Electronics Technician

Newcastle

£30,000 – £35,000

KO2’s client, a well-established electronics consultancy based in Newcastle, is looking to recruit an experienced Electronics Technician to join their growing team. The business supports a wide range of industrial customers, providing specialist repair and diagnostic services across multiple sectors.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in true electronics engineering rather than simple board replacement. You will be working on a variety of equipment, carrying out detailed fault finding and repair down to component level.

The successful candidate will be confident using test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters and will be comfortable diagnosing faults across a range of electronic systems. This role requires someone who understands electronics fundamentals in depth and can apply that knowledge practically in a repair environment.

Key responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing electronic equipment to component level, debugging faults across a range of industrial systems, interpreting schematics and technical diagrams, and ensuring high-quality repairs are delivered to customers.

This is an on-site role in Newcastle, working as part of a small and experienced team. KO2’s client is looking for someone who can come in and make an immediate impact, bringing strong practical experience and a methodical approach to fault finding.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Apply today with an up to date CV and a member of the KO2 team will be in touch to progress your application

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Newcastle

Up to £110,000 + Benefits

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary engineering firm, delivering innovative products and technical solutions utilised by customers across the globe. With a strong reputation for excellence, they combine advanced engineering expertise with a collaborative approach to solve complex industrial challenges.Reporting directly to the CEO, the Chief Technology Officer will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Engineering Department. You will be ultimately responsible for the delivery of high-quality technical solutions to customers, as well as providing technical services and support to internal functions.

This is a pivotal role within the Senior Leadership Team, offering the opportunity to shape the company’s technical direction, drive innovation, and influence business-wide performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering department, including power electronics (hardware/software), electrical machine design, PCB and mechanical design teams.
• Oversee the successful delivery of technical solutions, products, and services to customers worldwide.
• Define and deliver product roadmap in collaboration with other members of the senior team.
• Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and output quality.
• Identify and implement product improvements, focusing on value enhancement, issue resolution, and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with commercial and business development teams to define technical solutions, costing, and delivery resourcing to support sales conversion.
• Support manufacturing in resolving product issues, including returned or defective products, and assist procurement with technical expertise where required.
• Act as a key member of the Senior Management Team, contributing to overall business strategy and operational priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering managers and wider team members, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role (CTO, Engineering Director, or similar).
• Strong background in multidisciplinary engineering environments, ideally including power electronics and electrical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and scale high-performing technical teams.
• Experience in product development, roadmap planning, and lifecycle management.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to support business development and sales activities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

What’s on Offer

• Executive-level influence within a globally recognised engineering business.
• Opportunity to shape technical strategy and drive innovation at scale.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking leadership environment.

If you are an experienced technology leader ready to take on a high-impact role within a globally respected engineering organisation, contact Andrew or Laurence at KO2 today.

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £40,000 + Benefits

KO2 is working with an innovative engineering business based in Newcastle that specialises in power electronic solutions for the Energy, Industrial, and Transport sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to strengthen their engineering team.

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies used within power electronic systems. You will work closely with electronics, manufacturing, and project teams to deliver robust, high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical design and development of enclosures, assemblies, and components
• Producing detailed 3D models and engineering drawings
• Supporting designs through prototype, test, and manufacture
• Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• Ensuring designs meet technical, quality, and industry standards

Skills & Experience

• Experience of mechanical design of complete machinery, fabrications and assemblies in an engineering focused company.
• Proficiency with Creo (preferred), or experience with SolidWorks, Inventor, or PADs (all acceptable)
• Understanding of mechanical design for electronic or power-related systems is highly desirable
• Ability to produce detailed drawings and documentation
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge power electronic solutions
• Supportive engineering-led environment with opportunities for progression

If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on technically challenging products within a growing and forward-thinking business, this is the role for you.

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

Power Electronics Engineer | Newcastle upon Tyne
Up to £70,000 | Visa Sponsorship Available

Join a fast-growing tech company developing high-voltage server systems for quantum analytics. We’re seeking a skilled Power Electronics Engineer for a permanent role with full visa sponsorship available.

The Role

You’ll design and develop high-power conversion systems (10 kW+), covering AC-AC, DC-DC and DC-AC platforms. From simulation and modelling through to testing, validation and certification support, you’ll play a key role in shaping our next-generation hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and model advanced converter designs using PLECS/CADSTAR or similar tools.
• Execute functional, thermal and electrical testing of prototypes.
• Produce technical documentation and safety files for approvals.
• Conduct EMC and power compliance testing with design-level mitigation.
• Apply expertise in wide-bandgap tech, especially SiC-based systems.

Essential Skills

• Strong grounding in power electronics design, control methods and system simulation.
• Experience in analogue/digital circuit development.
• Understanding of switching devices, thermal design and electromagnetic assembly considerations.
• Awareness of embedded control and EMC behaviour.

Desirable

• Experience with energy, industrial or high-power product development.

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

Senior Power Supply Engineer – Green Energy & EV Charging Innovation

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Fully Onsite)
Salary: £65,000

KO2’s client, a leading technology business based in Newcastle, designs and develops advanced products used within the EV charging and green power sectors. Their innovative solutions are helping to shape a cleaner, more sustainable future — and they are now seeking a Senior Power Supply Engineer to join their growing engineering team.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, analysing, and validating power electronic systems for use across the company’s next-generation EV and renewable energy products. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll ensure that each design is efficient, reliable, and ready for manufacture.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and testing innovative power electronic designs through simulation, prototyping, and validation.
• Producing detailed documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and validation reports, to support all development stages.
• Collaborating with production engineers to ensure a smooth transition from prototype to full-scale manufacturing.
• Supporting PCB layout and CAD design activities to ensure robust and manufacturable hardware.
• Contributing to design reviews and clearly presenting technical findings.
• Providing engineering support during installation, commissioning, and in-field deployment of equipment.
• Maintaining compliance with ISO9001 and internal quality assurance processes.

About You

You’ll bring both technical depth and a practical, hands-on approach to solving complex design challenges. Ideally, you’ll hold a degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering and have proven experience in the design and testing of power electronic converters (AC:AC, DC:DC, DC:AC) or motor drive systems.

We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of power conversion topologies and control methods.
• Hands-on experience with simulation tools such as PLECS or equivalent.
• The ability to take designs from concept through to production.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.

Why Join?

• Work on technology that’s driving the future of green power and EV infrastructure.
• Join a forward-thinking and highly skilled team in a supportive environment.
• Competitive salary of £65,000, with opportunities for career development.
• Fully onsite role based in Newcastle upon Tyne, offering a dynamic and collaborative workplace.

If you’re passionate about clean energy and want to contribute to world-class technology in the EV charging space, KO2 would love to hear from you on behalf of their client.