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NVH Modal Test Engineer
Futura Design Limited
West Midlands
In office
Junior - Mid
£27/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a NVH Modal Test Engineer to join their team on an Inside IR35 contract.

Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour.

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Measurement, analysis and reporting of vehicle, system and component modal performance status to meet key gateway requirements.
  • Responsible for lab-based transfer function measurement to support NVH attribute needs and NVH issue investigation, i.e. Transfer Path Analysis to support road, powertrain and simulator Teams.
  • Undertake detailed correlation work in collaboration with CAE Teams both Internal and External to improve future models and simulations.
  • Maintain the Gaydon Modal Lab Workspace and ensure it is fit for use and calibration compliant.
  • Support taskforce activities to solve complex engineering problems as required.
  • Maintain up-to-date method statements and processes for modal and systems testing.

Skills Required:

  • Experience within a modal testing environment and setup and use of impact hammer testing and shaker equipment.
  • Good understanding of NVH signal processing and analysis, especially modal, structural and transfer function analysis.
  • A methodical and detailed approach to planning, recording and executing high quality testing, and reporting.
  • Ability to effectively present and communicate complex NVH data.
  • Capable of working closely and collaboratively within a small team, inc. some coaching of apprentice colleague.
  • Ability to identify and propose continuous improvements and new methods of work.
  • Practical capability to carry out the basic fitting tasks necessary to set up and instrument tests, including ability to design new fixtures/rigs which can then be fabricated by the workshop teams.

Education Required:

  • Degree or relevant equivalent experience.
Lead Electronics Engineer
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Rochdale
Hybrid
Senior
£40/hour - £60/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Lead / Principal Power Electronics Engineer (Contract)

Rochdale (Hybrid working)
6-month contract
£40 to £60/hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Must be eligible for Security Clearance

A global manufacturer of electronic components is seeking an experienced Lead Power Electronics Engineer to take technical ownership of complex power conversion and power management products across aerospace, land and maritime platforms.

You’ll lead electrical design activities end-to-end, support bid activity, mentor engineers, and ensure products meet stringent safety, reliability and compliance standards.

What the role entails:

  • Technical ownership of power converter and power management designs from concept through to qualification
  • Leading electrical design activities including schematics, PCB layout, modelling and simulations
  • Supporting bid and proposal activity, including technical input, cost estimates and compliance responses
  • Defining and supporting test plans, qualification and design assurance, including failure investigations
  • Mentoring engineers and working closely with engineering leadership on new technologies and improvements

Key Requirements (max 5):

  • Strong experience designing power converters / power management systems (100W-10kW)
  • Expertise in DC/DC, AC/DC, inverters or motor drives within aerospace, defence or automotive environments
  • PCB schematic & layout experience (Altium preferred) and solid EMC/EMI knowledge
  • Experience across the full product lifecycle, including testing, qualification and failure investigation
  • Eligible for UK Security Clearance

Interested?

If you’re a seasoned Electronics or Power Electronics Engineer seeking your next contract and want to work on advanced, high-reliability systems in a respected engineering environment, I’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for further details.

Software Vehicle Integration Engineer
Gazelle Global Consulting Ltd
West Midlands
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Be part of an exciting, automotive software team where you will be challenged every day. Work closely with the range of domains within the business to bring products to life. Work with customers and identify opportunities to support their strategy and improve their processes across functions. The Role -------> As a Software Vehicle Integration Engineer, youll be at the heart of this transformation - integrating, testing, and refining the software that powers our most advanced driver assistance features. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where youll work across embedded systems, vehicle platforms, and global teams to bring new features to life. From debugging in real vehicles to collaborating with architects and engineers across the business, youll play a key role in delivering safe, intelligent, and seamless driving experiences. You will support the team in case of critical technical delivery issues in your product group/domain. Your responsibilities: Lead the integration of new software into embedded ECUs and full vehicle environments, ensuring smooth bring-up and functionality Validate customer-facing features through end-to-end system testing and real-world vehicle trials Act as the technical lead for issue resolution, using triage, root cause analysis, and hands-on debugging to solve complex software and system problems Implement software fixes and enhancements directly within the software stack to improve performance and reliability Support cross-functional teams by investigating software issues and providing expert-level technical insight Collaborate with architects and subject matter experts to align integration efforts with system-level design and long-term platform goals Your Profile Essential skills/knowledge/experience: Bachelors or masters degree in computer science, or related field Proficiency with automotive tools and platforms, including Vector tools: CANoe, CANalyzer, CAPL scripting, and AUTOSAR architectures, BSW integration, RTE understanding Communication Protocols: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet Experience with ECU flashing, configuration management, debugging and Log analysis Exposure to Body Systems (Lighting, Doors, Windows, Seats, HVAC, etc.) Experience with HIL rigs or vehicle validation Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to lead and work effectively with cross-functional teams Strong communication and leadership skills

LEAD FEM Engineer
Certain Advantage
Bristol
Hybrid
Senior
£40/hour - £50/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Certain Advantage is hiring for aLead FEM Engineerbased in the Filtonarea.
This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based.
The Company
Were working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division.
Does this sound like your next career move?
If youre ambitious to grow, this may be your next role?

The Role:
This role is for aLead FEM Engineersomeone ambitious and ready to make an impact. Youll be results-orientated and driven to succeed.
Youll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for:

  • Support the development of GFEM and DFEM projects across all Programmes
  • Analyse and Validate FE and Stress data
  • Deliver digital solutions to optimise Wing structure enablement processes

The Individual
Were looking for people who can show:

  • Educated to degree level in Aerospace Engineering
  • Knowledge and experience with FEM tools, i.e. Hyperwork, Hypermesh and MSC Nastran
  • Experience with the idealisation of Wing component structure with Finite Element Methodology
  • ISAMI competent user is an advantage
  • FEM Signature delegation is an added advantage
  • Knowledge and experience with UNIX-based platforms is an advantage

The Benefits:

  • Hourly rate up to £50 ph via Umbrella company
  • Flexible working
  • Training and Development

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

Working with Certain Advantage
We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If youre hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, well work with you to find it.
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.

Contract Electronics Design Engineer - Altium
Redline Group Ltd
Camberley
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£50/hour - £60/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

The Redline Group have an exciting opportunity for a Contract Electronics Design Engineer - Altium, to work with our customer to assist in the verification, validation of a project at their Camberley offices. The role is fully on-site, with the occasional opportunity to work from home for documentation tasks. This role has an indicative OUTSIDE IR35 determination therefore we can accept candidates who would like to operate through their own PSC. Unrivalled in their field, our customer is responsible for some of the most technically advanced defence products on the market. They have been an industry-renowned name for many years, with a reputation for intrinsically safe electronics. As a result of growth and major project wins, they are seeking the skills of a professional contractor to help them get the next generation of their product out to market both on time and in budget. Key Skills Required - Contract Electronics Design Engineer - Altium, Camberley: - Experience of mixed signal electronics design, with an emphasis on analogue development - Experience of life cycle design and development - Validation and verification activities - Experience of working in the defence industry is highly advantageous. For more information or to apply for the Contract Electronics Design Engineer - Altium based in Camberley, please contact Laura Preston - // 01582 878823 quoting reference LMP1038

Test Design Support Engineer - 3061
Defence
Bolton
In office
Mid - Senior
£65/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Our client, a prestigious organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a talented Test Design Support Engineer to join their team in Bolton. This is an exciting contract opportunity to work in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, supporting cutting-edge defence projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Acting as the primary interface between design teams and manufacturing teams
  • Providing expert knowledge and support within the production environment
  • Supporting highly advanced module missile programmes, subsystems, and launcher assemblies
  • Contributing to the design and support of test equipment and products
  • Engaging in core engineering disciplines while encouraging personal growth in other electronic areas

Job Requirements:

To be suitable for this role, you will have:

  • A degree or equivalent industry experience in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience in designing products/systems and/or providing support during the manufacturing phase
  • Proven experience in one or more of the following disciplines:
    • Digital and Analogue electronics
    • Power Electronics
    • RF & Antenna
    • Interconnects
    • Safety Electronics
    • Test Systems
    • Schematic design
    • PCB Design
  • Adherence to BS EN Standards
  • Excellent verbal communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
  • Ability to write clear and concise engineering documentation
  • Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams and a passion for innovation and collaboration
  • Autonomous working capability, with strong project management skills
  • Investigative skills for identifying root causes and proposing corrective actions
  • Experience in supporting manufacturing and resolving manufacturing issues (advantageous)

If you are a skilled Test Design Support Engineer with a background in Electrical Engineering looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a critical sector, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dynamic team in Bolton.

Senior FPGA Design Engineer
Sanderson Government and Defence
Derby
In office
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

The suitable applicant will meet the following minimum requirements:

  • A thorough understanding of FPGA concepts and hardware design.
  • Proficiency in VHDL design toolsets and verification suites.
  • Experience of developing complex FPGA architectures and design solutions.
  • Requirements capture and development
  • Conduct FPGA synthesis, place and route, and timing closure to meet performance targets.
  • Developing supporting software to maximise the efficiency of the FPGA design lifecycle, e.g. test scripts.
  • Troubleshoot and debug FPGA designs, identifying and resolving issues in a demanding environment.

It will be beneficial if you meet any or all the following additional requirements:

  • Experience with version control e.g. Git/SVN
  • Experience with tool chain scripting e.g. tcl/python.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Apprentice Engineer - Lockerbie
Arla Foods Plc
Lockerbie
In office
Graduate - Junior
£26,000/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Apprentice Engineer, Arla Lockerbie DG11 2RE

(This is a 4-year apprentice scheme)

Are you ready to earn while you learn and become a multiskilled engineer at a cutting-edge dairy site?

Across four years, youll combine hands-on experience with classroom learning, keeping our technology running and helping deliver household-favourite products, while building a career-defining skill set.

How You Will Make an Impact

Embark on a four-year engineering apprenticeship at ArlasLockerbiesite, working alongside a team of skilled engineers to maintain, repair and install machinery that powers our production. When issues arise, youll be the problem-solver who keeps lines running and our products flowing, from Cravendale milk to Skyr yoghurt and Anchor butter. Your learning is delivered in structured blocks with*East Kilbride & District Group Training Association (EKTGA),*blending practical and classroom training.

  • Carry out maintenance, repairs and installations across automated production equipment
  • Support root-cause problem solving and continuous improvement to reduce downtime
  • Apply safety-first practices while developing hands-on technical capability
  • Build knowledge across processing, packaging and utilities systems
  • Progress through structured college blocks and on-site training to achieve qualifications

What Will Make You Successful

Youre 18 or overby September 2026and ready for a hands-on role, bringing a solid educational foundation with at least five GCSEs at grades 94 (A*C), including Maths and English (or the Scottish equivalent). Youre motivated to learn whether thats picking up new skills on the job or sharpening your knowledge in the classroom.

A curious problem-solver at heart, you love figuring out how things work and fixing issues fast. Youre safety-conscious, a clear communicator, and a true team player who collaborates well. Organised and resilient, you can balance structured learning blocks with on-site responsibilities. When you apply, please list your qualifications clearly and include scanned copies of your certificates.

What Do We Offer?

Salary progression:
Year 1: £21,000 per annum
Year 2: £25,484.71 per annum Year 3: £26,500 per annum
Year 4: £27,500 per annum

Youll enjoy a comprehensive rewards package, including 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, a pension with matched contributions up to 6%, and life assurance at four times your annual salary. Youll have access to discounted products through our Staff Shop, and were committed to your training and development. Our flexible benefits let you buy up to five additional days of annual leave and unlock retailer discounts via the My Benefits platform. During study blocks with our education partners accommodation and expenses for food and travel are provided.

Programme structure and qualifications:
Year 1: 19 weeks at college
Year 2: 10 weeks at college Year 3: 15 weeks at college
Year 4: Fully based at site
Qualifications: OAL Level 3 in Food & Drink Engineering Maintenance; Level 3 Health & Safety Award; 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Certificate

Would You Like to Join Us?

If this position is of interest, please apply directly via our careers page with your CV and your proof of GCSE certificates. Applications will close6th April 2026
Any questions at all please reach out to Oliver Hickson-Burr -Talent Partner

Recruitment process:

  • CV shortlisting
  • If successful at Shortlisting - HireVue video interview
  • Group interview (Teams):18th or 19th of May 2026
    This stage includes a competency-based interview and a group assessment.
  • Final interview: Held at your preferred site and includes a dexterity task and meeting the team.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.

Apprentice Engineer - Westbury
Arla Foods Plc
Westbury
In office
Graduate - Junior
£21,000/day - £27,500/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Are you ready to earn while you learn and become a multiskilled engineer at a cutting-edge dairy site?

Across four years, youll combine hands-on experience with classroom learning, keeping our technology running and helping deliver household-favourite products, while building a career-defining skill set.

How You Will Make an Impact

Embark on a four-year engineering apprenticeship at Arlas Westburysite, working alongside a team of skilled engineers to maintain, repair and install machinery that powers our production. When issues arise, youll be the problem-solver who keeps lines running and our products flowing, from Cravendale milk to Skyr yoghurt and Anchor butter. Your learning is delivered in structured blocks with*Calderdale Collage,*blending practical and classroom training.

  • Carry out maintenance, repairs and installations across automated production equipment
  • Support root-cause problem solving and continuous improvement to reduce downtime
  • Apply safety-first practices while developing hands-on technical capability
  • Build knowledge across processing, packaging and utilities systems
  • Progress through structured college blocks and on-site training to achieve qualifications

What Will Make You Successful

Youre 18 or overby September 2026and ready for a hands-on role, bringing a solid educational foundation with at least five GCSEs at grades 94 (A*C), including Maths and English (or the Scottish equivalent). Youre motivated to learn whether thats picking up new skills on the job or sharpening your knowledge in the classroom.

A curious problem-solver at heart, you love figuring out how things work and fixing issues fast. Youre safety-conscious, a clear communicator, and a true team player who collaborates well. Organised and resilient, you can balance structured learning blocks with on-site responsibilities. When you apply, please list your qualifications clearly and include scanned copies of your certificates.

What Do We Offer?

Salary progression:

Year 1: £21,000 per annum

Year 2: £25,484.71 per annum

Year 3: £26,500 per annum

Year 4: £27,500 per annum

Youll enjoy a comprehensive rewards package, including 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, a pension with matched contributions up to 6%, and life assurance at four times your annual salary. Youll have access to discounted products through our Staff Shop, and were committed to your training and development. Our flexible benefits let you buy up to five additional days of annual leave and unlock retailer discounts via the My Benefits platform. During study blocks with our education partners accommodation and expenses for food and travel are provided.

Programme structure and qualifications:

Year 1: 19 weeks at college

Year 2: 10 weeks at college

Year 3: 15 weeks at college

Year 4: Fully based at site

Qualifications: OAL Level 3 in Food & Drink Engineering Maintenance; Level 3 Health & Safety Award; 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Certificate

Would You Like to Join Us?

If this position is of interest, please apply directly via our careers page with your CV and your proof of GCSE certificates. Applications will close6th April 2026

Any questions at all please reach out to Oliver Hickson-Burr -Talent Partner

Recruitment process:

  • CV shortlisting
  • If successful - HireVue video interview
  • Group interview (Teams):18th or 19th of May 2026
  • This stage includes a competency-based interview and a group assessment.
  • Final interview: Held at your preferred site and includes a dexterity task and meeting the team.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.

Ref.: 106213

Bus and Coach Engineer
IntSol Recruitment
Weybridge
In office
Mid
£22/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

We are recruiting 2 qualified Bus & Coach Engineers (PCV Engineers) to join a busy engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced vehicle engineers looking for stable, full-time work within a professional workshop environment.

The successful candidates will have a minimum of 2 years experience working as a PCV Engineer and will play a key role in maintaining and servicing a fleet of buses to the highest safety and operational standards.

Position: Bus & Coach Engineer / PCV Engineer
Reporting to: Assistant Engineering Manager
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off rota
Hours:

  • 12:00 00:00 or
  • 18:00 06:00

Average of 42 hours per week over 5 days

Pay:

  • £22.55 per hour
  • Enhanced night rate: Additional £5.00 per hour between 00:00 06:00

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out daily maintenance on a fleet of buses and coaches
  • Complete vehicle inspections and safety checks
  • Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
  • Undertake repairs and defect rectification
  • Prepare and present vehicles for annual MOT testing
  • Attend roadside breakdowns and carry out necessary repairs
  • Perform general servicing and preventative maintenance
  • Ensure running defects are identified and corrected promptly
  • Work effectively within a busy workshop environment

Candidate Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years experience as a PCV / Bus & Coach Engineer
  • Proven experience in vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and repairs
  • Ability to work independently and as part of an engineering team
  • Comfortable working a 4 on / 4 off shift rota, including night shifts
  • Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced workshop setting

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Bus & Coach Engineer or PCV Technician seeking long-term, well-paid shift work with enhanced night rates and a structured rota.

Device Testing Engineer
Certain Advantage
Warwick
In office
Mid - Senior
£28/hour - £34/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

HW/Device Testing Engineer
Certain Advantage is hiring for a Hardware Engineer 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 testing of automotive infotainment systems, with a strong focus on active NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) technologies at both system and subsystem levels?

The Role:
This role is for a Hardware/Device Testing Enginersomeone 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:

  • Plan and execute test programmes for infotainment systems, particularly those involving active NVH technologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, and NVH specialists, to ensure integrated system validation.
  • Set up and maintain test rigs and environments for infotainment and audio system validation.

The Individual
Were looking for people who can show:

  • Background in testing automotive infotainment systems, ideally with active NVH technologies.
  • Debugging and analysis using tools such as:
    • Wireshark
    • Vector tools (e.g., CANoe, CANalyzer)
    • Putty
    • Media converters
    • JTAG flashing
  • Automotive communication protocols:
    • CAN
    • Ethernet (Some IP)
    • A2B (Automotive Audio Bus)
  • Audio systems and rig setup for validation.

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
We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If youre hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, well work with you to find it.
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.

SW Integration Engineer
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
West Midlands
In office
Mid - Senior
£375/day - £400/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Role/Job Title: SW Integration Engineer
Work Location: West Midlands
Role Type: Contracting
Mode of Working: Office basedThe Role-------> As a Software Vehicle Integration Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of this transformation - integrating, testing, and refining the software that powers our most advanced driver assistance features. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll work across embedded systems, vehicle platforms, and global teams to bring new features to life. From debugging in real vehicles to collaborating with architects and engineers across the business, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, intelligent, and seamless driving experiences. You will support the team in case of critical technical delivery issues in your product group/domain.Your responsibilities: Lead the integration of new software into embedded ECUs and full vehicle environments, ensuring smooth bring-up and functionality
Validate customer-facing features through end-to-end system testing and real-world vehicle trials
Act as the technical lead for issue resolution, using triage, root cause analysis, and hands-on debugging to solve complex software and system problems
Implement software fixes and enhancements directly within the software stack to improve performance and reliability
Support cross-functional teams by investigating software issues and providing expert-level technical insight
Collaborate with architects and subject matter experts to align integration efforts with system-level design and long-term platform goalsYour ProfileEssential skills/knowledge/experience: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, or related field
Proficiency with automotive tools and platforms, including Vector tools: CANoe, CANalyzer, CAPL scripting, and AUTOSAR architectures, BSW integration, RTE understanding
Communication Protocols: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet
Experience with ECU flashing, configuration management, debugging and Log analysis
Exposure to Body Systems (Lighting, Doors, Windows, Seats, HVAC, etc.)
Experience with HIL rigs or vehicle validation
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to lead and work effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong communication and leadership skills

ATA32 Gears Engineer
Morson Edge
Normanton
In office
Junior - Mid
£50/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£50.00 per hour Umbrella / £37.38 per hour PAYE

Role Overview – You will be part of a team in charge of looking at top/recurring issues that are happening on several aircrafts (A300 /A320/A330) operated by our customers. We will run the subsequent engineering studies to understand the root causes, evaluate the impact on airworthiness and launch the appropriate actions so that these issues do not happen ever again.

These tasks mean interacting a lot with several different departments within the company, such as Chief Engineer Offices, In-Service Engineering & Technical Data departments but also outside the company such as the Landing Gear suppliers (Safran Landing Systems, Collins Aerospace, Liebherr) or our engineering service partners.

Responsibilities
• Identify jointly with the In-Service Engineering Department the top/recurring issues affecting the Landing Gear products in-service. This includes Major In-Service Problems and events potentially affecting the airworthiness of the fleets
• Run the associated engineering studies, in liaison with the Landing Gear suppliers, to understand the root cause of those issues and propose solutions which could be as important as an equipment redesign
• Answer to very reactive queries (sometimes in less than 4 hours) coming in through the In-Service Engineering department in order to limit the time customers’ aircraft are stuck on-ground due to Landing Gear equipment failure. Handle customers requests for Technical Publication updates and/or clarification
• Help developing engineering solutions or studies such as envelope cases aiming at providing ready-to-use material to the customer facing teams in order to limit the impact of in-service operational interruptions caused by issues linked to Landing Gear systems or equipment
• Grow your technical skills and knowledge about Landing Gear products in order to become autonomous in your tasks.

T400 Stress Engineer
Morson Edge
Multiple locations
In office
Mid - Senior
£55/hour - £67/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Contract until early July (initially)

Shift rates from £55 per hour umbrella up to £67.60 per hour umbrella (top end for an Approver level working the night shift)

Nights

Night shift - 30% shift allowance on top of hourly rate

Monday to Thursday 8:45pm – 6:00am

Double Days (Also known as red or blue shift)

Double day shift pattern (alternating weeks)

Week of mornings – 6:00am – 1:10pm

Week of afternoons – 1:30pm – 8:40pm

20% shift uplift

About Us:

We are a team of Structural Engineers who are a mixture of technical specialists and engineering leads who are all passionate about finding technical solutions to support Wing products.

You will be operating as a Stress Engineer within our Wing Plant Engineering Team (PET) working alongside our existing stress analysts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Static structural analysis, composite and metallic.
  • Ability to analyse and validate Metallic, Composites / Hybrids structures at component level for Static strength, F&DT and produce relevant strength margins or reserve factors according to validated and applicable methods & sizing processes.
  • Ability to provide stress analyses for the repair/acceptance of metallic, composites/ hybrids structures.
  • Ensure airworthiness requirements for aircraft structures.

Key Skills:

  • Ideally held T400 Concessions Approval previously
  • Open to candidates who don’t hold an approval but have relevant stress and / or concessions experience.
  • Experience with other aircrafts, military aircraft or product knowledge
FPGA Design Engineer
Platform Recruitment Limited
London
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

FPGA Design Contract - Space Manufacturing

London Based

My client is working in partnership with one of the worlds leading space manufacturing organisations and is looking for an experienced FPGA Engineer to join a short-term contract on a high-impact space project.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform FPGA design for a space-flight systems
  • Develop and maintain verification testbenches
  • Conduct code review and sign-off activities
  • Support final readiness activities in a high-reliability / space environment
  • Collaborate closely with the existing engineering team and key stakeholders

Required Experience:

  • Strong experience as an FPGA engineer using VHDL/Verilog

  • Experience working with high-reliability, space, defence, or safety-critical systems

  • Ability to quickly understand and adapt existing FPGA designs

  • Experience with Microchip RTAX (radiation-tolerant, OTP) FPGAs is a big bonus

If this sounds like you, please apply!

Project Engineer
Morson Edge
Motherwell
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Morson Talent are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to work on the behalf of one of our prestigious clients based in Motherwell. This is a contract role for 6 months, with possibility of extension of up to 23 months.

Responsibilities:

  • Working to recognised industry standards to produce innovative, high quality software products for UK’s leading defence developments
  • Working within a multi-disciplined team, utilising a variety of tools and programming languages, engaging in all aspects of the software development cycle
  • Taking responsibility for your own and others work as well as providing technical assistance to support the development of junior members of the team
  • Leading during assurance and review activities ensuring that all required configuration, release and documentation activities have been produced in accordance with the relevant standards
  • Translate requirements into software designs, implement and test solutions, and manage integration, configuration, release, and deployment of the product.
    Experience:
  • Background in Instrumentation and Control Engineering, or related subject
  • Experience with or knowledge of traditional PLC programming
  • Experience or knowledge in SCADA systems
  • Experience or knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS).

Working Hours: 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week

Duration: 6 months but likely to be extended up to 23 months with the needs of the business

Working Pattern:
o First 3 months - fully onsite
o After 3 months - 1 week onsite, 3 weeks WFH (subject to change as required by business)

If this position is of interest to you, please apply below or contact Alex for more information.
01935 403208 or

Electrical Engineer
Manpower
Yeovil
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£72/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

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

About the Role:

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

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

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

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

C++ Software Engineer
Certain Advantage
Bristol
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£65/hour

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a C++ Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Job Description: The company are a world leader in missile and missile systems looking for a highly capable and adaptable to join our Development Facility in Bristol. Join the growing dynamic Software team in Bristol in developing the latest mission-critical defence systems. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision. Responsibilities: A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. Experience of working in C++ Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development. Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability Experience in other languages such as Ada, QT Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real Time Operating Systems Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508 and restricted coding standards such as MISRA C

Embedded Engineer
SR2
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£500/day - £550/day

Contract Embedded Software Engineer London | Outside IR35 | £550 per day | Hybrid This contract sits within a highly capable engineering SME working on advanced, safety-critical embedded systems. The work is discreet by nature and requires engineers who are comfortable operating in environments where technical depth, pace and trust matter. You'll be joining a small, experienced team delivering embedded software that interacts directly with real hardware. The focus is on robust, production-quality code, not prototypes that never leave the lab. What you'll be doing Developing embedded software in C/C++ Working close to hardware, supporting bring-up and integration Debugging and fault-finding at system level Collaborating directly with experienced engineers across disciplines Contributing to systems where reliability and performance are non-negotiable What you'll bring Strong background in embedded software engineering Comfortable working across the full development lifecycle Experience with Linux or RTOS environments Confident debugging complex hardware/software interactions Eligible for Security Clearance (or already hold it) Contract details £550 per day, outside IR35 London-based, hybrid working Initial contract with extension potential Apply for a confidential conversation

SUMS Pack Deployment Test Engineer
Expleo UK LTD
Warwick
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Expleo is seeking a highly skilled SUMS Pack Deployment and Compatibility Operational Test Engineer to join our team in Gaydon, Warwickshire, on an Inside IR35 contract basis. This is a workshop-based role focused on updating current production and engineering vehicles to the latest software packs, ensuring readiness for SOTA and integration testing. You’ll be working on cutting-edge automotive technology in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical systems (engine, chassis, etc.)
  • Perform software updates and validation testing
  • Conduct service, diagnostics, and repair operations on current vehicles
  • Provide technical feedback to support subsystem development
  • Prepare, fit, and remove test components
  • Assemble and replace systems/components
  • Manufacture and modify electrical harnesses
  • Trace, rectify, and validate faults using diagnostic tools
  • Interpret technical drawings and collaborate with engineering teams
  • Engineer bespoke solutions to overcome technical challenges

What We’re Looking For:

  • Advanced knowledge of operational procedures and tools
  • Experience in diagnostics and repair of automotive systems
  • Proficiency with computer diagnostic equipment
  • Ability to work independently in non-routine situations
  • Strong communication and documentation skills
  • Experience leading daily operations and mentoring junior staff is a plus
Integration Engineer
DCV Technologies
Coventry
In office
Senior - Leader
£400/day - £450/day
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Software Integration Engineer (Automotive / Embedded Systems)

We are recruiting an experienced Software Integration Engineer to support the integration and validation of automotive embedded software within real vehicle and ECU environments. This is a hands-on contract role focused on AUTOSAR-based systems, vehicle bring-up and in-vehicle testing.

You will work across ECUs, embedded platforms and vehicle systems, integrating new software, debugging complex issues and supporting end-to-end vehicle validation. The role suits an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving and close collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Integrate automotive software into ECUs and vehicle platforms
  • Perform vehicle integration, bring-up and validation testing
  • Debug and resolve software and system-level issues
  • Use Vector tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer and CAPL
  • Work with CAN, LIN, FlexRay and Automotive Ethernet
  • Support ECU flashing, configuration and log analysis
  • Collaborate with system architects and domain experts

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Automotive embedded software or vehicle integration experience
  • Strong knowledge of AUTOSAR (BSW, RTE)
  • Hands-on experience with Vector CAN tools
  • ECU integration, flashing and debugging experience
  • Vehicle testing, HIL or in-vehicle validation exposure
  • Understanding of body systems or vehicle networks

Desirable:

  • ADAS or body systems experience
  • CAPL scripting
  • OEM or Tier-1 automotive background

This role is ideal for a Senior or Lead-level Integration Engineer looking for a technically challenging, delivery-focused contract within automotive software and vehicle systems.

Apply now for immediate consideration.

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