Senior Embedded Software Engineer / Team Leader – Worcester (Up to £75,000)

Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for leadership and a strong background in C programming within a Linux environment? Join a dynamic company in Worcester that specializes in the design and development of cutting-edge adaptive array systems!

KO2’s client are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer who can step into a Team Leader role or has experience managing small teams of engineers. As part of a growing business with a rich heritage (dating back over 80 years!), you will play a crucial part in leading and collaborating with a talented team working on innovative embedded Linux-based devices.

What KO2’s client is looking for:

• Embedded C experience within a Linux environment (non-negotiable).
• Team leadership experience or the drive to step up and lead a small team of embedded engineers and front-end developers.
• Interest or expertise in modern C++, Rust, and React for front-end UI/GUI development.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems design and development, with a focus on adaptive array systems.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment while driving results and fostering innovation.

Technical Skills Required:

• Embedded Linux development (essential).
• Embedded C programming.
• Front-end technologies for GUI/UI development.
• Knowledge of Modern C++, Rust, React, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Leadership potential or experience in guiding a team.

The Client;

are a privately-owned, cutting-edge technology business with offices in Burton – On – Trent, Worcester, and Australia. With a rich history dating back to pre-World War II, they are now leading the way in embedded Linux device design across three design centres. The team in Worcester plays a key role in building embedded solutions for complex systems, and are looking to expand with your expertise.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £75,000.
• The opportunity to lead and develop a talented software team.
• Flexible working environment with options to collaborate in our Worcester or Burton-on-Trent offices.
• Work for a company that thrives on innovation and a supportive team culture.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with the drive to lead, and if you’re passionate about working in a collaborative and innovative environment, KO2 want to hear from you!

Position: Junior or Graduate Embedded Software Engineer
Location: Warwick

Salary: £30,000

The Role:
An exciting opportunity has been created for a Junior or Graduate Embedded Software Engineer to join our client’s newly established offices in the Warwick area, as they expand their engineering design team.

This role is ideal for someone with a relevant and recent degree qualification (Computer Science, Embedded Engineering etc) and a solid foundation in embedded software development who is eager to grow their skills in a real-world setting. If you’re looking to develop your expertise in all aspects of embedded development, solve interesting problems, and work with cutting-edge technologies, this is the role for you.

You will join a small, dynamic team and contribute to the development of next-generation products. You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across the full development lifecycle and make a meaningful impact on the design and functionality of exciting new devices.

Technologies and Skills you will have knowledge of and get the chance to work with include:

• Embedded C/C++ programming
• RTOS and Bare metal development
• 8-32 Bit microcontrollers – ARM Cortex (STM32 Chipset)
• RS232, RS485, TCP/IP, I2C, SPI, and other communication protocols

• Wireless, RF, Low Power/Battery Operated, or Mass Manufacturing products
• Bluetooth, ZigBee, WiFi
• Agile development tools (e.g., JIRA, GitHub)
• Safety coding standards (e.g., MISRA C, Safety Critical)

If you’re passionate about embedded software and looking for a role where you can grow and make a real difference, contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd today for more details.

Engineering Operations Manager – Leicester

Salary: £55,000 – £65,000
Bonus: Up to 10%
Pension Scheme: 7% contribution
BUPA: Family coverage available
Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
Location: Fully onsite, 5 days a week in Leicester

KO2’s client, a leading engineering business specializing in complex automation systems, is seeking an experienced Engineering Operations Manager to join their team. This business, part of a large group of companies with a global presence, offers a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic and diverse team in a small company environment, with the backing of a corporate powerhouse.

As the Engineering Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a production staff of 17, as well as managing purchasing, logistics, customer service, and quality teams. You will be deeply involved in operational finance reviews, working alongside the finance teams, and driving key performance indicators (KPIs) and continuous improvements across the business.

Your role will include managing 5 direct reports and a wider team of 23, ensuring production is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and health and safety standards. You’ll be expected to oversee all operational aspects of the business, ensuring effective resource management and smooth production processes, with the flexibility to “roll your sleeves up” when needed to get the job done – whether that means troubleshooting equipment or packing orders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage production and operational teams, ensuring efficient production schedules and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the finance team on operational costs, budgeting, and achieving financial targets.
• Ensure production is delivered in a quality, health, and safety compliant manner.
• Work alongside global teams, including finance in Mexico, accounts payable in Bulgaria, and the USA office, to ensure operational excellence.
• Drive continuous improvements and operational efficiencies.
• People management is at the core of your role, where your ability to inspire, mentor, and lead will be critical to success.

The ideal Engineering Operations Manager will bring solid people management experience, with the gravitas to motivate and inspire a team. While prior experience in operations management is desirable, we are open to candidates with a background as a production manager or manufacturing engineer looking to step up into a more senior role.

If you are ready to take on a challenge in a hands-on, dynamic environment and have the people management skills to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

Apply today to join KO2’s client as their next Engineering Operations Manager.

Exciting Opportunity for Conceptual Electronics Designers in Teversham!

Join a cutting-edge company at the forefront of powerboat racing electronics! KO2’s client are looking for talented Electronics Designers to help create innovative solutions that push the boundaries of high-performance engineering. If you are passionate about developing state-of-the-art electronic systems and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment, this is the role for you.

Position: Electronics Design Engineer
Location: Teversham, onsite
Salary: £55,000 – £70,000, depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architectural development of electronic systems for high-performance applications.
• Design and develop circuits, including:
  • H-bridge solenoid, motor and inductive load interfaces.
  • High and low-side MOSFET switches, current sensing, and measurement.
  • Common op-amp circuits (amplifiers, filters, comparators), microcontrollers, and communications interfaces (SPI, I2C, CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
  • Power supplies (linear and switched-mode).
• Commission, debug, and validate designs.
• Produce PCB designs using third-party layout resources, including layout and routing.
• Perform analogue circuit simulations to predict performance and optimize designs.
• Generate documentation: specifications, design descriptions, design and test reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams while adhering to industry-standard processes.

Highly Desirable Experience:

• Architectural development of complex electronic systems.
• Circuit design for power electronics and communication interfaces.
• PCB layout and routing experience.
• Experience with analogue circuit simulation and design validation.
• Proficient in creating clear design documentation and reports.

Desirable Experience:

• Safety-related hardware design and functionally safe hardware development.
• Experience in product qualification including EMC and environmental testing.
• Familiarity with design for manufacture and design for test principles.
• A background in reliability analysis (FMEA) and derating of components.
• Development of hardware test software.
• Degree in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a high-performance environment where your designs will directly impact cutting-edge powerboat racing technology.
• Competitive salary range of £55,000 – £70,000 based on experience.
• Work onsite in Teversham alongside a team of experts in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Opportunity to grow your career and make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry.

If you’re ready to take your electronics design career to the next level and work on exciting, high-performance projects, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and help shape the future of powerboat racing technology!

Position: Embedded Software Architect

Salary: £80,000 + Benefits
Location: Coventry

KO2’s client, a leader in IoT solutions for audio device selection, is seeking a talented Embedded Architect / Principal Embedded Engineer to join their expanding team. This is an exceptional opportunity to take on a hybrid role that combines hands-on embedded software development with high-level architectural oversight.

As an Embedded Architect / Principal Embedded Engineer, you’ll spend 50% of your time working hands-on with embedded C and C++ in bare metal and RTOS environments, with no need for Linux. The other 50% will focus on system architecture, collaborating closely with an offshore team based in India. Experience in guiding remote teams and coordinating international development efforts will be beneficial.

Key responsibilities include:

• Defining and governing system specifications.
• Architecting robust solutions.
• Managing work packages and ensuring quality standards.
• Overseeing the output of a team and ensuring adherence to architectural principles.

If you are an Embedded Architect or Principal Embedded Engineer looking for a role where you can make a significant impact on a global IoT leader’s technology stack, this could be your ideal next move.

Apply today to join KO2’s client and advance your career as an Embedded Architect / Principal Embedded Engineer in an innovative environment!