> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/332266-hardware-support-asset-control-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/332266-hardware-support-asset-control-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Support & Asset Control Engineer - **Company:** Expleo - **Location:** Portsmouth, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** June 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e3a9ce867487bc79 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems engineering?, * HNC in engineering with ideally electronics or systems engineering background. * Where applicable suitable experience in addition to a lower qualification would be acceptable. Essential skills: * Hardware support * Equipment handling * Asset and inventory control * Stock take activity & record updating * Disposal coordination * Rig and rack build support, cabling, hardware installation, * Technical housekeeping * Task prioritisation * Stakeholder communication * Disciplined record keeping Desired skills: * Familiarity with defence working practices * Configuration awareness * Procurement support, technical documentation, and working within controlled hardware environments Experience: * Hands-on experience in hardware support, rig build, rack build, lab support, or technical environment support roles * Experience with stock control, inventory updates, and equipment tracking * Experience handling hardware moves, decommissioning, disposal, or asset lifecycle activity * Experience building or supporting hardware solutions including racks, rigs, cabling, and equipment installation * Experience working in a structured engineering, technical, or operational environment * Defence, marine, or regulated engineering environment experience desirable * Exposure to technical stores, asset management, or configuration-controlled environments desirable * Experience supporting procurement through quotations, technical specs, or supplier information gathering desirable * Experience in integration labs, equipment rooms, or test environments desirable What do I need before I apply: * UK sole National * SC Cleared with no caveats * Ability/willingness to attend the client site in Portsmouth 5 days per week ## Description The successful candidate will be a practical and reliable hardware support engineer with experience in physical hardware environments, asset control, and hands-on build activity. The individual should be comfortable balancing inventory accuracy, physical hardware tasks, and day-to-day operational support under direction from the client team. He/she will likely have an electronics or systems engineering background and be conversant with legislation compliance with industry, environmental and safety standards. The role will be based on the client site in Portsmouth. We are looking for an energetic and driven engineer with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates from highly regulated industries such as marine, military, aerospace, nuclear or rail. This role represents a great opportunity to work in a role which contributes directly to the security of the UK and our allies. Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach. Responsibilities: Key areas of responsibilities include: * Support equipment clear-out, removal, and disposal activities * Maintain inventory records including stock takes, moves, additions, and disposals * Support the build of hardware solutions including deliverable units, rigs, racks, and cabling * Assist with quotations, specifications, and procurement support information for hardware purchases * Work to prioritised tasking set by the BAE PM or WPM * Maintain accurate records and ensure hardware assets are physically and administratively controlled * Support general hardware operations activity as directed by programme need, As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: + Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible + Communicating and promoting vacancies + Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job + Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required + Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people ## Related Videos - [Great DevEx and Regulatory Compliance - Possible?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1426-great-devex-and-regulatory-compliance-possible) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - "Fun and games - and all that comes with it", Back to BASIC & more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1719-wearedevelopers-live-fun-and-games-and-all-that-comes-with-it-back-to-basic-more) - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [A Deep Dive on How To Leverage the NVIDIA GB200 for Ultra-Fast Training and Inference on Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1625-a-deep-dive-on-how-to-leverage-the-nvidia-gb200-for-ultra-fast-training-and-inference-on-kubernetes) ## Related Articles - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Guide for Expats Living in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/355-guide-for-expats-living-in-the-uk) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk)