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Job Description Stairlift Engineer jobs in Birmingham at Stannah – join the team! Are you a qualified Domestic Engineer with Stairlift and home lift experience looking for a job at a market-leading family-run business? Stannah, a global leader in the lift industry, is looking to recruit a qualified Stairlift Engineer. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience working within the lift industry to develop their skills and experience as this role will involve working on the domestic side. The ideal Stairlift Engineer will have proven experience as a Stairlift Engineer or Domestic Engineer within the lift industry, and you must have at least a NVQ level 2 in Lift Engineering or equivalent . This job is to cover a route across Birmingham and surrounding areas. Working Hours: 8:00 - 4.45 Mon to Thursday and 8 - 3.45 Friday Why Join Stannah: • Stannah is a renowned name in the lift market, recognised for innovation, safety, and a commitment to quality., • You will receive an attractive standby allowance and call-out payment on top of a competitive base salary., • Our benefits include a profit share bonus scheme, life assurance, matched contribution/salary sacrifice pension, Discount Rewards Scheme, and Simply Health Cash Plan to help cover your health expenses., • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays plus the option to purchase additional, • Opportunities for career growth and advancement, • Conduct maintenance, repair, and call-out visits on various types of Stairlifts and home lifts, • Ensure high-quality service and safety standards., • Perform effective risk assessments and maintain site log cards. Qualifications Stairlift Engineer Requirements: • An NVQ level 2 in Lift Engineering or equivalent preferred but we will train to the NVQ level 2 for the right candidate., • Proven experience as a Stairlift Engineer or Domestic Engineer within the lift industry, • A valid UK driving licence. If you have a Stairlift engineering background, including an NVQ 2 in Lift Engineering or equivalent – we want to hear from you! Benefits Include: • Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis, • Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits, • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, • Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave, • Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice, • SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more, • Life Assurance Scheme, • Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit, • Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more, • Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being, • Company Vehicle with the option to pay for private us #LDS Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business. We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role. Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available. PandoLogic. Category:Engineering, Keywords:Equipment Engineer, Location:Birmingham, ENG-B12 0HG

Job Description Lift Engineer Jobs in Birmingham at Stannah - Join Our Team! Salary Up to £60,000 (incl OTE) based on skills and experience level. Are you a qualified Lift Engineer looking for a Lift Engineer job at a market-leading family-run business? Stannah, a global leader in the lift industry, is looking to recruit qualified Lift Engineers. This job covers key stations across Birmingham. Working hours: 08:00 - 16:45 Monday - Thursday , 08:00 - 15:45 Friday Why Join Stannah: • Industry Leadership: Stannah is a trusted name in the lift industry, known for innovation, safety, and commitment to quality., • Competitive Compensation: In addition to a market-aligned base salary, you'll receive a standby allowance and call-out payment., • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy benefits such as a profit share bonus scheme, life assurance, matched contribution/salary sacrifice pension, Discount Rewards Scheme, and a Simply Health Cash Plan to help cover your health expenses., • Generous Holiday Entitlement, • Career Growth: We offer opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and development., • Conduct maintenance, repair, and call-out visits on various types of lifts and stairlifts, • Ensure high-quality service and safety standards., • Perform effective risk assessments and maintain site log cards. Qualifications Lift Requirements : • An NVQ level 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent., • Proven experience as a Lift Engineer. If you have a comprehensive Lift engineering background, including an NVQ 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent – we want to hear from you! If you are looking for a Lift Engineer Job London, click the "Apply Now" button to send your CV or contact us for further information. Benefits Include: • Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis, • Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits, • Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave, • Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice, • SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more, • Life Assurance Scheme, • Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit, • Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more, • Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being, • Enhanced maternity and paternity provision, • Company Van #LDS Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business. We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role. Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available. PandoLogic. Category:Installation & Maintenance, Keywords:Maintenance Engineer, Location:Birmingham, ENG-B12 0HG

The right to work in the UK without sponsorship is essential for this position. An exciting opportunity for a LabVIEW Software Engineer has arisen with an innovative photonics company developing cutting-edge optical fibre measurement instruments and components. This is an exciting opportunity for a LabVIEW Software Engineer to join a small product design team, focused on every stage of development from defining specifications and designing control software to supporting manufacturing, sales, and customers worldwide. You will commit to an onsite working model, required onsite 5 days a week (with some flexibility). Experience for the LabVIEW Software Engineer includes: • BSc in a relevant technical discipline, e.g. computer science, optical engineering, physics, • 1+ years developing software with LabVIEW, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with global customers and partners, • Desired: experience in the optics or photonics industry If you are a LabVIEW Software Engineer looking for a new challenge within a pioneering deep-tech environment, please apply today to learn more.

Job Title: SC Cleared Field Engineer Job Description This role offers the opportunity to work as a Field Engineer on telecommunications projects across the UK, delivering high-quality fibre installation, commissioning, testing, upgrades and decommissioning activities. You will work alongside permanent engineering teams on customer sites, using your own vehicle and holding active SC Clearance, to ensure that new and existing network infrastructure is installed, tested, documented and handed over to agreed standards and timescales. Responsibilities • Undertake field installation engineering activities at sites across the UK, working alongside permanent engineers to deliver fibre and telecommunications projects., • Carry out site surveys using provided survey templates, gathering all required technical and environmental information and returning completed documentation within 2 working days., • Perform installation and commissioning (I&C) of network and telecommunications equipment in line with Work Instructions and RAMS, using provided handover templates and returning HOPs within 3 working days., • Conduct fibre and Ethernet testing before leaving site, including testing of services, devices, SFPs and patching, to verify performance and service readiness., • Use appropriate test equipment such as fault locator pens, optical power meters (OPM), optical light sources (OLS) and Ethernet test tools (eg 1GbE and 10GbE), including the relevant adaptors and attachments for SMF/MMF connections., • Work safely with insulated specialised tooling in low and high-voltage (energised) environments, following all safety procedures and RAMS., • Carry out decommissioning activities, including removal of Legacy equipment, connections, cables and cabinets, in line with documented processes and returning HOPs within 3 working days., • Support new build activities by receiving and positioning populated cabinets with staged equipment, fixing them in place on raised floors and integrating them into existing infrastructure., • Pull and connect DC power cables to the infrastructure, complete all terminations and ensure all connections meet required standards., • Complete all required testing for new builds and upgrades, and liaise with multiple on-site and remote teams to coordinate activities and resolve issues., • Produce Progressive Field Engineering Reports (PFER) on a daily basis to track progress and accountability, including before and after photographs where permitted or using checklists where photography is restricted., • Complete and return all HOPs and associated documentation within the specified timescales for surveys, installation and commissioning, testing, decommissioning and new builds., • Maintain accurate and clear documentation for all work carried out, ensuring traceability and compliance with project and customer requirements., • MUST hold Active SC Clearance, • Ability and willingness to use your own vehicle for UK-wide site travel., • Proven experience in field installation engineering within telecommunications or network environments., • Strong hands-on experience with fibre installation, including handling, routing and terminating fibre., • experience in installation and commissioning (I&C) of telecommunications or network equipment., • Competence in conducting detailed site surveys and completing associated survey documentation accurately and on time., • experience with fibre and Ethernet testing, including testing of services, devices, SFPs and patching., • Practical use of test equipment such as fault locator pens, optical power meters (OPM) and optical light sources (OLS)., • Ability to test SMF and MMF connections using LC, SC, MTP, ST and FC connectors, with particular familiarity with LC and SC types., • experience with Ethernet testing at 1GbE and 10GbE., • Ability to work safely with insulated specialised tooling in low and high-voltage (energised) environments, following safety procedures., • Strong documentation skills, including completing HOPs, surveys, test records and progress reports within defined timescales., • Background in telecommunications, network engineering or a related technical field., • experience working with PDH and Cisco or similar networking technologies., • Previous experience in I&C engineering on large or complex infrastructure projects., • experience working within data centre or control room environments., • Familiarity with RAMS and structured Work Instructions on engineering projects., • Ability to produce clear photographic or checklist-based evidence of work completed where required., • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and documentation deadlines. You will join long-term, large-scale telecommunications projects for a blue chip end client, offering stability and ongoing work on high-profile infrastructure. The environment encourages professionalism, accountability and continuous improvement, with clear processes, templates and support from permanent engineering teams. You will gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and sites across the UK, building valuable experience in complex network and data centre environments while working with a collaborative and technically capable team. Work Environment This is a field-based role with UK-wide travel to customer sites, using your own vehicle to reach locations as required. You will work in a variety of environments, including offices, data centres, control centres and technical plant rooms, often around live network and power infrastructure. The work involves handling fibre, network equipment, populated cabinets and DC power cabling, and using test equipment such as fault locator pens, optical power meters, optical light sources and Ethernet test sets. Activities follow structured Work Instructions and RAMS, with defined timeframes for documentation such as surveys, HOPs and PFERs. You will collaborate closely with on-site teams and remote support staff, somtimes in restricted or high-security areas, and you are expected to present yourself in a professional manner appropriate to customer-facing technical environments. Location Birmingham, UK Rate/Salary .00 GBP Daily Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. 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Applications Engineer, Electron Microscopy\n\nBasic Salary £40,000 to £50,000\nExcellent Benefits Package \nThe Role - Applications Engineer, Electron Microscopy\n\nThis market leading optical group now seeks to recruit a technically motivated and customer focused Applications Engineer, responsible for:\n\nProvide application support for electron microscopy software\nConduct product demonstrations and technical training for customers\nAssist in the development of technical documentation and user guides\nSupport sales teams with technical expertise during pre-sales consultations\nYour Background – Applications Engineer, Electron Microscopy\n\nTo succeed in this exciting role, you must be able to demonstrate:\n\nMasters Degree or PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering or Biology\nElectron microscopy experience including TEM, STEM and SEM\nStrong communication and presentation skills\nKnowledge of imaging analysis software and microscopy workflows\nThe Company – Applications Engineer, Electron Microscopy\n\nTrusted by scientific and healthcare professionals to deliver ‘best in class’ product solutions across their key markets, which include life science research and drug discovery, medical systems and semiconductor manufacture\nAn unrelenting commitment to research and development and the recruitment of good people are central to their success\nThis vacancy is being advertised by TRS Consulting. The services advertised by TRS Consulting are those of an employment agency and / or employment business

Job title: Electronic Design Engineer Location: Reading/Glasgow sites available within hybrid working arrangements. Mission Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics. The combined IT and engineering expertise brings a unique end-to-end solution offering, with four service lines – Consulting, Solutions, Talents and Academy – to support clients in rethinking their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time to market and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow. Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group and is a commercial brand under which both AKKA and Modis entities operate. Scope The Electronic Engineer develops integrated hardware solutions, both utilising COTS components and designing bespoke systems, through design, development, verification, and validation. In this role you will produce electrical interconnect designs, cable schedules, ICDs, wiring schedules, LV distributions, earth & bonding strategies, assess the impact of EMI / EMC, RoHS, REACH and LV Directive on the electrical designs, etc. Responsibilities • Satisfy the HW requirement set through design, development, and test activities., • Implement the hardware architecture in physical and electrical form, fit and function., • Support Manufacturing and Procurement during the build phase, i.e. respond to Problem Reports and implement Engineering Change Requests., • Define the Design Proving / Hardware Test Specifications and use these during qualification., • Define the EMC and Environmental Test Specifications and use these during qualification., • Design and develop any special test equipment to facilitate the above. Skills • General Electronic and Electrical Engineering (degree level)., • COTS AC and DC LV power supplies., • Designing with PCI, RS485/232, Hotlink and Ethernet interfaces., • Designing cables and harness assemblies, utilising military style connectors and backshells, such as MIL-DTL-38999., • An understanding of cable screening methods and military style cable construction methodologies., • Designing to meet EMC and environmental standards / requirements. Experience • Strong relevant experience of the Skills listed above or associated experience that can be applied to electronic, electrical and electro-mechanical design in a regulated industry., • Design and specification of COTS and bespoke sub-assemblies and equipment suitable for 19” racks / cabinets., • Interconnection Design (i.e. wiring harnesses, copper or fibre optical network interconnections, connector types, power distribution and data comms, spatial constraints, environmental considerations)., • Full engineering lifecycle experience (Capture, Design, Implementation, Test)., • Working with requirements in a structured and evidential manner., • Production of Design / Test Specifications and Test Reports.

About Plessey We’re building the hardware foundation for next-era computing. Plessey is a world-leading technology company driving the next generation of photonic devices and systems. With over 70 years of innovation, we combine research, materials science, process engineering, and manufacturing under one roof. We’re recognised as a global authority in microLED displays, optical computing, and optical interconnects. Join us to work on breakthrough technologies shaping the future of light-based technology and computing. Lead We don’t follow industry trends; we create them, pushing boundaries and setting standards others aspire to. Every team member has the power to make decisions, drive change, and deliver excellence. We support each other, challenge one another for the best solutions, and lead by example. Together, we build industries and technologies that shape the future and scale toward our vision of the next era of computing. Grow We expand our capabilities every day — deepening our expertise, improving how we work, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Curiosity fuels us: we question assumptions, explore new ideas, and innovate with light-based technologies. By investing in and empowering our people, we strengthen Plessey’s impact and help shape the future of optical technology. Trust We operate like a family—honest, reliable, and supportive. We have each other’s backs, own our actions, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and safety. We trust each other to deliver, our customers to challenge us, and our expertise to guide the way. Together, trust enables the collaboration essential for breakthrough innovation and lasting impact. Location Located at our head office and state-of-the-art fabrication facility in Plymouth. About the Role We are seeking a senior Embedded Software Engineer to join the Product Development team and contribute to embedded firmware development and hardware–software integration. This is a hands-on role, working closely with the Principal Engineer and Senior Hardware Engineer to translate system architecture into reliable embedded implementations across prototypes, demos, and product platforms. Key Responsibilities • Design, implement, and maintain embedded firmware in C/C++., • Develop and maintain low-level drivers and application firmware., • Support bootloader development and firmware update functionality., • Implement firmware robustness, error handling, and recovery paths., • Support firmware bring-up on new hardware., • Debug hardware/firmware issues involving power, clocks, interfaces, and timing., • Work with schematics, PCBs, and lab equipment during development and debugging., • Support validation and test readiness of embedded systems., • Translate architectural intent into working embedded implementations., • Take ownership of defined subsystems with appropriate guidance., • Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge transfer., • Support integration with test environments and higher-level software systems. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise • Background in Electronic Engineering or similar discipline., • Experience in embedded software development (C/C++)., • Experience with microcontrollers (e.g. STM32 or similar)., • Experience with bare-metal and/or RTOS-based systems., • Comfortable reading schematics and understanding hardware design., • Experience with board bring-up and low-level debugging., • Experience using SWD/JTAG, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes., • Understanding of common interfaces (USB, SPI, I²C/I3C, UART). Advantage • USB device development experience., • Familiarity with embedded Linux or Zephyr., • Experience supporting prototype, demo, or pre-production systems.

Job Title: Refrigeration Engineer Location: Regional roles in UK Pay Range/details: £51,027.00 per annum (incl.13 standby payments) Contract Type: Permanent Omega are supporting a leading facilities management provider in their search for a Refrigeration Engineer work on a major UK supermarket contract. The right Refrigeration Engineer will be the first line in all service and maintenance throughout allocated sites. They will also effectively maintain service and repair Refrigeration Equipment in customer locations and aid HVAC equipment containing refrigeration circuits. Current locations: Chester / Newcastle / Bournemouth / Leeds / Southampton Key Responsibilities - Refrigeration Engineer • Carry out reactive and planned refrigeration maintenance within agreed timescales., • Diagnose faults, identify non-repairable issues and recommend replacements., • Complete all PPM, technical and compliance paperwork accurately and on time., • Order and fit parts in line with company procedures., • Respond promptly to Helpdesk service calls and complete repairs efficiently., • Communicate issues affecting store operations to GSMs and build strong working relationships., • Complete surveys, reports and job documentation as required., • Participate in the out-of-hours standby rota and arrange cover when needed., • Working with CO? refrigeration pack systems., • Planned on-call rota 1 in 4 weeks (hours of work paid in addition to standby payment). Qualifications & Requirements - Refrigeration Engineer • Time-served apprenticeship with NVQ/C&G refrigeration qualification., • C&G 2079 / CITB refrigerant handling certificate / F Gas Category 1, • Strong refrigeration, electrical, mechanical and diagnostic skills., • Ability to read technical drawings and apply relevant H&S legislation., • Good communication and customer-facing skills., • Self-motivated, professional and able to work at heights using access equipment., • Full UK driving licence essential. What we can offer - Refrigeration Engineer • 33 Days Holiday (Inc. Bank Holidays)., • OTE = £60,000 per annum (Based on current engineers), • Private Pension., • HealthShield Cashback Plan - Reclaim part of your dental/optical costs., • OneCity - Employee Discount Platform., • Employee Value Awards up to the value of £250., • Access to Costco Personal Membership Subscription., • Mental and Physical Health Services (Wisdom, Thrive, SkinVision)., • Electric Car Scheme (Criteria Applies)., • First Bus Commuter Club - Discounted Bus Travel. For more information on this role, please contact Michael Farrell on 01453 829768 or send a copy of your CV to Candidates who are currently a Refrigeration Engineer, HVAC Engineer, Air Conditioning Engineer, Maintenance Engineer or Service Engineer may be suitable for this position. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website ___

About Plessey We’re building the hardware foundation for next-era computing. Plessey is a world-leading technology company driving the next generation of photonic devices and systems. With over 70 years of innovation, we combine research, materials science, process engineering, and manufacturing under one roof. We’re recognised as a global authority in microLED displays, optical computing, and optical interconnects. Join us to work on breakthrough technologies shaping the future of light-based technology and computing. Lead We don’t follow industry trends; we create them, pushing boundaries and setting standards others aspire to. Every team member has the power to make decisions, drive change, and deliver excellence. We support each other, challenge one another for the best solutions, and lead by example. Together, we build industries and technologies that shape the future and scale toward our vision of the next era of computing. Grow We expand our capabilities every day — deepening our expertise, improving how we work, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Curiosity fuels us: we question assumptions, explore new ideas, and innovate with light-based technologies. By investing in and empowering our people, we strengthen Plessey’s impact and help shape the future of optical technology. Trust We operate like a family—honest, reliable, and supportive. We have each other’s backs, own our actions, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and safety. We trust each other to deliver, our customers to challenge us, and our expertise to guide the way. Together, trust enables the collaboration essential for breakthrough innovation and lasting impact. Location Located at our head office and state-of-the-art fabrication facility in Plymouth. About the Role We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to support the development of automated reliability and characterisation test systems for MicroLED devices. The role combines test software development, instrument control, and data analysis, supporting both the execution of reliability campaigns and the analysis of device performance and degradation. The engineer will work closely with hardware engineers and test engineers to develop software tools that control laboratory equipment, automate test procedures, and analyse large datasets generated during device testing. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain automated test software for reliability and characterisation systems., • Interface with laboratory instruments and test hardware using LabVIEW, C++, and Python., • Support the execution of device reliability campaigns and engineering experiments., • Develop tools for data collection, processing, and analysis., • Work with engineering teams to interpret results and identify device behaviour trends., • Contribute to improving the automation and robustness of internal test platforms. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise • Master’s degree in Physics, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline., • Proficiency in LabVIEW and C++., • Working knowledge of Python for data processing and analysis., • Hands-on experience with communication protocols such as SPI and I²C., • Experience working with laboratory bench instruments such as power supply units (PSUs), oscilloscopes, pattern generators and multimeters., • Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail., • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Advantage • Experience with NI TestStand for automated test environments., • Background or practical experience in semiconductor device testing., • Experience analysing large datasets and developing mathematical models for device behaviour and degradation., • Familiarity with reliability testing methodologies (e.g., lifetime or stress testing).

About Plessey We’re building the hardware foundation for next-era computing. Plessey is a world-leading technology company driving the next generation of photonic devices and systems. With over 70 years of innovation, we combine research, materials science, process engineering, and manufacturing under one roof. We’re recognised as a global authority in microLED displays, optical computing, and optical interconnects. Join us to work on breakthrough technologies shaping the future of light-based technology and computing. Lead We don’t follow industry trends; we create them, pushing boundaries and setting standards others aspire to. Every team member has the power to make decisions, drive change, and deliver excellence. We support each other, challenge one another for the best solutions, and lead by example. Together, we build industries and technologies that shape the future and scale toward our vision of the next era of computing. Grow We expand our capabilities every day — deepening our expertise, improving how we work, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Curiosity fuels us: we question assumptions, explore new ideas, and innovate with light-based technologies. By investing in and empowering our people, we strengthen Plessey’s impact and help shape the future of optical technology. Trust We operate like a family—honest, reliable, and supportive. We have each other’s backs, own our actions, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and safety. We trust each other to deliver, our customers to challenge us, and our expertise to guide the way. Together, trust enables the collaboration essential for breakthrough innovation and lasting impact. Location Located at our head office and state-of-the-art fabrication facility in Plymouth. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Test Development Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will work with advanced test equipment, helping to develop and improve innovative testing solutions. If you are passionate about test development, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to work with cutting-edge technology, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities • Implement and maintain digital and mixed-signal test solutions., • Specify hardware required for testing such as probecards, interface boards etc., • Develop and optimise test programs for complex devices using Teradyne Ultraflex., • Perform test program, Test HW characterization over temperature (Ex. Shmoo analysis), GRR, Correlation, setup calibration and product qualification., • Drive and perform the Repeatability and Reproducibility Studies which are necessary to transfer a test solution from an in-house development site or from other development sites to a full manufacturing high volume setup., • Define and release procedures for all aspects of test program development (e.g. test program release, test coding guidelines etc)., • Release and support test programs for production., • Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure on time delivery test coverage and quality., • Work with stakeholders to identify and implement test process improvements. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise • Significant experience in test development within mixed-signal environments, encompassing both analog and digital system validation., • Strong programming skills ( VBA, Python)., • Understanding of digital and analog test principles., • Problem-solving and analytical skills., • Experience with GRR and test program release processes including data analysis software (eg. JMP, Examinator). Advantage • Mixed-signal testing expertises., • Experience with Teradyne Ultraflex., • uLED and /or display panel testing expertise., • Knowledge of Teradyne IRIS100S systems., • Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing and test flows., • Knowledge of TEL probers., • Expertise with test program control such as git.

Senior RF Validation Engineer - Up to £70,000 per annum + Bonus Edison's client are currently seeking a Senior RF Validation Engineer on a permanent basis to join their growing team. The role can be based in Bristol or Essex and is open to candidates requiring sponsorship as well as offering relocation assistance. To be considered you will have the following experience: • RF Validation, • Optical or Fibre optic, • Semiconductor industry, • Python - Highly desirable yet not essential, • 5+ years in industry To be considered please apply with an up to date CV and I will call to discuss in further detail.

About Plessey We’re building the hardware foundation for next-era computing. Plessey is a world-leading technology company driving the next generation of photonic devices and systems. With over 70 years of innovation, we combine research, materials science, process engineering, and manufacturing under one roof. We’re recognised as a global authority in microLED displays, optical computing, and optical interconnects. Join us to work on breakthrough technologies shaping the future of light-based technology and computing. Our values Lead We don’t follow industry trends; we create them, pushing boundaries and setting standards others aspire to. Every team member has the power to make decisions, drive change, and deliver excellence. We support each other, challenge one another for the best solutions, and lead by example. Together, we build industries and technologies that shape the future and scale toward our vision of the next era of computing. Grow We expand our capabilities every day — deepening our expertise, improving how we work, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Curiosity fuels us: we question assumptions, explore new ideas, and innovate with light-based technologies. By investing in and empowering our people, we strengthen Plessey’s impact and help shape the future of optical technology. Trust We operate like a family—honest, reliable, and supportive. We have each other’s backs, own our actions, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and safety. We trust each other to deliver, our customers to challenge us, and our expertise to guide the way. Together, trust enables the collaboration essential for breakthrough innovation and lasting impact. Location Located at our head office and state-of-the-art fabrication facility in Plymouth. About the Role The Thin Film Ellipsometry Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimising, and controlling thin-film optical measurement and characterisation processes to support high-yield, high-performance semiconductor device fabrication. This role focuses on ellipsometry-based metrology for deposited thin films across development and production environments. Key Responsibilities • Develop, qualify, and optimise ellipsometry measurement processes for thin films (thickness, refractive index n/k, composition, and uniformity)., • Support R&D and new materials development by providing accurate thin-film characterisation, measurement development, and data analysis., • Own and maintain ellipsometry process recipes, optical models, and control strategies., • Provide accurate metrology feedback to thin-film deposition processes (e.g., PVD, CVD, ALD)., • Analyse film properties including thickness mapping, optical constants, and process-induced variation., • Develop and refine optical models for multilayer thin-film stacks., • Utilise statistical process control (SPC) to monitor tool performance and process stability., • Conduct root cause analysis for measurement drift, model instability, or yield excursions related to film properties., • Collaborate with equipment and process engineering teams to maintain and improve metrology tool performance., • Support new product introduction (NPI) through film characterisation, DOE planning, and process transfer., • Generate technical reports and present findings to engineering and management teams., • Ensure compliance with safety and cleanroom protocols. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field., • 3–7+ years of experience in semiconductor or advanced thin-film processing environments., • Strong hands-on experience with spectroscopic ellipsometry., • Solid understanding of thin-film optics, dispersion modelling, and multilayer analysis., • Experience correlating ellipsometry data with complementary techniques (e.g., XRD, AFM, profilometry)., • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills., • Strong ownership mentality with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment., • Adaptable and comfortable with evolving priorities and rapid change., • Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills (working effectively with process, equipment, R&D, and manufacturing teams)., • Clear and confident communicator, able to present technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences., • Experience with compound semiconductor or dielectric thin films would be an advantage.

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