Position: Electronics Technician

Location: Swarthmoor, Lake District

Salary: Up to £36,000 DOE

KO2’s client, based in the heart of the Lake District, is a growing technology company that designs and develops wireless monitoring solutions used by the National Grid and other leading utilities. They are looking for an Electronics Technician to join their close-knit, highly skilled engineering team at their modern Swarthmoor site.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Electronics Technician who enjoys hands-on work with PCB assemblies, test jigs, and fault finding down to component level. You’ll work on the interface between R&D and production—supporting new product introduction, maintaining and improving test processes, and helping keep production running smoothly.

KO2’s client will consider applications from bright and motivated graduates, as well as experienced mid-level or senior Electronics Technicians. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking for a new challenge in a beautiful part of the world, this is an excellent opportunity to grow and make a difference.

The role:

• Functional testing of finished products and PCB assemblies
• Fault finding and repair to component level using oscilloscopes, multimeters and soldering tools
• Supporting production and assisting with technical issues during build
• Maintaining and developing simple test jigs and procedures
• Liaising with R&D to implement process improvements

The person:

• HNC/HND or degree in Electronics or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Strong practical electronics skills – soldering, testing, and fault finding
• Able to interpret circuit diagrams and understand PCB layout
• Motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work well within a small team
• Comfortable working onsite in Swarthmoor

This is a permanent, onsite role offering up to £36,000, depending on experience.

Many engineers have chosen to relocate to the Lake District to work with this client — not only for the rewarding engineering challenges, but also for the outstanding quality of life. The Lake District offers a unique combination of career opportunity and natural beauty, making it a wonderful place to live and work.

If you’re an Electronics Technician who wants to apply your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment while enjoying everything the Lake District has to offer, we’d love to hear from you.

Position: Electronic Engineer
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £43,000 + benefits

Our client is seeking a skilled Electronic Engineer with a strong background in analogue design to join their Design & Development team in Merseyside. You’ll play a vital role in creating and optimising advanced electronic devices used throughout the UK and Europe, you will work across the full product lifecycle—from initial concept through to production release.

As an Electronics Engineer, your primary focus will be on analogue circuit design and development, ensuring performance, stability, and reliability in demanding real-world environments. Responsibilities will include:

• Designing and simulating analogue and mixed-signal circuits
• Schematic capture and PCB layout with analogue performance in mind
• Developing solutions that meet EMC and industry compliance standards
• Supporting design for manufacturability, reliability, and long-term component availability

You will work closely with colleagues, suppliers, and customers to deliver innovative and robust solutions that enhance both performance and safety.

About you:

• Degree in Electronics (or related discipline)
• 2+ years’ hands-on experience in analogue electronics design
• Familiarity with PCB design tools, EMC considerations, and design-for-reliability principles
• Experience with CADSTAR or similar packages
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for innovation
• Experience with Switch mode power supply design (SMPS), PIC microcontrollers or Design for manufacture is desirable.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who thrives on analogue problem-solving, innovation, and real-world impact. They offer half days on Fridays, 25 days holiday and a salary of up to £43,000 DOE.

If you’re an ambitious engineer ready to advance your career in analogue electronics design, apply today with an up-to-date CV.

Position: Senior Electronics Engineer

Location: Blackburn + Flexible hybrid working from home.
Salary: Up to £75,000

About the Company

Join a market leader with decades of expertise developing industry leading electronic devices and modern software solutions for clients around the globe. They are now looking to expand their engineering team and looking to add an experienced Electronics Engineer to the team.

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Electronics Engineer ready to make a real impact? We’re looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer to play a key role in the R&D team, taking ownership of system hardware design and working closely with a specialist firmware team. This is a chance to accelerate an ambitious product development roadmap and deliver cutting-edge solutions.

What You’ll Need

Core Skills & Experience

• Strong background in system design using single-chip microcontrollers (e.g. M16C, MSP430, STM32) and debugging tools.
• Expertise in high-performance microprocessors (e.g. iMX6, ARM Cortex A7).
• In-depth knowledge of PCB design/layout with focus on Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).
• Analog circuit design, including ADC interfacing and DC/DC converters.
• Experience with communication buses (e.g. RS485).
• Familiarity with high-level modules: 4G modems, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC.

Desirable Skills

• ISM band RF transceiver design for wireless systems.
• Low-power design for battery-operated products.
• Hands-on experience with IoT devices.
• Understanding of mains Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS).

Why Apply?

This role offers the chance to step into a senior position where your technical authority will shape next-generation of systems. With hybrid working from home, flexible hours, and the opportunity to innovate in a fast-moving industry, it’s the perfect role for a passionate electronics engineer.

Ready to take the lead?
Contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions to find out more about this opportunity.

 

Position: Software Engineer
Salary: Up to £60,000
Location: Manchester City Centre

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Software Engineer to join one of the UK’s leading design consultancies, based in the heart of Manchester. You will be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team, contributing to the development of cutting-edge solutions across diverse sectors, including IoT, Automotive, Medical, Green Energy, and Industrial Automation.

What You’ll Need

• Proficiency in C programming
• Experience with one or more of: C++, Python, Rust, or Java
• Experience with open source technology suite
• Knowledge of modern software development practices
• Strong background in Linux environments

About the Team

You’ll be working alongside passionate engineers from a variety of disciplines, all driven by innovation and modern design practices. The role offers involvement across the full software development lifecycle, from concept through to delivery. Experience with embedded software and open-source technologies will help your application stand out.

What We’re Looking For

This position is ideal for Software Engineers who:

• Have a genuine enthusiasm for software development
• Enjoy collaborating with like-minded technical specialists
• Want exposure to a wide variety of projects—no two are the same

Desirable Experience

• Embedded software development
• Open-source software contributions
• CI/CD pipelines

For more information or to apply, please contact Laurence Powell at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd.

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer – Agri-Tech

Location: Congleton

Salary: Up to £50,000

Are you an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for Agri-Tech? Do you have strong SolidWorks and 3D CAD experience and want to apply your skills to a fast-growing sector? We are looking for a highly motivated engineer to join our clients team in Congleton, where you’ll be at the forefront of designing next-generation solutions in Agricultural Technology.

In this role, you will play a key part in developing some of the most innovative Agricultural Technology equipment in the UK—cutting-edge designs that are disrupting the agri-tech market and shaping the future of sustainable farming.

What you’ll be doing:

• Designing and developing complex mechanical systems using SolidWorks and 3D CAD.
• Bringing new ideas to life within the Agri-Tech and Agricultural Technology sectors.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and market-leading products.
• Taking ownership of projects from concept through to manufacture, ensuring designs are efficient and practical.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of our product range in line with the rapid growth of Agri-Tech innovation.

What they are looking for:

• Proven experience in mechanical design with excellent 3D CAD skills.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks (essential).
• A background or keen interest in Agri-Tech and Agricultural Technology solutions.
• Problem-solving ability and a passion for engineering innovation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Why join?

This is a rare opportunity to contribute to ground-breaking projects in Agricultural Technology that are genuinely changing the way we farm and feed the world. You’ll be working on products that sit at the cutting edge of Agri-Tech, supported by a passionate and innovative team.

Based in Congleton, this permanent role offers long-term career development in a high-growth industry.

If you are a talented Mechanical Design Engineer with proven SolidWorks and 3D CAD experience, and you want to be part of the future of Agricultural Technology, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help our client disrupt the agri-tech market!