Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer

Elastic Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elastic Ltd in Cambridge, UK is seeking an Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer to join our R&D team. This hands-on role covers electronics, embedded software, PCB design and motor control across the full product lifecycle from concept to testing and deployment.

You will collaborate with senior engineers on existing technologies and the development of new products, translating requirements into practical electronic solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electronics or embedded systems.
• Degree in Electronics, Electrical, Embedded Systems, or a related field.
• Experience with embedded software and hardware development.
• Experience with Altium Designer, Cadence or OrCAD for PCB design.

Responsibilities

• Design schematics and PCB layouts for electronic assemblies.
• Develop and test embedded software components.
• Work on new products and improve existing systems.
• Support motor control and drive development.
• Create and maintain design documentation and BOMs.

Skills

Electronics

Embedded software

PCB design

Motor control

Schematic design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

Cadence

OrCAD

Job description

Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer

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
• 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

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
• 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
• 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, we’d love to hear from you.