449 Hardware In The Loop jobs in the United Kingdom
Software Testing & Automation Specialist
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Software Testing & Automation Specialist - Web Ecommerce- Contract
Location: Hammersmith (4 days on site, 1 day remote)
Rate: 500 - 650 per day (to Umbrella)
Contract Length: 6 - 12 months
We're looking for an experienced Software Testing & Automation Specialist to join the digital product team and design and implement from scratch an automated UI testing framework for a bespoke ecommerce / complex web platform as the sole test consultant. The role focuses on designing and implementing a UI acceptance testing strategy and automation solution for a bespoke ecommerce platform built on a Microsoft .NET stack, currently tested manually by engineers and product owners.
You'll deliver a maintainable, pragmatic, and scalable automation framework that enables the team to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance release quality while ensuring it can be easily maintained and extended by non-specialists/non testers once your contract ends. Successful candidates must have similar experience in designing and implementing from scratch an automated UI testing framework for ecommerce / complex web platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse current manual testing processes and identify opportunities for automation.
- Recommend and implement automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, BrowserStack, Testim).
- Design and configure an automated testing framework for functional and regression testing.
- Develop reusable test cases, templates, and clear documentation.
- Train and support team members to maintain and extend automated tests.
- Provide reporting on coverage, outcomes, and defects.
Experience & Skills
- Proven experience in both manual and automated testing.
- Strong background in designing and implementing automated UI testing frameworks for ecommerce or complex web platforms.
- Previous experience leading the design and build of automated testing frameworks from scratch (Greenfield).
- Expertise in at least one automation tool or framework.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integrating testing into release cycles.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Collaborative, self-motivated, and able to deliver outcomes independently.
Everybody is welcome
Diversity and Inclusion Statement. | PCR Digital
"At PCR Digital, we are committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion play a role at all stages of our recruitment - it is important to us that our own company culture and the culture of our network is as varied and supportive as possible. We love people (it's why we do what we do), so, regardless of background, we welcome you to work with us or apply to any of our jobs if you feel that they are right for you."
We also aim to ensure that our entire process is accessible. Please make us aware of any adjustments you may need throughout the selection, interview and general process and we will do all we can to ensure that any barriers are removed for you.
Software Testing & Automation Specialist
Posted today
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Job Description
Software Testing & Automation Specialist - Web Ecommerce- Contract
Location: Hammersmith (4 days on site, 1 day remote)
Rate: 500 - 650 per day (to Umbrella)
Contract Length: 6 - 12 months
We're looking for an experienced Software Testing & Automation Specialist to join the digital product team and design and implement from scratch an automated UI testing framework for a bespoke ecommerce / complex web platform as the sole test consultant. The role focuses on designing and implementing a UI acceptance testing strategy and automation solution for a bespoke ecommerce platform built on a Microsoft .NET stack, currently tested manually by engineers and product owners.
You'll deliver a maintainable, pragmatic, and scalable automation framework that enables the team to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance release quality while ensuring it can be easily maintained and extended by non-specialists/non testers once your contract ends. Successful candidates must have similar experience in designing and implementing from scratch an automated UI testing framework for ecommerce / complex web platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse current manual testing processes and identify opportunities for automation.
- Recommend and implement automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, BrowserStack, Testim).
- Design and configure an automated testing framework for functional and regression testing.
- Develop reusable test cases, templates, and clear documentation.
- Train and support team members to maintain and extend automated tests.
- Provide reporting on coverage, outcomes, and defects.
Experience & Skills
- Proven experience in both manual and automated testing.
- Strong background in designing and implementing automated UI testing frameworks for ecommerce or complex web platforms.
- Previous experience leading the design and build of automated testing frameworks from scratch (Greenfield).
- Expertise in at least one automation tool or framework.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integrating testing into release cycles.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Collaborative, self-motivated, and able to deliver outcomes independently.
Everybody is welcome
Diversity and Inclusion Statement. | PCR Digital
"At PCR Digital, we are committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion play a role at all stages of our recruitment - it is important to us that our own company culture and the culture of our network is as varied and supportive as possible. We love people (it's why we do what we do), so, regardless of background, we welcome you to work with us or apply to any of our jobs if you feel that they are right for you."
We also aim to ensure that our entire process is accessible. Please make us aware of any adjustments you may need throughout the selection, interview and general process and we will do all we can to ensure that any barriers are removed for you.
Lead System Integration Engineer

Posted 17 days ago
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GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.
**Job Description**
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, talented, and experienced Systems Engineer to join GE Vernova Power Conversion's Lead Engineering team.
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Lead Systems Integration Engineer to spearhead the integration of rotating electrical machines and their control systems within a major UK Naval project, while leading a dedicated integration team.
This role requires a strong leadership capability, technical expertise in an engineering discipline, and the ability to derive top-level requirements down to sub-system components, ensuring seamless interface management and system integration.
The Lead Systems Integration Engineer will report directly to the Systems Lead Engineering Manager.
**Team Leadership and Management:**
+ Lead and manage a team of system engineers focused on the integration of a rotating electrical machine solution and its associated control systems.
+ Foster a collaborative environment, promoting skill development and effective teamwork.
**Integration of a Rotating Electrical Machine Solution:**
+ Oversee the integration of rotating electrical machinery with its ancillary equipment and associated control systems within a Naval platform.
+ Develop and implement strategies to ensure optimal system performance and compatibility.
**Interface Management:**
Plan and progress all engineering integration related activities for the project, inclusive of communication to team members.
+ Manage and coordinate interfaces between different subsystems and components, ensuring smooth integration and interoperability.
+ Address and resolve interface issues promptly to maintain project timelines.
**Requirements Derivation:**
+ Derive top-level requirements and translate them into detailed specifications for sub-system components and manage their traceability.
+ Ensure all requirements are aligned with project goals and operational needs.
**Technical Expertise:**
+ Apply engineering principles to address integration challenges related to rotating machines and their control systems.
+ Coordinate system analysis and support verification and validation activities.
**Collaboration and Communication:**
+ Coordinate with project managers, the project engineering manager, project engineers, and stakeholders to facilitate integration activities.
+ Communicate technical progress and findings to internal teams and external stakeholders effectively.
**Documentation and Reporting:**
+ Maintain detailed documentation of integration processes, V&V results, and system configurations.
+ Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements in all activities.
**Continuous Improvement:**
+ Identify and implement opportunities for enhancing integration processes and systems.
+ Monitor, control and manage engineering budgets and change control system.
+ Lead and manage project integration technical risks.
+ Liaise with external stakeholders, partners, sub-contractors and suppliers as appropriate to support the project integration.
+ Maintain engineering quality control system for the project and support APQP deliverables.
**Qualifications/Requirements**
+ Minimum of a Degree or equivalent in engineering or higher, Masters or PhD in relevant field.
+ Extant Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), or the ability to obtain BPSS is required for this role.
+ Proficient with software simulation & design tools, MATLAB, Simulink essential. eTAP desirable.
+ Extensive experience in systems integration, particularly in rotating electrical machines and control systems within the naval or maritime industry.
+ Proven leadership skills with experience managing engineering teams.
+ Understanding of motor and generator technologies, control system design, and interface management.
+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
+ Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects concurrently.
**You can expect from us**
+ Flexible working arrangements.
+ Attractive compensation package.
+ Flexible benefits you can personalise.
+ Company pension contribution; income protection; private health insurance; life assurance, healthy lifestyle account.
+ 34 days' vacation including national holidays.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Lead System Integration Engineer

Posted 17 days ago
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Job Description
GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.
**Job Description**
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, talented, and experienced Systems Engineer to join GE Vernova Power Conversion's Lead Engineering team.
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Lead Systems Integration Engineer to spearhead the integration of rotating electrical machines and their control systems within a major UK Naval project, while leading a dedicated integration team.
This role requires a strong leadership capability, technical expertise in an engineering discipline, and the ability to derive top-level requirements down to sub-system components, ensuring seamless interface management and system integration.
The Lead Systems Integration Engineer will report directly to the Systems Lead Engineering Manager.
**Team Leadership and Management:**
+ Lead and manage a team of system engineers focused on the integration of a rotating electrical machine solution and its associated control systems.
+ Foster a collaborative environment, promoting skill development and effective teamwork.
**Integration of a Rotating Electrical Machine Solution:**
+ Oversee the integration of rotating electrical machinery with its ancillary equipment and associated control systems within a Naval platform.
+ Develop and implement strategies to ensure optimal system performance and compatibility.
**Interface Management:**
Plan and progress all engineering integration related activities for the project, inclusive of communication to team members.
+ Manage and coordinate interfaces between different subsystems and components, ensuring smooth integration and interoperability.
+ Address and resolve interface issues promptly to maintain project timelines.
**Requirements Derivation:**
+ Derive top-level requirements and translate them into detailed specifications for sub-system components and manage their traceability.
+ Ensure all requirements are aligned with project goals and operational needs.
**Technical Expertise:**
+ Apply engineering principles to address integration challenges related to rotating machines and their control systems.
+ Coordinate system analysis and support verification and validation activities.
**Collaboration and Communication:**
+ Coordinate with project managers, the project engineering manager, project engineers, and stakeholders to facilitate integration activities.
+ Communicate technical progress and findings to internal teams and external stakeholders effectively.
**Documentation and Reporting:**
+ Maintain detailed documentation of integration processes, V&V results, and system configurations.
+ Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements in all activities.
**Continuous Improvement:**
+ Identify and implement opportunities for enhancing integration processes and systems.
+ Monitor, control and manage engineering budgets and change control system.
+ Lead and manage project integration technical risks.
+ Liaise with external stakeholders, partners, sub-contractors and suppliers as appropriate to support the project integration.
+ Maintain engineering quality control system for the project and support APQP deliverables.
**Qualifications/Requirements**
+ Minimum of a Degree or equivalent in engineering or higher, Masters or PhD in relevant field.
+ Extant Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), or the ability to obtain BPSS is required for this role.
+ Proficient with software simulation & design tools, MATLAB, Simulink essential. eTAP desirable.
+ Extensive experience in systems integration, particularly in rotating electrical machines and control systems within the naval or maritime industry.
+ Proven leadership skills with experience managing engineering teams.
+ Understanding of motor and generator technologies, control system design, and interface management.
+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
+ Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects concurrently.
**You can expect from us**
+ Flexible working arrangements.
+ Attractive compensation package.
+ Flexible benefits you can personalise.
+ Company pension contribution; income protection; private health insurance; life assurance, healthy lifestyle account.
+ 34 days' vacation including national holidays.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
QA Engineering Placement (Audio & MIDI Hardware, Software, Firmware Testing)
Posted 6 days ago
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QA Engineering Placement (Audio & MIDI Hardware, Software, Firmware Testing)
Based: High Wycombe
Type: Full-time, 12-month placement
Salary: £25100 pa
Are you about to graduate from university, or are you a current student looking for a one-year internship?
Are you passionate and knowledgeable about music, audio technology and recording?
If you have answered yes to both of the above, we’d love to hear from you! We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic intern to join our Quality Assurance team for a 12-month placement and help us test the next generations of our industry leading audio interfaces.
You’ll work closely with the rest of the QA Team, and other members of the Engineering Department, including Product and Project Managers, as well as Hardware, Software and Firmware Developers.
Key activities include:
- Supporting our existing users with testing for maintenance updates, as well as ensuring on-going compatibility with third party software and hardware releases
- Performing functional, non-functional, and exploratory testing on new products under development
- Helping to keep our automated test rigs running, responding to any issues with our systems to maximise uptime and test coverage
- Analysing test results and logs, including those from our automated test-runs, reporting any issues/patterns to the appropriate development teams
- Helping to validate that new technologies and product concepts are fit for purpose
An ideal candidate is likely to be:
- Working towards a degree-level qualification in science, engineering, technology, or related discipline
- Interested in quality, and able to appreciate what this means in practice to our users
- A clear communicator, methodical and rigorous, with a logical approach to problem solving
- Familiar with computers, and the use of Command Line Interfaces. Basic scripting ability and an interest in programming would also be an advantage
- Passionate and knowledgeable about music, audio technology
About the Focusrite Group
Doing a 12-month placement at the Focusrite Group is like becoming one of the family. A rapidly growing, global family. We’re focused on providing opportunities for everyone and anyone to enjoy creating music.
Our placements are very popular, and that’s mainly because you can really get stuck in during your year with us. We don’t ask you to answer the phones and do the photocopying. We want you to help develop our products, market our brands, speak to our customers and make us better. A lot of our previous placement candidates are now full-time employees.
All placements last for 12-months. We pay you £5100 per year ( 7100 for London-based roles), and you get to share some of the same benefits as our permanent employees.
Our brands, Focusrite, Focusrite Pro, Novation, Ampify, ADAM Audio, Martin Audio, Optimal Audio, Linea Research, Sequential, Oberheim, Sonnox, OutBoard and TiMax come together around a common mission to remove barriers to creativity.
We work hard. We are professional. And we play hard too. We select really, really talented and passionate people. And we absolutely love our work. So if you think you can bring something new to the mix, we look forward to hearing from you.
Please apply for as many of our placements as you wish.
Timetable for applications:
Deadline to apply: 29th November 2025
Interviews: January – February 2026
Offers made by: 27th February 2026
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage people to apply regardless of religion, ethnic background, nationality, sexual orientation or gender identity. We recognise the diversity shortcomings of our industry and are committed to driving change. Equally, we recognise the major impact that climate change is having on our world and work every day towards being industry leaders in a carbon neutral future.
QA Engineering Placement (Audio & MIDI Hardware, Software, Firmware Testing)
Posted 6 days ago
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QA Engineering Placement (Audio & MIDI Hardware, Software, Firmware Testing)
Based: High Wycombe
Type: Full-time, 12-month placement
Salary: £25100 pa
Are you about to graduate from university, or are you a current student looking for a one-year internship?
Are you passionate and knowledgeable about music, audio technology and recording?
If you have answered yes to both of the above, we’d love to hear from you! We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic intern to join our Quality Assurance team for a 12-month placement and help us test the next generations of our industry leading audio interfaces.
You’ll work closely with the rest of the QA Team, and other members of the Engineering Department, including Product and Project Managers, as well as Hardware, Software and Firmware Developers.
Key activities include:
- Supporting our existing users with testing for maintenance updates, as well as ensuring on-going compatibility with third party software and hardware releases
- Performing functional, non-functional, and exploratory testing on new products under development
- Helping to keep our automated test rigs running, responding to any issues with our systems to maximise uptime and test coverage
- Analysing test results and logs, including those from our automated test-runs, reporting any issues/patterns to the appropriate development teams
- Helping to validate that new technologies and product concepts are fit for purpose
An ideal candidate is likely to be:
- Working towards a degree-level qualification in science, engineering, technology, or related discipline
- Interested in quality, and able to appreciate what this means in practice to our users
- A clear communicator, methodical and rigorous, with a logical approach to problem solving
- Familiar with computers, and the use of Command Line Interfaces. Basic scripting ability and an interest in programming would also be an advantage
- Passionate and knowledgeable about music, audio technology
About the Focusrite Group
Doing a 12-month placement at the Focusrite Group is like becoming one of the family. A rapidly growing, global family. We’re focused on providing opportunities for everyone and anyone to enjoy creating music.
Our placements are very popular, and that’s mainly because you can really get stuck in during your year with us. We don’t ask you to answer the phones and do the photocopying. We want you to help develop our products, market our brands, speak to our customers and make us better. A lot of our previous placement candidates are now full-time employees.
All placements last for 12-months. We pay you £5100 per year ( 7100 for London-based roles), and you get to share some of the same benefits as our permanent employees.
Our brands, Focusrite, Focusrite Pro, Novation, Ampify, ADAM Audio, Martin Audio, Optimal Audio, Linea Research, Sequential, Oberheim, Sonnox, OutBoard and TiMax come together around a common mission to remove barriers to creativity.
We work hard. We are professional. And we play hard too. We select really, really talented and passionate people. And we absolutely love our work. So if you think you can bring something new to the mix, we look forward to hearing from you.
Please apply for as many of our placements as you wish.
Timetable for applications:
Deadline to apply: 29th November 2025
Interviews: January – February 2026
Offers made by: 27th February 2026
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage people to apply regardless of religion, ethnic background, nationality, sexual orientation or gender identity. We recognise the diversity shortcomings of our industry and are committed to driving change. Equally, we recognise the major impact that climate change is having on our world and work every day towards being industry leaders in a carbon neutral future.
Embedded Systems Engineer
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Position: Embedded Systems Engineer
Location: Cookridge, Leeds
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000
KO2's client, a growing technology business based in Cookridge, Leeds, is looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer to join their team. The company design and develop a unique device for the monitoring of energy technology, and they are seeking an engineer who can contribute to the next generation of their product.
The ideal candidate will have a background in electronics design, covering both analogue and digital circuit development, alongside experience programming in Embedded C. However, KO2's client is open to applications from candidates who are stronger in either electronics or embedded software, or those who can combine both skillsets.
This role offers the chance to work on a product at the forefront of modern communications technology. Knowledge of LoRaWAN, RF, or LPWAN would be highly desirable, as the device relies on cutting-edge communication protocols. Previous experience with LoRaWAN, RF or related wireless systems will allow you to make an immediate impact.
Key skills and experience:
- Strong background in analogue and digital electronics design
- Ability to write and debug Embedded C code
- Experience with embedded software development and testing
- Knowledge of LoRaWAN, RF, or LPWAN communication technologies
- Enthusiasm for product development in a growing, forward-thinking teaM
Why join?
- Work on a real-world product that supports the monitoring of innovative energy systems
- Be part of a supportive team environment where embedded software and electronics expertise come together
- Opportunity to develop new skills in LoRaWAN, RF, and low-power communication system
KO2's client understands that the right individual may bring strengths in electronics, embedded software, or both. If you are motivated to contribute to the development of next-generation monitoring devices and want to work with technologies such as LoRaWAN and RF, this role could be the ideal fit.
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Embedded Systems Engineer
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Position: Embedded Systems Engineer
Location: Cookridge, Leeds
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000
KO2's client, a growing technology business based in Cookridge, Leeds, is looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer to join their team. The company design and develop a unique device for the monitoring of energy technology, and they are seeking an engineer who can contribute to the next generation of their product.
The ideal candidate will have a background in electronics design, covering both analogue and digital circuit development, alongside experience programming in Embedded C. However, KO2's client is open to applications from candidates who are stronger in either electronics or embedded software, or those who can combine both skillsets.
This role offers the chance to work on a product at the forefront of modern communications technology. Knowledge of LoRaWAN, RF, or LPWAN would be highly desirable, as the device relies on cutting-edge communication protocols. Previous experience with LoRaWAN, RF or related wireless systems will allow you to make an immediate impact.
Key skills and experience:
- Strong background in analogue and digital electronics design
- Ability to write and debug Embedded C code
- Experience with embedded software development and testing
- Knowledge of LoRaWAN, RF, or LPWAN communication technologies
- Enthusiasm for product development in a growing, forward-thinking teaM
Why join?
- Work on a real-world product that supports the monitoring of innovative energy systems
- Be part of a supportive team environment where embedded software and electronics expertise come together
- Opportunity to develop new skills in LoRaWAN, RF, and low-power communication system
KO2's client understands that the right individual may bring strengths in electronics, embedded software, or both. If you are motivated to contribute to the development of next-generation monitoring devices and want to work with technologies such as LoRaWAN and RF, this role could be the ideal fit.
Embedded Systems Engineer
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Embedded Systems Engineer
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