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Facility Engineer
Certain Advantage
Warminster
In office
Mid - Senior
£25/hour (Negotiable)
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Facilities Engineer

Certain Advantage are hiring for a Facilities Engineer based in Solihull.

This role is an initial 10-month contract is required to be onsite fulltime.

Role Overview

The role involves end-to-end project ownership, from concept definition through to final handover, ensuring delivery meets technical, safety, quality, and operational requirements.

Your responsibilities

Define robust delivery plans with minimised disruption to production operations.
Define solutions to deliver required capabilities for throughput and quality for new and modified facilities.
Manage Contractors in strict accordance with the businesses Control of Contractors procedures.
Document and resolve issues using appropriate problem-solving methodologies and tool sets.
Manage projects from concept through to final handover and acceptance, including management of timing, risks & issues.
Co-ordinate the support and input of all relevant stakeholders to achieve detailed project scopes, design review, acceptance, and buy-off with successful handover of new or modified facilities
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Systems Qualification Engineer
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Christchurch
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£72/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

2-3 days on site

£72.54 per hour (inside IR35)

Defence

12 months

As a Qualification Systems Engineer you will report to the Lead Hardware Systems Engineer and Project Design Authority as applicable. Your responsibilities will include estimation of development activities, design of technical solutions, implementation of proposed solutions and the testing involved in verifying them. You will also be required to help in diagnosing with reported issues. This role will require the need to travel to test house.

As part of the development team you will be expected to work closely with your team members, as well as providing support to other teams such as business winning, development, test, and support teams.

You will support the design, qualification and implementation of our deliveries at the operational level. In other words, not only will you be responsible for ensuring the components comprising our systems meet their requirements but you will be responsible for ensuring our delivered products operates and integrates.

You will also be responsible for helping to ensure the overall Physical, Electrical and Environmental compliance of the delivered System, ensuring it meets both BAE Systems Product Safety mandates and the statutory requirements of the customer’s base of operation.

Your main responsibilities as a Systems Engineer will involve:

Providing Hardware and Systems Engineering support to the business development activities including study/experimentation activities, system de-risking activities, interfacing with suppliers
Development and implementation of technical solutions that meet the customer requirements
Support System Integration activities
The safe design of the system prior to delivery and for the preparation of information required by the Design Authority to support the Design Certification and Certificate of Design activities

Knowledge:

A strong Hardware and Systems Engineering background
A good understanding of the complete engineering lifecycle and configuration management
A good working knowledge of the development processes (e.g. requirements, design, specification, implementation, integration and testing, acceptance), and development tools (e.g. Requirements Management, Modelling and defect reporting systems)
Experience of providing engineering input and support to business development activities would be an advantage.
Demonstrable knowledge or experience in some or all of the following would be especially desirable, in particular their applications in a military context:
Electrical engineering disciplines e.g. BS7671 qualified
CAD experience / familiarity desirable
Communications technologies: IP networking (including network design), VOIP, Point-to-Point radio links, serial communication
A good understanding of designing equipment to meet stringent environmental requirements such as EMC, Environmental etc. (awareness of associated DEF-STANS would be desirable)
Understanding of Design Certification and Product Safety Processes

Desirable:

A background in Communications (voice, data and radio products)

Senior Engineer
Contract Scotland
Thurso
In office
Senior
£50,000 - £60,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you ready to elevate your career with a leading Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor? This is your chance to join an esteemed team working on the ASTI Framework in the picturesque town of Thurso, Scotland. Imagine being part of a project that not only challenges your skills but also rewards your dedication with competitive working away allowances and attractive bonuses.

This role calls for a Senior Engineer with a proven track record in civil engineering projects. Your expertise will be pivotal in driving the success of this high-profile project. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the ASTI Framework and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving abilities. Strong leadership skills are essential, as you will be guiding a team of talented engineers and ensuring that all project milestones are met with precision and efficiency.

In addition to technical proficiency, excellent communication skills are crucial. You will be liaising with various stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all project requirements are clearly understood and executed. A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, along with relevant professional certifications, will be highly advantageous.

This role offers more than just a position; it offers a platform to showcase your skills on a significant stage. The company values its employees and is committed to their professional growth and well-being. Working away allowances ensure that your time away from home is comfortable and stress-free, while performance-based bonuses provide a tangible recognition of your hard work and dedication.

Take the next step in your career and become part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of civil engineering in Scotland. Apply now to embark on a journey that promises professional growth, rewarding challenges, and the satisfaction of contributing to a landmark project.

Contact Adam Rahma on (url removed) for a confidential discussion

Legal Information:

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior
£70,000 - £85,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Our client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering and project consultancy operating across the built environment in England. The organisation delivers technically robust mechanical design and advisory services across a varied portfolio of complex projects, primarily within regulated and public-sector environments. Known for its collaborative culture and strong commitment to professional development, the business offers a supportive, long-term career path for experienced engineers seeking senior responsibility and influence.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Salary & Benefits

Salary £70,000 - £85,000 (dependent on experience)
Car Allowance
Nest Pension Scheme
22 days annual leave, with discretionary Christmas shutdown
Hybrid Working
Discretionary annual bonus
Bupa Private Healthcare/ Dental Cover
Extensive APC / chartership support where relevant to the role
Cycle to Work Scheme/ EV Scheme
Early finish on the last Friday of every month

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Job Overview

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will play a key role in the design, coordination, and delivery of mechanical building services projects from concept through to completion. Working closely with project managers, surveyors, and other technical specialists, the role involves producing high-quality mechanical designs, specifications, and technical documentation while ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory and industry standards.

Projects typically include both new build and refurbishment schemes across sectors such as education, healthcare, and other regulated environments. The position also provides opportunities to support project delivery, contribute technical leadership, and mentor junior engineers within the team.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Job Requirements

Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
Demonstrable experience within a mechanical design or building services consultancy environment
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services systems and design principles
Sound understanding of UK Building Regulations, British and European Standards, and industry best practice
Experience producing specifications, technical reports, drawings, and tender documentation
Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer status (CEng)
Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. IMechE or similar)
Experience delivering projects within education, healthcare, or public-sector environments
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for

Senior Fire Alarm Engineer
WeDo Recruitment Investments Ltd
Chesterfield
Hybrid
Senior
£23,000 - £25,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Level 3 Qualified Fire Alarm Engineer,

Salary: £23.00phr - Plus Overtime - Rates depend on experience

Location: Within 1 hour of Chesterfield
Hours: Monday to Friday, minimum -(site working hours vary)

NuTrade recruitment are working with an electrical contractor who are looking to add a “seniorFire Alarm Engineer” to their team.

This role involves site-based work, and further progression. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step, with endless possibilities!!

What We Offer:

* Pay: Depending on experience

* Paid travel time DOOR TO DOOR

* Holidays: 21 days plus bank holidays, plus 1 year for every year of service

* Pension scheme

* Death in service insurance

* Company van

* Full PPE provided

* Paid time off over Christmas

* Meal allowance: £25 per night when working away.

* Training & development: Ongoing opportunities

Role Requirements:

* Experience in mainly commercial installation and maintenance

* Able to work under your own initiative

* Experience working on-site in various environments.

* Full UK driving licence

All works carried out will be on commercial sites, such as large warehouses, offices, and Retail

This is a very exciting opportunity for someone to build a new fire alarm division. You will work alongside the directors to assist with the installation of the fire alarm systems on multiple sites across the country.

With an order book of over £300k for the first quarter of 2026 already, we need someone who has knowledge and good experience. You will have knowledge and be able to assist them in gaining the BAFE accreditation.

Initially, this will be on the tools and then, as the business grows, building your own team and becoming office-based, where you will manage the team and run the day-to-day operations of the division. Obviously, as your responsibility increases, so will your salary.

Travel is paid at normal time, and any weekend work is x1.5.

* Clean drivers licence is a must

* 21 days holiday + statutory, +1 per year worked up to a max 25 days

* Death in service takes effect after 6 months of service

To apply please send a CV and one of the team will be in touch, or call (phone number removed) - (phone number removed)

Project Manager
CONTRACT SCOTLAND LIMITED
Edinburgh
In office
Mid - Senior
£60,000 - £70,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a leading Specialist Civil Engineering Contractor in Central Scotland? This is your chance to join a dynamic team that excels in bridge repairs, footpaths, highways, concrete repairs, concrete structures, and cathodic protection. Imagine working on high-profile projects that not only challenge your skills but also make a tangible difference in the community.

This role is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional results. As a Project Manager, you will be at the forefront of innovative engineering solutions, overseeing projects from inception to completion. Your leadership will be instrumental in ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Candidates should possess a proven track record in project management within the civil engineering sector, particularly in bridge repairs, highways, and concrete structures. A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is essential, along with professional certification such as PMP or PRINCE2. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are crucial. Experience with cathodic protection systems will be highly advantageous.

In this role, you will collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals, utilising state-of-the-art technology and methodologies. The company values continuous professional development, offering extensive training and career progression opportunities. Competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment are just a few of the perks that come with this role.

If you are a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a passion for civil engineering, this is the perfect stage for you to showcase your talents. Take the next step in your career and become part of a company that is committed to engineering excellence and innovation. Apply now and be part of a team that is shaping the future of infrastructure in Central Scotland.

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.

Licenced Engineer
Morson Edge
Carterton
In office
Mid - Senior
£60/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Licensed Aircraft Engineer (B1 / B2 – A400M)

Recruiter: Morson Edge
Location: RAF Brize Norton
Aircraft Type: A400M
Contract Type: 6 months Contract
Rate: £60 per hour
Clearance: Must be eligible to hold UK Security Clearance
Shift Pattern: 5x5x4, 07:00 – 19:00

Morson Edge are recruiting for an experienced Licensed Aircraft Engineer to support A400M aircraft maintenance and certification activities at RAF Brize Norton. This role requires an engineer capable of meeting MAA RA4801 requirements and holding appropriate company approvals to perform and certify aircraft maintenance in accordance with approved Technical Documentation and Company Procedures.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on engineer with strong safety awareness, leadership capability, and a commitment to continuous improvement. There may also be opportunities to undertake limited supervisory responsibilities to support operational requirements and role development.

Key Responsibilities

Perform and certify A400M aircraft maintenance in accordance with approved Technical Documentation and Company Procedures

Certify own work and, where authorised, the work of others within the scope of approvals held

Work under the direction of the Senior Licensed Engineer (SLE) or Lead Engineer (LE), supporting team delivery and safe working practices

Lead groups of engineers on assigned tasks to meet delivery and safety requirements

Identify, address, and report safety concerns immediately

Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in a clean, serviceable, and safe condition

Raise, complete, and review maintenance documentation accurately and in a timely manner

Recommend improvements to safety, quality, and efficiency

Mentor apprentices, trainees, and new starters, monitoring performance and reporting as required

Maintain currency with Read & Sign notices and regulatory updates

Support offsite activities when required (e.g. AOG or line support)

Uphold professional standards of behaviour, discipline, and presentation in line with company values

Health, Safety & Compliance

Comply with all Health & Safety, Aviation Safety, and Security responsibilities

Apply Human Factors and safety management principles to all activities

Support organisational Safety Management System and security policies

Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others in the workplace

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Hold an appropriate Category B licence in accordance with CAA Part 66, or equivalent experience

Completion of MOD Phase 2 Technical Training (in line with MAA RA4808)

A400M Type Course completed

Valid EWIS and Human Factors training

Ability to obtain and exercise company approvals to the full extent of licence held

Successfully complete role-based Competency Assessment and Independent Quality Board

Proven ability to work effectively within a team and lead technicians on task

Strong communication skills and good aviation safety awareness

Hold a UK driving licence and be capable of obtaining an airside driving permit

Eligible to obtain and maintain UK security clearance

Desirable Skills

High level of technical experience within military or regulated aviation environments

Previous supervisory or mentoring experience

What’s on Offer

£60 per hour contract rate

Contract role supporting A400M operations at RAF Brize Norton

Structured day shift pattern (5x5x4)

Regulated, safety-focused engineering environment

Potential for role development and contract extension

Reliability and Maintainability Engineer
Morson Edge
Yeovil
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Reliability & Maintainability Engineer
Location: Yeovil, 3 days on site
Duration: 12 months
Rate: Negotiable (inside IR35)

Our client is currently recruiting for a Reliability & Maintainability Engineer. Working within Product Support Engineering, you’ll be part of the Reliability and Maintainability Department who provide and co-ordinate specialist R&M knowledge to deliver support to design engineering and logistics modelling, and prepare contracted deliverable outputs for a range of helicopter programmes. The main purpose of the role is to provide and co-ordinate specialist Reliability & Maintainability (R&M) engineering knowledge to deliver design and logistic support, oversee junior team members and prepare contracted deliverable outputs for a range of programmes within the Reliability & Maintainability department. You will also be responsible for monitoring budget, planning workloads and assessing scope and support for new work as requirements are submitted to the department.
The Customer Support Division is responsible for supporting an extensive in-service helicopter fleet operated by many clients worldwide, including some of the most technologically advanced helicopters in the world.

You will provide expert specialist analysis, advice and support within the following Reliability and Maintainability disciplines:
• RM&T Programme Planning.
• Reliability Analysis.
• Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Implement Development and Production Reliability testing (RGT, HALT, HASS, ESS, PRAT).
• Reliability Centred Maintenance, including Scheduled Maintenance Analysis.
• Maintainability Analysis.
• Testability Analysis.
• Maintainability input to Design.
• Failure/Data Recording, Analysis, and Corrective Action System (F/DRACAS).
• Availability Analysis.
• Reliability and Maintainability Project Planning & Budget Control.

Proven Ability / Key Skills
• Educated to minimum of HNC level in a relevant aviation related subject and/or have completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• Proven ability in Reliability and Maintainability sufficient to gain the necessary technical knowledge and proven ability to make expert technical assessments and judgements related to R&M.
• A working knowledge of applicable industry Standards and Policies applicable to R&M and Aircraft Maintenance is essential, including: UK MoD Defence Standards (e.g. 00-40, 00-42, 00-44 and 0045, MAM-P (and related Regulatory Articles and Manuals), JAP(D)100C-22, etc.) Military Standards (e.g. 1629A, 882E, etc.) ATA-MSG-3. An awareness of the application of Mil-Hdbk-217F, EPRD & NPRD, FMD, ASD S4000P and ASD S5000F, etc.
• Effective communication, influencing and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of an integrated matrix team and lead other team members is required.
• Computing skills including MS Word and Excel are essential and knowledge of MS Access would be beneficial.

Senior Principal Hardware Engineer
Morson Edge
Rochester
In office
Senior
£69/hour - £92/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Principal Hardware Engineer

Location: Rochester, full time on site

Rate: £69.72 ph PAYE (£79.86 ph inclusive of holiday pay) or £94.24 p/h Umbrella

Inside IR35

Duration: 12 Months initial

As a Principal Hardware Engineer, you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls, Active Inceptors and other associated safety-critical technology.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with leading, innovating cutting edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry.

Typical duties include:

  • Executing complex hardware design tasks in accordance with the hardware development plan, whilst meeting agreed timescales and allocated budgets
  • Conducting hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, detailed design including a range of analysis tasks
  • Adopting an innovative approach to design and identifying improvements to working practices
  • Working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies
  • Providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions.
  • Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members
  • Delivering design artefacts in accordance with company and industry standards

Key Skillset

Knowledge:

  • Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise
  • Analogue simulations tools, e.g. Simetrix or Spice
  • Timing designer tools, e.g. Chronology
  • Signal integrity tools and principles
  • System development tools, e.g. Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink
  • Requirements management tools, e.g. DOORS
  • Proven ability working on safety critical systems.

Skills:

  • Working knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies
  • Experience of working through the full engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification
  • Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs
  • Capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle.
  • Robust understanding of product design and work package control.
  • Proven ability in digital &/or analogue electronics technologies.
Codification Engineer
Certain Advantage
Stevenage
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£45/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Codification Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role will be a hybrid position of 1-2 days in office, rest of the week remote.
Candidates from the following fields would be well suited to this role: Configuration Engineer, Engineering Data Engineer, Engineering Data Analyst, Technical Data Engineer, Product Configuration Engineer, ILS Engineer (Integrated Logistics Support Engineer), Supportability Engineer, Defence Logistics Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Supply Chain Engineer (Defence), Codification Engineer, NATO Codification Specialist, NSN Codification Engineer, PLM Engineer, SAP Master Data Engineer, and Configuration/Data Management Specialist within engineering or manufacturing environments.
Rate:£45 per hour
Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at time and a quarter
Location: Stevenage
Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be 1-2 days per week onsite
Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
Interview process: One stage video interview process

Job Description:

  • To support projects in the NATO Stock Number (NSN) codification process of codifying assemblies and components in accordance with the MoD process standards that define codification requirements SSCP47, JSP886 Vol 2 CH 4 and DEFCON 117
  • Co-ordination and management & maintaining NSN codification configuration with SAP part numbers and technical information
  • Act as the focal point of contact to the MoD for NSN codification
  • Provide codification support change process.
  • Support NATO codification using the Codification Support Information System (CSIS) - UK National Codification Bureau
  • Utilisation of Matrix/PLM database our in-house engineering and item configuration tool.
  • Using the MCL Unitex database to check for existing Nato Stock Numbers

Your skills and experiences:
Essential:

  • Ability to use judgment based on the analysis of factual information provided by the team and other stakeholders to derive positive and compliant results
  • Ability to prioritise multiple complex issues
  • Knowledge of how supporting functions work e.g. ILS, GFE, ITAR, Configuration Management, Commercial, Engineering
  • Knowledge and experience of how Engineering, Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams integrate to develop a product
  • Understanding of the legal and regulatory environment into which we operate and function and consideration of MoD codification processes, existing and updates that may influence codification of components

Desirable:

  • Background in MOD
  • NATO qualifications
Senior Principal Hardware Engineer
Morson Edge
Rochester
In office
Senior
£69/hour - £92/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Principal Hardware Engineer

Location: Rochester, full time on site

Rate: £69.72 ph PAYE (£79.86 ph inclusive of holiday pay) or £94.24 p/h Umbrella

Inside IR35

Duration: 12 Months initial

As a Principal Hardware Engineer, you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls, Active Inceptors and other associated safety-critical technology.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with leading, innovating cutting edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry.

Typical duties include:

Executing complex hardware design tasks in accordance with the hardware development plan, whilst meeting agreed timescales and allocated budgets

Conducting hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, detailed design including a range of analysis tasks

Adopting an innovative approach to design and identifying improvements to working practices

Working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies

Providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions.

Coaching & developing the skills of junior team members

Delivering design artefacts in accordance with company and industry standards

Key Skillset

Knowledge:

Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise

Analogue simulations tools, e.g. Simetrix or Spice

Timing designer tools, e.g. Chronology

Signal integrity tools and principles

System development tools, e.g. Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink

Requirements management tools, e.g. DOORS

Proven ability working on safety critical systems.

Skills:

Working knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies

Experience of working through the full engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification

Ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs

Capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle.

Robust understanding of product design and work package control.

Proven ability in digital &/or analogue electronics technologies.

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Morson Edge
Washington
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Gateshead or Telford

Job Type: Contract, Full-Time

Primary Industry: Engineering

Secondary Industry: Military and Defence

Job Description

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer plays a crucial role within the engineering team, delivering advanced mechanical design solutions for defence-related projects. This position requires a high level of technical expertise in mechanical design, alongside a comprehensive understanding of military and defence standards. The role involves conceptualising, developing and refining mechanical components and assemblies, ensuring designs meet stringent performance, safety and quality requirements.

The successful candidate collaborates closely with multi-disciplinary teams including systems engineers, manufacturing, quality assurance and project management to deliver robust and innovative mechanical designs. The role demands strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage design activities throughout the full product lifecycle from concept to production support.

Job Duties
  • Develop and produce detailed mechanical design drawings, models and specifications using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
  • Lead design reviews and provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with relevant military and defence standards.
  • Perform mechanical calculations and simulations to validate design performance and reliability under operational conditions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical designs with electrical, systems and software components.
  • Manage design changes effectively, ensuring traceability and documentation of all revisions.
  • Support prototyping, testing and validation activities, analysing results and implementing necessary design improvements.
  • Ensure all designs comply with health and safety regulations and industry best practises.
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation including bills of materials, assembly instructions and user guides.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the mechanical design discipline.
  • Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development.
Required Qualifications
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
  • Proven experience using 3D CAD software Siemens NX.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials science and manufacturing processes.
  • Familiarity with military and defence engineering requirements and standards.
  • Demonstrable ability to produce high-quality technical documentation.
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering qualification.
Experience
  • At least five years of experience in mechanical design engineering within the defence or related engineering sector.
  • Experience working on complex, safety-critical systems.
  • Proven track record of delivering mechanical designs through full product lifecycle stages.
Knowledge and Skills
  • Excellent knowledge of mechanical design methodologies and best practises.
  • Proficient in CAD modelling and engineering analysis techniques.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective communication skills, able to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines.
  • Familiarity with relevant British and international engineering standards.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Membership of a recognised professional engineering institution such as the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
  • Experience with defence-specific design tools and simulation software.
  • Security clearance or eligibility to obtain security clearance for work within the defence sector.
Working Conditions
  • The role is primarily hybrid office-based (3 days) with occasional visits to manufacturing or testing facilities.
  • Standard full-time hours are expected, with some flexibility required to meet project deadlines.
  • The position may involve working within a secure environment requiring adherence to confidentiality and security protocols.
  • Travel within the United Kingdom may be necessary to support project activities or client meetings.
Rolling Stock Engineer
Morson Edge
Derby
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Rolling Stock Engineer (Nights) – Rolling Stock
Location: Derby
Contract Duration: Minimum 6 Month contract
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The Opportunity
Our client, a leading organisation within the UK rail rolling stock sector, is seeking three Rolling Stock Engineers to join their team on a minimum 6-month contract, working nights at their Derby depot. Roles are inside scope of IR35.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers with strong fault-finding capability and technical reporting skills to support fleet reliability, performance, and maintenance delivery within a busy depot environment.

Working 20:00-06:00am (10 hour shift per night), 4 nights on a rolling week.
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Key Responsibilities
• Provide technical support to depot maintenance teams during night shifts
• Carry out detailed fault finding and diagnostics on rolling stock systems
• Assist maintenance teams with complex and in-depth faults, sharing fault-finding techniques and supporting the effective use of schematics across rolling stock assets
• Lead and direct the maintenance shift in relation to engineering issues, technical decision-making, and governance compliance
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) investigations to improve fleet reliability
• Produce clear, accurate, and robust technical reports following incidents and failures
• Liaise with engineering, operations, and reliability teams to ensure timely resolution of defects
• Ensure all work is completed in line with safety, quality, and industry standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability growth initiatives
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Essential Experience & Skills
• Proven experience working on UK rolling stock (mechanical and/or electrical systems)
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability across complex systems
• Ability to interpret and apply technical drawings and schematics effectively
• Experience writing detailed, structured, and technically robust engineering reports
• Experience providing technical leadership within a depot or shift environment
• Good understanding of safety-critical environments
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and problem-solving skills
• Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
________________________________________
Desirable
• Experience supporting fleet operations within a depot environment
• Knowledge of reliability engineering and failure analysis techniques

Technical Support Engineer
Rullion Limited
Bridgwater
Hybrid
Graduate - Junior
£140/day - £180/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Job title: Technical Support Engineer

Job Type: Contract

Start date: Immediate

Duration: Up to Dec 2026 (Extension possible beyond this)

Pay rate: Up to £180 PAYE / £240 Umbrella per day

Location: Hinkley Point C

Hours of work: 3 days on site, 2 working from home.

Whether you’re a recent engineering graduate or an early-career professional with a few years of experience, this is an excellent opportunity to step into the nuclear sector and develop your career on one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects at Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Station, gaining hands-on experience, structured training, and exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams while building a strong foundation in a highly sought-after industry, with strong support for professional growth, continuous learning, and long-term developmental opportunities.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate of the following skills/experience:

  • Demonstrates a proactive mindset with a strong desire to learn, grow and continuously improve.
  • Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic project environment.
  • Self-aware of personal knowledge limits and comfortable seeking guidance from subject matter experts when required.
  • Capable of working independently and taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities.
  • Applies a pragmatic and practical approach when developing solutions to engineering challenges.
  • Able to resolve straightforward technical issues within their own discipline with minimal supervision.
  • Confident user of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Essential

  • Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.
  • Demonstrated ability to solve problems and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Role information:

  • Support the drafting of engineering modification responses under supervision, ensuring alignment with project standards and expectations across stakeholders.
  • Engage directly with construction teams to maintain visibility of programme drivers and incorporate emerging site priorities into technical planning.
  • Coordinate and contribute to the delivery of SFS workshops, capturing outputs and ensuring actions are closed efficiently across disciplines.
  • Maintain Technical Branch coordination of the Standard Field Solutions (SFS) information, driving resolution progress and ensuring alignment with field conditions.
  • Collate and synthesise technical information from multiple sources to support standardisation and issue resolution.
  • Contribute to process documentation activities, helping to identify inefficiencies and embed continuous improvement practices.
  • Take responsibility for developing and maintaining PowerBI dashboards used to monitor resolution activity and inform governance reporting.
  • Facilitate learning sessions and multi-disciplinary reviews, ensuring knowledge transfer is captured and disseminated effectively.
  • Assist in the creation and improvement of procedural documentation and insight responses to reflect lessons learned and support quality delivery.
  • Own and manage updates to the JDO SharePoint site, keeping content current, accessible, and engaging for the project team.
  • Coordinate technical resolution actions across disciplines, ensuring timely updates to action trackers and proactively following up on overdue items to support efficient issue closure.
  • Operate within established JDO governance and reporting lines, supporting the broader objectives of the Technical Resolution function under the direction of the Transverse Technical Manager.

Interested in this position? please click ‘apply now’

We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd acting as an employment business

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion’s approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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

Mechanical Design Engineer Building Services
Morson Edge
Manchester
Remote or hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Principal, Senior and Intermediate Mechanical Design Building Services Engineers required
6 Month contract - Rolling
Inside Ir35 - Umbrella/PAYE only
UK Wide - Remote/Hybrid working

Role description:
We are looking for a Chartered Mechanical Engineer with previous experience working in a consultancy environment to join our Places Design Practice. In this role, you’ll be delivering elegant and efficient mechanical design solutions on exciting and challenging projects for key clients.

We work with our clients around the world to create, support, and enhance smart, safe and sustainable places where people live, work, learn and thrive. Places impact on the quality of people’s lives. Whether new homes, shops, workplaces, schools and hospitals, manufacturing, research and development facilities, or data and distribution centres. People and communities thrive when the spaces in which they live, work, move and play are designed and managed in a way that best meets their needs.

Role accountabilities:
In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing technical aspects of small projects or components of larger projects, meeting financial, quality and timeframe objectives and meeting or exceeding client expectations.

You will work collaboratively with other design disciplines to ensure the integration of the overall design or solution and you’ll participate in the development of technical proposals. You will also present technical solutions to clients.

As a Senior Engineer, you will lead reviews of project deliverables on behalf on the mechanical engineering discipline and you’ll be expected to manage project teams of up to 5 people, ensuring work is allocated appropriately, resources are fully utilised and that any issues are resolved.

Qualifications & Experience:

A BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng in Mechanical Engineering or similar
Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Previous relevant experience in a consultancy environment
Capability to provide electrical building services expertise

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Maxwell Stephens Ltd
North West London
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

As specialist Facilities Management recruiters, we are delighted to be supporting a highly prestigious London-based organisation in the appointment of a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer on a temporary basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a large, complex and operationally busy site where engineering standards, compliance and service delivery are paramount. The role offers real responsibility, autonomy and the chance to play a key part within a professional and well-established facilities team.
The OpportunityReporting directly to the Chief Engineer, you will take ownership of mechanical maintenance and water hygiene compliance across the site. This is a hands-on position with leadership responsibilities, including supervising engineers and managing subcontractors when required.
You will play a key role in ensuring statutory compliance, plant reliability and operational continuity within a live operational environment.
Key Responsibilities Deliver planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across HVAC systems, plant rooms, pumps, valves and water systems
Act as Responsible Person for Water Hygiene, managing Legionella risk assessments and remedial actions
Oversee weekly flushing regimes, temperature monitoring and compliance documentation
Conduct daily plant inspections and BMS checks
Raise and manage permits for high-risk works (hot works, confined spaces, working at height)
Supervise subcontractors including inductions and safety briefings
Support facilities requirements during live operations
Assist with compliance activities including emergency lighting, fire alarms, RCD testing and statutory inspections
Contribute to quarterly, six-monthly and annual PPM programmes including boiler servicing, HVAC inspections, gas safety checks, pressure testing and documentation reviews
Participation in an emergency on-call rota is required.

What Were Looking ForWe are keen to speak with experienced mechanical professionals who can demonstrate:
Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or recognised apprenticeship)
IOSH Working or Managing Safely
Legionella / Water Hygiene certification
Several years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience
Experience leading engineers and managing contractors
Strong working knowledge of statutory compliance and SFG20 standards
Experience using CAFM systems
Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach
Desirable qualifications include NEBOSH, Gas Safe, F-Gas, CSCS, LOLER/PUWER awareness and experience within complex or live operational environments.

Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architect
Certain Advantage
Stevenage
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£65/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 3x Mechanical Systems Engineers / Architects on an initial 12 month contract. The role will be hybrid of being split between working from home and onsite.

This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Mechanical Architect or has experience of Mechanical Systems Architecture. A defence / aerospace background is ideal but not essential. DOORS experiencewould be great.

A background or knowledge of Systems Engineering and Supplier Management would be beneficial.

Contract Duration:12Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.
Hourly Rate:£65.00ph

Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architect Job Description:

We have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Architect to join the team. This exciting role is to gather and manage the missile mechanical architecture requirements to achieve missile performance, on time and on cost and overall layout vs compliance. This involves providing justification of the design and co-ordinate the verification evidence of missile performance to support certification.

The role is responsible for the delivery of the missile mechanical architecture requirements and typical responsibilities include:

  • Establishing the Missile Airframe Task Requirements Specification (TRS) to ensure a structured & coherent mechanical response to the overall Missile TRS
  • Management of the mechanical interface with the launcher
  • Management of Mechanical & Thermal Interfaces across the Missile
  • Defining the optimum mechanical architecture for all variants of the missile, ensuring the mechanical architecture and interfaces meet requirements
  • Implementation of GMA Policies to ensure Modularity & Reuse objectives are achieved
  • Development of the overall proving logic for the validation of the Airframe
  • Ensuring mechanical compliance to the Airframe TRS for missile certificate of design
  • Interface with and manage customer expectations throughout the development process
  • Producing Statements of Work and plans for activities within their sphere of responsibility
  • Direct technical supervision of engineers within their team and indirect management of engineers in the extended project team
  • Controlling assigned budgets, managing personal workload and identifying any further resource needs

Skillset/experience required:

  • Educated to degree level with 10 years experience or an equivalent qualification having obtained significant experience of mechanical engineering

  • Ability to technically manage internal & sub-contract activities

  • Strong leadership skills, able to establish a clear engineering vision

  • Good knowledge & experience of mechanical design, including: Static & Dynamic Analysis, Design for Environment Thermal Management

  • Good understanding of broader engineering disciplines, including:

  • Aerodynamics

  • Testability

  • Production

  • Experience developing proving logic and managing the generation of compliance evidence towards Certificates of Design

  • Experience across the full Product Life Cycle

  • Ability to influence senior managers and other stakeholders

  • Strong interpersonal and well developed communication skills (written & verbal)

  • Willingness to travel within UK and Europe

  • DOORS experience wouldbe great

Civil Project Manager
Astute People
London
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a well-established Energy company to recruit a Civil Project Manager in the Southeast to look after major projects in Essex and Kent. This will be on a 36-month fixed-term-contract basis.

The vital Civil Project Manager role comes with a competitive salary + benefits package.

If you’re a Civil Project Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Civil Project Manager role

Reporting to the Project Director, you will be:

Project Management for the upcoming civil investments, mostly being part of a project team
Overseeing all design / architecture, planning, permits, specification and tendering of Civils Works packages.
Oversee assessment of bids from contractors and final selection
Supervising construction activities (Quality Assurance) on large civil projects which includes an Energy from Waste Power Station
Managing on site compliance and documentation of all issues this includes CDM Regulations, Health & safety and industry regulations.
Management of Contractors on site.
Supporting Commercial Managers with Claims Management, CapEx reports and forecasting / cost analysis.
Monitor the progress of work against the contract programme

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

Ideally degree educated in Civil Engineering (would look at HNC/HND)
A health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH is desired

Personal Skills, knowledge and experience

The Civil Project manager role would suit someone who has:

Prior experience either with Client or EPC Teams on large civil infrastructure projects (Power, Data Centres, Refinery, Oil and Gas, etc)
Exposure to pre-construction works from design, tender and planning / permitting of projects.
Experience in managing full site teams (multi-discipline)
Budgetary experience (full construction programme)

Salary and benefits of the Civil Project Manager role

Competitive basic salary
Bonus
Other benefits

#LI-AP1

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

Functional Safety Systems Engineer
RLE International
Basildon
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£30/hour - £38/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to support their team.

Position Description:

Rate: £29.59 (via Umbrella PAYE) increasing to £38.38 after 12 weeks under AWR s (Agency Worker Regulations)

Our client is seeking a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to join their core team in the Essex. You will be a key player in ensuring complex, distributed technologies including powertrain, infotainment, and active safety meet the highest safety standards. Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will bridge the gap between research and production, turning “what if” into “what s next.” As a key member of an exciting team leading Functional Safety activities in Product Development, this role involves working with technology subject matter experts to conduct Functional Safety analysis using efficient model-based systems engineering (MBSE / SysML) tools. Additionally, you will work with global teams to design simple and safe systems that bring advanced distributed technology from research to production. This role promotes technical growth and team collaboration.

Skills Required:

  • Execute ISO 26262 functional safety activities with cross functional and global teams (e.g., powertrain, infotainment, active safety, driver assistance, and automated features).

  • Apply client s ISO 26262 processes, methods, tools, and trainings to develop functional safety software and system work products.

  • Use MBSE/SysML to model functions, interfaces, and safety-related behaviour; contribute to globally common safety ratings and model libraries.

  • Support creation of safety concepts and system designs; help transition advanced technologies from research to production.

  • Produce clear technical documentation and communications supporting audits, reviews, and program milestones.

  • Lead reviews with key stakeholders and suppliers.

  • Collaborate with research and advanced engineering, product development, quality, and manufacturing to integrate safety by design.

  • Identify and drive continuous improvement in processes, methods, tools, and training.

  • Serve as a growing subject matter expert within the first year and mentor peers in functional safety and systems engineering best practices.

  • ISO 26262 Proficiency:

Practical application of ISO 26262 processes, methods, and tools within a product development environment.

  • MBSE/SysML Modelling:

Ability to model functions, interfaces, and safety-related behaviours using system modelling languages. Technical Documentation: Strong capability in producing clear technical work products to support audits, safety cases, and program milestones.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Ability to work effectively with global teams across diverse disciplines (Powertrain, Infotainment, Quality, Manufacturing).

  • Systems Thinking:

A proactive approach to understanding complex system interactions and “safety by design” principles.

Skills Preferred:

Tool Expertise:

Hands-on experience with specific MBSE tools such as MagicDraw or Cameo.

Technical Leadership:

Ability to lead technical workstreams and influence stakeholders across the organization.

Communication:

Exceptional ability to translate complex technical safety concepts into actionable requirements for non-safety engineering teams.

Test Development:

Experience developing design verification tests at the component, system, and vehicle levels.

Experience Required

Strong experience in the development of software-enabled systems.

Proven track record of applying the ISO 26262 functional safety standard throughout the product development lifecycle.

Experience Preferred:

Experience in designing architectures for complex systems, software, or electronic hardware.

Experience in the planning, development, and testing of embedded software. Experience analysing test results and executing verification plans within an automotive context.

Education Required:

Bachelor s degree in electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or Computer Science.

Education Preferred:

Master s degree in electrical engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Additional Information:

INSIDE IR35

Location: Hybrid working with 4 days required on-site.

Eligibility:

Due to working on behalf of our client, unfortunately if you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK your application will be automatically declined.

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