http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/technical-consultancy/ ecm selection - high-tech recruitment specialists : recent jobs en-gb Copyright: (C) ECM Selection 180 http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/images/ecm_logo_2.jpg http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/technical-consultancy/ Cambridge, to £60k : High-tech Projects, Growing Consultancy. Summary: High calibre, experienced Mechanical Engineer sought by growing consultancy, Cambridge, to £60k This growing consultancy seeks a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer to work as a consultant on a wide range of projects in microfluidics, optics, micro-mechanical devices and products such as medical diagnostics, fuel cells, displays and sensors, for a range of markets from healthcare to consumer products. You will have excellent mechanical engineering skills to lead demanding development projects and build new business to join their team. You will have first class technical and communication skills, experience at leading large multidisciplinary projects and an interest in and aptitude for developing business. You must have 1st or 2.1 degree from leading institute; a track record of commercialising complex mechanical systems or technology in an industrial setting and delivering technology-based projects against challenging timelines and product requirements; excellent market awareness and capability to develop new market opportunities for technology; and very good communication and team skills including leading multi-disciplinary science and engineering teams. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in this highly challenging environment. Keywords: Mechanical, 1st, 2.1, Consultant, Cambridge. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineering-consultant-017497.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:26:41 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineering-consultant-017497.html Cambridge, to £50k : High-tech Consultancy, client facing. Summary: This high-tech consultancy seeks high calibre experimental physicists to work on a range of projects, Cambridge, to £50k. This high growth consultancy seeks a number of experimental physicists to join a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, developing leading edge technologies such as microfluidics, optics, micro-mechanical devices and products such as medical diagnostics, fuel cells, displays and sensors for a range of markets from healthcare to consumer products. You will work as an experimental physicist applying skills to create innovative solutions to real-world problems within technically demanding technology and product development projects. You will also participate in the client interface, communication and management and take responsibility for best in class project delivery. You must have a 1st or 2.1 degree in physics with an applied PhD from a leading institute; broad experience in experimental physics, preferably including: sensors, actuators, optics/optoelectronics, fluidics; and very good oral and written communication, presentation, and team skills. Project management and commercial experience will be an advantage. Keywords: 1st, 2.1, PhD, Cambridge, Experimental Physics, Sensors, Medical Devices, Consultant. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/experimental-physicist-017495.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:20:22 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/experimental-physicist-017495.html Cambridge, to £45k : Top Consultancy, Electronics or Computer Science skills. Summary: Top high tech consultancy seeks bright ambitious Software or Hardware Engineers for medical devices projects, Cambridge, to £45k This growing consultancy seeks a number of engineers to join their group focussing on drug delivery devices, manufacturing systems, diagnostic instrumentation and surgical technology. You must have the ability to hit the ground running and be immediately effective in technically challenging projects where you can contribute to, and/or lead demanding assignments. With at least a 2.1 Hons degree from a good university in Electronics or Computer Science, with excellent communication skills, a good mixture of analytical, experimental and creative capabilities and a strong track record (or demonstrable interest) in medical device development. This is an excellent opportunity to work in this stimulating technology environment with professional career development possible into a variety of technical, business and leadership roles. Keywords: Consultant, 1st, 2.1, Medical Devices, Software, Hardware, Cambridge. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/medical-devices-hardware-or-software-017493.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:13:39 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/medical-devices-hardware-or-software-017493.html Cambridgeshire, £negotiable + superb benefits : Embedded C, Xilinx MicroBlaze, Keil Compiler. Summary: a great opportunity for a developer with commercial experience of C programming of the MicroBlaze in the Xilinx environment. Would suit second jobber particularly. Our client is a leader in their specialised and challenging domain, developing products and providing consultancy to a wide variety of companies across the globe. They now have an opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop embedded software products and services. You will work on multiple projects, but the main focus of your work will be a new project to develop ground-breaking instrumentation. You'll be responsible for the project from initial specification through development, testing and delivery. Your further responsibilities will include: delivering an effective service to internal and external customers, showing creativity in technical performance, working without supervision and solving problems through investigation or negotiation. The role is about C programming of the MicroBlaze in the Xilinx environment. The environment uses the Keil compiler and Xilinx ISE toolset. You will need to have completed a commercial project in a very similar environment. In particular, you will typically be using C to: - Write a control loop or use the Xilinx Kernel to control the machine tasks - Move data around from the memory on the FPGA over a socket - Interface and write code for an 8051 microcontroller for a front panel display In addition to a truly outstanding benefits package, our client offers a fantastic work environment and a comprehensive training programme, incorporating both in-house and external courses to support the continued development of staff. Keywords: embedded software, C, C++, Xilinx, Keil compiler, Xilinx ISE, Cambridgeshire Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/embedded-software-engineer-018070.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:14:31 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/embedded-software-engineer-018070.html Cambridge, £20k + DOE : Maths, Phys, Chem, Materials, Biosciences. Summary: Use your scientific and technical skills in a free-thinking and dynamic technical consultancy. Outside-the-box thinkers needed. Fresh gradates upwards - Cambridge, from £20k depending on experience. With this specialist technical consultancy working with clients across the globe to create groundbreaking products and exciting new business opportunities. Our clients pride themselves on creating brilliant new products and concepts, which are both technically feasible and commercially valuable. They require ambitious, motivated and creative scientists and engineers to join their existing team of consultants. You will have a top-notch science or engineering degree (preferably a 1st from a top uni) and probably a PhD as well. You should also be a strong communicator, able to express yourself clearly and credibly and the capability for rapid learning and innovative thinking. You will also be able to display dedication and a sense of fun. Like our client you will be passionate about converting ideas into reality. If this sounds like you then don't delay, apply today! Keywords: Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Materials Science, Biochemistry, Biotech, Consultancy, 1st, PhD. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/scientific-consultant-016407.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:29:04 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/scientific-consultant-016407.html Cambridgeshire, to £35k : Design Consultancy - broad range of skills ideally. Summary: An excellent opportunity to join a high-powered technical consultancy with an interesting variety of work. With this small but growing technical consultancy based near Cambridge. Our client is a young product design and development consultancy doing ground-breaking work in a range of industries. Due to expansion, they are looking for a very bright Electronics Engineer to join their group. To be successful, you will be able to contribute to multi-disciplinary teams working in a wide range of technical disciplines. You must be self-motivated, comfortable in a client-facing environment and extremely adaptable. You'll have a good degree (ideally 1st Class Hons) in a relevant subject from a top university, and excellent communication skills. You can show: - ability to deliver demanding projects to high quality, on time and on budget - a background in embedded software and hardware development A variety of level of experience will be considered, from recent PhDs to applicants experienced within another technical consultancy or in the energy, healthcare, consumer or high-tech industrial sectors. In return, our client offers a good salary and benefits, as well as a very pleasant working environment. Key words: electronics, software, control systems, consultancy, energy, healthcare, consumer, industrial, team leading, Cambridgeshire Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-electronics-engineer-017746.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:04:55 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-electronics-engineer-017746.html West Midlands, £Competitive : PCBs, hardware and software partitioning, client facing. With this well-established but dynamic product consultancy developing state of the art new products. Due to expansion, our client is seeking an exceptional Lead Electronics Engineer / Project Manager with extensive product development experience to join their technical team. Our client offers an impressive diversity of work across a variety of sectors. You can expect to work on multiple projects in widely differing areas, being constantly exposed to new products and needing to learn and understand new technologies and processes. You'll be involved in the full product/project lifecycle from proposal to completion. You will be required to liaise directly with clients, take on project management responsibilities as well as technical leadership roles, and also work independently where necessary. The work will involve board-level design including schematic capture and PCB layout. This is a demanding role and you'll be expected to have a 2.1 or 1st Class degree in Electronic Engineering from a top university, together with substantial experience, ideally from a consultancy background. You must have good communication skills and be able to pick things up quickly, and work to deadlines, quality standards and budgets. A competitive benefits package together with ongoing training is on offer for the right candidate. Keywords: product design, consultancy, healthcare, PCB design, board-level design, EMC, Midlands. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/lead-electronic-engineer-consultant-017953.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:52:33 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/lead-electronic-engineer-consultant-017953.html Cambridge, to £60k : Medical Devices, Top Consultancy. Summary: This growing high technology consultancy seeks an experienced Project Leader to work on the development of medical devices, Cambridge, to £60k. This growing consultancy seeks an experienced project leader with a strong track record in one of the following areas; drug delivery devices, diagnostic instrumentation or surgical technology. You will have a passion for delivering technology research and/or product development projects to time and to budget, as well as having excellent client?relation management skills. You will lead demanding medical technology projects with responsibility for a project team consisting of engineers, physicists, designers and technicians, managing all aspects of a project including proposals, financial management, execution, resources, client communications, and on-going sales. You will have a first class or upper second class degree in engineering or physics; excellent communication and presentation skills; a passion for challenging technology and/or product development activities; gravitas derived from significant experience gained in a relevant medical sector; and be familiar with the regulatory context of medical device development. This is an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in medical technologies within a growing technology company. Keywords: Medical Devices, Physics, Design, Consultancy, Cambridge, 1st, 2.1. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/project-leader-017287.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:25:10 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/project-leader-017287.html Hertfordshire, c£60k + superb package : Top Qualifications, Problem Solving, Team Management. Summary: This is a Senior Level Programme Manager role where you can make a real impact. It is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project / Programme Manager with an outstanding academic record, solid numerical abilities, excellent business judgement and proven team leading / communication skills. Based in South Herts. This major blue-chip company seeks an exceptionally able candidate who can offer an impressive level of academic achievement, proven interpersonal / team leading experience, and the drive to deliver projects to improve business process. As an experienced Project / Programme Manager, you will lead a high profile programme of work to deliver improvement. You will develop a four year vision for an improvement programme and build the team to deliver that vision. Your programme will drive innovation through close partnership with stakeholders across the business and suppliers. In addition to an excellent numerate degree from a top tier university, you should have proven experience in balancing priorities, and successfully delivering objectives, in a fast paced, constantly changing environment. You should be able to demonstrate success in leading medium to large (£10m+) change management programmes, with the intellectual acumen to be able to understand and solve complicated problems and appreciate how technology can be harnessed to deliver operational improvements. Previous work in a high profile Consultancy environment would be ideal. A strong interest in technology and its uses in delivering operational improvements would also be an advantage. In addition to a competitive salary the role offers a wide-ranging benefits package. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/experienced-programme-change-manager-018095.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:05:50 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/experienced-programme-change-manager-018095.html Cambridge, to £55k : Physics, Sensing, Signal Processing. This leading consultancy develop complex products across a range of commercial sectors. Scientists, physicists and engineers work on client assignments in multidisciplinary project teams, sometimes on more than one project concurrently and in different team roles. High quality work is essential from every team member. A strong desire to learn to develop and implement solutions with different technologies and for different target markets is essential. As a senior physicist or engineer you will be expected to provide innovation and technical leadership during the complete project life cycle. Projects often commence with a loose brief from a client, from this you will be expected to architect a technical solution. During the delivery of the project you will be expected to take responsibility for the technical solution, working closely with the team as well as interfacing at a senior level within the client organisation. As your experience develops opportunities exist to progress in a variety of directions, depending on the individual. Commercial, project management and senior technical routes are all recognised within our career development structure. Minimum requirements To meet the requirements of this role you will have: · A good first degree or PhD in Physics or a related Engineering discipline · Experience of product development in a consultancy or fast moving organisation · Proven technical leadership experience in a commercial environment · Broad engineering skills, including electronics hardware, software and mechanical engineering. · An imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems · An outline understanding of a wide range of physical sensing technologies. · Excellent practical problem solving skills. · Excellent mathematical skills · Good communication skills, both verbal and written In addition, any experience of the following will also be beneficial: · Experience of commercial negotiations and the sales process · Experience of algorithm development for sensing applications · Experience of radio system design for communications, radar or location. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/senior-physicist-engineer-017837.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:56:39 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/senior-physicist-engineer-017837.html Cambridge, to £50k : Market Modelling, DCF analysis, KPI. This leading consultancy combine highly creative lateral thinking with excellent commercial and technical skills to form a powerful team centered on maximising the value of technology. Their work covers: · Market modelling, business case development and discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis · Benefits realisation, tracking and performance, including implementation of Key Performance Indicators · Change management · Risk assessment · Strategy development · Business process analysis · Your primary role will be to provide management consultancy support to clients, predominantly, but not exclusively, in the public sector arena. You will be taking the lead role in delivery of project work including planning, proposal generation, liaison with clients, project management and final delivery. Your strong technical and management expertise will make a significant contribution to consultancy projects, often with you working on more than one concurrently. To achieve this, you will be expected to: · Be a highly effective communicator with the ability to write, present, facilitate, and conduct interviews · Have good sales awareness and be able to support sales delivery · Have excellent team working skills including the ability to budget and direct work where necessary · Have flexibility, energy and a constructive approach to challenges · Have the ability to deliver the type of work undertaken by the group · Be comfortable working with clients at all levels of an organisation. To meet the demanding requirements of this role you will have a first degree from a good university, with demonstrable technical expertise. PhD and/or an MBA would be an advantage, as would experience of consultancy. You will have a track record of delivering challenging projects against tight time and budget constraints. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/senior-analyst-017792.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:15:08 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/senior-analyst-017792.html Cambridge, to £40k : Opto-electronics, C, Matlab. Summary: Working within multi-disciplinary teams undertaking design tasks principally of new optical and opto-electronic systems. The work often involves the combination of the development of hardware solutions operating in conjunction with signal processing electronics and algorithms, sometimes encompassing sophisticated mathematical techniques. The role offers many varied opportunities for the personal development of technical and commercial skills. Specific responsibilities This is an excellent opportunity for a physicist with the ambition and ability to achieve excellent results in a highly demanding industry and to find novel and radical solutions to new and existing problems under tough commercial and time restraints. You will be using your strong technical skills to make a significant contribution to development projects, from initial concepts through to final delivery. You will be taking the lead optical design role on multidisciplinary projects, including hands-on product development, design of optical and sensing systems and components, systems engineering, as well as taking the lead role in planning, proposal & concept generation, project management and liaison with clients. You will also use your strong creative and technical skills to make a significant contribution to development projects and to participate in consultancy work within client companies. Minimum requirements To meet the requirements of this role you will have: · A good first degree or PhD in physics or a related engineering discipline · Experience in delivering optical or opto-electronic systems, with an emphasis on sensing and analytical measurement · Experience in using optical design tools · An imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems · Good communication skills, both verbal and written In addition, any experience of the following will also be beneficial: · Product development in a commercial environment · C or MATLAB · Signal chain and system performance modelling and analysis · Algorithm development for sensing applications · Sensing technologies applicable to a range of physical effects Due to the nature of some of the work, it will be necessary to obtain security clearance for the successful applicant, and therefore the applicant must hold UK nationality. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/optical-physicist-017833.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:29:20 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/optical-physicist-017833.html Cambridge, £60k : Client facing high technology consultancy. Summary: High Technology Consultancy; Engineering or Applied Physics technologist to develop leading edge products. With this high growth technology consultancy. You will be a creative, technically skilled engineer, who is highly motivated and capable of identifying and developing commercial opportunities. You must be able to demonstrate initiative and to work to deadlines under pressure You will have an excellent degree 1st or 2:1 in Engineering (or applied physics) from a University with an excellent reputation in your subject, with solid experience in a product development role, with project leading experience, ideally including customer/client contact. Your personal qualities will be creative, highly motivated self-starter, energetic and ambitious, with excellent communication skills. Key Skills: Excellent academics, engineering, applied physics, product development. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineer-015499.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineer-015499.html Surrey, to £40k : Information & Communication Services. With this growing technical consultancy providing technical and related management consultancy services to help customers make the best use of information and communications services. They offer challenging and rewarding work and the opportunity to work with some of the UK's brightest technical consultants in a stimulating environment. These key appointments will work within a team on several assignments at a time, and most assignments last 3-6 months - you must have experience in at least one of the following: Programme/project management support; Procurement support (including PFI and outsourcing); IS/IT strategy development; Business analysis and requirements specification; IT/communication architecture development, including web-based architectures; Information security; and/or Knowledge management. With excellent academic qualifications i.e. 1st or 2.1 from a good university in computer science, physics, engineering or maths, plus A's & B's at A level, you will have 2-4 years experience, ideally from public sector consultancy background, with experience of marketing, selling and delivering IT/business consultancy to central government and/or defence markets. Your interpersonal, written and presentation skills will also be excellent. You will be expected to work on defence work from time to time and therefore you must not have any ethical qualms in this respect and, due to the nature of some of the work that is undertaken for government customers, our client are only able to consider UK nationals. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/technical-consultants-015596.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:40:39 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/technical-consultants-015596.html Cambridge, to £45k+bens : All-round design/engineering skills, 3D CAD. Our client is an expanding, highly professional and award-winning technical consultancy developing state of the art new products. They offer a stimulating work environment in an exceptional location close to Cambridge, with excellent benefits and career development prospects. Due to growth, they are now seeking a Consultant Mechanical Engineer. Working within our client's multidisciplinary teams on major development projects, you will be responsible for developing mechanical designs for a range of products and processes in the healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors. Your challenge is to solve some of the most intractable of problems. In return your ingenuity will be rewarded with the satisfaction of seeing your ground-breaking new creations launched in the market, making a real difference. Requirements: - 1st or 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering from a leading university - Strong technical abilities in many of the following areas: Concept generation; Mechanism design; Materials selection; Analysis of static, dynamic, fluid of thermodynamic systems; Design for high and low volume manufacturing; 3D CAD - Evidence of project leadership and presentation skills - At least 5 years experience in one of the following commercial environments: technical / design consultancy; technology start-up; new product development department - Strong drive to rapidly absorb and develop further technical, project leadership, and sales skills Keywords: mechanical engineer, mechanical engineering, consultant, Cambridge, £excellent Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineer-016757.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineer-016757.html Cambridge, to c£30k + benefits : Outstanding Academic Record, Modelling, Some Software. With further growth, this innovative consultancy company now seek a bright candidate with a good physics knowledge and solid abilities in numerical modelling / computation and the development of algorithms. You should have a good understanding of the use of mathematical tools / languages - and experience in data / model fitting. With an outstanding academic record (Grade A in 'A' level Physics, 2.1 / 1st in Mathematics, Theoretical Physics or similar from a top University - ideally a relevant PhD) you will naturally be ambitious, with excellent communication skills. Any exposure to object oriented programming (languages such as C++ / Java) would be an advantage. A superb career development opportunity for the right candidate. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/bright-theoretical-physicist-mathematician-017932.html Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:18:13 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/bright-theoretical-physicist-mathematician-017932.html Cambridge, to £40k + Benefits : Outstanding Qualifications, Good Practical skills. Summary: A superb career development opportunity for an academically gifted Physics / Engineering graduate or PhD with solid practical skills, who now seeks their next step on the career ladder. This innovative company offer a supportive, bureaucracy-free consultancy environment where you can see your good ideas become real-world products. As a developer / consultant, you will work as part of a bright, motivated team in a practical hands on role - undertaking new product research, design and development whilst also liaising directly with clients to discuss their requirements - and transferring early stage concepts into low cost products for high volume production. Only the best need apply - as in addition to a very impressive record of academic achievement (2.1 Minimum, preferably in Physics, Engineering or a similar numerate subject, from a top University) you should also ideally offer practical commercial experience gained in industry, along with good communication skills / client-facing abilities. You should have a strong interest in the practical side of engineering. Although not required, a PhD in a relevant subject could be an advantage. Your skills should include: - An outstanding understanding of applied physics and engineering principles. - Able to work from first principles. - Ideally, some knowledge of design for manufacture and manufacturing processes. - Although not a prerequisite, any experience in analogue / digital electronics or power electronics design would be advantageous. - Practical laboratory or workshop experience. - Creativity and problem solving skills. - Good mathematical / analytical skills. - Self-motivation and an ability to operate with minimal supervision. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company with an open, friendly style - to enjoy your day-to-day responsibilities, and to rapidly progress your career. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/top-physicist-electronics-engineer-required-017735.html Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:14:52 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/top-physicist-electronics-engineer-required-017735.html Cambridge, to £40k : Low-power radio hardware and firmware. Summary: A superb opportunity for a smart Electronics Engineer with a strong RF background. This innovative company offer a supportive, bureaucracy-free consultancy environment where you can see your good ideas become real-world products. As a developer / consultant, you will work as part of a bright, motivated team in a practical hands on role - undertaking new product research, design and development whilst also liaising directly with clients to discuss their requirements - and transferring early stage concepts into low cost products for high volume production. Only the best need apply - as in addition to a very impressive record of academic achievement your experience should include: - design of low-power radio hardware and firmware (433MHz/868MHz/2.4GHz) - designing systems with a variety of modulation methods - designing or using different protocols - RF measurement techniques The following would be helpful: - experience with ZigBee or 802.15.4 - ability to program in C or C++ - design and layout of RF PCBs - understanding of antennas and matching - product qualification (EMC testing) experience This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company with an open, friendly style - to enjoy your day-to-day responsibilities, and to rapidly progress your career. Keywords: electronics, engineer, engineering, RF, radio, hardware, firmware, modulation, protocols, ZigBee, 802.15.4, PCBs, antennas, EMC, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/rf-engineer-018048.html Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:32:28 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/rf-engineer-018048.html Oxford, to £35k : SQL Server, Sybase/Oracle, XML, Financial Markets. Our client is an established player in the financial industry and they are currently seeking a Support Engineer to join their Oxford (UK) office. You will build and maintain good client relationships working closely with clients researching and replicating issues, implementing workarounds and resolutions utilising database-related configuration, scripting and testing techniques, and then communicating those resolutions and findings to the client. The role offers the opportunity for career progression to a senior position within the group, Technical Consultancy, or Project Management. Key Responsibilities: • Research and replication of issues • Implement workarounds and issue resolution • Testing and delivery of system upgrades, which involves packaging and testing database upgrade scripts and procedures, data comparison testing and reconciliation. • The role may include the production of detailed functional specifications for new system features. This will require a detailed analysis of the business user requirements and workflow processes. • Plan production releases through to deployment • Maintain a good working relationship with the clients Qualifications: • Degree in relevant subject Knowledge/Experience: • Credit Risk • Financial Markets knowledge • Implementation of PC based systems • Network support and troubleshooting Skills: • Microsoft Windows • Microsoft Office, especially Excel • Principally SQL Server, also Sybase/Oracle • XML • Web Programming • Active Directory Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/customer-support-engineer-018033.html Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:17:59 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/customer-support-engineer-018033.html Cambridge, £superb! : Bright, outgoing and competitive? Interested in technology?. Trainee Recruitment Consultants, Cambridge, £superb! We offer unlimited earnings potential... Are you bright, outgoing and seeking a people-oriented role, with reward geared to your own efforts? About you: You are a graduate, ideally in a numerate subject although others will be considered. You are competitive, with the drive to succeed. You’d like to gain commercial experience in a sales-oriented (but supportive) environment. You want to remain in, or move to, Cambridge. And you have a broad interest in new technologies. Most of all, you like the sound of achievement directly linked to your own initiative and hard work. You might not have previously considered working in recruitment, but we can offer you a brand new challenge involving variety and people contact. Your main task will be to find suitable, high calibre candidates for our clients - leading UK high-tech companies. Communication is key, so you’ll need to be able to express yourself well in writing, and have a pleasant telephone manner and good attention to detail. You are a high achiever, self-driven and don’t need ‘micro management’. Above all, you must be able to show that you want to succeed in a competitive environment and be the best. About us: ecm is a specialist recruitment consultancy with an enviable reputation. All our senior consultants are degree qualified engineers who have worked in the industry. We most definitely aren’t the typical 'pushy' agency you might have come across. Based in our own modern offices within cycling distance of central Cambridge, we have room for expansion and are actively seeking to further grow our business. We offer a friendly, relaxed but professional environment, working within a small team. As a company we’ve been around a long time, so we’re probably doing some things right, but we’re by no means complacent - your ideas, initiative and input into the business will be welcomed. Be part of ecm’s success: You’ll receive training and mentoring to help you quickly become effective. You may not get rich on the basic salary but with an uncapped commission structure, your earnings potential is unlimited. Interested? For an informal, no obligation discussion please phone Martin Constantinides, director, on (01223) 81 33 99 or email him on martin @ ecmselection.co.uk. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/trainee-recruitment-consultants-018147.html Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:36:12 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/trainee-recruitment-consultants-018147.html Cambridge or US, to £34k + exceptional benefits : Materials consultancy, Excel, VBA, SQL, US travel. Summary: Excellent opportunity for a customer-facing materials scientist with a US passport to join this leading software company. Cambridge or US, to £34k + US travel + exceptional benefits. Our client is a leading name in materials science software for academia, education and commercial use. Their materials science software is used by some of the leading names in sectors as diverse as aerospace, defence, energy, medical, electronics and petrochemical, to assess the benefits of different materials. Using their software tools materials can be selected on a wide range of metrics including chemical and physical properties, biocompatibility, environmental impact, cost and more. Due to the ongoing success of their products they now have an opportunity for a customer-facing materials scientist to work closely with their US customers. You will travel to sites in the US to help customers implement their software and to provide on-site consultancy and training. The ideal candidate will have a good degree in materials science, metallurgy, mechanical engineering or similar and will be a US citizen holding a valid US passport. Any knowledge of materials databases and Excel, VBA or SQL would be beneficial. Preferably this role will be based out of Cambridge, UK although exceptional candidates who wish to be based in the US will also be considered. As well as a competitive salary and pleasant offices in central Cambridge your benefits will include a extraordinarily generous company pension scheme, income protection, death in service, health cover and/or gym membership, employer supported childcare, a cycle to work scheme, share options and flexible working hours. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/materials-scientist-us-citizen-017692.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:37:17 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/materials-scientist-us-citizen-017692.html Cambridgeshire, to £40k : Electro Mechanical, Medical Devices. Our client is looking to recruit an innovative and proactive Mechanical Engineer, to become involved in a range of projects. Products are designed for a range of industries including medical devices and consumer products. Typically these products involve complex design issues, as a highly optimised solution is required containing complex electro-mechanical systems. Essential Experience & Skills: Your skills will include some, or all, of the following: · Significant mechanical design experience to include the development of new products, ideally gained within a consultancy or commercial environment; · Innovative and complex mechanical systems, manufacturing processes and analytical problem solving capability; · Experience of working in a multi-skilled environment (i.e. developing electro-mechanical products); · Team leading experience, involving guiding and planning team member’s activities; · Experience of managing projects to tight budgets and timescales; · Strong interpersonal and communications skills – confident and capable in a client facing role. Preferred Skills: The candidate should have: · Knowledge of transfer to manufacture, manufacture process, medical device regulations, FDA submissions, type testing; · Exposure to medical device development process; · Risk assessment/risk management; · CAD design experience (e.g. Solidworks); · Analytical skills experience (e.g. FEA, moldflow, COMSOL); · Have an ambition to learn challenging new skills and technologies and enjoy learning “on the job”. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineering-015470.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:20:10 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineering-015470.html Cambridgeshire, to £27k : Medical, Healthcare, Matlab. This leading Science and Technology consultancy are looking for a Physicist to become involved in a range of projects with a particular focus on medical devices. You will be involved in contributing ideas/concepts for new products and services. This role requires a good team player and candidates must be able to demonstrate good project coordination, first-rate prioritising and enthusiasm for learning new skills and techniques and solving problems. Essential Experience & Skills The ideal candidate will be a graduate with an excellent academic track record with some relevant industrial experience and able to demonstrate insight and innovation. They will be enthusiastic about building a career in a consulting environment to include client facing duties and project management responsibilities. You should have: · A good academic track record, with at least a 2.1 or equivalent in a related discipline (a Masters or PhD would be advantageous from a leading university); post degree industrial experience would be an advantageous · A good working knowledge of physics · Excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to analyse a wide range of data, structure their thoughts well, draw robust conclusions, and communicate their conclusions in a clear concise way · Excellent attention to detail · The ability to work to deadlines · Good interpersonal skills, and be a strong team player. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/junior-physicist-018124.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:50:29 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/junior-physicist-018124.html Cambridgeshire, to £27k : Biochemistry, Medical Devices. This established consultancy work on assignments in the medical product, healthcare and consumer (FMCG) sectors. They are currently seeking an Analyst who will become involved in a range of projects. The role will include: · gathering data (in response to set questions), for example, market competitor data, functional approaches, research and technology options · carrying out detailed analysis of findings and data from projects · structuring presentations/conclusions, preparing workshop material and presenting results to the project manager/team · participating in client meetings and workshop sessions, where appropriate · liaising with clients, for example, conducting data collection interviews Qualifications and Education Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a good BSc in either biochemistry, molecular biology, biomedicine, pharmacology (or related disciplines), or equivalent. An MSc or PhD or equivalent and some relevant industrial or commercial experience would be advantageous. You will be enthusiastic about building a career in business and innovation consulting with emphasis on medical products, life science and healthcare industries. This will be a demanding role that would suit someone who enjoys variety, the ability to apply their skills in new and different areas and capable of “learning on the job”. In addition, the ideal candidate will have: · excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to analyse a wide range of data, structure their thoughts well, draw robust conclusions, and communicate their conclusions in a clear concise way · excellent attention to detail · the ability to work to deadlines · good interpersonal skills, and be a strong team player · good PC skills, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/life-sciences-analyst-graduate-018123.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:43:39 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/life-sciences-analyst-graduate-018123.html Cambridgeshire, to £60k : Assay, Medical Devices. This leading consultancy are looking for an Industrial Chemist who can become involved in a range of projects although there will be particular focus on working on project assignments in the medical product, healthcare and consumer (FMCG) sectors. The role will include: · supporting business sector heads in growing their footprint in the areas of assay systems and formulation · contributing ideas/concepts for new products and services · taking on a technical lead role in projects and initiatives requiring industrial chemistry, formulation and assay device skills; and mentoring and developing junior consultants in this technology area Qualifications and Education requirements: The ideal candidate will have a good Chemistry degree (and possibly higher degree) which has been applied in a commercial environment, specifically in the consumer and/or medical sector(s). You will be enthusiastic about helping to develop innovative solutions with emphasis on medical products, industrial and fast moving consumer goods industries. Essential Experience & Skills: · You will be expected to work in a technical capacity, taking on a programme/project management role or a technical lead role within the operating business. You will also support business development and sales activity, therefore must have client facing experience · Experience of design/development to regulatory approvals (e.g. FDA) · Knowledge of product/formulation development or processing · Consulting background, or experience of working with consulting organisations · Excellent attention to detail · The ability to work to deadlines · Good interpersonal skills, and be a strong team player. Key skills: Industrial Chemist, Assay Systems, Medical Products. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/industrial-chemist-018128.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:29:10 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/industrial-chemist-018128.html