Embedded Firmware Engineer

ZENOVO LTD; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer specializing in machine control and industrial automation. The role involves developing and supporting embedded software for complex control systems while offering opportunities for international travel. Candidates should hold a degree in a relevant field and possess experience in industrial automation and PLC programming. This position promises a dynamic work environment and the chance to contribute to exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with machine control and industrial automation.
• Willingness to travel for overseas site work.
• Knowledge of PLC-based control platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support embedded software for machine control systems.
• Commission industrial automation and control systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for troubleshooting and optimization.

Skills

Machine control

Industrial automation

Embedded software development

PLC programming

Education

Degree in Embedded Systems or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Embedded Firmware Engineer
Salary: Up to £40k (depending on experience)
Location: Sheffield Based (international travel opportunities)

We're looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer with experience in machine control and industrial automation to join our engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a technically focused engineering team working on challenging, real-world industrial systems. You'll gain exposure to international projects, develop both embedded and automation skills, and play a key role in delivering complex solutions.

The Role:

• Work on the development, commissioning, and support of embedded and automation-based systems.
• Mix of office-based engineering and overseas site work, so willingness to travel is essential.
• Develop and support embedded software for machine control systems
• Programming and commissioning industrial automation and control systems
• Working with PLC-based control platforms
• Supporting installation, testing, and commissioning activities on customer sites
• Collaborating closely with mechanical, electrical, and project engineering teams
• Troubleshooting, fault-finding, and optimising deployed systems
• Contributing to documentation, testing procedures, and technical handover materials

About You

• Degree in Embedded So...