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Helping you build an engineering career that matters
At Octagon Group, we help engineers and technical professionals find roles where their skills make a real impact, not just another line on a resume.
We’re a specialized engineering and technology recruiting firm supporting candidates and companies across the US, UK and Europe. Whether you’re looking for your next full-time role, considering contract opportunities, or want career support, we’re here to help you navigate what comes next.
Who we work with
We partner with companies building the future — innovators in aerospace, semiconductor design, medical devices, defense, power electronics, photonics, advanced manufacturing and more. Our work spans full-time, contract and retained search, with particular depth in:
Engineering recruitment specialists
across R&D, manufacturing and operations
across R&D, manufacturing and operations
Electronics hardware
and embedded systems recruiting
and embedded systems recruiting
R&D recruiting specialists
supporting innovation and product development
supporting innovation and product development
Manufacturing recruiting
specialists across production, quality, supply chain and leadership
specialists across production, quality, supply chain and leadership
Technical and commercial roles
supporting growth and delivery
supporting growth and delivery
Whether you’re building a team or looking for your next role, our focus is always on alignment, not volume.
Our mission
The world is changing, and we exist to empower that change.
At Octagon, we partner with technology and engineering businesses to build the teams behind innovation. We challenge the status quo in talent delivery, creating meaningful opportunities and lasting impact, one person, one role, one project at a time.
It’s not just about recruitment. It’s about enabling progress.
100+ 5-star Google reviews
400+ successful placements and growing
How we do approach hiring at Octagon Group
Every great technology company is built twice — first in the minds of its founders, then by the people who turn ideas into reality.
That belief shapes how we approach hiring.
Instead of working as generalists, each recruiter at Octagon focuses on a specific technical area. That means we understand your industry, speak the same technical language, and have access to top engineering and manufacturing companies.
For clients, this results in:
- stronger shortlists
- faster, more focused hiring processes
- reduced risk of bad hires
For candidates, this means:
- working with recruiters who understand your skills
- roles that match your experience and goals
- honest conversations and long-term support
Meet our team
Talent Director / Co-Founder
Steve Bernat
Specialisms
Contract Engineering
Fun Fact
I’m a qualified ski instructor and the best skier in the office (debatable)
Talent Director / Co-Founder
Bhav Patel
Specialisms
RF, Power and Semiconductor Tech
Fun Fact
Fitness & endurance enthusiast (marathon, triathlon, cross-fit). LFC obsessed. Loves Santa Monica.
Head of Talent
Dale Barnett
Specialisms
Manufacturing & Ops
Fun Fact
I can recite every word to Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Rings
Senior Talent Partner
Keelan Riley
Specialisms
Aerospace & Defence
Fun Fact
Spent two years in New Zealand, selling adrenaline-fueled activities like skydiving, bungy jumping, helicopter glacier tours, and canyoning.
Talent Partner
Adam Barnett
Specialisms
Power Electronics
Fun Fact
I’ve recently taken up golf again after many years and I am consistently getting worse.
Talent Partner
Chloe Edwards
Specialisms
Medical & Life Sciences Technology
Fun Fact
Chloe never broke a bone and absolutely adores her 3-year-old Labrador
Senior Talent Partner
Scott Newcomen
Specialisms
R&D / Engineering
Fun Fact
Loves Arsenal and golf alongside his ‘other career’... being a Pokémon Go trainer. Safe to say, he's always chasing wins, birdies, and rare catches!
Talent Partner
Jennifer Seress
Specialisms
Fire, Safety & Securities
Fun Fact
Very nearly an Olympic swimmer before giving it all up for a life in Recruitment #JustKeepSwimming
Senior Talent Partner
Tarah Williams
Specialisms
Optical & Photonics
Fun Fact
I was born without an appendix... 1 in 100,000 people are born without one!
Talent Partner
Georgia Cook
Specialisms
Contract Manufacturers
Fun Fact
Georgia loves a bit of karaoke!
Financial Director (Non-Exec)
Stewart Roberts
Marketing & Ops Lead
Ksenia Molodych
Specialisms
Marketing & Operations
Fun Fact
Lived in 5 countries and speaks 4 languages (learning the 5th)
Senior Talent Partner
Matthew Boland
Specialisms
Space
Fun Fact
Matt used to compete in Muay Thai ad fought for British and European titles.
What does a specialized technical recruiter do?
A technical recruiter’s role goes far beyond matching keywords on a resume.
At Octagon Group, our recruiters:
- understand the work behind the job title
- assess how skills translate into real-world delivery
- evaluate team and cultural fit
- support both sides throughout the hiring process
That’s why our candidates see us not just as recruiters, but as trusted advisors.
A global perspective, local expertise
We support hiring across the US, UK and Europe, working with companies operating locally and internationally.
Our work spans the US, UK and Europe, connecting you with a broad range of opportunities — from local engineering teams to global technology hubs.
Let’s take the next step together
Whether you’re actively looking for your next engineering role or just curious about what’s possible, we’d love to talk. Candidates receive personalised support that reflects their experience, career goals and market demand.
Fill the form below, or simply email us at info@octagongroup.global or call at 512-737-6726.
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