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Electronics Engineer (Embedded C)

December 15, 2025/in Greater London, South Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Sports Technology | Permanent
Vauxhall, London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 remote)
Up to £65,000

KO2 are working with an innovative sports technology company based in Vauxhall, developing high-performance electronic systems used in elite sport. The client is flexible, so please apply if you can design electronics and write embedded software, albeit not at expert level, they are happy to mentor on the embedded software side.

KO2’s client are looking for an electronics led engineer who can also write embedded software in C. This is a hands-on role working across the full product lifecycle, from PCB design through to embedded bring-up and testing.

The Role

Electronics design from concept to production (schematics, PCB layout, bring-up)
Embedded software development and debugging in C (some C++ exposure useful)
Working with microcontrollers and embedded systems
Supporting testing, fault-finding and real-world deployment

The Profile

Strong electronics engineering background
Experience designing PCBs (Altium for production, KiCad also used)
Able to write and debug embedded C
Ideally 4+ years’ experience
Skill split typically 70/30 or 80/20 in favour of electronics, but strong 50/50 engineers also considered

This is not a pure electronics role, solid embedded c experience is needed, at some level.

What’s on Offer

Salary up to £65,000
Hybrid working (3 days in the Vauxhall office)
Permanent role working on real, deployed sports technology
Unique opportunity to work for a season at the company’s facility in Austria

If you can design electronics and write embedded C, at any balance between the two, this is a rare and exciting opportunity.

Embedded Software Engineer

December 8, 2025/in Midlands, South Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Embedded Software Engineer

Hybrid – One day every fortnight in Milton Keynes

£45,000 – £60,000

KO2’s client is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join their R&D team. The role is hybrid, with on-site time set at one day every fortnight. There are no fixed weekly office requirements.

You’ll work on embedded software for digitally controlled power supplies, writing Embedded C for bare-metal microcontrollers. The system uses two micros: one for the PFC stage and one for the inverter and final DC stage. You’ll take ownership of one of these areas and contribute to the wider embedded software development within the team.

You’ll also work alongside a Senior Embedded Software Engineer who will provide mentoring where needed. The client is open to applicants from junior through to senior level, as long as you can demonstrate solid skills in embedded software development. Power electronics experience is not required, but you should be comfortable with basic electronics.

What you’ll work on:

• Embedded C on bare metal

• Control software for digitally managed power supplies

• One of two microcontroller stages (PFC or inverter/DC stage)

• Collaboration with an experienced senior engineer on core embedded software tasks

Skills/ Experience needed:

• Strong Embedded C skills

• Embedded bare-metal or RTOS experience

• Interest in power-related products

• Ability to read electronic schematics and use lab equipment (bench PSU, oscilloscope)

• Experience with Git and Agile

If you want to work on real hardware, grow your embedded software skills, and join a flexible engineering team, this role will suit you well.

Electronics Technician (Contract)

December 1, 2025/in Midlands, South Contract /by Chris Oddy

Contract Electronics Technician – £50 per hour (Outside IR35)

6 months initially
Onsite in Peterborough
Long-term, stable contract supporting an established product line

The Role

An established engineering company with a long-standing and proven product range is seeking an Electronics Technician for an onsite contract role in Peterborough. This position offers £50 per hour, operates outside IR35, and is ideal for a hands-on technician who enjoys practical electronic test, investigation and hardware support work.

You will be working directly on a mature, ruggedised product range, carrying out diagnostics, test, fault-finding and hardware improvements using industry-standard tools and instrumentation. This is a workshop-focused role, supporting ongoing product reliability and performance.

Responsibilities

Hands-on electronics technician work on established products
Troubleshooting, diagnostics and root-cause investigation
Instrumenting, testing and modifying existing hardware
Using multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers and other test gear
Working closely with engineering colleagues to support system behaviour
Soldering, rework and practical workshop tasks as needed
Reviewing schematics and understanding hardware layouts

Skills & Experience

Strong practical electronics technician background
Confident using multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers & general lab equipment
Experience with hardware fault-finding and hands-on test work
Ability to work independently onsite within a small engineering team
Confident reading schematics and performing rework
Experience with Raspberry Pi or STM32-based systems beneficial but not essential

If you’re a hands-on Electronics Technician looking for a well-structured and rewarding contract role, apply now with your latest CV.

Electronics Engineer

November 14, 2025/in Midlands, South Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Electronics Engineer
Location: Peterborough

Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 + Bonus

KO2’s client is a specialist engineering business in Peterborough that designs and develops complex, rugged machines built to operate reliably in harsh and demanding environments. With a small and focused R&D team, they are now looking for an Electronics Engineer to support the ongoing improvement and maintenance of an established product range.

This role is ideal for an engineer early in their career who enjoys practical, hands-on work, troubleshooting, and getting deeply familiar with existing hardware. You will work closely with an experienced hardware engineer to understand product architecture, investigate issues, and implement hardware-related improvements. The work is varied, workshop-focused, and centres on problem solving rather than designing brand-new PCBs from scratch.

There is also potential to support a new product development programme being run from their Bristol team, depending on workload and your interests.

Role Overview
• Continuous improvement and maintenance of current ruggedised products
• Hands-on troubleshooting, fault investigation and root-cause analysis
• Instrumenting, testing and modifying existing hardware to resolve issues
• Engaging with firmware and software colleagues to support system-level behaviour
• Interacting with Raspberry Pi and STM32-based architectures
• Prototyping, soldering and workshop tasks when needed
• Understanding existing schematics, system layouts and hardware behaviours

Skills and Experience
• Degree in electronics or a closely related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Raspberry Pi and STM32-based hardware platforms
• Comfortable working hands-on with electronics: multimeters, oscilloscopes, soldering and instrumentation
• Able to engage with firmware and software at a basic level (no full coding expected)
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and a practical approach to problem solving
• Suitable for someone with roughly two to four years’ experience or a capable junior engineer
• Driving licence required due to site location

Package
• Salary between £45,000 and £50,000 depending on experience
• Exceptional performance-based bonus scheme, typically delivering between one and two months’ pay in recent years
• Onsite role with free parking

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

Quality Engineer

October 30, 2025/in South Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Position: Quality Engineer

Location: Swindon
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Benefits

KO2 are now recruiting for an experienced Quality Engineer to join our industry leading client within the semiconductor industry. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in both customer quality assurance and supplier quality management, ensuring that world-class standards are maintained across a global supply chain.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of customer return investigations, leading structured 8D problem-solving in close collaboration with the Failure Analysis (FA) team and suppliers. You’ll act as the key link between customers, internal engineering teams, and suppliers — driving transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the quality process.

Alongside customer quality, you’ll also be responsible for ensuring strong supplier performance across wafer fabrication, ASIC assembly, and test suppliers — managing issues through corrective actions, MRB/CRB activities, and supplier audits.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the customer return process, ensuring timely and thorough 8D investigations from start to resolution.
Communicate investigation progress, containment actions, and corrective measures clearly and professionally to customers.
Coordinate failure analysis priorities with the FA team based on customer impact and business needs.
Guide internal teams and suppliers in applying structured 8D and root cause analysis methods.
Manage supplier-related quality issues, verifying the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
Ensure customer complaints and non-conformities are effectively communicated and resolved within supplier networks.
Lead MRB and CRB reviews to drive robust decision-making and resolution.
Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to deliver sustainable quality improvements.
Conduct supplier audits and assessments, identifying systemic risks and ensuring compliance to standards.

Experience & Qualifications

2+ years’ experience in a Quality Engineering role within semiconductor or automotive electronics.
Experience of semiconductor processes: wafer fabrication, ASIC assembly, and testing.
Internal auditor IATF 16949 or VDA6.3 (can be expired certificate)
Knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA 6.3).
Experience in managing strategic suppliers (manage supplier evaluation and improvement projects, PPAP’s, FMEA’s)
Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and SPC methodologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience using 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone tools.

If you’re a quality-focused engineer with experience in semiconductors or high-reliability electronics, this is the role for you

Apply with your CV or contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions for more information.

Engineering Manager

October 28, 2025/in South Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Role: Engineering Manager
Location: Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire

Salary: Up to £90,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for electronic design and hands-on problem solving?

Our client is now looking for an Engineering Manager to join their team in Letchworth Garden City, leading a talented group of engineers while remaining technically involved in innovative product development.

About the Role

As Engineering Manager, you’ll take responsibility for both technical leadership and team development within the engineering department. You’ll guide design and development activities, oversee project delivery, and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices. This is a hands-on leadership role — you’ll still be expected to engage with design, review technical work, and contribute your expertise in electronics.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of electronic and embedded engineers.
Provide technical direction and oversight across all stages of product development.
Remain hands-on with design, testing, and problem solving in electronics and embedded systems.
Work closely with project management and operations to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Manage resourcing, recruitment, and personal development within the team.

About You

Proven experience in engineering management or technical leadership roles.
Strong background in electronic circuit design, embedded systems, or hardware development.
Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical involvement.
Excellent communication, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join?

Opportunity to shape the direction of a growing engineering team.
Work on exciting, high-impact products using cutting-edge technologies.
Collaborative, supportive environment with strong professional development.
Competitive salary, benefits package, and flexible working options.

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

Technical Program Manager

August 11, 2025/in South Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Technical Program Manager
Location: Letchworth Garden City (Hybrid Work from Home Available)
Salary: Up to £75,000 + benefits

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to oversee and drive the successful delivery of complex engineering programs, working closely with electronics and embedded software teams. This role will see you managing multiple interlinked projects, ensuring alignment across disciplines and delivering innovative solutions from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate multi-project engineering programs from inception to completion
Work closely with electronics, embedded software, and mechanical engineering teams
Develop and manage integrated program schedules, budgets, and resource plans
Drive program governance, risk management, and milestone tracking
Facilitate communication between engineering, operations, and commercial teams
Provide clear reporting to stakeholders on progress, challenges, and mitigation plans

About You

Degree or equivalent in engineering (electronics, electrical, embedded systems, or related field)
Proven experience managing complex technical programs in a product development environment
Strong understanding of electronics and embedded software development lifecycles
Exceptional organisational, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities

Why Join Our Client?

Competitive salary up to £75,000
Hybrid working – flexibility to work from home part of the week
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, industry-leading technology
Collaborative and innovative culture

Apply now to KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions with your up to date CV.

Embedded Systems Engineer

August 5, 2025/in South Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Embedded Systems Engineer – Sport Tech Scale-Up (Vauxhall, London | £40,000–£55,000)
Hybrid: 3 days in-office (inc. Thursdays), 2 days remote | 1 month/year working from the Austrian Alps

Are you passionate about sports, electronics, and cutting-edge embedded systems? Fancy spending a month every year working from the Austrian Alps—testing world-class ski tech on real snow?

KO2’s client are a rapidly scaling sport tech company based in Vauxhall, London, building the future of ski coaching. The compabies flagship product is a wearable sensor system combined with a novel mobile app that delivers real-time coaching to skiers using precision embedded systems and smart motion analysis. It’s been a hit—and we’re growing fast.

They are now looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer who’s excited to design and build the next generation of our hardware. If you live and breathe electronics, ski (or want to learn), and love getting stuck into both firmware and hardware—this could be your dream role.

What you’ll be doing:

Designing and prototyping custom electronics hardware (including PCB layout)
Writing embedded firmware in C for Nordic NRF52 series MCUs
Integrating MEMS sensors and Bluetooth connectivity into wearables
Collaborating with a small, talented hardware team (London and remote)
Supporting R&D for next-gen embedded systems platform
Spending 1 month/year working from our Austrian office in a top-tier ski resort—gear up, it’s all on us!

About you:

3–5 years of experience in embedded systems and electronics design
Strong hands-on experience with PCB design and prototyping
Comfortable with embedded C development, ideally on Nordic platforms
Bonus: experience with MEMS sensors, Bluetooth, or ski gear!
You enjoy working in small teams, wearing multiple hats, and seeing your product used on the slopes

Why join us?

Work on a genuinely novel product used by thousands of passionate skiers
Base yourself in London (Vauxhall) with hybrid flexibility (3 days in-office incl. Thursdays)
Be part of a fast-growing team (50+ people), but small and tight-knit hardware crew
Free accommodation and ski access in Austria for a month every year
Influence both the design and direction of the product and company
Salary of £40,000–£55,000, depending on experience

If you’re a skier, a snowboarder, or just a sports-mad embedded engineer tired of the same old roles—this could be the career move that finally combines your passion and your work.

Apply now to join the team bringing world-class embedded systems and electronics to the slopes.

Electronics Design Engineer

January 6, 2025/in South Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Position: Electronics Design Engineer

Location of Office: Finchley, North London

Location of work: 4 days in Office 1 day WFH

Salary: Up to £65,000

The Role: Our client, a well backed, fast growing start-up in the sports technology sector, are now looking to add an experienced Electronics Engineer to join their team to work on the development of their next generation of products.

Their engineering team is made up on a multidiscipline team of likeminded people including sports scientists, electronics engineers, mechanical engineers and software d evelopers and they are looking for Electronics Engineers who are keen to work as part of a team whilst taking ownership over their own time and workload.

Responsibilities:

Work through the full electronic design process of our next generation of products.
Take ownership of sections of our new products, developing solutions to our unique challenges.
Tackle complex technical problems with a balanced mix of analytic and hands-on approaches.
Develop new ideas and clearly communicate them with the rest of the engineering team.
Support the pre-compliance analysis and testing of new products.

This role will suit electronics engineers who are passionate about technology and keen to develop state of the art hardware to allow people to gain more insight into the live sports sector. You will be keen to be part of a team and be motivated by working on a variety of projects with the chance to contribute throughout the full lifecycle.

Skills and Experience:

PCB design and schematic capture – Altium ideally
Digital and analogue circuit design
Experience through the entire product design process
Proficient with test equipment (oscilloscope, dmm, logic analyzer etc)

Desirable Skills and Experience:

Experience working with products including RF (GPS, BT, UWB).
Experience in a smaller company or start-up environment
Experience designing digital, battery powered electronics around a microcontroller.

Apply today with an up to date CV or contact Laurence Powell or Chris Oddy at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions.