Embedded Systems Engineer

Role: Embedded Systems Engineer



Location: Glasgow



Role Summary



You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers on a wide range of projects - from medical devices to consumer electronics. You'll encounter market-specific problems you never knew existed, and develop pragmatic, elegant solutions to solve them.



This role suits an adaptable all-rounder with strong electronics hardware design background and a good grasp of embedded software development. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy variety, and value autonomy over being pigeonholed, this might be the role for you.Key Responsibilities



Your core responsibilities:



Prototype and test early-stage concepts to solve real-world problems

Plan, design, and build bespoke electronics hardware

Program and test embedded systems

Manage a selection of projects in parallel



Role requirements:



Degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)

5-10 years relevant industry experience

UK work authorisation

Solid understanding of Electronics/Electrical Engineering theory

Experience in mixed-signal hardware design (part selection, schematic capture, PCB layout & board bring-up)*

Proficiency in Embedded C and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)

Confident with embedded software debugging using standard tools

Familiarity with common communications protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, UDP/TCP)

Strong attention to detail and an awareness of the impact of design decisions

Enthusiasm for technology, innovation, and product development

Patience and persistence when things don't go to plan



*As this being a design-focused role, applicants will be required to show a portfolio of their past design and development work.



Bonus points if you have:



Previous experience taking a project from concept to production (DfM/DfT)

Medical, RF, or High-speed hardware design experience

Hands-on skills (soldering, rework/reflow, test rig development)



Benefits



Hybrid working

Flexible working hours

30 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)



How to apply?



Please send a CV to



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