Murray McIntosh
PermanentSenior Full Stack Engineer, AI Systems
Senior Software Engineer role building AI-powered platforms, automation and internal systems for a fast-growing technology-driven business.
Embedded Engineering Recruitment
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.
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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
ContractConfiguration Engineer
£32-£36 per hour
Essential Proven background within Configuration Management. Good understanding of PLM & ERP systems Either PLM background with good Engineering BOM & CAD understanding Or CAD background with good PLM understanding and experience Good knowledge of Engineering BoM structures to CM2 standards
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Murray McIntosh
ContractConfiguration Engineer
£30-£36 per hour
Required experience Essential * CAD experience and understanding * BOM experience & understanding (ability to produce & edit as required) * Good understanding & experience of PLM systems 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
PermanentAssistant Project Manager
£38,000-£45,000 per annumManchester
Murray McIntosh are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager to start work for a key client of ours.
Murray McIntosh
PermanentElectrical Design Engineer
£40,000-£45,000 per annumManchester
Murray McIntosh are currently seeking a Electrical Design Engineer to start work for a key client of ours.
Murray McIntosh
ContractManufacturing Engineer
£40-£50 per hourHalifax
Required experience: * Strong manufacturing engineering knowledge and experience * Ability to lead PFMEAs; incl. process mapping, risk mitigation and creation/ approval of procedures and protocols * Ability to interpret technical drawings and create/ manufacturing drawings * Create works orders and collate tech packs with accurate routings and operations * Previous experience of working in the marine, defence, MOD or military sectors is preferred * Experience and understanding of manufactur
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