Hardware Engineer IOT Devices

This is a new role, ideally based at our Manchester office. It will also require a regular presence in our Head Office in Burnley - typically one day a week - so the successful applicant will need a full driving licence. Candidates must live within commuting distance of Greater Manchester.

What You’ll Do

• Design, prototype, and test IoT devices (sensors, controllers, edge nodes).
• Develop schematics and PCB layouts using CAD tools.
• Select components focusing on low power, RF performance, and cost optimisation.
• Collaborate with firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing teams for smooth product integration.
• Carry out EMI/EMC, environmental, and compliance testing (CE, FCC, UL).
• Apply DFM/DFT principles to ensure scalable, manufacturable designs.
• Analyse and troubleshoot product performance using lab and field diagnostics.
• Maintain clear, detailed documentation throughout the design cycle..

Do you have a valid Driving License license?, Do you have experience in Internet of Things?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * 3+ years’ experience in hardware design for embedded or IoT systems.

• Strong skills in circuit design, analog/digital electronics, and PCB layout.
• Familiarity with microcontrollers (STM32, ESP32, Nordic, etc.) and power management.
• Understanding of IoT system constraints (power, latency, range).
• Experience with wireless technologies (LoRa, BLE, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, NB-IoT, LTE-M).
• Hands-on use of lab diagnostic equipment.
• Exposure to secure hardware design (TPM, secure boot, encryption ICs).
• Knowledge of industrial design considerations (IP ratings, thermal management).
• Proven experience bringing products from prototype to production..

Soft Skills That Matter

• A passion for continuous learning and staying ahead in the IoT space.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Analytical problem-solving mindset with a hands-on approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver on deadlines.

Desirable:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Think this sounds like a good fit?

We are Total Care and Support - an outsourced service provider, specialising in contact centre, logistics and telecoms engineering. Our clients are extremely fast growth communications businesses, working in the technology sector.

More recently, we’ve started a new venture - Netbeam - to offer managed solutions through the use of IOT devices, associated software and AI for the public and private sectors. We’re very much at design and testing stage hence the need to bring on technical talent to help us build this next chapter.

This role will face into both Netbeam and Total Care and Support.