Vantage Consulting

Software Engineer - C++ Leicester Our client is an established, innovative technology business with over 50 years of heritage developing high-precision measurement and colour science solutions. Their products are exported worldwide and used by some of the world's most recognisable brands. As the product range becomes increasingly software-driven, they are growing their development team and looking for a Software Engineer to join them in Leicester. The Role You'll be working within a small team of two, reporting directly to the Head of Software, contributing to the development and maintenance of a growing suite of PC and embedded applications used globally to calibrate and maintain precision measurement equipment. This is a hands-on role with genuine ownership. You'll be expected to work with a degree of autonomy, bring ideas to the table, and collaborate closely with colleagues across engineering disciplines in an open-plan environment. What You'll Be Doing Developing and maintaining C++ applications across PC and embedded platforms Building new software modules and contributing to the full development lifecycle Writing and managing automated tests Managing source control systems Working on projects that ship to global customers worldwide What We're Looking For Essential: Strong C++ skills (C+ and object-oriented design) A degree in Mathematics, Physics or a related technical discipline 1-2 years of post-university software development experience (or a strong graduate with demonstrable C++ knowledge) Good communication skills and the ability to thrive in a small, multi-disciplinary team Beneficial (not essential - training available): Experience with MFC or Qt frameworks Familiarity with OpenCV or image processing Knowledge of Boost or STL The Process Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a technical assessment (approximately 4-5 hours) as part of the hiring process. Working Hours & Location Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm (flexible start between 07:30-08:30) Friday: 8:00am-3:00pm 5 days on-site at their Leicester office Benefits 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 24 days at 5 years, 26 days at 10 years) Non-contractual annual bonus: 1,500- 2,000 Statutory pension (3%) Death in service - 4x salary Medicash health benefit Cycle to Work scheme

Electronic Systems Engineer (Optical Systems) Contract: 6 months, Rhyl, fully on-site, outside IR35 Overview I'm seeking an Electronic Systems Engineer with experience in optical and photonic systems. The role will involve the design, development, and integration of electronic systems used in optical sensing, imaging, and instrumentation applications. Key Responsibilities Design and develop electronic systems supporting optical and photonic technologies. Integrate electronics with components such as optical sensors, photodiodes, lasers, and imaging devices. Develop analogue and digital circuits for signal conditioning and system control. Support system integration, testing, and troubleshooting. Work collaboratively with engineers and technical teams to develop and improve products. Produce technical documentation and support prototype development. Requirements Experience in electronic system design and development. Understanding of optical sensing, photonics, or related technologies. Experience with PCB design and electronic test equipment. Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Test Engineer Field based Up to 40k Key Responsibilities Perform and document all testing activities for control and protection equipment. Conduct wire checking and scheme verification of control and protection panels. Identify and resolve design issues, providing immediate practical solutions where required. Test protection relays and associated equipment. Lead and manage Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs). Ensure panels are fully tested, compliant, and ready for site dispatch. Adhere to all health and safety procedures and maintain accurate testing documentation. Manage testing schedules, handover documentation, and witness records. Ensure all documentation is completed and submitted to the Project Manager prior to project closeout. Make minor adjustments to protection relay settings and configurations as required. Undertake additional duties as requested by senior staff within the business Experience required ONC (or equivalent) in Engineering. Minimum of 5 years' experience in a testing environment. Strong knowledge of control and protection schemes. Solid understanding of basic protection relays. Ability to read and verify electrical schematics. Competent in the use of multimeters and injection test equipment. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong leadership, organisational, and interpersonal abilities. Full UK driving licence. Ability to work effectively in a field-based environment and provide practical solutions under pressure.

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer Location: London / Hybrid (UK & Europe travel) Salary: 60K- 75K A leading smart buildings and enterprise IT consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to support the delivery of advanced Cisco-based network solutions across landmark sites in London and throughout Europe. Role Overview The business is seeking a technically strong and client-focused Senior Network Engineer based in London. The successful candidate will design, deliver, and support enterprise network infrastructures while acting as a trusted technical advisor to clients. From project delivery to Tier 3 troubleshooting and optimisation, this role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, consultancy skills, and hands-on implementation. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver Cisco-based network infrastructure projects across London and Europe Provide remote and on-site technical support to clients Investigate and resolve incidents in line with ITIL processes Lead Tier 3 troubleshooting and network optimisation Act as a client-facing technical consultant, leading meetings and providing strategic advice Oversee voice and data networks for key client environments Ensure successful project delivery while maintaining high service standards The Ideal Candidate 5 - 10 years' experience in networking or similar roles CCNP certified (CCNA desirable) Strong expertise in Cisco routers, switches, wireless, and voice technologies Proven experience in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting Familiar with ITIL practices and service management processes Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities What's on Offer Hybrid working with autonomy and clear progression routes Exposure to landmark sites and high-profile clients Opportunity to work with cutting-edge Cisco technologies Train travel reimbursement 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension scheme

Electronics Engineer (Embedded Systems) Nottingham Circa 50,000 08:00-17:00 (site-based) The Opportunity We are recruiting for an Electrical / Electronics Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing next-generation products within the electric vehicle (EV) charging and power control space. This is a hands-on role where you will take products from concept through design, validation, certification and into volume production. The business is scaling rapidly in response to evolving EV regulations and expanding international markets. You will join a collaborative engineering team of around 20 people, working closely with embedded software and EV domain specialists. The Role This position sits at the intersection of hardware and embedded software. You will be: Designing schematics and PCBs (Altium Designer preferred) Developing hardware around 32-bit processors (ARM-based platforms including i.MX93) Bringing up boards and writing low-level drivers Integrating devices via I2C, SPI, CAN, Modbus and related buses Working at driver level within embedded Linux or RTOS environments Supporting validation, certification and transition to volume manufacture Contributing to power electronics systems including mains-voltage switching and charge controller design There is also opportunity to support: Embedded Linux (Yocto-based systems) Test tooling and small PC-based applications (Python, C#, etc.) What We're Looking For Essential: Minimum HND (UK) ideally a degree from a UK university in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or similar Strong schematic capture and PCB design experience (Altium preferred) Experience taking at least one product from concept through validation and into production Solid embedded C / C++ (compiled language) capability Low-level driver development experience Experience working with hardware communication buses (I2C, SPI, CAN, Modbus etc.) Experience integrating chips into RTOS or embedded Linux environments Desirable: ARM Cortex experience (i.MX93 beneficial) Embedded Linux / Yocto experience FPGA exposure Experience writing PC-based test applications (Python, C#, Visual C++) EV, charging infrastructure or power electronics exposure Experience working with mains voltage switching / relay control The Environment Site-based engineering role (standard hours 08:00-17:00 to support factory integration) 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service) Two-stage interview process (Teams + onsite technical deep dive) Engineers are expected to demonstrate genuine ownership of previous projects Why Join? Work in a fast-moving EV sector with strong regulatory and commercial drivers Opportunity to influence products entering international markets Exposure across hardware, firmware and system-level integration Growing team with strong technical leadership Genuine end-to-end product ownership

Control Systems Engineer Peterborough The section of the business you will be employed by, specialise in the design and supply of customer standard process control systems to the food industry. You will work as a lead engineer within the business who can offer excellent progression and development in an international organisation. These are varied projects across both machinery and projects implementing their machinery into businesses across the world. The Role Leading turnkey projects, including time, cost and quality responsibilities Leading other multi-disciplined engineers on your projects Customer interface regarding all project matters, including commercial aspects Production of necessary documentation (FDS, Manuals etc.) Design and coding of PLC/SCADA control system software (Rockwell, Siemens TIA, Intouch are preferred) Testing and Acceptance testing with Customers Involvement with commissioning of systems on site Modifications to hardware and panels on site Training of Customer personnel Provision of Customer support services, including 24/7 out of hours support Skills: Technical or vocational diploma/degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field Proven experience delivering turnkey automation and controls projects with time, cost, and quality accountability Strong knowledge of PLC/SCADA control system software design and coding (preferably Rockwell and Siemens TIA) Familiarity with the food processing industry (highly advantageous) Strong communication skills Ability to lead and work effectively within a team Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally (approximately 30-40% annually)

Trainee Recruitment Consultant Stafford ST18 1st year OTE 37,000 Are you an ambitious and driven individual, who's passionate about people and wants to be part of a company that rewards hard work and celebrates success? If so, we want to hear from you! Vantage Consulting are looking for Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join our high-performing Permanent and Contract Recruitment Teams in 2026. Whether you're just starting out, or bringing some sales experience with you, this is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills alongside industry experts, and be part of a supportive, success-driven environment. Why Vantage? Vantage Consulting are a multi award winning specialist engineering recruitment business ranked within the top 2% of recruitment companies in the UK. We're proud to support a range of clients across the UK, Europe and America. Established in 2010 we've continued to push ourselves to break records whilst maintaining what's important to us, the relationships with our partners and with our people. We have a dedicated team of managers who will help you master your craft and set you on the road to success - 89% of our consultants exeeded targets in 2025! You'll receive a basic salary and uncapped commission structure up to 40%, as well as the following: Dedicated training academy Clear career progression framework Latest tools and technology 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday leave, life event leave and volunteering leave 5 team and individual incentives International trips to Ibiza, France, Morocco and more Flexible breaks for gym goers Regular charity and social events Long service sabbaticals The Role As the successful Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you'll be responsible for the end to end recruitment process within a specialist engineering market. You can expect to: Write and post engaging job adverts Proactively source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals and networking Qualify and screen candidates to evaluate skills and suitability Manage interview processes and negotiate offers Proactively identify and engage with new clients to generate new vacancies Manage long-term relationships with existing clients Work towards KPIs and revenue targets in a fast-paced environment About You To be successful for the role of Trainee Recruitment Consultant you'll be driven, personable and have an entrepreneurial mindset. You should also be able to demonstrate the following: Excellent communication skills Have a thirst for knowledge and self-development Be creative and seek innovation We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. Prior to commencing employment with the company, successful applicants must provide evidence of their entitlement to live and work in the UK. Therefore, if you are successful with your application, you will be required to provide one or a combination of the documents specified on the UK Government website prior to joining. APPLY If you're interested in applying for the Trainee Recruitment Consultant role or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Mollie Bond on (phone number removed) or Eva Pettit on (phone number removed) Want to learn more about life at Vantage Consulting? Follow us on Instagram to see more of our team and culture!

Senior Software Engineer (C++ / Windows Desktop) Warrington Full-Time 48,000- 52,000 + Bonus About The Company We're partnered with an organisation who design and manufacture high-performance systems used in cutting-edge scientific and industrial research. They are a medium-sized organisation with a collaborative, close-knit culture. The software team is small (currently four engineers), highly skilled and plays a central role in delivering mission-critical systems that scientists rely on every day. The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong expertise in C++ Windows desktop development to take a leading role in their flagship scientific application. This is not a maintenance-only role. You will: Lead development of a Windows desktop application written in C++ Control and interface with highly specialised scientific instrumentation Develop features that enable scientists to configure experiments, acquire data and perform analysis Optimise performance, improve security, and resolve complex technical issues Help ensure compliance as we expand into new global markets You'll be stepping into a key position within the team. With upcoming succession planning over the next 12 months, this role offers the opportunity to take increasing technical ownership and leadership responsibility. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop and maintain Windows desktop applications in C++ Enhance GUI functionality and user experience (RAD Studio preferred; Visual Studio also considered) Collaborate closely with scientists and engineers to implement data acquisition and analysis features Troubleshoot software issues, including critical release fixes where sound technical judgement is essential Contribute to compliance, performance optimisation and security improvements Provide occasional technical support input where required Produce clear documentation to support long-term maintainability This is effectively a full-stack desktop role - spanning UI design, application logic and system-level integration. About the Team 4-person software team Embedded developers supporting hardware integration A collaborative engineering environment within a manufacturing setting Strong knowledge-sharing culture Opportunity to learn from senior team members ahead of planned retirement transitions You'll be someone the team can trust, particularly when making technical decisions during high-pressure release situations. Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years' experience developing Windows desktop applications in C++ Strong experience in desktop GUI development Experience with RAD Studio (desirable) or Visual Studio Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience leading or taking ownership of software projects Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Experience Scientific, research, or manufacturing environments Developing GUI applications for scientific users Data acquisition or statistical data analysis APIs and inter-process communication Exposure to vacuum systems or laboratory equipment Understanding of compliance requirements for regulated markets BSc (or higher) in Computer Science or related discipline Working Arrangements Full-time, permanent 36.5 hours per week Monday to Friday Early finish on Fridays Initially on-site (5 days per week) Potential for ad hoc flexibility after probation (by discussion) Salary & Benefits 48,000- 52,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Annual company performance bonus Christmas bonus Annual July salary review (consistently awarded over the past 10 years) 23 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing up to 29 days + bank holidays) Private healthcare after two years' service Group Personal Pension Scheme Free on-site parking Professional development opportunities Interview Process Initial Zoom interview with Hiring Manager On-site technical interview with senior team members and Director Final commercial discussion Who This Role Suits This position is ideal for an experienced C++ desktop engineer who: Enjoys building robust, high-performance software Is confident taking technical ownership and leading projects Wants to work on meaningful scientific applications Values stability, long-term progression and technical depth over short-term churn If you're ready to play a key role in shaping mission-critical scientific software, we'd love to hear from you.