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Specialist UK embedded systems recruitment

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.


Find embedded engineer jobs in the UK

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.

Murray McIntosh

Contract

Electrical Technician

£30-£39 per hourDidcot

Responsibilities: Control panel building Panel wiring to IPC standards Rack building and wiring Cable pulling Prototype wiring Adding connectors to cables Working to diagrams and schematics 18th edition electrical would be preferred

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Chris Nelson

Murray McIntosh

Contract

Chemical Engineer

£40-£55 per hourCambridge

Skills & experience required: - Chemical engineering experience - Ability to devise experiments to prove a principle - Ability to design and/or build/test a rig - Previous product development experience advantageous - Previous experience of handing over proven principle to engineers to make a product advantageous - R&D / Scientific background would be advantageous - Current or ability to be BPSS cleared as a min

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Chris Nelson

Murray McIntosh

Permanent

RF Microwave Technician

£26,000-£36,000 per annumStevenage

Murray McIntosh are currently seeking an RF / Microwave Technician to start work for a key client of ours.

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Will Selby

Murray McIntosh

Permanent

Compliance Manager

£60,000-£72,000 per annumTewkesbury

Murray McIntosh are currently seeking a Product Compliance & Security Accreditation Manager to start work for a key client of ours.

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Will Selby

Murray McIntosh

Contract

Project Manager

£400-£500 per DailyBideford

Responsibilities & experience required: * Engineering project management experience * Experience of expediting, leading and driving forward projects * Experience of critical design reviews, critical path analysis and work breakdown structures preferred * APM PMQ qualification preferred but mot essential * Marine / Defence / Naval background preferred * Excellent knowledge and application of project controls in complex projects * Strong problem-solving ability * Excellent communicator and

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Chris Nelson

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