Rugged industrial computers and specialist electronics for mission-critical applications
Solid State PLC designs and manufactures industrial-grade computers and electronic components for performance-critical environments, operating through multiple specialized trading brands (ndura RUGGED, Steatite, RZ Pressure). The company's tech stack—SolidWorks, AutoCAD, VHDL, SystemVerilog, and FPGA tools (Xilinx, Lattice, Intel Altera)—reflects deep hardware and embedded systems expertise. Current operational priorities center on expanding manufacturing capacity, improving internal stock accuracy, and streamlining workflows, with 13 open roles across engineering and manufacturing but minimal recent hiring velocity.
Notable leadership hires: Warehouse Operations Lead
Solid State PLC is a UK-based public company founded in 1979, headquartered in Redditch, Worcestershire. It operates as a high-value-add manufacturer and specialist distributor of industrial computers, rugged computing systems, and electronic components for sectors requiring complex, performance-critical products. The company trades through two principal UK entities—Solid State Supplies Ltd and Steatite Ltd—plus several industry-recognized brands serving aerospace, defense, industrial automation, and related verticals. A 11–50 person organization with engineering-focused capability, Solid State supports customers across the United Kingdom, Canada, and India.
Design and manufacturing tools include SolidWorks, AutoCAD, VHDL, SystemVerilog, Xilinx, Lattice, and Intel Altera FPGA platforms, alongside Microsoft Office and Epicor ERP.
Industrial and ruggedized computing, aerospace/defense, and performance-critical applications requiring specialist electronic components and battery power solutions. Brands include ndura RUGGED and Steatite Rugged Systems.
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