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Hardware Design Engineer 📍 Newcastle Area | Hybrid 3/2 split I'm working with an established electronics business who design and build their own products in-house. They're after a Hardware Design Engineer to support new product development someone who can own the electronics design and grow into the go-to expert on their core technologies. Small, fast-paced engineering team covering R&D, product development and new product introduction. You'd be leading projects, not just contributing to them. What you'll be doing • Designing new products - circuit design, schematic capture and PCB layout, • Working closely with the wider engineering team to get products into production, • Leading internal and external project teams, including subcontractors, and dealing with customers where needed, • Researching new technologies to keep the product roadmap current What they're after • Experience in a similar role, strong across schematic capture, PCB layout, analogue and digital circuit design, microcontrollers and simulation, • MEng in Electronic Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience, • Someone who can lead and motivate, and juggle several projects at once, • Confident talking to technical and non-technical people alike, • Diligent, detail-driven, and genuinely bothered about hitting milestones Nice to have • Altium Designer, • MATLAB / Simulink / LabVIEW, • Some software development, • Project management experience Interested, or know someone who'd fit? Drop me a message or apply - happy to have a confidential chat.

A leading UK Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) contractor and design specialist is currently recruiting for an experienced MEP Design Manager to join their growing team. Our client is recognised for delivering high-quality MEP solutions across new build, refurbishment, and fit-out projects. They pride themselves on innovation, in-house BIM expertise, technical excellence, and a strong commitment to sustainable construction. The Role As MEP Design Manager, you will lead the design function on a variety of exciting projects. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end MEP design process, ensuring coordinated, compliant, and cost-effective solutions that meet or exceed client expectations. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the MEP design team. Oversee the production and delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health designs. Manage design programmes, budgets, and resources. Drive BIM and digital design processes across projects. Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and internal delivery teams. Conduct design reviews, technical submissions, and value engineering. Support tender and pre-construction stages with expert MEP input. Champion sustainability and innovation in design delivery. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as an MEP Design Manager or Senior MEP Designer. Strong technical knowledge across Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health systems. Hands-on experience with BIM/Revit and other design software. Excellent project coordination, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Relevant qualifications (CIBSE, IET, or equivalent) are highly desirable. Package Competitive basic salary (depending on experience). Company car / car allowance. Pension, health benefits, and other attractive perks. * Excellent career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking business. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented MEP Design professional to take ownership of design delivery with a respected and innovative contractor

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom Hybrid 2/3 days on site - Locations: Basildon, Bristol, Edinburgh, Luton, Newcastle or Southampton. Leading engineering solutions provider, with a strong history in supporting the product lifecycle requirements of high-tech industries. As a trailblazer in offshore product development engineering, we stand as one of the most extensive engineering service providers serving a variety of industry sectors. The Senior / Principal firmware engineer would be responsible for design and development of Firmware designs using VHDL and verifying designs using VHDL or System Verilog. The firmware engineer would work closely with Systems, Hardware and Software teams to provide firmware solutions and solve integration problems on complex systems. • Creating innovative and robust VHDL-based designs, • Documenting and recording deliverables, • Providing progress reports, • At least 5 years experience of developing firmware using VHDL or Verilog, • Experienced with Mentor Graphics FPGA development tools including HDL Designer, ModelSim / Questa and Precision, • Familiar with Xilinx / Intel (Altera) / Microsemi (Actel) ISE design flow and third-party synthesis tools, • Ability to analyse system and / or hardware level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements, • De-bugging firmware designs and supporting integration & verification at hardware and system level • A good understanding of firmware version control and revision control software, • Ability to coordinate day to day technical activities, liaising closely with the Project Engineering Lead / Lead firmware engineer & other disciplines, • Excellent communication (oral & written) & interpersonal skills, • Linux and scripting experience, • Experience in writing technical reports/ documentation, • Development of real-time, embedded, safety-critical firmware, preferably in accordance with RTCA/DO-254 DAL A or B, • Experience of firmware requirements capture and requirements management tools, • Relevant experience in the Aerospace or Defence industry, • Experience of embedded processor cores (e.g. ARM) in FPGA designs, • Independent verification using VHDL or SystemVerilog / UVM, • Familiarity with latest FPGA device families, • Experience with High-Speed Serial protocols and implementations, • honours degree or equivalent in Electronics Engineering or another STEM-based subject, • UK citizenship is mandatory to be able to clear the background checks and obtain SC clearance, • Current valid SC clearance would be an advantage #J-18808-Ljbffr

Senior or Principal Building Structures Engineer Salary: £52,000-£67,000 Employment type: Permanent Sector: Infrastructure and Ministry of Justice buildings We are recruiting a Senior or Principal Building Structures Engineer for a leading UK infrastructure consultancy. You will take a key role in the structural design and delivery of infrastructure and Ministry of Justice projects,including prisons and other secure operational facilities. Depending on your experience,you will either lead the structural delivery of individual projects or provide wider technical and team leadership across several schemes. Key responsibilities • Lead the production of structural designs,calculations,drawings and technical documentation. Develop technically robust solutions that comply with Structural Eurocodes,Building Regulations and client requirements. Review and check engineering deliverables,taking responsibility for technical quality. Lead and support engineers and technicians working across single and multidisciplinary projects. Manage design quality and programme performance across multiple schemes. Develop solutions for new-build,refurbishment,alteration and strengthening projects. Coordinate with architects,building-services engineers,contractors and other technical disciplines. Undertake site surveys,inspections and technical assessments. Liaise with clients,suppliers and project stakeholders. Manage design risks and support compliance with CDM Regulations. Contribute to bids,fee proposals and work-winning activity. At Principal level,manage project budgets,resources and commercial performance. Mentor and professionally develop junior engineers. * Undertake people-management responsibilities where required. About you You will have: • A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering. Extensive building-structures design experience. Strong knowledge of steel,concrete,masonry and timber structures. Detailed knowledge of Structural Eurocodes,Building Regulations and design governance. Experience leading engineers and technicians. The ability to produce,check and approve technically robust engineering deliverables. Experience managing quality and programme performance across multiple projects. Familiarity with Tekla Structural Designer,Tekla Tedds and relevant three-dimensional design software. Strong client and stakeholder-management skills. * Incorporated or Chartered status with an appropriate professional institution. Principal-level candidates should normally possess Chartered status and demonstrate technical leadership,team management,commercial responsibility and work-winning experience. Experience involving prisons,courts,government buildings or other secure and operationally sensitive estates would be advantageous. Candidates must be able to obtain the necessary Ministry of Justice security clearance. The role offers a competitive benefits package,flexible working,professional development and opportunities to lead nationally important infrastructure projects. TPBN1_UKTJ

Building Structures Engineer Salary: £36,000-£45,000 Employment type: Permanent Sector: Infrastructure and Ministry of Justice buildings We are recruiting a Building Structures Engineer for a leading UK infrastructure consultancy. The role will support the design and delivery of infrastructure and Ministry of Justice projects,including prisons and other secure operational facilities. Applications are welcomed from developing engineers at Assistant level as well as established Building Structures Engineers. The successful candidate will be appointed at the appropriate grade based on their experience. ## Key responsibilities Produce structural designs,calculations,drawings and technical documentation. Develop safe,practical and compliant structural engineering solutions. Support projects from feasibility and site survey through detailed design,construction and handover. Assess existing buildings and develop refurbishment,alteration and strengthening solutions. Coordinate structural designs with architects,building-services engineers and other disciplines. Use structural analysis and three-dimensional modelling software. Undertake site surveys,inspections and technical assessments. Prepare reports,specifications and tender information. Identify design hazards and support compliance with CDM Regulations. Manage assigned work against quality,cost and programme requirements. Liaise with clients,contractors,suppliers and project stakeholders. Support and,where appropriate,guide junior members of the team. ## About you You will have: A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering. Experience producing structural designs and calculations. Knowledge of steel,concrete,masonry and timber structures. Familiarity with Structural Eurocodes and Building Regulations. Experience using structural design and analysis software. Familiarity with Tekla Structural Designer,Tekla Tedds or comparable software. Strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. * Incorporated or Chartered status,or a commitment to achieving professional registration. Previous consultancy experience would be beneficial,although candidates from contractor,public-sector or wider engineering environments will also be considered. Experience involving prisons,courts,government buildings,defence,healthcare,education or other operationally sensitive estates would be advantageous. Candidates must be able to obtain the necessary Ministry of Justice security clearance. The position offers flexible working,structured professional development,support toward chartership and exposure to complex public-infrastructure projects. TPBN1_UKTJ

Mechanical Design Engineer North Shropshire Permanent Competitive depending on experience Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week Prince Personnel are delighted to be supporting an established and growing manufacturing business in North Shropshire with the recruitment of a Mechanical Design Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and innovative company that is investing in its future through new product development and exciting upcoming projects. The business is open to considering candidates at different stages of their career. Whether you are a recent graduate with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design or a related discipline and some practical design experience, or an experienced Design Engineer looking for your next challenge, this role offers the opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will play a key role in the design and development of both new and existing products, working closely with customers, suppliers and internal departments to produce practical and commercially successful engineering solutions. The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for: Supporting the design and development of new and bespoke products in line with customer and industry specifications Producing and reviewing 3D models, fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials using CAD software Ensuring designs meet performance, safety and regulatory requirements Collaborating with manufacturing teams to optimise products for efficient production Carrying out engineering calculations and technical assessments Developing and maintaining technical documentation, specifications and data sheets Providing technical support throughout manufacturing, inspection and testing activities Assisting the sales team with technical information and quotations Liaising directly with customers and suppliers regarding design requirements and project specifications Researching market trends and competitor products to support continuous improvement and innovation Providing technical advice and guidance on engineering and design matters Working with both 2D and 3D CAD packages including AutoCAD, Inventor and SolidWorks Skills and Experience Must have experience with 3D software (AutoCAD/ Inventor/Solidworks) Finite Element Analysis exposure/ understanding would be advantageous Relevant qualification would be ideal but not essential Must be within commutable distance - Must drive or have access to own transport This role would suit a Graduate Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer or Design Engineer The application process: Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity. We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours .If you do not hear from us within this time your details wont be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment. About Us Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client.Whether youre seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract youll find us easy to deal with.Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales.Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment.With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you. Reference: AA27031 TPBN1_UKTJ

Company Background: Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of fibre lasers for use in cutting, welding, and marking applications in a wide range of industries. They sell its products globally and has its major business operations, including Research and Development, Manufacturing and Product Marketing located in Southampton, UK, and the rest of Europe with additional Sales and Customer Support locations in Asia and North America. They are introducing key new products at pace and this role is critical to the success of these implementations and growth plans. Job Purpose: As a software engineer reporting to the Operations Test Team manager, you will be responsible for providing software support for the various production lines in Southampton. You will also be required to provide software support to other areas of business such as our services/quality, R&D and external customers where applicable. Your role includes but not limited to software development, database or stored procedure related tasks, software work planning, etc. You will be able to investigate and resolve any software bugs in a timely manner. You will be working alongside Mechanical / Hardware engineers in the operations test engineering team to deliver software solutions, whilst also collaborating with our R&D department for new NVI /NPI software development work. Key Areas of Responsibility: • Development and implementation of software to automate bespoke ATE systems built for the TGBL Southampton manufacturing lines., • Software and database/stored procedure review or development., • Investigate and resolve any software issues to support the different manufacturing lines at TGBL Southampton. Essential: • Software programming experience using LabVIEW Software for production testing. LabVIEW Core 2 training desirable as a minimum., • Some knowledge of Matlab, VB.net and VB6 programming to support existing test fixtures., • Hands on experience of debugging software controlling digital/analogue electronic hardware and power control systems., • Working with National Instruments digital IO, analogue and communication interfaces., • Experience in delivering software solutions to control hardware drivers & motors in third-party test equipment., • Previous experience working within a production environment, • Good communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple departments Advantageous: • Knowledge of National Instruments to develop automated solutions., • Experience interfacing to I2C, RS232, CANBUS, Modbus etc., • Experience in writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and test scripts., • Experience of using Atlassian JIRA/Confluence., • PC software Build and set-up in a production environment. Develop test solutions for optics beam delivery laser systems. Formal Qualifications: Degree qualified in an appropriate engineering discipline, or equivalent through experience and alternative technical qualifications JBRP1_UKTJ

A leading UK Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) contractor and design specialist is currently recruiting for an experienced MEP Design Manager to join their growing team. Our client is recognised for delivering high-quality MEP solutions across new build, refurbishment, and fit-out projects. They pride themselves on innovation, in-house BIM expertise, technical excellence, and a strong commitment to sustainable construction. The Role As MEP Design Manager, you will lead the design function on a variety of exciting projects. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end MEP design process, ensuring coordinated, compliant, and cost-effective solutions that meet or exceed client expectations. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop the MEP design team., • Oversee the production and delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health designs., • Manage design programmes, budgets, and resources., • Drive BIM and digital design processes across projects., • Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and internal delivery teams., • Conduct design reviews, technical submissions, and value engineering., • Support tender and pre-construction stages with expert MEP input., • Champion sustainability and innovation in design delivery. Candidate Requirements • Proven experience as an MEP Design Manager or Senior MEP Designer., • Strong technical knowledge across Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health systems., • Hands-on experience with BIM/Revit and other design software., • Excellent project coordination, leadership, and stakeholder management skills., • Relevant qualifications (CIBSE, IET, or equivalent) are highly desirable. Package • Competitive basic salary (depending on experience)., • Company car / car allowance., • Pension, health benefits, and other attractive perks., • Excellent career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking business. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented MEP Design professional to take ownership of design delivery with a respected and innovative contractor