Electronics and Embedded Software Engineer

⚡ Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer 📍 Location: Cambridge area 💼 Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time We are recruiting for an innovative UK engineering and technology business looking to strengthen its R&D team with an experienced Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer . This is a hands-on position combining electronics, embedded software, PCB design and motor control , offering the opportunity to work across the complete product lifecycle — from initial concept and development through to testing, deployment and ongoing improvement. You'll work closely with senior engineering colleagues on both existing technology and the development of new products. 🔧💡 🛠️ The Role Key responsibilities will include:

• 🔌 Designing schematics and PCB layouts for electronic assemblies
• 💻 Designing, developing and testing embedded software
• 🚀 Developing new products and improving existing systems
• 👨 💻 Programming primarily in C/C++
• ⚙️ Working with embedded electronic and control systems
• 🔄 Supporting motor control and motor drive development
• 📋 Producing BOMs and supporting component selection, sourcing and procurement
• 🤝 Working closely with mechanical, design and wider engineering teams
• 📝 Creating and maintaining technical and design documentation
• 🧪 Testing, diagnosing and fault-finding electronic systems
• ⚠️ Carrying out safety and risk assessments
• 💡 Translating technical and commercial requirements into practical electronic solutions 🎯 What We're Looking For We are looking for someone with:
• 🎓 5+ years' experience within electronics, embedded systems or a closely related engineering role
• 🎓 Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems or a related technical discipline
• 💻 Strong C/C++ programming experience
• 🔧 Experience with embedded software and electronics development
• 🖥️ Experience using EDA/PCB design packages such as Altium Designer, Cadence or OrCAD
• 🔌 Experience with schematic capture, PCB layout and electronic simulation
• ⚙️ Motor drive experience – essential
• 🔄 Brushless DC motor experience would be particularly advantageous
• 📡 Experience with wireless technologies such as Bluetooth and GNSS
• 🧠 Experience designing and maintaining embedded control systems
• 🧪 Strong hands-on ability with oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, data loggers/analysers and other electronic test equipment
• 📐 Ability to read circuit diagrams, PCB schematics and technical drawings
• 🛠️ Strong electronic fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• 🤝 Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team 🚀 The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-moving, innovative engineering environment where you can take genuine ownership of technical challenges and contribute directly to the development of exciting physical products. If you're an experienced Electronics / Embedded Software Engineer looking for a position where you can work across hardware, software, PCB design and motor control 📩 Apply now or get in touch for further information.