Rate: up to £53/hour (Outside IR35)\nDuration: Initial 10-month contract\nLocation: Remote ( you may be required to go onsite for a few days initially on the outskirts of Birmingham)\n\nWe'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.\nOur 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.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n \nProvide system-level engineering support to cross-functional teams for both new and existing products.

\nCollaborate with product management to capture, refine, and validate stakeholder requirements. \nBreak down complex product/system behaviours for team comprehension. \nSupport project planning and estimation activities.

\nOffer systems insight on architecture and strategic planning. \nSupport the software, Electronics and testing teams. \n Core Accountabilities\n \nTranslate business and user needs into clear technical specifications.

\nCreate and maintain system design documentation for global dev teams. \nEnsure final solutions align with user and business expectations. \nInfluence external technical dependencies (e.g., protocol development, government initiatives).

\nKeep up with emerging trends and technologies in IoT and energy storage / EV technology About You\n \nDegree (or equivalent experience) in an engineering discipline. \nProven experience working within project teams. \nFamiliarity with systems/software engineering lifecycle and associated tools (MBSE / SYSML/UML) \nStrong communication skills—able to convey complex concepts clearly.

\nOrganized, accountable, and proactive in managing tasks. \n Desirable Extras\n \nPrior experience in roles such as Systems Engineer, Solution Architect, Product Owner, or Business/Systems Analyst. \nBackground in customer-focused development environments.

\nSkilled in gathering and analyzing complex stakeholder requirements. \nBasic electronics and C/C++ experience \n Industry Experience\nCandidates should ideally come from one or more of the following sectors:\n \nElectrical distribution \nRenewable energy / Green tech \nEV charging infrastructure \nIoT product development \nConsumer electronics \nPlease send across a CV if interested