Optimus Search

About the Company

'Shaping the IT industry one placement at a time'

At Optimus Search, we are specialists in the provision of Digital, Data and Life Sciences recruitment services.

We identify, engage and secure the leading tech talent in the European market place and connect them with the most exciting businesses and opportunities across the continent.

A forward-thinking company with an accomplished history:

The markets in which we work in constantly progress, so we do too. It's this approach that has taken us from our beginnings in the mobile market to our three market-leading divisions of today.

- Optimus Digital
- Optimus Data
- Optimus Life Sciences

Success has taken us from Great Britain to grand Bavaria

We've placed thousands of talented technical specialists into hundreds of companies throughout Europe and opened offices in London, Berlin and Frankfurt along the way. Our storied history of recruiting in the UK and Germany has seen us operate in many markets and we don't intend to stop anytime soon.

Our Services: Adapting our full-service capability to the needs of your business

We recognise that the most valuable asset in any organisation is their people. This is why our singular focus is to provide the highest calibre personnel most appropriate to your requirements.

We ensure that every aspect of the resourcing process is closely aligned with your employer brand and that prospective candidates are vetted against the values and personality of your organisation from the first contact.

Websites: www.optimussearch.com
Twitter: @optimussearch
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Optimus.Search

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Optimus Search

Job Title

Manufacturing Qualification Specialist

Job Description

**Job title** Manufacturing Qualification Specialist **Role Summary** Execute and lead the qualification of upstream and downstream manufacturing equipment for a biopharmaceutical facility, ensuring compliance with GMP, GDP, and data integrity standards. Manage IQ/OQ/PQ activities across single‑use and stainless‑steel assets, coordinate with suppliers, resolve deviations, and produce accurate qualification documentation. **Expectations** - Complete a 6‑month freelance contract focused on qualification execution. - Deliver all qualification milestones on schedule while managing multiple systems simultaneously. - Demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement with QA, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Automation teams. **Key Responsibilities** - Design, execute, and validate IQ/OQ/PQ protocols for biomanufacturing and process equipment (USP/DSP). - Lead qualification activities for single‑use systems, bioreactors, mixers, and automation platforms (e.g., DeltaV). - Identify, analyze, and remediate discrepancies, deviations, and CAPAs during qualification. - Collaborate with equipment suppliers for FAT/SAT and IOQ testing. - Author, review, and approve qualification protocols, test scripts, reports, and change controls. - Ensure full adherence to GMP, GDP, and data integrity guidelines. - Provide status reports to the CQV Lead and project management. **Required Skills** - 10+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing qualification (CQV). - Proven experience with USP and DSP equipment and processes. - Expertise in IQ/OQ/PQ execution, deviation/CAPA management, and documentation review. - Familiarity with DeltaV automation and CSV basics. - Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder‑engagement abilities. - Fluency in English; French a plus. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, or related field. - GMP and CQV training; certifications in Quality Assurance, CAPA, or related disciplines are advantageous.

Toulouse, France

Hybrid

17-10-2025

Company Name

Optimus Search

Job Title

FPGA Engineer

Job Description

**Job title** FPGA Engineer – VHDL **Role Summary** Design, develop, verify, and document VHDL-based FPGA modules for advanced digital systems in safety‑critical environments. Work collaboratively with cross‑functional engineering teams, ensuring compliance with simulation, verification, and documentation standards. **Expectations** - Deliver high‑quality FPGA designs within agreed timelines. - Maintain detailed design and test documentation. - Communicate progress and issues clearly to the engineering team. - Operate independently as a freelancer, managing own schedule and deliverables. - Attend onsite workdays as required (approximately 3 days per week). **Key Responsibilities** - Develop hardware modules using VHDL for FPGA platforms. - Create and execute verification plans, including simulation and testing. - Document design specifications, test procedures, and results. - Review and integrate feedback from peer reviews and quality assurance. - Collaborate with system architects, software developers, and QA engineers to ensure system integrity. - Support troubleshooting and post‑deployment verification. **Required Skills** - Strong proficiency in VHDL and FPGA architecture. - Experience with simulation, verification, and formal documentation. - Knowledge of safety‑critical design principles (e.g., ISO 26262, DO-254). - Familiarity with version control systems (Git, SVN). - Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills. - English language proficiency; Dutch language skills are a plus. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. - Relevant certifications in FPGA design or safety‑critical systems (e.g., ISO 26262 Functional Safety Practitioner) preferred but not mandatory.

East flanders, Belgium

Hybrid

03-11-2025

Company Name

Optimus Search

Job Title

Digital IC Verification – Leuven – 6 Months - FREELANCE - ASAP

Job Description

Job title: Digital IC Verification – Leuven – 6 Months - FREELANCE - ASAP Role Summary: Lead verification of digital IC blocks, subsystems, or top‑level functions, ensuring compliance with specifications and delivery of silicon for high‑volume products. Expactations: Deliver high‑coverage, time‑efficient testbenches; maintain regression suites; meet tight milestones while upholding quality. Key Responsibilities: - Take ownership of verification for assigned blocks or subsystems. - Define detailed verification specifications for test cases. - Implement test cases using SystemVerilog, UVM, Python, assertions, and related tools. - Maximise coverage and optimise execution time. - Maintain and manage the regression suite. - Execute tasks on schedule with high quality. - Conduct and participate in peer reviews. - Collaborate with architects during design reviews, root‑cause analysis, and issue resolution. - Coordinate with design/verification and cross‑functional teams to ensure product success. Required Skills: - Experience designing and/or verifying digital IC blocks and systems. - Familiarity with low‑power design techniques. - Proven track record delivering silicon for high‑volume products. - Strong knowledge of SystemVerilog, UVM, Python, and verification methodologies. - Ability to write clear assertions and coverage‑driven testbenches. - Experience managing regression suites and optimizing simulation performance. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. - No mandatory certifications, but familiarity with IEEE/ARM verification standards is an advantage.

Leuven, Belgium

On site

02-12-2025

Company Name

Optimus Search

Job Title

Project Manager

Job Description

**Job Title:** Project Manager **Role Summary:** Freelance Project Manager for UK utility‑scale solar farms (2–3 MW, two 55 MW projects). Responsible for end‑to‑end delivery from site acquisition to commissioning, leading engineering, construction, and commissioning teams on site. **Expectations:** - Deliver projects on time, within scope and budget. - Maintain stakeholder communication and secure UK grid connection approvals. - Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. **Key Responsibilities:** 1. Oversee daily engineering, construction, and commissioning activities. 2. Direct and coordinate on‑site multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and suppliers. 3. Manage procurement, negotiate contracts, and monitor vendor performance. 4. Conduct technical evaluations, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions. 5. Drive project milestones from breaking ground through operational handover. 6. Report progress, risks, and mitigation plans to senior stakeholders. 7. Travel to UK project sites as required. **Required Skills:** - Proven track record delivering UK utility‑scale solar farms. - Deep understanding of UK grid‑connection processes, including G99 certification. - Experience leading multidisciplinary teams on site. - Strong commercial acumen and supplier negotiation skills. - Ability to travel within the UK and work independently in a freelance context. - Commitment to long‑term engagements (1–2+ years). **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Renewable Energy, or related field. - Relevant project management certification (e.g., PMP, Prince2) a plus. - Valid UK driving licence (optional but preferred). ---

London, United kingdom

On site

04-12-2025