National AI Awards 2025Discover AI's trailblazers! Join us to celebrate innovation and nominate industry leaders.

Nominate & Attend

Hardware Engineer

Uttoxeter
5 days ago
Create job alert

Hardware Engineer
Location: Stone, Staffordshire(On-site – 5 days per week)
Salary: Market Related
Type: Full-time, Permanent

VIQU has partnered with a leading organisation in the nuclear sector to recruit a Hardware Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regulated and safety-critical environment, contributing to the design and delivery of complex electrical systems for industrial automation and control.

Key Responsibilities:

Design electrical control panels, PLC systems, and low-voltage distribution systems for industrial applications

Design electrical cabling and containment systems in line with project and industry standards

Produce and maintain detailed drawings and documentation using AutoCAD Electrical

Ensure designs comply with BS7671 IEE Wiring Regulations (18th Edition) and IEC / BS EN (phone number removed) (Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies)

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during the full lifecycle of projects, including installation and commissioning

Travel to and stay at customer sites as required for project delivery and support

Key Requirements:

Proven experience designing electrical panels, PLC systems, LV distribution systems, and electrical infrastructure

Knowledge of electrical cabling and containment system design

Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical

Strong understanding of BS7671 (18th Edition) and relevant low-voltage switchgear/controlgear standards

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Willingness to travel and work on-site with customers

Desirable Skills:

Background in a highly regulated industry such as nuclear, defence, or aerospace

Knowledge of EMC compliance and associated design practices

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards it)

To find out more about this opportunity, please APPLY NOW for a no-obligation conversation with your VIQU Consultant. You can also contact Phoebe Rees via the VIQU IT Recruitment website.

If you know someone who could be a good fit for this role, VIQU offers a referral bonus of up to £1,000 (terms apply).

For more opportunities and industry insights, follow VIQU IT Recruitment on LinkedIn and Twitter: @VIQU_UK

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Electronic Hardware Engineer

Controls Hardware Engineer

Graduate Hardware Test Engineer

Mechatronics Engineer

Infrastructure engineer

Systems Engineer

National AI Awards 2025

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

How to Present Robotics Solutions to Non-Technical Audiences: A Public Speaking Guide for Job Seekers

Robotics is changing the world—from smart factories and autonomous vehicles to healthcare assistants and drone deliveries. But no matter how advanced the system is, a robotics solution won’t be adopted unless it’s clearly understood by those who make decisions: business leaders, clients, investors, and end-users. That’s why employers in the UK robotics industry are now actively seeking candidates who can communicate clearly and confidently with non-technical audiences. Whether you’re a recent graduate, a mechanical engineer, a software specialist or an automation consultant, your ability to explain how your robots work—and why they matter—could be the difference between getting shortlisted and getting hired. This guide shows you how to structure your robotics presentation, design effective slides, use storytelling and analogies, and answer common stakeholder questions—so you can stand out in interviews and beyond.

Robotics Jobs UK 2025: 50 Companies Hiring Now

Bookmark this guide—refreshed every quarter—so you always know who’s really scaling their robotics teams. A record £4.3 billion flowed into UK robotics & automation during the past 12 months, the government’s “Made Smarter” incentives extended to 2030, & skills shortages pushed salaries up 12 %. Whether you build autonomous warehouse fleets, surgical arms or humanoid grippers, employers want you right now. Below are 50 organisations that posted UK‑based robotics vacancies or announced head‑count growth in the past eight weeks. They’re grouped into five quick‑scan categories so you can jump straight to the type of employer—& mission—that excites you. For every company you’ll see: Main UK hub Example live or recent vacancy Why it’s worth a look (stack, impact, culture) Search any employer on RoboticsJobs.co.uk to see real‑time adverts, or set up a free alert so fresh openings land in your inbox.

Return-to-Work Pathways: Relaunch Your Robotics Career with Returnships, Flexible & Hybrid Roles

Returning to work after a career break can feel like stepping onto a moving conveyor belt—especially in a hands-on, fast-paced field like robotics. Whether you paused for parenting, caring responsibilities or another life chapter, the UK’s robotics sector now offers a wealth of return-to-work pathways. From structured returnships to flexible and hybrid roles, these programmes value your transferable skills and lived experience, pairing you with mentorship, targeted upskilling and supportive networks so you can confidently relaunch your robotics career. In this guide, you’ll learn how to: Grasp the current demand for robotics talent in the UK Translate your organisation, communication and problem-solving skills into robotics contexts Overcome common re-entry challenges with practical solutions Refresh your technical knowledge through targeted learning Access returnship and re-entry programmes tailored to robotics Find roles that fit around family commitments—whether flexible, hybrid or full-time Balance your career relaunch with caring responsibilities Master applications, interviews and networking specific to robotics Draw inspiration from real returner success stories Get answers to common questions in our FAQ section Whether you aim to return as a robotics engineer, controls specialist, automation integrator or research scientist, this article maps out the steps and resources you need to reignite your robotics career.