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

Principle Civil Design Engineer

£500-£550 per DailyDerby

I'm currently working with a client within the UK water sector that is looking to hire a Principle Civil Engineer at design level. This is a hands-on engineering design roles focused on water and wastewater treatment projects, supporting the delivery of cost effective and buildable technical solutions within a multi-disciplinary environment. Typical responsibilities include: Producing and developing civil engineering design layouts for water/wastewater infrastructure Working closely with other

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Murray McIntosh

Permanent

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

£70,000-£75,000 per annumCheltenham

Murray McIntosh are currently seeking an Senior Embedded Software Engineer to start work for a key client of ours as detailed. Location - Cheltenham Start date - ASAP Salary - £70,000 - £75,000 + (Negotiable + benefits)

Murray McIntosh

Contract

Design Manager I Reading

£525-£550 per DailyReading

This role sits within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment, where you would be responsible for leading design teams across projects from concept through to detailed design and into construction. It is a client-facing position, involving close collaboration with stakeholders, consultants, and internal engineering disciplines to deliver technically robust and sustainable solutions

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Murray McIntosh

Permanent

Site Manager | Sheffield

£40,000-£45,000 per annumSheffield

The Role Reporting into the Project Manager, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This role is focused on driving performance, productivity, and full H&S compliance on site. Key Responsibilities * Manage site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain * Oversee planning, delivery, and site performance * Conduct site visits, audits, and quality checks * Track resources, materials, and plan

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