Electronic Engineer
2 days ago
Oldham
Role: Electronics Software Engineer Location: Oldham Salary: Up to £50,000 + Benefits KO2’s client — a global leader in advanced security technologies — is expanding their team and looking for a talented engineer to help design and deliver world-class protection systems used in some of the most high-security environments on the planet. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that combine electronics, embedded software, and mechanical design to defend against modern threats such as drones, blasts, and ballistic attacks. About the Company Our client is a leading name in the high-security systems industry, with a turnover of over £50 million and a reputation for excellence in drone defence, blast mitigation, and perimeter protection. Despite their global reach, they maintain a family-oriented culture where every team member is valued and supported. You’ll join a close-knit engineering team where collaboration and innovation go hand-in-hand, and where personal growth is genuinely encouraged. The Role As an Electronics Engineer, you’ll work across both hardware and embedded software, contributing to the design, test, and integration of mission-critical security systems. You’ll collaborate with mechanical and systems engineers to deliver robust, field-proven solutions designed for some of the toughest conditions imaginable. Key Responsibilities: • Design and develop analogue and digital electronic circuits., • Develop embedded software, splitting time between hardware and firmware design., • Manage and program microelectronics for I/O control and system integration., • Participate in high-security system testing, including blast and ballistic validation., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complete, integrated security solutions., • Support the ongoing growth and mentoring within the electronics engineering team. What You’ll Bring • Strong experience in analogue and digital circuit design., • Proven embedded software development skills (C/C++ preferred)., • Hands-on experience with microcontrollers and system integration., • A British passport (required for security clearance)., • Passion for working on low-volume, high-performance systems where innovation and reliability are key. What the Company Offers: • Competitive Salary: £50,000 per annum, • Training & Development: Access to specialized training to enhance your skill set, • Team Growth: Opportunity to join a growing electronics team with pathways into leadership roles, • Family-Oriented Culture: Work in a supportive, family-like environment where you're truly valued, • High-Impact Projects: Contribute to cutting-edge security solutions, including drone defense and explosion-proof testing Our client is committed to making a global impact in the security industry and is looking for someone with your expertise to join their team. If you're an experienced Electronics Engineer with embedded software experience and want to work on innovative, world-class security solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.