principal hardware engineer jobs in Didcot

You will play a key role in the design, development, and support of electronic and RF-enabled products used in safety-critical environments.

You will be an experienced electronics engineer who is comfortable taking responsibility and working in a practical, delivery-focused environment.

You will hold a degree in engineering, computer science or have equivalent experience.

You will demonstrate experience in the following areas: Significant relevant experience of JavaScript, HTML and CSS with a focus on developing and enhancing web applications with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React & NextJS.

You will lead PA activities across one or more of our flagship missions, supporting project and engineering teams. With opportunities to cover across hardware, software and ground segment, this is a great chance to broaden experience on a novel In-Orbit Service, Assembly, and Manufacturing mission.

You will work independently and support other Nuclear Safety consultants, ensuring high‑standard, timely delivery across new build, decommissioning, and ongoing operational facilities. Opportunities exist to develop new skills and mentor graduate consultants.

You will act as a policy‑facing expert on carbon capture and storage (CCS) and hydrogen, supporting the European Commission, Member States and international institutions in the design, assessment and implementation of industrial decarbonisation policies and regulatory frameworks.

You will support clients across new build, decommissioning, and ongoing operational projects, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard, on time, and to the agreed programme. This role offers opportunities to develop new skills, refresh existing ones, and work with new clients.

You will also support and mentor graduate consultants.

Principal EC&I Engineer Warrington, Cheshire/ Abingdon, Oxfordshire/ Glasgow Permanent Main Purpose of Job: Definition and distribution of the scope of work to ensure that all work is executed safely, on time and at appropriate levels of quality. Delivery of all design and engineering to meet the requirements of Design Reviews and HAZOPs within Project procedures. Supervision of less...

Job Description Principal Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear, COR7349 As a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer, the Principal Mechanical Engineer will take complete ownership of projects relating to the delivery of world class technology solutions, such as handling systems in complex hazardous environments. In a client-facing role, including travelling to nuclear sites and facilities across the UK...

You will be expected to demonstrate significant experience in a modelling or engineering background at either a consultancy, water company or regulator.

You will have experience in resource utilisation management relating to project delivery management.

You will also be responsible for:

OverviewA deep-tech organisation developing advanced computing and sensing hardware seeks an experienced Optical Engineer to design, analyse and integrate complex optical systems. You’ll translate experimental concepts into engineered solutions and work hands-on across design, assembly and test activities in a multidisciplinary R&D environment.Key Responsibilities * Lead development of optical...

You will play a key role in the design, development, and support of electronic and RF-enabled products used in safety-critical environments.

You will be an experienced electronics engineer who is comfortable taking responsibility and working in a practical, delivery-focused environment.

Aim high, go beyond! At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on… Working in our Chief Technology Office (CTO) The CTO division is where Open Cosmos technology comes to life. Covering engineering, product...

You will need to be a UK national and able to obtain and maintain a UK Government Security Clearance. Further details found here:

You will be assigned to projects where you will work with and be supported by other engineers to develop and deliver engineering solutions to meet the needs of our customers.

You will have gained or be on track to achieve a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM Subject in one of the following subject areas:

Junior Mechanical EngineerA pioneering technology company working at the forefront of advanced physics and next-generation hardware is expanding its UK R&D capability. The organisation develops cutting-edge systems and devices for high-performance computing, sensing and instrumentation applications, collaborating with a global network of technical partners. Due to ongoing growth, they are seeking...

Aim high, go beyond! At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on… Working in our Chief Technology Office (CTO) The CTO division is where Open Cosmos technology comes to life. Covering engineering, product...

You will be managing all aspects of a development from requirements capture through to concept definition, design, implementation, all levels of testing and orbital operations support.

Aim high, go beyond! At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on… The CTO division is where Open Cosmos technology comes to life. Covering engineering, product development, and technical innovation, the team designs,...

You will also support aspects relating to quality and stock management, keeping clear and appropriate documentation. Throughout all stages you are engaging with colleagues from R&D and project management departments. What you need to be successful - You’ll need to be an all-rounder, with hands on skills in mechanical and electrical assembly, as well as operating linux systems

Aim high, go beyond! At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges for space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on… The CTO division is where Open Cosmos technology comes to life. Covering engineering, product development, and technical innovation, the team designs,...