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Head of Sales

Lead and scale the commercial function for a fast-growing robotics company, building a sales team from the ground up while directly managing high-value enterprise deals. Design scalable processes, enter new markets, and collaborate closely with technical and operations teams to deliver automation solutions across hospitality, retail, and commercial sectors in the UK and Europe.

LEC Robotics London, United Kingdom £70,000 – £100,000 pa

On-site Permanent

AI Engineer Defence

Design and deploy agentic AI systems integrated with large language and vision-language models into secure, mission-critical defence environments. Develop multi-agent pipelines and production-grade AI workflows for real-world decision support and robotics applications. Work across the full lifecycle from design to deployment in air-gapped, high-assurance settings.

Paddington Robotics Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Head of Product

IntroductionSaab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence...

Saab City of London, United Kingdom

Lead Software Engineer

IntroductionSaab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence...

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

Graduate Software Engineer

This role involves developing advanced software systems that integrate computer vision, adaptive AI, and sensor technologies to detect and track drones in dynamic combat environments. You'll work across the full stack—from cloud platforms to low-power embedded devices—on modular, ruggedised systems used in defence applications. The role offers hands-on involvement in machine learning, signal processing, and software-defined radio within a small, multidisciplinary engineering team.

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Machine Learning Engineer

Inventing innovative machine learning systems to solve real-world problems in the defence sectorCambridge; to c£70,000 DoE + BenefitsThis innovative team of engineers and scientists are using machine learning tightly integrated with modern electronics to create new classes of devices for...

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

Automation Engineer

Senior Automation EngineerLocation: Outskirts of Edinburgh (flexible work pattern and compressed week)Contract: 12 Month FTCHours: 37 hours per weekOverviewWe are working with a leading advanced manufacturing and defence organisation seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to deliver innovative automation solutions across...

Copello Edinburgh, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

Controls Engineer

This role involves developing and commissioning custom automation systems, with a focus on PLC programming, control system design, and on-site integration across diverse industries. The engineer will work through the full project lifecycle, from software development and testing to commissioning and customer training, often involving UK and international travel. Key technologies include Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs, industrial networks, and drive systems.

Meritus Telford, Shropshire, SY2 5TN, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electromechanical Engineer

This role involves designing and delivering custom electromechanical motion control systems from concept to commissioning, supporting customers across high-tech sectors. You'll create 3D models, engineering documentation, and collaborate across teams to integrate and test advanced systems. The position offers exposure to diverse industries and hands-on technical problem-solving throughout the full project lifecycle.

Anonymous Horsham, West Sussex, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Algorithms Engineer

Develops advanced computer vision and machine learning algorithms for defence applications such as C-UAS, surveillance, and autonomous systems. Focuses on solving real-world perception challenges using state-of-the-art models and improving detection, classification, and tracking in complex environments. Involves end-to-end algorithm development, from research to deployment in real-time systems.

Chess Dynamics Wokingham, Berkshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Product Design Engineer

Design and develop mission-critical AI-driven systems for defence and national security applications, integrating intelligent software with physical robotics platforms. Work across the full product lifecycle in a high-impact, fast-paced environment where technical decisions carry significant operational weight.

Paddington Robotics Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Controls Engineer

The role involves developing and commissioning bespoke automation systems using PLC programming for industrial applications across sectors like Aerospace and Defence. The engineer will work on control software, configure industrial communications, and commission systems on-site both in the UK and overseas. Responsibilities include testing, fault-finding, customer support, and integrating robot and PLC solutions.

Meritus Talent Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Manufacturing Automation EngineerLocation: StockportSalary: £45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)An established engineering organisation with over a century of design and manufacturing excellence is looking to expand its team with a Manufacturing Automation Engineer. The company is recognised internationally for delivering high-quality engineering...

DCS Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom

Senior PCB Design Engineer | Cambridgeshire |

This role involves taking full ownership of the PCB design process, working closely with hardware and mechanical engineers to resolve complex integration tasks. You will be responsible for high-integrity designs ranging from DC to mmWave frequencies, ensuring every design is completed, reviewed, and released with absolute discipline.

Morgan McKinley Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Automation Engineer

This role involves designing, programming, and commissioning industrial automation systems, primarily using Siemens PLCs, across diverse sectors including food & beverage, packaging, nuclear, and defence. You'll work independently on-site across the UK, taking full ownership of projects from concept to completion, with a strong focus on electrical design, control panel development, and troubleshooting. The role offers hands-on technical challenges within high-integrity environments and requires a solid understanding of both electrical and mechanical systems.

Artemis Talent Manchester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Verification & Validation Engineer (V&V) – Embedded Software | DO-178C | Safety Critical SystemsAre you an experienced Verification & Validation Engineer, Software Test Engineer, or Systems Verification Engineer with a background in safety-critical embedded software?We're recruiting for an exciting...

Apex Resources Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa