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Shorterm Group are currently recruiting for an experienced 5-Axis Miller to join an established and growing engineering company based in South Oxfordshire.Key Skills & Experience:- Minimum 4 years' experience operating CNC milling machines- Proven experience with 5-axis machining- Online programming experience using Heidenhain controls- Background in defence, motorsport, automotive, or aerospace industries is advantageousJob Details:- Permanent position- Day shift hours- Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)- Immediate interviews and start availableIf you're interested, please apply with your latest CV and I will be in touch shortly.

Architect Location: Oxford Salary: £34-40,000 An established architectural practice with a diverse portfolio spanning commercial, education, defence and healthcare sectors is seeking a talented Architect to join its friendly team in Oxford. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the design and delivery of large-scale projects across all RIBA stages, working on a varied range of schemes with a strong emphasis on design quality, technical resolution and complex project requirements. Benefits Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with opportunities for regular collaboration in the studio Genuine prospects for career development and progression On-site parking provided Supportive, inclusive and team-focused working culture Responsibilities Lead and contribute to the design and delivery of projects across all RIBA stages Develop creative design proposals alongside technically robust solutions Produce and oversee high-quality drawing packages, specifications and 3D models using Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp Coordinate design information across multidisciplinary teams and consultants Collaborate closely with clients, contractors and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle Work on projects within commercial, education, defence and healthcare sectors, including technically complex environments * Attend and lead site visits, addressing design and technical queries during construction phases Skills and Qualifications Degree in Architecture and ARB/RIBA qualification Proven experience within a UK-based architectural practice Experience delivering projects across multiple RIBA stages Strong design, technical and presentation skills Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp Previous experience within commercial, education, defence or healthcare sectors would be advantageous Willingness to obtain security clearance where required for certain projects Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred * Excellent communication, coordination and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail To apply, please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to

Architectural Technician Location: Oxford Salary: £34-40,000 A well-established architectural practice with a strong portfolio spanning commercial, education, defence and healthcare sectors is seeking an experienced Architectural Technician to join its welcoming Oxford team. This role offers the opportunity to support the delivery of substantial projects across all RIBA stages, working on a diverse range of schemes with a particular focus on technically complex and detailed design. It is an excellent opportunity for a Technician with strong technical expertise, sound sector knowledge, and the ability to contribute from early design through to construction. Benefits Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with regular time spent collaborating in the studio. Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development. On-site parking available. Friendly, inclusive, and collaborative working environment. Responsibilities Support the delivery of projects across all RIBA stages, ensuring high standards of technical accuracy and coordination. Prepare detailed technical drawings, specifications, and 3D models using Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp. Assist in the coordination of information across multidisciplinary teams. Work closely with architects, consultants, and contractors throughout all phases of project delivery. Contribute to projects within commercial, education, defence and healthcare sectors, with exposure to complex and regulated environments. Attend site visits and assist with technical queries during construction as required. Skills and Qualifications Degree or HNC/HND in Architectural Technology or a related discipline. Strong experience working within a UK architectural practice. Demonstrable experience supporting projects across multiple RIBA stages. Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Experience within commercial, education, defence or healthcare sectors would be advantageous. Willingness to obtain security clearance for sensitive projects if required. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred. Strong attention to detail, with good communication, coordination, and organisational skills. To apply, please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to

Arden White are currently recruiting for a Commercial Manager with a leading aviation organisation supporting high-value government and defence programmes. This is a critical, commercially focused role where you’ll take ownership of complex contracts within a highly regulated environment. You will lead on contract execution, financial performance, and compliance—working at the centre of major aerospace programmes that directly support national operations. If you have strong experience managing UK government or defence contracts and thrive in a fast-paced, stakeholder-driven environment, this is a standout opportunity. The Opportunity You’ll play a pivotal role in managing the full commercial lifecycle of contracts across aviation services including MRO, training, retrofit, and support programmes. Acting as the key commercial interface with government customers, you will ensure contracts are delivered in line with regulatory frameworks, financial targets, and operational objectives. Key Responsibilities • Lead the commercial and contractual management of government and defence contracts, • Own the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including deliverables, milestones, cash flow, and profitability, • Act as the primary commercial point of contact for government customers, • Lead contract negotiations, amendments, and change orders, • Manage and optimise allowable costs, contract profit rates (CPR), and financial performance, • Support complex bid activity, including terms and conditions negotiation and contract setup, • Work cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Finance, • Identify and mitigate commercial risks within a regulated framework, • Contribute to the continuous improvement of contract management processes and compliance practices What We’re Looking For • Degree in Business, Law, or a related discipline, • Proven experience in commercial or contract management within defence, aerospace, or a regulated industry, • Strong working knowledge of SSRO / SSCR frameworks and UK government contracting, • Demonstrable experience managing complex, high-value contracts (typically £5M+), • Strong background in contract negotiation and financial analysis, • Ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities simultaneously, • Excellent stakeholder management skills, including experience working with government customers, • High level of attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset, • Advanced skills in Excel, reporting, and commercial analysis tools Desirable Experience • Understanding of aviation, aerospace, or defence operations, • Knowledge of UK procurement processes, • Experience improving reporting processes or developing tools (e.g. VBA, automation) Additional Requirements • Ability to obtain security clearance, • Willingness to travel occasionally (UK and internationally), • Right to work in the UK Why Apply? • Work on strategically important government aviation programmes, • High level of commercial ownership and influence, • Exposure to senior stakeholders and complex contract environments, • Join a forward-thinking organisation with strong growth and long-term opportunities Apply Now If you’re a commercially driven professional looking to make an impact in the aviation and defence sector, we want to hear from you. If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply. Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company. Due to the high volume of applications, we’re unable to respond to everyone individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately you’ve not been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities.

We’re partnering with an early-stage, venture-backed deep tech company developing advanced imaging and deployable hardware systems. As they scale, they’re looking to hire a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of the mechanical architecture across their core product lines. This is a key, high-impact role suited to someone who thrives in a startup environment and wants to combine hands-on engineering with technical leadership. The Role As the lead for mechanical design, you will drive the development of precision hardware systems from concept through to deployment. You’ll play a central role in shaping both the product and the engineering approach, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across embedded, systems, and test. Requirements • Strong experience in mechanical design and product development, ideally within high-performance or ruggedised systems, • Proven ability to take products from concept through to prototype and deployment, • Experience designing for challenging environments (e.g. UAVs, aerospace, defence, or field systems), • Proficiency in CAD (e.g. SolidWorks or similar), • Hands-on approach, with experience in prototyping, testing, and iteration, • PhD or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Physics, or a related discipline Apply now or contact Gemma for more information

About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have a brand-new opportunity for an Associate / Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Operational Assets team based in our Oxford office. Are you passionate about existing buildings? Do you thrive when challenged to design unique and pragmatic solutions to operational and performance issues? Are you interested in using real-time data to better understand buildings and drive towards a net zero future? It's an exciting time to join our newly formed Operational Assets team, merging the skillsets of property consultants, design engineers and data-led building performance engineers to provide a rounded and reliable service to our clients, creating value through building lifecycles. We embed ourselves within a client team and their assets, setting the roadmap to a more sustainable future, and joining them on the journey from concept to implementation and operation. More and more, asset owners require a holistic suite of services to identify improvements, design the solutions while minimising disruption, manage the implementation and monitor the impact. Hoare Lea have all the tools to provide this service - and more - to our clients, and now we are looking to grow our Operational Assets team to meet market demand. We have a proven track record working within the Residential, Commercial and Healthcare sectors. Working alongside a range of specialists, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Secure new projects and service both existing and new clients while assisting the regional lead in effectively planning the specialist delivery of the Operational Assets group., • Particular focus on work delivery, organisational support and team growth is required to support local and regional clients., • Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities providing supervision and guidance to team members and other staff., • Work cooperatively with other teams to deliver a wide variety of Projects with Team Leaders meeting regularly to discuss workload and other management issues., • Help, recruit, train and develop team members and their careers to ensure ongoing succession and growth of the Practice., • Undertake own design, specification and site monitoring etc., • Monitor commissioning and conduct post-occupancy engineering services activities., • Write technical reports i.e: feasibility, issue investigation, condition surveys etc., • Liaise with clients (commercial and project management awareness). What You’ll Be Doing You will be working on a varied portfolio of frameworks and projects which are predominantly UK-based but with some overseas opportunities. You will take the lead and deliver on small projects up to the value of a few £million and provide technical support to end users, Landlords, management agents, project managers and the like. The 3 key areas that we work across in Operational Assets include providing the following services for our clients. • Decarbonisation, performance improvements and energy reduction – focus on projects that reduce energy consumption of existing buildings, improve performance for the occupants and achieve client decarbonisation / net zero targets. Applying a pragmatic approach and use of emerging technologies, from strategic roadmaps to implementation., • Design – Specialising in challenging existing buildings across all RIBA stages. This involves creative and innovative design solutions to enhance and transform existing buildings, ensuring the building services meet current needs and standards. You will be involved in conceptualising and implementing design strategies, working closely with clients and project teams to deliver high-quality and sustainable designs., • Property consultancy – providing a suite of consultancy services to the property market to assist the property management, operation and transaction processes. Services include:, • Technical due diligence reports – vendors and pre-acquisition, • Dilapidations surveys, • Planned preventative maintenance reports, • Licence to Alter, • Maintenance inspections of buildings,, • Validations management, • Asset registers,, • Troubleshooting,, • Energy optimisation surveys,, • EPCs. Projects span across all sectors including Commercial Offices, Retail, Residential, Education, Healthcare, MoJ, Defence, Heritage, Industrial and Technology. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Qualified design engineer (chartered status or working towards)., • Experience working on projects in existing buildings (refurbishment and fit-out)., • Excellent written and spoken English skills., • Strong knowledge of data and metering., • Experience with performance specification and detailed design work, contract administration and site duties., • Experience in Building Services collectively (all-rounder)., • Willingness and Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline and good understanding of the secondary engineering discipline., • Comfortable with UK and applicable EU regulations, design guides, etc., • Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines., • Able to develop effective relationships with well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills., • Proven track record in work winning and building successful teams. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

INITION has developed a patented technology that changes how battery electrodes are made. You will take our proprietary production system through its next critical engineering phase-solving complex technical challenges and scaling it to full commercial readiness. This is not a role where you inherit someone else's roadmap. You will own it. You will define the engineering programme, solve the hard problems, and build the team around you. You will be the founding Head of Mechanical Engineering for a capability that does not yet exist anywhere in the world at commercial scale. The Role This is a builder-leader role for a senior engineer who has developed separate production systems to their full potential and integrated them into a single, functional production machine. You will maintain a full vision of the system architecture while developing each subsystem - technically authoritative, hands-on where it counts, and simultaneously founding the engineering team that takes the technology to full commercial readiness. Key Responsibilities • Take full technical ownership of delivering INITION's first pilot proprietary 3D electrode production system, • Take technical ownership of INITION's separate production systems, improving each to the level required and integrating them into a single, functional prototype electrode production machine, • Define and drive the engineering roadmap from current development stage through to a robust, commercially viable production system, • Apply rigorous engineering discipline across mechanical design, process control, automation, and systems integration Building the Engineering Team, Founding Responsibility • Define INITION's production engineering function from the ground up: structure, roles, tools, standards, and culture with the founders, • Recruit and onboard hands-on engineers capable of working at the frontier of a novel production technology, • Establish the engineering processes and documentation practices that will scale with the company through each commercialisation phase, • Be the kind of technical leader that exceptional engineers want to follow - credible, hands-on, and invested in their growth Materials & Process Integration • Work at the interface of mechanical engineering and materials science - understanding how production process decisions affect electrode structure and performance, • Collaborate with the electrochemistry team to ensure the production system consistently delivers against performance targets, • Ensure machine development and materials science advance in lockstep IP & Technical Governance • Protect and strengthen INITION's patent position throughout the engineering development process — the production system is the IP, • Work with IP counsel to ensure all engineering decisions reinforce the company's proprietary position, • Maintain rigorous technical documentation to support investor due diligence and future commercial discussions What We're Looking For Essential • 10 years of experience demonstrable to take this position., • Proven track record of improving separate production systems and integrating them into a single, functional special purpose machine - you have done both the subsystem development and the whole-system integration work, • Strong engineering foundation across machine design, process control, automation, and systems integration, • Experience building or leading an engineering team, ideally in a startup, scale-up, or advanced manufacturing environment, • Hands-on and technically authoritative Sufficient understanding of materials processing to work at the interface of machine development, performance and production output, • Rigorous approach to engineering documentation, IP, and technical governance You May Come From We are not looking for a specific industry background. The right candidate may come from: • Semiconductor or electronics manufacturing, • Paper / packaging manufacturing, • Plastic extrusion / membrane production systems, • Medical devices or precision instruments, • Aerospace components or advanced materials, • Printed electronics or advanced coatings, • Fuel cells or electrochemical systems, • Precision optics, photonics, or micro-fabrication, • Any precision manufacturing environment where process consistency and structured production are critical Highly Desirable • Background in battery, fuel cell, or electrochemical manufacturing equipment, • Experience with precision coating, structured deposition, extrusion, or roll-to-roll processing, • Prior Head of Engineering, Chief Engineer, or equivalent founding engineering leadership in a deep-tech startup or scale-up, • Experience with defence or subsea qualification requirements for production systems, • Experience designing and building special purpose machinery based on novel technology Compensation & EquityBase Salary £85,000 – £95,000, reflecting the pre-Series A stage, the package is designed to compensate through equity and a contractual step-up on funding. Salary Step-Up Contractual commitment to a salary review on Series A close, targeting £120,000 – £140,000. We don't work with hiring companies, if any send a CV it will be considered free of charge

An innovative engineering organisation operating in advanced and challenging environments is seeking an Electronics Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and validation of electronic systems used in space or other harsh environments. This role is well suited to an engineer with at least 2 years’ industry experience who enjoys hands-on electronics work, rigorous testing, and working to high reliability and quality standards. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and support electronic circuits and assemblies for use in harsh or mission‑critical environments, • Assist with schematic capture, PCB design support, component selection, and design reviews, • Carry out laboratory testing, debugging, and fault-finding of electronic hardware, • Use electronic measurement and test equipment to validate designs and investigate issues, • Support environmental, qualification, and acceptance testing (thermal, vibration, radiation, etc.), • Contribute to documentation including test procedures, reports, and design records, • Work closely with systems, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams, • Support continuous improvement of designs, processes, and test methods Required Skills & Experience Essential: • Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Electronics Engineer or similar role, • Experience working on electronics for space, aerospace, defence, automotive, or other harsh environments, • Strong understanding of analogue and/or digital electronics, • Hands-on experience using electrical measurement and test tools, such as:, • Oscilloscopes, • Multimeters, • Logic analysers, • Power supplies and signal generators, • Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation, • Practical, methodical approach to troubleshooting and fault diagnosis, • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and reliability Desirable: • Experience supporting products through environmental or qualification testing, • Knowledge of EMC, signal integrity, or power electronics, • Familiarity with high-reliability components and design practices, • Experience working to regulated or safety‑critical standards, • Degree or equivalent qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline What’s on Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, high-reliability electronics, • Exposure to full product lifecycle from concept through test and deployment How to Apply Apply via LinkedIn or contact the recruiter for a confidential discussion about the role and wider engineering team.

Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer Operational Assets - Oxford About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have a brand-new opportunity for a Principal or Associate Electrical Engineer to join our Operational Assets team based in our Oxford office. Are you passionate about existing buildings? Do you thrive when challenged to design unique and pragmatic solutions to operational and performance issues? Are you interested in using real-time data to better understand buildings and drive towards a net zero future? It's an exciting time to join our newly formed Operational Assets team, merging the skillsets of property consultants, design engineers and data-led building performance engineers to provide a rounded and reliable service to our clients, creating value through building lifecycles. We embed ourselves within a client team and their assets, setting the roadmap to a more sustainable future, and joining them on the journey from concept to implementation and operation. More and more, asset owners require a holistic suite of services to identify improvements, design the solutions while minimising disruption, manage the implementation and monitor the impact. Hoare Lea have all the tools to provide this service - and more - to our clients, and now we are looking to grow our Operational Assets team to meet market demand. We have a proven track record working within the Residential, Commercial and Healthcare sectors. Working alongside a range of specialists, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do. Previous experience in the Science & Research sector is required for this position, as it is the primary focus of our Oxford Office and a stream of work we will be involved with. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Secure new projects and service both existing and new clients while assisting the regional lead in effectively planning the specialist delivery of the Operational Assets group., • Particular focus on work delivery, organisational support and team growth is required to support local and regional clients., • Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities providing supervision and guidance to team members and other staff., • Work cooperatively with other teams to deliver a wide variety of Projects with Team Leaders meeting regularly to discuss workload and other management issues., • Help, recruit, train and develop team members and their careers to ensure ongoing succession and growth of the Practice., • Undertake own design, specification and site monitoring etc., • Monitor commissioning and conduct post-occupancy engineering services activities., • Write technical reports i.e: feasibility, issue investigation, condition surveys etc., • Liaise with clients (commercial and project management awareness). What You’ll Be Doing You will be working on a varied portfolio of frameworks and projects which are predominantly UK-based but with some overseas opportunities. You will take the lead and deliver on small projects up to the value of a few £million and provide technical support to end users, Landlords, management agents, project managers and the like. The 3 key areas that we work across in Operational Assets include providing the following services for our clients. 1. Decarbonisation, performance improvements and energy reduction – focus on projects that reduce energy consumption of existing buildings, improve performance for the occupants and achieve client decarbonisation / net zero targets. Applying a pragmatic approach and use of emerging technologies, from strategic roadmaps to implementation., 2. Design – Specialising in challenging existing buildings across all RIBA stages. This involves creative and innovative design solutions to enhance and transform existing buildings, ensuring the building services meet current needs and standards. You will be involved in conceptualising and implementing design strategies, working closely with clients and project teams to deliver high-quality and sustainable designs., 3. Property consultancy – providing a suite of consultancy services to the property market to assist the property management, operation and transaction processes. Services include: • Technical due diligence reports – vendors and pre-acquisition, • Dilapidations surveys, • Planned preventative maintenance reports, • Licence to Alter, • Maintenance inspections of buildings,, • Validations management, • Asset registers,, • Troubleshooting,, • Energy optimisation surveys,, • EPCs. Projects span across all sectors including Commercial Offices, Retail, Residential, Education, Healthcare, MoJ, Defence, Heritage, Industrial and Technology. Previous experience in the Science & Research sector is required for this position. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Qualified design engineer (chartered status or working towards)., • Experience working on projects in existing buildings (refurbishment and fit-out)., • Excellent written and spoken English skills., • Strong knowledge of data and metering., • Experience with performance specification and detailed design work, contract administration and site duties., • Experience in Building Services collectively (all-rounder)., • Willingness and Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline and good understanding of the secondary engineering discipline., • Comfortable with UK and applicable EU regulations, design guides, etc., • Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines., • Able to develop effective relationships with well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills., • Proven track record in work winning and building successful teams. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more. Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

Job Title: Electrical Harness Technician Location: On-site (Oxford-based) Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week Sector: Electric Vehicle Powertrain Conversion About US: One of the world’s leading independent EV powertrain and vehicle integration specialists. We design powertrains, body control and full-vehicle software and wiring for new cars, for Defence applications and for the conversion of classic cars to electric drive. Based in Oxford, we pride ourselves on high standards of craftsmanship, engineering excellence, and environmental responsibility. Role Overview We are seeking a talented and detail-driven Electrical Harness Technician to join our dynamic and passionate Electrical Department. You’ll be instrumental in delivering the electrical backbone of our world-class EV conversions. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to be part of a forward-thinking company at the forefront of EV innovation. As an Electrical Harness Technician, you will be responsible for the manufacture, assembly, and testing of bespoke electrical harnesses to the highest standards. Working in close collaboration with our design and engineering teams, your work will directly contribute to the performance and reliability of our EV conversions Key Responsibilities We’re looking for a self-motivated team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude. The ideal candidate will be: • Experienced in crimping, soldering and harness assembly skills using high-specification components., • Strong understanding of electrical schematics and harness layout drawings., • Highly organised, and delivery focused, with a meticulous attention to detail., • Skilled in multitasking and prioritising workloads under pressure., • Excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for problem solving and implementing solutions with an analytical approach., • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workshop area. Requirements • 5 GCSE's grade 9 – 4 (A*- C) including Maths, English and IT as a minimum, • A good work ethic, willingness to learn new skills, proactive and punctual, • Team spirit, creativity, sense of responsibility, • Computer literate, including Microsoft Office competency, • Able to travel daily to our base in Kidlington, • Basic understanding of workshop safety and physically able to carry out manual tasks, • Previous experience or knowledge of the motor industry or motorsport is desirable Benefits: • 20 days annual holiday plus Bank Holidays, • Opportunity to work in an exciting and innovative EV sector, • Supportive team environment, • On-the-job learning If you're energetic, enthusiastic and want to be part of a passionate, growing team, we’d love to hear from you. How to Apply Please email your CV to

Role: Systems Engineer (SysML, MBSE, aerospace & Defence, SC) Location: Remote (with occasional travel to London HQ) Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time Department: Engineering Reporting To: Head of Engineering Compensation: (DoE) About the Opportunity Our client is building AI and Autonomous Systems — a next-generation safety technology. Launched in 2017, they are a fast-growing start-up working at the forefront of AI, robotics, and safety-critical systems, with a strong focus on innovation and real-world impact. Working Culture Our client operates with the pace and ambition of a high-growth start-up. They are building something meaningful and are looking for individuals who are energised by that journey. This environment will suit someone who: • Enjoys taking ownership, • Is comfortable wearing multiple hats, • Learns quickly and adapts to change, • Is willing to go beyond core hours when needed to maintain momentum The team is driven by building, solving complex problems, and moving quickly together. Collaboration and adaptability are key, and individuals are expected to bring curiosity, commitment, and a strong team mindset. The Role Our client is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their engineering team, working on cutting-edge assurance systems for AI and robotics applications, initially focused on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). In this role, you will play a key part in: • Shaping system architecture, • Supporting software design, • Managing engineering lifecycle activities, • Contributing to the development of safety-critical solutions This is an opportunity to work on technologies that are shaping the future of AI and robotics safety, within a highly innovative environment. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop system architectures, particularly for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including embedded software, safety, and ML engineers to ensure cohesive system integration., • Conduct system-level analysis, trade-off studies, and risk assessments to meet safety, performance, and regulatory requirements., • Define and maintain system-level requirements, interfaces, and specifications in line with industry standards., • Oversee implementation, integration, and verification of system components., • Manage the systems engineering lifecycle from planning through to validation, verification (V&V), and customer acceptance., • Contribute to improving systems engineering processes, tools, and methodologies. Key Skills & Experience • Degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field., • Experience in systems architecture and design within complex, safety-critical environments — ideally in the UAS domain., • Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies such as MBSE, SysML, and DoDAF., • Understanding of software and hardware architecture, real-time systems, and embedded systems design., • Experience with safety-critical standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, ARP4761)., • Familiarity with UAS regulations and standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, ICAO)., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Excellent communication and ability to collaborate across teams. About the Technology Our client’s software enables the assured and trustworthy deployment of both deterministic autonomy and AI-driven control methods — without reliance on data or communication links. Their initial focus is on autonomous systems within aerospace and land-based environments, developing solutions that are: • Future-focused, • Compliance-ready, • Built for safety-critical applications

INITION has developed a patented technology that changes how battery electrodes are made. You will take our proprietary production system through its next critical engineering phase-solving complex technical challenges and scaling it to full commercial readiness. This is not a role where you inherit someone else's roadmap. You will own it. You will define the engineering programme, solve the hard problems, and build the team around you. You will be the founding Head of Mechanical Engineering for a capability that does not yet exist anywhere in the world at commercial scale. The Role This is a builder-leader role for a senior engineer who has developed separate production systems to their full potential and integrated them into a single, functional production machine. You will maintain a full vision of the system architecture while developing each subsystem - technically authoritative, hands-on where it counts, and simultaneously founding the engineering team that takes the technology to full commercial readiness. Key Responsibilities • Take full technical ownership of delivering INITION's first pilot proprietary 3D electrode production system, • Take technical ownership of INITION's separate production systems, improving each to the level required and integrating them into a single, functional prototype electrode production machine, • Define and drive the engineering roadmap from current development stage through to a robust, commercially viable production system, • Apply rigorous engineering discipline across mechanical design, process control, automation, and systems integration Building the Engineering Team, Founding Responsibility • Define INITION's production engineering function from the ground up: structure, roles, tools, standards, and culture with the founders, • Recruit and onboard hands-on engineers capable of working at the frontier of a novel production technology, • Establish the engineering processes and documentation practices that will scale with the company through each commercialisation phase, • Be the kind of technical leader that exceptional engineers want to follow - credible, hands-on, and invested in their growth Materials & Process Integration • Work at the interface of mechanical engineering and materials science - understanding how production process decisions affect electrode structure and performance, • Collaborate with the electrochemistry team to ensure the production system consistently delivers against performance targets, • Ensure machine development and materials science advance in lockstep IP & Technical Governance • Protect and strengthen INITION's patent position throughout the engineering development process — the production system is the IP, • Work with IP counsel to ensure all engineering decisions reinforce the company's proprietary position, • Maintain rigorous technical documentation to support investor due diligence and future commercial discussions What We're Looking For Essential • 10 years of experience demonstrable to take this position., • Proven track record of improving separate production systems and integrating them into a single, functional special purpose machine - you have done both the subsystem development and the whole-system integration work, • Strong engineering foundation across machine design, process control, automation, and systems integration, • Experience building or leading an engineering team, ideally in a startup, scale-up, or advanced manufacturing environment, • Hands-on and technically authoritative Sufficient understanding of materials processing to work at the interface of machine development, performance and production output, • Rigorous approach to engineering documentation, IP, and technical governance You May Come From We are not looking for a specific industry background. The right candidate may come from: • Semiconductor or electronics manufacturing, • Paper / packaging manufacturing, • Plastic extrusion / membrane production systems, • Medical devices or precision instruments, • Aerospace components or advanced materials, • Printed electronics or advanced coatings, • Fuel cells or electrochemical systems, • Precision optics, photonics, or micro-fabrication, • Any precision manufacturing environment where process consistency and structured production are critical Highly Desirable • Background in battery, fuel cell, or electrochemical manufacturing equipment, • Experience with precision coating, structured deposition, extrusion, or roll-to-roll processing, • Prior Head of Engineering, Chief Engineer, or equivalent founding engineering leadership in a deep-tech startup or scale-up, • Experience with defence or subsea qualification requirements for production systems, • Experience designing and building special purpose machinery based on novel technology Compensation & EquityBase Salary £85,000 – £95,000, reflecting the pre-Series A stage, the package is designed to compensate through equity and a contractual step-up on funding. Salary Step-Up Contractual commitment to a salary review on Series A close, targeting £120,000 – £140,000. We don't work with hiring companies, if any send a CV it will be considered free of charge

A fast-growing, highly regulated technology-driven organization operating in the healthcare and life sciences sector. The company is focused on developing innovative, next-generation solutions that improve patient outcomes and transform clinical practice. As the organization scales and advances toward critical regulatory and commercial milestones, it is seeking an experienced quality professional to strengthen and manage its supplier quality and compliance activities. Responsibilities • Supplier Quality Management: Own and manage the supplier quality program, including onboarding, evaluation, performance monitoring, and ongoing compliance., • Supplier Auditing: Plan and conduct supplier audits (remote and on-site), including international travel where required., • Corrective & Preventive Actions: Lead supplier corrective action requests (SCARs), manage CAPAs, and ensure timely and effective resolution of quality issues., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to support supplier selection, design-for-manufacture activities, and process improvements., • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supplier-related risks through audits, validation activities, and continuous monitoring., • Design & Manufacturing Support: Contribute quality engineering input throughout product development, including design reviews, tolerances, specifications, and manufacturability assessments., • Regulatory & Compliance Support: Ensure supplier processes comply with applicable regulatory and quality standards and support internal and external audits and inspections., • Process Validation & Capability: Support supplier process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and capability studies (e.g., Cp/Cpk) to ensure consistent quality output., • Reporting & Insights: Track quality metrics and supplier performance trends, providing clear and actionable insights to senior stakeholders., • On-Site Oversight: Where necessary, work temporarily at supplier facilities to oversee quality activities and resolve critical issues. Qualifications and Skills • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline., • Supplier Quality Experience: Proven experience managing supplier quality within a highly regulated industry (e.g., medical devices, healthcare, aerospace, defence)., • Auditing Expertise: Strong background in external supplier auditing and quality agreement management., • Quality Systems Knowledge: Solid understanding of quality management systems, regulatory requirements, and manufacturing processes., • Technical Interpretation: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and technical specifications., • Problem-Solving: Demonstrated experience in root cause analysis, CAPA management, and non-conformance handling., • Process & Manufacturing Insight: Knowledge of manufacturing processes, validation, and supplier capability assessments., • Communication Skills: Clear, confident communicator able to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers., • Flexibility & Travel: Willingness to travel regularly within the UK and internationally., • Desirable Skills: Lead Auditor certification, Six Sigma qualification, and experience with regulated manufacturing environments. Halian Group With over 28 years of experience, we have come to understand that innovation is the only way to provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers. Our resourcing and smart services help you to realize tomorrow’s potential. Discover the amazing things possible when you bring the right people and the right technologies together. At Halian, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients. We are committed to connecting organizations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. By fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, we help our clients drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and better reflect the communities they serve.

About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have a brand-new opportunity for an Associate / Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Operational Assets team based in our Oxford office. Are you passionate about existing buildings? Do you thrive when challenged to design unique and pragmatic solutions to operational and performance issues? Are you interested in using real-time data to better understand buildings and drive towards a net zero future? It's an exciting time to join our newly formed Operational Assets team, merging the skillsets of property consultants, design engineers and data-led building performance engineers to provide a rounded and reliable service to our clients, creating value through building lifecycles. We embed ourselves within a client team and their assets, setting the roadmap to a more sustainable future, and joining them on the journey from concept to implementation and operation. More and more, asset owners require a holistic suite of services to identify improvements, design the solutions while minimising disruption, manage the implementation and monitor the impact. Hoare Lea have all the tools to provide this service - and more - to our clients, and now we are looking to grow our Operational Assets team to meet market demand. We have a proven track record working within the Residential, Commercial and Healthcare sectors. Working alongside a range of specialists, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Secure new projects and service both existing and new clients while assisting the regional lead in effectively planning the specialist delivery of the Operational Assets group., • Particular focus on work delivery, organisational support and team growth is required to support local and regional clients., • Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities providing supervision and guidance to team members and other staff., • Work cooperatively with other teams to deliver a wide variety of Projects with Team Leaders meeting regularly to discuss workload and other management issues., • Help, recruit, train and develop team members and their careers to ensure ongoing succession and growth of the Practice., • Undertake own design, specification and site monitoring etc., • Monitor commissioning and conduct post-occupancy engineering services activities., • Write technical reports i.e: feasibility, issue investigation, condition surveys etc., • Liaise with clients (commercial and project management awareness). What You’ll Be Doing You will be working on a varied portfolio of frameworks and projects which are predominantly UK-based but with some overseas opportunities. You will take the lead and deliver on small projects up to the value of a few £million and provide technical support to end users, Landlords, management agents, project managers and the like. The 3 key areas that we work across in Operational Assets include providing the following services for our clients. • Decarbonisation, performance improvements and energy reduction – focus on projects that reduce energy consumption of existing buildings, improve performance for the occupants and achieve client decarbonisation / net zero targets. Applying a pragmatic approach and use of emerging technologies, from strategic roadmaps to implementation., • Design – Specialising in challenging existing buildings across all RIBA stages. This involves creative and innovative design solutions to enhance and transform existing buildings, ensuring the building services meet current needs and standards. You will be involved in conceptualising and implementing design strategies, working closely with clients and project teams to deliver high-quality and sustainable designs., • Property consultancy – providing a suite of consultancy services to the property market to assist the property management, operation and transaction processes. Services include:, • Technical due diligence reports – vendors and pre-acquisition, • Dilapidations surveys, • Planned preventative maintenance reports, • Licence to Alter, • Maintenance inspections of buildings,, • Validations management, • Asset registers,, • Troubleshooting,, • Energy optimisation surveys,, • EPCs. Projects span across all sectors including Commercial Offices, Retail, Residential, Education, Healthcare, MoJ, Defence, Heritage, Industrial and Technology. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Qualified design engineer (chartered status or working towards)., • Experience working on projects in existing buildings (refurbishment and fit-out)., • Excellent written and spoken English skills., • Strong knowledge of data and metering., • Experience with performance specification and detailed design work, contract administration and site duties., • Experience in Building Services collectively (all-rounder)., • Willingness and Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline and good understanding of the secondary engineering discipline., • Comfortable with UK and applicable EU regulations, design guides, etc., • Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines., • Able to develop effective relationships with well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills., • Proven track record in work winning and building successful teams. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

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Commercial Estimating Engineer, OX14, Abingdon, Oxford. £40,000 - £50,000 * Commercial Engineer, Costing Engineer, Estimator, Commercial Manager, Estimating Engineer or similar. Are you an engineer looking for a step into a commercially focused role. * Highly suited to an apprentice trained engineer, machinist, project engineer, mechanical engineer or someone coming from a technical background. * Newly created role due to company success and growth. * You will be responsible for evaluating customer requirements and producing technical quotations. Low volume but bespoke engineering and higher value projects – working for Aerospace & Defence customers. * Based within the Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Wantage area able to commute into the office. This Commercial Estimating Engineer job will suit: * A Commercial Engineer, Costing Engineer, Commercial Manager, Estimating Engineer or similar. Highly suited to a technical professional looking to pivot into a commercial / office type of environment. * Confident dealing with customers and other stakeholders – good communication skills will be key. * A good technical understanding of Machining and Precision Engineering – any exposure to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing will be a bonus. * Apprentice trained engineer or a background in Mechanical Engineering. * Knowledge or the ability to produce technical quotations, es...

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About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be joining a family-feel Main Contractor who has 5 offices across the UK. This office is based in Oxford with a turnover of approximately £60m. However, turnover isn't their core priority. Instead, they focus on sustaining success and incremental growth by being very risk adverse. They cover a range of sectors such as education, labs, student accommodations, retail, healthcare and defence. Their projects are valued up to £30m, predominately under JCT D&B or Trad. Key Responsibilities of Senior Quantity Surveyor Include but not limited to: Managing the upstream process from procurement to final accounts Take full commercial responsibility for projects Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Prepare and manage detailed cost plans, budgets and forecasts Lead the procurement of subcontractor packages Manage and mentor Assistant/Trainee Quantity Surveyors Key Requirements of Senior Quantity Surveyor This company are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor that will align with their family culture and values. Experience leading projects valued up to £20m Live within commutable distance to Oxford Minimum 7 years of quantity surveying experience at a Main ContractorWhat's on offer: Salary of up to £90k + Package Path for career progression Bonuses Collaborative environment and friendly team ...

Low volume but bespoke engineering and higher value projects working for Aerospace & Defence customers.

Morson Edge are recruiting for a Cleaner to join a leading defence engineering organisation based in Oxford.This is a key role supporting the smooth and safe operation of the site, ensuring high standards of cleanliness across hangar and workshop areas while also assisting with deliveries and collec

Senior AIT Technician - Space Industry Location: Oxfordshire Type: Contract, On site Contract Type: Inside IR35 An established space industry organisation is seeking a Senior AIT Technician to support the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced space hardware. Key Responsibilities: Mechanical and electrical assembly and integration Wiring, cable harnessing, soldering, and rework Reading and working from technical drawings and schematics Testing, fault-finding, and issue troubleshooting Completing technical documentation and test records Maintaining cleanroom and ESD-safe working environments Supporting continuous improvement activitiesRequirements: ONC/HNC/NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent experience) in Engineering 5-10 years' experience in assembly, integration, or test (aerospace, space, defence, or electronics preferred) Strong hands-on electrical skills Ability to work independently with high attention to detail Knowledge of ESD, cleanroom, and health & safety practices Fibre optics experience desirableAdditional Information: BPSS security clearance required (right to work, ID, employment history, basic DBS)This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge space programmes within a growing UK-based team...

Manual Machinist / Skilled Turner Required Location: Abingdon Job Type: Full Time - Permanent Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum We are looking for a time-served Manual Machinist / Turner to join our client's skilled machine shop. If you take pride in precision engineering & manufacturing, enjoy working on manual machines, and have a high standard of workmanship, this may be of interest to you. Key Duties Operate and set up manual centre lathes to produce high-quality, precision components Perform turning, milling, and fitting operations to tight tolerances Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately Measure and inspect finished parts using precision tools to ensure they meet quality standards Maintain machines and equipment to ensure optimum performance and reliability Requirements Time-served Turner or Toolmaker with proven manual machining experience Strong proficiency in setting up and operating manual centre lathes Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Competent in precision measurement and inspection techniques Solid understanding of machining processes, tooling, and materials Responsible approach to machine maintenance and workplace safety Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills Proactive, organised, and a positive team player with a can-do attitude Relevant technical qualifications or apprenticeships are advantageous. Desire to learn new skills, including CNC machining. What We Offer Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience Overtime available Opportunity to work on challenging and interesting components Supportive team environment that values craftsmanship and experience Free onsite parking 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays If you are a skilled manual machinist who takes real pride in producing accurate, high-quality work, we'd love to receive your application. For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on 01453 829789 or send a copy of your CV to Candidates who are currently a CNC machinist, Toolmaker, Manual Turner or Deburrer may be suitable for this role. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors. TPBN1_UKTJ

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Senior Applied Machine Learning / Computer Vision Engineer Oxford - hybrid working c£90-130k DoE + Equity We're seeking a Senior Applied Machine Learning / Computer Vision Engineer to develop and deploy machine learning models for a cutting-edge multi-camera perception system. This is an opportunity to build real-world AI systems from first principles, combining research-level work with deployment and impact, with freedom to explore and contribute to publishable work. Founded in 2024 with a recently closed multi £million seed funding round, the business has a high-growth strategy that looks towards a series A in 18 months. Their technology is a real-time, high-resolution passive 3D sensor based on AI and multi-stereoscopy. For both defence and civilian use, the technology focuses on real-time 3D for supporting autonomous vehicles (UGV, UAV, USV), robotics and other such systems. Working closely with the AI Lead and CTO, you will take ownership of turning advanced models into robust, real-world components - from training pipelines through to deployment on edge systems. The Senior ML/CV Engineer role combines hands-on engineering with applied research, with opportunities to contribute to s...

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An exciting opportunity for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy delivering innovative design solutions across sectors including commercial, education, defence and residential. You’ll join a collaborative engineering team working on a wide variety of projects while developing your technical skills and progressing towards Chartered Engineer status. What You'll Be Doing • Supporting the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems, • Assisting with technical drawings, specifications and reports, • Contributing to cost-effective engineering solutions, • Supporting tender reviews and project documentation, • Participating in site visits, inspections and commissioning, • Assisting with energy strategies and sustainable mechanical designs, • Working with AutoCAD and Revit, • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients What We're Looking For • Degree or Master’s in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering, • Working towards Chartered Engineer status, • Experience using AutoCAD and Revit, • Knowledge of building regulations, CIBSE guides and industry standards, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle What You’ll Get • Flexible and hybrid working, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Competitive salary with regular reviews, • Company pension scheme, • Health cash plan, • Professional membership support, • Mentoring and career development, • Cycle to work scheme, • Paid volunteering days, • Team social events and wellbeing initiatives Applications from candidates who don’t meet every requirement are still encouraged.

Embedded Software & Hardware Q&A TEST ENGINEER Location: Oxfordshire, UK site (3 days in office - Hybrid) Compensation: DOE (£50-60k) Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time Department: Engineering (Reporting to CTO) PLEASE NOTE: this role requires a combination of Software and Hardware experience, with a background in embedded systems for physical electronic products in sectors like aerospace, defence, automotive. (If you are a Q&A tester for tech apps used in sectors like banking or finance, this would likely not be a fit for you.) Our client working in the Autonomous space, building the Trust Layer for Physical AI and Autonomous Systems. The next generation of safety-tech that will unlock the true benefits of AI. The current project is working on these systems for Drone and UAV tech. 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You will play a vital role in developing the safety-critical embedded software components that ensure the safe and reliable operation of solutions. Our client offers a competitive compensation package, benefits, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies like UAV and Drone tech that will help shape the future of AI and robotics safety in these fields. Responsibilities • Lead the design, development, and implementation of embedded software for the business, 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 platforms., • Integration of different performance testing techniques across multiple types of simulation (gazebo sim, rosbag)., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, systems architects, and AI/ML experts, to integrate embedded software components seamlessly into the overall system., • Participate in code reviews, performance optimisations, and thorough testing (unit, integration, and system-level) to maintain the highest quality standards., • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the team's software development processes, tooling, and methodologies. 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Benefits • Salary sacrifice pension with a 5% matched company contribution., • Generous Holiday allowance, • EV Car Scheme., • Cycle to Work Scheme., • More exciting benefits to come as they grow. About the client Their software enables assured, trustworthy deployment of both traditional deterministic autonomy and AI or novel control methods, in any application, for the first time. They do this with no need for data or communications links, and begin the journey by applying their tech to autonomous systems in the aerospace and land domains. Their products are future-focused, compliance-ready & built for safety-critical environments.

🚀 Senior AIT Technician (Contract) 🚀 3 months | Inside IR35 | On-site 🔧 The Role A leading organisation in the space technology sector is seeking a Senior AIT Technician to support the assembly, integration and test of satellite systems and space-based hardware. This is a hands-on interim role supporting active space programmes, working within a highly skilled engineering team to deliver critical build and test activities on time and to the highest quality standards. 💡 Key Focus Areas • Mechanical and electrical assembly and integration of satellite sub-systems and flight hardware, • Wiring, harnessing and connector terminations to IPC-A-610 / IPC-A-620 standards, • Soldering and rework activities to IPC J-STD-001, • Execution of functional testing and accurate recording of test data, • Fault finding and troubleshooting at component and system level, • Working from engineering drawings, schematics and build instructions, • Maintaining cleanroom, ESD and quality compliance standards, • Supporting efficient delivery across live programme schedules 🧠 What We’re Looking For • 5–10+ years’ hands-on experience in AIT, electronics assembly or test roles within space, aerospace or defence, • Strong practical experience in wiring, soldering, harnessing and integration, • Solid understanding of IPC standards (A-610, A-620, J-STD-001), • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, • Experience with test equipment (DVMs, oscilloscopes, etc.), • Experience working in cleanroom / ESD-controlled environments 📌 The Details • Contract Length: 3 months with strong potential for extension, • Location: Harwell, Oxfordshire - On-site role, • Rate: £300 per day (Inside IR35), • Start: ASAP, • Clearance: BPSS required before start

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This is a part-time role (~10 hours/week) with office presence required at least 3 days/week, plus occasional flexibility for additional hours during busy periods. We are looking for a part-time Office Coordinator join our growing defence AI company in central Oxford, ensuring the smooth day-to-day

Implement and maintain secure, scalable IT and cloud infrastructure; support rollout of Microsoft security ecosystem (Defender, Intune, Entra, Purview, etc. Administer and support Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure), internal tools (Slack, Docker, etc. Experience in te

Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) Central and Wessex region are looking for a dynamic, organised and efficient Band 5 Practice Nurse to work within our Primary Health Care team at Benson Combined Medical Centre. Band 5 Practice Nurse Primary Healthcare. Provide specialist high‑quality person‑cen

Previous experience in supply chain, logistics, procurement, or material management roles. We are seeking proactive and detail‑oriented Supply Chain Analysts to join our team supporting key Defence & Space operations in the UK. As a Supply Chain Analyst, you will act as a critical interface betwee

Capgemini Engineering is seeking proactive Supply Chain Analysts to support Defence & Space operations in the UK. Key qualifications include SAP MM proficiency, advanced Excel skills, and experience in supply chain roles.

IT, cloud infrastructure and security with potential to grow into security leadership. DEFSTAN‑aligned environments); help maintain diverse assets globally (Linux, Windows, Mac), security control policies and procedures, continuous security improvements. Work with engineering teams to deliver secu

Arden White are currently recruiting for a Commercial Manager with a leading aviation organisation supporting high-value government and defence programmes.This is a critical, commercially focused role where you’ll take ownership of complex contracts within a highly regulated environment.You will l

Lupos Global Limited is a technical recruitment consultancy providing opportunities in the Engineering/Defence, Aerospace & Aviation sectors worldwide.We have a requirement for UK CAA B1.B2 Engineers (Helicopters) to work at Oxford Airport, Oxfordshire, England.Positions are permanent and based with

A leading technology firm in the UK is looking for a talented UI/UX Designer to join their innovative team.The role focuses on designing and building efficient prototypes, leveraging tools like React and AI-assisted development.You will collaborate closely with the CTO and business leads, tackling p

This role involves delivering healthcare services to military personnel and working within a multi-disciplinary team.