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Our leading Cambridge based semiconductor client is currently searching for a Senior Packaging Engineer to lead the development of advanced semiconductor packaging solutions for high-performance GaN power products. The role will involve driving package design, simulation, and qualification, working closely with internal teams and international partners to deliver differentiated, high-density solutions aligned with the product roadmap. This is a hands-on technical leadership role covering simulation, design, supplier collaboration, qualification, and product support — from concept through to high-volume manufacturing. Required skills for the Senior Semiconductor Packaging Engineer will include: • Semiconductor packaging design experience, • 3D multiphysics simulation (COMSOL, ANSYS or similar), • Semiconductor assembly knowledge (wirebond, flip-chip, embedded), • Thermal characterisation and reliability testing experience (JEDEC, AEC-Q100), • Strong communication experience, • Degree qualified Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.

Based in Cambridge this global Organisation with offices around the world are looking to recruit a Photonics lead along with a more Junior Photonics Engineer with a team accelerating the adoption of innovative photonic technologies into real-world products. The role involves photonic integrated circuits, nano- and micro-fabricated optics, nonlinear systems, and emerging fields such as quantum photonics, along with Optical Design, including the use of tools like Zemax. The more Senior role involves photonics architect, leading multidisciplinary teams developing next-generation photonic and optoelectronic systems, delivering PICs and photonic systems, owning architecture from concept to validated hardware. The more junior role will report to this Lead architect working on similar projects and technologies. The successful candidates will have excellent qualifications, PhD in Physics, Electronics or Semiconductor related technologies, along with: • Specification, design, fabrication/test and validation of complex PICs or photonic systems., • Hands-on photonic design/simulation (Lumerical/Ansys/Synopsys or equivalent) and PIC layout (Synopsys/Luceda/Nazca)., • Engagement with photonics ecosystem (fabs, packaging, test)., • Deep knowledge of PIC platforms (SiPh/SiN/InP), integration methods and test strategies., • Experience in photonic / optical compute technologies, • Experience in high-speed PICs for datacoms

Senior Physical Design Engineer - Bristol or Cambridge This client is a fast-growing player in the semiconductor space, focused on developing advanced computing platforms that enable cutting-edge applications in AI, high-performance computing, and data-intensive systems. With strong financial backing and a growing engineering presence in Cambridge and Bristol, they are looking to strengthen their physical design group with new talent. As a Physical Design Engineer, you will be part of a collaborative team responsible for turning complex RTL designs into high-quality silicon. This is a hands-on role where you’ll work across the full digital backend flow, ensuring designs meet performance, power, and area targets at advanced technology nodes. You’ll also have the opportunity to influence methodologies, improve design processes, and contribute to technical innovation on next-generation products. Responsibilities would include: • Drive multiple stages of the physical design flow, from floorplanning through place and route to final sign-off, • Optimise designs for power, performance, and area while meeting aggressive schedules, • Contribute to the development of new flows and automation to improve team efficiency, • Collaborate closely with RTL, verification, packaging, and product engineering groups, • Take ownership of technical challenges and propose creative, robust solutions Required experience: • Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline, • Solid background in digital backend/physical design, ideally including work at 7nm or below, • Practical knowledge of timing closure, clock tree design, physical verification, and sign-off processes, • Strong scripting/programming ability (e.g. Python, Tcl) Email - Tel - 01189073075 LinkedIn -

Mechanical (Battery Design) Engineer Location: Cambridge An innovative, high-growth technology company is developing next-generation energy storage solutions to support the global transition to electrification. Their cutting-edge approach combines advanced materials and novel system design to deliver high-performance battery technologies for future power applications. As part of their continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in translating breakthrough R&D into scalable, real-world products. The right candidate will have good practical experience with compression systems, thermal/gas management & electro-mechanical devices. Working within a multidisciplinary scale-up team, you’ll be involved in taking early-stage technology through to deployable systems, collaborating closely with engineering, product and commercial teams. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage of development, offering strong exposure to innovative technology and the chance to make a tangible impact. You will support the transition from prototype to production, focusing on cell-to-module integration and system-level design. Key responsibilities: • Scale laboratory concepts into larger, application-ready formats including design, build and validation, • Develop and optimise mechanical compression systems at both cell and module level, • Define and implement thermal and gas management strategies, • Establish and improve quality control processes for components and assemblies, • Design and integrate electrical interfaces between cells and modules in collaboration with electronics teams, • Work closely with mechanical engineering teams on design alignment, prototyping and packaging strategies, • Produce and maintain detailed CAD models and engineering drawings, • Manage engineering changes, including BOMs, documentation and design traceability, • Ensure adherence to engineering standards and safe working practices About You • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience), • Proven experience taking products from prototype through to production, • Background in complex engineering environments (battery or energy storage experience beneficial but not essential), • Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) across metal and plastic components, • Proficient in CAD, engineering drawings and tolerance analysis, • Experience delivering projects in fast-paced, evolving environments, • Able to solve problems effectively in ambiguous or developing technical settings, • Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly document and share technical information, • Collaborative, proactive and comfortable working cross-functionally Sounds good, how do I apply? • Option 1: Click the apply button, don't worry if you don't have an up-to-date CV, we can discuss whatever you have to hand., • Option 2: Find Morgan Veness on LinkedIn and drop me a message or connection request

Device Packaging Engineer (Hybrid) 📍 Cambridgeshire 💰 £60,000 – £80,000 (Negotiable) + 20% Bonus + Car/Allowance + Relocation + Excellent Benefits Ready to take ownership of packaging strategy within a global medical technology business? An established and fast-growing medical device manufacturer is seeking a Device Packaging Engineer to lead packaging specification, development, validation and testing activities across medical devices and combination products. This is a high-visibility role offering genuine autonomy, influence and long-term progression within a business that invests heavily in its people. The Opportunity You will take overall responsibility for: * Medical device & combination product packaging specification * Design development & validation testing * Packaging compliance within regulated environments * Continuous improvement of packaging performance, cost and reliability * Cross-functional collaboration across Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing and R&D This is a hybrid position offering flexibility while remaining closely connected to innovation and manufacturing teams. What We’re Looking For ✔ Degree qualified (Engineering, Science, Product Design) or time-served Engineer with strong industry experience ✔ Experience working within ISO 13485 and cGMP regulated environments ✔ Proven track record developing packaging fo...

Systems Engineer Cambridge | Hybrid (3/4 days on site) £50k - £70k Join a Cambridge-based engineering business developing precision instruments that combine sensors, electronics, thermal systems, firmware, and mechanical assemblies for demanding environments. You’ll work across the full development cycle, from concept and modelling to integration, testing, and deployment. What you’ll be doing: Integrate electronics, sensors, firmware, thermal, and mechanical subsystems into robust instruments. Define and manage electrical, mechanical, thermal, and software interfaces. Plan and execute system integration tests, troubleshoot issues, and validate performance. Design experiments to characterise system behaviour under temperature, vibration, or pressure changes. Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to ensure subsystem performance meets system-level requirements. Analyse data and guide iterative design improvements.Technical skills required: Control systems and system dynamics Electronics and instrumentation Thermal systems and stabilisation Mechanical integration and packaging Data analysis (Python) Experimental design and testingWhat we’re looking for: Degree in Physics, Electrical, Mechanical, Control, or related engineering discipline. Experience with complex, multidisciplinary systems and hands-on troubleshooting. Understanding of feedback control and dynamic system behaviour. A...