Radio Engineer

Radio Engineer | Two-Way Radio Communications | Middlesbrough

A well-established radio communications business with 30 employees is hiring a Radio Engineer to replace a colleague who has moved on. The team delivers UK-wide projects in critical environments such as wind farms, power stations and security infrastructure. This is a hands-on, field-based permanent role, mostly local to Middlesbrough, with overnight travel once or twice a month (typically 3 to 4 days at a time).

Two-way radio experience is not essential we are keen to hear from individuals with transferable engineering skills from wireless, telecoms, or fibre optic backgrounds, as full training will be provided.

What's in it for you?

• Step into an established seat with full on-the-job training, manufacturer-led courses and hands-on mentoring from a senior engineer during onboarding
• Real variety: installs, programming, fault finding and customer site visits across some of the UK's most critical infrastructure
• Small team of 30 where your work is visible and your input counts
• Work with market-leading Motorola and Hytera platforms, with exposure to IT and networking environments
• Company van, all expenses covered, pension scheme, annual leave allowance and long-term job security in a growing business

Responsibilities

• Install, program, and maintain radio systems (training provided on specific platforms)
• Carry out vehicle-based equipment and wiring installations
• Fault find, diagnose, and run maintenance visits at customer sites
• Support and maintain communications infrastructure equipment
• Work closely with customers on-site to resolve technical issues
• Assist with system upgrades and network improvements

Skills Required

• Field-based engineering or technical installation experience (Wireless, Fibre, Telecoms, RF, or Radio)
• Hands-on installation and maintenance experience (e.g., vehicle cabling, hardware mounting, field testing)
• Strong problem-solving ability and willingness to learn new communications technology

Strong Differentiators

• Experience with radio systems (Motorola, Hytera, MOTOTRBO, CAP, MAX, or Tier 3)
• Background in wireless networking, IP networking, or fibre infrastructure
• IPAF, PASMA, or Safety Passport qualifications
• Clean UK driving license

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