Systems Architect (Instrumentation / Metrology / PLM) - £70k DOE ID44569

Humand Talent; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the functionality and architecture of a sophisticated product platform. This role involves guiding technical decisions and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in system design across mechanical and electrical systems, along with strong communication skills in technical English. The position offers a salary of £50,000–£65,000 plus bonuses and excellent benefits, including hybrid working and 25 days of annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private healthcare, life assurance

Share scheme & pension (salary sacrifice)

Qualifications

• Experience across mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Background in motion systems, optics, robotics, or similar technologies.
• Experience in high-precision tools or environments (e.g. advanced manufacturing).

Responsibilities

• Own and define key system functionality, including layout, safety, and BOM.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and architecture plans.
• Support design reviews, risk assessments, and cross-functional delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive quality and resolve technical issues.

Skills

Experience in complex system or instrumentation design

Skilled in technical documentation, PLM, and change control

Strong communicator in technical English

Education

Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Physics, or a related field

Job description

Systems Architect - PLM / Metrology / Optics / Photonics / Mechanical / Electrical / Engineering

Hybrid | £50,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you a systems engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges?

Do you want to lead system functionality across innovative, high-performance platforms?

Looking to influence architecture and design strategy at a senior level?

The Opportunity

Our client is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to take a leading role in defining system behaviour and architecture for a sophisticated product platform. Working closely with engineering and project teams, you'll guide technical decisions, manage risk, and ensure system-level performance.

Perfect for an experienced engineer ready to step into a more strategic, cross‑functional role.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own and define key system functionality, including layout, safety, and BOM.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and architecture plans.
• Support design reviews, risk assessments, and cross-functional delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive quality and resolve technical issues.

What You’ll Bring

Essentials

• Experience in complex system or instrumentation design.
• Experience across mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Skilled in technical documentation, PLM, and change control.
• Strong communicator in technical English.

Desirables

• Background in motion systems, optics, robotics, or similar technologies.
• Experience in high-precision tools or environments (e.g. advanced manufacturing).

Education

Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

What’s on Offer

• 💷 £50,000–£65,000 + annual bonus
• 🏖 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 🩺 Private healthcare, life assurance
• 🌍 Hybrid & flexible working
• 📈 Share scheme & pension (salary sacrifice)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.