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A global leader in industrial technology solutions is seeking a Student Placement - Electronics/Systems Engineer in Leicester. This 12-month placement involves writing firmware for FPGAs, creating CAD drawings, and conducting evaluation testing. Candidates should have basic knowledge in VHDL, C programming, and strong teamwork skills. The position offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and numerous benefits, ideal for those passionate about engineering.

Job Title Student Placement - Electronics/Systems Engineer Location: Leicester, LEC, GB, LE49JD Business Unit: Taylor Hobson Posting Date: Jan 29, 2026 Overview Taylor Hobson is recruiting for an Electronics/Systems Placement Student to join the Business Unit in Leicester, United Kingdom for 12 months. Responsibilities Writing and testing firmware for FPGAs and microcontrollers Creating and modifying CAD drawings in various software packages Assisting with evaluation testing, involving measuring components on our instruments and analysing the results Assisting with creation and maintenance of electronics CAD libraries Requirements for Consideration ESSENTIAL: At least basic knowledge of VHDL FPGA design, C programming, digital and analog electronics Strong all-round communication and analytical skills and a real commitment to teamwork Drives projects to completion Confidence and integrity DESIRABLE: Proficient in Word processing, Excel and PCB schematic capture software Undergraduate level electronic engineering or related discipline What we offer you A fun, relaxed and supportive working environment 1pm Friday finish Competitive salary and 25 days holiday including Christmas Onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Taylor Hobson Generous matched pension scheme Life assurance Option to join private health plan Enhanced maternity pay Development opportunities and progression through the business Mentoring and guidance for accreditation Charity and fundraising involvement Sports and Social Club with events throughout the year Perkbox rewards app Employee referral scheme Cycle to work scheme Inclusive workforce Free onsite parking, electric charging points and easy access to the city centre Business Unit Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is a world leader in surface and form metrology and develops measuring instruments. We provide contact and non-contact measurement solutions for demanding applications globally, with a worldwide infrastructure to support clients. We are pioneers, continually developing products for next-generation technologies in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies. Taylor Hobson brands include: Talyrond, Form Talysurf PGI and i-Series, Surtronic, LUPHOScan, Formalysurf PGI Optics, Talyvel, Autocollimators, Micro-Alignment Telescope and AMECare. Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc. Website: AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion. AMETEK is committed to safety, sustainability and productivity. We employ 21,000 colleagues in 35 countries, guided by core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE: AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Job Title: Trainee Hydraulic Test Engineer Location: Ramsgate, KEN, GB, CT12 5HE Business Unit: Maintenance & Repair Europe Posting Date: Jan 22, 2026 AEM Limited has been Europe's leading independent overhaul and repair facility for more than 60 years. The company has a solid reputation in the aerospace industry for providing a broad range of services to international and regional airlines, helicopter operators and airframe manufacturers. Conducting business from three sites in the United Kingdom, AEM offers specialist services for in excess of 5,000 components over a variety of aircraft systems with capabilities covering aircraft windings, electrical power, hydraulic components, landing gear and safety equipment. In 2007 AEM Limited was acquired by AMETEK Inc, a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices as a unit within AMETEK MRO's Aerospace and Defense Division, a recognized global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets. We are currently looking for a Trainee Hydraulic Test Engineer for our Ramsgate site. Roles and Responsibilities: Complete the strip, inspection and fault diagnosis of hydraulic and mechanical fluid power systems, supporting the Hydraulic Test Engineer. Monitor stock levels for hydraulic fluid and consumables. Complete daily/weekly maintenance checks of test rigs. Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas of the Test Bay. Support with continually improving safety by addressing both physical safety issues and safety attitudes within the fluid power section. Document all training both internal and external. Adhere to industry standard QA rules and regulations. Qualifications/Experience required: Engineering Qualification Experience in an engineering environment AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion. AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.

A global industrial technology solutions provider is seeking a Trainee Hydraulic Test Engineer for its Ramsgate site. The role involves fault diagnosis, maintenance checks, and safety improvements within hydraulic and mechanical systems. Candidates are expected to possess an engineering qualification and experience in an engineering environment. This position offers an opportunity to grow and develop skills in a reputable company that has been a leader in the aerospace industry for over 60 years.

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Job Title: Quality and Technical Director Location: Plymouth, DEV, GB, PL6 7LG Business Unit: Specialty Metals The Quality and Technical Director is responsible for driving a strong quality culture across the organisation, to ensure that our product quality conforms to our customers expectations, specifications, standards and any applicable regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Provide the leadership to engage all employees in a quality culture of right first time and ensuring that defects are detected and resolved before product is shipped to the customer. Interfacing with customers providing quality, standards, and technical information. Managing product quality escapes from the organization and quality escapes from our suppliers. Develop the human talent within the Organization to succeed and grow, while onboarding and training new high-level talent. Responsibility for the successful execution of the Quality KPIs including Yield and COPQ. Overall responsibility for Quality Assurance, Product Quality, Technical and Laboratory teams. Ensure an integrated Management system and audit schedule for AS9100 / ISO14001 / ISO45001 standards Working closely with the commercial and manufacturing functions to improve standards and capabilities. Developing staff to reach their maximum potential through a robust implementation of a review process. Review Operational data and ensure that departmental KPIs are met. Budgeting and cost control Resource planning and analysis of staffing levels ensure staffing levels to meet KPIs Managing qualification of our products by our customers. Develop a guiding vision for the structure and performance of the Quality and Technical team which aligns with achieving and exceeding the goals and objectives of the site. Essential Requirements Proven experience of managing a Quality function in a Manufacturing/ Engineering business. A degree or equivalent (Metallurgy or Materials Science would be highly desirable). Proven experience of working with customers on complex quality issues. Experience in driving process improvements using lean manufacturing techniques. Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with employees. Good financial awareness. The drive and enthusiasm to be a champion for achieving Quality excellence and motivating team members. Experience in engineering problem solving and fault identification. Application of fault finding techniques such as 8D and the use of FMEA Failure Mode and Effect Analysis . Application of 6-Sigma. Knowledge and use of Statistical Process Control. A passion for success and a sense of urgency to execute deadlines. Possess a management style that focuses on people and be able to inspire trust. A long-range perspective and a strong desire to challenge the status Quo. Motivate and lead others within a matrix organization. You will demonstrate and align with the values of the company demonstrating high levels of safety focus, honesty, integrity, customer service focus, quality focus, excellence and innovation. Successful candidates will be required to achieve a satisfactory result in a background check, drug and alcohol test (specifically hair follicle) and a company medical. AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion. AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: This role can be perofrmed at either our Edinburgh or Towcester location Function: Abaco's Networking Innovation Centre in Edinburgh is responsible for the development, test, release and maintenance of our OpenWare software products, which provide the management and supporting functionality for all Abaco Systems NETernity Ethernet switch products. We require a flexible and knowledgeable software engineer with experience in the complete software development lifecycle, preferably gained in the successful delivery of software into COTS products, to join the team. Role Summary: Working on software development projects within a small, focused team of software engineers developing and supporting OpenWare. Involved in the whole software development lifecycle from initial requirements gathering and analysis, design, verification, through to product delivery, documentation, and support. Abaco is an AS9100 Rev D company, and this development work all follows our defined quality processes. Developing across all parts of the OpenWare architecture, from product specific bootloaders and Linux kernels, low level IPMI and hardware interfacing, through to GNU/Linux system and switch control applications, including network protocols and user interface. Supporting and enhancing our development tools, CI and test infrastructure. Collaborating in product development teams, including hardware design and production engineering, to bring new products to market. Supporting customers, internally and externally, with the use and integration of our products in their systems, and to specify and deliver custom features and enhancements to our products if required. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain GNU/Linux system and embedded software to support our range of NETernity switch products. Contribute, as the OpenWare representative, to multidisciplinary teams working towards new product development and release. Lead development of new OpenWare feature from initial discussion and requirements through to completion. Develop test specifications and scripts to test network software during development and release. Provide direct support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure our delivery commitments are met. Communicate status to key stakeholders in a timely and professional fashion. Produce internal documentation for assigned tasks consistent with our engineering processes. Participate in the continuous improvement of Software Development Processes. Desired Qualifications/Requirements: Degree in Software Engineering or related subject. An excellent understanding of C in a GNU/Linux development environment. Strong problem-solving, creative, and solution-building skills. Experience of working constructively in pairs and small groups with less experienced engineers. Experience in working through whole software development lifecycle. Experience of scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc) Development experience in networking protocols (TCP/IP, Ethernet, etc) Experience in configuration management practices and tools (GIT, CI/T, etc) Desired Work Experience: Experience developing and deploying software in systems and/or embedded environments. Experience in working in an AS9100 Rev D certified environment. You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, Health and Life Assurance. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts. GDPR By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with AMETEK/Abaco Data Protection Policy. We will use your information solely for recruitment purposes and will not share it with third parties without your consent. Your data will be stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for the recruitment process. You have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data at any time. For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy. Security clearance Please be aware that many roles working for Abaco Systems will be subject to security and export control restrictions. All roles are therefore subject to candidates being able to meet BPSS level pre-employment screening criteria. In some roles you may also need to have or be able to achieve full SC level security clearance without restrictions. Security and export control requirements mean that factors including your nationality, any other nationalities you have or have previously held, your place of birth and your employment and residency status may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation. For more information and guidance about security requirements visit: AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions servinga diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion. AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual,Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) isa component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.

A leading industrial technology solutions provider seeks a knowledgeable software engineer for its Edinburgh location. The role involves developing and maintaining GNU/Linux systems for NETernity products, contributing to the software development lifecycle from requirements to completion. Ideal candidates should have a degree in software engineering, excellent C programming skills, and experience with networking protocols. Benefits include a competitive pension scheme and additional perks. This position requires meeting specific security clearance standards.