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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.

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

April 9, 2025/in North West Permanent /by Chris Oddy

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.

PCB Designer

April 1, 2025/in North West Permanent /by Chris Oddy

KO2’s client, a leading provider to the Automotive industry worldwide, is looking to expand its CAD Processing & PCB Layout Design team in Liverpool. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled PCB designer to join a dynamic team in a role that combines both technical PCB layout and data processing.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and lay out new multilayer PCBs using Altium Designer.
Create library parts and perform schematic capture.
Work closely with the testing team to ensure compliance with both company and customer requirements.
Generate data required for quotations and collaborate with the sales team.
Conduct testability analysis and generate reports.
Process customer CAD files, BOMs, Gerber files, and schematics for test coverage and software design.
Quote test times based on customer requirements and test coverage needs.

What We’re Looking For:

Solid experience in PCB layout design, particularly with Altium Designer.
The ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.
Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
Excellent problem-solving abilities, both independently and within a team.
Proficient communication and data analysis skills.

About the Role: This position is a 50/50 split between data processing and PCB layout. On the data processing side, you will handle BOMs, CAD data, Gerber files, and process customer input for quotations, working closely with the sales team. On the technical side, you will design and lay out PCBs for functional test fixtures, interface boards, and wireless boards, ensuring the design fits with customer test requirements.

What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary of £40,000.
20 days holiday, plus up to 10 additional days with service.
Pension contributions.
On-site parking at a newly refurbished office, close to local amenities including shops, food outlets, and gyms.
Casual dress code and social events.
Excellent progression opportunities for hard-working individuals.
Early finish Fridays.

This role is based full-time, 5 days a week, onsite in South Liverpool. If you’re looking for a varied and rewarding role in PCB design with plenty of room for growth, apply now to join a forward-thinking company in a growing industry.

Embedded Software Engineer

March 14, 2025/in North West Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Position: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Manchester + Hybrid Work from Home

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 + Benefits

The company: KO2s client are an industry leader, with a proud reputation for innovation currently going through a period of growth. They design, develop and manufacture a range of industrial electronic devices that are used around the globe.

The Role: They are looking for an embedded software engineer to join their engineering team. The successful candidate will be working within a multidiscipline team and can expect to work on brand new projects whilst providing upgrades to existing products.

The ideal embedded software engineer will be degree qualified and have 3+ years industry experience in a similar role. You will have a strong understanding of embedded system design patterns and software architecture, with a skills set that includes:

Strong hands-on experience of developing embedded applications software, in C, on bare-metal systems.
Experience with ARM Cortex and TI microcontrollers.
Experience of developing supporting software in a high-level language, preferably Python, C# or C++.
Communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, and CAN.
Awareness of the MISRA C standards
Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
Clear communication skills to work with cross-functional teams and document designs.

Benefits on offer include:

26 days holiday plus public holidays
Pension scheme
Employee Bonus Scheme
4x Life Assurance
Flexible working and an early finish on Fridays
Hybrid working from home

If you are an embedded software engineer based in the Manchester area looking for a new challenge and the chance to work on industry leading devices in a friendly and professional team environment this is the role for you.

Contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Recruitment today with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.

Robotics Software Engineer

February 27, 2025/in North East Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Position: Robotics Software Engineer

Location: Newcastle

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 + Discretionary Bonus

Join Our Client’s Cutting-Edge Team as a Robotic Software Engineer in Newcastle!

KO2 Recruitment is excited to partner with a leading Newcastle-based business who design and develop robotic devices and related products that are used around the globe. They are looking to add a robotics software engineer to their growing engineering team.

About the Role: Our client is seeking a talented Robotics Software Engineer to join their dynamic R&D team, currently comprising seven skilled professionals. As a Robotics Software Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in advancing the autonomy and intelligence of their cutting-edge products.

You’ll spend most of your time writing software to control moving parts and also developing intuitive GUI interfaces. The core languages required are C, C++, or Python with Linux. While experience with ROS or ROS2 (Robot Operating System) is desired.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement software for control systems, ensuring smooth operation of physical hardware, including robotic arms and payloads.
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate adaptive technologies and sensors for terrain analysis and autonomous decision-making.
Conduct hands-on testing in both factory and field environments.
Work closely with the team to ensure seamless communication and control via radio links.

Ideal Candidate:

Degree in Computer Science or related field with strong experience in writing software to control hardware.
Hands-on engineers with a passion for robotics and autonomous applications.
Proficiency in C, C++, or Python. Experience with Codesys and embedded systems is a plus.
Experience working with Linux and/or ROS (Robot Operating System)

What is on Offer:

Competitive salary of up to £50,000 with a discretionary bonus
Comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, critical illness cover, and 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

If you’re a software engineer looking to take your robotics expertise to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a forward-thinking team where innovation and technology meet real-world challenges.

Apply Today!

For more information, contact KO2 Recruitment now!

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!

Embedded Engineer

February 5, 2025/in Midlands Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Embedded Engineer – Birmingham (Flexible Hybrid Work from Home) – Up to £55,000 + Benefits

KO2s client, a leading technology company based in Birmingham, is looking for an experienced Embedded Engineer to join their growing team. This exciting role offers the chance to work on next-generation products while maintaining and updating current systems. As an Embedded Engineer, you will play a key role in developing cutting-edge embedded systems and transitioning to new operating systems.

This position offers flexible hybrid working, with 2-3 days in the office per week or more remote options available.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and optimize low-level software in C, specifically for STM32 firmware.
Work on GSM and GPRS protocols to enhance communication capabilities.
Lead the transition to a new operating system for their next generations of product
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement embedded solutions.
Ensure high-quality, reliable embedded systems through thorough testing and debugging.

Essential Skills & Experience:

5+ years of industry experience in an Embedded Engineer role.
Strong proficiency in low-level development using C.
Extensive experience with STM32 firmware development.
Solid knowledge of RTOS and the ability to lead transitions to new operating systems.
Experience with GSM or GPRS communication protocols.

Desirable Skills:

Experience with CAN protocol.
Knowledge of MISRA C standards.
Familiarity with MQTT for IoT communication.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of technology. The next generation of products is on the horizon, and as an Embedded Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of this exciting evolution.

Salary: Up to £55,00 + benefits

If you are a passionate and experienced Embedded Engineer with a strong background in C programming, STM32 firmware, and RTOS, KO2s client wants to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career with a leading company in Birmingham!

Embedded Software Engineer

January 27, 2025/in North East Permanent /by Chris Oddy

Embedded Software Engineer – Medical Device Start-Up – Newcastle Upon Tyne – £65,000

KO2’s client, an innovative medical device start-up based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join their growing team. In this role, you will have the exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge medical devices, contributing to the development of next-generation embedded software that integrates AI monitoring, sensors, and advanced communication systems.

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will focus on designing and optimizing embedded software solutions primarily using C/C++ for ESP32-based platforms. Your work will be instrumental in developing the algorithms behind AI monitoring systems, building mesh networks for device communication, and integrating hardware components, including sensors. This is a chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medical devices through technology.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and optimize embedded software for medical devices using C/C++ on ESP32 microcontrollers.
Design algorithms to support AI monitoring systems in medical devices.
Build and implement mesh networks for smooth communication between medical devices.
Integrate various hardware and software components, including sensors, for enhanced functionality.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges efficiently.
Manage code through Git and integrate CI/CD processes with GitHub Actions

Required Skills:

Proficiency in C/C++ programming, with a focus on embedded systems.
Experience with ESP32 microcontrollers and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
Strong knowledge of communication protocols like BLE, Wi-Fi, SPI, UART, and I2C.
Expertise in sensor integration and signal processing for medical devices.
Understanding of low-power and battery management strategies for embedded software in medical devices.
Familiarity with Git and GitHub Actions for version control and CI/CD pipelines.
Awareness of embedded security standards to ensure safe and reliable medical devices.

Ideal Candidate Traits:

Passionate about creating technology that makes a real-world impact in healthcare.
Strong algorithm development skills with a practical approach to problem-solving.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take on new challenges.
Collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with a dedicated, on-site team.
Motivated to continuously learn and grow within the field of embedded software for medical devices.

Benefits of Joining KO2’s Client:

Directly contribute to the development of life-changing medical devices.
Work with innovative AI and cutting-edge technology in a rapidly evolving sector.
Join a passionate, close-knit team focused on improving healthcare through technology.
Enjoy opportunities for continuous learning, growth, and career progression.
Competitive salary of £60,000, with a chance to make a meaningful difference in the world.

This is the perfect opportunity for an embedded software engineer eager to work on high-impact medical devices and take on complex, rewarding challenges. If you are excited about shaping the future of healthcare technology, apply today to join KO2’s client and make a difference!

Apply now to become an Embedded Software Engineer in Newcastle Upon Tyne!