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Electronics Technician (Prototype) South Cambridge | 5 days on-site £35k – £45k Are you a hands-on electronics technician who enjoys building, testing, and refining real hardware? Do you take pride in high-quality assembly and working closely with engineers to bring complex designs to life? We’re working with an established engineering business developing advanced electronic and RF-based technologies. This role sits within a product development environment, supporting the build and validation of cutting-edge prototypes. You’ll be at the centre of the action in the lab, assembling, modifying, and fault-finding on complex electronic systems. What you’ll be doing: Build and assemble electronic prototypes Solder small surface mount components and carry out PCB rework Work from schematics and drawings to build systems Support prototyping, testing, and fault finding Keep build records up to date Help maintain a busy R&D labWhat we’re looking for: Experience in an electronics lab or assembly environment Good soldering and rework skills Able to work from schematics with minimal supervision Comfortable working with engineers on projects Keen to learn and get stuck in Please note you’ll be asked to demonstrate practical soldering/wiring ability as part of the interview process. Keen to hear more? Option 1: Click apply (we’ll review your CV before submission) Optio...

Electronics Design Engineer | Cambridge | £55-65k A leader in communications technology is looking for a dynamic Electronics Design Engineer to join their R&D team, designing the next generation of resilient communication technologies. They offer a high level of internal mobility, consistent projects utilising advanced technology, real career progression, and a genuinely refreshing, engineering-led culture. Responsibilities: * Hardware design from concept through to successful delivery into manufacturing. * Develop architectures for digital systems, including schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium. * Drive innovation through electronic architecture review, simulation, and prototyping to analyse concept designs. * Collaborate across teams to implement DfX, ensuring a robust supply chain and a seamless manufacturing process. Requirements: * Industrial experience delivering complex products against demanding timescales. * Strong digital design skills and experience with mixed-signal PCB designs. * Knowledge of with ARM cores and developing secure systems * Experience with Altium Designer or similar CAD software What's in it for you? * Competitive salary dependant on experience * Fully fleshed out & competitive benefits * Actually challenging projects using advanced technology If you are a problem solver who loves keeping up with the latest technology trends and wa...

Contract Hardware Engineer (PCB/Board Level Design & IC Validation) Role Overview We are seeking a contract Hardware Engineer (PCB/board level design) to support hardware development and IC validation activities for our client. The role spans PCB design and hardware platform development, together with IC bring up, validation, and characterisation, as well as customer facing technical support. You will work closely with internal engineering and marketing teams to deliver high quality development platforms and proof of concept designs that showcase our clients next generation products. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop PCB based hardware platforms and development boards for internal use and external customers, • Perform IC bring up, validation, and characterisation of video and high speed data ICs, • Debug and resolve hardware issues at board and system level, • Create and maintain schematics and PCB layouts using Cadence Allegro (or similar tools), • Support customer design reviews and assist in diagnosing and resolving hardware related issues, • Collaborate with internal engineering and marketing teams on proof of concept and demonstration platforms

A fantastic opportunity for a C++ Software Engineer to join a global technology company developing advanced real-time communication systems used in highly demanding environments.This role focuses on building high-performance software applications which interface closely with hardware systems, rather

Head of Hardware Systems Cambridge | 5 days on-site Salary dependent on experience A fast-growing Cambridge technology company developing IoT products for global markets is looking for a hands-on Head of Hardware/Electronic Systems to lead its electronics function at a key stage of growth. The company has already deployed tens of thousands of devices in the field, and with strong commercial traction and plans to scale further they are now looking for an experienced engineering leader to take ownership of their embedded hardware development. The Role Reporting to the CTO, you will lead the embedded systems function while managing a small team of engineers and remaining involved in the technical work. This role is a true combination of leadership with hands-on engineering, across the full hardware development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Hardware Development - ownership of the hardware development lifecycle, oversee PCB design, prototyping, and testing, manage EMC and regulatory approvals, support manufacturing and production testing Engineering Process - establish design review and change processes. maintenance of documentation and quality standards, improve engineering practices where needed Team Leadership - manage and mentor a small engineering team (growth to around 5 engineers), run regular 1:1s and performance reviews, support hiring as the team grows Collaboration - work across mutlidisciplinary teams and contribute to ...

Take your electronics and software skills to the next level in a dynamic consultancy Cambridge; to £70,000 DoE + Benefits This company are looking for a principal level electronics engineer or a senior engineer looking to make the next step in their career. You will have a proven track record of taking products from concept through to successful implementation in regulated markets. You will provide technical and managerial leadership to a versatile engineering team with a multinational client base. As a principal engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge products, ensuring that they meet stringent regulatory requirements while delivering innovative solutions. From system architecture to hands-on testing, you will be involved throughout the technical development process as well as being responsible for managing the team. Your contributions will directly impact the quality and success of these products, making a real difference to users lives around the world. Requirements: • Extensive and demonstrable skills in designing, prototyping and testing electronic systems and writing embedded C/C++ code., • A hands-on approach to technical work, even as far as solder new boards and diagnosing hardware faults with laboratory equipment., • Some expertise working in regulated industries., • Top academic engineering quali...

Embedded Software Engineer essential requirements: * Real time Embedded C * Linux development (ideally kernel, drivers, configuration) * Networking projects with TCP/IP protocols * Comfortable working hands‑on with hardware Embedded Software Engineer DESIRABLE skills: * Multimedia,

Principal Embedded Linux Engineer | £80-90k | Cambridge Are you a Linux expert with a passion for high-performance embedded systems? My client is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to drive the architecture and design of their industry-leading products. As a Principal Engineer, you are defining the future of their platforms. You will work closely with the Software Architect to bridge the gap between complex hardware constraints and cutting-edge Linux expertise. Responsibilities: • Define and maintain the software architecture, translating complex requirements into actionable engineering plans while leading the implementation of features, • Apply hands-on expertise with protocols & utilise schematics to ensure seamless integration, in addition to driving root cause analysis for critical system issues, • Build and mentor elite engineering teams Required Experience: • 10+ years of experience with Linux platforms, including kernel customisation, platform security, and performance optimisation, • Advanced proficiency in C programming for embedded en...

The role will involve closely working with hardware interfaces, alongside assessing technical feasibility, constraints, and delivery timelines for new functionality and product capabilities.

Salary: £65000+ depending on experience Job Reference: 35961 Polytec is seeking is a skilled Hardware Engineer for our Cambridge based client.

This job is with MSD, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Job Description Director R&D Technical Lead - Animal Health, U.K. (Cambridgeshire)/U.S. (San Diego) About Technology Solutions Our company's Animal Health Technology Solutions offers global animal identification and monitoring solutions for companion animals and livestock. These solutions enable pet owners to better manage the health and well-being of their pets and enable livestock producers to improve well-being and animal production. Technology Solutions include Core Technologies in Livestock Identification, Dairy, Beef and Swine monitoring, for which the product/market fit is established, as well as products in discovery. Our Technology Solutions division is evolving. We are moving to a Product Operating Model - a new way of working that empowers product teams to take full ownership and accountability for delivering customer and business value in ways our customers love and that work for the business. Our product teams are cross-functional and durable, bringing together all the skills required to deliver impactful outcomes. Each team includes a Product Manager, Technology Lead, Product Designer, Delivery Lead, engineers, and developers. We believe in customer centricity, ownership, and accountability. Solutions must be: · Valuable - customers choose to buy or use them · Viable - aligned with business constraints and goals · Usable - intuitive and user-friendly · Feasible - achievable with our technical capabilities Leadership of the team is shared between the Product Manager and the Technology Lead, ensuring balanced guidance that bridges product vision and technical execution. We have a new role for a Director R&D Technical Lead - Animal Health. This is for an individual contributor to be based either in Cambridgeshire, U.K. or San Diego, U.S. Travel requirement for the role: 25% R&D Technology Lead Role As Technology Lead, you will be the technical cornerstone of our product team. You will drive the architecture, technical quality, and delivery across hardware, software, data, AI and design. Partnering closely with the Product Managers, designers, and engineers you will ensure that technical solutions align with product goals, customer needs, and business outcomes. Your role is to lead by example, foster a culture of technical excellence, and ensure the team delivers scalable, high-impact and maintainable technology solutions throughout the product lifecycle. We are looking for Technology Lead who: · Thrive on technical ownership, accountability, and customer focus · Are comfortable signing up for measurable results, even when this means working through others to achieve them · Collaborate across R&D, leveraging internal platforms and core technical capabilities · Use data, logic, and influence to guide teammates, stakeholders, and executives · Foster an environment of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration Key Responsibilities Technical Strategy & Architecture · Collaborate with Product Managers and designers to translate product goals into technical solutions, with a keen focus on value, business outcomes, and user experience. · Define and lead product architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability · Lead the product technical design and implementation of product features, ensuring alignment with product vision and customer needs, along the full product lifecycle. · Drive architectural decisions for the product, in partnership with functional technology leaders, and advocate for best practices in hardware development, software development, data, AI, testing, and deployment. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Leadership · Partner with functional R&D leads to support and grow engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence · Mentor and coach engineers, modelling best practices across hardware, software, and data engineering · Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Product Management, Design, Supply Chain and Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success to ensure alignment and delivery · Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams, connecting technical teams directly with customers as appropriate Quality, Delivery & Innovation · Ensure speed to market of our products, while maintaining appropriate focus on quality, scalability, and performance. · Identify technical risks early and proactively define mitigation strategies. · Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and the competitive landscape to continuously improve product capabilities and technical processes · Drive innovation by leveraging internal platforms and core technologies while exploring new approaches. Performance & Accountability · Share accountability with the Product Manager for delivering measurable results against agreed product metrics. · Define, track, and report on technical performance metrics (e.g., system uptime, scalability, reliability, technical debt management, code quality). · Ensure engineering practices meet high standards for security, compliance, and sustainability. · Take ownership of technical trade-offs and ensure decisions balance customer needs, business outcomes, and long-term maintainability. Required education, experience and skills: · Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, information systems or related field, or equivalent practical experience. · Proven experience in system architecture / engineering, technical leadership, or leading development teams in a product-driven environment. · Strong technical expertise in relevant programming languages, frameworks, and cloud infrastructure. · Demonstrated expertise in hardware design and engineering as well as software development practices. · Deep understanding of the product development lifecycle and agile methodologies. · Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound technical decisions under uncertainty. · Experience mentoring and leading engineering teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. · Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with customers, Product, Design, and Business Stakeholders. · Passion for building products that solve real customer problems and deliver measurable value. · A mindset of ownership, accountability, and customer focus; comfortable signing up for results and driving outcomes through others when needed · Passion for fostering team innovation and leveraging the collective ideas and expertise of cross-functional colleagues. · Business experience in both large-scale companies and start-ups preferred. 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Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week, flexible working, including up to 3 days per week working from home Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36054 We are seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join our client's expanding development team, based a few miles north of Cambridge. You will be working on high performance products used globally across defence, industrial and security applications. Responsibilities: - Contribute to the development of reusable FPGA modules to support a broad product range - Work collaboratively with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to bring new technology to market - Write timing constraints, interpret timing reports and adjust designs to ensure timing closure - Bring value with experience in Python based verification frameworks, such as cocotb (highly advantageous) Requirements: - Strong knowledge of SystemVerilog - Experience with Python - Proven background in RTL verification - Ability to write and validate timing constraints - Understanding of low power design principles - Experience writing module specifications and reviewing technical documentation - Code and documentation review to established standards - Familiarity with: * Linux command line * Version control systems (SVN or Git) * Markdown - Commitment to engineering best practice and high quality FPGA development Applicants must already have the right to...

Hardware Manager (Electronics) Cambridge | 5 days on site Salary dependent on experience Are you a hands-on technical leader with an electronics background? We’re looking for someone to lead and develop a high-performing Electronics Hardware team, delivering cutting-edge systems in the automotive sector. This is an opportunity to combine technical leadership with direct involvement in product design, from concept through to production - 80% hands on, 20% leadership. What you’ll be doing: You will lead, mentor, and challenge an electronics hardware team across multiple sites, driving high-level technical decisions, product roadmaps, and hardware architecture. You’ll take ownership of designs from concept to production, including schematics, layouts, and system-level integration, while collaborating closely with product owners, program managers, and other engineering teams to define milestones, requirements, and project plans. You will work cloesly with manufacturing partners to optimise designs for cost and manufacturability, support continuous improvement, develop R&D concepts, ensure compliance with hardware design, testing, and manufacturing processes, and occasionally manage external hardware resources and travel to supplier or customer sites. What we’re looking for: Proven experience in electronic hardware design for highly regulated industries, ideally automotive. Strong grounding in ECU archit...

Electronics Design Manager A global leader in high-performance technology is seeking an Electronics Design Manager to lead a multidisciplinary engineering team. This role is pivotal in driving hardware design from initial concept through to successful high-volume manufacturing within a fast-paced, scale-up environment. Responsibilities * Manage a functional team of engineers, including junior members and senior leads, to deliver robust electronics architecture across the full product lifecycle. * Take full accountability for all electronic aspects of the product line, ensuring designs are documented and adhere to strict quality systems. * Implement DFM (Design for Manufacture) and DFT (Design for Test) processes to ensure a robust supply chain and efficient production. * Define technology roadmaps, develop system architectures, and manage departmental budgets to meet evolving market requirements. Technical Requirements * Proven expertise in complex PCB design, multi-layer boards, and hardware platforms featuring FPGA, DSP, and embedded processors. * Deep technical knowledge of both digital and analogue electronics, including real-time control loops and high-voltage drive for specialised devices. * Extensive experience managing programmes in an agile environment, from requirements elicitation to validation testing and qualification. * Strong understanding of safety and EMC standards to ensure all desig...

Job Title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices Location: Cambridge Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 Employment Type: Permanent Working Arrangements: Onsite working We're partnering with a well‑established engineering business who are looking to appoint a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with deep experience in safety‑critical embedded systems and a background in medical device development. This role requires someone who can not only deliver high‑integrity embedded software, but also establish and refine processes for new product development, ensuring the right frameworks, controls, and documentation are in place for compliant software delivery. Key Responsibilities for the Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices: • Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ for medical devices and safety‑critical systems., • Produce high‑integrity code compliant with ISO 13485 and associated medical standards., • Lead on software architecture, design reviews, and technical decision‑making., • Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and quality teams across the full development lifecycle., • Support verification, validation, and risk‑management activities., • Contribute to continuous improvement and mentor junior engineers where required. Essential Experience: ...

Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37 hour week, early finish on a Friday, (5-days in the office) Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience Job Reference: 36118 Polytec are looking for a skilled RF Engineer to join our client based on the north side of Cambridge. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and development of RF circuitry for communication devices and will be involved throughout the product lifecycle, from initial concept through to testing and delivery, working closely with multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities - Design and develop RF (radio frequency) circuitry for wireless communication products - Support subsystem design and integration with wider hardware and software systems - Select and evaluate components and contribute to schematic design and PCB layout - Carry out testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation - Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions - Produce technical documentation to support design and validation Requirements - Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related field - Experience in RF design or a similar engineering role - Good understanding of RF systems, including transmitters, receivers, and antennas - Experience with RF testing and basic simulation tools - Hands-on approach to problem-solving, including PCB-level work - Strong communication skills and ab...

Senior FPGA Engineer | Cambridgeshire Location: Cambridge Salary: Competitive + Comprehensive Benefits Sector: Defence, Aerospace, & Communications Are you an FPGA specialist who thrives on variety? Do you enjoy moving beyond "standard" implementation to solve complex problems in Radar, Comms, and Sensing? We are representing a world-class technology busienss seeking a high-caliber FPGA Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team. This isn't a "rinse and repeat" role; you will be working on diverse, high-stakes client projects where your architectural decisions directly impact the success of next-generation IP. The Core Challenge Working at the intersection of hardware and software, you will translate ambitious customer requirements into robust, high-performance FPGA implementations. Your focus will predominantly be on AMD (Xilinx) silicon, specifically Zynq SoC devices, within a fast-paced, collaborative consultancy environment. Key Technical Requirements FPGA Expertise: Strong proficiency in HDL (VHDL/Verilog) and the AMD Vivado toolchain. DSP Knowledge: A solid grounding in Digital Signal Processing is essential for this role. System Design: Experience in simulation, test, and validation across the full development lifecycle. Collaborative Mindset: Comfort working alongside Hardware and Software teams on integrated systems. What Sets You Apart? Experience with RF systems or comp...

Senior Baseband Engineer | Cambridge The Oho Group are seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer with experience in ATEX / Intrinsic Safety product design to join an innovative engineering team within the telecommunications space in Cambridge. Key Responsibilities • Design ATEX-certified intrinsic safety circuitry, • Develop embedded microprocessor-based hardware systems, • Design low-power and power-supply architectures, • Support verification, EMC testing, and compliance activities, • Produce technical documentation and design specifications Essential Skills • Proven ATEX / Intrinsic Safety design experience, • Strong embedded hardware and microprocessor design knowledge, • Experience with low-power electronics and serial interfaces (I²C, I²S, UART, USB), • Good technical documentation and communication skills, • Degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience Desirable • RF or mixed-signal hardware knowledge, • Audio hardware or Embedded Linux experience If you want to contribute at the forefront of mission-critical communications within a growing and collaborative team, get in touch as interviews are already being scheduled!

Principal Embedded Linux Engineer | £80-90k | Cambridge Are you a Linux expert with a passion for high-performance embedded systems? My client is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to drive the architecture and design of their industry-leading products. As a Principal Engineer, you are defining the future of their platforms. You will work closely with the Software Architect to bridge the gap between complex hardware constraints and cutting-edge Linux expertise. Responsibilities: + Define and maintain the software architecture, translating complex requirements into actionable engineering plans while leading the implementation of features + Apply hands-on expertise with protocols & utilise schematics to ensure seamless integration, in addition to driving root cause analysis for critical system issues + Build and mentor elite engineering teams Required Experience: + 10+ years of experience with Linux platforms, including kernel customisation, platform security, and performance optimisation + Advanced proficiency in C programming for embedded environments + Proven system diagnostics experience + A solid understanding of networking concepts and security mechanisms What's in it for you? + Competitive salary DOE & benefits package + Resolve real-world issues and collaborate with a team of elite engineers at all levels + Define software architecture for, and execute, world-class projects Passionate about Linux, networking, and working on impactful projects? Apply! TPBN1_UKTJ

Key Responsibilities The CPU Architect will responsible for the development of a brand new and competitive CPU architecture, and defining interfaces between hardware, firmware and the operating systems for systems based on it.

A leading research institution in the UK is seeking a Computing Support Analyst to provide IT assistance in a dynamic team environment. You will support users with various IT challenges, manage hardware, and collaborate on IT projects.

Responsibilities * Design and develop hardware for ATEX-certified, intrinsically safe products * Contribute to baseband and microprocessor-based system design * Design efficient, low-power power supplies and supporting circuitry * Support design verification, EMC testing and regulatory compliance *

Experience in embedded systems and robust hardware architecture is essential.

A specialized recruitment firm seeks a Hardware Manager (Electronics) for a leading role in developing a high-performing Electronics Hardware team.

The role requires strong expertise in SystemVerilog and UVM, together with the ability to debug across RTL, simulation, and hardware.

A leading technology company in Cambridge is seeking a talented software engineer to develop groundbreaking automation systems aimed at optimizing workflows using advanced AI and algorithms.The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, engineering-led culture and possess skills in Python and work

The position focuses on maintaining Python-based algorithms and interfacing with hardware systems.

Be responsible for one of the sub technical direction of AI Processor Software & Hardware Co-design Lab, identify key root technologies related to NPU chips, develop evolution strategies and roadmaps, promote and implement the evolution strategies to build industry-leading technical competitiveness,

As a Software Engineer (Internal Tooling), you will remove constraints that slow down hardware. Evidence of delivering high‑impact tooling/automation that improves team efficiency.

Arm Limited is seeking a Principal Verification Engineer in Cambridge to lead the verification strategy for next-generation AI/ML hardware.

Alignerr is seeking a Computer Engineering Expert - AI Content Specialist to work remotely.This position involves designing advanced computer engineering challenges, creating technical solutions, and evaluating AI-generated code.Applicants should have a Master’s or PhD in Computer Engineering or a

Electronics Hardware ManagerApplylocations: Multimatic Electronic Systems – United Kingdom (Cambridge)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR102285You will be responsible for leading and developing Multimatic’s Electronics Hardware Engineering team and de

Hardware Development – ownership of the hardware development lifecycle, oversee PCB design, prototyping, and testing, manage EMC and regulatory approvals, support manufacturing and production testing. We're looking for someone with a strong background in electronics or embedded hardware developmen

A technology-driven organization in Cambridge seeks a Senior Hardware Engineer to join their Baseband Hardware team. The role involves developing hardware for ATEX-certified environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and influencing design decisions.

CT19, a rapidly scaling quantum technology company based in Cambridge, is looking for a Principal AMO Physicist to advance high-performance trapped-ion platforms.The role involves leading the design of advanced experiments, driving improvements in ion-photon interfaces, and mentoring other physicist

Sepura is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager in Cambridge, UK, to lead complex product development projects from concept to production. The ideal candidate has 7-10 years of experience managing projects in mobile communications, with a strong background in both hardware and software.

Varian Medical Systems is seeking a full-time Field Service Engineer (Hardware) in Cambridge, UK. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing Varian hardware, managing on-site maintenance, and providing remote support.

We recently raised $75M inSeries C funding to accelerate our cutting-edge R&D in quantum error correction (QEC), and are partnering with many of the world’s leading quantum hardware providers and government agencies to make fault-tolerant quantum computing a reality. This exciting and cutting-edge

A leading AI technology company in Cambridge is seeking a Graduate Software Engineer for its Drivers team.The role involves writing and testing software to standards while collaborating with other teams to enhance hardware performance.The ideal candidate holds a degree in a relevant field and has ex

Redline Group is partnered with a fast-growing, global trading organisation operating across the technology hardware, and electronic components markets. Alongside a strong core business in electronic components brokerage, the company is now expanding into the finished goods space, specifically focus

Have you helped scale a startup or growing SME, bringing structure and operational clarity as the business evolved? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where priorities shift quickly, projects move at speed, and leadership relies on you to keep everything aligned and on track? Operations Lead (R&D, Engineering, Manufacturing) Location: Cambridge Salary: £60,000 – £85,000 DoE + benefits A growing medical equipment manufacturer is looking for an Operations Lead to work directly with the R&D Director, helping bring structure, visibility, and operational clarity to a scaling product development function. This newly created position is ideal for someone who thrives on creating structure, improving delivery, keeping teams aligned, and ensuring momentum is maintained as priorities shift and the business continues to grow. You’ll operate as a key partner to the R&D Director, supporting the day-to-day running of the function and helping ensure projects, actions, and operational priorities stay on track. The Role This is a hands-on operational leadership role within a fast-paced engineering and product development environment. You’ll help create visibility across projects, improve coordination, drive accountability, and ensure important work doesn’t get lost in a busy and constantly evolving landscape. The role requires someone highly organised, proactive, commercially aware, and comfortable operating in an environment where priorities can change quickly. Responsibilities • Establish and manage the operating rhythm across the R&D function, • Run weekly and monthly planning, delivery, and coordination meetings, • Improve visibility across projects, priorities, risks, and delivery timelines, • Track actions, commitments, and key deliverables across the team, • Support leadership with planning, coordination, and operational execution, • Identify bottlenecks, risks, or gaps early and help drive resolution, • Help improve processes, communication, and operational structure as the team grows, • Support onboarding, team coordination, and cross-functional alignment, • Ensure follow-through on critical activities within a high-volume environment, • Translate discussions and ideas into clear actions and next steps Background & Experience You may have experience in: • Manufacturing, Programme or Project leadership, • Business operations, • Startup or scale-up environments, • Engineering or manufacturing businesses, • Consulting or transformation roles Exposure to technical, engineering, manufacturing, hardware, or regulated environments would be beneficial but not essential. The Successful Person • Highly organised and operationally strong, • Comfortable managing multiple moving priorities, • Calm and reliable under pressure, • Strong communicator with good stakeholder management skills, • Proactive and solutions-focused, • Able to bring structure into evolving environments, • Commercially aware with strong judgement, • Comfortable working closely with senior leadership, • Confident driving accountability and follow-through Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join a growing product development and engineering business in a newly created position with genuine long-term potential. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, play a key role in shaping how the R&D function operates, and have the opportunity to grow into a broader operational or strategic leadership role over time

This Electronics Engineer role sits at the heart of bringing complex, high‑tech products into scalable manufacture. You’ll be working hands‑on with electronics used across a wide range of real‑world systems, including power supplies, imaging and acquisition hardware, and production test equipment, with a strong focus on ensuring designs are robust, manufacturable, and testable. The work is broad and practical, covering PCB design and review, DFM/DFA/DFT, test and calibration strategies, and hands‑on support during builds and fault‑finding. You’ll work closely with software and mechanical engineers, contributing across the full NPI lifecycle rather than owning a narrow slice of electronics. If you are an Electronics Engineer who enjoys having your fingers in lots of pies and working on end‑to‑end systems - from schematic through to manufacture and test - this role offers real technical depth and variety. Required experience Minimum 5+ years’ experience in electronic engineering Schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium DFM, DFA and DFT principles Hands‑on experience with PCB bring‑up, fault‑finding and rework Comfortable working with test equipment (scopes, meters, power supplies) Electronics Engineer – desirable skills Experience supporting products through NPI and into manufacture Microcontrollers, analogue circuits, power electronics Automated test equipment or production test environments Exposure to regulated or quality‑driven environments (ISO, defence, etc.) Salary: £45–60k plus benefits

Our client, who are an innovative engineering organisation undergoing significant structural development, are looking for a Head of Engineering based in Cambridge to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is site-based in Cambridge, with the option to work from home one day per week. The position has been created as part of a strategic realignment and will play a critical role in unifying multi-disciplinary engineering teams and driving collaboration, efficiency, and new product development across the business. Key responsibilities of the Head of Engineering job based in Cambridge: Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary engineering function across electronics, mechanical, software, and development engineering. Drive improvements in engineering processes, team effectiveness, and cross-functional collaboration. Provide strategic and technical leadership across architecture, system-level design, and product development. Support and enhance new product development (NPD) activities across the organisation. Build strong working relationships between engineering, operations, and wider business functions. Oversee resource planning, team structure, and engineering performance across approximately 12 direct andIndirect reports. Implement best practices to improve efficiency, delivery, and product quality. Act as a key leadership figure influencing engineering direction and long-term business success. Experience required for the Head of Engineering job based in Cambridge: Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams within an electromechanical productDevelopment environment. Strong background in systems or architecture-level engineering, ideally involving hardware and software/firmware integration. Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement, collaboration, and team performance. Experience operating at both a strategic and hands-on level within engineering leadership roles. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience within complex or regulated engineering environments is advantageous. Willingness to be based in Cambridge with regular travel to Hitchin. If this Head of Engineering job based in Cambridge could be of interest, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Ben on (phone number removed)

Lead the creation and verification of reusable RTL components Cambridge; to £120k DoE + benefits A well-established company is seeking an RTL Design Architect with strong expertise in verification and good management skills to join their Cambridge-based development team. You would be working in a friendly, welcoming culture, collaborating with an exceptionally bright and capable group of engineers, and adding your own particular areas of expertise. With a high degree of autonomy, you can expect some interesting design challenges as you lead the design and verification effort for a broad array of RTL components that will subsequently become the building blocks of advanced devices. You would become the go-to person for optimal design verification using simulation and formal techniques. It is expected that you would collaborate effectively with peers and stakeholders, and be confident in running projects. You will need: A strong mathematical background with 1st or 2.1 first degree in Mathematics, Physics, Electronics, or similar subject from a well-respected university and strong supporting A-level (or equivalent) grades Expertise in front end RTL design and verification, skills in areas such as RTL simulation and Synthesis tools, and System Verilog (or Verilog, VHDL) Good communication skills; happy to interact with internal and external stake holders Coding skills (ideally in C++ or similar) together with an understanding of software engineering best practice This company is a highly regarded employer, known for innovative technology and friendly informal culture. This senior role is based in pleasant modern offices in Cambridge, they offer a highly competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including performance-related bonus. Keywords: Hardware Design, Verification, RTL, System Verilog, Simulation, C++ Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call ecm or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: TJ27558) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Project Manager | Cambridge | 3-month contract An established and growing technology organisation is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Project Manager to join its Project Management team. This role involves leading the full lifecycle of complex new product development programmes, covering both hardware and software, from concept through to volume production. You will be responsible for delivering projects to scope, time, budget, and quality while managing risks, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities +Lead delivery of high-visibility technology projects in collaboration with technical and product stakeholders +Manage full project lifecycle: concept, development, validation, and production +Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards +Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and manage opportunities +Facilitate regular project governance, reporting, and stakeholder communication Day-to-Day Activities +Leading project meetings and tracking progress against milestones +Managing stakeholder expectations and escalating issues where required +Ensuring adherence to defined project management processes +Supporting cross-functional coordination across technical and business teams Required Qualifications & Experience Qualifications: +Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) +Formal project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM, IPMA, SAFe, or equivalent) Experience: +7–10 years’ experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary product development projects +Proven experience delivering projects involving both hardware and software +Strong experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies +Experience with embedded software, platforms, and application-level development +Familiarity with software configuration management and continuous integration practices +Strong understanding of hardware/software integration and product development lifecycles Join a forward-thinking technology organisation where your expertise will shape innovative products used in critical, real-world environments. If you’re looking for a role that combines technical challenge, leadership, and real impact, this is an opportunity to grow your career while delivering meaningful solutions at scale

Job Title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices Location: Cambridge Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 Employment Type: Permanent Working Arrangements: Onsite working We’re partnering with a well‑established engineering business who are looking to appoint a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with deep experience in safety‑critical embedded systems and a background in medical device development. This role requires someone who can not only deliver high‑integrity embedded software, but also establish and refine processes for new product development, ensuring the right frameworks, controls, and documentation are in place for compliant software delivery. Key Responsibilities for the Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices: - Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ for medical devices and safety‑critical systems. - Produce high‑integrity code compliant with ISO 13485 and associated medical standards. - Lead on software architecture, design reviews, and technical decision‑making. - Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and quality teams across the full development lifecycle. - Support verification, validation, and risk‑management activities. - Contribute to continuous improvement and mentor junior engineers where required. Essential Experience: - Proven background in embedded software engineering within the medical device sector. - Strong proficiency in Embedded C and bare metal programming. - Hands‑on experience developing safety‑critical code aligned with ISO 13485. - Familiarity with structured development methodologies (e.g., V‑model, IEC 62304‑aligned processes). - Strong debugging, problem‑solving, and documentation skills. Desirable / Advantageous: - Experience with regulatory frameworks such as FDA, MDR, IEC 62304, ISO 14971. - Exposure to unit testing, static analysis, or automated test environments. - Understanding of cybersecurity considerations for connected medical devices. - Experience with CI/CD or DevOps practices for embedded systems. Why Join This Business - A long‑standing, stable engineering organisation with the opportunity to work on meaningful, life‑changing medical technologies. - Supportive, multidisciplinary engineering environment. - Competitive salary, benefits, and long‑term career progression. For more information, please contact Cathy Swain

Title: Software Engineer - FTC 12 Months Role: Internal Tools Location: Cambridgeshire Salary: £40k-£60k Platform Recruitment has partnered with a leading technology and product development company that designs and develops complex hardware for advanced instrumentation. Working from early-stage R&D through to full production, they create cutting-edge technologies that drive innovation in advanced diagnostics and engineering. You’ll be joining their internal IT team to build the tools and applications that drive operational efficiency across the entire business on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. Key Responsibilities: • Design and develop software and workflow tools for internal use, • Connect and integrate systems and AI capabilities into daily workflows, • Take ownership of delivery within an established engineering environment, • Hands-on development of data-driven applications and system integrations, • Work autonomously to solve internal technical challenges Key Requirements: • Strong development skills in C#/.NET, • Experience building internal tools, workflow systems, or data-driven apps., • Proficiency with REST APIs, SQL Server/Azure SQL, and modern web frameworks like Blazor or ASP.NET., • Version control expertise using Git, • Experience with Generative AI (desirable) If you’re looking to join a business that values innovation, collaboration and technical excellence, then apply with a copy of your CV