At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and test embedded software and hardware for innovative products.
- Company: Join a dynamic engineering team in Rugeley, Staffordshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Ideal for tech enthusiasts who thrive in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting projects from concept to production and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in embedded engineering, strong C/C++ skills, and PCB design experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
- Embedded Software / Hardware Engineer
- Location: Rugeley, Staffordshire
- Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
- Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
You will work across new product development, product upgrades, PCB design, embedded programming, prototyping and testing, working closely with experienced engineers across the business.
The role is ideal for someone who enjoys a hands-on, multi-skilled engineering environment and wants to see projects develop from concept through to production.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop embedded software using C/C++ for 8-bit and 32-bit microcontrollers, including PIC32, STM32, Raspberry Pi Pico and ATMega.
- Port and adapt legacy microcontroller code to modern platforms where required.
- Design analogue and digital electronics, including processor interfaces, I/O, peripherals, interrupts and power requirements.
- Select components and carry out simulation, analysis and design validation.
- Design and develop PCBs using Altium or Ki Cad, from schematic through to layout.
- Prototype, assemble, solder, debug and test electronic circuits and PCBs, including SMD components.
- Develop and upgrade existing products, working closely with Senior Engineers, Management and Field Engineers.
- Develop test equipment and production test rigs to support manufacturing.
- Ensure designs meet required quality, cost and project timescales.
- Produce technical documentation covering design specifications, test results and project progress.
Skills & Experience
- 5+ years' experience in a similar Embedded Software / Hardware Engineering role.
- BSc/BEng in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Strong C/C++ embedded software development experience.
- Experience with PIC32, STM32, Raspberry Pi Pico and/or ATMega microcontrollers.
- Strong knowledge of analogue and digital electronics and component-level fault finding.
- PCB design experience using Altium or Ki Cad.
- Knowledge of CAN, I2C, SPI, RS485 and BLE communication protocols.
- Practical PCB assembly and SMD hand-soldering skills.
- Confident using electronic test equipment and troubleshooting hardware/software.
- Good IT/ICT skills; relevant CLE/CESE certification would be advantageous.
We are looking for someone who is technically curious, hands-on and highly analytical, with excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
You will be organised, able to manage your own workload, comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and confident communicating technical information.
Most importantly, you will have a genuine passion for technology, a positive attitude and a desire to develop your career.
Note: Hollyfield Personnel will contact successful candidates.
If you do not hear from us within 5-7 working days, consider your application unsuccessful.
By applying, you give permission for Hollyfield Personnel to contact you and retain your details.
Embedded Software / Hardware Engineer in Rugeley employer: Hollyfield Personnel
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