Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer

Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Cambridge Area
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We are recruiting for an experienced Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer to join an innovative engineering and technology business based in the Cambridge area.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing R&D team, working on the design, development and improvement of electronic products and embedded control systems.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in electronics design, embedded software development, PCB design and motor control, with the opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle from initial concept through to testing and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic circuits, schematics and PCB layouts.

• Develop, test and maintain embedded software using C/C++.

• Support the design and development of motor control and motor drive systems.

• Develop new electronic products and improve existing designs.

• Produce bills of materials (BOMs) and support component selection and sourcing.

• Undertake electronic testing, debugging and fault-finding.

• Work closely with mechanical, software and wider engineering teams.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation and design specifications.

• Support product development from initial concept through to testing and deployment.

• Ensure designs meet relevant safety, quality and performance requirements.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years' experience in electronics engineering, embedded systems or a similar discipline.

• Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related subject.

• Strong embedded programming experience using C/C++.

• Experience in electronic circuit design, schematic capture and PCB layout.

• Proficiency with PCB design software such as Altium Designer, Cadence or OrCAD.

• Motor drive / motor control experience is essential.

• Experience with brushless DC (BLDC) motors would be highly advantageous.

• Experience developing embedded control systems.

• Knowledge of wireless technologies, including Bluetooth and GNSS.

• Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters and electronic test equipment.

• Strong electronic fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to interpret circuit diagrams, schematics and technical documentation.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent position within an innovative UK engineering business.

• Opportunity to work on technically challenging electronic products.

• Involvement in the complete hardware and software development lifecycle.

• Collaborative R&D environment with experienced engineering professionals.

• Opportunity to contribute directly to new product development and ongoing innovation.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Electronics Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer or Electronics Design Engineer with strong C/C++ programming, PCB design and motor control experience, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration or contact us for further information.