Enjoy building experimental setups and capturing real-world data?
Looking to take ownership of your own test systems and play a key role in a collaborative, high-impact engineering environment?
Want to work in a role where data directly shapes product development and performance?
This opportunity could be the perfect fit.
Work at the Cutting Edge of Applied Engineering
Our client is a fast-growing technology company backed by venture investment. With a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and technical specialists, they are pushing boundaries in advanced component design, testing, and manufacturing.
They are currently seeking a talented and practically minded Data Engineer to support the design, development, and optimisation of experimental rigs and testing systems. This position involves developing bespoke data acquisition setups, integrating sensors and control systems, and collaborating across technical teams to deliver critical data insights.
This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role that bridges hardware and software.
Why This Role is Great
* Work that matters. Your systems and insights will directly influence key technical decisions.
* Practical variety. Combine coding, wiring, testing, and problem-solving every day.
* Access to great tools. Use LabVIEW, DAQ systems, embedded devices, and data processing tools.
* Autonomy with support. Take ownership of your area while collaborating with design and R&D engineers.
* Growth built-in. Join a team that encourages learning and professional development in a scaling environment.
About You
You are likely a degree-qualified engineer with hands-on experience working on experimental systems. You enjoy solving real-world problems by combining hardware and software approaches.
You will be working with:
* LabVIEW or similar tools to build and maintain data acquisition systems
* NI DAQ hardware or equivalent to support real-time data capture and control
* Sensors, wiring, and interfacing to physical testing environments
* Python or another programming language for data analysis or post-processing
* Version control systems such as Git and clean coding practices for system maintenance
You may come from an industrial background with 1 to 3 years of experience, or you may have developed relevant skills during a research-based PhD with strong experimental or performance testing components.
Skills Wish List
If you have experience in the following, that would be a bonus:
* Full back-end and front-end LabVIEW development
* Embedded electronics such as Arduino or STM32 platforms
* Designing data dashboards or user interfaces for test systems
* Basic electrical or circuit knowledge including sensor integration
* System-level testing and performance evaluation of mechanical or thermal components
We encourage candidates with transferable skills to apply. If you meet some but not all of the criteria, we still want to hear from you.
The Role Setup
* Location: Based in Oxfordshire with regular visits to local testing facilities
* Contract: Full-time, permanent
* Package: Competitive salary and equity options
* Team: Reporting to a Testing Lead and working closely with design and experimental engineering teams
* Tech stack: LabVIEW, NI DAQ, Python, embedded systems, version control
Inclusion Statement
We and our client are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds and levels of experience. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process, please let us know.