Position: Robotics Software Engineer

Location: Newcastle
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + Discretionary Bonus (Up to 35%)
Benefits: Private Medical, Critical Illness Cover, Free Lunch, 8% Matched Pension, and More!
Work Schedule: 35-Hour Week, Friday mornings from Home, No Friday Afternoons!

Join Our Client’s Cutting-Edge Team as a Robotic Software Engineer in Newcastle!

KO2 Recruitment is excited to partner with a leading Newcastle-based business with over 35 years of experience in developing mobility and accountability products for armoured vehicles. Located on the banks of the Tyne, our client specializes in innovative attachments that empower heavy armoured vehicles to navigate challenging terrains, remove obstacles, and enhance protection in combat environments.

About the Role: Our client is seeking a talented Robotics Software Engineer to join their dynamic R&D team, currently comprising seven skilled professionals. As a Robotics Software Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in advancing the autonomy and intelligence of their cutting-edge products, which include manipulator arms and dozer blades for robotic combat vehicles.

You’ll spend 80% of your time writing software to control moving parts on armed vehicles and 20% developing intuitive GUI interfaces. The core languages required are C, C++, or Python with Linux. While experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) is beneficial, ROS-M experience would be a game-changer!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement software for control systems, ensuring smooth operation of physical hardware, including robotic arms and payloads.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate adaptive technologies and sensors for terrain analysis and autonomous decision-making.
• Conduct hands-on testing in both factory and field environments.
• Work closely with the team to ensure seamless communication and control via radio links.

Ideal Candidate:

• Degree in Mechatronics or related field with strong experience in writing software to control hardware.
• Hands-on engineers with a passion for robotics and autonomous applications.
• Proficiency in C, C++, or Python. Experience with Codesys and embedded systems is a plus.
• Experience working with Linux and/or ROS (Robot Operating System)
• Capable of achieving security clearance, with a minimum of 5 years’ residency in the UK.

What is on Offer:

• Competitive salary of up to £60,000 with a discretionary bonus of up to 35%.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, critical illness cover, and 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• An 8% matched pension scheme and free lunch on-site.
• Flexible working hours with Fridays from home and no Friday afternoon work.

If you’re an experienced software engineer looking to take your robotics expertise to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a forward-thinking team where innovation and technology meet real-world challenges.

Apply Today!

Achieve security clearance and be a part of a company that’s driving the future of robotic combat vehicles.

For more information, contact KO2 Recruitment now!

 

Position: Junior Test Engineer
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £28,000
Experience Level: Graduate to 1-2 years of experience

About Us:

KO2’s client are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge telemetry systems designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of safety critical operations. The flagship product, is a robust system that provides critical real-time data and alerts to both users and operators, ensuring safety and coordination in high-risk environments. The business are currently seeking a Junior Test Engineer to join their dynamic team as they enter the validation stage of the product lifecycle, which will then lead to focusing on maintaining and enhancing the system over the next five years.

Role Overview:

As a Junior Test Engineer, you will play a crucial role in testing the software and hardware systems, ensuring their reliability and effectiveness. You will be responsible for creating and executing tests for the Android app and the overall system, including telemetry modules and communication interfaces. Your work will involve designing and developing test rigs, performing regression and manual testing, and analysing system behaviour to identify and troubleshoot issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Software and System Testing: Conduct comprehensive testing of the Android app and full system integration, including telemetry, modules, and communication interfaces (Bluetooth, 2G, 3G, 4G).
• Test Rig Design and Development: Use National Instruments LabVIEW to design test rigs that evaluate system performance. Define and build standalone hardware setups, such as data acquisition chassis, to monitor system signals and inputs.
• Issue Analysis and Feedback: Identify and analyse system issues, determine their root causes, and provide detailed feedback to the design team.
• System Validation: Perform on-site testing, walking through various scenarios to validate system behaviour and performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to support system validation and feature enhancements.

Requirements:

• Programming Skills: Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: C, C++, Java, or Python. Experience with LabVIEW is not required; the business are happy to provide training.
• Technical Aptitude: Ability to understand and work with complex systems, including telemetry and communication technologies.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical skills to diagnose issues and develop effective solutions.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate issues and collaborate with team members.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in testing and analysis.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive training in National Instruments LabVIEW.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to work on a meaningful product that enhances safety for humans.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to a team that makes a real difference, please contact Andrew Knight of KO2 Recruitment

Web Full Stack Software Developer, Newcastle, £60,000

A Newcastle based business who’s founder is the UK’s leading expert in complex AI based monitoring systems are looking to recruit a Web Full Stack Software Developer to the team to work on the webserver side of their system and develop the website which customers will log into to change and configure settings in the monitoring hub.

The business is experiencing a very good 2024 with 30% growth YOY after disrupting the market and winning the business of one of the most famous names in the sector as a result of the owner being eminent in his field, a better performing quality product and a cheaper price to competitors.

The business is willing to provide training and development for the Web Full Stack Software Developer to improve their AI skills working on image recognition with a trained model based on truth datasets.

The Web Full Stack Software Developer will be working to a blank sheet of paper and will have the ability to develop the tech stack based on their own preferences and experiences.

The Web Full Stack Software Developer is likely to have some of the below skills and be confident choosing the tech stack for this development.

Key Skills:

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, and React.
• Full stack development
• SQL Database
• HTML & CSS
• MVC Framework
• .net core C#
• Experience with modern web development tools and practices.
• Solid understanding of software development principles and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Database design and management skills.

To apply for this vacancy please send your CV to Andrew Knight of KO2 Recruitment

Position: Electronic Technician

Location: Sunderland

Salary: Up to £40,000

The Role: Our client is now looking for an Electronic Technician to join their growing engineering team in the Sunderland area. Our client specialises in fault finding, repairing and redesigning electronic products and work with a host of clients across multiple industries.

They are looking for electronics enthusiasts who enjoy the challenge of problem solving and repairing electronic circuits to component level.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Repair, Test and Overhaul to component level of standard and complex analogue and digital electronic / electrical equipment
• Evaluate and produce written reports of products as they arrive for Test, Repair and Overhaul.
• Provide product reliability improvements by way of Reverse Engineering and redesign of obsolete equipment.
• Solve technical challenges as they arise, e.g. Obsolescence issues.
• Liaise with colleagues, clients and suppliers as appropriate.
• Aid in the Design of Test Boxes & Test Rigs for Manual and Automatic Testing of electronic equipment, including development of Test & Diagnostic software.

Required Skills and Experience:

• HND in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience with soldering, testing and electronic bench tools
• Experience testing, fault finding and repairing electronic devices
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office products.
• Professional Report writing.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Apply today with an up to date CV and you can contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Recruitment today for information.

Position: Mechatronics Engineer

Salary: £50,000 – £70,000

Location of work: Newcastle

The Role: Our client, a leader in the design and manufacture of bespoke and innovative robotic solutions is now looking to add an experienced Mechatronic Engineer to their team. The successful Engineer will get the chance to contribute across the design elements of multiple components (including mechanical, electronics, software, electrical), designing a range of bespoke, cutting-edge products.

The successful engineer will be joining a fast paced, growing, engineering team and can expect their role to involve a variety of tasks across development, design, test and implementation, whilst working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal engineer will have a relevant degree qualification and industry experience working in a R&D focussed environment and be keen to contribute across the full design life cycle. You should also enjoy the challenge of solving complex problems and designing innovative solutions. Any experience with electrical and controls systems will really make your CV standout.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Engineering Degree qualifications – Mechanical, electronic or electrical subject.
• Mechanical design – SolidWorks, AutoCAD, SolidEdge or similar
• Electronic design – PCB, schematics, circuit design

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Masters Degree or PHD
• Embedded software
• Software programming – C, C++ or Python

If you are interested in this fantastic, unique opportunity contact Laurence Powell or Chris Oddy at KO2 Recruitment today.