MARS Recruitment

About the Company

MARS Recruitment is an Oxfordshire based Recruitment Consultancy specialising in Technical Engineering, Manufacturing and IT Recruitment. Our local knowledge and years of experience within these specialist markets is what makes MARS Recruitment such a unique recruitment partner for your business or career.

Our mission is simple, to put the art of consultancy back into recruitment.

Specialising in Permanent, Temporary and Contract Recruitment, with the ability to carry out specific Retained or Head-Hunting Recruitment projects, we can support rapidly expanding businesses with tailored recruitment projects; HR, contract and staff retention advice; salary benchmarking and interview guidance, to help grow and maximise the potential of your talented teams.

If you would like to discuss your next career opportunity or you are a company looking to recruit highly skilled professionals then please call us on 01993 220 590 or email jobs@marsrecruitment.com

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Listed Jobs

Company Name

MARS Recruitment

Job Title

Robotics Software Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Robotics Software Engineer **Role Summary:** Design, develop, and integrate advanced software for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). Work with C++, Python, and ROS/ROS 2 to deliver control, autonomy, perception, and mission‑critical capabilities for submersible robotic systems in challenging marine environments. **Expectations:** - British citizenship or ≥5 years UK residency for Security Clearance. - Minimum 4 years experience in embedded/robotics software development. - Ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and systems teams. - Deliver robust, modular code and maintain clear documentation. **Key Responsibilities:** - Design and implement software for AUV/ROV platforms using ROS/ROS 2. - Integrate sensors (sonar, cameras, DVL, IMU) and actuators into modular control frameworks. - Develop autonomy algorithms: SLAM, path planning, adaptive control, real‑time obstacle avoidance (GNSS‑denied). - Build real‑time data acquisition, onboard processing, and underwater communication (acoustic/RF/optical). - Conduct hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulations and sea‑trial testing for validation. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams for system integration. - Manage source control (Git/GitLab) and produce concise technical documentation. **Required Skills:** - Proficiency in C++ and Python. - Strong experience with ROS/ROS 2 (middleware, node development). - Embedded systems development for robotics. - Sensor and actuator integration, real‑time systems. - Autonomy expertise: SLAM, navigation, mapping, planning. - Version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines. - Familiarity with Pixhawk or comparable flight controllers. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. - Eligibility for Security Clearance (SC) in the UK.

Reading, United kingdom

On site

Junior

02-02-2026

Company Name

MARS Recruitment

Job Title

New Product Introduction Manager

Job Description

**Job Title** New Product Introduction Manager **Role Summary** Oversee end‑to‑end lifecycle of new products from concept through prototyping, testing, production handover, and launch. Coordinate cross‑functional teams, maintain product documentation, and engage with customers before and after launch. **Expactations** Deliver on-time, on‑budget product introductions that meet quality and manufacturability standards. Maintain clear communication with design, sales, production, and customer stakeholders. Support continuous improvement through data‑driven feedback and issue resolution. **Key Responsibilities** - Manage product lifecycle from early design to production launch. - Coordinate prototyping, internal testing, and customer field testing. - Liaise with design, sales, production, and customer teams. - Prepare and maintain project schedules, risk logs, and documentation. - Facilitate handover to production and oversee launch activities. - Monitor post‑launch performance, address issues, and drive improvements. **Required Skills** - Proven NPD/NPI experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering. - Strong project management, organizational, and administrative skills. - Ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate with diverse stakeholders. - Familiarity with CAD software and testing procedures. - Proactive, hands‑on attitude and passion for new product development. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent work experience. - Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Prince2) or product lifecycle certifications are a plus.

Chipping norton, United kingdom

On site

11-03-2026