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Job Title: Refrigeration Engineer Location: South Coast Pay Range/details: £46,791.53 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. 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., • 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., • 33 Days Holiday (Inc. Bank Holidays)., • 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). Candidates who are currently a Refrigeration Engineer, HVAC Engineer, Air Conditioning Engineer, Maintenance Engineer or Service Engineer may be suitable for this position. xrnqpay For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors. Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.

Senior FPGA Development Engineer Sole UK Nationals Only Are you ready to be part of the future? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking technology organisation at the forefront of advanced defence and security solutions. You'll work on cutting‑edge systems that help protect lives and deliver real‑world impact, collaborating with some of the brightest engineers in the industry. We are looking for a Senior FPGA Development Engineer to join a high‑performing engineering team working on advanced FPGA solutions across multiple technology domains. The Role As a Senior FPGA Development Engineer, you will be responsible for developing FPGA‑based solutions across a range of complex and innovative technology areas, including: Radio Frequency and Optical Communications RADAR and Electronic Warfare Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) Cyber and Crypto‑SecurityYou will work across the full project lifecycle, developing solutions from early proof‑of‑concept demonstrators through to fully qualified production systems. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of the development and delivery of complex FPGA designs from inception to deployment Capture and manage requirements, develop system architectures, and produce detailed designs Implement, verify, validate, and document FPGA solutions Collaborate closely with multi‑disciplinary project teams and stakeholders Deliver high‑quality solutions to agreed timescales, cost, and technical performance standards Contribute to continuous technical improvement and innovation across projects Essential Experience Proven track record in developing complex FPGA‑based systems, including design, implementation, verification, and validation Experience working with domain experts to define conceptual system solutions and translate them into efficient FPGA implementations Strong knowledge of System on Chip (SoC) designs, including configuration and integration Experience working with soft and hard core CPUs such as Zynq, Microblaze, ARM, or RISC‑V Familiarity with standard buses and interconnects such as AXI, AHB, or Wishbone Ability to specify and integrate software interfaces alongside FPGA designs Essential Qualifications Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a closely related discipline Security & Eligibility Sole UK Nationals Only Eligibility to obtain and maintain high‑level UK security clearance is essential for this role Working Arrangements Full‑time position (37 hours per week) Hybrid working available Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to work on some of the UK's most advanced technology programmes in a collaborative, inclusive environment where innovation thrives. You will be encouraged to share ideas, challenge conventions, and develop your career while working on projects that genuinely matter. Our teams value collaboration, curiosity, and technical excellence, creating an environment where people from different backgrounds and disciplines work together to solve complex problems and deliver impactful solutions. Benefits Competitive pension scheme with matched contributions and life assurance Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional leave Private Medical, Dental and Health Cash Plan options Employee discount portal covering travel, insurance, retail, leisure and more Formal support for the Armed Forces community, including recognition under the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Volunteering opportunities supporting local communities and charities

Manufacturing / Process Transfer Engineer Outside IR35 | Up to £50/hr | Contract to Dec 2026 Long-term Outside IR35 opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing / Process Transfer Engineer supporting a major equipment and process transfer within a high-tech manufacturing environment. Key highlights: * Maintain production output during site transfer * Lead equipment relocation, qualification & re-installation (IQ/OQ/PQ) * Support PFMEAs, work instructions & process documentation * Troubleshoot lasers, optics & precision assemblies * Work cross-functionally with R&D, Quality & Supply Chain Skills needed: * Manufacturing/Process Engineering background (laser, optics, photonics, precision assembly) * Strong hands-on problem solving (mechanical / optical / electro-mechanical) * Experience managing complex transfers under tight timelines Details: * Rate: Up to £50 per hour * IR35: Outside * Duration: Long-term (to end of 2026) Apply now for immediate consideration

Through your experience of optical systems, you will be actively involved in delivering work packages relating to novel optical systems. Professional standard optical design tools such as Zemax, and related 3D engineering or modelling packages. Senior Laser / Optical Scientist.

Some of the responsibilities of the Senior Optical Engineer based in H Southampton, Hampshire: Take ownership of new high power laser product development activities from concept to transfer to production; work with other Engineers (optical, mechanical, electronics and the customers) to define and ag

An established engineering company specialising in advanced electro-optical and precision sensing systems is seeking anOptronics Systems Engineerto join its multidisciplinary development team. The organisation designs and manufactures high-precision platforms used to integrate optical sensors into d

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the Optical Network system design, Hardware Design, implementation and testing, Test and Measurement, modelling and characterisation of optical components and assessing Optical Transmission network performance for short reach AI Networked Systems.

A leading recruitment solutions firm in the UK is looking for an Optical Modeling Engineer to develop and validate optical models for an end-to-end camera simulation pipeline.

Experience with optical test equipment and optical troubleshooting experience using C-OTDR, OTDR, OSA, BERT and optical power meters. As an Optical Deployment Engineer, you are not afraid to propose new ideas, gather constructive feedback from others, and push forward to make these ideas a reality.

We are looking for an Optical Modeling Engineer to develop and validate optical models for an end‑to‑end camera simulation pipeline that consists of image sensor, optics, and imaging algorithms. Job function: Information Technology and Engineering.

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Systems Optimisation Engineer to develop intelligent test frameworks and optimisation algorithms for optical networks. In this role, you will collaborate with hardware engineers to enhance testing strategies, improve efficiency, and refine

Mindrift connects specialists with project-based AI opportunities for leading tech companies, focused on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems.Participation is project-based, not permanent employment.Please submit your CV in English and indicate your level of English proficiency.Design origi

Optical Systems Engineer – Medical Devices - Cambridge. We are working with a leading Medical Devices company in Cambridge to recruit an Optical Systems Engineer who will play a key role in the development of industry disrupting and lifesaving/improving Medical Technologies. This is a hands-on eng

A leading technology firm in Greater London is seeking specialists for project-based opportunities in AI.The role involves designing computationally intensive physics problems that reflect real research workflows.Ideal candidates will have a degree in Physics or related fields, with at least 2 years

A cutting-edge technology company in Greater London seeks a Senior Assembly Manufacturing Engineer to drive assembly processes from prototypes to production. The ideal candidate will bring over 8 years of experience in manufacturing and assembly engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and a desi

A leading AI project platform in the United Kingdom seeks specialists to design original optics problems for tech companies.This project-based role requires a physics degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience in applied or research settings.Tasks demand creative problem design and familiari

Key responsibilities include defining assembly processes, maintaining manufacturing documentation, and collaborating closely with engineering teams. A cutting-edge technology firm in Greater London is looking for a Senior Assembly Manufacturing Engineer to manage their front end packaging processes.

Please submit your CV in English and indicate your level of English proficiency.Mindrift connects specialists with project-based AI opportunities for leading tech companies, focused on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems.Participation is project-based, not permanent employment.What This Op

Are you a Senior Optical Design Engineer with a passion for innovation, precision, and problem-solving? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a cutting-edge engineering team working on the design and development of next-generation optical systems and instruments. We are seeking an experienced opti

A pioneering space technology firm is seeking an Optical Systems Engineer in Guildford, UK. You will lead the technical development of the HotSat-4 optical instrument, focusing on optical architecture and verification during the build phase. Candidates should have a degree in Optics or Physics, and

Are you a Systems Engineer who loves contributing to the UKs Defence Industry and making impactful change? Leonardo has a fantastic opportunity for an Engineer to work on the modelling of airborne Free Space Optical Communication systems. Our Systems Engineers span across range of activities that he

A technology company is seeking a Consultant in Sales Engineering to engage with service provider customers in the United Kingdom. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in optical networking technologies, exceptional communication skills, and a relevant bachelor's degree.

A leading technology firm is seeking a Systems Engineer to work on modelling airborne Free Space Optical Communication systems in Southampton. This role requires a strong technical background in engineering, physics, or maths, and experience with MATLAB.

We are seeking Principal and Staff Optical Interconnect Engineers with deep experience in optical communications and co-packaged optics (CPO) to help design and deliver scalable, high-bandwidth interconnect systems. We are looking for an optical engineer who is equally comfortable discussing link bu

Field Service Engineer (Optical / Ophthalmic) – Requirements. Field Service Engineer (Optical / Ophthalmic) – Package. Field Service Engineer (Optical / Ophthalmic) - London & South East.

The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Telecommunications or Engineering, coupled with relevant experience and the ability to work flexibly across the EMEA region. A global technology leader is seeking a knowledgeable Field Engineer to join their team in the UK.

A leading Medical Devices company in Cambridge is seeking an Optical Systems Engineer to design and integrate optical systems for innovative medical technologies. Ideal candidates have a degree in physics or engineering and experience in optical design.

A leading manufacturer in the optical industry is looking for a Field Service Engineer to cover London and the South East. Candidates should have experience in Optical or Healthcare sectors and strong problem-solving skills.

Mindrift connects specialists with project‑based AI opportunities for leading tech companies, focused on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems.Participation is project‑based, not permanent employment.What this opportunity involves.Design original optics problems that simulate real physic

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work on a critical project for the next generation of Missile Seeker Programmes.

SatVu is looking for an Optical Systems Engineer to lead the comprehensive technical development of the HotSat-4 optical instrument. Proven experience in optical engineering applied to space or high-performance imaging systems; end to end payload experience desirable. In this role, you will be embed

This role involves designing advanced network solutions, providing substantial coaching to sales executives, and ensuring adherence to engineering standards. The suitable candidate should possess experience in solution engineering and strong communication skills. A leading telecommunications company

An established engineering company is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for a contract role based in North Wales. The position involves leading the design, integration, and validation of vehicle electro‑optical systems while defining system architecture and managing compliance with standards. C

A leading optical solutions provider in South East, England is seeking a Field Applications Engineer to support customers across the UK and Ireland. The role involves providing technical guidance on optical cabling products, pre-sales and post-sales support, and documentation of client claims. The i

A leading technology firm in Greater London seeks Principal and Staff Optical Interconnect Engineers to design next-generation optical interconnect architectures for AI data centers. Candidates will need deep experience in optical communications and a collaborative mindset for solving complex proble

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Optical Deployment Engineer to deploy and manage a large-scale optical network. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with optical networks, work on design and implementation, and collaborate with various teams. Responsibil

As Lead Optical Physicist/Engineer you will report directly to the CEO and in addition to the technical requirements of this role, you will also have the opportunity to line manage other team members and/or to contribute to business development activities. Significant breadth of understanding of las

Ideal candidates possess a degree in Physics or Electronics and have extensive experience in optical communications and hardware design.

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