Job Description
Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer
Lead | Innovate | Inspire
Award-Winning Product Development Consultancy – Cambridgeshire (Hybrid)
We’re partnering with a highly respected and fast-growing product development consultancy in Cambridgeshire to find a seasoned electronics engineering leader. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a critical capability—electronics and embedded software—within a business known for solving complex, high-impact technical challenges in medical devices, diagnostics, drug delivery, and complex instrumentation.
The right candidate will bring extensive hands-on engineering experience and a strong track record in leading multidisciplinary teams and projects within a product development consultancy or advanced medical device company. This is a strategic and influential position—ideal for someone ready to shape technical direction, lead delivery, and mentor others in a collaborative, inventive environment.
The Company
This is a consultancy that’s quietly making a big impact. Founded by engineers with a mission to improve lives through innovation, they’ve grown steadily over the last decade by building deep, long-term partnerships with clients ranging from ambitious start-ups to global blue-chips.
They’re small by design—around 30 talented engineers and scientists—but their reach is global and their work is transformational. They’ve played a key role in the development of breakthrough products across healthcare and high-tech sectors. Despite their size, they are outperforming many of their larger competitors—creatively, commercially, and culturally.
The Role
This is not just another engineering job. This is a leadership opportunity where you’ll be setting technical direction, leading project teams, and guiding the growth of the electronics and embedded software capability.
You’ll:
* Lead the design and development of complex electronic and electromechanical products, including embedded software
* Direct and mentor a growing team of electronics and software engineers
* Collaborate with mechanical, physics, and design specialists to deliver integrated, manufacturable solutions
* Own technical delivery across multiple client projects—ensuring quality, innovation, and on-time results
* Act as a senior client-facing consultant, supporting business development and shaping new project opportunities
* Contribute to the strategic evolution of the consultancy as part of the leadership team
What You’ll Bring
* A proven track record of project and team leadership in product development (consultancy or medical device industry)
* Extensive experience designing, prototyping, and testing electronic systems, including embedded C/C++ software
* A deep understanding of the full product development lifecycle, from concept through to manufacture
* Strong practical lab skills (PCB rework, soldering, test equipment) and comfort in hands-on work
* Excellent cross-functional communication, with the ability to engage clients and motivate teams
* A 1st or 2:1 degree from a top-tier university in electronic engineering or a closely related field
Desirable (but not essential):
* Experience working in regulated industries such as medical devices or diagnostics
* Familiarity with schematic capture, PCB layout, and product verification and validation processes
* Commercial awareness and a passion for helping shape and win new business
Why Join This Consultancy?
Because this is a place where senior engineers thrive. You’ll find:
* A uniquely supportive, empowering culture with genuine work-life balance
* An employer that invests in people, values creativity, and celebrates curiosity
* Clear career progression in a growing, successful business
* A competitive salary, strong benefits, and company-wide bonus scheme
Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team that’s brilliant, collaborative, and kind—where your ideas will be heard and your impact will be visible.
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Interested in learning more?
Contact Alex at:
📧 alex@scientissearch.com