Electronics and Embedded Software Engineer

We are working with a UK-based manufacturer of safety‑critical electronic products used in industrial and hazardous environments worldwide. Their devices are built for reliability in demanding, regulated settings, and engineered from concept through to long‑term production and support.

• There is no visa sponsorship available for this role, and a UK driving licence is required.

This is a hands‑on electronics and embedded software role focused on developing safety‑critical products from early design through to production.

The role combines analogue and digital electronics design with embedded firmware development on Microchip PIC microcontrollers, working closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, real‑world solutions.

• Commercial experience as an electronics design engineer in a product or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analogue and digital circuit design experience, including AC and DC circuits.
• Hands‑on experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Altium.
• Strong embedded C experience developing firmware for Microchip PIC 8‑bit and 16‑bit microcontrollers.
• Practical experience using Microchip development tools and embedded IDEs.
• Understanding of design for manufacturability and long‑term reliability.
• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline.

• Experience working on safety‑critical or regulated products.
• Exposure to intrinsically safe or hazardous‑area design.
• Experience supporting products through certification and production.

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