Job Description

Position:

Contract Systems Engineer

Rate:

50/hour (Outside IR35)

Duration:

Initial 10-month contract

Location:

Remote ( you may be required to go onsite for a few days initially on the outskirts of Birmingham)



We're looking for a talented Contract Systems Engineer to join our client's team focused on IoT and smart charging devices. In this role, you'll transform stakeholder requirements into system design artifacts that guide the development of cutting-edge products and services.

Our partner require a Systems engineer who is experienced with the entire product lifecycle from concept to manufacturing and working with third party testing / engineering consultancies. You should be able to give examples of this.

Key Responsibilities

Provide system-level engineering support to cross-functional teams for both new and existing products. Collaborate with product management to capture, refine, and validate stakeholder requirements. Break down complex product/system behaviours for team comprehension. Support project planning and estimation activities. Offer systems insight on architecture and strategic planning. Support the software, Electonics and testing teams.

Core Accountabilities

Translate business and user needs into clear technical specifications. Create and maintain system design documentation for global dev teams. Ensure final solutions align with user and business expectations. Influence external technical dependencies (e.g., protocol development, government initiatives). Keep up with emerging trends and technologies in IoT and energy storage / EV technology

About You

Degree (or equivalent experience) in an engineering discipline. Proven experience working within project teams. Familiarity with systems/software engineering lifecycle and associated tools (MBSE / SYSML/UML) Strong communication skills--able to convey complex concepts clearly. Organized, accountable, and proactive in managing tasks.

?? Desirable Extras

Prior experience in roles such as Systems Engineer, Solution Architect, Product Owner, or Business/Systems Analyst. Background in customer-focused development environments. Skilled in gathering and analyzing complex stakeholder requirements. Basic electronics and C/C++ experience

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates should ideally come from one or more of the following sectors:

Electrical distribution Renewable energy / Green tech EV charging infrastructure IoT product development Consumer electronics



Please send across a CV if interested.