Embedded Systems Engineer – City of London | A New Job
Embedded Systems Engineer
White Recruitment Ltd
City of London, London
Embedded Systems Engineer – HVAC / Clean Technology
London – On-Site
£70,000
Permanent | January 2027 Start
We’re recruiting an experienced Embedded Systems Engineer for an innovative clean technology company developing next-generation heating, cooling and ventilation systems.
This is a hands-on engineering position combining embedded firmware development and custom PCB design, working on breakthrough solid-state heat pump technology that operates without traditional compressors or F-gases.
The Role
Design and develop custom PCBs, including schematics, layouts and component selection
Develop embedded firmware using C/C++ and Python
Design control systems for thermoelectric modules, fans, sensors and actuators
Implement real-time control algorithms and feedback loops
Develop communication interfaces including UART, SPI, I2C and Modbus
Carry out PCB prototyping, testing and debugging
Perform hardware-in-the-loop testing and signal verification
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Work with oscilloscopes, logic analysers and laboratory test equipment
Ensure designs meet relevant BS, IEC and CE requirements
Collaborate with mechanical, thermal and controls engineers
Support manufacturing integration and design for manufacture
Manage component selection, supplier coordination and BOM optimisation
The Candidate
7+ years’ experience within the white goods industry
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics or Embedded Systems
Strong embedded firmware development experience using C/C++
Proven experience designing custom PCBs and electronic control systems
Proficient with Altium Designer, KiCad, Eagle or similar
Experience developing firmware for microcontrollers
Strong electronics testing, soldering and debugging skills
Experience taking electronic products from prototype through to production
Good understanding of electrical safety and product compliance
HVAC, thermoelectric, Peltier or power electronics experience advantageous
Experience with PID control and thermal management systems beneficial
Package
Total salary including equity £70,000
Base salary circa £60,000 basic salary
Company equity options
January 2027 start
London-based engineering and development environment
Opportunity to work on innovative clean energy technology
Significant technical ownership and responsibility
Long-term career development as the business grows
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Embedded Systems Engineer, Firmware Engineer or Electronics Design Engineer looking to work on genuinely innovative technology within the clean energy sector.
You’ll take ownership of both embedded software and electronic hardware development, helping bring a new generation of solid-state heating and cooling products from prototype through to commercial production.
The position offers the opportunity to join a growing climate-tech business at an early stage, with equity participation and significant influence over future product development.
WR HVAC | M&E are the #1 recruitment partner for HVAC and M&E vacancies across the UK, Europe, and the USA. We work with manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and service providers across the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and building services sectors, recruiting for sales, management, engineering, and technical roles.
WR HVAC | M&E is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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