Embedded Systems Engineer

Rentokil Initial Careers; Waterlooville; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Hybrid working

Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme

23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in service benefit

Healthcare

Free parking

Job summary

Rentokil Initial is seeking an experienced Embedded Systems Engineer based near Waterlooville, Hampshire. You will lead hardware development, drive product optimization, and sustain engineering across global markets, bridging NPD and PLM processes.

Responsibilities include hardware and firmware governance, lifecycle management, and cross-functional leadership with QA, Supply Chain, IT, and Marketing to deliver robust, compliant electronics products.

Qualifications

• BSc or BEng (Hons) in Electronics Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Senior-level experience across the full product development lifecycle in a multinational environment.
• Strong hardware development, testing and risk mitigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware optimization and sustaining engineering for existing electronic products.
• Lead cross-functional product change and cost-optimization initiatives with Supply Chain, QA, IT, and Marketing.
• Oversee technical release management, product approvals, variant documentation, ECN processes.
• Document and oversee firmware/software modifications across connected devices.
• Partner with validation teams to ensure regulatory compliance across markets.
• Coordinate with external electronics suppliers, contract manufacturers, and assembly partners.

Skills

Analytical testing methods

Education

BSc/BEng in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

PCBA

JavaScript

Job description

Role Summary

Rentokil Initial is hiring an Embedded Systems Engineer to lead hardware development, product optimization, and sustaining engineering across global markets (80+ countries). Based in Waterlooville, Hampshire, this role bridges new product development (NPD) and product lifecycle management (PLM), driving continuous improvement, quality assurance, and design modifications for multi-component electronic devices.

Core Responsibilities & Objectives

• Hardware Optimization & Sustaining Engineering: Conduct root cause analysis and execute design modifications, hardware upgrades, and performance enhancements for existing electronic products.
• Engineering Project Leadership: Lead cross‑functional product change and cost‑optimization initiatives alongside Supply Chain, Quality Assurance (QA), IT, and Marketing teams.
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): Oversee technical release management, product approval processes, product variant documentation, and Engineering Change Notes (ECN).
• Firmware & Software Governance: Document, control, and oversee processes for firmware and software modifications across connected devices.
• Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance: Partner with validation teams to resolve quality issues, ensuring products comply with international and regional regulatory standards.
• Supplier & Manufacturing Collaboration: Technical liaison with external electronics suppliers, contract manufacturers, and assembly partners.

Requirements:

Technical Competencies & Tools

• PCB Design Software: Proficient in Altium Designer (Schematic capture, PCB layout).
• Electronics Manufacturing: Direct experience with PCB assembly (PCBA), hardware testing, and multi-component assembled devices.
• Analytical Testing: Methodological approach to electronics development utilizing technical models, test data generation, and risk mitigation over empirical trial-and-error.
• Firmware/Software (Desirable): Basic knowledge of scripting languages, such as JavaScript.

Education: BSc or BEng (Honours) in Electronics Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Experience Level: Senior-level experience across the full product development lifecycle in a matrixed, multi-national organization.

Commercial & Financial Acumen: Understanding of product cost structures, Bill of Materials (BOM) optimization, manufacturing cost drivers, and commercial viability

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
• 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit
• Healthcare
• Free parking

At Rentokil Initial, our customers and colleagues represent diverse backgrounds and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, actively encouraging applications from individuals from all walks of life. Our belief is that everyone irrespective of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs, has the potential to thrive and contribute.

We embrace the differences that make each of our colleagues unique, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. To ensure that your journey with us is accessible if you have any individual requirements we invite you to communicate any specific needs or preferences you may have during any stage of the recruitment process. Our team is available to support you; feel free to reach out to ([e-mail]) if you need anything