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Are you a FPGA Design Engineer seeking a challenging career move where you can contribute to the very latest imaging and augmented reality systems? Hybrid working (up to 3 days per week from home) and very generous salary on offer. This award-winning Technology company seeks a Degree qualified and commercially experienced FPGA Engineer with proven experience of SystemVerilog and RTL verification as well as having experience with Python (cocotb experience highly beneficial). In this role the successful FPGA Design Engineer will write timing constraints and where necessary modify designs to close timing; working closely with hardware, software and mechanical engineers to bring exciting new products to market. Key Requirements for the FPGA Design Engineer include: • Minimum of 1st / 2.1 Bachelors Degree in Electronic Engineering related discipline., • Proven commercial FPGA Design experience using SystemVerilog., • Strong Python skills ideally with exposure to cocotb., • RTL Verification experience., • Writing timing constraints and ensuring these are met., • Design for low power.

We are recruiting for an Interim Design Engineer for a Local Authority in Cambridgeshire. Job Title: Design Engineer Rate: Negotiable (dependent on experience) Contract Length: 3–6 months (with potential for extension or permanent opportunities) Start Date: ASAP Working Arrangement: Hybrid – typically 2 days per week onsite in Cambridgeshire + site visits This role sits within the Place & Sustainability directorate, supporting the delivery of local infrastructure projects. The Design Engineer will play a key role in developing and delivering highway and transport schemes, acting as a technical lead on projects and ensuring designs meet CDM 2015 requirements, agreed objectives, budgets, and programme timelines. Key Responsibilities: • Plan and design local infrastructure projects including highways and transport schemes, • Lead the design of medium complexity projects and support wider project delivery, • Monitor project progress, budgets, and risk, ensuring effective programme management, • Liaise with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery, • Engage with key partners including local authorities, transport bodies, and community groups, • Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 and all relevant health & safety legislation, • Prepare and review technical drawings, reports, and design documentation, • Represent the Council at meetings, including public and stakeholder sessions, • Monitor consultant and contractor performance, • Promote continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice within the team, • Support low carbon design solutions and sustainable infrastructure outcomes Person Specification: • Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience, • Working towards or holding a relevant professional membership (e.g. Incorporated Engineer status), • Strong experience in the design and delivery of transport or highway infrastructure projects, • Knowledge of CDM 2015 and health & safety legislation, • Experience in budget, risk, and programme management, • Experience working within local government or similar environment (desirable), • Full UK driving licence and ability to attend site visits If you are interested in this role and would like to be considered, please apply with your up to date CV.

Graduate Engineering Geologist£CambridgeNo post degree experience required! If you are a recent geology graduate who is looking to begin your career in the geotechnical and geo-environmental industry, we have an exciting opportunity to join an excellent company! Please read below: We are looking for a graduate engineering geologist to join a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy, within the Cambridge environmental team. As a graduate engineering geologist, you will be gaining lots of hands-on geology site work and report writing experience. This graduate engineering geologist opportunity offers extensive 1-1 training from top geotechnical engineers and chartered geologists. Graduate Engineering Geologist perks: * Top graduate salary (£26,000 - £30,000)* Fantastic pension scheme* Flexible benefits* Full training from chartered engineers* Career progression* Balanced split between site and office work If you are based near Cambridge, hold a UK driving licence, with a relevant degree (geology preferred), then please get in touch! You must also have the full right to work permanently in the UK to be considered for this position. Interested in this or other geo opportunities? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitment. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

A Mechanical Engineer with a background involving production or manufacturing engineering will join the new production engineering team of an award-winning High-Tech company. Ideally qualified to Degree level, you’ll be familiar with CAD tools, will have experience designing jigs, fixtures or mechanical test equipment and will benefit from exposure to electronic packaging or ruggedized product design. In this mid-level Mechanical Engineer role, reporting to the Production Engineering Manager, you will contribute to NPI projects within the production department and undertake a range of tasks such as: • Supporting the transfer of products from R&D into engineering and manufacturing whilst ensuring mechanical designs are suitable for production through DFM/DFA reviews., • Design and develop mechanical assembly fixtures, test jigs and tooling., • Supporting Continuous improvement and manufacturing optimization., • Providing hands-on engineering support when mechanical issues arise in production., • Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering., • Proven experience of working within a production / manufacturing engineering or mechanical design role., • CAD skills such as SolidWorks or similar., • Good understanding of mechanical manufacturing methods such as machining, sheet metal, injection moulding, assemblies., • Previous experience of designing jigs, fixtures and/or tooling., • Knowledge of DFM / DFA principles and lean manufacturing. Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK. Details of remuneration on application.

An Embedded Linux Engineer with experience across both Embedded Linux and Real-Time C/C++ development will bring their broad skills to a thriving Technical Consultancy where you’ll contribute to the design and build of embedded systems across a wide range of applications. South Cambridge - Hybrid + generous salary package. With a strong academic background, you’ll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support a range projects, whilst liaising closely with customers to find solutions to problems across defence, industrial and medical markets. The ideal Embedded Linux Engineer should possess the following: • Minimum of 1st / 2.1 Bachelors / Masters Degree in an Engineering discipline., • Commercial Embedded Linux development experience involving Yocto including knowledge of device trees, user-space and kernel-space and SoC platforms., • Commercial Real-Time C/C++ development skills., • Experience of at least one high level languages such as Python or C#., • Experience of working at the boundary between electronics and software.

A Software Engineer with proven experience of developing software tools and scripts for production test and process automation together with strong LabView experience, will join the new Production Engineering team of an award winning Technology Company. The successful Software Engineer will focus on the software aspects of NPI, production test automation, device programming, configuration control and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. The successful Software Engineer should bring the following: • A Degree (or equivalent experience) in Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar., • Strong experience using LabView for test automation., • Proven experience developing software tools and scripts for production test and process automation., • Good understanding of software release processes and configuration control., • The ability to troubleshoot software/firmware issues in embedded or hardware-integrated systems.

Do you have a background in designing mechanical engineered components? And knowledge of sheet metal, extrusion, plastic injection moulding, and electro-mechanical engineering? This could be the role for you! We are on the lookout for a Mechanical Design Engineer to design sheet metal and plastic enclosures, and additional mechanical components, for an electro-mechanical engineering business. You will be utilising processes such as material extrusion, fabrication and casting plus exciting technologies such as injection moulding. Production assistance with the design of jigs/fixtures will also be required from time to time.As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will have a recognised mechanical engineering qualification and at least three years of design experience in all types of enclosures for a high volume manufacturing business. It would be beneficial for the appointed Mechanical Design Engineer to have experience in industrial/product design and have a flair for the aesthetic. On offer is the opportunity to join an industry-leading business that designs and manufactures their product on-site. Our client has a full order book for the foreseeable future, featuring some of the biggest names in British engineering.Mechanical Design Engineer - Role and Responsibilities - Mechanical Engineer / Sheet Metal / Plastic / Aluminium / Assembly / Mechanical Engineer / Solidworks* Design plastic injection moulded components* Design fabricated interlocking aluminium & steel enclosures* Carry out mechanical fittings and compatibility checks on electronic assemblies. Produce wiring diagrams and assembly instructions when required* Assist the production team with the design of relevant jigs & fixtures, and manage their manufacture* Ensure all products are designed with manufacture and assembly considerations* Evaluate components from datasheet information and then approve through appropriate testing* Build and test initial samples and qualify the design with the correct documentation* Provide technical support to Production for day-to-day design, performance and quality issues which ariseMechanical Design Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Mechanical Engineer / Sheet Metal / Plastic / Aluminium / Assembly / Mechanical Engineer / Solidworks* Of degree calibre within mechanical engineering or equivalent* Familiar with 2D & 3D modelling and design packages* Knowledge of metal (castings, sheet metal, extrusions, etc)* Experience in high volume manufacturing environment with design for manufacture and testMechanical Design Engineer / Sheet Metal / Plastic / Aluminium / Assembly / Mechanical Engineer / SolidworksIf this role could appeal, please do apply now!

An Electronics Engineer with experience in production, manufacturing or electronics design support will join the exciting new production engineering team of an award-winning Technology Company. You’ll be comfortable working across R&D and manufacturing environments, bringing a good understanding of PCB assembly, production test methods, quality standards as well as hands-on troubleshooting skills. Competitive salary package on offer. Office based role. The successful Electronics Engineer will undertake a range of tasks across NPI, production test and engineering development, electronic manufacturing process development, manufacturing optimization, production support and engineering control. An analytical mindset and adaptability are key personal attributes sought. Your skills & Experience should include: • An Electronics / Electrical Engineering related Degree or equivalent experience., • Experience working within an electronics production / manufacturing engineering role or similar., • Proven knowledge of PCB assembly, electronics integration and production test methods., • Familiarity with quality standards., • Troubleshooting electronic circuits, assemblies and system level faults. You must have full eligibility to work in the Uk without restrictions. This role is fully on-site. Details of the competitive remuneration package upon application.

Senior PCB Design Engineer – Duxford – Hybrid 2/3 - £50k+excellent benefits THE ROLE As an enthusiastic and dynamic Senior PCB Design Engineer, highly skilled in PCB design and layout, you will be joining the manufacturing team helping to bring design engineers’ ideas into reality. You will work with world class RF, digital, power and analogue electronics designers on leading edge technology developments in commercial, industrial and defence sectors. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for timely delivery of PCB designs and be accustomed to being highly engaged in the collaborative design process that delivers working designs in an optimum timeframe to meet commercial commitments. A well organised and highly motivated individual with good communications skills, you will also be responsible for maintaining their technology edge with regards to PCB manufacturing and design by being actively involved in developing their relationship with suppliers of PCB CAD, PCB manufacturing services and other services associated with PCB technology. You will have experience of the design delivery process for releasing board information to PCB manufacturers and external PCB build contractors and be used to negotiating with suppliers to achieve the technical quality and timescales required to keep ahead in an increasingly competitive world. This role is more than a PCB designer – the right candidate will help to lead and develop their capability in this area, with a drive towards excellence, reporting to the Director of Hardware. RESPONSIBILITIES • Generating Manufacturable designs from engineers’ schematic, • Schematic and PCB footprint library management, scripting for BoM and generating manufacturing data-packs and other automated tasks., • Maintaining their relationship with suppliers involving auditing suppliers, managing supplier relationships and understanding advances in PCB technology solutions, • Negotiating stack-ups, supplier timescales and costs with PCB and build contractors, taking technical responsibility for the PCB design and manufacture, and being responsible to project managers for tracking of deliverables from external suppliers., • Ensure deliverables are to the agreed timescale, specification, and quality in accordance with company’s ISO9001 Quality procedures., • A strong portfolio of successfully completed PCB design projects. Experience of PCBs for RF, microwave and millimetre-wave designs is highly desirable, including experience of working with RF materials., • High skill level using PCB design tools. experience of Altium for schematic capture and PCB layout essential. Familiarity with Siemens PADS software for legacy designs would be an advantage., • Strong working knowledge of Surface Mount Technology, Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacture (DFM) techniques., • Good working knowledge of IPC standards for high reliability products and EMI/EMC requirements for best design practice., • Experience of product design & development and ability to closely integrate with the electronic and mechanical design teams., • Ability to innovate and help hardware & mechanical engineers resolve challenging design tasks. Confident working under pressure, self-motivated and able to work independently., • Candidates should have an HNC/HND or degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering, supported by relevant industry experience and a specialisation in PCB design., • In return, they offer an excellent package and a stimulating environment that will encourage you to be your best. Salary and job title will be based on your experience and expertise. They provide the training, professional development and support that you need to complete your projects. They are a versatile business and are able to support career progression in many dimensions including technical, commercial and managerial. They offer hybrid working potential with 3 days required in the office., • They are based just south of Cambridge with easy road and rail routes to the vibrant city centre. They provide a friendly and supportive working environment including regular on-site and off-site social events.

Junior Software Developer, C++, Scientific Software, COR7471 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Junior / Graduate Software Developer with a strong focus on C++ to join a world-leading scientific R&D company based in Cambridge, specialising in the design and development of hardware and software tools for pioneering research. The Role The Junior Software Developer will support the development and maintenance of Windows-based scientific applications used by researchers globally, with a primary focus on C++ development. Working as part of a small, collaborative development team, you’ll contribute to implementing new features, fixing bugs, testing software, and supporting integration with third-party hardware and data formats. Python will be used where appropriate for scripting, automation, and supporting tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career developer looking to build strong, hands-on experience in C++ within a scientific software environment, while learning from experienced engineers in a cutting-edge research setting. The Company The Software Developer will be joining a long-established and highly respected scientific technology company, renowned for its contributions to scientific research. The organisation develops both hardware and software solutions used by researchers worldwide to advance scientific discovery. With a supportive and collaborative culture, the company offers strong mentoring and career development opportunities, making it an ideal environment for someone looking to grow their technical skills, particularly in C++ development. Benefits • Gym membership, • 23 days’ holiday + Bank Holidays, • A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, • Strong experience in C++ (commercial, internship, placement, or significant academic project work), • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and core C++ concepts, • Experience with Python for scripting, data processing, or testing would be beneficial, • Familiarity with Windows development or Visual Studio would be advantageous Junior Software Developer, C++, Scientific Software Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business. #INDDEV #ChannelA #MR

Senior Mechanical EngineerWe're delighted to be working with an established, technology driven engineering firm, seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of advanced manufacturing equipment, used by leading research institutions and commercial organisations worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically innovative environment and play a key role in delivering complex, precision-engineered systems. Key Responsibilities • Define integration requirements for new equipment, including mechanical and optical systems, • Lead mechanical design, integration, and project coordination with internal teams and external suppliers, • Design tooling and mechanical components to improve manufacturing efficiency, safety, quality, and reliability, • Establish and oversee acceptance testing to ensure performance requirements are achieved, • Produce clear technical documentation and engineering records, • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, • Demonstrated technical leadership experience within a high-tech industrial environment, • Experience managing technical projects, including planning schedules, budgets, and resources, • Strong mechanical design capability, • Proficiency with SolidWorks and experience in electro-mechanical, thermo-mechanical, or opto-mechanical design, • Ability to interpret complex technical specifications and requirements, • Strong communication, presentation, and technical documentation skills, • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) For registration purposes, please let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding text boxes or images. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus' Privacy Policy

Job Title: Systems Engineer II – Audio & Lab Systems Location: Cambridge, UK – Onsite Duration: 11 Months (Possible to extend) About the Role: We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join research team working on cutting-edge audio data collection systems for virtual and augmented reality applications. This is an exciting opportunity to work with advanced prototype devices, state-of-the-art audio labs, and motion capture systems to support innovative R&D projects. You will be responsible for managing lab infrastructure, performing data collection, and improving hardware and software systems to enhance research efficiency. This is a highly independent role, ideal for engineers who thrive on solving complex system-level challenges. Key Responsibilities: • Set up, configure, and test prototype devices, audio equipment, and motion capture systems, • Manage and maintain device networks, including switches and related infrastructure, • Perform multimodal data collections in controlled lab environments, • Debug and resolve system issues ranging from localized to full system-level problems, • Contribute to hardware and software improvements for more efficient data collection, • Support and guide internal and external volunteers in lab operations Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar field (significant industry experience may be considered), • 2+ years of experience with systems integrating hardware, firmware, and software, • 2+ years experience in Python, scripting, Linux administration, • Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and device configuration, • Experience with audio equipment and digital audio data, • Meticulous attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with motion tracking systems, • Experience with large-scale automated data collection and analysis, • Experience configuring and managing network switches and device networks, • Experience with prototype hardware devices and Android/ADB command line, • Familiarity with automation of configuration management and deployment Skills & Competencies: • Systems integration and testing, • Audio capture and analysis, • Networking and lab infrastructure management, • Python, Linux, and scripting, • Problem-solving and independent working

Project Manager | Cambridge | £55,000 Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in complex engineering programmes? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where precision, leadership, and customer focus are key? This opportunity offers full ownership of high-value projects for a global supplier in a highly regulated industry. You’ll lead integrated project teams, manage customer relationships, and drive delivery across the full product lifecycle — from concept to closure. As Project Manager, you will benefit from: • 25 days annual leave (plus 8 public holidays), • Pension scheme – Scottish Widows, 5% employer contribution (opt-in available before 90 days), • Health insurance – Simply Health, no waiting period, • Cycle to Work Scheme – discounts on bicycles and accessories, • Employee Assistance Programme – Health Assured, no waiting period, • Life assurance – 2x annual salary, provided by Canada Life, • Bereavement counselling via Canada Life – no waiting period, • Managing projects to meet delivery, cost, quality, and weight targets, • Acting as the primary customer contact and leading project meetings, • Maintaining project plans and negotiating contractual due dates, • Managing scope changes, budgets, and customer change proposals, • Project management experience within Engineering or similar regulated environments, • Proven ability to manage project P&L and deliver results, • Formal PM qualification such as APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or AGILE Practitioner (desirable), • Experience within the Aircraft or Aerospace sectors would be highly beneficial, • Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or related field

Mechanical Engineer - Programme Manager - Drug Delivery Devices A period of significant growth has created an opportunity for a Programme Manager with a strong Mechanical Engineering background and deep, hands-on experience in drug delivery device development. Based in Cambridge, you will lead multiple programmes focused on advancing next-generation delivery platforms. Some projects will see you mentoring and guiding junior engineers, while others will require you to take ownership of core mechanical design activities yourself. We are seeking someone who is currently working at the forefront of drug delivery technologies-such as autoinjectors, inhalers, infusion systems, wearable delivery devices, or other combination products-and who is confident translating complex user, clinical, and regulatory requirements into robust mechanical solutions. Experience with electro-mechanical medical devices is highly advantageous, as many of the programmes you will lead involve integrated systems and multidisciplinary collaboration. To succeed in this role, you will need to be commercially minded, able to balance technical innovation with real-world product viability. You should have experience successfully taking medical or drug delivery products through development and into market launch, understanding the commercial, regulatory, and manufacturing considerations that shape decision-making. This is a highly collaborative environment, so you must be comfortable working closely with internal teams, external partners, clients, and suppliers to drive programmes forward efficiently and strategically. A strong academic foundation in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is expected. A master's degree or PhD would be beneficial, but industry experience in developing regulated drug delivery systems is the key requirement. Familiarity with EN60601 is useful, and a solid working knowledge of ISO 13485 and design controls for combination products is essential. The technologies you will help shape are genuinely life-changing-innovative drug delivery systems that improve therapeutic outcomes, enhance patient adherence, and ultimately transform lives on a global scale. This position involves extensive communication with internal teams, external partners, and clients, so experience in roles requiring regular project updates, stakeholder management, and cross-functional coordination will be valuable. Many individuals who excel in this environment have a naturally technical mindset and enjoy hands-on problem solving-whether that's building drones, programming, tinkering with engines, or similar hobbies. If this sounds like you, make sure it's visible on your CV. In return, you'll join a world-class organisation offering a clear career development pathway, continuous technical training, an excellent salary, bonus scheme, enhanced pension, medical insurance, free meals, and the full suite of benefits expected from a global blue-chip company. Interest in this role will be high, so early applications are encouraged. For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and DeepTech Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on . Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.

A Lead Test Engineer with a proven background in an Electronic Manufacturing environment will bring their commitment to quality and service, their ability to inspire a team and their hands-on skills to an award-winning Technology company offering a competitive salary package and career stability. The successful Lead Electronic Test Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the efficient production of a range of mission critical electronic and mechanical devices; undertaking troubleshooting and resolving issues, maintaining detailed documentation – adhering to quality and safety standards. The ideal Lead Electronic Test Engineer will bring: • A formal Electronic Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent)., • Hands-on fault finding skills, SMT soldering skills and experience of working with a range of test equipment., • Knowledge of electronic assembly techniques and a good understanding of manufacturing processes., • Ability to read schematics., • Familiarity with EMC standards., • Experience of leading a small team of technicians.

Mechanical Engineer - Cancer Instrumentation - Cambridge A growing division within an established Medical Devices organisation in South Cambridge is currently seeking an experienced Medical Devices Mechanical Engineer to contribute to their ongoing development of cutting-edge cancer instrumentation, aimed at improving patient recovery rates. This company is expanding its team dedicated to Medical Devices Instrumentation, primarily focusing on Cancer Instrumentation. Ideally, they are looking for candidates with prior experience in Medical Devices Instrumentation. However, they are open to considering candidates who have worked on other types of Medical Devices, provided they were developed to ISO 13485 standards. The company offers state-of-the-art labs and workshops to facilitate your success in developing these life-saving technologies. You will also receive ongoing training and development to ensure you stay at the forefront of technological advancements. In addition to relevant experience, it is expected that you hold a relevant degree in mechanical engineering or a related field that has prepared you for a career within the Medical Devices sector. As mentioned, you will be working on life-saving technologies, benefiting from continued career and skills development, and rewarded with an excellent starting salary, pension, life assurance, bonuses, healthcare, dental coverage, and other benefits typically associated with large multinational organisations. Due to the anticipated high level of interest in this role, we recommend that if you are interested, you submit your application promptly and specify the types of Medical Devices you have experience working on. For further information, please do not hesitate to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, on , or submit an application, and a member of our Newton Colmore team will contact you. Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Field Service Engineering sectors.

Production Engineering ManagerAbout the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Production Engineering Manager to establish and lead a newly formed Production Engineering function within a high-technology engineering organisation. This role will bridge the gap between research & development and manufacturing, ensuring innovative products are successfully transitioned from development into robust, scalable and efficient production. Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Function Development * Build, lead and develop a high-performing Production Engineering team across electronics, mechanical and software disciplines. * Define the structure, responsibilities and best practices for the Production Engineering function. * Foster a collaborative, solutions-focused culture centred on continuous improvement. New Product Introduction (NPI) * Lead the structured transfer of products from R&D into manufacturing. * Establish and manage a robust New Product Introduction (NPI) framework. * Ensure products are production-ready across: * Assembly * Test * Calibration * Programming * Scale-up * Embed Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Test (DFT) principles early in development. * Ensure all documentation, tooling, BOMs and processes are in place before production launch. Skills & ExperienceEssential * Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering (Electronic, Mechanical, Software, Manufacturing or related discipline). * Significant experience in Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or NPI leadership. * Proven experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams. * Strong understanding of: * Electronics manufacturing and PCB assembly * Mechanical production processes * Production test systems and automation * Software release and configuration control within manufacturing

Engineering Contracts ManagerWe are seeking an experienced Engineering Contracts Manager to join our Estates and Asset Management team. The organisation oversees a large, diverse, and complex operational estate comprising hundreds of buildings that support a wide range of activities, from research and innovation to day-to-day operations.This role is central to ensuring that maintenance delivery contracts are strategically planned, commercially robust, and effectively managed. You will help safeguard a multi-billion-pound estate and contribute to long-term sustainability and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will: • Lead the development of contract strategies, aligning multi-year maintenance frameworks with organisational asset and sustainability objectives., • Manage the full contract lifecycle, including tendering, evaluation, award, administration, and closeout., • Negotiate high-value engineering contracts and resolve commercial disputes while ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations., • Monitor contractor performance against SLAs and KPIs, driving accountability, value for money, and continuous improvement., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to influence commercial outcomes and ensure strong risk management., • Champion process improvement, governance, and the use of digital tools to enhance contract management., • Proven experience managing maintenance contracts across multi-building estates, including mechanical and electrical systems., • Strong knowledge of contract frameworks such as NEC and JCT, and familiarity with SLAs, KPIs, and risk-reward mechanisms., • Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships., • A proactive approach to risk management, compliance, and problem-solving in a dynamic environment., • Strong analytical and report-writing skills, with the ability to interpret data and support strategic decision-making., • Competitive salary with structured progression and annual cost-of-living adjustments., • Generous annual leave to support work-life balance., • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements., • Family-friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave and access to childcare support were available., • A high-quality pension scheme with substantial employer contributions., • Access to a wide range of retail, travel, and lifestyle discounts. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Director of Building Services- Cambridge Are you an experienced building services leader looking for your next strategic challenge? A thriving multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy is recruiting a Senior Director of Building Services to lead, grow and shape their engineering team. This is an exceptional opportunity to take ownership of a talented building services design team and play a major role in driving project excellence, client relationships and business growth within a well-established consultancy. Director - Building Services Responsibilities • Lead and develop the building services team, ensuring high quality technical delivery, performance management and professional development., • Act as a key client-facing figure, cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with existing and new clients., • Drive commercial success by securing new work, managing fee income and overseeing financial performance against targets., • Collaborate with senior leaders across disciplines to contribute to wider business strategy and integrated multidisciplinary solutions., • Proven track record in building services leadership, with strong experience in business development and financial management., • Chartered or degree-level background in building services, mechanical or electrical engineering (CEng/MSc desirable)., • Excellent communicator with the ability to engage clients and inspire teams., • Commercially astute with a passion for delivering technically excellent and commercially successful engineering solutions., • Excellent financial control and awareness of projections, targets and pipeline management., • Proved Business Development track record, • Must have a full clean driving license and access to own transport. Salary: £90,000 - £100,000+ • Discretionary Bonus, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional leave over the festive period., • Competitive salary with regular market benchmarking and reviews., • Employer pension contribution., • Health cash plan., • Support for professional memberships and ongoing training., • Structured development, mentoring and internal coaching., • Family-friendly employment policies., • Cycle to Work scheme., • On-site parking at regional offices., • Season ticket loan where applicable., • Death in service cover., • Early finish incentives linked to company performance., • Paid volunteering leave (up to two days per year)., • Health and mental wellbeing initiatives., • Employee referral programme. REF: 21275MC

Our client is a fabless semiconductor company developing breakthrough radio-frequency (RF) technology that significantly simplifies RF front-end architectures for mobile and connected devices. They are now searching for a Semiconductor RF Product Engineer to own RF module/IC product lifecycle from requirements to manufacturable, customer-ready release as well as to act as technical bridge across RF, IC, software, test, manufacturing, and commercial teams. The role will involve defining specs, lead validation/testing & datasheets and support NPI, DfM/DfT, yield to enable customer engagements. Required skills for the Semiconductor RF Product Engineer will include: • Strong RF or mixed signal IC product engineering experience, • RF measurement and validation knowledge, • Semiconductor manufacturing knowledge and customer support experience, • Strong communication skills, • Degree qualified Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.

We are currently supporting a client who is looking to hire a Senior RF Engineer on a full-time permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to work on a range of advanced RF and electronic systems within a technically driven engineering environment. Key duties will include but are not limited to: • Designing and developing RF circuits and subsystems., • Taking designs from initial concept through to testing and verification., • Working on RF components such as amplifiers, filters and frequency generation circuits., • Performing RF, microwave and analogue simulation and analysis., • Supporting system integration and working closely with wider engineering teams., • Communicating technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The successful candidate will have: • A degree-level qualification in Electronic Engineering or a related field., • Strong post-graduate experience in RF circuit and system design., • Proven experience delivering RF designs through the full development lifecycle., • Solid RF, microwave and analogue design skills., • Good communication and teamwork abilities. If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Ben ASAP or apply via this advert! We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality mechanical building services solutions across a wide range of sectors. You will support project leadership, mentor junior engineers, and provide strong technical input throughout all design stages. Responsibilities • Leading mechanical design packages from concept through detailed design, • Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders including Clients, Architects, Contractors, and multidisciplinary consultants, • Attending and contributing to design team meetings and workshops, • Undertaking calculations, system sizing, and producing technical reports, • Conducting site inspections and feeding back into the design process, • Supporting project planning, programme management, and commercial targets, • Working closely with other engineering disciplines to deliver fully coordinated MEP solutions, • Providing guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate mechanical engineers, • Ensuring compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and best practice guidelines Requirements • 5+ years’ experience within a UK Building Services Consultancy, • Strong understanding of mechanical building services, including HVAC, LTHW/CHW, public health interfaces, and low‑carbon solutions, • Proficiency in relevant industry software (e.g., Hevacomp, IES, CFD tools desirable), • Working knowledge of CAD/Revit and coordinated MEP modelling workflows, • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline, • Strong understanding of UK building regulations, sustainability standards, and industry best practice, • Up‑to‑date knowledge of Health & Safety and Environmental considerations, • Excellent communication skills and confidence working directly with clients and design partners, • Progress towards Chartership (CIBSE/IMechE) is highly advantageous

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Battery Systems Engineer to join a pioneering startup developing next‑generation battery technology. This is a hands‑on role for someone who loves building, testing and iterating quickly. You’ll take ownership of battery pack design from concept through to flight, working collaboratively within a fast‑moving, inventive engineering team. The Battery Systems Engineer will: • Design and develop lightweight, high‑performance battery packs for drone applications., • Create and implement effective thermal management solutions for performance and safety., • Assemble prototype packs in-house and support development toward manufacturable designs., • Design and integrate power electronics and BMS hardware within the overall system architecture., • Establish and run test programmes for performance, cycle life, thermal behaviour and safety validation. The Battery Systems Engineer will have: • A hands‑on, practical approach with enthusiasm for building, testing and improving hardware., • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline., • 3+ years’ experience working on battery systems, including pack design and power electronics., • Strong understanding of BMS architecture, protection strategies and charge/discharge behaviour., • Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, KiCAD or similar). If you enjoy end‑to‑end ownership, thrive in a collaborative startup environment and want to help develop cutting‑edge battery systems for next‑generation flight, this role offers the chance to make a real impact. Apply online and we will be in touch!

I’m working with a semiconductor company in Cambridge developing next-generation RF technology for mobile and connected devices. They’re building RF solutions that simplify front-end architectures and enable global connectivity across a wide range of products. They’re looking to bring in an RF Test Engineer to join the development team and work closely with RF and systems engineers to validate new hardware and ensure strong correlation between design and real-world performance. The role is hands-on and focused on measurement, characterisation and test development. You’ll be responsible for building robust RF test setups, running measurements, analysing results and feeding data back into the design team to support optimisation and product development. What you’ll be doing • Running RF measurements to evaluate hardware performance, • Executing 3GPP-based RF measurements (LTE / NR) covering transmitter and receiver performance, • Developing and maintaining repeatable RF test setups for product characterisation, • Working closely with design and systems engineers to provide measurement feedback and support design decisions, • Writing scripts and automation tools for test systems, • Ensuring measurements follow RF standards and good laboratory practices, • Supporting troubleshooting and performance investigations during development, • Documenting results and maintaining clear test recordsWhat they’re looking for, • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or similar, • Strong understanding of RF fundamentals (S-parameters, gain, noise figure, linearity, impedance matching), • Experience using RF test equipment such as VNAs, spectrum analysers and signal generators, • Experience with cellular RF measurements (3GPP LTE / NR), • Ability to develop and run repeatable RF test setups, • Some scripting experience for automation (Python or MATLAB), • Comfortable working with schematics and RF system diagrams, • Practical lab experience including PCB work and hardware debuggingThis role would suit someone who enjoys working closely with hardware and solving real engineering problems through measurement and data. The company offers a competitive salary, pension, share options, private healthcare and flexible working arrangements. The team is based in Cambridge and works closely together on site. If you’d like to hear more, feel free to reach out directly.

Senior Electronics Engineer Location: Cambridge, UK An exciting new opportunity has opened for a Senior Electronics Engineer to join an innovative technology company in Cambridge. As Senior Electronics Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of advanced electronic hardware, working across the full development lifecycle from concept through to testing and validation. The role of Senior Electronics Engineer will involve contributing to complex hardware design, supporting prototype development, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams. What you’ll do: Design and develop analogue and digital electronic circuits for advanced hardware systems. Create schematics, support PCB layout, and assist with component selection. Support prototype bring-up, testing, and debugging activities in the laboratory. Work closely with software, firmware, and mechanical engineers to ensure successful system integration. Contribute to design reviews and maintain clear engineering documentation. What we’re looking for: A degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Strong experience in analogue and digital circuit design and hardware development. Experience with schematic capture and PCB development tools. Hands-on experience with laboratory testing and debugging. Strong problem-solving ability and good communication skills within engineering teams. For more information or to apply please contact Chris Moffatt at IC Resources

The Account Representative (AR) serves as the primary contact between Ansys and customers in an assigned territory or set of named accounts or product/service lines. The Account Representative is responsible for maintaining existing customer accounts while also working to create new business. A successful Account Representative maximizes sales profitability, growth, and account penetration. Key Duties and Responsibilities • Performs sales activities; establishes, develops and maintains business relationships with current and/or prospective customers to maintain renewal business and generate new business for an assigned geographic area, set of named accounts or product/service line to achieve or exceed revenue objectives ., • Sells products/services through telephone as well as face-to-face contact ., • Uncover customers' pain points, negative consequences, and desired positive business outcomes to identify the best solution. Clearly present the value of the company's products/services through metrics and proof points while tying to the customer’s needs and differentiating from the competition., • Creates and maintains account plans for existing customers highlighting profile, share and value opportunities ., • Research sources for developing prospective customers or expanding to new groups of existing customers and for information to determine their potential ., • Develops clear and effective written proposals/quotations for current and prospective customers ., • Coordinates sales effort with marketing, account team, sales management, accounting, legal and technical services groups., • Provides accurate forecasts for new sales and renewal revenues ., • Participates in trade shows and conventions; schedules training and seminars to enhance new business opportunities . Minimum Education/Certification Requirements and Experience • Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree in technical, engineering, business or related field with 1+ years professional experience OR 3+ years related experience, • Fluent in English, • Travel: up to 50% Preferred Qualifications and Skills • Basic understanding of engineering analysis and technology ., • Knowledge of the specific territory, product line, or customer(s) a plus, • Basic understanding of sales fundamentals or aptitude to learn, • Ability to manage multiple opportunities and priorities while tracking progress ., • Aptitude for problem-solving; ability to determine appropriate solutions for customers ., • Strong communication and organizational skills, • Strong presentation and persuasion skills, • Ability to coordinate internal and external ecosystems., • Ability to network using direct (face-to-face) or indirect (email, phone, social media) technology.

Socode are partnering with an exciting defence company who are developing advanced surveillance systems used across defence, border security and critical infrastructure environments. As their customer base continues to grow, they’re looking to bring in a service PM to take ownership of customer support, field assets and technical delivery across their systems. This is a customer-facing, hands-on role sitting at the centre of engineering, sales and operations. You’ll be responsible for resolving technical issues, supporting demonstrations and training, and ensuring systems in the field are operating reliably and consistently. What will you be doing? • Acting as the primary point of contact for customer technical support, diagnosing and resolving issues to minimise downtime, • Taking ownership of the RMA process, ensuring faults, returns and repairs are managed efficiently and reported accurately, • Maintaining demo systems and radar sites, ensuring high availability for demonstrations and training, • Supporting and delivering customer training sessions, ensuring users can operate systems effectively, • Working closely with engineering, production and sales teams to resolve issues and improve overall system performance, • Supporting pre-sales and post-sales technical activities, including demonstrations and field deployments, • Monitoring support performance against SLAs, ensuring response times and customer expectations are consistently met, • Contributing to continuous improvement of support processes, tools and reporting What are they looking for? • Experience supporting complex technical systems, ideally within radar, RF, surveillance or security technologies, • Strong fault-finding skills across hardware, software and integrated systems, • Proven experience in a customer-facing technical role, able to communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders, • Ability to take ownership of issues and drive them through to resolution, • Comfortable working across multiple teams in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment, • Organised and structured approach to managing workload, priorities and processes, • Degree in Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience) Nice to have • Experience working with radar or electronic scanning systems, • Background in defence, security or critical infrastructure environments, • Experience delivering technical training or customer demonstrations, • Familiarity with compliance requirements such as OFCOM licensing or regulated environments, • IOSH or similar safety qualification, or willingness to obtain

This is a key role within one of Europe’s fastest-scaling engineering startups in Cambridge, at a pivotal stage of growth. The company is developing next-generation micro-turbojet technology with direct impact on the aerospace and defence sectors, and is now expanding its turbomachinery team. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of the engine’s hot section, with a focus on the combustor. You will work closely with specialists in turbomachinery, aerothermal performance and stress analysis, taking ownership throughout the full development lifecycle. Working in a fast-paced startup environment where you can experience every stage of the product lifecycle, from initial concept through to full engine testing, all within a state-of-the-art facility. This is a highly hands-on role, offering the opportunity to see your work rapidly progress from design to reality. You will be responsible for the design, analysis, and development of the combustor, with a focus on sheet-metal design, fabrication methods, and the production of detailed engineering drawings with GD&T. Working closely with manufacturing partners, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality components at pace. You will also perform stress FEA on high-temperature components using ANSYS, contribute to the understanding of thermal and flow behaviour within the combustion system, and support both subsystem and full-engine testing. Requirements: • A strong foundation in mechanical design (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree), • Experience creating engineering drawings and applying GD&T, • Proficiency in CAD (Siemens NX preferred, others considered), • Experience or interest in sheet metal design, fabrication, and precision components, • Experience or interest in FEA (ANSYS preferred; CFD exposure is advantageous), • An interest in combustion systems, hot structures, or high-temperature materials, • A proactive, self-starting mindset with the ability to take ownership and drive work forward

Big on RF system design & development at component level? Ready for a role where your ideas actually matter and will shape product development? Keen to work on diverse projects with real innovation? We are looking for a hands-on RF Design Engineer to join an innovative tech company near Cambridge. On a day to day basis you will be involved in: • Designing, developing, and optimising RF systems at component level, • Leading integration, testing, and solving complex technical challenges, • Collaborating across hardware, software, and audio teams, • Creating detailed technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and performance assessments What do we need from you? • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field., • Extensive experience in RF design and development, ideally within the telecommunications industry., • Comprehensive knowledge of RF systems and technologies, including design, simulation, and testing., • Proven hands-on design experience & component selection, • Experience with simulation tools (ADS, CST) and hands-on PCB work, • Strong time management and communication skills, with a history of delivering projects or tasks on time and with high quality. What can you expect in return? • Salary in the region of £60,000 - £85,000, dependent on experience, • Flexible working hours, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Pension, dental care and healthcare, • Support of staff wellbeing, • Discounted gym membership, • Subsidised Hub on site restaurant, • Large, free car parking on site and electric car charging points, • Electric Car Scheme, • Social events and activities Please note - this is a FULLY ONSITE role. If you are interested to learn more, click the link to apply with your CV today!

Mechanical Engineers – Life Science & Healthcare Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent We're working with a leading Cambridge-based technology consultancy that is expanding its Mechanical Engineering capability across Life Science and Healthcare. This opportunity offers the chance to work on a broad range of technically challenging and commercially impactful projects, from early-stage concept development through to product realisation and manufacture. The Role You will contribute to the design and development of innovative products across areas such as: • Drug delivery devices (injectables, inhalation, combination products), • Diagnostics and laboratory instrumentation, • Surgical and minimally invasive devices, • Complex electromechanical systems Depending on experience, responsibilities may include: • Concept generation, detailed design, and system architecture development, • Engineering analysis, prototyping, and technical problem solving, • Design for manufacture and transfer to production, • Working within regulated environments (e.g. ISO 13485), • Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams (electronics, software, science), • Engaging with clients and contributing to technical direction Requirements • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, • Experience in product development within medtech, life science, or a similarly regulated industry, • Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, analysis, and manufacturing processes, • Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or similar, • Understanding of design controls and risk management processes is beneficial, • Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team The Environment This is a consultancy setting, offering exposure to a variety of technologies, clients, and development challenges. The role suits engineers who are adaptable, technically curious, and motivated by solving complex problems. Location Cambridge-based, with on-site collaboration expected.

We are recruiting an Electronics Engineer to support the transition of advanced electronic products from development into scalable, production-ready manufacturing. This is a hands-on role focused on electronics production engineering, test development, and manufacturing optimisation, working across both R&D and production environments. The Role You will take ownership of the electronic aspects of production readiness, ensuring products are designed, tested, and built in a way that is robust, repeatable, and scalable. Key areas include: • NPI and transfer to manufacturing, • Production test strategy and development, • Electronics manufacturing processes, • Continuous improvement and fault resolution What You Will Be Doing New Product Introduction (NPI) • Support transfer of products from R&D into manufacturing, • Define and manage BOMs within ERP systems, • Lead electronics workstreams within NPI projects, • Ensure designs meet DFM / DFT requirements, • Work with design teams to deliver manufacturable solutions Production Test & Development • Define and implement production test strategies, • Design and build test fixtures, jigs, and ATE systems, • Support development of test software and scripts, • Deliver robust end-of-line testing and calibration Manufacturing Process Development • Improve processes for:, • PCB assembly and integration, • Cable harnessing and electrical build, • Calibration and system integration, • Work with suppliers to maintain build quality and yield, • Resolve production queries related to electronics Continuous Improvement • Improve efficiency, quality, and repeatability, • Reduce build time and increase production yield, • Support cost reduction through design and process improvements, • Implement engineering changes to improve manufacturability Production Support • Troubleshoot PCB and system-level issues, • Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions, • Support non-conformance and CAPA processes, • Apply structured problem-solving methods (e.g. 8D, FMEA, SPC) Documentation & Control • Create clear production documentation:, • Build and test procedures, • Calibration and programming instructions, • Assembly and work instructions, • Support configuration control and engineering change processes Cross-Functional Work • Act as the electronics link between R&D, Production, and Quality, • Support supplier engagement and improvements, • Help define standards and best practice within the team What We Are Looking For • Practical, hands-on electronics engineer, • Strong problem solver with a structured approach, • Comfortable working across development and manufacturing, • Detail-focused with strong documentation discipline, • Able to improve processes, not just maintain them Required Experience • Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or similar, • Experience in electronics production engineering or manufacturing, • Strong understanding of:, • PCB assembly and integration, • Production test methods, • Experience with relevant standards (e.g. ISO9001, IPC610, ESD), • Experience developing test fixtures or production verification processes, • Strong fault-finding capability at circuit and system level Desirable Experience • NPI experience (prototype to volume production), • Knowledge of DFM / DFT and lean manufacturing, • Calibration systems and electronic measurement equipment, • Exposure to scripting, automation, or test software, • Experience in regulated or quality-controlled environments What’s On Offer • Opportunity to shape a new Production Engineering function, • Direct involvement in bringing advanced products into manufacture, • Strong collaboration across engineering and production, • Career development within a high-technology environment, • Competitive salary and benefits This role suits someone who can take ownership of electronics in production, ensuring products are built, tested, and delivered to a consistently high standard.

The Role As a Software Engineer within Production Engineering, you will focus on developing software tools and automation that support manufacturing processes, product testing, and system configuration. This position combines software development with hands-on engineering collaboration across hardware, embedded systems, and production teams. Salary: Competitive Location: Cambridge Structure: Onsite What You’ll Be Doing: • Supporting the transfer of products from R&D into engineering and manufacturing environments., • Developing automated test solutions for functional verification, calibration, and system validation., • Integrating test software with fixtures and automated test equipment (ATE)., • Designing and implementing processes for firmware flashing, software installation, and product configuration., • Ensuring traceability and version control of software throughout the product lifecycle., • Driving improvements in manufacturing efficiency through automation and tooling enhancements., • Supporting root cause analysis and resolution of production issues., • Producing and maintaining clear technical documentation and release processes., • Acting as a key interface between R&D, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams. Essential Skills & Experience: • Degree (or equivalent experience) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or related field., • Experience developing software tools for production test or process automation., • Strong experience with LabVIEW for test automation., • Understanding of software release processes and configuration control., • Ability to troubleshoot software and firmware issues in hardware-integrated systems., • Strong documentation skills and attention to detail., • Comfortable working across both development and manufacturing environments. Desirable Experience (Not Required): • Experience supporting NPI (New Product Introduction) from prototype to production., • Familiarity with embedded firmware programming tools., • Knowledge of manufacturing test systems and calibration workflows., • Experience with additional languages such as Python or C/C++., • Understanding of engineering change control and quality standards (e.g., ISO9001)., • Exposure to complex electronics, imaging systems, or embedded technologies. Who You Are: • Practical and solution-oriented in your approach to engineering challenges., • Analytical when investigating issues and identifying improvements., • Comfortable working across multidisciplinary teams and environments., • Detail-focused, particularly when dealing with traceability and production processes., • Self-motivated and adaptable, with a willingness to contribute to a growing team. What’s On Offer: • Opportunity to help shape a newly formed Production Engineering function., • Work on advanced, real-world technologies used in demanding environments., • Strong collaboration across R&D and manufacturing teams., • Career development and training opportunities., • Competitive salary and benefits package.

Mechanical Design Authority Looking for more than “just another senior design role”? This is your chance to take real ownership - leading from the front, shaping products built for tough environments, and guiding a talented team to deliver solutions that make an impact worldwide. As the Mechanical Design Authority, you will be the technical voice of confidence. You will set the direction, challenge assumptions, and make the key decisions that take complex products from concept right through to successful volume production. Along the way, you’ll mentor engineers, work closely with suppliers, and ensure every design is robust, repeatable, and right first time. Why this role? • Authority & Influence – Be the person the business trusts to set the standard., • Innovation & Challenge – Push the boundaries of mechanical design with integrated electronics., • Impact & Delivery – See your work go from drawings to global products in real-world use., • Growth & Collaboration – Join an ambitious business where your expertise will shape the next generation of products. What you’ll bring: • A degree/diploma in Mechanical Engineering, • Proven track record leading designs into volume manufacture, • Expertise in injection moulding and mechanical design for electronics, • The ability to consolidate complex requirements into clear, deliverable solutions, • Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skill, • Experience with acoustics, RF integration, cable design or electronics would be a bonus., • Prepared to undertake international travel (2 long haul + 2 short haul trips a year), • Eligible for UK Baseline Security Clearance plus a valid passport and driving licence What’s on offer: • Salary of £65,000 – £80,000, depending on experience, • Private health & dental care, • Subsidised onsite restaurant, • Enhanced pension contribution, • Flexible working hours, • Employee assistance program, • Large free parking area, • Social events If you are interested to learn more, click the link below to apply with your CV today!

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’re seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Cambridge office. Our local office supports projects across the region and draws on technical expertise from across the firm—particularly in complex sectors such as science & research and healthcare. This is an exciting moment to join our Cambridge office: we’re growing in the UK and internationally. We offer the stability of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that address the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs. You will own project deliverables, manage elements of the internal delivery team, and liaise with multidisciplinary colleagues, clients and contractors to ensure holistic, compliant and commercially aware solutions. You will typically lead defined elements and smaller projects (Engineer) or take full lead responsibility for larger schemes and broader client engagement (Senior Engineer). You will be helping to develop junior staff and foster relationships that support future business growth. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Take briefs and deliver electrical design work from inception through to completion., • Produce electrical calculations, drawings and technical documentation that comply with relevant regulations, design guides and client standards., • Ensure quality standards and technical accuracy across deliverables., • Coordinate electrical design with other disciplines (MEP and our specialist groups) and third‑party consultants., • Review and comment on technical information provided by contractors and sub‑contractors; check site installations against the design intent., • Attend and report at design team meetings, client meetings and project meetings., • Witness selected testing and commissioning activities and support handover documentation., • Manage own workload to meet programme deliverables and report progress to your line manager., • Contribute to the professional development of junior colleagues. Additional responsibilities for Senior Engineer: • Develop briefs and take responsibility for delivering a small project or the electrical discipline on a significant/complex scheme., • Exercise considerable autonomy and take ownership for technical decisions and project delivery within cost constraints., • Delegate, manage and check work undertaken by others; mentor and motivate colleagues across project teams., • Play an active role in commercial aspects (scope, risk, cost control) and ensure outputs meet project and budgetary requirements. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Building Services Engineering; industry membership preferred., • Working towards or holding IEng/CEng., • Strong technical competence in LV distribution, lighting, earthing/protection and emergency/standby systems; able to produce calculations and drawings., • Proficient with industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical) and MS Office., • Able to work independently: deliver an element of a project (Engineer) or lead discipline/small projects and larger schemes (Senior)., • Effective communicator with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and liaising with clients/contractors., • Experience of site checking, witnessing testing/commissioning and reviewing contractor submissions., • Demonstrable commitment to meeting programmes and quality standards; commercially aware., • Supportive team player who mentors junior staff and pursues continuous professional development (Senior expected to supervise; Engineer to support). 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 an 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. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. 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. 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Senior Hardware Engineer If you enjoy solving complex engineering problems in safety-critical environments and want to see your designs move from concept through to real-world deployment, this could be YOUR next step. This well-established, technology-driven organisation in the Cambridge area is investing heavily in its next generation of products and is looking to bring in an experienced Senior Hardware Engineer to strengthen a highly capable Baseband Hardware team. You will be joining a collaborative, technically ambitious environment where engineers are trusted with ownership, encouraged to influence design decisions, and supported to develop both technically and professionally. Why this role? • Work on technically demanding, safety-critical electronic platforms, • Take real ownership of features and subsystems within major product developments, • Be part of a stable, growing engineering group with long-term product roadmaps, • Influence design decisions from early architecture through to verification, • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across hardware, systems and verification What you will be doing: • Owning delivery of defined product features or significant sections of larger platforms, • Designing intrinsic safety circuitry for ATEX-certified products, including thermal management and current-limiting strategies, • Developing microprocessor-based systems with integrated sensors, • Creating efficient, low-power power-supply architectures for demanding operating environments, • Designing audio amplifier solutions up to 10W, • Leading design verification, EMC validation and system-level testing, • Producing high-quality technical documentation to support release and certification, • Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams What we need from you: • A degree in an engineering discipline (or equivalent industry experience), • Proven experience developing hardware for ATEX-certified or intrinsically safe environments, • Strong understanding of intrinsic-safety principles and regulatory compliance pathways, • Experience with microprocessor systems, low-power architectures and power-saving strategies, • Confidence across serial interfaces such as I²S, I²C, UART and USB (USB 3.0 particularly welcome), • The ability to communicate complex designs clearly through written technical documentation, • A proactive, collaborative mindset and comfort working in evolving development programmes An added bonus……. • EMC and ESD design experience at component and system level, • Exposure to complex mixed-signal architectures, • Audio system design experience, • Familiarity with embedded Linux environments, board bring-up or driver integration What can you expect in return: • Salary in the range of £65,000 - £85,000, dependent on experience, • Private health and dental care, • Subsidised onsite restaurant, • Enhanced pension contribution, • Flexible working hours, • Employee assistance programme, • Free onsite parking, • Regular social events Interested? If this sounds like the kind of role where you could make a real impact, I’d welcome a confidential conversation. Get in touch to find out more.

Socode are partnering with a Cambridge-based technology company developing advanced digital manufacturing systems designed to improve sustainability in industrial production. As their engineering team continues to grow, they’re looking to hire an Lead Inkjet Technologist to support the development and reliability of their industrial inkjet systems. This is a hands-on role within a multidisciplinary engineering team. You’ll work closely with mechanical, fluidic, electronics and software engineers to diagnose issues, run experiments and ensure the inkjet system performs reliably in production environments. What will you be doing? • Supporting the development and optimisation of industrial inkjet systems, • Diagnosing jetting behaviour and system performance issues, • Investigating reliability problems and identifying root causes, • Running experiments to test performance and validate solutions, • Reviewing new designs to identify potential reliability risks, • Working across disciplines to resolve system-level issues, • Supporting commissioning and early production deployment of machines, • Documenting results and contributing to engineering improvements What are they looking for? • Degree in Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline, • At least 5 years’ experience working with industrial inkjet systems, • Practical understanding of inkjet development and system integration, • Experience diagnosing jetting or printhead reliability issues, • Strong experimental problem-solving skills, • Comfortable working hands-on with complex hardware, • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering team Nice to have • Experience with piezoelectric drop-on-demand inkjet systems, • Background in fluid systems or fluid dynamics, • Experience with droplet imaging or jet analysis tools, • Exposure to digital printing or precision deposition systems

Principal Electronics Engineer Location: Cambridge, UK An exciting new opportunity has opened for a Principal Electronics Engineer to join a technology-focused engineering team in Cambridge. As Principal Electronics Engineer, you will take a leading role in the design and development of advanced electronic systems, working across the full hardware lifecycle from architecture through to validation. The role of Principal Electronics Engineer will involve driving technical decisions, leading complex hardware development, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams. What you’ll do: Lead the design and development of complex analogue and digital electronic systems. Define hardware architecture and guide projects from concept through to production. Oversee schematic design, PCB development, and component selection. Support prototype bring-up, testing, and debugging activities. Collaborate with embedded software, firmware, and mechanical teams to ensure successful system integration. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers within the team. What we’re looking for: A degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Extensive experience in analogue and digital circuit design and PCB development. Strong understanding of hardware development processes from concept through to production. Experience leading complex engineering projects or providing technical leadership. Excellent problem-solving ability and communication skills within multidisciplinary teams. For more information or to apply please contact Chris Moffatt at IC Resources.

ABOUT ZOMP ZOMP spun out from the University of Cambridge. We have built the world’s first 3D imaging cytometer to deliver unmatched fluorescence and label-free 3D imaging for use in cell analysis and sorting. Join us in enabling new life science discoveries. YOUR ROLE As a critical member of the team, your role is to support the development of product hardware and software to enable the commercial launch of our 3D imaging cell sorter and analyser, including: • Developing microscopy hardware and laser optics., • Designing electrical circuits and PCBs, as well as embedded devices, to power and control instrumentation., • Understanding or experience in instrument control, automation or robotics is ideal, especially using Python., • Provide practical support for ongoing R&D projects, assisting scientists with experimental execution and data gathering., • Contribute ideas and observations based on hands-on experience with the technology and biological applications. WE NEED YOU TO: • Focus your energy on the mission. To know what work to put your energy into and to give that work your undivided attention is critical to the success of the company., • Set yourself ambitious targets. Be bold in your goals and seek to grow your skills and abilities at ZOMP. We will support you in achieving who you want to be., • Take the shortest path to learn, knowing that momentum beats perfection. We are often happy with a task being 70% complete. Moving forward at pace, to iterate in small batches and learn quickly is the goal., • Understand your impact on others. Before you send that message, write that email or say what you want to say, consider how it might be perceived. Seek positive solutions in your interactions. QUALIFICATIONS • Hold a PhD or Masters in engineering, physics or similar. WHAT WE CAN OFFER • To learn from a world-class team, • A clear path of progression as the business grows, • A memorable journey building something new and valuable to many, • A culture that celebrates wins, and learns from misses, • A generous salary, • 42 days holiday (includes bank holidays), • Pension, • Cycle to work scheme, • Sick pay This job is suitable for candidates who have received a degree-level qualification and spent 2 to 4 years in an industrial setting solving a wide range of R&D problems. Application deadline: 5pm - Friday 24th April 2026.

As a Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering cutting edge solutions and integrated platforms within the biological sample and clinical instruments space for the entire consumables and instruments range in Azenta. The Systems Engineer takes ownership of the engineering lifecycle, including requirements, systems architecture, verification and validation and provides cohesion and co-ordination between multidisciplinary engineering disciplines (i.e. mechanical, electrical & software). The industries we serve have a growing requirement for regulatory quality control (GMP, Medical Devices, ISO etc). The Systems Engineering role shall support documentation and compliance to support adherence to these standards. Key responsibilities: • Takes ownership of complex system requirements, designing, defining and managing system requirements. Translating customer user needs into objective, measurable engineering requirements and creating test plans to ensure verification and validation., • Determines system specifications, documents interfaces and/or input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility., • Coordinates design of subsystems between engineering disciplines and ensures integration of total system., • Identifies, analyzes and resolves program support deficiencies., • Serves as the primary technical resource for design, manufacture and debug as the product(s) move to completion. Communications: • Ensure co-ordination/cohesion of engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Software and firmware., • Direct integration with Test team, • Communication and project transition with Commissioning and Service, • Interface with planning and procurement., • Involved in Sales Support activities to determine user requirements and develop special features., • Customer liaison during projects, providing the main technical contact. Skills and Aptitude Profile: • Degree level or equivalent experience in Controls Engineering or Mechanical/Electrical/Software engineer with system wide experience. Alternatively, a validation engineer with high degree of machinery/engineering experience., • Experience with Systems Engineering lifecycles is desirable, managing products from inception through to design and production., • Experience working in highly regulated industries and working to international regulatory standards., • At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role., • Experience with System-V model, including verification and validation., • Excellent communications and presentations skills, • Organizational and Co-ordination skills, • Project planning (Microsoft Project), • MS Office including PPT and Visio, • Some experienced with CAD is desirable

GPU Compiler Engineer European Tech Recruit are working closely with a leading semicon company, based in Cambridge, who are looking for a talented GPU Compiler Engineer to join their team. In this role you will architect, design, implement, verify, and/or optimize the performance and power of GPU cores. Responsibilities as GPU Compiler Engineer: • Apply GPU knowledge and experience to architect, design, implement, verify, and/or optimize the performance and power of GPU cores., • Build functional model simulations, develops software, and tests for various graphics to verify correctness and ensures performance and power goals are met., • Program and run graphics tests using tools and methods to assess functionality, performance, and power and identify issues., • Collaborate with teams, third-party vendors, and external users to guide implementation and ensure alignment with needs and goals., • Develop driver and compiler software to support GPU products., • Write detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions for GPU projects to guide users and/or customers to use or implement software. Requirements: • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field., • 5+ years of relevant GPU experience. If this role is of any interest please apply directly on LinkedIn or send a copy of your CV to . By applying to this role you understand that we may collect your personal data and store and process it on our systems. For more information please see our Privacy Notice ()

Our client, a pioneering Robotics and Technology company, is recruiting for a Robotics Control Engineer on a full-time permanent basis. This is a hybrid role with occasional travel. Key duties will include but are not limited to: • Assist with developing control algorithms to improve the performance of robotic systems., • Work closely with the wider team to ensure quality across the full software lifecycle., • Produce clear technical documentation covering system requirements., • Contribute to all stages of the system development lifecycle from concept to production., • Testing, debugging and verifying C++ code., • Support with field testing of robotic systems in real-world environments. The successful candidate will have: • Software Engineering / Computer Science Degree BSc / BEng / HND qualification or relevant experience., • Experience with C++, ROS, ROS2., • Strong experience with control systems., • Experience with motion planning., • Experience with Docker, CI/CD and unit testing., • Hardware integration experience with robotic platforms., • Experienced working within robotics. If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Ben ASAP or apply via this advert! We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

We’re hiring a Software Engineer to help dramatically accelerate the development of this companies’ bleeding edge engineering products. You’ll work closely with engineers across manufacturing, aerodynamics, mechanical, electronics and software to build internal tools where existing solutions are too slow, too expensive, or simply don’t exist. This Software Engineer role sits at the centre of design, manufacturing, prototyping and data, building tools that remove bottlenecks and enable elite teams to move faster and smarter. This is not a maintenance role. You’ll work with the best engineers in Cambridge to identify real problems, design solutions end‑to‑end, and ship tools that directly improve engineering throughput and quality. The position is office based in Central Cambridge, walking distance from the train station. You’ll have a high degree of autonomy, moving quickly either independently or in very small teams. Internal Tools Software Engineer essential requirements • Strong software engineering ability, • Background in another discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Electronics, Product Design, Manufacturing, • Something exceptional in your background, achievements or projects, • Experience owning problems end‑to‑end, • Interest in building tools that support real-world hardware engineering, • Use of AI assistants Internal Tools Software Engineer desirable skills • Internal tooling, developer tools or infrastructure experience, • Cloud or systems experience (ideally AWS), • Startup or high‑performance engineering environment, • TypeScript, Python, SQL, • Integrating with third-party platforms, apps, APIs/SDKs, plugins, CLIs, etc Position: Internal Tools Software Engineer Location: Central Cambridge Salary: £50-75k Benefits: Great equity, healthcare Desirable skills: Apply: jamie AT enterpriserecruitment DOT com I’m not an engineer myself, but have a BSc in Computer Science so have a technical understanding. Feel free to send your CV and I can match you to our other suitable roles. I specialise in recruiting software and electronic engineers for technology companies throughout the UK.

We are supporting a leading Robotics & Technology company based in Cambridge who are looking to add a Senior Software Engineer to their growing team. This is a full-time permanent position with hybrid working. International travel may be required. Key responsibilities will include: • Lead on the design, development and testing for software applications., • Oversee testing, debug and code verification before production., • Put together technical documentation and report back to internal stakeholders., • Work across full system development lifecycle., • Perform field testing as and when required., • Work closely with wider engineering teams. The Successful candidate will have: • Software Engineering / Computer Science Degree BSc / BEng / HND qualification or relevant experience., • Experience with C++, ROS, ROS2., • Strong understanding of Linux., • Experience with Git., • Strong hardware experience., • Exceptional communicational skills and stakeholder management experience. If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Ben ASAP or apply via this advert! We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

Job Title: Senior Field Applications Engineer Location: Cambridge, England onsite About the role: As a Senior Field Application Engineer, you will play a critical role in providing technical expertise and support to our customers. You will empower and guide them on designing and deploying Baya's IP into their products. You will work closely with our sales and engineering teams to understand customer requirements, troubleshoot technical issues, and deliver customized solutions that exceed expectations. Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for key customers, providing guidance and support throughout the product development lifecycle., • Assist in the design and implementation of customized solutions to meet customer-specific requirements., • Construct innovative topologies and develop reusable configuration templates to creatively guide Baya’s platform in meeting customer requirements while achieving optimal PPA metrics., • Develop and deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and training sessions to customers, partners, and internal teams., • Provide timely resolution to customer inquiries, issues and concerns, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction., • 5+ years of experience in a field application engineering or customer-facing technical role, with a master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field., • Experience in designing or supporting complex SoC, from architecture definition to tape-out, addressing implementation challenges on advanced process nodes., • Understanding of RAS and reliability for enterprise and infrastructure markets is a plus., • Understanding of functional safety standards and certification., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with customers, colleagues, and partners at all levels. The role will involve travel to customer sites and events.

About us Important: the job title “Senior Associate” at Hoare Lea refers to a senior-level position (not an entry-level role); please check the role description for responsibility and seniority. 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 an opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. This is an exciting moment to join our Cambridge office: we’re growing in the UK and internationally. We offer the stability of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that address the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs. We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer or Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to lead client relationships and deliver technically excellent, commercially sound electrical design across building services projects. This vacancy will suit an experienced Associate who manages project delivery and client engagement, or a Senior Associate who leads larger, multi-disciplines schemes, contributes to business development and helps shape a high‑performing local team. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Act as primary client contact for projects; define and agree briefs and represent Hoare Lea professionally at project meetings., • Promote Hoare Lea’s services to create opportunities and support client objectives., • Lead and coordinate project teams (including specialist groups), prioritise workloads and host/ chair internal project meetings., • Deliver profitable, high‑quality schemes; monitor project expenditure, report costs and resource needs to line managers/partners., • Delegate, review and check work from junior staff; contribute to staff development and performance objectives., • Maintain awareness of consultant appointment conditions, procurement routes and commercial risks; identify and mitigate business risks., • Contribute to technical knowledge sharing across the firm and ensure technical accuracy and compliance with relevant standards., • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants and contractors to support repeat business and growth. Additional responsibilities for Senior Associate: • Lead larger scale, multi‑discipline schemes, attend interviews and support bid preparation., • Support development and leadership of the local team and report regularly senior management. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering or equivalent., • Chartered status required for Senior Associate, desirable/working towards for Associate., • Extensive project & client leadership experience., • Strong technical competence in electrical building services, working to applicable regulations and design guides., • Ability to lead integrated design teams, coordinate with other disciplines and deliver technically accurate designs., • Excellent client‑facing, written and verbal communication skills; able to manage difficult situations., • Demonstrable commercial awareness: monitor project costs, identify/mitigate risks and contribute to profitable delivery., • Proven people leadership: motivate, delegate and develop team members — leads projects (Associate) or leads teams and local practice (Senior Associate)., • Highly organised with strong planning skills; able to work under own initiative and deliver to demanding timescales., • IT literate with proficiency in industry software and BIM workflows., • Committed to continuous professional development and knowledge‑sharing. 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Software Engineer - Cambridge My client are a leading company in thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality systems. Our technologies are used by defence, security, and industrial customers worldwide. they design and build products in-house, creating solutions that perform in demanding environments. They are building a new Production Engineering team to move products from development into scalable manufacturing. They are looking for a Software Engineer to develop tools, automation, and processes that support production, testing, and product configuration. What you will do - Software Engineer - Cambridge • Support the transfer of products from R&D into manufacturing, • Develop and maintain automated test software for production and validation, • Work with engineers to improve product testability, • Create processes for firmware flashing, software installation, and product configuration, • Improve manufacturing through automation and better workflows, • Troubleshoot software and production issues and implement fixes, • Ensure software version control and traceability through production, • Work with R&D, Production, Quality, and suppliers What we are looking for - Software Engineer - Cambridge • Degree or equivalent in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or similar, • Experience developing software tools or scripts for testing or automation, • Strong experience with LabVIEW, • Understanding of software release and configuration control, • Ability to troubleshoot software and embedded systems, • Strong documentation skills and attention to detail, • Comfortable working across engineering and production teams Desirable - Software Engineer - Cambridge • Experience supporting new product introduction from prototype to volume manufacture, • Knowledge of embedded systems or firmware programming, • Experience with Python or C/C++, • Understanding of manufacturing test systems and automation, • Knowledge of engineering change control and ISO9001

Socode are partnering with an innovative technology company developing advanced engineered products within a fast-paced R&D environment. As development activity increases, they’re looking to bring in a Senior Engineer to lead testing and validation activities across new product programmes. This is a hands-on role combining experimental work with structured analysis. You’ll take ownership of test activities, ensuring new products meet performance, quality and reliability expectations before release. What will you be doing? • Leading test and validation activities within new product development programmes, • Designing and executing experiments to verify performance against requirements, • Running hands-on testing in a laboratory or development environment, • Analysing results and producing clear, structured technical reports, • Investigating issues and identifying root causes across complex systems, • Operating and maintaining specialist test equipment and setups, • Contributing to continuous improvement of test methods and processes, • Supporting engineering teams with data-driven insights and recommendations What are they looking for? • Experience in a test, validation or development environment within engineering, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a methodical approach, • Hands-on mindset, comfortable working directly with equipment and systems, • Experience contributing to development or research-based projects, • Ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritise effectively, • Clear communication skills, able to present technical findings, • Degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or a related STEM subject Nice to have • Experience within R&D or new product introduction environments, • Familiarity with structured engineering tools such as FMEA or similar approaches, • Exposure to complex systems involving fluid, mechanical or electronic elements, • Experience creating technical documentation such as reports or procedures

Socode are partnering with a Cambridge-based technology company developing advanced industrial systems used in high-performance manufacturing environments. As their programmes continue to expand, they’re looking to bring in a Senior Project Manager to drive delivery across a range of complex product and operational initiatives. This is a delivery-focused role sitting at the centre of engineering, operations and supply chain. You’ll be responsible for coordinating multidisciplinary teams, keeping programmes on track, and ensuring new products transition smoothly into manufacture. What will you be doing? • Owning delivery of new product programmes from early development through to production release, • Coordinating engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and quality teams to maintain alignment and momentum, • Building and managing project plans, tracking progress, and ensuring key milestones are met, • Applying structured delivery frameworks to keep projects controlled and predictable, • Identifying potential risks early and putting plans in place to mitigate them, • Acting as the main point of contact for internal stakeholders, providing clear and regular updates, • Supporting the move from development into production, including readiness and ramp-up activities, • Contributing to improvements in how projects are run, helping strengthen overall delivery capability What are they looking for? • Experience delivering technically complex projects within an engineering or manufacturing environment, • Strong understanding of the full product lifecycle, from development through to production, • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and keep multiple workstreams aligned, • Comfortable managing deadlines, budgets and competing priorities, • Clear and confident communication style, able to engage both technical teams and senior stakeholders, • Structured and organised approach, with a focus on planning and execution, • Degree in Engineering, Science or a related technical discipline Nice to have • Experience working with precision engineering systems, • Exposure to production scale-up, manufacturing transfer or global supply chains, • Familiarity with gated development processes or formal delivery frameworks, • Background in industries with high reliability or quality requirements Core benefits • 9% total pension, • Discretionary bonus, • Flexible benefits allowance, • Life assurance cover from day one, • Income protection providing long-term financial security, • Private medical insurance (with option to extend to family), • Health cash plan covering everyday healthcare costs such as dental and optical, • Option to purchase additional benefits including critical illness cover, dental insurance and additional pension contributions, • Flexibility to buy or sell annual leave to suit your needs, • Access to financial advice and support on pensions and benefits