PhD Engineer (summer 2027 start)

ECM Selection Ltd.; Woking; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site labs

Prototyping facilities

Job summary

ECM Selection Ltd. is seeking a PhD graduate to join our defence-focused hardware-software team in Guildford. You will work on integrated systems spanning embedded software, FPGA development, and hardware design, contributing from the word go.

Candidates should have a PhD in a numerate field, strong undergrad in maths/physics, and skills in C/C++. On-site labs and prototyping facilities support innovative projects; summer 2027 start.

Qualifications

• PhD in a numerate discipline with a strong undergraduate degree (Maths/Physics preferred).
• Software or embedded programming skills in C or C++.
• Electronics knowledge such as comms protocols, FPGA programming or PCB design.
• UK National.

Responsibilities

• Work on integrated software-hardware systems for defence and security industries.
• Join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to innovative projects from day one.

Skills

Embedded programming

FPGA development

PCB design

C/C++ programming

Education

PhD in numerate discipline

Strong undergrad degree (Maths/Physics)

Tools

VHDL

Job description

Build integrated software-hardware systems for defence and security industries Guildford; to £46,000 DoE + Benefits

Are you a bright PhD graduate in an applied numerate subject? Do you have excellent skills in programming, embedded software, FPGAs or hardware development? Are you quick to pick up new skills, and keen to take charge of complex and innovative technology projects from the word go? We may have just the challenge for you!

Projects span low-power embedded systems through to high throughput server applications and everything in between. These combine custom hardware with innovative software and offer unique technical challenges. You'll be joining a well-established multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers who foster a creative and welcoming environment. In short, a great place to start a career.

Note: This company is looking for candidates to start in the summer of 2027.

Requirements:

• PhD in a numerate discipline with a strong supporting undergraduate degree (computer science, electronics, physics or similar) and A Levels including A*'s in Maths and Physics
• Software or embedded programming skills in C or C++
• Electronics knowledge such as comms protocols, FPGA programming or PCB design
• UK National

The company is based in modern offices with high-spec labs and prototyping facilities on site. With excellent transport links in the area, the company is easily commutable by train from either London Waterloo or surrounding Surrey area. For the top-drawer candidates who have what it takes to impress, an outstanding salary and benefits package is on offer.

Keywords: Software, Electronics, Physics, Maths, PhD, C, C++, PCB, FPGA, VHDL, Embedded, DSP, Algorithms, Signal Processing, Image Analysis, Cyber Security, Communications