Lead Mechanical Engineer – Norwich – Up to £80,000

We are looking for a dynamic Lead Mechanical Engineer to take a central role in shaping the mechanical engineering direction of our cutting-edge electric drive systems. These systems power a wide range of applications – from electric motorcycles and scooters to outdoor power equipment – and combine high-performance traction batteries, electric motors, and advanced controllers.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team, influence product strategy, and deliver designs that balance innovation, cost-effectiveness, and robust performance.

About the Role
As the senior figure in the mechanical engineering team, you will steer projects from early design concepts through to production readiness. You will be responsible for establishing and improving engineering processes, ensuring our designs are optimised for manufacture, reliability, and high-volume production.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will oversee workload planning, set technical priorities, and ensure that every project meets our standards for quality, timing, and budget. You will also act as a bridge between our internal teams and external suppliers, building strong relationships that help us bring new products to market smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of electric drive products, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability.
• Set and maintain engineering standards, processes, and documentation for mechanical development.
• Oversee mechanical engineering activities to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to specification.
• Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing partners to move designs from prototype to mass production.
• Guide and mentor the mechanical engineering team, driving performance and professional growth.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the business.
• Support prototype builds, tooling, and testing activities to validate new designs.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (Chartered Engineer status an advantage).
• Significant experience delivering high-volume, low-cost mechanical designs for challenging environments (automotive, agricultural, outdoor power equipment, or similar).
• Strong understanding of electric drive technology and related systems.
• Expertise in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD, plus knowledge of thermal and structural simulation tools.
• Track record of successful leadership within engineering teams.
• Deep knowledge of design for manufacture, production engineering, and quality standards.
• Hands-on experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and product lifecycle processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and inspire others.
• A problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary up to £80,000.
• Opportunity to lead innovative projects that push the boundaries of electric mobility technology.
• Work alongside a driven and supportive team in our Norwich-based facility.
• Involvement in exciting projects that have a tangible impact on the transition to greener technologies.

If you’re ready to combine technical expertise with leadership, and want to help drive forward next-generation electric drive systems, we’d love to hear from you.

 

 

Principal Embedded Systems Engineer

Location: Kettering (Flexible Hybrid WFH)
Package: £65,000 – £75,000 + £3,600 Tax-Free Bonus (EOT)

KO2’s client, a well-established and highly respected design consultancy based in Kettering, is seeking a principal embedded systems engineer to join their close-knit, multi-disciplinary team. This is a rare opportunity to work in an employee-owned trust (EOT) business, offering long-term stability, variety, and a genuine say in how the company is run.

The company’s projects span a huge range of industries, from specialist electronics to complex, full-system solutions. You’ll be part of an 8-person core engineering team, collaborating across hardware, software, firmware, and mechanical disciplines. As principal embedded systems engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role—balancing hands-on development with technical leadership, project oversight, and direct client interaction.

You’ll work on everything from bare-metal C on STM32 MCUs, through to Linux-based embedded applications, Raspberry Pi projects, PCB bring-up, and system integration. The right person will have the gravitas to lead multi-disciplinary teams, while still rolling up their sleeves to write code, debug hardware, and solve real-world engineering challenges.

Why join?

• £65,000 – £75,000 salary for the ideal hire (lower for those developing into the role)
• £3,600 per year tax-free bonus through the Employee Ownership Trust
• Hybrid working – typically 2 days per week on-site in Kettering (more initially while learning the ropes)
• Exposure to a wide variety of embedded systems projects – no two are the same
• A small, collaborative, and flexible team environment

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in embedded systems design and development
• Strong C/C++ skills for microcontrollers, with the ability to work at low level
• Ability to bridge hardware and software, collaborating effectively with electronics engineers
• Confidence in leading projects and mentoring others, without losing your hands-on edge
• Flexible, adaptable approach to work—happy to pick up new tools, technologies, and problem domains

This is the perfect role for a seasoned principal embedded systems engineer who thrives on variety, values teamwork, and enjoys both the leadership and technical sides of product development.

If you’re ready to join a stable, employee-owned business and help shape its future, apply today to KO2’s client for this exciting principal embedded systems engineer position

Embedded Software Engineer – Birmingham | Hybrid WFH (1-2 Days Office Per Week)

KO2 is working with a leading technology company in Birmingham that’s seeking an experienced Embedded Engineer to join their expanding development team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge embedded systems for next-generation products, while also supporting and enhancing existing solutions.

The role offers flexible hybrid working, with 1 or 2 days a week in the Birmingham office ideally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize embedded software in C/C++, with a focus on STM32 firmware.
• Work with GSM/GPRS communication protocols to enhance connectivity features.
• Lead the transition to a new operating system for upcoming products.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to design robust embedded solutions.
• Perform thorough testing and debugging to ensure high reliability.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an embedded software development role.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills for low-level development.
• Proven experience with STM32 microcontrollers.
• Solid understanding of RTOS and hands-on experience in OS transitions.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with CAN bus protocols.
• Familiarity with GSM/GPRS communication protocols.
• Knowledge of MISRA C coding standards.
• Exposure to MQTT and other IoT communication protocols.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of advanced products in a company that’s driving innovation in its sector. You’ll be working in a collaborative environment where your input will shape future technologies.

If you’re an Embedded Engineer with strong skills in C, STM32, and RTOS—and you’re excited about working on next-gen embedded systems—apply today and take the next step in your career.

Apply today with an up-to-date CV to KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions.

Embedded Systems Engineer – Birmingham

KO2’s client is a pioneering technology company based in Birmingham, working at the forefront of operational efficiency in water management. They are now seeking a talented embedded systems engineer (also known as an electronics software engineer) to join their close-knit and collaborative engineering team.

This role is ideal for an experienced electronics engineer who enjoys a mix of hardware and software design. You will be involved in designing both analogue electronics and digital electronics, as well as writing embedded C for real-time systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop analogue and digital electronics for embedded systems
• Write and maintain embedded C code for ARM or similar microcontrollers
• Collaborate closely with the team to deliver innovative solutions for industrial clients
• Support board bring-up, debugging and testing of electronics and firmware

Skills Required:

• Proven experience as an embedded software engineer
• Strong background as an electronics engineer, covering both analogue and digital electronics
• Proficiency in embedded software development using C
• Experience with schematics, PCB layout and hardware debugging

Location and Flexibility:
The role is based in Birmingham. KO2’s client values team collaboration and face-to-face engineering discussions, so being onsite is important. However, they offer a grown-up and flexible approach to work. Senior engineers can typically work three days onsite and two days remotely, depending on the project stage.

This opportunity would suit a professional embedded software engineer who enjoys delivering high-quality, output-driven solutions, or an electronics engineer looking to continue applying both hardware and firmware skills in a rewarding environment.

If you’re an electronics engineer or an embedded software engineer who enjoys working across hardware and software, and you’re looking for a flexible, collaborative role with meaningful engineering impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Embedded Software Engineer | Birmingham

KO2’s client, a Birmingham-based engineering business involved in high-profile and confidential projects, is looking to add an Embedded Software Engineer to their team. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a company that is pushing the boundaries in their field, working on cutting-edge technology that remains strictly behind closed doors.

Due to the sensitive nature of the work, the successful candidate will be required to work onsite in Birmingham. The role offers the chance to contribute to technically complex systems in a highly skilled engineering team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, with a 1st class degree, Masters or PhD in a relevant engineering or science discipline. Commercial experience in C or C++ within embedded systems is essential. Candidates will also need to demonstrate a solid understanding of embedded hardware, with hands-on experience working with CANbus and RF systems being highly desirable.

Key skills and experience required:

• Embedded C or C++ in a real-time environment
• CANbus systems experience
• Exposure to RF systems
• Strong academic background (1st, Masters or PhD)
• Comfortable working full-time onsite in Birmingham

This role would suit an engineer who enjoys working close to hardware and wants to be part of a technically advanced team on meaningful and impactful engineering projects.

If you’re interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please get in touch to discuss in further detail and apply today with an up to date CV.