World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Electronics Design Engineer / Test Design Support Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. This role would suit a candidate who comes from an Electronics Design Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Production Support Engineer or Test Systems Designer background.

Rate:£65.00 per hour
Location: Bolton
Hybrid / Remote working: 4-5 days a week onsite (possible for remote work occasionally).
Compressed week of working Monday to Thursday is available.
Contract:37 Hours per week
Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at time and a quarter
Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
Interview Process: One stage Video Interview

Test Design Support Engineer Job Description:
The department have an excellent opportunity for experienced Electronic Design Engineers to play a leading role in the support of production activities at their state of the art manufacturing facilities.

Working within Production Design Support (PDS) is a highly rewarding role as you not only see designs coming to life in the manufacturing environment but you can help to shape the design of the products and test equipment, delivering support to our customers.

You will act as the interface between our design teams and our manufacturing teams while working alongside other support engineers to provide knowledge and support.

Whilst the primary aim is focused on highly advanced module missile programmes and subsystems, there is also scope to work on other unique opportunities including support to launcher assemblies.

The role offers the candidate a true engineering challenge in their core discipline(s), whilst providing scope for personal growth and development in other areas of electronics.

Skillset/experience required:
To be suitable for this role, Individuals will be able to demonstrate a number of the following attributes:

• Degree qualified (or equivalent industry experience) with experience of designing product/systems and/or providing support to designs through the manufacturing phase of the product lifecycle.

• Proven experience in the design of one or more of the following disciplines:

• Digital and Analogue electronics

• Power Electronics

• RF & Antenna

• Interconnects

• Safety Electronics

• Test Systems

• Schematic design

• PCB Design

• Adherence to BS EN Standards

• Excellent verbal communication, negotiation and influencing skills with the capability to write clear and concise engineering documentation.

• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, with an awareness of the challenges and opportunities that this may bring and a passion for innovation and collaboration.

• Youll be prepared to work autonomously if needed, lead the delivery of your work assignments, and actively engage with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of your outputs.

• Manage discreet work packages preparing bids, controlling costs and delivering solutions.

  • Experience in supporting manufacturing and resolving manufacturing issues is an advantage, but not essential.
  • Investigative skills to be able to find Root Causes of design related issues and propose robust Corrective Actions.

Air Conditioning Engineers Needed 4 Positions (UB9)

Were hiringfour Air Conditioning Engineersfor a commercial site inUB9 or Central West London W1K(Choice is yours), with immediate starts available.

Job Details

• Working hours:8:00am 4:00pm
• Minimum 3 days per week, with the option for4 or 5 days
• Average earnings:£1,300+ per week
• PaidCIS or LTD(+ VATif registered)
• Weekly pay, one week in arrears

Role Overview

Service and repair of commercial air conditioning systems on a busy site. Youll need to be confident working independently and delivering high-quality work.

Requirements

• 4+ years experiencein AC service and repair
• Own pipework tools and hand tools
• ValidRight to Work in the UK
• Professional, reliable, and able to work safely on site

If youre an experienced engineer looking for steady, well-paid work, wed like to hear from you.

Please contact the R9 Recruitment Team or apply to this advert for more information

Are you a Senior DCS Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity? If so, please read on…

Senior DCS Engineer
Aberdeenshire
£50-55 per hour (Outside IR35)
12-month initial contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and commissioning of automation systems based on ABB 800xA and AC800M.
• Manage and deliver full project lifecycle activities, including concept design, software configuration, FAT, SAT, and offshore installation.
• Collaborate with project teams and clients to ensure technical requirements and deadlines are met.
• Support offshore commissioning and maintenance activities as required.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience programming and configuring ABB 800xA and AC800M systems.
• Strong background in automation and control engineering with full project lifecycle involvement.
• Offshore Survival Certificate (BOSIET or equivalent).
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Desirable Experience:

• Familiarity with legacy ABB systems such as AC450 or Safeguard.
• Experience with virtual machines (VMware or equivalent).
• Offshore work experience with live system cutovers or upgrades.

If this role is of interest to you, please get in touch with Alex Hooton at JAM Recruitment as soon as possible.

Our client, a key partner to the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking an experienced Electronics Design Engineer to join a high-performing team developing cutting-edge defence technologies. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary experts, drive innovation, and apply best practices to enhance product performance across complex missile systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop advanced electronic solutions for weapon systems, including onboard missile sub-systems and land, sea, and air-based firing units.
• Ensure product quality and performance standards are met throughout the development lifecycle.
• Provide accurate cost and schedule updates to the project manager to support effective project tracking.
• Demonstrate expertise in electronic design from concept through to production, with a strong focus on Power and Analog Electronics at both sub-system and board level.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Software, Firmware, Mechanical, Environmental, and EMC teams to ensure design compliance with all technical and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the delivery of high-performance missile solutions that meet client expectations and operational demands.

What do you need?:

• Possess a degree and significant experience in Electronic Design, development, and delivery after completion qualification.
• Demonstrate your ability to lead major electronic design projects and show your experience working with a diverse team. Be aware of the challenges that may arise and show your understanding of handling them.
• Problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge of various electronic technologies and products.
• Excellent communication skills, both in writing and speaking, enable me to negotiate and influence stakeholders across the organisation effectively.

What happens now?

Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

Security Clearance:

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.

More about the role:

Our clients relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at their headquarters in Stevenage which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links and boasts an onsite gym and coffee shop. Training and development are offered to all employees.

Drive commissioning excellence and keep critical water infrastructure running safely, compliantly, and efficiently

ICA Engineer

Contract: Inside IR35 – ASAP until 31/12/2026
Location: South London – Hybrid working

Role Overview

The ICA Engineer is required to assist with close out the immediate observations and faults being identified through the commissioning process but also as the longer term technical support.

Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Reviewing and commenting on contractor’s technical electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (EICA) designs and inspection and test plan deliverables etc.

Ensuring that deliverables comply with applicable policies, strategies, standards and procedures within scope and quality expectations.

Undertaking NEC supervisor duties for EICA factory inspections, factory acceptance testing, site installation and site acceptance testing activities.

Liaising and coordinating with contractors and stakeholders, including participating in meetings and workshops.

Providing general technical support to the MEICA Discipline Lead, including supporting the application of best practice, finding solutions to challenges and participating in quality improvements.

Mitigating engineering risks with a thorough understanding of responsibilities under the CDM regulations (2007).

Complying with Health, Safety, Security and Environment policies and standards to maintain a safe and secure workplace.

Qualifications

A recognized qualification or formal training in electrical/electronic/communication engineering (a relevant degree is considered desirable but not essential and other qualifications such as HNC or NVQs with relevant experience will be considered).

Required Experience

Design, factory testing, site installation and commissioning experience for contemporary communication, control systems and instrumentation including networking technologies (field bus, Profibus etc), fibre optic and GPRS data transmission etc.

Rockwell SCADA and PLC experience, experience in the UK water industry (preferably TWUL with experience of their ICA standards), knowledge of LV electrical systems and BS7671, knowledge of WIMES.

Experience of working within a multidiscipline design office.

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an ICA Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included

£35 per hour | Outside IR35
4 on 4 off - Days & Nights
Crewe

gap technical are representing a market-leading heavy manufacturing business seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to provide contract maintenance engineering services at their Crewe site.

Scope of Services

The successful contractor will provide electrical and multi-skilled maintenance engineering services to support the reliability, availability, and performance of heavy industrial production assets.

Services will be delivered using the contractor’s own expertise, methods, and judgement to achieve agreed outcomes. There is no obligation to provide continuous work, and services are delivered without employee-style supervision, appraisal, or management.

Key Service Deliverables

• Provision of reactive breakdown support to minimise unplanned downtime across heavy industrial plant
• Execution of planned and preventative maintenance activities aligned with site maintenance schedules
• Electrical fault diagnosis using schematics, diagnostics, and asset history
• Identification and rectification of recurring equipment faults, including implementation of permanent corrective actions
• Maintenance and optimisation of heavy plant and process equipment, including conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and drives
• PLC fault-finding and interrogation to support rapid fault resolution and plant recovery
• Support for plant reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaboration with production, engineering, and safety teams to ensure safe and efficient operation of industrial plant
• Support for machinery modifications, upgrades, shutdown works, and refurbishment activities
• All services delivered in compliance with site health, safety, and permit-to-work systems

Contractor Profile

• Time-served engineer or demonstrable equivalent industry experience

• Strong electrical bias with proven experience in heavy industrial or FMCG `process manufacturing environments

• Proven capability working with:

• 3-phase electrical systems

• Motors, drives, inverters, and safety circuits

• PLC fault-finding (Siemens, Allen Bradley, or similar)

• Heavy plant and process equipment

Previous experience providing services as a maintenance engineering contractorAble to manage workload and priorities independently, working with minimal directionStrong communication skills when liaising with site stakeholdersAvailability to support a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, including days and nights

Apply

To be considered, please submit your CV via the Apply Now option on the website.
For further information on this engagement or to discuss other contract opportunities, please get in touch.

This contract opportunity is advertised by gap technical, operating as an employment business. Selection is based solely on suitability to provide the services described.

Closing Date: 20/02/2026

We have a new opportunity for a CE&I Safety System Design Engineer, to work within the existing Silos CE&I design team delivering, supporting others delivering and checking Safety System design packages to meet safety, functional and business needs.

BPSS Security Clearance will be needed ahead of starting work. Candidates must be British Citizens and passport holders, and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years.

ESSENTIAL

Academic Qualification:
Minimum - HNC

Professional Qualification:
Incorporated Engineer

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 3 years successfully delivering as a CE&I Safety System Design Engineer on external multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working knowledge of the appropriate Engineering Standards

Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to convey information to other team members/disciplines

Providing support to Commissioning and a willingness to support early career Engineers

DESIRABLE

Experience:

Minimum 5 years successfully delivering as a CE&I Safety System Design Engineer on external and/or SL multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working understanding of the appropriate Engineering Standards

Evidence of applying a pragmatic approach to the delivery of new/modified safety requirements on existing systems

We have an exciting new role for a CE&I Control System Design Engineer.

The successful Candidate will work within the Silos CE&I design team delivering, supporting others delivering and checking Programmable Electronic System (PES) based Control System designs/updates to meet functional and business needs.

BPSS Security Clearance will be needed ahead of starting work. Candidates must be British Citizens and passport holders, and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years.

ESSENTIAL

Academic Qualification:
Minimum - HNC

Professional Qualification:
Incorporated Engineer

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 3 years successfully delivering as a PES based Control System Design Engineer on external multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working knowledge of the appropriate Engineering Standards

Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey information to other team members/disciplines

Providing support to Commissioning

Willingness to support early career Engineers

DESIRABLE

Experience:

Minimum 5 years successfully delivering as a PES based Control System Design Engineer on external and/or SL multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working understanding of the appropriate Engineering Standards

Role: BMS Engineer - Design

Location: London - Hybrid working

Duration: 12 month initial contract

Pay Rate: £400-£450 P/day OUTSIDE IR35

The BMS design engineer should fully understand the engineering requirements of building control systems for a range of building types, varying in complexity. Candidates will need a thorough understanding of both mechanical and electrical building systems and be able to work autonomously. The role will require experience of interpreting customer specifications to develop comprehensive designs and scope packages for individual disciplines including panel design, hardware configuration, field equipment, software configuration, graphic packages as well as installation and commissioning scope. Candidates must also be prepared to work flexibly as part of the team and be pro-active with modern technologies and best practice.

Applicants should have engineering skills as detailed below:

• Electrical and Mechanical systems and plant knowledge,
• BMS system design - Development of the full design from initial scope to handover documentation,
• Author BMS control system strategy documents,
• BMS hardware and software architecture development and best practice,
• Preferably have knowledge of leading manufactures equipment/systems i.e. Siemens, Honeywell, Trend etc.

Competence

• Minimum HNC qualification in relevant discipline,
• Must be prepared to undergo security screening for specific projects,
• Significant industry experience in control and automation of building systems
• Comfortable in both an office and construction site environment,
• Competent in site surveys, working around live plant and equipment,
• A detailed understanding of specialist building systems including BMS, Electrical, Mechanical, fire safety and the BMS aspects of building networks.
• Experienced in BMS/control system design, software configuration, graphic generation, control panel design,
• Knowledge of PLC’s, stand-alone controllers, and energy/power control systems,
• Experience in coordinating BMS disciplines with multiple external suppliers and subcontract companies,
• Excellent IT skills,
• Demonstrable complex problem-solving skills,
• An initiative-taker and strong team-player, flexible and able to work effectively without close supervision,
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and able to develop excellent customer/supplier working relationships,
• Ability to lead a small team of engineers would be advantageous,
• Ability to conduct pre-sales technical surveys.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Location: Yeovil, UK (Hybrid) 3 onsite 2 at home
Pay Rate: £72 per hour
Hours: 37hrs per week minimum. 09:00-16:00 Monday-Thursday, 09:00-12:00 on Friday

About the Role:

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies in Yeovil is seeking an experienced Electronics Engineer to support the design and development of advanced electronic controllers used in Environmental Control Systems and Life Support Systems. Our products are used across nearly every commercial, defence, and space aircraft platform, contributing to safer, more efficient, and more innovative aerospace solutions.
The Yeovil site is a major design, development, and manufacturing centre, offering world class test and qualification facilities and a rich aviation heritage. You will join our Electronic Controllers team - a multidisciplinary group responsible for designing high integrity hardware that integrates with specialised software to meet stringent aerospace requirements.

This role focuses on full lifecycle electronics engineering, supporting projects from initial concept and documentation through detailed design, test, verification, manufacturing support, and in service issue resolution. We are seeking an engineer with strong analogue and digital circuit design skills, ideally from aerospace or another highly regulated industry (e.g., nuclear, rail).
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Key Responsibilities
* Support end to end electronics design lifecycle, from concept and requirements through production and in service support.
* Define and document electronics requirements, design plans, and specifications.
* Design analogue and digital circuits, progressing concepts through to complete PCB layouts and full manufacturing drawing packs.
* Produce all supporting design, verification, and test documentation required for certification and manufacturing.
* Participate in and contribute to design reviews, clearly communicating technical content to both technical and non technical stakeholders.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant quality processes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
* Work closely with internal manufacturing teams and external suppliers to ensure smooth new product introduction, including PCB build, assembly, test, and system integration.
* Provide expert technical support for manufacturing issues and in service investigations across the product range.

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Required Qualifications & Experience
* Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.
* 3+ years of electronics design experience within aerospace or another highly regulated sector (e.g., nuclear, rail).
* Strong understanding of electronics design principles and industry best practices.
* Proficient in low power digital circuit design.
* Solid understanding of low frequency analogue interface design.
* Experience using industry standard ECAD tools (Mentor Graphics preferred).
* Knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacture) and DFT (Design for Test) methodologies.
* Familiarity with EMC design and qualification requirements.
* Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
* Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail.
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Desirable
* PCB layout experience

Apply Now:
If you meet the mandatory requirements and are ready to take the next step in your engineering support career, we would love to hear from you!

£35 per hour | Outside IR35
4 on 4 off (Days & Nights)
North Wales

gap technical are representing a market-leading manufacturing business seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to provide contract maintenance engineering services at their North Wales site.

Scope of Services

• The successful contractor will provide maintenance engineering support services to ensure the ongoing reliability, availability, and performance of production and packaging assets.
  The contractor will determine how services are delivered, using their own expertise and judgement to meet site requirements and agreed outcomes.
• There is no obligation to provide continuous work, and no expectation of employee-style supervision or management.

Key Service Deliverables

• Provision of responsive breakdown support to minimise production disruption
• Execution of planned and preventative maintenance activities as agreed with site engineering leadership
• Electrical fault diagnosis using drawings, diagnostics, and equipment history
• Identification and rectification of recurring equipment faults, including implementation of permanent corrective actions
• Maintenance and optimisation of automated food production and packaging machinery
• Support for continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and uptime
• Collaboration with production and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient plant operation
• Assistance with machinery modifications, upgrades, and repair works as required
• All services delivered in compliance with site health, safety, and food hygiene standards

Contractor Profile

• Time-served engineer or demonstrable equivalent industry experience

• Strong electrical bias with proven capability in FMCG manufacturing environments

• Experience working with:

• 3-phase electrical systems

• Motors, drives, inverters, and safety circuits

• PLC fault-finding (Siemens / Allen Bradley or similar)

• Automated food production and packaging equipment

Previous experience providing services as a maintenance engineering contractorAble to work with minimal direction, managing workload and priorities independentlyStrong communication skills when liaising with site stakeholdersAvailability to support a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, including days and nights

Apply

To be considered, please submit your CV via the Apply Now option on the website.

For further information on this engagement or to discuss other contract opportunities, please get in touch.

This contract opportunity is advertised by gap technical, operating as an employment business. Selection is based solely on suitability to provide the services described.

Closing Date: 20/02/2026

Automation Engineer / Manufacturing / £55k-£65k (DOE) + benefits / Hull

Looking for a new challenge in 2026 within Automation and Control Systems? This could be an excellent opportunity for you!

We’re working with a manufacturing site seeking a Control Systems / Automation Engineer with 3–5+ years’ experience in a plant or industrial environment. The role is site-based and offers the chance to take real ownership of the control systems while contributing to ongoing projects and future site investment.

The role will involve:

* Managing and maintaining the on-site Siemens PLC systems

* Writing, modifying, and improving PLC code to support safe and efficient operations

* Supporting control systems projects and continuous improvement initiatives

* Ensuring control systems reliability and process stability across the site

The site operates with ATEX areas and SIL-regulated systems. Experience in these areas is beneficial but not essential, as training and development can be provided.

With strong growth plans, site expansion, and continued investment planned for 2026, this role offers clear opportunities for progression and long-term development.

If you’re interested in taking the next step in your automation career, please get in touch to find out more.

Main Responsibilities:

* Act as first point of contact for Electrical and Automation maintenance support.

* Provide rapid response to breakdowns, minimising plant and process downtime.

* Modify and maintain PLC programs (Siemens, TIA Portal, WinCC), ensuring program integrity is preserved.

* Support operations and projects across control systems, electrical infrastructure, and instrumentation.

* Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs on production equipment.

* Collaborate with production teams to identify process limitations and recommend improvements.

* Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities on production lines.

* Apply structured problem-solving techniques (RCA, 5 Whys, predictive maintenance).

* Support continuous improvement initiatives including TPM, CBM, EEM, and lean principles.

* Assist with commissioning and installation of new machinery.

* Ensure engineering activities are accurately recorded on the CMMS, including time, parts, and costs.

* Support critical spares and plant inventory management.

* Contribute to knowledge transfer and basic skills training for operators.

* Comply fully with all Health & Safety, Food Safety, and site procedures.

* Undertake training and development identified through performance reviews.

* Carry out any other reasonable engineering-related duties.

What’s in it for you?

* Salary - £55K-£65K (DOE)

* Pension – 12%er / 5%ee

* BUPA healthcare

* Non-Contractual bonus dependant on Company performance

* Holidays – 25 days + 8 bank