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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineering professional to join the Quality Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Electronic Equipment's in Development. Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer Salary: Circa £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineering professional to join the Quality Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Electronic Equipment's in Development. This opportunity provides the chance to play a pivotal role within an established QA team embedded within Electronic Engineering with the aim of ensuring all core QA EE activities are met and closely working with Major project Product Assurance Managers across the business, preventing/minimising product non-conformance, supporting smooth Equipment delivery, assuring reliable products and increasing Customer satisfaction. The Role Review, contribute and maintain Equipment Quality planning documentation. Ensure compliance to Electronic Engineering BMS procedures is maintained. Ensure Product Life Cycle reviews are planned, carried out and actions managed appropriately. Manage Product Non-Conformance. Facilitate implementation of Non-conformance process. Support design and manufacturing defect investigations. Provide Non-Conformance data analysis and summary reports into Major Equipment and senior management reviews. Proactively identify, communicate and mitigate Quality risks and issues for in house equipment's with the aim of reducing risk and increasing customer satisfaction. Participate in engineering process improvement and facilitate local flash audits providing compliance and process improvement ideas. Plan and facilitate quality focused micro training to increase quality process awareness, efficiencies and competencies within the engineering team& site facilities, bonus scheme and superb learning and development opportunities. What we're looking for from you: Ideally minimum HNC/HND in Engineering or Quality Assurance or considerable previous experience in related role. Experienced quality professionals, preferably within Electronic Engineering with a proven track record in Quality Assurance. Practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Good knowledge of the product lifecycle - specifically in development Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and ability to use own initiative to deliver improvements Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Production Test Engineer Electronics Colchester Up to 34, Days Holiday + Bank Holidays We are recruiting an Electronics Production Test Engineer to join a well-established engineering manufacturer in Colchester. This is a hands-on role focused on testing electronic hardware, including PCB assemblies (PCBAs), embedded systems, and finished products within a production environment. You will work closely with R&D, production, and quality teams to validate products, diagnose faults, and support continuous improvement. Please note: this role involves electronic hardware testing and is not a software QA or automation testing position. The Role Key responsibilities include: Executing formal test procedures on PCBAs and electronic assemblies Component-level fault finding, diagnosis, and repair Producing fault reports to support product improvement Maintaining test records in line with ISO 9001 procedures Creating and operating Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Supporting new product introduction and validation Collaborating with R&D, production, and quality teams to resolve technical issues What We're Looking For HNC / HND / ONC in Electronic or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) Experience in electronic test within manufacturing or R&D Strong fault-finding skills to component level Experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and electronic test equipment Experience with PCBAs and electronic assemblies Knowledge of ISO 9001 or IPC standards Desirable: RF or microwave testing experience Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) What's On Offer Salary up to 34,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays Company pension and life assurance Ongoing training and development Opportunities for career progression This role would suit someone currently working as an Electronic Test Engineer, Production Test Engineer, Electronics Technician, or RF Test Engineer.

Senior Radio Systems Engineer Location: Greater Manchester Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per year Contract: Full-time Mon-Fri (37.50 hours per week), Permanent Benefits: Medical Cash Plan Life Assurance Discounted Gym Membership Additional Benefits About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Radio Systems Engineer to join a growing communications engineering team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled radio engineer who enjoys working across system design, installation, commissioning, and technical oversight for large-scale radio communication projects across the UK and Europe. You will act as a senior technical point of contact for customers, support the Project Management Office, and play a key role in delivering complex radio systems to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Installation & Commissioning Install cabling, mount antennas, and configure RF equipment Program and test Motorola systems Commission PMR, DMR, telemetry radio, and microwave infrastructure Preventive Maintenance Carry out PPMs across multiple sites Complete annual inspections and corrective actions Documentation & Reporting Record test results, configuration details, and asset information Upload reports, photos, and documentation to shared systems Collaboration & Support Work closely with the PMO and Technical Lead Coordinate with subcontractors for installation tasks Provide pre-sales support including surveys, system design, and specifications Deliver post?sales support including customer training Technical Duties Diagnose and repair radio equipment from hand portables to base stations Conduct full diagnostic testing using bench and portable test equipment Prepare H&S documentation to meet customer requirements Maintain high technical standards and support knowledge sharing within the team Participate in standby rotas when required General Responsibilities Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time Adhere to Health & Safety guidelines at all times Identify and support revenue generating opportunities Carry out any additional duties as required by management Key Outcomes Deliver exceptional service to all customers Ensure smooth handover of completed installations to the service team Strengthen the organisation s reputation through high quality engineering delivery Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years experience in two way radio communications Strong knowledge of Motorola PMR, DMR, TETRA, telemetry, or microwave systems Understanding of IP technologies including routing, switching, and VoIP Experience with DAS (active and passive), VHF/UHF, and cellular systems Ability to detect and resolve RF interference and intermodulation issues Knowledge of 2G/3G/4G in?building coverage techniques EMF testing and ICNIRP compliance experience Proven project design and project management capability Competent in producing H&S documentation Able to work at heights and in confined spaces Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe Strong communication skills and a right?first?time approach Full UK driving licence and valid passport Ability to work independently and as part of a team Desirable Experience with LV electrical systems SCADA / Control & Automation knowledge Understanding of TCP/IP, MODBUS, Profibus, RS232 Experience with Trbonet, Windows Server, SQL Server RF over Fibre experience Duplexer, combiner, and filter tuning CCNA, PASMA, HNC Electrical/Electronics Benefits: Competitive salary Expenses paid Bonus Hybrid Full training and development 23 days Bank Holidays Pension Medical Cash Plan Life Insurance Discounted Gym Membership Career Development Staff events/ incentives Plus so much more . How to Apply: Send your CV to (url removed) Or call Helen on (phone number removed) This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Due to high application volumes, we will only contact you within 14 days if selected for interview. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and consent to Aspire Recruitment keeping you informed about future opportunities.

Test Development Engineer Location: Stevenage Duration: 6-Month Contract Rate: £50 p/h Umbrella We seek an engineer who has worked in a military / defence environment / industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC level minimum) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Test Development Engineer to join our clients Test Equipment Hardware Design Capability team. This role involves supporting the design, integration, and validation of hardware solutions for test systems, working across the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Define, design, and develop test equipment hardware in line with quality and technical standards. Support integration, validation, and verification of hardware solutions. Conduct design proving, performance, environmental, and EMC testing. Specify test approaches and identify improvements to diagnostic processes. Collaborate on project planning, risk management, and quality assurance. Produce technical documentation to support in-service products. Provide engineering support for bids and business opportunities. Manage and deliver work packages, including cost and schedule control. Essential Skills Strong background in test equipment development and electronic hardware design. Experience with test methods across product development lifecycles. Knowledge of qualification testing, including environmental and EMC. Experience managing work packages and delivering to deadlines. Desirable Skills Background in defence or aerospace sectors. Experience in requirements management and design validation tools. Leadership or mentoring capability within engineering teams. Working Pattern Monday Friday, hybrid (50% onsite). Limited UK travel.

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs. We have extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle phases from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning. This commitment is delivered by an experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees operating from 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality. Role: As part of our continued growth in OT Cyber Security, we are looking for an experienced, committed and enthusiastic Principal OT Cyber Security Engineer to join our Automation team. The Principal OT Cyber Security Engineer will: Lead OT cyber security project lifecycle activities to deliver secure by design Industrial Automation and Control Systems Be responsible for developing and supporting the growth of our OT cyber security consultancy services Manage continuous improvement of Bilfinger UK's OT Cyber Security Management System (CSMS) The Principal OT Cyber Security Engineer will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of cyber security projects (technical, quality, time and cost elements). The ideal candidate will demonstrate a growth mindset, bring innovative and bleeding edge solutions to address complex challenges and have the ability to develop new ideas, processes and systems in an evolving OT cyber security landscape. Key Activities: Working co-operatively with the OT Cyber Security Manager, Technical Managers, Project Managers and engineering teams across a variety of Automation projects you will: Lead OT cyber security project lifecycle activities to deliver secure by design IACS: Facilitate and conduct ISA-62443-3-2 based cyber security risk assessments to define risk based OT cyber security requirements Create defence in depth, segmented system architectures Develop secure by design IACS to meet client requirements including documenting OT cyber security requirements and specifications Implement OT cyber security controls and countermeasures including: Hardening of BIOS/UEFI, virtual environments and operating systems to recognised industry standards, guidelines and best practices Network security including segmentation and boundary protection through managed switches, firewalls and remote access solutions e.g. Stratix, Fortinet etc. Cyber security applications for industrial control system environments: Host Intrusion Detection (HIDS) Malware detection and protection i.e. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Network Intrusion Detection (IDS) Network monitoring Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Support Project Managers with the planning and execution of OT cyber security aspects of projects to ensure they meet the time, cost and quality required by our clients Responsible for developing and supporting the growth of our OT cyber security consultancy services by: Evaluating new OT cyber security consultancy offerings and establishing our approach Conducting OT cyber security gap assessments of procedural and technological controls against relevant frameworks and standards e.g. National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), ISA / IEC 62443 suite, OG86 etc. Carrying out a wide variety of site and desktop based vulnerability assessments on clients brown field IACS Support clients in the creation and development of their own CSMS artefacts including policies, procedures, guidelines, specification and work instructions etc. Manage continuous improvement of Bilfinger UK's OT Cyber Security Management System Support further development of cyber security documentation including policies, procedures and specifications Grow out OT cyber security partner ecosystem Ensure policies, procedures and specifications are being followed on projects by providing OT cyber security technical supervision and quality assurance through project surveillance e.g. design review, informal audits etc. Promote and maintain high level of security hygiene within Bilfinger UK Automation department Promote and facilitate OT cyber security knowledge sharing and learning from experience through, for example, internal training, lunch and learns, standardisation, best practices etc. Attend and represent Bilfinger UK at industry OT cyber security groups and events Contribute to the continuous professional development of the team by providing technical leadership and mentoring of junior engineers Support Business Development team on opportunities including at client meetings, presentations/demonstrations, solutions optioneering etc. Support Proposals team on technical solutions optioneering, bid production and technically reviewing bids Help develop and foster relationships and partnerships with control system OEM/vendor OT cyber security teams and OT cyber security solution providers Provide health and safety leadership by example Skills & Experience: At least 5 years of practical engineering experience in the application of OT cyber security to PLC, DCS, RTU, SCADA and HMI systems in at least one of Bilfinger UK's key sectors. Experience of the design, specification, implementation, testing and commissioning of security solutions, controls and countermeasures for OT/IACS environments. This should include: Hardening of BIOS/UEFI, virtual environments and operating systems to recognised industry standards, guidelines and best practices Network security including segmentation and boundary protection through managed switches, firewalls and remote access solutions e.g. Stratix, Fortinet etc. Cyber security applications for industrial control system environments: Host Intrusion Detection (HIDS) Malware detection and protection i.e. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Network Intrusion Detection (IDS) Network monitoring Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Practitioner of the ISA/IEC 62443 suite of standards, with particular focus on -2-1, 2-4, 3-2 and 3-3. Experience working in or for System Integrator, Operators of Essential Services (OES) or Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) organisations Broad technical knowledge of a variety of control system Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) e.g. AVEVA, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Schneider etc. Experience of industrial networking protocols e.g. CIP, DNP3, Modbus, PROFINET, IEC 61850, PRP, REP Experience of working within and supporting the continuous improvement of a Quality Management System (QMS) Qualifications: A degree or HND/HNC in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or other relevant engineering discipline Professionally registered engineer or working towards professional registration Relevant OT cyber security certification e.g.: ISA/IEC 62443 Cyber Security Expert Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional Certification (GISCP) If you wish to speak to a member of the recruitment team, please contact . 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Siemens Digital Industries Software (DISW) is driving transformation to enable a digital enterprise where engineering, manufacturing and electronics design meet tomorrow. Our solutions help companies of all sizes create and demonstrate digital twins that provide organisations with new insights, opportunities and levels of automation to drive innovation. Simulation and Test Solutions (STS) is a division of Siemens DISW, it is a world-class player in the field of Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), we develop engineering simulation software for the analysis of fluid flow and heat transfer. Using our software and consulting services, customers accelerate and optimise their designs by predicting the behaviour of proposed models before building physical prototypes. Our software products are used by mainstream design engineers, not just by analysis specialists, and are based around four lines of business: Thermo-fluid system design (used in Automotive, Aerospace, Power & Process industries) General purpose CAD-embedded CFD (used in a wide variety of fluid flow applications) Electronics Cooling Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) What to expect! STS has been offering engineering student placements for many years and has a great track record of giving students an excellent grounding in our technologies. The engineering work will involve using our products to analyse or build models of equipment and systems then, using the principles of fluid flow, heat transfer and CFD, you will use these models to verify and validate that the software is producing correct results. You will work with experienced Software Developers who will fix any deficiencies that you find in the software, and you will suggest improvements to the software to make it easier to use and to eliminate user error. Working as part of a team that meets daily, ensuring that help is always on hand when needed. Through the teamwork, you will learn about the Agile management methodologies that are employed in the development of our products and will gain a good understanding of a wide range of skills associated with Software Engineering. We offer 10 engineering intern positions over 2 locations namely Nottingham and Towcester. The roles range from pure CFD/CAE related testing roles to roles where you can develop your software programming skills! Simcenter Flomaster is a system simulation CFD software developed in Towcester, and you will be part of the Development/Quality Assurance teams. You will get the opportunity to develop your skills on software engineering by adding and improving features in Simcenter Flomaster. This role will encompass the task of writing tests for validation and verification using the automation provided by Microsoft Azure DevOps Server enabling faster development of quality software. While working primarily on Simcenter Flomaster, you may also get the chance to learn other engineering software that can be linked to Simcenter Flomaster, such as Simcenter FLOEFD, Simcenter Amesim, Simcenter 3D and MATLAB. Depending on the role, you will also get the opportunity to develop interesting CFD models demonstrating the capabilities of the software. You may also get opportunity to create Knowledge Base articles and product training material. The Simcenter Flotherm suite of products are developed in Nottingham, and you will be part of the Quality Assurance team responsible for testing the software. In these roles you will be working on different CFD products such as Simcenter Flotherm and Simcenter Flotherm XT. You may also work with other products like Simcenter Flomaster and Simcenter FLOEFD. You will learn how to apply CFD to solve real engineering issues by working alongside our domain experts. Some of the roles involve Test Automation, scripting, and running performance tests and you may also get involved in helping to create product training and marketing material. One of the positions offered in Nottingham is focussed on testing Electronic Design Automation Integration software. In this role you will develop PCB models using software such as Xpedition and HyperLynx for testing Simcenter Flotherm XT EDA Bridge. You will also develop your skills in using ECAD and MCAD while working with these software products. Students studying for a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or similar are preferred for this role. Requirements/Skills Students should be studying at a UK university for a degree in Engineering An interest in mathematical modelling and CFD are especially valued for the 9 CFD specific roles For Simcenter Flotherm roles the ability to use CAD or similar software is an advantage. For Simcenter Flomaster roles, an interest in programming and software development is required, and any programming experience is valued Good written and verbal communication skills The ability to work well and collaborate in a team, but also able to work independently when required Being on track for a First or 2:1 in your respective degree program All the roles require self-learning. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, have desire to learn new technologies, like problem solving and have ability to think analytically Note: Please provide a cover letter along with their CV for applying to this role. Candidates specifically interested in the Electronic Design Automation testing role should mention the same in the cover letter. **Should you be successful in being invited to interview - these will be taking place Mid Feb 2022** Feedback from previous interns RateMy Placement StudentIntern 1 Student Intern 2 StudentIntern 3 We are Siemens A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow! We offer a comprehensive reward package which includes a competitive basic salary, bonus scheme, generous holiday allowance, pension, private healthcare and actively support working from home. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Siemens Software. Where today meets tomorrow #LI-GE1 #LI-PLM Organization: Digital Industries Company: Siemens Industry Software Limited Experience Level: Student (Not Yet Graduated) Job Type: Full-time If you are a woman and cannot find jobs within engineering at Siemens that match your location or skill set why not join our talent community . While you're at it, why not set up job alerts to be notified of these fantastic opportunities when they become available!

Fulrum Engineering & Technical Divisions, are acting as an Employment Business on behalf of our Clients. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are currently recruiting for our Client, in the Ipswich, Woodbridge, Colchester areas, for personnel at all levels who are qualified/skilled/experienced as Mechanical Design Engineer Office-based in Colchester, Essex, you will work closely with our electronics, board layout and other mechanical and thermal engineers at all the different stages of board development, for both rugged and more benign environments. Our design team operates in a small company environment which means that most design are completed by an individual engineer. As a result, each engineer rapidly becomes involved with all aspects of the product design and development. Short design timescales are an important part of our development strategy, which also results in our engineers being involved in many different product designs quite quickly. Essential Skills / Experience: You must be a very practical, Âhands-on person, comfortable using a variety of hand and power tools. You will be a good problem-solver, with the ability to reason independently and reach good engineering solutions. You must be educated to HNC/HND or NVQ level 3 standard with industry experience of designing small or precision components, ideally for electronic product packaging or similar environments. You must be independent and a self-starter, able to plan and carry out your work with little supervision and with the ability to deliver effective results in short timescales. Familiarity with SolidWorks is essential. Desirable, but not Essential, Skills / Experience: An appreciation of change control procedures, e.g. ECO/ECN systems. A good understanding of tolerances and their effects in real-world production. Some awareness of thermal management techniques, especially in electronic product design. Previous involvement in environmental testing, e.g. shock, vibration or thermal tests. A background in product development for airborne or ground vehicle equipment. Benefits: Very competitive salary. Optional stakeholder pension scheme (with a generous company contribution). Life assurance. Private health insurance. Relocation allowance where appropriate. Mechanical Technician The Job: You will work closely with our other mechanical and thermal engineers, as well as with the electronics engineers, at all the different stages of product development. You will also be involved in the testing of new products and maintenance of existing designs. Essential Skills / Experience: Practical, hands-on skills, comfortable using a variety of hand and power tools. Educated to ONC standard with industry experience of designing small or precision components, ideally for electronic product packaging or similar environments. Independent, but willing to learn and able to take on new tasks. Familiar with SolidWorks. Desirable, but not Essential, Skills / Experience: An appreciation of change control procedures, e.g. ECO/ECN systems. An understanding of tolerances and their effects in real-world production. involvement in environmental testing, e.g. shock, vibration or thermal tests. A background in product development of electronic systems. Benefits: We offer a very competitive salary, with an optional stakeholder pension scheme (with company contribution). There are also optional life assurance and private health insurance schemes. Environmental Test Engineer The main focus of this role is the preparation of our products in representative test systems, performing the tests internally or attending them externally, and producing reports of the tests carried out. Currently, the environmental tests include shock & vibration, temperature and EMC, but could include others in the future, as the needs of the business change. Some of the testing will require travel to other locations off site and possibly overnight stays. Flexibility in working hours is also required, with early starts, late finishes and some weekend working required. The role typically but not exclusively involves the following: Preparation of a representative test system including determining a suitable chassis, back-plane, test fixtures and other connectivity to allow a representative set of the functionality to be exercised. Software will be required to achieve the latter and creation or modification of software test scripts would be expected Some problem diagnosis and problem solving resulting from the environmental tests would be expected. Responsibility for ensuring that the environmental tests are performed according to the specification required. Maintaining accurate and correct test records and test reports to a quality level acceptable for potential customer distribution. This shall include some product packs for ruggedised products.Mechanical Engineer Office-based in Colchester, Essex, you will work closely with our electronics, board layout and other mechanical and thermal engineers at all the different stages of board development, for both rugged and more benign environments. Our design team operates in a small company environment which means that most design are completed by an individual engineer. As a result, each engineer rapidly becomes involved with all aspects of the product design and development. Short design timescales are an important part of our development strategy, which also results in our engineers being involved in many different product designs quite quickly. Essential Skills / Experience: You must be a very practical, hands-on person, comfortable using a variety of hand and power tools. You will be a good problem-solver, with the ability to reason independently and reach good engineering solutions. You must be educated to HNC/HND or NVQ level 3 standard with industry experience of designing small or precision components, ideally for electronic product packaging or similar environments. You must be independent and a self-starter, able to plan and carry out your work with little supervision and with the ability to deliver effective results in short timescales. Familiarity with SolidWorks is essential. Desirable, but not Essential, Skills / Experience: An appreciation of change control procedures, e.g. ECO/ECN systems. A good understanding of tolerances and their effects in real-world production. Some awareness of thermal management techniques, especially in electronic product design. Previous involvement in environmental testing, e.g. shock, vibration or thermal tests. A background in product development for airborne or ground vehicle equipment. Benefits: Very competitive salary. Optional stakeholder pension scheme (with a generous company contribution). Life assurance. Private health insurance. Relocation allowance where appropriate. Engineering Technician The Job: You will work closely with our other mechanical and thermal engineers, as well as with the electronics engineers, at all the different stages of product development. You will also be involved in the testing of new products and maintenance of existing designs. Essential Skills / Experience: Practical, hands-on skills, comfortable using a variety of hand and power tool. Educated to ONC standard with industry experience of designing small or precision components, ideally for electronic product packaging or similar environments. Independent, but willing to learn and able to take on new tasks. Familiar with SolidWorks. Desirable, but not Essential, Skills / Experience: An appreciation of change control procedures, e.g. ECO/ECN systems. An understanding of tolerances and their effects in real-world production. Previous involvement in environmental testing, e.g. shock, vibration or thermal tests. A background in product development of electronic systems. Benefits: We offer a very competitive salary, with an optional stakeholder pension scheme (with company contribution). There are also optional life assurance and private health insurance schemes. Qualifications Candidates should have an engineering qualification to degree/HND/HNC level, be able to demonstrate practical experience of some functional or environmental testing of computer-based equipment, and have an electronic hardware bias. They are expected to be familiar with some or all of the following: Building and configuring computer systems from parts (e.g. motherboard, data storage, cooling, power supply). Understanding computer systems at a functional level. Installing and configuring Windows and Linux operating systems and drivers. Creating and amending software scripts. Understanding and meeting the requirements of military and commercial test specs for environmental testing. Performing vibration and shock tests using electro-dynamic shaker test equipment. Understanding the Design requirements for test fixtures required for mounting test items to the aforementioned equipment. Diagnosing and finding practical resolutions to technical problems. Familiarity with VME, VPX, CompactPCI or AMC single board computer systems would be an advantage. You will be part of a small team with a high level of responsibility for your own work, so you will need to have the ability to work to demanding timescales, and be able to maintain a high level of enthusiasm and commitment to the projects. The successful candidate should have an ability to organise and prioritise their own work, be methodical, well disciplined, have attention to detail and show good inter-personal skills. Benefits Competitive salary package. Company supported private pension scheme. Non-contributory private health insurance scheme Mechanical/Thermal Engineer The Job The Mechanical/Thermal Engineers provide key design inputs to the electronics hardware team, and are also very involved in the verification stages of product development, as well as providing on-going support to the design teams in all three countries and to the UK production team. Among the engineerÃÂs responsibilities are the following: Designing, developing and testing mechanical parts for our products and for fixtures and other items used in-house. Designing, developing and testing thermal solutions for both convection and conduction cooled products. Liaising with the hardware and PCB design engineers to agree optimal layout and construction of the boards. Simulating and analysing thermal performance of the products, and implementing any necessary corrections. Thermal and mechanical testing of new products and components. Developing and improving our mechanical and thermal design procedures and practises. Maintaining awareness of new technologies. Qualifications: Candidates should ideally be engineering graduates in a relevant discipline, but consideration will be given to those who have significant appropriate experience without this qualification. They must be able to demonstrate practical involvement in the design and development of electronic product packaging, and should be familiar with some or all of the following: SolidWorks for mechanical design. CFDesign or Flotherm for thermal analysis and design. Small component mechanical design, with particular regard to tolerancing. Designing thermal solutions for both convection cooled and conduction cooled electronic products. Analysis of thermal characteristics at component level, and at board level in excess of 60W. General production machining processes. In addition to technical skills, the candidate must be independent and self-motivated but also be able to interact with other engineers both locally and overseas. He or she will be a primary point of contact for thermal and mechanical issues so must be able to provide assured and accurate guidance to colleagues, during both the design and testing stages of product development. Benefits: Very competitive salary package with relocation allowance where appropriate. Company-supported private pension scheme. Non-contributory private medical and health insurance schemes. Software Engineer The Job: Design, develop and test new embedded software. Work on BSP for cutting edge Intel/ARM processor based board. Analyze requirements and develop design alternatives. Work with hardware engineers during concept and proving phase. Work on challenging customer issues which get escalated to engineering team. Provide input and evaluation of new technologies and products. Develop test software and procedures Keep current with embedded software trends and share knowledge. Working in a small company environment, projects are usually small and of short duration, and in most cases the bulk of the work is done by one individual. The hardware and software platforms vary, but most of the devices used are complex and a good appreciation of the hardware is a pre-requisite for this role. Qualifications: Degree or equivalent within an engineering related discipline and experience with all of the following: Real-time embedded C VxWorks or Linux BSP and device driver development, preferably on Intel x86 architecture. Experienced in producing detailed technical documents and be able to provide examples Experience with any of the following would be desirable: Windows device driver development, preferably on Intel x86 architecture. Hands-on knowledge with PCI, VME and SRIO fabric. The ability to communicate effectively with others within the company at an engineering level is an important additional attribute. Working in a small company environment, projects are usually small and of short duration, and in most cases the bulk of the work is done by one individual. The hardware and software platforms vary, but most of the devices used are complex and a good appreciation of the hardware is a pre-requisite for this role. Benefits: Very competitive salary package, with generous relocation allowance where appropriate. Company-supported private pension scheme. Non-contributory private health insurance scheme. Please email your CV in Word Format, with your notice period, salary requirements etc For more information on this position, please email your CV in Word, quoting job title, your name in the subject box of the email. Please note that if you have not been contacted within 14 days, your application for this position has been unsuccessful on this occasion. However you may still be considered for other positions in the future. Fulcrum, are only able to process applications from candidates who are currently resident and eligible to work in the UK and works successfully with an extensive list of local businesses, providing an honest, ethical and professional service to both candidates and clients