Verso Recruitment Group

Test Engineer Location: Bristol Salary: £36,000 Contract: Permanent Candidates will be contracted to work on a rotating shift pattern. Each working week consists of 4 shifts of 8 hours and one of 5 hours. We re supporting a high-tech engineering and manufacturing business in Bristol that is looking to strengthen its Test Team with the addition of a Test Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, cutting-edge systems and take real ownership of product testing from start to finish. The role will suit someone with a strong electrical engineering background who enjoys hands-on testing, fault finding, and contributing to continuous improvement in a structured manufacturing environment. The Role As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering fully tested, fully functional products in line with defined procedures, quality standards, and delivery targets. You ll work on some of the most complex system configurations and play an active role in improving test efficiency and product quality. Key Responsibilities Deliver fully tested products in strict accordance with defined test procedures Take ownership of allocated products and proactively resolve issues Ensure all test documentation is fully completed, accurate, and signed off Consistently deliver against agreed test time targets Support test time reduction through continuous improvement initiatives Drive improved product quality through accurate fault reporting and FRACAS data capture Support the Test Team Leader to achieve on-time delivery against the manufacturing plan Contribute to improvements in quality, health & safety, cleanliness and 5S standards Support customer pre-acceptance visits when required Actively promote 5S principles within the test department Occasionally visit customer sites to support installation and commissioning activities About You Time-served electrical apprenticeship, City & Guilds Part 3, or qualification to HND, HNC or BTEC Level 3 Ability to strictly follow test procedures and accurately report results Strong fault-finding skills down to component level Understanding of quality and health & safety requirements within test environments Ability to investigate issues, analyse root cause and suggest solutions IT literate Self-motivated team player able to work with minimal supervision Clear communicator, comfortable engaging at all levels Demonstrates enthusiasm, energy and a proactive approach Strong customer focus Willingness to suggest improvements and follow through on change Willing to travel when required Why apply? Permanent role with a salary of £36,000 Opportunity to work on advanced, high-tech products High level of ownership and responsibility Supportive test and engineering environment Strong focus on quality, continuous improvement and development For more information or to apply, contact: Lewis Phillips (phone number removed) (url removed)

A growing technology team in Cambridge is looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems at the intersection of hardware and software. You ll be working on low level embedded systems that power next generation products, contributing across the full development lifecycle from concept and architecture through to implementation, test, and optimisation. This role suits someone who enjoys hands on engineering, clean and maintainable code, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain firmware for embedded systems using C - Implement object oriented design principles in resource constrained environments - Develop bare metal and RTOS based applications - Work closely with hardware, systems, and software teams to define requirements and interfaces - Debug, test, and optimise firmware for performance, reliability, and power efficiency - Use Git for version control, branching, code reviews, and collaborative development - Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and coding standards Essential Skills & Experience - Strong proficiency in embedded C - Solid understanding of object oriented programming concepts - Experience developing for bare metal systems and/or RTOS environments - Familiarity with common embedded development tools (compilers, debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analysers) - Confident using Git in a collaborative engineering environment - Ability to read schematics and understand hardware software interactions - Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail Desirable Skills - Experience with ARM Cortex M or similar microcontrollers - Knowledge of C++ in embedded contexts - Exposure to communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, etc.) - Understanding of low power design techniques What s on Offer - Opportunity to work on cutting edge technology in a world class engineering hub - Collaborative, supportive team culture - Clear progression and development pathways For more information, please contact Cathy Swain. T: (phone number removed) E: (url removed)

Test Engineer LabVIEW Location: Peterlee Salary: Up to £45,000 Contract: Permanent We re working with an established engineering and manufacturing business in Peterlee that designs and produces advanced rechargeable battery solutions. They are looking to add a Test Engineer (LabVIEW) to their Engineering team to support new product development and ongoing manufacturing test capability. This role would suit a proactive and detail-oriented test engineer with strong LabVIEW experience, a structured approach to problem solving, and a genuine interest in developing automated test equipment in a production-focused environment. The Role Working within the Engineering team, you will support new product testing and development while assisting with the design, development and maintenance of custom automated test equipment. You ll collaborate closely with Electronics Test Engineers, Test Technicians, NPI, Production and Quality teams to deliver robust, reliable test solutions. Key Responsibilities Test Design & Execution Design and execute test plans for new rechargeable battery products Develop test specifications in line with customer requirements and SPQP standards Conduct failure mode analysis and support prevention activities to improve product reliability Equipment Development & Maintenance Design, develop and validate new automated test equipment and fixtures Maintain, improve and troubleshoot existing test equipment to ensure accuracy and efficiency Manage version control of compiled firmware (hex files) and support programming fixtures Production & Technical Support Provide technical support and fault-finding expertise to production teams Contribute to PFMEA activities and provide test input into NPI processes Quality, Validation & Reporting Verify and validate test equipment in line with company and industry standards Maintain accurate test documentation in accordance with quality management systems Produce clear test reports and communicate results internally and externally Knowledge, Skills & Experience Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (BEng) or equivalent experience Previous experience in a test engineering role within electronics or manufacturing Strong programming skills in LabVIEW (primary tool, established VI libraries) Additional programming experience in C# and Arduino platforms Experience using SQL databases for test data acquisition and analysis Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capability on both equipment and products Excellent IT skills across a range of applications Clear written and verbal communication skills Highly organised, self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to prioritise effectively Why apply? Salary up to £45,000 Hands-on role with strong involvement in new product development Opportunity to design and influence automated test systems Collaborative engineering environment with long-term stability Clear scope for technical development and continuous improvement For more information or to apply, contact: Lewis Phillips (phone number removed) (url removed)

We re seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to take a leading role in the development and evolution of our embedded software across both new products and established designs. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys guiding technical direction, mentoring others, and driving projects to completion in a practical, real world engineering environment. About the Role As a senior member of the engineering team, you will shape software architecture, lead development activities, and ensure high quality delivery across multiple projects. You ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams including hardware, systems, test, and product to ensure seamless integration and robust performance. This role combines hands on embedded development with technical leadership, making it perfect for someone who wants to stay close to the code while influencing broader engineering outcomes. Key Responsibilities - Lead the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software in C - Drive technical direction across new projects and updates to existing designs - Conduct and oversee code reviews, ensuring high standards and best practices - Mentor and support junior and mid level engineers - Collaborate with hardware, firmware, systems, and product teams to align requirements and resolve issues - Ensure effective use of Git workflows and version control processes - Provide technical input during planning, estimation, and design discussions - Troubleshoot complex issues on ARM based microcontrollers and processors Required Skills & Experience - Extensive experience with Embedded C development - Strong proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows - Deep understanding of ARM architectures and low level programming - Proven experience leading projects or technical workstreams - Strong debugging, problem solving, and system level thinking - Comfortable working across both legacy codebases and new designs - Excellent communication skills for cross functional collaboration What We re Looking For - A hands on technical leader who can guide others while contributing directly - Someone who enjoys balancing new development with iterative improvement of existing products - A clear communicator who can work effectively with multidisciplinary teams - A proactive engineer who takes ownership and drives projects forward What s on Offer - Competitive salary and benefits - A senior role with real influence over product direction and engineering quality - Opportunities to mentor, lead, and shape best practices - A supportive environment where practical engineering and collaboration are valued

We re looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Cambridge, working across a mix of new product development and updates to existing designs. If you enjoy practical engineering, solving real world problems, and working on technology that s proven, reliable, and continuously evolving, this role will suit you well. About the Role You ll contribute to the full lifecycle of embedded software development from implementing features for new projects to enhancing, maintaining, and optimising established products already in the field. The work is varied, hands on, and ideal for someone who likes seeing their code directly impact hardware performance. Key Responsibilities - Develop and maintain embedded software in C - Support both new product development and modifications to existing designs - Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineers - Use Git for version control and collaborative workflows - Develop and debug software on ARM based microcontrollers and processors Required Skills & Experience - Strong experience with Embedded C - Proficiency with Git - Experience working with ARM architectures - Understanding of low level programming, drivers, and hardware interaction - Ability to troubleshoot and improve existing codebases What We re Looking For - Someone who enjoys practical, real world engineering - A methodical problem solver with good attention to detail - Comfortable working across both legacy and new code - A collaborative team player What s on Offer - A stable, supportive engineering environment - Opportunities to broaden your skills across both new and existing product lines - A role where your work has a direct and visible impact For more information, please contact Cathy Swain. T: (phone number removed) E: (url removed)