
CoMind · London
At CoMind, we are developing a non-invasive neuromonitoring technology that will result in a new era of clinical brain monitoring. In joining us, you will be he...
At CoMind, we are developing a non-invasive neuromonitoring technology that will result in a new era of clinical brain monitoring.
In joining us, you will be helping to create cutting-edge technologies that will improve how we diagnose and treat brain
disorders, ultimately improving and saving the lives of patients across the world.
The Hardware team designs and builds the physical hardware at the heart of CoMind's devices, from precision analogue circuits,
FPGA systems, and PCB design through to mechanical enclosures and optical assemblies. This team takes systems from prototype
through to manufacture, working to medical device standards and collaborating closely with optics, software, and clinical teams to
deliver hardware that is safe, reliable, and production-ready.
As the Electronics Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for all electronics and FPGA development at CoMind. This hands-on
role combines deep technical execution with team leadership and engineering operations. You will personally design complex
hardware systems, establish tools and processes that scale, own technical development roadmaps, and lead a talented team through
detailed design, verification, and manufacturing transfer of CoMind’s neuromonitoring device.
At CoMind, all team members work at least 4 days per week in the office, plus a flexible work-from-home day. This role can be
based in either the London (Kings Cross) or Bristol office.
performance reviews, and maintaining a high standard of engineering practice
low-noise analogue circuits
best practices
hardware bring-up in Vivado across the full product lifecycle
line with CoMind's QMS
and supporting regulatory (QARA) activities
utilisation
all team members to embrace AI in their daily work and continuously find new ways to use it effectively.
analysis
knowledge of IEC 60601-1, ISO 14971, and ISO 13485
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At CoMind, we are developing a non-invasive neuromonitoring technology that will result in a new era of clinical brain monitoring. In joining us, you will be helping to create cutting-edge technologies that will improve how we diagnose and treat brain disorders, ultimately improving and saving the lives of patients across the world. THE ROLE: The Senior Technical Project Manager at CoMind will lead the delivery of a complex, multi-disciplinary sub-system spanning optics, electronics, mechanical engineering, FPGAs, and software. The role owns end-to-end planning and execution, coordinating internal engineering teams and external development partners to take the sub-system through the full product development lifecycle, from design maturation through to verification and transfer. This is a senior, hands-on role focused on disciplined technical project delivery in a fast-moving medtech start-up. The successful candidate will translate technical and programme objectives into a clear, well-structured plan, managing scope, schedule, resources, risk, and cross-discipline dependencies, while maintaining the pace and pragmatism a start-up demands. CoMind is entering a critical phase of design maturation, verification, and scale-up. This role is central to ensuring the sub-system is delivered on time, to specification, and to the quality and regulatory standards expected of a medical device, without sacrificing momentum or engineering rigour. At CoMind, all team members work at least 4 days per week in the office, plus a flexible work-from-home day. This role is based in our London (Kings Cross) office. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Owning end-to-end planning and delivery of the sub-system project across optics, electronics, mechanical, FPGA, and software workstreams, from concept through to design verification and transfer * Building and maintaining the integrated project plan, including scope, schedule, milestones, critical path, and cross-discipline dependencies * Leading a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and external development partners, coordinating activities and resolving technical and resourcing conflicts to keep delivery on track * Establishing and running effective project governance, including regular reporting, steering reviews, and clear, accurate status communication to senior stakeholders * Owning the RAID log (risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies), proactively identifying and mitigating risks before they affect schedule, cost, or quality * Managing resourcing and capacity across disciplines, forecasting demand and working with functional leads to ensure the right skills are available at the right time * Driving the project through the formal product development lifecycle, ensuring design control, verification and validation, and stage-gate requirements are met * Managing external partners and suppliers, including statements of work, deliverables, and the technical and commercial commitments that underpin the project * Tracking budget, effort, and cost against plan, and providing accurate forecasts to support decision-making * Ensuring project documentation and deliverables meet the quality and traceability standards required for a regulated medical device (e.g. ISO 13485, IEC 62304, ISO 14971) * AI is fundamental to our culture — it's not just a tool, but a core part of how we work, collaborate, and innovate. We expect all team members to embrace AI in their daily work and continuously find new ways to use it effectively. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: * Proven track record managing complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects through the full product development lifecycle * Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams spanning optics, electronics, mechanical, FPGA, and software, alongside external development partners * Strong command of formal project management processes, including planning, scheduling, critical-path management, reporting, RAID, resourcing, and budget control * Experience delivering products that integrate hardware, embedded/FPGA, and software, with a sound understanding of the interfaces and integration challenges involved * Comfortable operating in a fast-paced start-up or scale-up environment, balancing process rigour with pragmatism and pace * Strong technical fluency, with the ability to engage credibly with engineers across disciplines and challenge constructively when required * Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with a track record of clear, accurate reporting to senior leadership * Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with a track record of driving delivery without creating unnecessary bureaucracy * Experience working within or alongside regulated environments (e.g. medical devices, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, IEC 62304, ISO 14971, design controls) is highly desirable, as is a recognised project management qualification (e.g. APM, PMP, PRINCE2) BENEFITS: * Company equity plan so all employees share in the success of the company * Salary-sacrifice pension scheme * Private medical, dental and vision insurance (medical history disregarded) * Group life assurance at 4x annual income * Comprehensive mental health support, including unlimited access to 1:1 sessions with trained professionals * Unlimited holiday allowance (+ bank holidays) and one week of remote working per quarter * Lunch voucher (£10) every day for JustEat and free dinner on those days where you need to work later * Twice weekly deliveries of fresh fruit and an extensive selection of snacks and drinks * YuLife subscription, allowing you to turn your daily steps and meditation into discounts at a range of stores DISCLAIMER - We use AI notetaking tools to transcribe interviews for internal review. 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ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM The Technical Bid Manager will lead Quantum Motion's end-to-end bid activity for non-dilutive funding, collaborative R&D programmes, strategic innovation opportunities and selected public/private funding submissions across our global footprint, with particular ownership of the technical content, evidence and narrative within submissions. This is a hands-on role for an experienced bid professional who can manage opportunities from horizon scanning, qualification and capture through proposal development, governance, submission, funder clarification, award/contracting support and handover to delivery. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be an early employee at a scale-up shaping the future of quantum computing. There are vast opportunities for professional growth and to make an impact within the company. Working closely with technical, product, finance, commercial/legal and leadership teams, you will turn complex quantum computing and semiconductor R&D into clear, compelling, funder-ready proposals. You will be comfortable shaping and reviewing technical inputs for coherence, completeness and evaluator alignment, while relying on subject-matter experts for technical sign-off. You will be highly organised, commercially aware and confident managing senior stakeholders, external collaborators and concurrent deadlines across the UK, Europe and Spain, with knowledge of US and Australian funding landscapes a strong advantage. Quantum technology knowledge would be valuable, but proven experience in bids, grants and proposal delivery is essential. OUR TEAM Since 2021 our team has been listed every year in the “Top 100 Startups worth watching” in the EE Times in 2021 and 2022, and our technology breakthroughs have been featured in The Telegraph, BBC and the New Statesman. 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Our team of 100+ is based across London, Oxford, San Sebastián and Sydney, with our primary hub in Islington (London). 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DESIRABLE * APMP Foundation/Practitioner, Shipley or equivalent bid and proposal management training or equivalent experience * Direct experience with quantum technologies, semiconductors, cryogenics, electronics, software, AI, high-performance computing, defence/dual-use or other advanced R&D sectors * Experience with Spanish public innovation funding national or Basque country specific or a clear track record of rapidly building expertise in new international funder frameworks * Experience with US funding routes such as SBIR/STTR, NSF, DOE, DARPA, DoD or other federal R&D programmes * Experience with Australian funding routes such as the Industry Growth Program, ARC Linkage, Critical Technologies Challenge Program, Defence or state-level innovation/quantum schemes * Experience building and managing consortia involving universities, research institutes, SMEs, corporates, Catapults/RTOs, government agencies or international partners * Knowledge of research impact, commercialisation strategy, TRL/MRL frameworks, exploitation plans and routes to market for emerging technologies * Experience creating bid libraries, compliance matrices, governance frameworks, lessons-learned processes and executive pipeline reporting * Spanish language capability or experience working with Spanish-speaking partners and funding bodies BENEFITS * Be part of a creative, world-leading team * Competitive salary and share options scheme * Contributory pension scheme * Group private medical insurance scheme * Choose your own laptop/kit * Life Assurance * Cycle-to-work Scheme * Flexible working * Access to Quantum Motion offices in London, Oxford, San Sebastian or Sydney EEO STATEMENT Quantum Motion is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, colour, religion, disability status, marital status, pregnancy, gender reassignment or any other protected characteristics covered by the Equality Act 2010.
ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM Quantum Motion is a fast-growing quantum computing scale-up based in London founded by internationally renowned researchers from UCL and Oxford University with over 40 years’ experience in developing qubits and quantum computing architectures. Bringing together state-of-the-art cryogenic facilities and an outstanding interdisciplinary team, we are developing quantum processors based on industrial-grade silicon chips, with the potential to radically transform computing power in areas such as materials modelling, medicine, artificial intelligence and more. Our Team Since 2021 our team has been listed every year in the “Top 100 Startups worth watching” in the EE Times in 2021 and 2022, and our technology breakthroughs have been featured in The Telegraph, BBC and the New Statesman. Our founders are internationally renowned researchers from UCL and Oxford University who have pioneered the development of qubits and quantum computing architectures. Our chairman is the co-founder of Cadence and Synopsys, the two leading companies in the area of Electronic Design Automation. We’re backed by a team of top-tier investors, and we have recently closed our Series C funding of $160 million. We bring together the brightest quantum engineers, integrated circuit (IC) engineers, quantum computing theoreticians and software engineers to create a unique, world-leading team, working together closely to maximise our combined expertise. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary culture is an ideal fit for anyone who thrives in a cutting-edge research and development environment focused on tackling big challenges and contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology. Our team of 100+ is based across London, Oxford, San Sebastián and Sydney, with our primary hub in Islington (London). OUR TEAM You will join the Cryogenic Engineering & Lab Development team, supervised by the Staff Cryogenic Engineer. This team ensures the smooth running of our UK operations, managing state-of-the-art facilities consisting of 7+ cryogenic fridges, whilst also overseeing off-site lab deployments and installations. This position is ideal for a hands-on technical specialist who thrives on making things and solving practical engineering challenges. You will play a vital role in building a robust senior technical layer, managing specific workflows in electronics assembly, and providing essential supervision and mentorship to our growing group of apprentices. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be an early employee at a scale-up shaping the future of quantum computing. There are vast opportunities for professional growth and to make an impact within the company. Our team of 100+ is based across London, Oxford, San Sebastián and Sydney, with our primary hub in Islington (London). FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE * Electronics & Mechanical Assembly: Lead the assembly of PCBs, mechanical components, and complex wiring (including high-quality soldering) for both laboratory and deployment use. * Workflow Management: Take ownership of a dedicated section of the technical workflow, maintaining a clear list of maintenance, support tasks, and assembly requirements. * Laboratory Operations: Support the day-to-day operation of our cryogenic facilities and vacuum systems, ensuring all equipment is maintained to the highest standard. * Global Installations: Assist with the preparation, paperwork, and technical execution of off-site deployments and international laboratory installations. * Supervision & Mentoring: Act as a senior technical reference point for our apprentices, ensuring they have a consistent, well-managed workflow and the guidance necessary to develop their skills. EXPERIENCE - ESSENTIALS * Technical Background: At least 3+ years of experience in a production, laboratory, or university environment with a strong emphasis on "making things." * Hands-on Assembly: Proven expertise in electronics assembly (PCB manufacturing/soldering), mechanical assembly, and basic machining. * Testing Equipment: Familiarity with bench-level electronic test equipment such as multimeters, VNAs and oscilloscopes. * Mentorship: Experience in training or supervising junior staff or apprentices, with a methodical approach to checking work and providing feedback. * Problem Solving: A strong intuition for hardware debugging and a proactive approach to installation and site work. EXPERIENCE - DESIRABLE * Experience working with cryogenic systems or high-vacuum environments. * Background in site installation or field engineering. * Formal qualifications in engineering or a related technical discipline (though equivalent practical experience is highly valued). * Experience with CAD software. Application Process * Facilities tour * 5-10 minute presentation by applicant on a relevant project and 5 minute Q&A * Group interview - Including: Snr. Lab Manager, Staff QI Engineer * Practical assessment: Soldering test BENEFITS * Be part of a creative, world-leading team * Competitive salary and share options scheme * Contributory pension scheme * Group private medical insurance scheme * Life Assurance * Cycle-to-work Scheme * Central London location EEO STATEMENT Quantum Motion is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy and maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws (including the UK Equality Act 2010 and Spanish Employment Law).