Murray McIntosh
PermanentSenior Systems Engineer
£70,000-£80,000 per annumWoking
We are currently seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to work on a permanent basis for a key client.
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Here at Murray McIntosh, we connect organisations with embedded systems engineers for defence, marine, manufacturing, and MedTech, covering both permanent and contract positions.Our focus is on engineers with practical experience in real-time operating systems, microcontrollers, FPGA development, embedded C/C++, IoT integration, and sensor interfacing. Whether the project involves autonomous marine vessels, avionics for defence platforms, industrial IoT solutions, or medical device firmware, we help you access engineers whose expertise aligns with complex technical requirements.
We reach candidates through deep sector networks and research-led searches, targeting engineers familiar with platforms and tools such as ARM Cortex, Raspberry Pi, Arduino, MATLAB/Simulink, and JTAG debugging environments. Our network includes professionals experienced in safety-critical and compliance frameworks, including ISO 26262, IEC 61508, and MIL-STD, ensuring the engineers we introduce have knowledge that meets operational standards.
Each recruitment process is shaped around your specific project and team. By collaborating with hiring managers, we ensure candidates have the technical knowledge, software familiarity, and practical skills to contribute immediately. Our approach ensures permanent or contract placements that support mission-critical projects and deliver measurable impact.
Take the next step in your career with rewarding UK embedded engineering jobs. We’re always on the lookout for embedded engineers skilled in C and C++, and with experience in RTOSs such as FreeRTOS, ThreadX and VxWorks.
Our dedicated team has helped embedded engineers find the right roles across many industries and skillsets. Simply tell us more about your specialisms, values and career ambitions. Browse current vacancies or upload your CV today.
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