Data Platform Engineer – Warton – SC Cleared – 12 Month Contract

About Your Role:

As a Data Platform Engineer in a highly regulated environment, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure and scalable data infrastructure that supports both cloud and on premises platforms.
You will play a key role in ensuring that all data systems comply with industry regulations and security standards while enabling efficient access for analytics and operational teams.
A strong command of Apache NiFi is essential for this role.
You will design, implement, and maintain data flows using NiFi, ensuring accurate, efficient, and secure data ingestion, transformation, and delivery.
You should be adept at identifying and resolving issues within NiFi flows, managing performance bottlenecks, and implementing robust error handling strategies.
You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams including data architects, compliance officers, and cybersecurity specialists to integrate data from various systems such as databases, APIs, and cloud platforms.

About You:

As an experienced Data Platform Engineer, your skills and experience may include;

• Strong experience of Apache NiFi
• Experience designing and optimizing data flows for batch, real-time streaming, and event-driven architectures.
• Ability to identify and resolve flow issues, optimize performance, and implement error-handling strategies.
• Optional scripting skills for creating custom NiFi processors.
• Knowledge of data modelling, replication, and query optimization.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases is desirable.
• Familiarity with data warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) would be beneficial.
• Data Platform Management
• Comfortable operating in hybrid environments (cloud and on-prem).
• Experience integrating diverse data sources and systems

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Snr Process Design Engineer at Sellafield with experience of small scale in pond abatement deployment and local silt/ swarf removal and Design Justification to join the TDA Project Design Team.

**** You should be a British Citizen and passport holder and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years. Candidates can start with BPSS security clearance whilst higher level clearance is being undertaken. ****

This is a full time contract position inside IR35 with a requirement to spend a minimum of 3 days per week in the Whitehaven offices or Sellafield Site when required.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on an emerging project at Sellafield. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment to deliver a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multi-disciplinary project teams, and the Client on a fast-paced project.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide Lessons from Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of plant constraints throughout the project delivery process.

Review and approve Technical Queries (TQs) to enable site works to progress safely and efficiently.

Produce NFR and feasibility documentation to justify design decisions and undertake Design Justification Reports for submission to MSC.

Check and approve Process discipline plans, drawings, and quantities to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.

Manage and control design documentation (drawings and specifications) for the Process discipline.

Maintain configuration control of engineering deliverables and associated site works.

Liaise with designers and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with design and construction regulations.

Provide regular progress reports and updates to the Project Engineering Manager (PEM).

Plan and prioritise work effectively, adapting to setbacks and resolving technical challenges as they arise.

Contribute site-based knowledge and technical input to Design and Constructability Reviews.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Hold an HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification).

Demonstrate strong plant knowledge and experience working within an operational environment.

Have working experience using CIMAGE on the SL System.

A positive can-do attitude, excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse project teams.

Must hold appropriate Security Clearance (SC and British Sole National) and be a Sellafield pass holder.

Location: Derbyshire
Rate: £40 - £42 per hour (Ltd – Outside IR35)
Contract: 3 – 6 month initial contract – likely to extend
Immediate Start

Our client is looking for an experienced professional to take a lead role in managing the full design process—from initial concept through to final delivery. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects within a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment. You’ll use tools like CAD and advanced engineering software to validate calculations, support testing, and oversee project execution, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction at every stage.

What Our Client is Looking For:

• A hands-on background in fabrication and structural engineering
• Proficiency in engineering calculations – using Mathcad, Excel, and hand calculations
• Expertise in acoustics, airflow, and thermal systems
• Experience with both large and small companies, showcasing adaptability
• Strong ability in structural stress calculations and understanding of mechanical systems specifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret complex client specifications and develop concept mechanical designs using Inventor
• Perform and validate calculations for structural loadings, ducting, airflow, and offshore environmental forces (pitch, roll, heave)
• Lead engineering analysis for cost and weight reduction, and improve design for manufacture
• Liaise with multiple teams, supporting and reviewing engineering work
• Engage in and lead technical design reviews

Requirements:

• Solid Mechanical Engineering background with a proven track record in heavy/large-scale structural fabrication
• Proficient in Mathcad and hand calculations
• Experience using Inventor or similar 3D modelling software e.g. Solidworks
• Strong grasp of acoustic, thermal, and airflow engineering principles
• Client-focused with excellent technical judgement and team collaboration skills
• Engineering qualification

Benefits:

• Outside IR35
• Immediate start
• Likelihood for long term contract

I am looking to speak to talented Mechanical Design Engineers who are looking for a rewarding and highly challenging position. For more information, please contact Fred O’Reilly or email your CV to Recruitment Consultant at ATA Recruitment.

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An opportunity has arisen for a Senior EC&I Engineer to support the discipline Lead Engineer by providing technical delivery of schedule items, inclusive of relevant engineering underpinning for which through collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team / wider SL stakeholders.

**** Only apply if you are a British Citizen and passport holder and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years. Candidates can start with BPSS security clearance whilst higher level clearance is being undertaken. ****

This is a full time 6 month contract role inside IR35 based in Warrington 1-2 days a week office presence (Other SL location may be considered) and 3-4 days remotely but can be negotiated based on personal circumstance.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The candidate shall be able to reference recent employment history where the CE&I Senior Engineer role has been successfully undertaken and shall be capable of the following:

Deriving high level engineering solutions through structured optioneering processes down-selection of instrumentation / remote handling systems.

Deriving engineering specifications inclusive of structured requirements management and validation.

Determining data requirements for a waste tracking / records management capability, in accordance with site regulatory requirements particularly defining the interfaces between Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) systems.

Producing design drawings and documentation at all applicable stages of the Sellafield Gated Process.

Engaging other disciplines and wider SL stakeholders at key lifecycle points, including an awareness of basic project management fundamentals.

Ensuring deliverables are completed in line with the SL checking and approval processes.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Must have significant demonstratable experience in CE&I Project Delivery - Translating user requirements and technical specification into fully engineered, safe and legal design solution.

Specification and down-selection of process instrumentation systems.

Experience of structured requirements management / optioneering practices.

Re. tracking capability per Role Description: determining high-level solutions for data management capabilities, prior to dedicated IT / OT delivery projects.

Have the ability to work as part of an integrated delivery team, and individually, working within sometimes restrictive time constraints assuming responsibility for providing engineering deliverables and conducting technical investigations.

Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Have strong interpersonal skills and be able to interact with people at all levels.

Demonstrable understanding of the legislative and regulatory environment in which Sellafield operates, including those covering safety, design, and operation of plant including Nuclear Installations Act, Site Licence Conditions, HASAWA, EWR, IRR.

Demonstrable experience in highly-regulated industries.

Qualification shall be in a related engineering discipline (Electrical & Electronic / Controls & Instruments).

DESIRABLE

Experience of conducting wider stakeholder engagement within Sellafield, i.e., liaison with Technical specialists, Capabilities / Centre(s) of Experience, regulatory officials, plant Operations / Maintenance / Engineering entities, ISO / IT entities.

Experience of nuclear encapsulation / grout flood-filling applications.

Existing P1/P4 pass and Sellafield IT holder, including knowledge of SEMS/SLMS.

D03760 (Sellafield Design Change Awareness) and D03770 (Sellafield Checking & Approvals) completed within the last 3 years.

AutoCAD 2D / Client IT Systems (MS Office, Cimage, AVEVA etc.)

Degree Qualified in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

City and Guilds 2382 - Understand the Requirements of Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 (2022)

Professional registration with a relevant institute (I.e IET, IoP, InstMC)

TUV Functional Safety Certification (or equivalent)

Help Shape the Future of High-Regulated Systems – Expert Senior EC&I Engineer Needed!

Our Client has a requirement for a Senior EC&I Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington.

Role Purpose:

• Support the discipline Lead Engineer by providing technical delivery of schedule items.
• Provide relevant engineering underpinning through collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team and wider industry stakeholders.
• Oversee the translation of complex user requirements into fully engineered, safe, and legal design solutions.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Deriving high-level engineering solutions through structured optioneering processes and the down-selection of instrumentation/remote handling systems.
• Developing engineering specifications, including structured requirements management and validation.
• Determining data requirements for tracking and records management capabilities in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Defining critical interfaces between Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) systems.
• Producing comprehensive design drawings and documentation at all applicable stages of the gated design process.
• Engaging other disciplines and stakeholders at key lifecycle points while maintaining awareness of project management fundamentals.
• Ensuring all deliverables are completed in line with rigorous checking and approval processes.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Related engineering discipline (Electrical & Electronic / Controls & Instruments). Degree qualification and Professional Registration (IET, IoP, InstMC) are highly desirable.
• Significant demonstrable experience in EC&I project delivery within highly regulated industries (e.g., Nuclear).
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory environments, including the Nuclear Installations Act, HASAWA, EWR, and IRR.
• Experience in process instrumentation systems and determining solutions for data management capabilities prior to IT/OT delivery.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work individually or as part of an integrated delivery team under restrictive time constraints.
• Experience with nuclear encapsulation, functional safety (TUV), BS 7671:2018 (18th Edition), AutoCAD 2D, and specific gated process training (Design Change Awareness/Checking & Approvals).

Company information

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

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

Security Engineer Infrastructure / Cryptography / Automation
£500£700 per day (Inside IR35)
Cheshire 2 days per week onsite (mandatory)
Initial 12-month contract

Atrium EMEA are supporting a world-leading IT services client on their search for multiple Security Engineers to join a long-term financial services programme.

We are hiring across several specialist areas within secure enterprise infrastructure. These roles sit within a highly regulated environment and require strong hands-on engineering capability.

We are particularly interested in professionals with experience in one or more of the following areas:

Cryptography engineering, including Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) such as Thales, Entrust or IBM platforms
Infrastructure and security engineering across Windows, Unix/Linux, networking and firewalls
Python-based automation, REST API integration and workflow improvement within secure environments

These are build-focused engineering roles not support or helpdesk positions. Candidates should have experience working within enterprise or financial services environments and be comfortable operating within structured, security-controlled infrastructure.

Key Requirements:

Strong hands-on engineering background within security or infrastructure
Experience working within regulated enterprise environments
Ability to work onsite in Cheshire 2 days per week
Willingness to support occasional data centre deployments where required

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term programme delivering critical secure infrastructure within a major financial services environment.

Duration:6 Months
Location:Edinburgh, Leeds, Halifax or Manchester
Working hours:Standard business hours with out of hours support and deployments required
Onsite requirements:Hybrid working with onsite presence as required - Out of hours on call is potentially required
Engagement Type:Contract - Inside IR35
Day Rate:£550 per day

Right to Work:Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Atrium is supporting a client of ours within the financial services industry who is seeking an experienced IBM MQ Administrator to join their mainframe middleware team.

Job Overview

You will deliver complex technical support and project delivery across the organisations IBM MQ estate on z/OS, with a strong focus on incident resolution, problem management and system stability. The role supports critical platforms across multiple business divisions including digital, payments, retail and insurance, while contributing to technology improvements and strategic initiatives. This position includes participation in out of hours deployments and migrations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical support across complex MQ environments to tight timescales
• Deliver incident, problem and change resolution across critical systems
• Drive delivery against the technology roadmap with key stakeholders
• Enforce standardisation and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate across wider middleware teams to develop and implement processes
• Deliver changes through RTL into production under governance independently
• Ensure strict adherence to operational processes and procedures
• Perform change and support activities outside business hours when required
• Work with IT Security to maintain MQ product security
• Maintain service stability, resilience and optimisation

REQUIREMENTS

• Min 5 years + administration experience of **IBM Message Queue (MQ) v9.x on z/OS
• IBM MQ clustering experience
• Operational experience using z/OS panels and MQ Explorer
• Experience implementing and supporting TLS
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting online systems
• Strong diagnostic and analytical skills across complex technical environments

Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a leading organisation within the Nuclear sector, to recruit an EC&I Engineer for its Berkshire site.
The EC&I Engineer role comes with a 12-month minimum contract (Outside IR35) and the opportunity to work on a technically complex and strategically important project.
If you’re an EC&I Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the EC&I Engineer role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager you will:

EC&I Delivery

• Produce CE&I design concepts including SLDs, BCDs, cable schedules and layout drawings
• Develop designs that conform to relevant British and European standards and client requirements
• Produce and maintain LTQR / Technical Files in accordance with Quality Management Systems
• Ensure designs address operability, maintainability and safety considerations
• Deliver designs in line with agreed project programmes and budgets
• Produce design justification reports demonstrating mitigation of identified technical risks
• Develop functional safety and controls documentation including FDS, SIDD and Functional Safety Plans
• Produce technical specifications, drawings and works instructions to enable manufacturing
• Check in-house and subcontract drawing documentation
• Produce FAT and SAT documentation and attend commissioning activities
• Manage subcontract suppliers
• Interpret and create EC&I engineering drawings using AutoCAD
• Support safety interlock design activities (preferred)
• Author engineering reports including basis of design, substantiation and calculation reports
• Support HVAC control systems design (highly desirable)

Technical Competency

• Maintain personal, professional and technical competency through CPD
• Develop design and engineering solutions in collaboration with internal specialists and supply chain partners
• Consolidate and collate design documentation for internal approvals and client submission

Commercial Awareness

• Support business continuity in line with company objectives
• Contribute to project success through effective internal communication
• Recognise commercial impacts of engineering decisions
• Maintain effective working relationships across company functions
• Promote company expertise and capability through professional engagement

Bid Support

• Provide technical responses to client and internal enquiries
• Support tender and contract reviews with technical and commercial input
• Assist with preparation of tender responses, costings and schedules
• Identify scope modifications and support cost/variation estimates

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Relevant Engineering Degree, HNC or demonstrable equivalent experience (Essential)
• Broad-based engineering experience in design and manufacturing (Essential)
• Design of electrical systems (Essential)
• Low voltage control gear experience (Essential)
• Control systems experience (Essential)

Desirable:

• Membership of an appropriate professional body
• IOSH Managing Safely or Level 2 Health & Safety (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of drawing principles and standards
• Understanding of CE marking requirements
• AutoCAD experience
• Machine Safety Directives / Functional Safety knowledge
• HAZOP / HAZID experience
• Experience in Functional Safety (BS EN 61508 & 61511)

Personal Skills

The EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Detail-oriented and technically strong in EC&I design
• Safety-focused with experience in regulated environments
• Able to manage multiple technical deliverables
• Commercially aware and capable of supporting tender activities
• Comfortable liaising with clients, subcontractors and commissioning teams

Salary and benefits of the EC&I Engineer role

• 12-month minimum contract
• Outside IR35
• £55-60 per hour
• ???Opportunity to work on a high-profile Nuclear project in Berkshire

If you are interested in finding out more, you can call Adam on 02392 288289 or email .
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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.

Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a skilled Open CPI Engineer - DV Cleared to join their team. This contract role, based in either Romsey or Gloucester, requires a high level of security clearance and a deep understanding of SAP CPI, RF Test, RF Design, Embedded C/C++, and FPGA.

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering & Development

• Design, develop and optimise OpenCPI components and applications for SIGINT and RF systems
• Integrate OpenCPI solutions onto FPGA-based and embedded SDR platforms
• Support system architecture, trade studies, and technical design decisions
• Ensure robust, scalable and reusable OpenCPI-based implementations
• Develop OpenCPI workers and containers in C/C++ and HDL (VHDL/Verilog where required)
• Integrate DSP chains into FPGA and embedded Linux environments
• Conduct trade-off analysis across performance, latency and resource utilisation
• Support hardware/software integration in secure lab and customer environments

Testing & Assurance

• Define test plans aligned to customer requirements and acceptance criteria
• Develop automated test harnesses and regression test environments
• Identify defects, performance bottlenecks and integration risks early
• Provide clear reporting and evidence for assurance and accreditation processes

Delivery & Customer Engagement

• Work closely with Delivery Managers to ensure effective transition from design to deployed capability
• Operate directly within customer-facing secure environments where required
• Maintain strong technical credibility with National Security stakeholders
• Highlight technical risks, dependencies and resourcing requirements early

Job Requirements:

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrable hands-on experience with OpenCPI framework
• Strong C/C++ development in embedded or Linux environments
• Understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) principles
• Experience integrating FPGA-based platforms (e.g. Xilinx or Intel toolchains)
• Experience working within secure National Security or MOD environments
• Ability to troubleshoot complex integration and performance issues
• Experience working with SDR and RF signal processing systems

If you have the required skills and experience and are looking for a new challenge within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become a key part of our client’s innovative team.

Are you a Material Forming Engineer with hands-on engineering expertise, with real-world experience in materials forming, seeking a new challenge?

Expleo are recruiting for a Material Forming Engineer, supporting our client, a Global Luxury Automotive OEM, based in Warwickshire on a contact basis.

The Material Forming specialist will be responsible for coordination and delivery of materials characterisation and data analysis, completion of press shop trial activities to support material approval process and support of material-related quality concern resolution and prevention. It is critical that you can maintain the link between engineering, supply base and manufacturing facilities, driving to not only deliver, but to improve standards and processes in a passionate and collaborative manner.

Responsibilities of the Material Forming Engineer include:

Coordination, delivery, assessment and reporting of press trials to assess new materials against formability criteria and qualify them.

Deliver raw material related cost-reduction projects

Contribute to standardising material testing equipment and procedures

Contribute to the creation and maintenance of material related process standards.

Support the timely delivery of material for Try-Out and Production Ramp-up for all new Model Programmes

Monitoring non-processed scrap rates

Benchmarking

Qualifications and skills required for the Material Forming Engineer position:

Engineering apprenticeship, degree level or equivalent experience in sheet metal forming

Experience of coordinating and carrying out press trial activities

Understanding of materials, and material properties and processes specifically relating to forming technologies

Experience carrying out root cause analysis activities, identifying corrective actions and delivering process improvements

Excellent presentation skills and strong communication skills

Valid Driving licence with the ability to travel extensively between sites

Flexibility is required whilst plant based, candidates would be expected to be mobile with regular travel to other Press Shops, as well as occasional overseas travel.

A working knowledge ofsteel and aluminium manufacturing, die manufacturing and buy off experience, and press operational experience is desirable

** PLEASE NOTE ** To meet with current legislation, right to work checks will be carried out to ensure candidates can work in the UK. Regretfully, we are unable to support applications that require sponsorship.

Position: Data Centre Lab Engineer (Contract)
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 9-Month Contract (extendable)
Location: South Yorkshire, onsite 4 days a week
Rate: £350-380 per day (Inside IR35)
Reference: 20232

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Center Lab Engineer to join a Global technology company within their IT Infrastructure team. You will have experience of Labs / testing / pre-production across hardware and software.

Documentation and Inventory Management:

• Audit, update and maintain accurate records of all data center assets, including equipment location, status, and configuration details.
• Ensure that all changes to the lab environment, including equipment additions, removals, and relocations, are accurately reflected in documentation such as asset management systems.
• Assist in maintaining and improving documentation standards and processes.

Capacity Planning and Monitoring:

• Assist in the monitoring of power, cooling, and space utilization to ensure optimal lab performance and to anticipate future needs.
• Collaborate with the IT Infrastructure team to plan for future capacity requirements, including new deployments and upgrades.

Compliance and Best Practices:

• Ensure that all work adheres to company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and follow best practices including cable management, equipment labeling, and environmental monitoring.

Collaboration and Support:

• Work closely with network, server, and storage teams to support their needs within the data center, including provisioning of space and power.
• Provide hands-on support for equipment installations, demises, moves, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Assist with audits and inspections to ensure the lab remains compliant with all relevant standards and regulations.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Must Haves

• Minimum 5 years of experience in data center operations role, with hands-on experience in equipment decommissioning, space optimization, and infrastructure documentation.
• Familiarity with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools and asset management software.
• Experience with physical network and server hardware, including installation, cabling, and troubleshooting.
• Good knowledge of on-prem IT Infrastructure including x86 hardware, Windows, Linux and Virtualization platforms, security,networking and storage technologies.
• Familiarity with out-of-band management platforms (iLO, iDRAC, XCC, Redfish)
• Understanding of Firmware lifecycle management
• Experience creating run book documentation.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong organizational skills with a meticulous attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Proficient in reading and updating technical documentation, including floor plans and network diagrams.

• Knowledge of data center best practices, including power and cooling management, cable management, and environmental monitoring.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Good understanding of lab testing best practices

• Automation tools experience

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Data+ Certified Data Center Professional (CDCP), or similar are a plus.

Working Conditions:

• Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs) as needed.

• Some walking and standing in a data center/lab environment.

Work Environment:

• Remote, office and data center/lab environment

Networking People (UK) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We’re supporting a major engineering organisation delivering large‑scale automation and control upgrades across the UK water sector. Due to increased project workload, they’re looking to bring in an experienced Contract Automation Engineer with strong multi‑vendor PLC/SCADA experience and full‑lifecycle project capability. The Role You’ll be delivering controls and automation solutions across major water & wastewater treatment projects. This contract involves full lifecycle engineering-from specifications and design through to programming, FAT/SAT, site commissioning, and handover. Technical Requirements You must be proficient in: Allen‑Bradley / Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 FactoryTalk View SE/ME Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Control Expert (Unity Pro) SCADA/HMI platforms Mitsubishi Software GX Works / GX Developer Ideal Background This will suit contractors who have previously worked with businesses known for water sector systems integration, including those delivering: Water treatment control upgrades Process automation systems Utilities framework projects ICA/MEICA engineering services What You’ll Need Proven PLC/SCADA development & commissioning experience Experience in a process related industry Ability to work independently and hit the ground running Willingness to attend site commissioning when required UK Right to Work and immediate or near‑immediate availability What’s on Offer Outside IR35 6-12 months contract Long‑term contract extensions available Opportunity to work on next‑generation water infrastructure Flexible hybrid working depending on project stage If you have a background in process industries and a passion for delivering full-life-cycle automation solutions, we’d like to hear from you. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

LINUX Infrastructure Engineer

6 Month Contract - Inside IR35 - Up to 600 per day
London, UK - 2-3 days onsite

We are seeking a DV Cleared LINUX & Applications Specialist to support a secure government programme delivering operating system and application capabilities within a controlled virtual infrastructure.

This is a 6 month contract role, Inside IR35, paying up to 600 per day.

Candidates must hold active DV Clearance and be a sole British national due to the sensitivity of the programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and integration of Linux operating systems - Red Hat preferred
• Provisioning of new systems within virtual environments
• OS upgrades, patching and lifecycle management via Satellite Server
• Security hardening to CIS and NIST standards
• Use of security scanning tools and threat remediation
• Deployment, configuration and troubleshooting of vendor monitoring tools
• Integration with operating systems, container platforms, Active Directory, security tooling and backup solutions
• Build and deployment of network and infrastructure monitoring tools
• Strong troubleshooting across OS and IP networking environments
• Production of High and Low Level Design documentation and build guides

Expected Activities

• Deliver against the project technical roadmap
• Linux server builds within on-site infrastructure
• OS hardening, upgrades and patching
• Application deployment and container integration
• Integration with storage, security, monitoring and backup capabilities

This is a hands-on delivery role within a high assurance environment.

If you hold active DV Clearance and are looking for your next secure contract engagement, apply with your latest CV

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role for one of our global leading Energy clients.

• OT Security Engineer
• Location - Warwick- Hybrid - 1 day per week - Commute to Lincoln once a month
• Some international travel may be required
• ASAP Start
• 6-12 Months then rolling contract (long term work)
• Inside IR35
• PAYE 473 per day PAYE - 640 Per day Umbrella
• Hands on Role not just consultant role - Not just IT

Position Main Responsibilities:

• Report to the OT Security Operations Lead
• Contribute to the Digital Products and Solutions team in achieving goals and setting cyber security strategy.
• Assist in the delivery of cybersecurity projects by validating existing technical documentation.
• Lead deployment activities in OT environments, including configuring networks, remote access solutions, anti-malware, backup solutions and virtualization platforms.
• Provide customer cyber support and act as a point of contact for execution projects.
• Answer technical questions from Product Lines, including troubleshooting and solution listing.
• Write and perform training sessions for internal teams and customers.
• Support key business stakeholders in adopting new technologies.
• Develop and maintain technical partnerships with internal and external stakeholders or suppliers.
• Liaise with the internal ICS (Industrial Cyber Security) group on compliance and best practices.
• Support Cyber execution training and troubleshooting for Product Competence Centers.
• Maintain the cyber security lab in Warwickshire with monthly visits.
• Travel to customer sites globally (approx. 10% of the time).

Typical Day Overview:

A typical day may involve:

• Responding to cyber technical queries from sales teams or engineering teams
• Configuring network devices or security solutions
• Creating user guides for engineering teams to deploy cybersecurity solutions
• Preparing or delivering training sessions.
• collaborating with stakeholders to review technical documentation
• Supporting engineers during project execution.

Must have Relevant Skills and Experience:

• Hands-on competence as a control systems engineer or network engineer role, with knowledge of industrial applications preferably in energy or oil & gas.
• Hands-on competence with cybersecurity implementation in OT environments.
• Actual engineering hands-on competence of configuring & deploying security solutions.
• Hands-on competence with Backup Solutions and Anti-Malware solutions
• Good practical knowledge of industrial cyber regulations, especially IEC 62443.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality deliverables.
• Hands-on competence of remote connection solutions used in industry.
• Hands-on competence configuring network switches and firewalls.
• Proven ability to write and manage technical documentation.
• Preferred certifications: GICSP or similar.
• Hands-on competence with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Proxmox).
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for client-facing interactions.

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

Desktop Support Engineer (SC Cleared)

Location: Gloucester (100% Onsite)

Contract: 6 Months Initially

Start Date: March (ASAP)

Rate: 200 - 220 per day (Inside IR35)

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Desktop Support Engineer to join their team in Gloucester. This role is fully onsite and plays a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of their IT systems, supporting end-users, and maintaining technical excellence across the organisation.

You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving technical issues, supporting Windows 10/Microsoft Managed Desktop environments, and assisting with IT infrastructure tasks to minimise downtime and enhance productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support & Issue Resolution

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across networks, applications, Windows 10, hardware, software, VPNs, printers, and mobile devices.
• Manage incident queues and ensure timely response to reactive and proactive incidents.
• Provide support to standard users and VIP stakeholders.
• Perform Active Directory tasks including group management, account unlocks, and password resets.

Device & Asset Management

• Build and deploy laptops/desktops using approved images (MMD environment).
• Manage antivirus tools (Defender / McAfee).
• Support hardware logistics including device moves, unpacking/repacking, shipping, and device retirement.
• Maintain accurate asset and configuration data.

User-Facing Support

• Provide Tech-Bar support for end-user queries.
• Monitor phones, emails, and Teams channels for incoming incidents.
• Support training/meeting room equipment and loan device management.
• Assist with conference room device support and cloud printing services.

Documentation & Collaboration

• Create and maintain technical documentation, reports, and user guides.
• Liaise with offshore teams, senior stakeholders, and business partners.
• Ensure excellent communication across all functional teams.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong troubleshooting experience with Windows 10 operating systems.
• Experience in Microsoft Managed Desktop (MMD) environments.
• Ability to install/configure Starlink satellite network devices (desirable).
• Intune administration understanding and basic virtualisation awareness.
• Ability to configure iPhones/iPads and manage user lifecycle tasks via Azure Portal.
• Experience supporting Office Apps, SharePoint, Teams admin (L1 level).
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• ITIL knowledge or certification preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must be SC Cleared.
• Flexibility to travel between local sites if/when required.

If you are SC cleared and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to be considered.

Cardiff
On-site
18 Months
400 to 450 Outside IR35

Your new company
A large organisation based in South Wales.

Your new role
The role focusses on deploying Fortinet infrastructure, including Fortigate firewalls, Fortiswitches, and FortiManager. You will lead the network deployment, ensure alignment across business teams, and build strong internal relationships to provide a smooth handover once the implementation is complete.
Key Responsibilities

• Creating Implementation plans using the LLD provided, planning, and installing local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN)
• Implementing firewalls, switches, taps and centralised mgmt. As required on 2 new sites
• Testing new implementations and monitoring network performance, analysing data, and performing updates as required to ensure the best possible delivery.
• Following the successful build of 2 new DC’s, there will be a migration exercise out of the existing DC.
• Review and apply necessary FW changes following the change process.
• Diagnosing, fixing, and documenting hardware and software issues
• Providing technical overview documentation for internal support teams
• Provide internal network team detailed handovers to enable a smooth transition into BAU support.
• You will be expected to attend the site for the implementation and design sessions as required.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), routing, switching, and security principles.
• Experience working with network hardware (Fortinet (Essential), Cisco, Juniper, etc.) and software-defined networking (SDN).
• Ability to analyse data traffic and troubleshoot network issues efficiently.
• Experience of implementing hardware from scratch and testing out appropriately.
• Able & willing to travel to sites in South Wales, from Swansea to Newport.

What you’ll get in return
Up to 450 Per Day, Outside IR35.

What you need to do now
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SCADA Engineer required for a Major Offshore Wind Developer based in the UK.

Responsibilities:

• Provide independent supervision and coordination of SCADA commissioning activities within EPC Electrical Systems.
• Manage and oversee FAT, SAT, SIT, and on-site SCADA commissioning execution in accordance with project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with Clients standards, project technical specifications, National Grid requirements, HSE rules, and applicable local legislation.
• Assume day-to-day responsibility for SCADA commissioning activities on site, including contractor supervision and coordination.
• Review, witness, and verify commissioning tests for communication networks, radio systems, telephone systems, Substation Control Systems (SCS), WTG SCADA, grid compliance systems, metering systems, and VTMS (where applicable).
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of commissioning activities, including verification of documentation and test records.
• Sign off contractor checklists and ensure timely closure of punch lists and snag items.
• Draft, implement, and maintain the SCADA Commissioning Plan, defining scope, deliverables, QA/QC requirements, interfaces, and timelines.
• Provide structured progress reporting to the SCADA Package Manager and Commissioning Manager, highlighting risks, deviations, and mitigation measures.
• Coordinate closely with SCADA contractors, Electrical Commissioning Managers, and relevant stakeholders to align SCADA commissioning with the overall project commissioning plan.
• Ensure SCADA systems meet National Grid grid code obligations during commissioning and support compliance verification processes.
• Support short offshore commissioning assignments as required.
• Comply with corporate IT security policies, including installation and use of mandatory mobile device management software and adherence to data protection requirements.

Requirements

• Relevant hands-on experience in SCADA commissioning on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.
• Proven experience with Hitachi MicroSCADA and Substation Control Systems (SCS).
• In-depth knowledge of National Grid requirements and grid compliance processes, including practical experience ensuring SCADA systems meet grid code obligations during commissioning.
• Ability to independently manage SCADA commissioning interfaces without escalation on fundamental compliance matters.
• Technical background at B.Sc. level or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related discipline.
• Experience aligned with IPMA B/C, PMP, or equivalent project management methodologies (advantageous).
• Strong stakeholder management skills and structured documentation practices.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in high-pressure commissioning environments.
• Valid GWO certification (mandatory).
• Willingness and physical ability to undertake short-notice offshore assignments.

System Administrator, Data Security Fabric

Inside IR35 Fully Remote

We are recruiting a DSF Systems Administrator to support our client in delivering a critical programme, due for completion in 2026. The programme will establish a new AWS-hosted Thales Data Security Fabric (DSF) production platform and securely onboard a number of on-premise PostgreSQL databases to support controls.

The new environment will include a dedicated DSF production instance, AWS IaaS-hosted gateway servers and a data warehouse, aligned to existing architectural standards (patching, testing, documentation). Once built, the team will manage the secure onboarding of Postgres databases, ensuring DBA security audit logs (via PGAudit) are ingested, processed and exported for downstream control reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and operate the DSF platform (gateways and data warehouse) within AWS.
• Support the build and stabilisation of new DSF production infrastructure.
• Securely onboard on-prem PostgreSQL databases within a fixed regulatory timeframe.
• Validate data ingestion, transformation and export processes to AWS S3.
• Respond to ad-hoc data sampling and audit queries.

This role requires strong experience in AWS IaaS environments, PostgreSQL administration, and exposure to database activity monitoring or ETL/security platforms. Experience with Thales DSF or similar technologies is highly desirable.

More details available on successful application.

• Our client is embarking on a major network modernisation programme across multiple critical sites and is looking for an experienced Senior Cisco Network Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-impact infrastructure change.
• This is a delivery-focused contract role suited to hands-on Cisco specialist Network Engineers who enjoy ownership, technical depth, and working on meaningful, business-critical projects.

Client Details

• Michael Page are proud to be partnered with an established NHS Trust recognised for its commitment to delivering high-quality services across the South Wales region.
• As part of a mid-sized team, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the organisation’s network infrastructure.

Description

As the Cisco Network Engineer, you will be instrumental in a large-scale refresh of core switching, firewall infrastructure, identity services, and network inventory governance. This is not a support role - it’s a hands-on engineering position where you will design, build, migrate and deliver real transformation.

Day-to-day you will:

• Lead Major Core Upgrades - Take ownership of Cisco core switch replacements, including Catalyst 9600 deployments, across critical enterprise sites.
• Deliver High-Impact Security Projects - Execute firewall upgrades, new deployments, and FMC implementations within live production environments.
• Drive Cisco ISE Implementation - Design and roll out enterprise LAN authentication solutions with full policy integration and handover.
• Work on a Structured Transformation Programme - Contribute to a clear pipeline of core, edge, security, and inventory modernisation projects.
• Operate in a Complex, Business-Critical Environment - Apply high-level Layer 3 expertise while delivering change with minimal disruption.
• Hands-On, Delivery-Focused Contract Role - Ideal for senior engineers who enjoy ownership, technical depth, and measurable outcomes. The role will be 5 days per week on-site, dedicated to 1 of 3 sites in the South Wales region, all easily commutable from Cardiff.

Profile

As the successful candidate for the Cisco Network Engineer position, you should have:

• Proven experience delivering Cisco core switch deployments (design through migration)
• Strong Layer 3 routing expertise within enterprise environments
• Deep knowledge of Cisco firewall platforms (deployment & upgrade lifecycle)
• Practical experience with Cisco FMC
• Demonstrable Cisco ISE design and deployment capability
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation and change control experience
• Ability to operate confidently in high-availability, business-critical environments

Job Offer

• Day rate of 450 - 550
• Inside IR35
• 6 Month Contract (Likely Extension)

If you are an experienced Cisco Network Engineer seeking an interim position in an established NHS Trust, we encourage you to apply. Interviews and start dates will be ASAP.

We are seeking an experienced NetApp Senior Storage Engineer to join our enterprise infrastructure team on a initial 6 month contract.

This is a hands-on technical role focused on the administration, support, and optimisation of NetApp storage environments and modern enterprise backup platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Storage Administration & Support

• Hands-on administration of NetApp storage systems
• Strong experience with NetApp ONTAP (Clustered ONTAP)
• Management of aggregates, volumes, LUNs, and qtrees
• Support for NFS and CIFS/SMB protocols
• Configuration and support of Storage Virtual Machines (SVMs)
• Management of Snapshots and SnapMirror replication

Storage Architecture & Operations

• Design and support of enterprise storage solutions
• Capacity planning and performance tuning
• High availability configurations (HA pairs, clustering)
• Firmware and ONTAP upgrades
• Storage migrations and data lifecycle management

Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Strong understanding of backup fundamentals (full, incremental, retention policies)
• Knowledge of RPO and RTO objectives
• Disaster recovery planning and testing
• Data integrity validation and restore testing

Enterprise Backup Platforms

• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade solutions, particularly:
• Cohesity
• Rubrik
• Experience backing up and restoring enterprise databases
• Protection of VM-based infrastructure
• Image-level backups and application-consistent snapshots

In addition to experience in some of the above candidate will also ideally hold industry certifications in NetApp along with strong troubleshooting and analytical capability, ability to work independently in complex enterprise environments and clear documentation and effective communication skills.

If you are a proactive infrastructure specialist with strong NetApp and enterprise backup expertise, we would love to hear from you.

This role will be hybrid based working 1-2 day per week in the office.

Day Rate - £465 per day via umbrella company

DV Cleared Senior Software Engineer
Aldermaston - Onsite
12-month contract Outside IR35

Are you a DV cleared Software Engineer who can take full ownership of software delivery on site?
Do you enjoy building Siemens PLC solutions from scratch in secure, regulated environments?
Looking for a long-term contract with a strong on-site engineering focus?

What’s in it for you
650 to 750 per day
Outside IR35
12-month contract
4-5 days onsite per week
Work on high-security, technically challenging projects

What will you be doing?
Designing, developing and programming Siemens PLC systems from scratch
Leading all software activities on an assigned project
Configuring Siemens PLCs, HMIs and associated networks
Producing on-site test documentation and supporting FATs and SATs
Carrying out on-site testing and commissioning of PLC systems
Acting as the technical interface with the client during delivery
Providing technical leadership, mentoring and support to other engineers
Ensuring software delivery meets programme, budget and quality requirements

Where you’ll be doing it
You’ll be based on site in Aldermaston, working within a highly secure defence environment on mission-critical control system projects.

What you’ll need
Active DV clearance (essential)
Strong experience programming Siemens PLCs from scratch
Background in on-site commissioning and testing of PLC systems
Experience working in secure or regulated environments
Ability to technically lead software activities and support junior engineers
Confident communicator, comfortable working directly with clients
Degree-level qualification in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)

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