<h3 data-start="66" data-end="94">Control Systems Engineer</h3>
12-24 month contract (outside IR35)
We are looking for a Control Systems Engineer with proven experience in diesel / internal combustion engines to join our team, based on site in Peterborough five days per week.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li data-start="337" data-end="407">
Design, develop, calibrate, and integrate engine control systems
</li>
<li data-start="408" data-end="467">
Contribute to FMEAs and system-level risk assessments
</li>
<li data-start="468" data-end="522">
Plan, develop, and execute validation activities
</li>
<li data-start="523" data-end="595">
Integrate control systems with engine hardware, sensors, and actuators
</li>
<li data-start="596" data-end="703">
Support calibration, testing, and troubleshooting using HIL, dynamometer, and field test environments
</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
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<li data-start="723" data-end="782">
Hands-on experience with diesel / ICE control systems
</li>
<li data-start="783" data-end="833">
Willingness to be site-based 5 days per week
</li>
</ul>

Control Systems Engineer

Laser Development Engineer | Southampton | Full Time
We are looking for a Laser Development Engineer to drive the optical development of next-generation fibre laser products. This hands-on role covers the full product development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to verification, validation, and manufacturing transfer.
You will work within a multi-disciplinary team and play a key role in delivering innovative laser solutions to market.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Develop fibre lasers, prototypes, and evaluation systems in collaboration with technology and manufacturing teams</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Support verification, validation, and failure investigations for new products</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Create and maintain project documentation and support manufacturing transfers</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Report project progress to the development team</li>
</ul>
Required Experience:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">3&ndash;5 years&rsquo; experience in laser technology/product development</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Hands-on experience in optical labs and a practical understanding of laser physics and components</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Experience working in cross-functional teams delivering NPI into manufacturing</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">PhD in lasers or fibre optics preferred, or</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Bachelor&rsquo;s/Master&rsquo;s degree in a laser engineering-related field with relevant industrial experience</li>
</ul>
Personal Attributes:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Hands-on and creative with a strong problem-solving mindset</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Self-starter with drive, initiative, and focus</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Able to work methodically across multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Laser Development Engineer

Product Change Mechanical Engineer |&nbsp; Southampton | Permanent
&nbsp;We are seeking a Product Change Mechanical Engineer to provide mechanical and opto-mechanical design support for a portfolio of advanced laser and high-tech products. This role focuses on engineering changes, production support, and design improvements, working closely with operations, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Manage and execute engineering changes including obsolescence, supplier updates, and quality-driven modifications</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Support production and operations as the primary contact for released products</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Maintain and control BOMs, drawings, and specifications in line with engineering changes</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Apply 3D CAD (SolidWorks) to modify designs and create detailed drawings</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Support design improvements using FEA, thermal analysis, or fluid dynamics (beneficial)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Requirements:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Experience in mechanical design for assembly, manufacture, and reliability</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Material selection and tolerance definition for sheet metal and machined parts</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Experience working with external suppliers to implement design changes</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Degree or Master&rsquo;s in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent apprenticeship</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">3D CAD experience, ideally SolidWorks</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Preferred:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">6+ years supporting complex engineered products throughout the lifecycle</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Electro-mechanical design experience, including PCB, cabling, and thermal management</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Familiarity with fibre optics, lasers, or high-tech industrial products</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Experience with DDM/PLM systems for change control</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Personal Attributes:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Confident, proactive, and adaptable in a dynamic environment</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Strong team player with excellent communication and organisational skills</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Comfortable working within multi-disciplinary teams</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Mechanical Design Enginer

Power Electronics Engineer |&nbsp; Southampton | Permanent
We are seeking a Power Electronics Engineer to join a fast-moving R&amp;D team developing advanced fiber laser products. You will work across the full engineering lifecycle, from design and prototyping to verification and validation, contributing to the creation of robust, safe, and compliant power electronics solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Design and develop DC/DC power supplies, analog circuits, and low-frequency laser diode drivers (&lt;250kHz)</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Ensure product safety and compliance across new developments</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Define and support verification and validation of power electronics</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Support manufacturing with technical issues and product transfers</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Maintain project documentation, including test plans and processes</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">2&ndash;3 years&rsquo; experience in power electronics design and development in a high-tech manufacturing environment</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Experience with switch-mode power supplies, analog circuit design, and PCB layout (Altium Designer or similar)</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Knowledge of EMC design and standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 61010, IEC 60825 is a plus</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Degree or Master&rsquo;s in Electronic Engineering</li>
</ul>
Personal Attributes:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Hands-on, creative problem solver with a proactive approach</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Adaptable, customer-focused, and able to work in a dynamic environment</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Power Electronics Engineer

Project Manager &ndash; R&amp;D (New Product Introduction)
Department: Research &amp; Development Reporting to: Head of Project Management
About the Role An innovative, high-tech engineering organisation based in Southampton is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of next-generation fibre laser products.&nbsp;
This role is critical to driving New Product Introduction (NPI) projects through the full product development lifecycle, ensuring alignment across product development, marketing, and operations.
You will act as the central point of coordination, providing structure, visibility, and control across complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced R&amp;D and manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle for NPI projects in collaboration with technical and product leaders &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Coordinate cross-functional planning, tracking, and cost management &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Provide clear project governance, ownership, deliverables, and status reporting &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Act as the primary project contact, delivering accurate and timely updates to stakeholders &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Report NPI progress against agreed KPIs to senior management &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Manage project budgets, cost tracking, and financial analysis &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lead project scheduling, work package definition, and delivery planning &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Use digital tools for task management and progress tracking &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Own and maintain Configuration Management (CM) plans, policies, and procedures &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Control configuration items including requirements, designs, firmware, drawings, BOMs, and documentation
Required Experience &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Minimum 3 years&rsquo; experience in project management within a high-tech development or manufacturing environment &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Proven delivery of large-scale, complex NPI projects into lean manufacturing operations &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams
Skills &amp; Qualifications &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;STEM degree preferred (not essential) &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong awareness of project management methodologies and tools &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience with Microsoft Project and Jira strongly preferred &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Demonstrated ability to apply flexible and innovative project management approaches &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience developing and executing NPI processes to high standards
Personal Attributes &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong leadership and influencing skills without direct line management authority &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organisation &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Confident working with complex technical and operational challenges &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Calm under pressure with the ability to adapt in a fast-moving environment &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage workload independently &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Recognised problem-solver with a practical, solution-focused mindset
&nbsp;

Project Manager

<h3 data-start="80" data-end="112">Control Development Engineer</h3>
12-24 month contract (Outside IR35)
We are seeking a Control Development Engineer with strong experience in diesel / internal combustion engines to join the on-site engineering team in Peterborough (5 days per week).
Key Responsibilities:
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<li data-start="334" data-end="426">
Develop, maintain, and debug engine control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow
</li>
<li data-start="427" data-end="492">
Perform MIL / SIL / HIL validation and static code analysis
</li>
<li data-start="493" data-end="580">
Support auto code generation in line with embedded software development processes
</li>
<li data-start="581" data-end="679">
Work with AUTOSAR architecture, including software component configuration and related tools
</li>
<li data-start="680" data-end="737">
Interface with vehicle networks such as CAN and LIN
</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
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<li data-start="757" data-end="821">
Proven experience with diesel / ICE engine control systems
</li>
<li data-start="822" data-end="876">
Strong background in model-based control development
</li>
<li data-start="877" data-end="933">
Willingness to be fully site-based in Peterborough
</li>
</ul>

Control Development Engineer

Project Manager &ndash; Advanced Propulsion Oxford, with occasional travel &pound;Competitive + Good Benefits Package
Join an ambitious propulsion business designing next-generation microturbine engines for jet applications.&nbsp;
Our scalable engines leverage additive manufacturing, complex geometries, and proprietary high-temperature nickel superalloys to deliver step-change performance with reduced part counts and UK-based production scalability.
We&rsquo;re looking for a driven Project or Programme Manager to coordinate planning, execution, and delivery across development and production programmes. Reporting to senior engineering and commercial leadership, you&rsquo;ll manage schedules, risks, budgets, and interdependencies&mdash;keeping high-uncertainty, fast-paced programmes on track.
What you&rsquo;ll do
<ul>
<li>Lead integrated programme planning across technical and operational workstreams</li>
<li>Manage risk, cost, schedule, and resource allocation</li>
<li>Drive milestone tracking, reporting, and action-focused reviews</li>
<li>Facilitate clear communication across engineering, commercial, and external stakeholders</li>
<li>Support contract and supplier management</li>
<li>Maintain robust documentation (risk registers, plans, decision logs)</li>
</ul>
What you&rsquo;ll bring
<ul>
<li>2&ndash;5 years&rsquo; industrial experience, including programme/project management in a technical environment</li>
<li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills</li>
<li>High EQ, organised, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity</li>
<li>Experience using project management tools (Gantt charts, risk registers, trackers)</li>
</ul>
Desirable
<ul>
<li>Engineering or physical sciences background</li>
<li>Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or advanced technology</li>
<li>Familiarity with stage-gate processes, DVP, TRR</li>
<li>Awareness of ISO9001, APQP, ITAR/EAR</li>
</ul>
If you thrive in agile, high-performance engineering environments and want to help scale breakthrough propulsion technology, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.

Junior Production Machinist &ndash; Permanent | Competitive Salary |Shift Pattern 6am-2pm | 2pm-10pm on rotation
We are looking to recruit a Junior Production Machinist to join our growing team, working alongside our experienced machinist. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their machining skills in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li data-start="470" data-end="546">
Support production activities under the guidance of our senior machinist
</li>
<li data-start="547" data-end="614">
Operate manual lathes and assist with basic machining tasks
</li>
<li data-start="615" data-end="682">
Use hand tools and cutting equipment safely and efficiently
</li>
<li data-start="683" data-end="733">
Assist in setting up and maintaining machinery
</li>
<li data-start="734" data-end="792">
Follow drawings, specifications, and safety procedures
</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
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<li data-start="824" data-end="885">
Some experience or training in manual lathe operation
</li>
<li data-start="886" data-end="940">
Knowledge of hand tools and cutting techniques
</li>
<li data-start="941" data-end="998">
Flexible, reliable, and eager to learn new skills
</li>
<li data-start="999" data-end="1071">
Strong attention to detail and commitment to health &amp; safety
</li>
</ul>
This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in machining and production.

Control Systems Engineer