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At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation. You Are: You are a motivated and resourceful professional with a passion for sales and technology. Your curiosity is matched by your drive to connect with people, understand their needs, and deliver meaningful solutions. You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to achieve shared goals. Your communication skills are exceptional, allowing you to engage with prospects and colleagues alike, both virtually and in-person. You value continuous learning—whether it’s acquiring new industry knowledge, mastering the latest sales tools, or refining your approach to lead generation. You are comfortable navigating CRM systems, leveraging social media for business development, and using data to inform your strategies. You approach challenges with creativity and resilience, always looking for ways to improve processes and outcomes. Your organisational skills ensure you manage multiple priorities efficiently, and your analytical mindset helps you assess opportunities and contribute to insightful reporting. You believe in the power of teamwork, actively supporting your colleagues and aligning with marketing, sales, and product teams to maximise impact. You are eager to engage with customers at events and tradeshows, representing Synopsys with professionalism and enthusiasm. Above all, you are committed to delivering exceptional customer service and fostering lasting relationships that drive business growth. What You’ll Be Doing: • Supporting lead qualification, routing, and administration processes for Synopsys products in the UK market., • Generating new business opportunities through account-based marketing programmes, including targeted email and calling campaigns., • Following up on prospect enquiries, qualifying leads using sales and technical expertise, and scheduling meetings or demos as needed., • Partnering with Marketing, Sales, Channel, and Product teams to support achievement of sales targets and foster alignment., • Researching and identifying new market opportunities by engaging with prospect accounts and profiling new users., • Engaging current accounts to develop relationship maps, use case opportunities, and expand awareness through direct account engagement and insight tools., • Collaborating on marketing plans and campaigns, ensuring customer engagement and event attendance (webinars, seminars, and tradeshows)., • Maintaining data integrity in CRM systems by updating lead/contact information and providing visibility into market opportunities., • Contributing to efficient and insightful reporting of lead aspects per territory., • Communicating ongoing improvements to prospecting and qualifying lead processes., • Participating in special territory-specific projects and team responsibilities as directed. The Impact You Will Have: • Accelerate the growth of Synopsys’ business by delivering qualified leads to the sales team., • Increase market penetration by identifying and engaging new user profiles and accounts., • Enhance customer satisfaction through timely, knowledgeable responses and proactive engagement., • Drive awareness and adoption of Synopsys products by supporting marketing campaigns and events., • Improve sales and marketing collaboration, ensuring joint goals are met and exceeded., • Provide actionable market intelligence to inform strategic decision-making and territory planning., • Maintain high standards of data integrity, enabling accurate forecasting and reporting., • Contribute to the continuous improvement of lead generation and qualification processes., • Support the expansion of referral networks and educational outreach within target accounts., • Foster a culture of innovation and teamwork within the sales development function. What You’ll Need: • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field OR 4+ years’ experience in an inside sales/sales/presales environment of complex technical products., • Technical aptitude and/or 1 year of experience in an industrial/technical sales environment., • Excellent record of customer service and satisfaction, with proven ability to engage and nurture relationships., • Experience leveraging social media platforms to identify and engage key decision-makers., • Strong telephone etiquette, computer literacy, and familiarity with sales automation tools (e.g., Salesforce.com)., • Understanding of the sales process and ability to qualify opportunities based on predetermined criteria., • Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and the local language., • Ability to travel 5-10% as required for events and customer engagement. Who You Are: • Well-organised, self-directed team player with strong time management and analytical skills., • Proactive, detail-orientated, and able to prioritise and plan work activities efficiently., • Comfortable assessing business opportunities and aligning them with sales objectives., • Skilled at understanding industry issues and applying software value statements to engage prospects., • Creative communicator who can engage with prospective customers using open probes and value propositions., • Resilient and adaptable in fast-changing environments, committed to continuous improvement., • Collaborative and supportive, fostering alignment between sales and marketing teams. The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: You’ll join a dynamic sales development team focused on driving business growth for Synopsys in the UK. This team works closely with field sales, marketing, channel, and product teams, leveraging collective expertise to identify and nurture new opportunities. The culture is collaborative, innovative, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on alignment towards joint goals and continuous process improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in cross-functional projects, engage with diverse accounts, and contribute to impactful campaigns that shape the future of Synopsys in the region. Rewards and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Sheffield About the Company Based in Sheffield, this established engineering business specialises in the design, manufacture, and installation of structural movement control systems and bespoke mechanical solutions for infrastructure projects. The company delivers high-quality engineered products used in bridges, highways, rail, commercial buildings, and large-scale civil engineering projects across the UK and internationally. With in-house design, fabrication, and project delivery capabilities, the organisation is known for producing technically robust, practical solutions that meet demanding structural and environmental performance standards. Projects range from complex steel fabrications to engineered mechanical assemblies that accommodate structural movement, load transfer, and long-term durability in challenging environments. Due to continued growth and project demand, the company is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join its engineering team in Sheffield. Role Overview We are looking for a capable and detail-driven Mechanical Design Engineer (Senior or Lead level considered depending on experience) to support the design and development of bespoke structural and mechanical systems. This role requires strong technical competence, particularly in manual hand calculations, structural mechanics, welding design, and fabrication processes. The successful candidate will take ownership of designs from initial concept through to manufacture, installation, and post-project review — ensuring solutions are safe, efficient, and compliant with relevant standards. This is a hands-on engineering role suited to someone who enjoys practical design challenges and seeing projects through from cradle to grave. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop bespoke mechanical components and structural assemblies from concept through detailed design, manufacture, installation, and post-installation feedback, • Perform detailed hand calculations including: Stress and deflection analysis, Bolted and welded joint design, Load and fatigue assessments, Bearing pressures and structural capacity checks, • Produce and review detailed technical drawings, 3D models, and manufacturing documentation using CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD), • Ensure designs are manufacturable by collaborating closely with in-house fabrication and welding teams, • Apply relevant British and international design standards (BS, EN, Eurocodes, ISO), • Support project managers with technical input during tender, planning, and delivery stages, • Provide technical guidance during installation and resolve on-site engineering queries where required, • Contribute to continuous improvement by incorporating lessons learned into future design iterations, • Ensure full compliance with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards Requirements • Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, • Demonstrable experience in mechanical or structural design engineering, • Strong capability in manual engineering calculations (essential), • Sound understanding of welding design, weld symbols, and fabrication processes (cutting, machining, assembly), • Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred), • Good understanding of materials selection, tolerancing, and manufacturing techniques, • Familiarity with BS, EN, Eurocode, and ISO standards, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, • Strong communication and collaboration abilities Desirable • Experience working on infrastructure, civil engineering, or construction projects, • Familiarity with FEA tools (ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation), • Chartered Engineer status (or working towards), • 5+ years of industry experience (more for Senior/Lead level) What’s on Offer • Opportunity to work on technically challenging, bespoke engineering projects with visible real-world impact, • A collaborative and experienced engineering team environment, • Exposure to full lifecycle engineering, from concept through to site installation, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Clear progression opportunities into Senior or Lead roles, • Professional development support

The Company At Southern Scientific, we're passionate about our work, customers, people, and our culture. We specialise in supplying radiation detection equipment for the Nuclear, Medical, Security, Defence, Industrial & Research, continuously aiming to be the very best by delivering high-quality products and exceptional service at an international level. We were recognised recently when we received the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade as part of the LabLogic Group. Join our collaborative and supportive team at Southern Scientific, where we're committed to our core values of being Passionate and Driven, Accountable, Respectful and Inclusive, fostering a Family Atmosphere, being Efficient, Customer-Focused, and Trustworthy. Here, benefits like our annual Center Parcs trip and race days foster positive working relationships, making Southern Scientific more than just a workplace; it's a rewarding journey in a globally acclaimed organisation. The Role We are seeking a passionate and experienced R&D Engineer to drive products and innovations from prototype to production. In this position, you will be based out of our Sheffield office along with other R&D scientists and engineers both from Southern Scientific and the LabLogic Group. You will be responsible for developing a range of exciting and innovative R&D projects. You will be an essential member of the R&D team, delivering cutting-edge engineering projects, pioneering industry-leading technology, and working in an agile engineering team requiring a multiskilled approach whilst ensuring compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements. You will also attend industry-specific conferences aimed at further developing your knowledge of the industry's ongoing work and the challenges our customers are currently facing that we can assist with. Responsibilities • Execution of technical tasks in a deadline-orientated manner, • Working in partnership with product specialists to define requirements specifications for new products, • Developing and implementing new electronic hardware and embedded firmware solutions in line with product requirements, • Taking ownership of the design and development of new electronic hardware and firmware solutions, working with other team members to manage integration, collaborate on problem-solving and provide mutual peer review, • Carrying out testing and evaluation of all new product developments to ensure robust and comprehensive hardware and firmware solutions, • Carrying out engineering work in line with company procedures based on industry-recognised quality standards, • Supporting other engineers and collaborating to create a cohesive design, • Applying proper project management processes and complete documentary records for safekeeping and traceability The above list is not exhaustive and, as such, you may be required to undertake other duties as appropriate. Requirements Essential • At least five years of relevant industry experience working in a research and development team, • Undergraduate degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Physics, Embedded Systems or equivalent, • Experience in embedded programming using C or a similar programming language, • Experience in electronic/scientific instrumentation design, prototyping and bench testing, • Excellent communication skills and experience working well in a multi-skilled team, • Excellent ability to prioritise tasks and manage time to meet project needs Desirable • Experience with mechanical design and using CAD design tools, • Experience working with STM32/ARM microcontroller systems, • Experience working with SolidWorks CAD software, • Knowledge of nuclear physics concepts and common radiation detector instrumentation design, • Knowledge of IPC standards, • Knowledge of simulation techniques for electronics design, • Full driving license Benefits • You will receive all bank holidays plus 24 days holiday per year (increasing over service) + additional day off over Christmas, • UK team building weekend at Center Parcs for employees and their families to attend, • Social events hosted throughout the year, • Private medical insurance with BUPA, • Scottish Widows pension scheme, • Death in service policy, • On-site gym, • Cycle to work scheme

DevOps / AI Engineer | Global Enterprise Client 3 days on site I’m working with a leading enterprise organisation looking for a skilled DevOps / AI Engineer to join their growing technology team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working across DevOps, automation, and emerging AI/GenAI technologies within a secure, regulated environment. 💼 Role Overview You’ll play a key role in delivering end-to-end software lifecycle solutions—spanning CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, system reliability, and AI-enabled engineering practices. 🔧 Key Responsibilities • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps), • Automate infrastructure using Terraform and Ansible, • Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of systems, • Collaborate with Dev, QA, and Ops teams to streamline releases, • Troubleshoot build, deployment, and infrastructure issues, • Maintain configuration management and documentation (Jira, Confluence), • Ensure compliance with enterprise controls and regulatory standards, • Work independently to deliver high-quality outcomes 🤖 AI / GenAI Focus • Enable and integrate GenAI/LLM tools into DevOps workflows (where approved), • Implement guardrails for responsible AI usage (data handling, access control, logging), • Support observability of AI-enabled systems (latency, cost, quality signals), • Apply best practices around security, governance, and compliance in AI usage 🧠 Core Skills • Scripting: Python, Bash, Shell, • CI/CD: Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, • Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, • IaC: Terraform, Ansible, • Source Control: Git, Bitbucket, • DevSecOps, secrets management, and enterprise compliance, • Strong understanding of LLM concepts (prompting, embeddings, RAG, limitations), • Experience integrating GenAI tools/APIs into engineering workflows ✨ Nice to Have • Experience supporting GenAI platforms in production (monitoring, cost control, evaluation) 📍 Experience Required ✔️ 5–10 years in DevOps / Engineering roles ✔️ Experience in enterprise or regulated environments preferred

Position: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Sheffield Salary: £40K-60K Our client is seeking a passionate and dynamic Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who is driven by curiosity & precision, who takes an innovative & inquisitive approach & who has the capacity to ‘think outside the box’ to solve problems. This is your opportunity to work on varied & intellectually demanding projects. In this role you will be responsible for product design, development, and detailing utilizing CAD software, calculations, Projects specific areas, machines, technologies and working in close collaboration with Project Engineers to reach assigned targets. Your responsibilities will include: • Being accountable for the completion of 3D modelling, detail design, technical calculations, and product development as assigned by management utilizing the internal software and tools., • Responsibility for assigned portion of product design and development process, ensuring project schedules are maintained while following the Company standards., • Developing the layout of areas of equipment, proposal layout, basic engineering of new mechanical equipment based on Customer requests., • Carrying out complex mechanical calculations., • Participating in commercial / technical (basic and detail design) meetings worldwide. This will involve customer interaction and other business units such as Civil, Piping, Automation, • Assisting Purchasing, Manufacturing, Erection and Commissioning Departments during handling of developed engineering where necessary, • Continuous monitoring on project progress, identify any areas of concern, escalating where necessary and managing customer expectations, • Supporting sales activities through drawing/document creation and on-site reverse engineering of products., • Liaising with representatives from suppliers during technical evaluations of project solutions., • Managing expectations, clarifying requirements and making requests, including submission deadline changes, as required. You will have: • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience., • Proven experience in 2D and 3D CAD required (Autodesk Inventor an advantage but not essential) within an OEM structured engineering department, • Knowledge of metallurgy, material science, heat treatment; specific knowledge in cutting, welding, heat treatment and machining, • Mechanical calculations (NX, MathCAD, Microsoft Excel) - mechanics, stress calculation, resolution of forces, beam calculation., • Free reading of design/technical documentation, • Basic product/plant understanding and know-how (what pieces go where and how to find reference information)., • Relevant experience in heavy engineering and structural design., • Applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing standards relevant to the component designed., • Fabrication design, welded joint selection, and correct use of welding symbols., • Design for large, machined components including tolerance selection, limits and fits., • Design of original machines considering for correct assembly and maintenance., • Production of clear concise working engineering drawings, accurate bills of material and arrangement drawings. Examples of previous work are helpful., • To operate freely with international documentation: technical books, standards, catalogues etc (AutoCAD, Inventor), • Work in international groups with ability to communicate both verbally and written and work within a worldwide team environment., • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability looking at overall results and finer details., • Ability to prioritise workload, on-time delivery and deliver on-time results to Company standards whilst working on multiple projects., • Experience undertaking structured writing in the form of technical reports., • Available for regular business travel (worldwide)

The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing and leading the full design process from ideation to production. You will draw new designs and update our current designs. During the creation process, you will ensure that our designs meeting all necessary design responsibilities. Responsibilities • Draw, update, and maintain designs, • Manage multiple complex projects at the same time, • Ensure our designs meet manufacturing, technical and customer Responsibilities, • Ensure that all design projects are completed within budget and time Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical degree, • CAD experience, • Proficient in Solidworks, • Strong organizational and communication skills

The Company At LabLogic Systems Ltd, we're pioneers in the Life Science, PET/Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Safety sectors. We're committed to excellence, delivering high-quality products and service while fostering a positive work culture grounded in our core values: Passionate and driven, Everyone is accountable, Respectful and inclusive, Family atmosphere, Efficient, Customer-focused, and Trustworthy. Recently, the LabLogic Group was honoured with the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade and achieved the Investors In People Gold accreditation, affirming our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace. Join us in a collaborative, supportive team, where benefits like our annual Center Parcs trip promote positive working relationships. LabLogic Systems Ltd is not just a workplace; it's a rewarding journey in a globally acclaimed organisation. The Role This role is a full time, office-based position. We are seeking a passionate and experienced R&D Embedded Systems Engineer to drive products and innovations from prototype to production. You will be based in our Sheffield office, working alongside other R&D scientists and engineers. You will be responsible for developing a range of exciting and innovative embedded projects, from firmware and hardware integration to real-time system solutions. You will be an essential member of the R&D team, delivering cutting-edge engineering projects, pioneering industry-leading technology, and working in an agile, multi-skilled environment, while ensuring compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements. You will also attend industry-specific conferences to stay at the forefront of embedded technology, expanding your knowledge of the challenges our customers face and exploring how we can provide innovative solutions. Responsibilities • Execution of technical tasks in a deadline-orientated manner., • Working in partnership with the wider R&D team to define requirements specifications for new embedded firmware development., • Developing and implementing new embedded firmware solutions in line with product requirements., • Taking ownership of the design and development of new electronic hardware and firmware solutions, working with other team members to manage integration, collaborate on problem-solving and provide mutual peer review., • Carrying out testing and evaluation activities to ensure robust and comprehensive hardware and firmware solutions., • Carrying out engineering work in line with company procedures based on industry-recognised quality standards., • Supporting other engineers and collaborating to create a cohesive design., • Applying proper project management processes and completing documentary records for safekeeping and traceability., • Providing support for existing embedded firmware as part of the product lifecycle, • The above list is not exhaustive and, as such, you may be required to undertake other duties as appropriate. Requirements Essential • At least five years of relevant industry experience working in a research and development team., • Undergraduate degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Physics, Embedded Systems or equivalent., • Experience in embedded programming using C or a similar programming language., • Experience in electronic/scientific instrumentation design, prototyping and bench testing., • Excellent communication skills and experience working well in a multi-skilled team., • Excellent ability to prioritise tasks and manage time to meet project needs. Desirable • Experience working with STM32/ARM microcontroller systems., • Knowledge of nuclear physics concepts and common radiation detector instrumentation design., • Knowledge of IPC standards., • Knowledge of simulation techniques for electronics design., • Full driving license. What we offer • Career development and professional growth opportunities., • Competitive salary., • You will receive all bank holidays plus 24 days holiday per year (increasing over service) + additional day off over Christmas., • UK team building weekend at Center Parcs for employees and their families to attend., • Private medical insurance with BUPA., • Scottish Widows pension scheme., • Death in service policy., • On-site gym., • Cycle to work scheme.

DevOps / AI Engineer We are looking for a DevOps / AI Engineer with strong experience in modern DevOps practices and emerging GenAI-enabled engineering capabilities for our client (Global IT services and consulting company) and end client is a Bank . The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering end-to-end software delivery lifecycle solutions while ensuring reliability, scalability, security, and compliance in enterprise environments. Role Focus • End-to-end software delivery lifecycle, • Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD, monitoring, and system reliability, • Strong understanding of enterprise environments, controls, and compliance requirements, • Ability to manage work and deliverables independently, • Ability to support GenAI-enabled engineering practices (e.g., AI-assisted development/operations) while adhering to enterprise governance, security, and risk controls Key Responsibilities • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins), • Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration (e.g., Ansible, Terraform), • Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of systems, • Collaborate with developers, QA, and IT operations to streamline releases, • Troubleshoot deployment, build, and infrastructure issues, • Maintain configuration management tools (Ansible), • Ensure compliance with enterprise controls and regulatory requirements, • Work independently to deliver on assigned tasks and projects, • Utilize Jira and Confluence for work tracking and documentation, • Enable and operationalise GenAI/LLM-based tooling in the DevOps toolchain (where approved), including secure access, environment configuration, and integration into CI/CD workflows, • Implement guardrails for GenAI usage (e.g., data handling, prompt/content logging where required, secrets protection, model/tool access controls) aligned to enterprise policies, • Support reliability and observability for GenAI-enabled services (e.g., monitoring latency, error rates, cost/usage, and drift/quality signals where applicable) Core Skills • Scripting/Programming: Bash, Python, Shell, • CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, • Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes, • Infrastructure as Code: Ansible, Terraform, • Source Control: Git, Bitbucket, • Security & Compliance: Understanding of DevSecOps, secrets management, enterprise controls, and compliance, • Familiarity with Jira and Confluence, • GenAI/LLM Fundamentals: Understanding of LLM concepts (prompting, embeddings, RAG, model limitations), and how to apply them safely in engineering workflows, • GenAI Tooling & Integration: Experience using and integrating GenAI-assisted tools (e.g., code assistants, chat-based ops assistants) and/or APIs into developer/DevOps workflows, • Responsible AI & Data Handling: Awareness of privacy, IP, data classification, and secure usage patterns when working with GenAI tools in enterprise environments Preferred • Experience supporting GenAI platforms/services in production (e.g., model/API deployment patterns, prompt/version management, evaluation/monitoring, and cost controls) Ideal for someone who: Enjoys working independently, thrives in enterprise environments, and is passionate about combining DevOps with cutting-edge AI capabilities. 📩 Interested or know someone who fits? Feel free to reach out or apply! #Hiring #DevOps #AI #GenAI #PlatformEngineering #Cloud #Kubernetes #Terraform #Jenkins

Senior AI Engineer Sheffield - 1-2x week in office Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that is investing heavily in AI and modern cloud technologies. You will play a key role in building AI‑driven products that have a direct impact on customer experience, operational efficiency and the future of their platform. The Company They are a tech‑forward insurance organisation with a strong focus on delivering smarter, more personalised digital products. Their teams combine data, engineering and customer expertise to create solutions that simplify complex challenges for their users. Innovation, collaboration and a flexible working culture are at the heart of how they operate. They continue to scale their AI capability and are looking for someone who can help shape this next phase of growth. The Role In this AI Platform Engineer role, you will: • Design, build and operate AI‑first products that deliver measurable value., • Develop and deploy production‑grade AI agents on GCP using ADK, integrating with internal systems via REST and JSON APIs., • Build and maintain robust evaluation and monitoring frameworks, including online and offline testing, A/B experiments and performance dashboards., • Integrate AI agent functionality with applications through MCP servers and reliable tool configurations., • Develop secure and scalable RAG pipelines, including ingestion, text processing, metadata handling and vector search in GCP., • Embed security, compliance, GDPR controls and best‑practice engineering with clear documentation and stakeholder collaboration. Your Skills and Experience To be successful, you will bring: • Strong Python skills for backend services, SDKs, API development, authentication and testing., • Hands‑on experience working with LLMs, embeddings, prompt engineering, tool calling and RAG design., • Practical knowledge of GCP services including Vertex AI, Model Garden, BigQuery, Cloud Run and Google’s ADK., • Experience with document and data processing using tools such as Apache Tika, plus storage or caching technologies like Postgres, Redis, GCS or BigQuery., • Solid DevOps practices including CI/CD, Docker, observability and automated testing., • A product‑led mindset with a strong understanding of security, IAM, auditability and defining success metrics. What They Offer • Opportunities to shape AI products from the ground up., • A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and career progression. How to Apply If you are excited about building production‑ready AI systems and want to drive meaningful impact, please apply with your CV.

A robotic UK start-up is on the hunt for an elite Senior/Lead Software Engineer to join its top-tier team of developers, working on cutting-edge technology with huge autonomy from day one in a fast-paced setting. Their growth plan for the coming year-and beyond-is exceptional. This is a pivotal moment for the business and an incredible opportunity to get in on the action. You will bring: • Expertise in C++ development, • Hands-on experience building software design and/or development from the ground up, • A genuine passion for working in a dynamic startup environment Nice to have: • Some experience in Python, • A basic understanding of CAD, hardware, or industrial systems, • Experience working in robotics, kinematics, or motion control If you want to accelerate your software engineering career, apply with your most up-to-date CV now!

Senior/Lead C++ / Rust Developer The Oho Group have partnered with a fast-growing Sheffield-based startup looking for a lead engineer to drive their C++/RUST development. The Role They are looking for a Senior / Lead C++ / Rust Developer to take ownership of critical components of our platform. You’ll play a key role in shaping architecture, mentoring engineers, and driving best practices across the codebase. This is a hands-on leadership position—perfect for someone who enjoys both deep technical work and guiding a team. What You’ll Be Doing • Designing and building high-performance, low-latency systems in C++ and Rust, • Leading architectural decisions and influencing technical direction, • Writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code, • Mentoring and supporting other engineers, • Collaborating cross-functionally with product and operations teams, • Continuously improving performance, scalability, and reliability What We’re Looking For • Strong experience with C++ (modern standards) and/or Rust, • Proven track record in systems programming, performance optimisation, or low-level development, • Experience leading projects or teams (formally or informally), • Solid understanding of memory management, concurrency, and system design, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment, • Bonus: experience with distributed systems, networking, or embedded systems What You’ll Get • Competitive salary + meaningful equity, • Flexible / hybrid working from Sheffield, • Opportunity to shape a product and engineering culture from the ground up, • Small, highly technical team with real ownership, • Room to grow into a Head of Engineering / CTO-track role Apply now or reach out for a chat—we’d love to hear from you.

Mechanical Design Engineer Sheffield £30,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience) I am currently working with a well-established engineering business in Sheffield; they are looking to add a Mechanical Design Engineer to their growing team. This is a great opportunity for someone with at least 2 years’ experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. About the Business: • Established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in the design and build of bespoke commercial vehicle bodies and engineered transport solutions, • Work across a range of sectors including automotive, logistics and specialist vehicle applications, • Involved in full project lifecycle from concept design through to fabrication and final build, • Strong reputation for delivering high quality, tailored engineering solutions to customers across the UK, • Supportive team environment with a focus on development and progression, • Growing business with a strong order book offering long term stability Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer: • Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies, • Produce accurate 2D and 3D drawings for manufacture, • Work closely with production and fabrication teams to ensure designs are practical, • Liaise with customers and internal teams on design specifications, • Support projects from concept through to completion, • Ensure all designs meet industry standards and regulations Requirements of the Mechanical Design Engineer: • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer role, • Experience using 2D and 3D AutoCAD, • Experience producing engineering drawings for manufacture, • Sheet metal design experience, • Automotive industry experience is (desired), • Experience designing commercial vehicles, pressure vessels or tanks (desired) If you would like to find out more, please contact Adele Lewis or click Apply Now. 0151 209 2050 07537 163611

We're supporting a growing battery technology company in hiring a Battery Cell Engineer to help develop and optimise porous silicon anode materials for real lithium‑ion cells. This hands‑on role sits at the intersection of materials science, electrochemistry, and product engineering, working closely with R&D teams to translate advanced material properties into high‑performance electrodes and cells. The Battery Cell Engineer will: • Prepare electrodes and assemble lithium‑ion test cells., • Design and run experiments to evaluate electrode formulations and cell performance., • Analyse electrochemical data (capacity, CE, degradation trends) to identify improvement paths., • Support optimisation of electrode formulation, processing, and cell architecture., • Collaborate with electrochemistry, materials, and process engineering teams., • Document results, report insights, and contribute to technical development and IP. The Battery Cell Engineer will have: • Hands‑on experience with battery cell assembly and electrochemical testing., • Strong knowledge of battery cell formulation, cell design, and performance metrics., • Ability to interpret experimental data and translate it into actionable improvements., • Comfort working in a fast‑paced R&D or start‑up environment., • Strong communication and collaboration skills. This is a great opportunity to play a hands‑on role in developing next‑generation battery materials with real impact on product performance. If you're excited about turning advanced materials into high‑performing lithium‑ion cells, we'd love to hear from you.

Role: HW Build Team Lead or electrical technicians looking for a step up! Location: Sheffield Salary: Competitive + Bonus Other benefits: Enrolment in the Annual company bonus scheme in first full FY Bonus based on profitability and growth of the company and awarded as a percentage of salary. As an example end of 2026 the bonus averaged as 2.5% of salary and we are expecting this to increase in coming yrs. ( we want emp to feel valued & owner mentality ). Onsite work at customer site bonus allowance for every 4 days onsite £100. e.g. every 10 weeks onsite would constitute an extra £1000 earned Must hold a full UK driving licence We are looking for an experienced Hardware Build Team Leader to join our growing team to carry out assembly and manufacture of bespoke control systems and instrument racks in a fast-paced and consistently varying environment. You’ll be part of our dynamic team that is responsible for developing bespoke hardware and software solutions, specialising in data acquisition, automated control and systems integration for customers across a broad range of industries. THE ROLE A Hardware Build Team Leader is a dual-purpose role that combines hands-on technical expertise with supervisory management. You will be responsible for your own project builds and the day-to-day coordination of electrical and light mechanical build activities, both in our workshop and onsite during project installation and commissioning. Other responsibilities include ensuring projects are completed on time & budget, to high-quality standards, and in strict compliance with electrical and safety regulations, through the effective supervision of team members, equipment, materials and suppliers. JOB PURPOSE To build electrical and mechanical projects, while being the lead of the electrical technicians team, managing daily workloads and ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality hardware builds are delivered on time and budget. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Team Leadership: Act as the primary point of contact for electrical technicians, providing technical guidance, conducting performance reviews, and managing staff development through coaching, mentoring and training., • Operational Oversight: In conjunction with the Project Manager, plan and prioritise daily/weekly build schedules to achieve project deadlines and targets., • Workshop Management:, • Hands-on management of day-to-day activities in the workshop to ensure efficient and effective hardware builds,, • Manage & monitor workshop stock levels, and coordinate with purchasing for necessary parts, materials and tooling., • Overseeing the correct handling and booking in of materials, • Continually monitor and assess all department procedures and update as necessary., • Electro-Mechanical Assembly & Installation: Building sub-assemblies or complete systems to drawings and build procedures. The role will involve working both in-house at Sheffield Workshop and on-site at customer locations around the UK. Hardware build activities include: Panel layout and assembly. • Assembly of 19" rack systems., • Wiring harness and looms., • Wiring of control units and interface boxes., • Mechanical assembly, typically extruded aluminium frame assemblies and fixturing, requiring proficiency with basic machining, such as drilling, tapping, counter sinking, cutting, grinding, deburring etc, • Functional testing of works, including continuity and electrical test (PAT Testing, Earth Bonding), with pragmatic and efficient problem-solving skills., • On-site installations/pre-commissioning site fit out, including electrical installations (single and 3-phase), running and dressing cabling, which may include the use of height access equipment, and installing suitable containment, • Completing testing documentation, RAMS, site visit reports and maintaining accurate records of any modifications, deviations to design specifications., • Health & Safety: Responsible for the Health & Safety of all staff within the Engineering Workshop and on site, including completing RAMS documents and ensuring they are adhered to., • Maintaining a tidy and safe working environment, • Overseeing and managing the inspection and calibration of equipment and tools, • Technical Support: Maintain hands-on involvement in engineering tasks, such as complex diagnostics, repairs, or fabrication, while serving as an escalation point for technical blockers., • Hardware Design: Providing feedback and contributing to electrical and mechanical designs throughout the project lifecycle REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • Experience: 5+ years of experience in an engineering workshop environment, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or mentoring capacity., • Education: A recognised mechanical engineering qualification such as an NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds in Electrical Installations or Electrical Maintenance or equivalent. Technical skills (required recent hands-on experience & ability to lead, train and assess others) • Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics., • Ability to interpret schematics and engineering drawings and make informed decisions on elements such as cable selection and effectively redline/update technical drawings., • Ability to lay out components on a back-plate to drawings and also in-line with previous builds or experience, including performing panel fabrication to a high standard, i.e. drill/cut/punch holes for cable entry, glands, connectors, indicators etc and other similar tasks., • IET Wiring Regulations 18th Edition., • Practical electrical debug experience and can demonstrate a pragmatic approach to problem-solving., • Experience of on-site installations, ideally including pre-planning and quality control., • Experience with mainstream PLCs (Siemens, Beckhoff, etc) based control hardware or NI instrumentation., • Applicants should demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and other relevant legislation, regulations, and safe practices., • General Health & Safety knowledge (Manual Handling, Work at Height, Asbestos Awareness, • etc.), • Strong IT ability, including use of email and Microsoft Teams and completion of electronic site survey documents and ideally familiar with eView from EPlan. CORE COMPETENCIES: • Calm and pragmatic approach to Lead & work under pressure to meet deadlines, achieving high work standards, in a dynamic environment, • Excellent attention to detail., • Ability to prioritise workload and juggle multiple tasks., • The ability to adapt and be flexible to the requirements of the project scope and deadlines. This may also include undertaking alternative jobs/duties within your existing or potential capabilities. This flexibility is essential for operational efficiency as the type and volume of work is always subject to change., • Excellent communication skills for leading, motivating & developing the build team, collaborating and liaising across internal departments, including senior management, and also external engagement with customers and suppliers., • Ability and confidence to represent the company professionally and communicate effectively with the customer when on site, providing timely updates and reassuring the customer when handling situations such as scope creep, or third-party impacts in a correct, professional and calm manner, in line with the company's core values., • Coaching & Mentorship: Training & guiding the hardware build team/electrical technicians, to develop build and problem-solving skills., • Must maintain a high quality of workmanship and have a desire for continuous improvement and a willingness to learn, • Strong time-management and organisation skills to ensure tasks are completed in line with the Schedule of Works. LOCATION: • Main working location will be Sheffield, where our main office and our workshop for hardware builds is located. There will also be regular travel to customer locations UK-wide, with potential trips outside the UK with advanced warning., • Flexibility to travel throughout the UK to customer sites, including at short notice, 50% of the time. OTHER: • Legal right to live and work in the UK. Valid passport for global travel., • Must hold a full, clean, valid UK driving licence and be insured to use own private vehicle for work travel. BENEFITS: • Competitive Salary., • Holiday 23 days, rising to 24 after 5 yrs service, plus optional Annual Leave buy-back scheme., • Health benefit cash plan scheme with access to 24hour online GP services, annual monetary contribution towards medical care such as physio, dental, optician, etc., • Employee assistance programme (EAP) offering access to advice and Counsellors for wellbeing, legal and financial., • Workplace pension., • Enrolment in the annual company bonus scheme, after first years’ service., • Employee referral scheme., • Cycle to work scheme. How to Apply Please email your CV to

A technology-led organisation is looking to appoint a Technical Manager to lead the development of IoT, wireless, RF, and embedded systems across both established and next-generation products. This role blends hands-on technical leadership with people and delivery management, providing strategic direction across wireless networks, sensors, and embedded platforms. You will act as the technical authority for wireless and sensing technologies, while leading a specialist engineering team and collaborating closely with wider R&D, product, and operational stakeholders. Responsibilities • Lead and manage a team of engineers working across IoT, RF, wireless communications, sensors, and embedded systems, • Define technical architecture and technical direction for scalable wireless and sensor-based solutions, • Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for RF, wireless protocols, and embedded technologies, • Drive innovation through concept development, technical reviews, and internal design workshops, • Design and oversee wireless network architectures and evaluate suitable protocols and technologies, • Define standards for sensor hardware, embedded software, and system integration, • Ensure robust security, resilience, and regulatory compliance across all wireless solutions, • Provide technical support and guidance to QA, technical support, supply chain, product, and commercial teams, • Maintain a practical, hands-on engineering approach to problem solving and troubleshooting, • Consider real-world deployment, installation, customer use, and manufacturing constraints during design, • Partner with senior technical leadership and programme management to ensure aligned delivery, • Manage team performance, resource planning, recruitment, training, and professional development Required Experience & Skills Essential: • HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or Embedded Systems, • 3+ years’ experience within IoT, wireless, RF, or embedded engineering environments, • Strong understanding of wireless protocols, RF principles, and embedded software / hardware interaction, • Previous programming experience with evidence of practical implementation (current coding not essential), • Proven ability to manage multiple technical workstreams or projects simultaneously, • Confident communicator able to translate complex RF and embedded concepts to non-technical stakeholders, • Hands-on, solutions-driven mindset with strong troubleshooting skills, • High level of self-motivation and professional work ethic, • Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), • Strong collaboration and stakeholder management abilities Desirable: • Degree or Master’s qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, • 5+ years’ experience in IoT, RF, embedded systems, or wireless product development, • Experience with sub‑GHz or low-power wireless technologies (e.g. proprietary RF, LPWAN, mesh networks), • Practical knowledge of wireless regulatory compliance and certification, • Exposure to sensor design, including hardware, firmware, and system-level integration, • Experience working within a structured SME or R&D-led environment, • Ability to travel internationally if required What’s Offered • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Hybrid and flexible working model, • A leadership role with genuine technical ownership, • Opportunity to influence wireless and IoT product strategy, • Collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation and quality

Position : Titanium Casting Specialist Location : Sheffield, United Kingdom Please note : • Worldwide relocation assistance coupled with Visa support is available for suitably qualified and experienced professionals (including family), • Salary packages are commensurate with experience Castings Technology benefits from over a century of working closely with OEMs and Tier One casting buyers. We grew out of the government’s desire to establish research and technology capabilities that support UK manufacturing. The British Cast Iron Research Association was formed in 1923 and the British Steel Casting Research Association was formed in 1953. These two membership organisations merged in 1996 to become Castings Technology International Ltd. In 2006, Castings Technology relocated the bulk of its facilities to the Advanced Manufacturing Park in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, UK after securing ERDF funding to construct and equip a 5,000 m² workshop. In 2013 ownership of these facilities was transferred to the University of Sheffield where funding was secured to expand the facility to 1,200 m² and to house Europe’s largest VAR furnace. In 2021 following the successful installation and commissioning of one of the largest investments in a European foundry this century, the company was subject to a successful MBO and Castings Technology remains an important sovereign capability. Now in 2026 we are in the process of relocating to a new facility, still in the heart of the UK’s metals manufacturing region of South Yorkshire. To aid with our exciting growth plans, we are looking to add to our team of professionals with expertise in titanium casting. About You • Degree qualified with significant, proven experience in a modern investment foundry, you will bring expertise in titanium casting Grades 1-5, • Familiar with the requirements of international standards and customer requirements (AS9100, ASTM, R-R, Safran, GE, P&W etc.), • Experience of developing shelling, melting, pouring and manufacturing processes from engineering / product designs, • Mould design and manufacture, • Flow software experience (Procast, Magmasoft, Flow 3-d cast, Novaflow or similar), • Fluent in written and spoken English, • Experience of manufacturing for the aerospace / defence / marine and industrial sectors, • Able to relocate to the United Kingdom for a minimum of 3 years

What’s the role?: We’re looking for brilliant, well-rounded Engineering Consultants who specialise in the .NET ecosystem. At Nimble, you’re more than a developer; you’re a problem-solver and trusted advisor. You are a polyglot engineer at heart - adaptable, pragmatic, and capable of driving end-to-end delivery. You thrive on taking ownership of the entire software lifecycle - seamlessly bridging the gap between business requirements and technical execution to build, deploy, and maintain complete, fit-for-purpose solutions. What you will do: • End-to-End Delivery & Analysis: Shape messy backlogs, clarify ambiguous requirements, and drive features from concept to production. You don't just take tickets; you solve business problems., • Drive Holistic Quality: Think in complete solutions. You evaluate "quality" against the client's reality - balancing Total Cost of Ownership, performance, scalability, maintainability, and pragmatic test automation to ensure sustainable success., • Engineering in Complex Domains: Deliver robust software across everything from modern cloud-native apps to 20-year-old monoliths. You build the right solution for the client's specific constraints and deadlines., • AI-Accelerated Engineering: Seamlessly integrate LLMs and AI tooling (Claude, Copilot, Cursor, etc) into your daily workflow to rapid-prototype, accelerate feature delivery, and cut through legacy complexity., • Consulting & Leadership: Guide clients and small teams through uncertainty. You lead by example, bringing calm and clarity to high-pressure, fast-paced environments. What you need to bring: • Consulting Mindset: The ability to build trust, navigate ambiguity, and maintain high performance even when requirements or environments shift., • Solution Shaping & Cloud Fluency: The ability to design and shape solutions that are right for the problem at hand. You bring proven experience with cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and a solid understanding of modern architectural patterns, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC), containerised systems, and serverless architectures., • Deep Technical Foundations: Strong, proven experience across the .NET ecosystem (C#, modern .NET, legacy frameworks), backed by solid SQL and JavaScript skills., • Polyglot Mindset: A genuine curiosity and interest in continuous learning. You aren’t dogmatic about tech stacks; you view different languages, older legacy systems, and modern front-end frameworks (like React, Vue, or Angular) as tools to solve problems, and you are eager to pick them up as the project demands., • AI Tooling Fluency: Hands-on experience using AI coding assistants and LLMs to actively accelerate your development lifecycle., • Agile Pragmatism: Experience thriving in fast-paced, collaborative spaces. You aren't afraid to question the status quo and organise chaotic workflows. Who we are: Nimble Approach are a rapidly growing Product & Tech consultancy who deliver value and enhance organisations. We pride ourselves on delivering great projects to multiple clients in different industries including Healthcare, Government, Utilities, Fintech, Manufacturing and more, so there’s lots of opportunity to try out new things! We believe in delivering value at pace and enhancing the organisations that we work with. This would not be possible without our amazing Nimble specialists who leave their mark everywhere they go. Our projects are diverse and different, just like our ways of working and our people. One of our key focusses is maintaining a strong culture of pragmatic, skilled, egoless people who collaborate to get things done and have lots of fun along the way. We currently have offices in Sheffield (our HQ), Leeds & Manchester, and we tend to work in a hybrid model. All we ask is that people go into the office a few times a month and for team / client meetings when required. What we offer: • Private healthcare for you and a family member through Westfield Health, • Multiple Qualified Mental Health First Aider’s with regular 1-1’s available, • £2k champion fund to spend as you wish on your own L&D, • Referral scheme (£3,000) for every successful applicant, • Dedicated time to spend on your L&D, including time to complete courses and qualifications, • Flat organisational structure with lots of career progression opportunities, • Laptop and any practicable equipment provided (either a Mac or Windows), • Regular Nimble Socials (both virtual & physical) including Escape rooms, Lunches, Award nights, Bowling, Bouldering and more!, • Relaxed and fun working environment, • Engaging and collaborative communities to be involved in, • A chance to be involved in company OKRs and shape how we will be in the future, • 25 days holiday allowance + bank holidays, • Company pension (with employer contributions) Equal Opportunities Statement: At Nimble Approach, we strongly believe that discrimination and victimisation is unacceptable. It is our duty to ensure that no employee or job applicant receives less favourable facilities or treatment (either directly or indirectly) in recruitment or employment on grounds of age, disability, gender / gender reassignment, marriage / civil partnership, pregnancy / maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation (the protected characteristics). Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We want everyone at Nimble and those applying to join us to feel safe, supported and encouraged so if we can make any adjustments to help with your application or you require any assistance, please reach out to us on and we are happy to help.

Required: • Experience in Kotlin (or significant Java experience ), • Experienced in API development, SQL/databases, HTML/Javascript, • Excellent writing skills and attention to detail in code Responsibilities: • Collaborate with developers, testers and the wider organisation to build and run products, • Design, develop & implement back-end features as per backlog/priority with a small element of front-end development., • All apps use a simple UI framework so not strictly ‘front-end’ development., • Collaborate with the rest of the engineering team to design and launch new features. Skills Required: • Experience in Kotlin (or Java with willingness to learn Kotlin), • Experienced in at least two or three of the following: API development, SQL/databases, HTML/Javascript, • Lots of experience of working with microservices, • Strong technical and analytical troubleshooting skills, • Experience in working with Agile including the use of Jira/ Confluence.

Design Lead - Real Estate Transformation Programmer – (10+ Years) Location: Sheffield, England (UK) - (Hybrid ( 3 days Office, 2 days WFH) 6+ Months Contract Role Overview Join the Real Estate Transformation Programmer as a Design Lead, leveraging your technical expertise and practical mindset to shape the future of a global property portfolio. You will operate across a varied technology stack, including Saas and internally hosted platforms. This role suits individuals who excel at solving complex technical challenges, are passionate about technology, and enjoy collaborating with engineering teams. Hands-on coding experience is advantageous. Key Responsibilities • Technical Leadership: Drive the design and delivery of technology solutions for Real Estate, from concept throughto deployment. Remain hands-on by reviewing solutions, prototyping, and contributing code where appropriate., • Collaborative Innovation: Partner with business and engineering stakeholders to identify challenges, explore innovative approaches, and translate strategy into actionable designs., • Architectural Vision: Develop and communicate architecture roadmaps that balance robust engineeringwith innovative applications, including automation and bespoke solutions across Saas and internal platforms., • Cyber Security: Ensure all designs and solutions comply with established cyber security controls and secure development practices., • Governance & Advocacy: Promote best practices in design and development, ensuring alignment with organisational standards while encouraging new ideas and continuous improvement., • Proven Technical Leadership: Experience leading design and development in complex environments,with the ability to challenge assumptions and inspire teams., • Cyber Security Awareness: Strong understanding of cyber controls and secure development methodologies., • Hands-On Technical Skills: Confident intechnical discussions, code reviews, and contributing to codebases or prototypes., • Creative Problem-Solving: Eagerness to explore unconventional solutions and apply technology to deliver business value. 📩 Interested? Please share your updated resume to

Our exciting new client is now searching for a III-V Device Engineering Manager with deep expertise in III-V semiconductor device design, development and volume manufacturing. The candidate will play a pivotal role in leading the scaling the production of the first product range and developing the new product range for optical communication systems. This role will sit at the intersection of R&D, Operations, Engineering and external foundry partners. Ensuring that new epi layers, process flows, tests are scalable from prototyping using in-house facilities through to volume manufacturing at foundry partners. Required skills will include: • Strong semiconductor device manufacturing knowledge with a focus on III-V technologies, • Strong background in design, test, and volume production of high-speed photodetectors (APDs or photodiodes preferred), • Proven experience transferring products to high-volume manufacturing and working closely with foundries, • Excellent communication and management skills, • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.

Project Manager Up to £70,000 (dependent upon experience) Sheffield (Hybrid working pattern) Our Client This UK-based, family-owned business has been operating for over 100 years. It brings extensive experience in delivering innovative engineering solutions and integrated systems tailored to suit the needs of its customers. With a broad portfolio of high-quality products, the organisation demonstrates strong design and engineering capabilities, honed through decades of practical experience. It also provides dedicated site services, supported by specialist maintenance teams with deep mechanical expertise, ensuring that operations run smoothly with minimal disruption. The Role This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex engineering and technology-led projects. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, commercial, and site operations to ensure projects are delivered on time, to budget, and to the highest standards. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of project planning, financial forecasting, risk management, stakeholder communication, and contractual compliance, while driving progress and maintaining alignment with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will be a confident and effective leader, with a strong track record of managing technical projects in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. They will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, be comfortable working with internal teams and external stakeholders, and possess the ability to navigate challenges with a solution-focused mindset. A recognised project management qualification (such as Prince2, APM, or PMI) is preferred. Candidates should have experience in budget control, cost-to-complete modelling, and use of project planning software such as Microsoft Project. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously are essential. To Apply This is an excellent opportunity in an innovative, agile and forward-thinking business. Interested parties should apply accordingly or contact Mike Pritchard-Howarth in the first instance for a confidential conversation. Contact details can be found via the Newman Stewart website. About Us Newman Stewart is a boutique executive search firm, delivering high-performing candidates to high-profile and mission-critical assignments. With a proven track record of success globally, we are the recruitment partner of choice to many blue chip, medium and small organisations, providing Executive Search, Management Selection and Psychometric Assessment Services to its clients.

About Phast Phast is a UK-based advanced materials company developing the next-generation of sustainable polymers for high-performance applications. Our focus is on creating biobased, microplastic-free materials that can meet stringent mechanical, optical, and biological requirements across regulated industries such as medical and cosmetic. We are building a new class of materials from the ground up, combining biopolymers with advanced formulation strategies to unlock applications that are currently dominated by fossil-based plastics. Role Overview We are seeking a Polymer Chemist with strong expertise in polymer formulations and functionalisation. This role will focus on the development of polymeric formulations for specific medical and cosmetic products, including but not limited UV-curable resins for advanced manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will play a central role in designing, formulating, and optimising materials to meet demanding performance criteria, while translating laboratory formulations into scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop polymeric formulations using biobased polymers, • Design and develop photopolymer resin systems for SLA/DLP processes, • Select and evaluate photoinitiators, reactive diluents, and additives, • Optimise material properties including transparency, mechanical performance, and processability, • Investigate cure kinetics, crosslink density, and network formation, • Conduct material characterisation (mechanical, thermal, rheological, optical), • Collaborate with external partners to translate formulations into manufactured components, • Support scale-up from lab to pilot production, • Contribute to IP generation and technical strategy Required Experience • PhD or equivalent experience in Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering, • Solid understanding of polymers chemistry, functionalization techniques and properties, • Hands-on experience with photopolymer or UV-curable systems, • Strong background in polymer formulation and optimisation, • Understanding of free radical polymerisation and cure kinetics, • Experience translating materials into real-world applications Desirable Experience • Experience with SLA/DLP 3D printing materials, • Familiarity with biopolymers or biodegradable materials, • Exposure to medical or regulated environments, • Experience in scaling materials from lab to production This is a major role in a startup company, therefore we are looking for strong experimental mindset and problem-solving ability. We are looking for a candidate comfortable to work in a startup environment, where high level of ownership is required. Phast has offices and material processing lab at The Innovation Centre, 217 Portobello street, S1 4DP, Sheffield, UK and uses chemistry facilities within the University of Sheffield premises. Salary & Benefits • Type of employment: permanent, full-time (37.5 working hours a week, Monday – Friday), • Starting date: 1st of July 2026 or earlier, • Salary: £38,000 – £50,000 per annum, depending on experience, • 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), • Life pension scheme company contributed, • Relocation assistance, • Eligible to participate in employee share option scheme If interested, please email your CV and cover letter to

Manufacturing Engineer (Manufacturing Planner) Sheffield - Afternoon Shift (Monday-Thursday 14:00–22:00, early Friday finish) Up to £55,000 + excellent benefits We’re supporting a global aerospace leader in the search for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer / Manufacturing Planner to join a high-performing fabrication and industrial engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a complex, highly regulated manufacturing environment, contributing to advanced aerospace programmes while driving efficiency, quality, and innovation across production. The Role You will play a key role in planning and optimising manufacturing processes, ensuring products are delivered on time, to cost, and to the highest quality standards. Key responsibilities include: • Creating and maintaining manufacturing documentation (BOMs, work instructions, configurations), • Developing manufacturing strategies aligned to delivery, cost, and regulatory requirements, • Managing suppliers, tooling lifecycle, and manufacturing readiness, • Investigating production issues and driving root cause solutions, • Providing producibility input to design teams, • Developing work sequencing and integrated manufacturing plans, • Ensuring processes meet compliance and operational standards What We’re Looking For • Strong background in manufacturing / production engineering, • Experience with metallic component manufacturing, • Familiarity with aerospace standards and processes, • Proven problem-solving capability and stakeholder engagement skills, • Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent experience Desirable Experience • Aerospace sector experience, • Knowledge of metallurgy, heat treatment, grinding, surface processing or NDT, • Experience with gears or transmission components, • Structured problem solving (8D / RCCA), • Lean Six Sigma exposure, • PPAP / PFMEA experience Why Apply? • Opportunity to work with a globally recognised engineering organisation, • Competitive salary, bonus and strong benefits package, • Clear development pathways and continuous learning support, • Inclusive and collaborative working environment, • Strong work-life balance with early Friday finishes Please note: This is a permanent afternoon shift role, so flexibility is essential.

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