CAD Engineer / Draughtsperson – SolidWorks + DriveWorks

CAD Engineer / Draughtsperson – SolidWorks + DriveWorks

Sheffield

£35,000

Full-Time | Onsite, 5 Days a Week

KO2’s client are a Sheffield-based manufacturing business looking for a hands-on CAD Engineer / Draughtsperson to join the team and keep the quotes going out the door. If you love CAD and being a Draughtsperson and is someone who likes to get stuck into SolidWorks, hit DriveWorks, and get designs out the door consistently – please make contact.

The Role:

You’ll be sat at a CAD station most of the day, churning out accurate, production-ready CAD models and drawings. This is not a pure R&D gig – it’s real-world draughting and order processing.

  • Use DriveWorks to generate models – plug in the numbers, let the system do its thing.
  • When needed, tweak and modify designs – reposition a hole, add a bracket, adjust a part.
  • Prep 2D & 3D AutoCAD drawings for customer approval and manufacturing.
  • Work on a wide range of products
  • It’s about repetition and reliability, not reinventing the wheel every day.
  • You’ll be working onsite in Sheffield, 5 days a week, alongside a laid-back but hard-working team.

What KO2’s client is After:

  • 2+ years’ experience in a CAD/Draughting role.
  • Solid skills in SolidWorks and some exposure to DriveWorks (or willing to learn it fast).
  • Comfortable with 2D AutoCAD for drawing tweaks and approvals.
  • Someone who enjoys the rhythm of high-volume CAD work – organised, steady, accurate.
  • Happy working onsite in Sheffield every day.

Salary:

£35,000 + friendly team, real work, no nonsense.

Apply today with an up to date CV!

Electronics Engineer

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.

Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer – Intrinsically Safe Avionics Systems
Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Up to £65,000 per annum
Permanent, Full-Time

KO2’s client, a specialist in designing intrinsically safe embedded systems for use in challenging and high-reliability environments – including cutting-edge avionics applications – is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join their growing engineering team in Northallerton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who thrives in a safety-critical development environment and wants to be part of a company that’s making a real impact in aviation technology.

The Role:

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll play a key role in the full software lifecycle – from requirements and design through to testing and validation – working on embedded systems that are designed to meet stringent intrinsic safety standards for use in avionics.

You’ll be working with a close-knit engineering team, developing software that is not only highly reliable but also designed to perform in some of the most demanding environments.

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Strong experience in embedded C/C++ programming
  • Experience working with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
  • Experience with microcontroller-based system design
  • Knowledge of low-level hardware interaction, protocols, and debugging

Desirable:

  • Prior experience in aerospace or avionics sectors
  • Exposure to formal verification tools or static analysis
  • Understanding of EMC design considerations

Why Join?

  • A unique opportunity to work on intrinsically safe embedded systems used in aerospace applications
  • Competitive salary up to £65,000
  • A supportive team culture with a passion for high-integrity engineering
  • A chance to be part of a growing, forward-thinking company in North Yorkshire

If you’re an Embedded Software Engineer looking for a technically rewarding role with a company pushing the boundaries of safety and performance in avionics, KO2 would love to hear from you.

Junior Electronics Engineer

Position: Junior Electronics Engineer

Location of Office: Wakefield

Location of Work: Hybrid WFH Available

The Role: An exciting new role has now been created for a Junior Electronic Engineer to join our clients growing engineering team in the Wakefield area. This role will offer plenty of variety and the chance to develop brand new electronic solutions that you will be able to see implemented in daily life. Our client has an excellent reputation, with over 30 years’ experience in their sector and their customers include a range of industry leaders and cutting edge, innovative projects.

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Multilayer PCB design and layout
  • Schematic capture
  • Analogue and digital circuit design
  • Degree qualification – Engineering related subject

This role will offer the chance to work towards the design of a range of new products whilst working closely with electronics, embedded software and mechanical design engineers. The successful Electronics Engineer can expect their role to include:

  • Design, from first principals, electronic systems to a given specification.
  • Carry out detailed testing of electronic equipment.
  • Generate technical documentation to substantiate the design.
  • Generate schematics and design PCB layouts
  • Creating Bill Of Materials (BOMs)
  • Liaising with production to ensure manufacturing requirements are factored into all designs.
  • Investigate the latest technologies and ensure these techniques are being employed within the design process.

For more information on this fantastic opportunity please get in touch with Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 embedded recruitment solutions.

Electronic Enigneer

Position: Electronics Engineer

Salary: Up to £45,000

Office Location: Stockport

We are excited to introduce a brand-new opportunity for an Electronics Engineer to join our client’s expanding engineering team located in the Stockport area. Our client specializes in designing cutting-edge security products for the aerospace sector and is a prominent supplier to leading companies within the industry. As the Electronics Engineer, you will be engaged in both new projects and the support and enhancement of legacy products.

Key Skills Required:

  • Proficiency in digital and analogue circuit design
  • Experience with PCB design and schematic capture
  • In-depth understanding of the full design life cycle
  • Knowledge of EMC or experience in designing for EMC

As the successful Electronics Engineer, you will be an integral member of a small design team. Your role will encompass a diverse range of daily tasks within a collaborative team design environment. This position offers the unique opportunity to initiate product designs from scratch and contribute to the entire design lifecycle, including design, prototyping, documentation, and in-house testing.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

  • Previous experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, medical, or automotive
  • Exposure to video electronics
  • Proficiency in Altium or Pads Pro software.

Our client’s office is conveniently located in Stockport, and this role will be based at their state-of-the-art facilities. Onsite parking is available, and the office is a short walk from a mainline station. This strategic location allows for an easy commute from areas like Altrincham, Macclesfield, Manchester, Oldham, and Ashton-under-Lyne, among others.

This position is ideally suited for an electronics engineer with a background in a similar role. If you are enthusiastic about contributing to the design and development of customized products for the global commercial aerospace sector, we encourage you to apply.

Reach out to Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Recruitment with an updated CV to seize this exciting opportunity.

Embedded Software Engineer

Position: Embedded Software Engineer

Salary: Up to £55,000

Location: Wakefield

About the Role: We’re working with an established and forward-thinking engineering company in South Leeds that’s expanding its team with a new Embedded Software Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to get hands-on with innovative projects that have real-world impact. With over 30 years of industry experience, the company partners with leading names across a variety of sectors, delivering cutting-edge solutions.

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll enjoy a diverse workload, creating brand-new embedded systems from the ground up. You’ll play a key role in the full development lifecycle and have the opportunity to directly influence design decisions while reporting to the Technical Director.

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Strong C programming skills
  • Experience with RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr)
  • Microcontroller development (STM32, Microchip PIC, Nordic preferred)
  • Familiarity with communication protocols: I2C, SPI, CAN, DALI
  • Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Ideal Candidate:

This role is suited to an experienced Embedded Software Engineer who thrives in a small team environment and enjoys taking ownership of projects. You’ll be encouraged to stay current with the latest technologies and integrate them into new designs.

Desirable Experience:

  • Wireless protocols: BLE, Thread, Zigbee
  • Application-level development in C, C++ or Python
  • Version control tools such as Git

Interested?

To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions.

Embedded Software Engineer

Role: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Manchester

Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 + Benefits DOE

KO2’s client, a leading innovator in the autonomous automotive and infotainment, is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join their growing development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the design and development of a diverse range of next-generation devices that are helping to shape the future of the automotive industry.

The Role

You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, working closely with hardware and systems teams to build robust and efficient embedded software solutions. The work will primarily focus on developing new features and maintaining existing systems. They are ideally looking for a Degree graduated candidate with 4+ years industry experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designing, developing, and testing software for embedded systems
  • Working on Linux platforms
  • Writing code in C, C++ and Python
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams on product development

Essential Skills:

  • Strong experience with Embedded Linux
  • Proficiency in Python, C, and C++
  • Solid understanding of software development best practices

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with embedded systems architecture
  • Knowledge of serial communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, etc.)

What’s on Offer:

  • Join a company at the forefront of the EV and power innovation sector
  • Work on meaningful, forward-thinking technologies
  • A collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Office-based role in Central Manchester, offering a dynamic and engaging workspace

If you’re a passionate Software Engineer looking to make an impact in a fast-evolving industry, KO2’s client wants to hear from you

Software Engineer

Role: Software Engineer – Embedded Systems
Location: Newcastle (Office-Based)
Salary: Up to £50,000

KO2’s client, a leading innovator in the electric vehicle and power industry, is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join their growing development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the design and development of a diverse range of next-generation devices that are helping to shape the future of sustainable energy solutions.

The Role

You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, working closely with hardware and systems teams to build robust and efficient embedded software solutions. The work will primarily focus on developing new features and maintaining existing systems used in EV and power distribution products. They are open to any level of experience from fresh graduate to senior engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designing, developing, and testing software for embedded systems
  • Working on embedded Linux platforms
  • Writing code in Python and C/C++
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams on product development

Essential Skills:

  • Strong experience with Embedded Linux
  • Proficiency in Python, C, and C++
  • Solid understanding of software development best practices

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with embedded systems architecture
  • Familiarity with Docker and containerization
  • Knowledge of serial communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, etc.)

What’s on Offer:

  • Join a company at the forefront of the EV and power innovation sector
  • Work on meaningful, forward-thinking technologies
  • A collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Office-based role in Newcastle, offering a dynamic and engaging workspace

If you’re a passionate Software Engineer looking to make an impact in a fast-evolving industry, KO2’s client wants to hear from you.

Electronics Engineer

Electronics Engineer

KO2’s client, a prominent player in the security systems industry, is seeking a skilled Electronics Engineer with a passion for embedded software to join their expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact while working on advanced security solutions designed to protect some of the most high-risk and secure facilities globally. You will be part of a close-knit, family-oriented team where your contributions are valued, and you will play a key role in developing cutting-edge security technologies.

About the Company:

Our client is a leading provider of advanced security systems, specializing in protecting against drone, blast, and explosion threats. With an annual turnover of £50 million, the company delivers tailored solutions for high-security environments around the world. Despite its size, the company maintains a family-oriented culture where each team member is appreciated, and the owner personally knows and supports everyone. This environment fosters organic growth and offers excellent opportunities for career progression.

Your Role as an Electronics Engineer:

In this role, you will work at the intersection of hardware and software development, collaborating closely with the mechanical engineering team. You will play a pivotal part in designing, testing, and refining security systems that protect against high-risk attacks. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Designing both analogue and digital electronics
  • Developing embedded software (with a 50/50 focus on electronics and software)
  • Managing microelectronics to control input/output signals
  • Participating in high-security testing, including blast and ballistic-proof systems
  • Collaborating with mechanical engineers to create integrated security solutions
  • Supporting the growth of the electronics team and mentoring junior engineers as the department expands

Key Qualifications:

  • Strong experience in analogue and digital electronics design
  • Expertise in embedded software development
  • Familiarity with systems integration, especially involving microelectronics and embedded systems
  • British nationality (required for security clearance)
  • A passion for working on high-quality, low-volume projects that push the limits of innovation

What the Company Offers:

  • Competitive Salary: £50,000 per annum
  • Training & Development: Access to specialized training to enhance your skill set
  • Team Growth: Opportunity to join a growing electronics team with pathways into leadership roles
  • Family-Oriented Culture: Work in a supportive, family-like environment where you’re truly valued
  • High-Impact Projects: Contribute to cutting-edge security solutions, including drone defense and explosion-proof testing

*Due to the nature of work you will need to be a UK national to be considered for this role*

Our client is committed to making a global impact in the security industry and is looking for someone with your expertise to join their team. If you’re an experienced Electronics Engineer with embedded software experience and want to work on innovative, world-class security solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Senior Embedded Team Leader

Senior Embedded Software Engineer / Team Leader – Worcester (Up to £75,000)

Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for leadership and a strong background in C programming within a Linux environment? Join a dynamic company in Worcester that specializes in the design and development of cutting-edge adaptive array systems!

KO2’s client are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer who can step into a Team Leader role or has experience managing small teams of engineers. As part of a growing business with a rich heritage (dating back over 80 years!), you will play a crucial part in leading and collaborating with a talented team working on innovative embedded Linux-based devices.

What KO2’s client is looking for:

  • Embedded C experience within a Linux environment (non-negotiable).
  • Team leadership experience or the drive to step up and lead a small team of embedded engineers and front-end developers.
  • Interest or expertise in modern C++, Rust, and React for front-end UI/GUI development.
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems design and development, with a focus on adaptive array systems.
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment while driving results and fostering innovation.

Technical Skills Required:

  • Embedded Linux development (essential).
  • Embedded C programming.
  • Front-end technologies for GUI/UI development.
  • Knowledge of Modern C++, Rust, React, and JavaScript is a plus.
  • Leadership potential or experience in guiding a team.

The Client;

are a privately-owned, cutting-edge technology business with offices in Burton – On – Trent, Worcester, and Australia. With a rich history dating back to pre-World War II, they are now leading the way in embedded Linux device design across three design centres. The team in Worcester plays a key role in building embedded solutions for complex systems, and are looking to expand with your expertise.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary up to £75,000.
  • The opportunity to lead and develop a talented software team.
  • Flexible working environment with options to collaborate in our Worcester or Burton-on-Trent offices.
  • Work for a company that thrives on innovation and a supportive team culture.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with the drive to lead, and if you’re passionate about working in a collaborative and innovative environment, KO2 want to hear from you!