Embedded Systems Engineer

Hireful Ltd; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing UK-based product & engineering company is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to develop solutions for global clean water issues. The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and strong skills in embedded C/C++. The position is hybrid, with a salary range of £45K – £50K, and offers opportunities to innovate within a senior engineering team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems or related field.
• Strong foundation in embedded C/C++, microcontroller programming.
• Experience with common microcontroller platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded firmware and software.
• Collaborate with teams to define product requirements.
• Integrate hardware and software components.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Microcontroller programming

Python scripting

Real-time firmware concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or related field

Tools

Microcontroller platforms (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, ESP32)

Job description

Embedded Systems Engineer

Growing UK‑based product & engineering company, whose products address global water shortages & clean water issues, is seeking another Embedded Systems Engineer to support their existing & future product innovation development.

As part of a senior engineering team, you will apply your design, product & systems engineering experience to real‑world challenges, contributing to cutting‑edge solutions in the clean‑water sector.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded firmware and software for microcontroller platforms.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define product requirements and technical specifications.
• Integrate hardware and software components, ensuring reliability and performance in demanding environments.
• Use version control, documentation, and structured testing to maintain code quality and traceability.
• Develop Python scripts or tools for debugging, automation, or test harnesses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in embedded C/C++, microcontroller programming, and real‑time firmware concepts.
• Hands‑on experience with common microcontroller platforms (e.g., ARM Cortex‑M, ESP32, AVR, SAMD).
• Understanding of electronics fundamentals: digital logic, analogue basics, signal conditioning, PWM, electro‑mechanical control, and safety considerations.
• Organised approach to code versioning, documentation, and structured testing.
• Experience writing Python scripts or tools for debugging, automation, or test harnesses (desirable).

Salary & Location

Location: Basildon, Essex. We operate a hybrid work pattern – 2 or 3 days per week in office, rest work from home. Good commutes from Southend‑on‑Sea, Grays, Chelmsford, or direct trains from London; Fenchurch Street or Stratford.

Salary: £45K – £50K Basic + Benefits package.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing