Industry article

Defence spending must focus on more than ‘boots on the ground’ says Engineering Associate Director, Chris Nelson

The UK’s defence spending increase to 2.5% of GDP must prioritise more than just ‘boots on the ground.’ Murray McIntosh warns that a severe shortage of technical engineers threatens vital defence projects, from machine maintenance to cybersecurity. Without urgent investment in skills development, the industry risks falling behind. Read more on why the Government must act now.

Chris Nelson

Mar 28, 2025 · 4 mins read

Industry article

Engineering Salary and Employment report: what’s in store for employers and professionals in 2025?

Our inaugural Engineering Salary and Employment Report explores the marine, space, defence, and automotive sectors, highlighting workforce shortages and strategies for attracting top talent. Take part in our survey to shape the research and gain early access to the report.

Chris Nelson

Feb 24, 2025 · 4 mins read

Industry article

Hiring in the defence and marine engineering markets in 2025: How to source skills with your employer brand

Discover how to attract top talent in defence and marine engineering in 2025. With increasing demand and limited talent pools, leveraging your employer brand is key. Learn how to stand out, navigate security clearances, and secure niche engineering specialists ahead of competitors.

Chris Nelson

Feb 04, 2025 · 6 mins read

Industry article

UK SpaceTech; Using the interview to gain a competitive advantage when recruiting embedded electronics talent in the UK

How can UK SpaceTech employers tailor processes to gain a competitive advantage when recruiting embedded electronics talent?

Industry article

How is AI impacting embedded electronics roles and the wider market?

Embedded electronics has always been a hub of innovation, and the rise of AI is taking it to the next level. GenAI-powered platforms are already making a big impact, transforming the industry and shaping the future of embedded electronics in the UK.

Case Study

JCB Power Systems

This JCB case study is a testament to how Engineering by Murray recruitment supported JCB in delivering the first hydrogen motor in the industry.

Chris Nelson

Industry article

How employers can use interviews to attract the best embedded software skills in the UK

The recruitment process offers key opportunities to showcase your brand and attract top talent, with the interview being a crucial moment to stand out to candidates and gain an edge over competitors.

Case Study

Harland & Wolff

Chris delivered several specialist contractors in a short time frame which allowed us to deliver a critical project to a high standard.

Chris Nelson

Case Study

Ontic

Chris delivered a mixture of contract and permanent solutions for us against two roles that had been open for an extensive period of time.

Chris Nelson