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Junior Electronics Software Engineer

Junior Electronics Software Engineer – Sheffield (Hybrid) – £30,000 to £38,000

KO2’s client is looking for a Junior Electronics Software Engineer who’s more than just technically capable — they’re obsessed with solving problems. If you took everything apart as a kid (and sometimes managed to put it back together), this might be your perfect next step.

You’ll be working closely with a seasoned R&D engineer and classic hands-on tinkerer who’s built everything from PCBs to control algorithms. He is looking to pass on his knowledge before retirement, so this is your chance to learn directly from someone who’s done it all – if you’ve got the curiosity and resilience to keep up.

This hybrid role, based in Sheffield, is ideal for someone with 2–3 years of experience as an electronics engineer or embedded software engineer, a strong academic background, and a passion for solving real-world engineering challenges.

What you’ll be doing:

Supporting and learning from a true all-rounder who handles electronics, software, and control
Helping to design, build and develop video product lines used in cutting-edge systems
Applying your physics knowledge – especially in magnetism, electrical control, or transformers
Developing your skills in both embedded systems and broader R&D
Taking raw ideas and turning them into practical, engineered solutions

We’re looking for someone who:

Has 2–3 years of experience as an embedded software engineer or electronics engineer
Holds a strong degree in electronics, mechatronics, or a similar discipline
Can demonstrate a passion for building, fixing, hacking, or solving – robotics, audio, automation, whatever gets your gears turning
Can handle feedback and thrive in a no-nonsense, real engineering environment
Is eager to grow into a multi-skilled electronics engineer capable of handling everything from embedded software to PCB work

If you can show us you’ve thought deeply about systems and have the drive to keep learning, we’ll teach you the rest. You don’t need to be a finished article — we’re looking for a sharp, passionate embedded software engineer who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and absorb everything Roy knows.

This is a unique opportunity to grow into a true multidisciplinary electronics engineer. If your idea of fun includes debugging code, solving control problems, or building automated gadgets in your spare time, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and take your next step as an embedded software engineer with one of Sheffield’s most technically diverse engineering teams.

Head of Electronics

Head of Electronics – Sheffield – Up to £80,000

Are you a hands-on electronics leader looking to shape the future of hardware in a high-impact, cross-functional role?

KO2’s client hiring a Head of Electronics to lead a growing engineering function in Sheffield. This isn’t just about setting strategy from a distance – it’s a true player-coach role where you’ll combine technical expertise with team leadership, owning both delivery and direction.

You’ll take responsibility for the hardware engineering team, currently spanning electronics, mechanical design, and testing. While the focus is on electronics, the scope is broader – you’ll be leading a multidisciplinary team, managing OKRs, setting priorities, and getting involved at the board level when needed.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments and wants to take a hands-on role in both the design and the decision-making.

What you’ll be doing:

Leading and growing the hardware function, with a strong emphasis on delivery and quality
Acting as a key contributor in electronics design – testing, building, and problem-solving alongside your team
Managing day-to-day activity across electronics, test, mechanical, and technician functions
Ensuring compliance and documentation for EMC, safety, and regulatory standards
Bridging across software, firmware, and operations to ensure seamless product development
Making smart, informed decisions around integration, production, and components

What we’re looking for:

A strong background in hardware design, especially within complex electronics systems
Experience leading and developing engineering teams with a structured, hands-on style
A system-level mindset – comfortable aligning mechanical, software, and electronics workstreams
Familiarity with regulatory testing and EMC certification
Someone confident, collaborative, and technically credible who can get stuck in and guide others

This isn’t a role for someone looking to stay purely technical or purely managerial. We’re seeking someone who blends both – capable of setting direction but also happy to roll up their sleeves in the electronics lab when needed.

You’ll be joining at a pivotal moment, with the outgoing Head of Electronics committed to a smooth handover before retirement. That makes this a rare opportunity to take ownership of a well-established function with real momentum behind it.

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role while staying connected to the electronics work you love, we’d love to hear from you

SMT / SMD Technician

May 15, 2025/in Yorkshire and the Humber Permanent /by Chris Oddy

SMT / SMD Technician
Halifax | £30,000 to £32,000 | Permanent

KO2’s client, a well-respected electronics manufacturer based in Halifax, is seeking an experienced SMT / SMD Technician to take responsibility for the daily operation of their Surface Mount production lines. This role is vital to ensuring the efficient and high-quality output of the SMT / SMD lines in line with production targets and departmental quality standards.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will also support the R&D department when required. The business is currently operating two full SMT / SMD lines: one mature line using Juki equipment and a newer Europlacer line introduced in late 2024, which is in the process of being fully commissioned.

The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with SMT / SMD machinery, including Juki and/or Europlacer programmable pick and place equipment, and will be confident working with minimal supervision. This is a key role within the production team, especially as the current technician transitions toward retirement and is currently unavailable.

Key Responsibilities
Operate and maintain SMT / SMD production equipment including pick and place machines, reflow ovens, screen printers and AOI systems
Perform troubleshooting, component identification and first-off inspections
Carry out rework and soldering using industry best practices
Program, set up and monitor SMT / SMD equipment to meet daily schedules
Support and train operators, maintain performance data and assist with equipment maintenance
Contribute to the development and testing of R&D samples and prototype builds
Support Quality Control with repairs and quarantined items

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar SMT / SMD technician role
Desirable to hold an HNC/HND or degree in electronics, electrical or manufacturing disciplines
Experience using Juki or Europlacer equipment
Familiarity with IPC standards and soldering techniques
Competent in problem-solving, attention to detail and managing workloads independently
Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Google suite

Additional Information
Working hours are 7:00 to 17:00 Monday to Wednesday and 7:00 to 16:30 on Thursday, with no work on Fridays. This equates to a 37.5-hour working week including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day.
Annual leave entitlement is 150 hours plus bank holidays.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SMT / SMD Technician looking to take ownership of a critical part of the production process within a growing and well-equipped facility.

To apply or for more information, please contact KO2 Recruitment.

Electronics Engineer

April 23, 2025/in Yorkshire and the Humber Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Electronics Engineer – Industrial Automation
Sheffield
Full-Time | Permanent

Salary up to £55,000 + Benefits

Are you an Electronics Engineer with a passion for innovation and precision? Join a well-established leader in the industrial automation sector, known for delivering reliable, high-performance solutions to a global client base.

Our client, based in Sheffield, has built an excellent reputation for technical excellence and forward-thinking product development. As part of a small, agile engineering team, you’ll have a direct impact on the creation of cutting-edge automation products that power industrial efficiency and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and development of analogue and digital circuits
PCB layout and schematic design
Development of embedded software
Product testing, debugging, and documentation
Involvement in R&D projects and new product development

Key Skills & Experience:

Proven experience in analogue and digital circuit design
Proficiency in PCB design and layout – Altium, KiCad, PADs etc
Embedded software development
Microcontroller development – Microchip PIC, ARM, STM, TI etc
Desirable: Assembler programming and design for EMC compliance
Strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset

Apply today with an up-to-date CV or contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Recruitment for more details.

Electronic Engineer

February 19, 2025/in Yorkshire and the Humber Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Job Title: Electronics Engineer

Location: Sheffield, UK

Our client is an innovative cybersecurity start-up focused on creating cutting-edge, secure electronics solutions. They are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and building products that are at the forefront of cybersecurity, protecting the digital landscape from emerging threats.

Job Description:

They are seeking a talented Electronics Engineer to join our growing team. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on electronics design skills and experience working with multidisciplinary teams. You will be responsible for contributing to the design and development of new products, ensuring they meet high standards for performance, security, and usability.

Key Responsibilities:

Electronics Design & Development: Work hands-on with circuit design, schematic capture, and PCB layout. Expertise in Altium Designer is ideal, but experience with other PCB design tools is also valued.
Documentation & Process Buildout: Assist in documenting designs, processes, and procedures. Help establish new workflows and best practices for electronics design within the company.
Design & Build Best Practices: Apply your knowledge to help guide the team in building and designing electronics the right way, ensuring quality and efficiency in all stages of development.
Testing & Production: Take an active role in the testing and production stages, ensuring prototypes meet design specifications and perform as expected. Contribute to the production of high-quality products ready for market deployment.
Collaborate with a Multidisciplinary Team: Work closely with other engineers, including software and hardware engineers, to ensure seamless integration between hardware and software systems.

Required Skills and Experience:

Hands-on Electronics Design: Proven experience with designing and developing electronics systems.
PCB Design Skills: Strong experience with PCB design tools such as Altium Designer.
Industry Experience: A decent level of industry experience in electronics engineering, preferably in a related field such as cybersecurity, IoT, or embedded systems.
Testing & Production Knowledge: Solid understanding of testing, validation, and production processes. Experience with prototyping and product lifecycle management.
Team Collaboration: Comfortable working in a small, multidisciplinary team environment where you will be contributing ideas and collaborating with colleagues across various engineering domains.

Desirable Skills:

Experience in the cybersecurity or embedded systems industry.
Familiarity with secure hardware design and hardware-based security solutions.
Knowledge of security protocols and their implementation in hardware.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunity to join a growing start-up with huge potential for career advancement.
A dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
Flexible working hours.
Professional development opportunities and access to cutting-edge technologies.

If you’re passionate about designing secure, high-performance electronics and want to work on ground-breaking cybersecurity products, apply today with an up to date CV!

Electronic Engineer

February 13, 2025/in Yorkshire and the Humber Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Position: Electronics Engineer

Location: Sheffield

Salary: Up to £50,000

KO2s Client, a rapidly growing start-up, is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Electronics Engineer to join their dynamic team in Sheffield. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative company at the forefront of electronics development, contributing to cutting-edge projects that will shape the future.

As an Electronics Engineer with KO2s Client, you will play a critical role in the design and development of new products, ensuring the successful creation and testing of complex electronic circuits. Key responsibilities will include PCB design and layout using Altium, as well as designing and testing electronic circuits to meet the company’s technical requirements.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

PCB design and layout experience using Altium.
Strong background in electronic circuit design and testing.
A relevant degree in electronics engineering or a related field.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

If you’re passionate about electronics and ready to contribute to an exciting start-up, we would love to hear from you! KO2s Client offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and make an immediate impact within a rapidly growing company.

Apply now to join this exciting journey with KO2s Client!

Electronics Test Engineer

February 12, 2025/in Yorkshire and the Humber /by Chris Oddy

Electronics Test Engineer – Sheffield – £40,000 to £50,000

KO2’s client is seeking a talented Electronics Test Engineer to join their dynamic team in Sheffield. This exciting role involves building bespoke test jigs for the testing and validation of optical and electronic products. As an Electronics Test Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and creating test jigs, ensuring both optical and electronics systems are tested to the highest standards.

The role requires a practical, hands-on approach, working with oscilloscopes, low noise test equipment, spectrum analyzers, and high-speed oscilloscopes. You will be involved from prototype testing to mass production, creating innovative solutions for how to test both individual units and scale those tests into production systems.

Your key responsibilities as an Electronics Test Engineer will include:

Designing and developing test jigs for optical and electronic testing.
Reviewing test specifications and validating products using the latest testing technologies.
Working with Python for automating and controlling test procedures.
Transitioning prototypes into mass production while ensuring consistency and quality.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize testing processes.

This is a great opportunity for an Electronics Test Engineer who thrives in a highly practical role and is passionate about working on cutting-edge technology. If you’re ready to take your skills to the next level and contribute to a growing business, KO2’s client would love to hear from you.

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000, depending on experience.

If you’re an Electronics Test Engineer looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, innovative environment, apply now!

Embedded Full Stack Software Developer

January 20, 2025/in Yorkshire and the Humber Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Position: Embedded Full Stack Software Developer
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Benefits
Location: Sheffield

KO2’s client, a leader in the telematics sector, is looking for a talented Full Stack Software Developer to join their growing in-house team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced developer with a passion for embedded software and full stack development. The role will focus on the full development life cycle, working with embedded C on Raspberry Pi systems and transferring critical vehicle data to AWS for real-time analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Developing embedded software for telematics systems, utilizing Embedded C and Bash scripting on Raspberry Pi devices.
Pulling data from the vehicle CAN network and transferring it to AWS for real-time monitoring and analysis.
Working on the back-end AWS services, ensuring smooth data flow from embedded systems to cloud-based storage.
Developing and maintaining web portals that display real-time data from the vehicle, including usage patterns, driving styles, and vehicle location.
Collaborating with the team to improve telematics functionality, transitioning from reactive to proactive data management.
Monitoring vehicle networks through internal tools like Grafana, ensuring error flags and data insights are visible in real time.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Strong embedded software development experience, particularly with Embedded C, Bash scripting, and Raspberry Pi systems.
Experience with AWS microservices and integrating data into the cloud.
Familiarity with web development technologies (JavaScript, database integration) to process and display data.
Experience working with telematics or vehicle network data is a plus.
Proficiency in using tools like Grafana for real-time data visualization.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for someone with embedded software experience who is eager to develop their skills further and transition into a full stack AWS developer role. KO2’s client is also open to training exceptional embedded engineers with a strong desire to learn full stack software development.

If you’re passionate about embedded software, AWS, and telematics systems, and want to work in a dynamic and innovative team, apply today for immediate consideration.

Apply now with an up-to-date CV to KO2 Embedded Recruitment!

Embedded Engineer

December 12, 2024/in Yorkshire and the Humber Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Position: Embedded Engineer

Salary: Up to £50,000

Location: Malton, Yorkshire (Hybrid Work from Home)

About the Role:

Our award-winning client is expanding their engineering team and is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their office, just north of York. This role offers flexible hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office once a week. As an Embedded Engineer, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of the complete design process, from initial concept through to testing and manufacturing, working alongside a small, talented team.

The ideal candidate will be degree-qualified with several years of industry experience. Your expertise will include Embedded C programming, bare metal development, and knowledge of various communication protocols (SPI, I2C, RS232, Ethernet, etc.). Experience with PIC and/or ARM microcontrollers is essential. While not required, experience with electronics design, LabVIEW, or developing data acquisition systems would be highly beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Embedded Engineer who thrives on variety and enjoys collaborating with a dynamic, award-winning team. Your primary focus will be developing embedded software solutions for bespoke control systems, enhancing existing products, and driving new product development. You’ll be involved in all stages of the process—from high-level architecture to low-level implementation—and will play a key role in customer support and generating detailed documentation.

Skills and Experience Required:

Embedded C programming
Bare metal development
Experience with RS232, SPI, CAN, RS485, I2C
Familiarity with ARM and/or PIC Microchip microcontrollers

Desirable Experience:

Electronics design (PCB layout, schematic capture, circuit design)
LabVIEW

Apply directly by contacting KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions with an up to date CV.

Electronic Technician

October 22, 2024/in Yorkshire and the Humber Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Electronics Technician – EV Chargers – York – £40,000

KO2’s client, a leading company in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry, is seeking a skilled Electronics Technician to join their growing team in York. This is a senior role ideal for someone who is not only proficient in working down to component level but is also capable of helping to improve an existing team of technicians.

As an Electronics Technician, you will play a critical role in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining electronic systems within our EV chargers. Your hands-on experience will ensure that our products continue to meet the high standards our clients expect.

This Electronics Technician role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 and presents the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology. You will collaborate with a team of talented professionals while also mentoring junior staff, driving improvements, and fostering a culture of excellence within the department.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnose and repair electronic systems down to component level.
Work closely with and mentor other technicians.
Contribute to the ongoing development and efficiency of the team.
Ensure the highest standards of quality and performance in all repair and maintenance tasks.

If you’re an experienced Electronics Technician looking for a new challenge, and want to be part of an innovative company shaping the future of EV charging, apply today!