Embedded Systems Engineer
Role Overview
Rentokil Initial is hiring an Embedded Systems Engineer to lead hardware development, product optimization, and sustaining engineering across global markets (80+ countries). Based in Waterlooville, Hampshire, this role bridges new product development (NPD) and product lifecycle management (PLM), driving continuous improvement, quality assurance, and design modifications for multi-component electronic devices.
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Role Summary
Rentokil Initial is hiring an Embedded Systems Engineer to lead hardware development, product optimization, and sustaining engineering across global markets (80+ countries). Based in Waterlooville, Hampshire, this role bridges new product development (NPD) and product lifecycle management (PLM), driving continuous improvement, quality assurance, and design modifications for multi-component electronic devices.
Core Responsibilities & Objectives
- Hardware Optimization & Sustaining Engineering: Conduct root cause analysis and execute design modifications, hardware upgrades, and performance enhancements for existing electronic products.
- Engineering Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional product change and cost-optimization initiatives alongside Supply Chain, Quality Assurance (QA), IT, and Marketing teams.
- Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): Oversee technical release management, product approval processes, product variant documentation, and Engineering Change Notes (ECN).
- Firmware & Software Governance: Document, control, and oversee processes for firmware and software modifications across connected devices.
- Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance: Partner with validation teams to resolve quality issues, ensuring products comply with international and regional regulatory standards.
- Supplier & Manufacturing Collaboration: Technical liaison with external electronics suppliers, contract manufacturers, and assembly partners.
Technical Competencies & Tools
PCB Design Software: Proficient in Altium Designer (Schematic capture, PCB layout).
Electronics Manufacturing: Direct experience with PCB assembly (PCBA), hardware testing, and multi-component assembled devices.
Analytical Testing: Methodological approach to electronics development utilizing technical models, test data generation, and risk mitigation over empirical trial-and-error.
Firmware/Software (Desirable): Basic knowledge of scripting languages, such as JavaScript.
Education: BSc or BEng (Honours) in Electronics Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience Level: Senior-level experience across the full product development lifecycle in a matrixed, multi-national organization.
Commercial & Financial Acumen: Understanding of product cost structures, Bill of Materials (BOM) optimization, manufacturing cost drivers, and commercial viability
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Hybrid working
- Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
- 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Death in service benefit
- Healthcare
- Free parking
- At Rentokil Initial, our customers and colleagues represent diverse backgrounds and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, actively encouraging applications from individuals from all walks of life. Our belief is that everyone irrespective of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs, has the potential to thrive and contribute.
- We embrace the differences that make each of our colleagues unique, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. To ensure that your journey with us is accessible if you have any individual requirements we invite you to communicate any specific needs or preferences you may have during any stage of the recruitment process. Our team is available to support you; feel free to reach out to ( [email protected] ) if you need anything
- Be Yourself in Your Application! At Rentokil Initial, we value innovation, but we want to see the real you! While AI can help with structure and grammar, make sure your application shows your true passion and understanding of the role. A personal touch will help you stand out.
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