and design change records are generated, captured, configured and controlled in accordance with company processes
• Support the development and maintenance of Verification Cross-Reference Index (VCRI), Integration, Test, Evaluation and Acceptance Plans (ITEAP) and Qualification Plans
• Ensure comprehensive design proving evidence is captured within requirements management tools (IBM DOORS) and endorsed at the appropriate authority level, including flow-down of requirements to suppliers and acceptance of their deliverables
• Provide technical support to shipbuilder installation, integration, commissioning and in-service refit activities, including supplier equipment acceptance and system acceptance by the customer

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Proficient understanding of Engineering Principles
• Have good awareness of Product Safety and SHE
• Solid communication experience with Stakeholders
• Demonstratable commitment to continuous professional development and progressing toward Subject Matter Expert

Desirable:

• Awareness or experience working within the Dreadnought programme

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The ECS (External Communications Systems) Team:

You’ll be joining a tight-knit, diverse team that takes pride in sharing knowledge and tackling highly detailed tasks together. Collaboration sits at the heart of how they operate, success is delivered as a team, and this role offers a genuine opportunity to showcase your stakeholder engagement skills while strengthening your ability to influence across suppliers, customers and internal functions.

You’ll support key areas such as Requirements Management and the Testing & Integration of equipment into wider submarine systems, giving you broad technical exposure and real accountability. Your role provides excellent visibility across programmes and partners, alongside a clear pathway to deepen your knowledge and progress toward Subject Matter Expert status. With robust support for continuous professional development and relocation packages available (subject to eligibility), this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a high-performing Submarines team.

We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date 12th March 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Ready to architect platforms that operate at serious scale?

Software Architect - NestJS, NodeJS, Vue - .NET backgrounds welcome

• Portsmouth (Hybrid - 1-2 days per week onsite)
• Up to £110,000 + benefits

We’re partnered with a fast-scaling UK SaaS company building high-performance, data-driven platforms used by commercial teams to better understand and engage their customers.

They’re now looking for a Software Architect to shape the next generation of their customer-facing systems; designing scalable, cloud-first solutions capable of handling high data throughput and large data sets.

The Environment

The platform has evolved from a Microsoft / C# / .NET foundation into a modern stack including:

• NestJS, NodeJS, Vue
• Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake
• AWS (cloud-first architecture)

Strong .NET Architects who’ve worked in modern cloud and micro-services environments, or who can operate confidently across Node/TypeScript ecosystems, are absolutely encouraged to apply.

What matters most is architectural depth, SaaS scalability experience, and strong engineering principles.

The Role

This is ideal for someone who has progressed from hands-on engineering into architecture and still understands what great code and great systems look like.

You’ll:

• Design large-scale, high-performance SaaS architectures
• Lead microservices and event-driven design initiatives
• Champion DevOps-aligned architecture patterns
• Work across distributed/offshore teams
• Operate comfortably at both strategic and deep technical levels
• Influence AI architecture and modern data practices

What We’re Looking For

• 3-5+ years in a Software Architect role
• Strong engineering background (C#/.NET or modern JS/TS stacks)
• Experience within mature B2B SaaS environments
• Deep knowledge of cloud architecture (ideally AWS)
• Experience with microservices, event-driven systems
• Strong understanding of OLAP, OLTP, ETL & data warehousing
• DevOps-first mindset
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills

Interested?

If you’re an Architect who wants real influence in a scaling SaaS environment - without being boxed into one technology - this is a strong opportunity.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion:

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Bennett & Game are representing a fast-growing and award-winning Civil, Structural and Transport Planning consultancy. They are looking to employ a Principal and Senior Civil Engineer to join their expanding team. With a diverse client base ranging from local businesses to national housebuilders, commercial developers, regional contractors and local authorities, this is a role that promises genuine variety and responsibility.

Their work covers a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial and care-related developments, with involvement in large-scale schemes in the South of England. They contribute civil engineering input to planning stages and the design of associated on- and off-site infrastructure. The role offers exposure to complex projects from early feasibility through to delivery, within a consultancy environment that values technical quality, professional development and collaborative working.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary - dependent on experience.
• Quarterly bonus scheme of up to 10% of annual salary, with overage bonus if company targets are exceeded.
• 5% employer pension contribution (Standard Life).
• Private healthcare through Vitality, including active rewards.
• 24 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with your birthday off if it falls during the working week.
• Holiday buy & sell scheme - purchase up to 5 extra days, sell up to 4.
• Flexible hours (8am-6pm, core 10am-4pm) with the option of up to 2 days home working per week.
• Funded professional membership.
• Regular CPD, internal/external training and mentoring opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support.
• One annual paid community/charity day.
• Cycle to Work scheme and free flu vaccination.

Role Overview

• As a Principal or Senior Civil Engineer, you will:
• Work within a design team delivering drainage systems, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes.
• Undertake and manage resources for the design of:
• Drainage systems (Sewers for Adoption, building regulations, SuDS Manual).
• On- and off-site highways (DMRB, Manual for Streets).
• Manage civil engineering projects from planning through to detailed design, covering drainage, highways and external works.
• Prepare fee proposals and manage project budgets.
• Produce and review technical reports, designs and drawings, ensuring quality standards.
• Use AutoCAD and 3D design software (Site 3D or equivalent) with willingness to expand into other packages.
• Attend client meetings and site visits, liaising with developers, architects and local authorities.
• Mentor and train junior staff, reviewing their outputs and supporting professional development.
• Share knowledge and provide support across regional offices and departments.
• Co-operate with Quality Management Systems through design and administrative responsibilities.

Requirements

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering.
• Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or working towards with the ICE.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in consultancy.
• Experience with local authorities, developers and architects across residential, commercial and care/retirement schemes.
• Varied experience delivering projects through the planning process (pre-app to condition discharge).
• Strong project management skills, particularly across drainage, highways and external works.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D design software (Site 3D or equivalent).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound engineering judgement and manage resources effectively.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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Job Title: Senior Product Designer

Location: Southampton

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Are you an experienced Product Designer looking to join a fantastic business as part of their growth strategy?

Senior Product Designer role overview:

Based in Southampton, our client is looking for a self-driven Senior Product Designer to join their New Product Development team. Youll own a product range from concept to launch, ensuring ideas translate into high-quality, market-ready products.

Acting as the technical and commercial lead, youll take a hands-on approach while coordinating cross-functional specialists to deliver projects on time and to a high standard.

What youll be doing:

• Lead multiple complex projects within your range, delivering on time, on budget, and to a high standard.
• Coordinate internal specialists as needed to overcome technical challenges and keep development on track.
• Drive CAD and product development from concept through production, resolving complex assemblies along the way.
• Take a hands-on approach, building and testing physical prototypes to validate ideas before tooling.
• Manage product costs to meet margin targets and stay within agreed budgets.
• Work closely with overseas manufacturing partners to resolve technical issues and guide projects through sampling to production.
• Develop innovative, commercially viable solutions aligned with market needs.

What youll bring:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product or Industrial Design, or a related field desired.
• Extensive experience developing complex consumer products from concept to manufacture, with a portfolio demonstrating successful launches.
• Strong understanding of production processes and experience working with overseas factories to resolve issues.
• Proficient in 2D and 3D tools (e.g., SolidWorks or Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite) to develop and communicate design intent.
• Able to clearly present technical and commercial considerations to senior stakeholders.
• Capable of guiding multidisciplinary teams and driving outcomes without formal line management.
• Proactive, delivery-focused, and confident, challenging conventional thinking.

Additional benefits and information:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Bupa healthcare + dental plan available
• Discounts on products

If you feel you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you!

Introduction

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

What you will be part of:

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

The Role:

This is an initial 6 month contract role within our UK IT Business Unit. The IT Solution Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing technology solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements. This role bridges the gap between business needs and IT capabilities, ensuring that solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective. The Solution Architect works closely with stakeholders, developers, and project managers to deliver robust architectures that support organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design & Architecture to a high standard.
• Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures for IT systems and applications.
• Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Create architectural diagrams, models, and documentation for proposed solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, and technical teams to understand requirements.
• Present architectural solutions to stakeholders and obtain buy-in.
• Technology Evaluation
• Assess emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed solutions.
• Governance & Standards
• Define and enforce architectural principles, guidelines, and best practices.
• Ensure consistency and integration across systems and platforms.
• Implementation Support
• Provide technical leadership during solution implementation.
• Troubleshoot architectural issues and guide development teams.
• Perform Risk Management.
• Identify potential risks in solution design and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and cybersecurity standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years in IT roles, with at least 3 years in solution architecture.
• Experience in large-scale system design and implementation.
• Certifications (Preferred).
• TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solution Architect, ITIL.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures.
• Experience with APIs, microservices, and integration patterns.
• Understanding of networking, security, and infrastructure principles.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating complex systems.
• Communication & Leadership.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-motivated, resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Senior Automation Software Engineer – Rockwell Design Southampton / Eastleigh Area Permanent £58,000 – £63,000 + Excellent Benefits We are parntered with a globally recognised engineering business delivering high-specification process and production equipment into highly regulated industries. They are now seeking a Senior Automation Software Engineer to join their growing team. This is a key senior-level appointment for an experienced controls software specialist with strong Rockwell / Allen-Bradley design expertise (software design, not just configuration), combined with Siemens experience, and the capability to lead automation projects across their full lifecycle. The Opportunity As a Senior Automation Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering sophisticated control systems for complex process equipment. Working within a small, highly skilled automation team, you will take ownership of projects from initial specification through to commissioning and client handover. This role requires a technically strong, experienced engineer who can also mentor and guide less experienced colleagues, ensuring best practice software design and project delivery standards are upheld. Travel (approx. 20%) will be required across the UK and internationally. Key Responsibilities Review and define project scope, deliverables and functional requirements Design and develop PLC, HMI and SCADA software solutions Produce high-quality documentation including: Functional Design Specifications (FDS) Software Design Specifications (SDS) Test documentation and manuals Conduct structured software testing (FAT/SAT) Support on-site commissioning and system qualification activities Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers Deliver customer training for operators and maintenance teams Implement system modifications and improvements when required This role will suit you if you: Significant experience in control systems software design within process or regulated industries Strong Rockwell / Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC software design capability (essential) Experience with Siemens platforms including: TIA Portal Step 7 WinCC / WinCC Flexible Proven experience delivering automation projects across the full lifecycle Commissioning and fault-finding experience on industrial equipment Understanding of structured software testing methodologies Experience working within quality-driven environments (e.g., ISO 9001) Desirable Experience SCADA systems (e.g., iFIX, WinCC) Knowledge of GAMP, FDA, or other regulated industry standards Electrical hardware design exposure Experience within pharmaceutical or life sciences sectors HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline Package & Benefits £58,000 – £63,000 salary 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension Death in service Group income protection Option for single private healthcare This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, well-established engineering organisation delivering technically challenging and meaningful automation projects globally. If you are a senior automation software engineer with deep Rockwell design expertise and enjoy full lifecycle project ownership, we would be pleased to discuss this opportunity with you

Our client, a leading company in the aerospace sector, is seeking a Chief Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and excellence for their engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Technical Design Authority and System Design Authority
• Ensure compliance with airworthiness and safety-critical standards
• Provide oversight for Integrated Project Teams on development, manufacturing, and support of technical solutions
• Be a part of the Engineering Leadership Team and Site Airworthiness Board
• Interface with external certification authorities and approval bodies
• Implement structured engineering solutions across the development lifecycle
• Chair Change Control and Product Development Review meetings
• Ensure engineering processes comply with civil aviation regulations

Job Requirements:

• Experience in systems engineering within the aerospace industry
• Strong understanding of technical and system design authority responsibilities
• Knowledge in airworthiness standards and safety-critical engineering
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

If you are an experienced Chief Systems Engineer ready to take on a technical leadership role in the aerospace industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dynamic and innovative team.

Our client, a leading company in the aerospace sector, is seeking a Chief Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and excellence for their engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Technical Design Authority and System Design Authority
• Ensure compliance with airworthiness and safety-critical standards
• Provide oversight for Integrated Project Teams on development, manufacturing, and support of technical solutions
• Be a part of the Engineering Leadership Team and Site Airworthiness Board
• Interface with external certification authorities and approval bodies
• Implement structured engineering solutions across the development lifecycle
• Chair Change Control and Product Development Review meetings
• Ensure engineering processes comply with civil aviation regulations

Job Requirements:

• Experience in systems engineering within the aerospace industry
• Strong understanding of technical and system design authority responsibilities
• Knowledge in airworthiness standards and safety-critical engineering
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

If you are an experienced Chief Systems Engineer ready to take on a technical leadership role in the aerospace industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dynamic and innovative team.

Principal Systems Engineer(Software/Simulation) Portsmouth-Broad Oak Competitive Salary + 10-20% Bonus

My client a multinational Aerospace & Defence organisation are looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to join their team working on a hybrid basis.

You will join the clients Simulation and Training sector at Broad Oak Works Portsmouth, part of the Maritime and Land Defence Solutions business, working on the MIMESIS product.

As a System Technical Lead within the MIMESIS team, you will have technical responsibility for the design and development of new modules/content for the product, reviewing and approving lower level documentation. You will also provide technical guidance to the engineering team, working closely with System Design Authority, to develop and support MIMESIS for their customers.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide hands-on technical leadership with a team of systems and software engineers, and directly support the product System Design Authority
• Apply the principles of Systems Engineering to develop software-based Simulation Systems across the full engineering lifecycle
• Undertake Simulation Systems equipment design, network design and software design
• Lead requirement decomposition and manage specifications using tools like IBM DOORS Next
• Direct architectural modelling and interface definitions in tools such as CATIA Magic (Cameo)
• Drive system integration and define acceptance strategies for software-based systems
• Lead technical reviews and ensure compliance with customer, legislative & business requirements

Your skills and experiences:

• Demonstrable experience of the application of Systems Engineering for software-based products
• Expertise in Systems Engineering and Software integration lifecycle principles (ISO 15288 and 12207)
• Strong background in requirements management (e.g., IBM DOORS Next - desirable)
• Familiarity with engineering lifecycle models (Waterfall & Agile) and tools (e.g. JIRA)
• Background in software development and integration
• Technical leadership and ability to guide teams across disciplines to shape design solutions

To apply for this role please forward your CV to Peter Bibby on the email address below