The Engineering Industry Labour Report 2025

The Engineering Industry Labour Report 2025

Electronics Engineering

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Specialist UK electronics engineer recruiters

We connect organisations with electronics engineers across defence, marine, manufacturing, and MedTech, for permanent and contract roles. Our focus is on candidates with hands-on knowledge of circuit design, PCB layout, microcontrollers, FPGA programming, embedded C/C++, and electronic control systems. Whether your project involves precision medical devices, automated production equipment, marine navigation systems, or defence electronics, we help you access engineers with the expertise to deliver solutions that meet exacting technical requirements.

Through targeted research and sector networks, we reach engineers who are often not visible through conventional recruitment channels. Many of our candidates are experienced with industry-standard tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, and CAD systems for electronic design. We ensure the professionals we introduce have the technical capabilities aligned to the projects you need to deliver.

Each search is tailored to the client and the project. We work closely with hiring managers to understand the technical environment, team dynamics, and project goals, so the engineers we introduce can hit the ground running. By focusing on technical knowledge, relevant software experience, and familiarity with sector-specific standards, we provide talent for permanent or contract positions who can contribute immediately to critical projects.

Find your next electronics engineering job

As an electronics engineer, you need choice and clarity over potential roles. But the job search can be exhausting enough without adding any needless complexity. That’s why we help people find fulfilling positions – in areas from defence and communications to water and medical – while making the process as easy as possible. 

If you’re thinking about your next step, upload your CV or request a call. One of our specialists will be in touch to talk through your goals.


Murray McIntosh

Contract

Configuration Engineer

£30-£35 per hourBideford

Required experience Essential * Proven background within Configuration Management. * Good understanding of PLM & ERP systems * Good knowledge of Engineering BoM structures to CM2 standards Desirable * CM2 accreditation * Experience of working within the defence sector * Experience using Aras PLM or comparable PLM systems. * Clear and direct communication skills * Methodical approach to tasks with an eye for detail. * Able to take control of workload & complete tasks

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Murray McIntosh

Contract

Mechanical Assembler

£15-£18 per hourWickford

Experience required: - Ability to read and work from engineering drawings - Ability to use variety of hand tools - Previous experience working as a mechanical assembler/fitter - Engineering, Production or Manufacturing experience

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Chris Nelson

Murray McIntosh

Contract

CNC Machinist

£17-£24 per hourWickford

Murray McIntosh are searching for CNC Setters to start work on a 12-month rolling contract with the potential to turn permanent as detailed below: We have vacancies across lates (14:00 - 22:15) or nights (22:00 - 06:15). Experience required: * Setting & operating experience on CNC Machines * Previous experience working with Siemens, Fanuc or Heidenhain controls (ideal but others considered) * Working to engineering drawings to produce components to meet the specifications. * Using inspect

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Chris Nelson

Murray McIntosh

Contract

Project Design Manager (Non-Infra)

£525-£550 per DailyPeterborough

I'm currently recruiting for a Project Design Manager on behalf of a client in the UK water sector. The role focuses on leading and coordinating a multi-disciplinary design team delivering either clean or wastewater capital projects. You'll need to be comfortable managing complex designs end-to-end, working within regulated environments, and prioritising safety, quality, value, and sustainability. Familiarity with CDM, BIM, and digital design tools is beneficial.

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