Embedded Software/Electronics Design Engineer

WA Consultants Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering company in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Embedded Software/Electronics Design Engineer to lead and deliver embedded firmware and electronic hardware design projects. This role offers flexible hybrid working, a generous pension, and opportunities for real career progression within a collaborative team. Candidates should have strong skills in Embedded C/C++, electronic circuit design, and PCB layout (Altium preferred).

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Generous pension

Excellent work-life balance

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in embedded firmware and electronic hardware design projects.
• Hands-on experience in developing schematics and PCB layouts.

Responsibilities

• Lead embedded firmware and electronic hardware design projects.
• Contribute to new product direction and technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and on-site manufacturing.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ for real-time systems

Electronic circuit design – analogue, digital, or mixed-signal

PCB layout and design tools (Altium preferred)

Ownership and directing technical decisions

Collaboration and passion for innovation

Tools

Altium

Job description

Embedded Software/Electronics Design Engineer

Job Reference: 051sb

Job Location: United Kingdom, Sheffield

Job Type: Permanent

Posted 2 days ago

Embedded Firmware / Electronic Design Engineer

Sheffield | Hybrid (4 days on-site, 1 day WFH)

Full-Time | Flexible Hours

Bonus + Generous Pension + Excellent Work-Life Balance

Join a Legacy – Shape the Future

Now is the time to join a well established Sheffield-based company with a strong heritage, excellent financial stability, and a bright, innovation-driven future, as they expand their product range and invest heavily in New Product Development (NPD). The company are looking for an experienced and motivated Embedded Firmware/Electronic Design Engineer to join their tight-knit, collaborative team.

This is more than just a technical role as their Senior Engineer you will be able to steer and shape the future of their products. Your ideas and voice will be heard and valued. With manufacturing on-site and the entire product lifecycle under one roof, you’ll have real influence and see your designs come to life.

Why Join?

• Financially robust company with a long-standing history and future-focused strategy
• Be part of a small, agile, and passionate team where your contributions truly matter
• Full lifecycle involvement — from concept through to manufacture
• Flexibility that supports your life: 4 days on-site, 1 day remote
• Bonus scheme and generous pension package
• Real career progression as the business grows

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and delivering embedded firmware and electronic hardware design projects
• Contributing to the direction of new products and technologies
• Designing, developing, and testing embedded systems using Embedded C/C++
• Creating robust analogue, digital, and mixed-signal electronic designs
• Developing schematics and PCB layouts using Altium (or similar)
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and on-site manufacturing throughout the development process

Skills

• Proven experience with Embedded C/C++ for real-time systems
• Strong background in electronic circuit design – analogue, digital, or mixed-signal
• Hands-on experience with PCB layout and design tools (Altium preferred)
• A self-starter who is comfortable taking ownership and directing technical decisions
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about innovation

If you’re looking for a role where your expertise can make a real impact and where your voice is not just heard but actively sought, this is the opportunity for you. Please don’t feel you have to tick every box if you feel this is the role for you lets discuss!!!

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