Job Description

Founded in 1987, Metrol are global leaders in the innovation, development and operation of wireless down-hole systems, using acoustic, electromagnetic and inductive telemetry.

Metrol's understanding of this technology and its application plays a major part in our success. Our products are already used by energy companies throughout the world during exploration and production, where the data and control provided allows significant advances in efficiency and safety. Metrol's commitment to research and development has ensured that the company stays at the forefront of downhole communications and the successful introduction of a range of new products has resulted in company growth which provides an opportunity for skilled and innovative engineers.

We are located in the Kirkhill Industrial Estate in Dyce, but operations are global, and we have offices in Dubai, the United States and other worldwide locations.

With a family business culture, we aim to create and provide a working environment that promotes from within, encourages training and development and allows and trusts individuals to maintain a work-life balance.

Benefits:

The role comes with a competitive salary and benefits package including:

Culture that promotes teamwork and empowering individuals to make a difference Challenging role with on-the job training. Working as part of an expert team 33 days holiday with additional holidays for long service and long service awards Hybrid/Flexible working opportunities Company Pension contributions Private Healthcare and Life Insurance Cycle to work and EV Lease schemes

The Role:

Working within the Metrol core team of Software Engineers, the Software Engineer will be involved in the design, development and testing of new and existing software. The role includes responsibility for delivering large and complex pieces of code, with input from one or more other Software Engineers. The ability to manage priorities, as operational needs require, is an important aspect of this position.

Required Skills & Experience:

Our Firmware Engineer will require the following knowledge and/or experience:

All levels of industry experience will beconsidered, from junior to senior level. At MetroI, we recruit the right person, rather than requiring a prescribed amount of experience. Qualified to degree level (in engineering, physics, computer science, mathematics or similar) is preferred. Experience with writing embedded C code on 8/16 but microcontrollers. Have completed complex coding projects in the past and can show examples of this. A good understanding of the unique requirements and pitfalls experienced when designing code for microcontrollers. Reasonable understanding of digital electronics and to a lesser degree, analogue electronics. Familiarity with software design concepts and practices. Lateral thinking, and the ability to find unusual solutions to design challenges. Custom algorithm design, good at mathematics. Teamwork and communication skills. Proactive, and ability to take ownership of projects from inception to completion.

Location:

This role will be based at our HQ in Dyce, Aberdeen.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person