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Principal Engineer - Product Security
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Camberley
Hybrid
Senior
£85/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Principal Product Security Engineer

12 Month Contract

(Hybrid, 2-3 days per week on site) - Frimley, Barrow or Weymouth Based

£85.40 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35

This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UKs leading Defence companies based in Frimley. Hybrid, 2-3 days per week on site.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications
Knowledge:
* The PSA Principal Engineer will have a good understanding of the applicable regulations, standards, policies and guidance on information risk management, to be able to identify, analyse and evaluate information risks.
* They will be able to document and present risk management options to the business and participate in discussions.
* Good understanding of information security principles and is able to advise on the potential impact to Product Systems.
* Knowledge of security related activities required to support the engineering lifecycle with experience of operating in the phase relevant to the role.
* The PSA Principal Engineer will have a working knowledge of the cyber security and information assurance marketplace, including products, suppliers and key threats, and will also have an understanding of the direction of potential future technologies.
Proven experience of assessing and managing information risk in line with industry good practice.
* Experience of assessing and advising on controls to support Product Safety.
* Proven experience of applying Product Security/Information Security concepts to applicable technologies within the environment (or similar).
* Supports and contributes to information security professional bodies and industry forums.
* Can demonstrate experience of mentoring and/or providing support to others.

Skills:

  • They will be able to speak knowledgably and credibly with customer, user and internal stakeholders to explain the causes of information risks, their likelihood and potential operational and business impacts.
  • Experience of Product Security Engineering activities in the defence, maritime or closely linked domain.
  • Can demonstrate continuous improvement, professional development and awareness of current industry good practice.

Qualifications:
* Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant STEM subject or Information Security related.
* Holds NCSC CCP SIRA status (or able to achieve)
* Is a member of a professional institute

For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.

Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer
Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd
Glasgow
In office
Senior
£550/day - £650/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Astute’s Power Team are partnering with a Leading EPCM Contractor within the Energy Sector. We are currently recruiting for a Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer to join their Waste to Energy project based near Glasgow.

The Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from £550.00 to £650.00 per day outside of IR35.

Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

  • Lead and coordinate all electrical commissioning activities across the project, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution.
  • Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules in alignment with the overall project commissioning strategy.
  • Supervise and oversee electrical pre-commissioning and commissioning works, including LV/MV/HV systems, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and control systems.
  • Manage and coordinate interfaces between electrical systems and other process areas, including boiler, steam turbine, flue gas treatment (FGT), crane systems, and DNO connection.
  • Collaborate with the respective mechanical, process, and control leads to ensure integrated and sequential commissioning of all systems.
  • Ensure all commissioning documentation, ITPs, FAT/SAT reports, and test packs are properly prepared, executed, and signed off.
  • Lead troubleshooting, defect resolution, and energization activities for electrical systems and assist in plant handover to operations.
  • Review vendor and subcontractor commissioning documentation and ensure compliance with project and regulatory standards.
  • Support safety reviews, LOTO procedures, and energization permits in coordination with HSE and operations teams.
  • Provide regular progress reports and interface updates to the Commissioning Manager and Project Management Team.
  • Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
  • Proven track record in electrical commissioning on large-scale EPC or EPCM energy or process projects (preferably Waste-to-Energy, CCGT, or Biomass).
  • Strong understanding of high-voltage systems, protection relays, and control systems integration.
  • Experience working with multi-discipline teams and managing contractor and vendor interfaces.
  • Familiarity with DNO interface and grid energization requirements.
  • Excellent knowledge of commissioning procedures, testing methodologies, and electrical safety standards.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer position:

  • Glasgow, UK
  • £550.00 to £650.00 per day outside IR35
  • Immediate start date
  • 12 months

INDPOW

Astute People are acting as an employment business 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.

Design Engineer
LJB & Co
Manchester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£450/day - £500/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Wastewater Design Engineer (Contract)Rate: £500 per day
Location: UK (Hybrid/Remote options depending on candidate)
Contract: Ongoing
Start: ASAP

A leading Tier 1 utilities contractor is seeking an experienced Wastewater Design Engineer to support major infrastructure programmes. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering critical water & wastewater projects across the UK.

We are looking for a design-trained engineer with a strong background working on wastewater treatment, networks, or infrastructure schemes ideally with experience from the major water frameworks (e.g., Thames Water, Severn Trent, Anglian Water, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water) or similar top-tier utility environments.

You will play a key technical role reviewing, challenging, and refining design packages before final submission to client partners, ensuring quality, compliance, and constructability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and assess wastewater design packages for accuracy, safety, and compliance
  • Identify design clashes, risks, and opportunities for optimisation
  • Provide technical engineering input to ensure buildability and cost-effectiveness
  • Liaise closely with internal engineering teams and external design consultants
  • Ensure all documentation meets standards before final submission
  • Support continuous improvement in design processes and quality assurance

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years experience in wastewater design within major utilities projects
  • Experience working with or for Tier 1 water companies (e.g., Thames Water etc.)
  • Strong technical understanding of wastewater treatment, networks, pumps, civils or MEICA elements
  • Engineering-trained with hands-on design background (Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or Water Engineering preferred)
  • Ability to review, correct, and refine designs prior to client submission
  • Strong communication skills and attention to technical detail

Why Apply?

  • Work with a respected contractor delivering flagship water & wastewater schemes
  • Opportunity to influence high-value design packages
  • Stable, long-term contracting opportunity
  • Competitive £300/day rate
  • Join a collaborative, technically focused team
Commissioning Engineer
Morson Edge
Reading
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Purpose
To deliver commissioning projects that fully comply with national legal requirements, meet the Client’s specifications, technical standards, and applicable regulations. Provide expert commissionability input throughout the concept, detailed design, and construction phases to ensure seamless and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the Commissioning Strategy in alignment with Company, Client, and project requirements.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for the Company, Client, and subcontractors, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
  • Plan, assess, and manage all activities to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with relevant Company and Client standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Champion Company initiatives such as “People Who Do The Right Thing” and “People Who Lead Safely”.
  • Secure and organise adequate resources to deliver the contracted scope of work efficiently.
  • Oversee work execution to meet required technical and quality standards, ensuring ‘right first time’ delivery.
  • Ensure Safe Systems of Work, including Risk Assessments and Method Statements, are prepared and implemented to facilitate effective supervision and safe task completion.
  • Manage and monitor subcontractors where applicable, maintaining high performance and compliance standards.
  • Review training and competency records to confirm personnel, including subcontractors, are suitably qualified and competent for their assigned tasks.
  • Provide regular reports and performance data demonstrating compliance with Safety, Quality, Time, and Cost targets.
  • Conduct routine workplace inspections to verify adherence to Company and Client standards.

Academic Requirements

  • Vocational Qualification Level 6 / Bachelor’s Degree / SVQ Level 4
  • Membership of a recognised Engineering Institution

Or

  • NVQ Level 4 / HNC-HND / SVQ Level 3 with relevant experience
  • Membership of a recognised Engineering Institution

Specific Requirements

  • IOSH Managing Safely certification

Experience

Proven track record in managing complex commissioning projects within highly regulated environments, preferably within the nuclear sector.

Contract Details

  • Type: Inside IR35
  • Positions Available: 3
  • Security Clearance: All candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance. BPSS clearance is acceptable at the start, provided SC clearance is underway.
  • Residency Requirement: Applicants must have lived and worked in the UK for the past five years.
  • Location: Burghfield - RG30 3RR

Working Pattern
Full-time, site-based role – 11 shifts on, 3 shifts off.

Note: This role will commence on day shifts and is likely to transition to night shifts in due course.

All workers must hold a valid CSCS/ECS card prior to starting.

Lead Electrical Design Engineer
Guidant Global
Bristol
Hybrid
Senior
£97,835/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Based in Filton - Hybrid working (approx. 60% onsite)

Guidant Global is delighted to partner with Airbus to recruit a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join the Test Centre (1VM) in Filton. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the development of a new avionic control bench supporting large hydromechanical installations for landing gear extension/retraction and braking systems.

If you thrive in a collaborative engineering environment and enjoy leading on complex technical projects,this role offers both challenge and long-term career growth.

What you’ll be doing
As the Lead Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering a brand-new control bench from concept through to entry into service. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the full electrical design of a new avionic control bench
  • Developing electrical schematics, technical drawings and specifications
  • Contributing to the overall system architecture
  • Managing design risks and major engineering milestones (FCR, PDR, FDR, CDR)
  • Supporting and overseeing assembly, build, and integration activities
  • Leading the Validation & Verification phase
  • Ensuring successful entry into service
  • Working closely with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to meet time, cost and quality targets

What you’ll bring
We’re looking for someone with proven experience leading medium-to-large-scale engineering design projects - ideally within aerospace, test systems, or complex engineering environments.
You’ll also bring:

  • Strong background in electrical design and architecture
  • Experience working with design tools such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical or KiCad
  • Understanding of electrical systems, testing principles, and instrumentation
  • Knowledge of avionic hardware interfaces (analogue, discrete)
  • Familiarity with avionic data buses (A429, CAN, AFDX)
  • Experience with control systems and data acquisition
  • A collaborative mindset, adaptability, and strong communication skills

Aviation or landing-gear-related experience is beneficial but not essential. Transferable engineering experience from other sectors is welcomed.

Contract details

  • Hourly rate: £37.38 (PAYE) / £50.00 (Umbrella)
  • Hours: 35 per week across 4.5 days (between 7am-7pm)
  • Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by Airbus Security)
  • IR35 status: Inside IR35
  • Travel: Occasional

Why work with us?
At Guidant Global, we champion an inclusive and supportive workplace where people feel welcome, valued, and empowered. You’ll be joining a high-performing engineering team working on pioneering aerospace technology, with opportunities to:

  • Lead a high-impact engineering project
  • Work alongside experts across multiple disciplines
  • Build experience with cutting-edge test systems
  • Contribute to safety-critical innovations in commercial aviation

Ready to apply?
If you’re excited by the opportunity to lead major engineering design work within a world-class aerospace environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Lead C&I Commissioning Engineer
Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd
Glasgow
In office
Senior
£550/day - £650/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Astute’s Power Team are currently recruiting for a Lead C&I Commissioning Engineer to join the EPCm Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based in Glasgow, Scotland.

The Lead C&I Commissioning Engineer comes with a day rate from £550.00 to £650.00 per day outside of IR35.

Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

  • Lead all Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility.
  • Review and validate loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation.
  • Manage and coordinate commissioning of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems across key plant areas including boiler island, turbine generator, flue gas treatment (FGT), and balance of plant.
  • Develop and execute detailed commissioning procedures, method statements, and test documentation aligned with OEM and EPC requirements.
  • Lead functional testing during cold commissioning, ensuring correct interlocks, alarms, permissives, and cause & effect matrices are fully validated.
  • Oversee hot commissioning activities including first fire, steam blows, turbine rolling, and grid synchronisation from a controls and instrumentation perspective.
  • Troubleshoot control system faults, signal issues, communication errors, and instrumentation performance during live plant conditions.
  • Interface closely with mechanical, electrical, and process commissioning teams to ensure integrated system performance and safe energisation sequences.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, permit-to-work systems, and commissioning risk assessments during energised testing phases.
  • Support performance testing, emissions monitoring validation, and final plant handover documentation to operations.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Lead C&I Commissioning Engineer position:

  • Glasgow, Scotland
  • £550.00 to £650.00 per day outside IR35
  • Immediate start date
  • 12 months

INDPOW

Astute People are acting as an employment business 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.

Project Engineer
Morson Edge
Chester
In office
Junior - Mid
£26/hour - £36/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Morson are working with an Aerospace Manufacturer who are looking for a Project Engineer to join the team at the Chester site.

Tasks

  • Accompany the production team / Autonomous Production Team (APT).
  • Supports in identifying, analysing and solving technical issues not directly manageable by the Operators & First Line Manager (FLM).
  • Provides an E2E perspective at the shopfloor level within the production team / APT.
  • Supports continuous production enablement by efficiently utilising available resources & knowledge
  • Contributes to the Operational Excellence targets within her/his area by adhering to the continuous improvement of operational processes.
  • Support in identifying Non-Conformance on the shopfloor.

Skills
As the successful candidate you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

  • HNC qualification would be desirable
  • Manufacturing engineering experience required
  • Experience working to regulatory requirements and constraints.
  • Project management
  • Communication skills
  • Autonomy, adaptability, and proactivity
  • Ensure Customer Focus
  • Ensure Product Safety
  • Support Non conformity reduction activity

If you are interested in applying for this position please submit an up to date CV.

Lead Requirements Engineer - SME
Certain Advantage
Warwick
In office
Senior
£27/hour - £34/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Certain Advantage is hiring for a Lead Requirements Engineer SME based in the Warwickshire area.
This role is on a contract basis and is site-based.
The Company
Were working with a Manufacturing business that blends British craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation to create luxury vehicles that redefine performance and style.
Does this sound like your next career move?
If youre ambitious to grow, this may be your next role.
Would you like to be responsible for the creation, development and maintenance of electrical efficiency requirements?

The Role:
This role is for a Lead Requirements Engineer SME someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. Youll be results-oriented and driven to succeed.
Youll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for:

  • Requirements Authoring
  • Test Case Authoring
  • Cross-Functional Communication
  • Change Management

The Individual
Were looking for people who can show:

  • Writing and managing technical requirements
  • Stakeholder management
  • Requirements management tools (e.g. Dassault TRM, IBM DOORS)
  • Systems engineering principles and V-model development processes

The Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate of around £34 per hour
  • Training and Development

Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.

Working with Certain Advantage
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We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isnt for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.

Delivery Engineer
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
Warwick
In office
Senior - Leader
£350/day - £400/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Role/Job Title: Delivery Engineer
Work Location: UK, Gaydon
Role Type: Contracting
Mode of Working: Office based (5 days a week)
The RoleAutomotive EV propulsion systems & vehicle engineering delivery process / leadership - Programme delivery, Technical Issues management

  • Programme planning and delivery Oversee design, development and validation of powertrain systems
  • Strong understanding of EV powertrain systems, including power electronics, electric motors, batteries, and related technologies
  • Organisational skills not limited to communication, collaboration, decision-making, risk management, continuous improvement, problem solving, project management

Your Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage cross-functional teams to develop and deliver high-performance EV powertrain systems
  • Proactively monitor Engineering Delivery health status through the resolution of risks and issues, initiating corrective action where required
  • Manage project plan, timelines, project risks / issues, and mitigation plans
  • Drive engineering activities at the powertrain level, including requirements definition, supplier selection, design release, prototyping and testing
  • Collaborate with other departments - design, manufacturing and quality
  • Ensure all deliverables meet requirements, compliance with relevant standards and regulations
  • To act as the day-to-day contact in Programme Management to ensure successful programme delivery
  • Drive collaboration between OEM & supplier Engineering teams to provide
  • Managing the performance of the Engineering Delivery team to ensure successful programme delivery

Your ProfileEssential Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  • Experience with project management / agile methodologies
  • Techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes, including risks management
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Good communication and collaboration skills
  • Credibility within the programme environment and ability to influence others
  • Demonstrable experience managing and influencing key stakeholders

Desirable Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical / electrical engineering or automotive engineering
  • Working knowledge of JIRA and Confluence
  • Self-motivating and ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Strong communication skills and influence stake holders
  • PMP Certification would be an added advantage
Packaging Technologist, EPR/ESG data specialist
Kao Ltd
Stansted
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Packaging Technologist, EPR/ESG data specialist (FTC 14 month maternity cover)

Born on South Molton Street, London in 1971, Molton Brown is an icon of uniquely British style. Today, Molton Brown is one of the leading global brands in Kao’s global cosmetics portfolio. Growing from small-scale artisans into the international fragrance brand it is today, its pioneering presence is felt in our stores and websites, travel retail, luxury department stores and the most esteemed hotels around the world.

Expertly blended in London, Molton Brown’s signature fragrances, bath and shower gels, home and hand care luxuries have claimed iconic status. Kao and Molton Brown have a passion for integrity, for craftsmanship, for artistry and for giving our consumers the ultimate, quality experience.

The role:

14 month fixed-term contract (maternity cover).

You will manage new product development packaging through the stage-gate (Kaihatsu) process across retail, wholesale and e-commerce channels. Working closely with Kaihatsu project teams, you will ensure all packaging tasks are delivered on time, within budget, and ready for launch.

The role also provides data support for EPR, plastic tax, LCA and wider reporting, alongside preparation for upcoming EU PPWR requirements and the product passport for 2030. You will support the wider team with SAP queries, ensuring all data created is accurate, consistent and fit for reporting.

Key requirements:

  • Data support for EPR/PPWR/plastic tax reporting/data reporting/LCA. With the introduction of EPR and PPWR as other data reporting responsibilities, this position will play a key role in the team to help manage our reporting in an efficient and consistent manner, working alongside the ESG lead team.
  • Manage and develop new products/projects following the MB Kaihatsu process and technical packaging development steps (including project budget/artworks/codes and BOM creation/logistical date/creating specs and standards/establishing AQLs with suppliers). Ensuring all parties, suppliers and internal teams are clear on what is required and ensure that the best product for the business is delivered on time and to budget.
  • Keep abreast of ESG options for all materials being proposed in a project and look for ways to reduce, reuse, recycle where possible. Where possible look out and lead specific ESG & innovation ideas for new components, and product ideas. Awareness of EPR (UK and European packaging waste regulations).
  • Support & represent the department for Packaging / R&D & MB for any initiatives. Including attending events & supporting the management team. Also to review processes and look at opportunities to improve processes and RACI with other areas, so work smarter not just harder.

What youll need:

  • Bachelors degree or relevant qualification, ideally in a technical or material science discipline
  • Minimum 3 years experience in a similar product development or technology role, including supplier interaction
  • Solid technical understanding of the end-to-end new product development process, from concept to store
  • Proven experience with SAP and data reporting; advanced Excel skills are essential
  • Confident user of MS Office and MS Teams
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Attention to detail with a curious, tenacious and proactive mindset
  • Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

#LI-DT1

Molton Brown is part of Kao founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all - a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do - acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation and treating each other with trust and respect.

How we work:Having been selected among the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 19 consecutive years, we are a company with a purpose and strong corporate values. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. At Kao, each employee can actively shape their job and their career. We work collaboratively to achieve our common goals, always aiming to deliver the best for our customers.

Hiring Process:Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community.

Section Engineer
Morson Edge
East Midlands
In office
Mid - Senior
£450/day - £500/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Brackley
Salary: £450 - £500 per day

Summary
We are seeking a skilled Section Engineer with strong Earthworks experience to join our team delivering civil engineering works on an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Based in the Brackley area, you will report to the Sub Agent and supervise the site engineering team from construction through to project close out. Your role will include assisting with temporary works design schemes, allocating labour, plant, and materials in collaboration with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman to ensure works are completed to the required standards, programme, and budget.

You will manage the site setting-out team and oversee the performance and development of Site Engineers. Identifying and resolving technical issues on site in liaison with the Sub Agent will be a key responsibility. Additionally, you will monitor and coordinate subcontractors to ensure their works meet contractual requirements. You will ensure the team has all current information and resources to perform their duties effectively and assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans, contributing to financial forecasting.

Skills
HNC/Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Practical knowledge of site engineering activities and construction supervision
Experience in earthworks, utilities, heavy structures, or drainage
Ability to manage and develop site engineering teams
Competent in temporary works design and implementation
Strong problem-solving and technical issue resolution skills
Effective coordination and management of subcontractors
Excellent communication and team leadership skills
Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle
Valid CSCS card (White, White-Yellow, Red, Black, or Gold)
SSSTS or SMSTS certification
Software/Tools
Common site engineering and setting-out equipment (Total Station, GPS, EDM)
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Certifications & Standards
CSCS card (any recognised level as specified)
SSSTS or SMSTS (Site Supervisor or Manager Safety Training Scheme)
Full UK driving licence
This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a major national infrastructure project, working within a collaborative and safety-focused environment

Senior Engineer
Morson Edge
Prenton
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

SPEN are looking for a Senior Engineer to join them on contract basis, based in Prenton.

Role: Senior Engineer
Business: Scottish Power Energy Networks
Duration: 12 month initial contract with scope of extension
Location: Prenton, CH43 3ET/hybrid style working
Rate: Inside IR35, Umbrella and PAYE options available

Role
The position of Senior Engineer (Delivery) sits within SP Energy Networks 132kV Projects team delivering our RIIO-ED2 business plan.
In this role you will manage personal objectives to ensure the safe and timely delivery of the department work programme including design, planning and construction.
Assist in the statutory obligations of the department by developing solutions and work programmes.

What you’ll be doing

  • Contribute to the development / delivery of a portfolio of complex capital projects, ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and adherence to budget, quality, and timelines.
  • Drive performance and efficiency by identifying and implementing innovation, value engineering, and best practices to outperform price control targets.
  • Develop and manage project programmes.
  • Managing a range of multi-discipline internal teams and external contractors and ensuring delivery of key project outputs in line with business targets.
  • Ensure safe and compliant construction delivery, maintaining operational access and mitigating environmental risks.
  • Deliver quality outcomes - oversee testing, handover, and ensure accurate asset data entry into corporate systems.
  • Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned, project reviews, and sharing best practices across the wider portfolio.

What you’ll bring

  • Knowledge of infrastructure planning and consenting requirements.
  • Understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation, particularly CDM regulations.
  • Managing stakeholders and Governance for allocated projects.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams and stakeholders without direct line authority.
  • Strategic problem-solving skills - able to devise solutions for complex challenges and drive efficiency.
  • Excellent organisational and planning capability, managing long-term, multi-year projects and multi-disciplinary resources.
  • Commitment to quality and continuous improvement, ensuring best practice adoption across the portfolio.
  • Driving license (travel across SPEN locations required).

Minimum Criteria

  • Proven experience in complex project development/delivery, preferably within electrical infrastructure or transmission/distribution projects.
  • Degree in Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Cockpit plastic trims-Lead Engineer - Gaydon, UK
Infoplus Technologies UK Ltd
Warwick
In office
Senior - Leader
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Duration: 6 Months contractLocation: Gaydon, UK
The RoleAs a Cockpit system Lead Engineer responsible forend-to-end development of Cockpit plastic trimsfrom concept through launch.managing technical delivery, supplier coordination, and attribute validation to ensure that seat systems meet OEMs standards for comfort, safety, aesthetics, and innovationevaluating and implementing cost reduction (VAVE) proposalsRoles and responsibilities:Design & DevelopmentCreate CAD models and engineering drawings for cockpit plastic trims.Apply DFMEA, DFA, and DFM principles to ensure manufacturability and robustness.Collaborate with styling teams to translate design intent into feasible engineering solutions.Material & Process ExpertiseSelect appropriate plastics (ABS, PP, PC-ABS, fiber-reinforced composites) for trims.Work with suppliers on injection molding, compression molding, and finishing processes.Ensure compliance with BSR (Buzz, Squeak, Rattle), NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness), and regulatory standards.Validation & TestingOversee performance testing for durability, thermal stability, and crash safety.Ensure trims meet global regulatory requirements (EU, US, India).Cross-Functional CollaborationWork with interior design, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams.Support programme delivery and resolve engineering issues during prototype and production phases.Ensure alignment with global regulatory standards and customer expectations.Manage the cost and weight of the system as per vehicle targets.Your ProfileExperience: 8 to 10 years in automotive Cockpit plastics or interior plastic trim design and development.Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding, compression molding, and finishing processes.Familiarity with CATIA V5/V6 or other CAD tools.Understanding of NVH, safety, and regulatory requirements for cockpit trims.

Technical Shopfloor Engineer
Belcan Technical Recruiting Ltd
Chester
In office
Junior - Mid
£36/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Broughton (onsite)
Contract: 6 months (Inside IR35)
Shifts: Double Day Shift (20% uplift) - Mon-Fri
Pay: £26.92 PAYE / £36.00 Umbrella
Overtime: Paid above 35 hrs (25% Mon-Fri, 50% weekends)

Role Overview

Supports production and Autonomous Production Teams (APT) by resolving technical issues, improving processes, and enabling smooth operational flow. Provides an end-to-end (E2E) perspective at shopfloor level and contributes to continuous improvement and non-conformance reduction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support APT and production teams on technical issues.
  • Identify, analyse, and help resolve shopfloor problems.
  • Ensure production continuity by using available resources effectively.
  • Contribute to Operational Excellence and CI initiatives.
  • Identify and support non-conformance reporting.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Manufacturing engineering experience.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously with adaptability and proactivity.
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements.
  • Customer focus and commitment to product safety.

Ready to take the next step?
If you have the drive to solve real production challenges and support operational excellence on the shopfloor, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the team.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Manufacturing Engineer
Mydas Recruitment
Northern Ireland
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Mydas Recruitment are experts in the sourcing and supply of Engineers to leading organisations.

We have an exciting new short term project (12 weeks) available with a multinational manufacturing organisation based in Northern Ireland to support new projects.

Candidates should have 2+ years experience of experience of:

  • Support shop floor activities
  • Experience in formulating bills of material
  • Support continuous improvement activities in quality, cycle times, process improvement, machine availability through lean techniques and value engineering to enhance the capability of existing processes and remove waste
  • Support product CAM/CAE activities
  • work with clients & customers to resolve any issues
  • identify & rectify all non-conforming products
  • identify any tooling requirements
  • help to drive manufacturing efficiency
  • work in cross functional team including design, manufacturing, supply chain etc
  • Assess production line performance / implement Lean procedures

This is an excellent opportunity for a career minded individual within a supportive, multinational organisation

flexible working options available

Senior project engineer
Morson Edge
Glasgow
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role

Senior project engineer – Scottish power

Summary

• Hybrid Role
• Competitive rate umbrella or PAYE
• 12 month contract
• North Lanarkshire

Expectations

• To be a proactive and effective team member to maximise productivity, quality and effectiveness
• Ownership and accountability for delivery of budget / unit cost and output volumes as agreed with the Asset owner for works associated with low ground clearance works
• Leading and coaching assigned staff to accept responsibilities and accountabilities associated with delivery requirements from a cost and unit perspective
• Management of all aspects of transmission operations, including project management, operational safety, maintenance and quality assurance.
• Continuously strive to gain knowledge and experience in all areas of business procedures and system operation
• Liaison with contractors and other businesses to ensure the safe, efficient and cost effective delivery of energy to our customers
• Comply with Company Health and Safety requirements to deliver a zero accident culture and promote good safety behaviours.
• Comply with Company Environmental requirements to deliver a sustainable future on the path to Net Zero.
• Effective financial management leading to delivery of required units within agreed budget targets, forecasts and timescales.

Requirements

• Must have overhead line background
• Contract & SLA management and general commercial & regulatory awareness
• Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office
• Developed negotiation, communication and people management skills.
• Sound Financial management skills including budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Ability to devise solutions to complex problems/challenges.

If you’re interested in this role – or know someone else who might be – please apply!

Mechanical Project Manager
TREVETT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LTD
London
In office
Mid - Senior
£350/day - £400/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Mechanical Project Manager Decarbonisation Programme (Live Hospital Site)
Location:West London
Employment Type:Contract (6 - 12 months)
Day rate:£400.00 a day CIS

About the Role

We are seeking an experiencedMechanical Project Managerto deliver key decarbonisation works across a major live hospital site in West London.

You will be working alongside a leading energy and engineering specialist known for delivering large-scale carbon-reduction projects, including mechanical upgrades, heat-pump systems, plant infrastructure and sustainable energy solutions.

This role offers exposure to major capital programmes, operational estates, and high-impact sustainability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead full project lifecycle delivery of mechanical decarbonisation works within a live healthcare environment.
  • Oversee installation and commissioning of mechanical systems, including pipework, heat-pump systems, plant upgrades and associated infrastructure.
  • Manage contractors, engineers and specialist subcontractors on site.
  • Ensure strict adherence to health and safety, hospital protocols, RAMS and compliance standards.
  • Monitor progress against programme and budget, providing clear reporting to stakeholders.
  • Maintain documentation, technical records and quality assurance throughout the project.

Ideal Experience

  • Mechanical project delivery within healthcare, complex estates or large campus environments.
  • Previous involvement in decarbonisation, sustainability or energy-efficiency projects.
  • Proven end-to-end delivery capability, including installation, coordination and commissioning.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Ability to lead delivery in live, safety-critical environments.
Commissioning engineer
First Technical Recruitment
Reading
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE
Commissioning Engineer – Defence Sector

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support and deliver complex commissioning activities within the defence sector. This role ensures commissioning activities meet all applicable national legal requirements, technical specifications, and applied standards, while providing commissionability input throughout concept, detailed design, and construction phases.

This is an appointed role under internal governance procedures and requires formal appointment as a Risk Assessor.

The Role

As Commissioning Engineer, you will support the development and delivery of the commissioning strategy and act as a key interface between engineering teams and sub-contractors. You will ensure commissioning activities are delivered safely, compliantly, and to the required technical and quality standards in a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development and implementation of the Commissioning Strategy.
  • Act as a focal point for internal teams and sub-contractors during commissioning activities.
  • Ensure commissioning works are planned, risk assessed, and managed in line with company and regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to maintaining high standards of health, safety, wellbeing, and inclusion.
  • Assist in organising resources to deliver the contracted commissioning scope.
  • Oversee and execute commissioning activities to ensure delivery right first time.
  • Prepare and review Safe Systems of Work (Risk Assessments, Method Statements, etc.).
  • Monitor and coordinate sub-contractors where applicable.
  • Review training and competency records to ensure personnel are suitably qualified.
  • Provide reports and performance data relating to Safety, Quality, Time, and Cost.
  • Carry out workplace inspections and ensure compliance with procedures and standards.
  • Report incidents and unplanned events in line with company processes.

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum Academic Requirements:

  • NVQ Level 4 / HNC / HND / SVQ Level 3 (with relevant experience)
    or
  • Vocational Qualification Level 6 / Bachelor’s Degree / SVQ Level 4
  • Membership of an appropriate Engineering Institution

Essential Certification:

  • IOSH Managing Safely

Experience Required:

  • Demonstrable experience delivering commissioning activities within a highly regulated environment (defence or similar sectors such as nuclear).
  • Strong understanding of safety governance, risk assessment, and quality standards.
  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.

Behaviours

Aligned with a Mid-Level Leadership capability framework:

  • Leading Self: Demonstrates strong personal accountability and promotes a positive safety culture.
  • Leading Others: Supports team performance through effective communication and collaboration.
  • Leading Resources: Plans and organises activities to meet commissioning milestones.

Additional Information

  • Appointment under internal governance procedure IO-PRD-006.
  • Formal appointment as a Risk Assessor required.
  • Travel may be required to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.

If you are a commissioning professional seeking to contribute to critical defence programmes in a highly regulated environment, we encourage you to apply.

Data & AI Automation Lead
Tria
London
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Data, AI, Automation, Machine Learning, Transformation, Global B2C organisation

London Hybrid

Immediate OIR35 Contract - longer term permanent opportunity

A market-leading global B2C organisation is seeking a Data & AI Automation Lead to own and scale its enterprise AI and intelligent automation agenda.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for defining AI strategy, building production-grade AI/ML and automation capabilities, and delivering measurable commercial value across customer experience and operations.

The Role

  • Define and execute the enterprise AI & automation roadmap
  • Identify high-value use cases (personalisation, dynamic pricing, forecasting, workforce optimisation)
  • Own AI/ML platforms, MLOps and LLM architecture (Azure preferred)
  • Lead end-to-end delivery from experimentation to scaled deployment
  • Build and lead a multi-disciplinary AI team
  • Embed responsible AI, governance and cost control

The Profile

  • Proven track record delivering enterprise-scale AI/ML and intelligent automation
  • Strong hands-on knowledge of cloud AI platforms, data engineering and LLM/RAG architectures
  • Experience implementing MLOps, observability and model governance
  • Commercially minded, able to link AI outcomes to revenue, efficiency and customer impact
  • Background within consumer-led / B2C environments is essential

This is a rare opportunity to shape and scale AI capability within a complex, customer-centric international business.

If you’re ready to lead AI from strategy through to real-world impact, we’d love to speak with you.

Data & AI Automation Lead

Cyber Security Manager (18 Month FTC)
London Borough of Barnet
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£71,713 - £79,409
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Directorate: Strategy & Innovation
Contract Type: 18 Months Fixed Term Contract
Hours: 36
Salary: 71,713 - 79,409
Location: Colindale
Closing Date: Midnight March 9th 2026

About Barnet Council
Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centers, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative - which drive everything we do.

About the role
This is an exciting time to join Barnet as we grow our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) capabilities and ensure our technology services and IT providers provide robust, secure services and Cyber security mitigation is designed into any digital transformation work. We’re investing in smarter services, better use of data, modern technology, and you’ll play a key part in shaping this future.

The Cyber Security Manager will lead the Council’s approach to safeguarding its technology assets, systems, and data against evolving cyber threats. This role is responsible for developing and implementing a robust cyber security strategy aligned with national standards and local government best practice. The postholder will oversee risk management, compliance, and incident response, ensuring the resilience of critical services and the protection of sensitive information.
Acting as the Council’s subject matter expert, the Cyber Security Manager will drive a culture of security awareness across the organisation, provide strategic advice to senior leaders, and manage relationships with external partners to maintain a secure and trusted digital and data environment.
This is a high impact role with visibility across the organisation. You’ll influence senior leaders, guide major technology decisions, and help create a modern and secure, integrated architecture that supports better services and outcomes for residents.
This is a hybrid role. You will be expected to attend monthly in-person team days in our Colindale office. We also come into the office to meet service stakeholders, work together on collaboration, discovery and user testing sessions and department days
Please click here to download the Job description for this role.

About you
You are an experienced cyber security professional who brings both strategic insight and handson expertise. You have a strong track record of protecting complex organisations from evolving cyber threats, ideally within the public sector or other regulated environments. You understand national standards and frameworks such as NCSC guidance, PSN, PCIDSS, GDPR and Cyber Essentials Plus, and you know how to translate these into practical, proportionate controls that keep systems, people and data safe.
Relationship building is one of your strengths. You know how to influence, challenge constructively and collaborate across organisational boundaries, including with outsourced partners and internal stakeholders. You champion security by design, drive cultural change, and communicate in a way that brings people with you. Strong communication and negotiation skills, with proven experience influencing senior stakeholders.
You are confident working with modern security technologies including Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, and the wider Microsoft E5 security suite. You can analyse risks, interpret complex technical information, and provide clear advice to senior leaders, project teams and service managers. You’re proactive, highly organised, and able to balance multiple priorities while keeping residents, partners and staff at the heart of your decision-making.
You are motivated by public service, committed to learning and continuous improvement, and you share our values of caring, collaboration, inclusivity and curiosity. Above all, you want to help create a safer, more resilient and more secure Council for the residents and communities of Barnet.
Please see full job description for further details

What we offer

  • 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
  • Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
  • A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
  • Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
  • Excellent training and development opportunities
  • Employee well- being training programs including confidential employee assistance

How to apply
Read the job description and person specification before clicking ‘Apply’ to commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying, please contact James Rapkin, Head of Organisational Insight & Intelligence,

Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures, this may include AI Detection Screening, Biometric ID/Right to Work Checks, Qualification and Registration Checks, Up to 6 years of Employment Data and Insights to Accelerate Screening (Konfir), Up to 5 years of Employment History References, DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Checks, Credit Checks and Social Media, Sanctions and Occupational Health Screening.

To deliver Barnet Council’s commitment to equality of opportunity in the provision of services, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. As such we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part-time, compressed hours, and hybrid working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work-life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.

Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at (url removed)

All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.

Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application, as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.

Senior Systems Engineer
Matchtech
Portsmouth
Hybrid
Senior
£50/hour - £69/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Systems Engineer to join their team. This is a hybrid role based in Broad Oak, combining on-site work with the flexibility of remote days. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing maritime engineering solutions, ensuring the highest standards of systems engineering within complex projects.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

  • Experience in systems engineering.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Understanding of systems design, integration, and validation.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to work on-site 3-4 days a week as part of a hybrid arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading the design and integration systems.
  • Conducting system validation and verification processes.
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success.
  • Ensuring compliance with security protocols and industry standards.
  • Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Managing stakeholder requirements and expectations.
  • Documenting engineering processes and maintaining accurate records.

About the Role

This role is offered on a fixed-term basis for 12 months, with the potential for extension. It requires significant experience in engineering, particularly within the defense sector.
If you are a motivated and experienced systems engineer looking to make a substantial impact within the maritime industry, we encourage you to apply now.

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