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Commissioning Engineer
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Glasgow
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£600/day - £680/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you a Commissioning Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity? If so, take a look at the role below!

Key Details:

  • Location: Aberdeenshire (Hybrid between site commissioning & remote design verification/review/commissioning paperwork)
  • Contract Duration: 12 months + yearly extensions
  • Start Date: ASAP/Immediately
  • Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (10 hour days & 5 hour days on Fridays) + potential weekend work
  • Rate: £650-750 per day Outside IR35

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and deliver the commissioning of HV substations and associated systems across SSEN projects initially, & SPEN projects longer term.
  • Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and test documentation.
  • Perform functional testing, fault-finding, and verification of protection and control systems.
  • Ensure all works comply with SSEN & SPEN safety rules and standards.
  • Liaise with project management, design, and construction teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Produce detailed commissioning reports, test results, and completion documentation.
  • Support project handover and ensure all systems are energised safely and on schedule.

Requirements

  • Valid SSEN or SPEN authorisation
  • Proven track record commissioning HV / EHV substations (typically 132kV-400kV).
  • Strong understanding of protection relays, SCADA systems, and control panels.
  • Demonstrated experience working under UK DNO / TSO safety rules.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple commissioning packages concurrently.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Right to work in the UK and flexibility to travel between sites as required.

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

Qualification Engineer
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Christchurch
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£72/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Qualification Instructure Systems Engineer

Christchurch based

£72.54 hour Umbrella Inside IR35

12 Month Contract initially.

This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK’s leading Defence organisations based In Christchurch. Hybrid working 3 days per week on site.

As a Qualification Instructure Systems Engineer you will report to the Lead Hardware Systems Engineer and Project Design Authority as applicable. Your responsibilities will include estimation of development activities, design of technical solutions, implementation of proposed solutions and the testing involved in verifying them. You will also be required to help in diagnosing with reported issues. This role will require the need to travel to test house.
As part of the development team you will be expected to work closely with your team members, as well as providing support to other teams such as business winning, development, test, and support teams.

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

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

Knowledge:

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

Desirable:

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

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

Contract Scada Engineer - OUTSIDEIR35
ZENOVO LTD
East Midlands
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£400/day - £450/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Contract SCADA Engineer Required6 Months - OUTSIDEIR35East Midlands - 4 Days Onsite In Office
Zenovo have partnered up with an exciting company in the East Midlands who are on the lookout for Contract SCADA Engineers on a 6 month contract, OUTSIDEIR35.
You will be involved with writing specifications, producing design and also supporting the management of technical interface within a safety regulated industry.
Skillset Required:

  • Understand the world of real-time SCADA (Panorama) or Iconics / MEIDS
  • Have an understanding of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems, Virtual Environments and Networking and one or two real-time communication layers such as OPC/UA, Modbus IP, Bacnet, IEC 61850 / EN 50128 and CENELE , DMP3, LON between hardware and software sub-system
  • Experience working within safety regulated industries (railway, oil & gas, automotive)
  • Happy to travel to customer sites for testing when required.

Rate:£400-£450 per day, OUTSIDEIR35Location:East Midlands - Fulltime onsite (maybe able to consider hybrid after initial period)
IR35:OUTSIDEIR35
If you’re interested please get in touch for a confidential discussion :)

MV Commissioning Engineer
TURNER & LOVELL LIMITED
Edinburgh
In office
Mid - Senior
£75/hour - £85/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Commissioning Engineer - MV Switchgear (Energy Storage Project)

  • Location: Near Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Contract: £75 - £85 per hour. Outside IR35
  • Duration: 2-4 months (extension possible)

Experienced commissioning engineers required to support the testing and commissioning of medium-voltage switchgear and protection systems on a large battery energy storage project. The role involves commissioning 33kV switchboards equipped with digital protection relays, supporting both main and auxiliary switchrooms. Scope includes testing and commissioning of protection schemes, switchgear, auxiliary systems, and SCADA interfaces as part of a large-scale grid infrastructure project.

Opportunity to contribute to a major grid stability and renewable energy development while working within an experienced commissioning team.

Duties

  • Commissioning of 33kV switchgear, protection, and auxiliary systems on a large-scale power infrastructure project.
  • Conducting inspections, wiring checks, and insulation resistance testing of control and protection circuits
  • Performing CT/VT testing including primary injection, magnetisation, ratio, polarity, burden, and continuity checks
  • Carrying out high-potential testing of switchboards and testing voltage indication systems at system voltage & Secondary injection testing of protection relays and DC relays, including overcurrent, earth fault, voltage, arc flash, synchronisation, and breaker failure schemes
  • Performing IEC 61850 functional testing, protection scheme proving, and interlocking tests
  • Supporting SCADA I/O verification and control system energisation activities
  • Commissioning auxiliary systems including battery systems, UPS supplies, auxiliary transformers, and LVAC switchboards
  • Supporting energisation, on-load relay verification, and intertripping tests with external stakeholders

Requirements

  • Electrical Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)
  • Experience commissioning 33kV switchgear and protection schemes
  • Strong working knowledge of ABB or Siemens or Schneider protection relays
  • Experience with IEC 61850 protection and SCADA communications
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and protection drawings
  • CSCS / ECS card / Safety Passport / CCNSG (preferred)

This is a great opportunity to work on a large-scale battery storage project supporting the UK’s transition to renewable energy while working with a highly experienced commissioning team on a technically complex site. For further information, please contact Maddie Jacob -

Electrical Maintenance Engineer
The Staffing Network Ltd
Spalding
In office
Junior - Mid
£55,000/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

The Staffing Network is a Labour Provider across the UK.

Our Client has an immediate requirement for a Maintenance Engineer to join their team at Spalding

The Role:

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor this role will involve responsibility for maintaining a wide range of refrigeration, mechanical and electrical equipment and optimizing / monitoring plant performance.

Duties include:

  • Integrate as part of the Maintenance team to deliver support for operations.
  • Carry out all work keeping safety, quality, and output to the fore.
  • Deliver with the other Maintenance team members a reliable centred maintenance function with best practices including preventative maintenance.
  • Work within the Maintenance team to ensure a proactive approach to maintenance.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance data and close out assigned work using the CMMS.
  • Timely and effective trouble shooting of day-to-day equipment and system issues.
  • Willing to cover ( paid ) On Call

The Person:

The successful candidate will also need to satisfy the following:

Criteria:

  • Electrical / Mechatronic Time served Apprenticeship with junior or senior trade qualification or equivalent
  • Experience working in facilities and in a cold store environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to apply engineering principles in a practical application

Core hours of work: 08.30 to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, 8.30 to 4.00PM and weekends on a rota basis

Pay is based around a salary of £46,000 but paid hourly approx £19 per hour based on a 48 hour week. Any oncall out of hours or overtime is paid.

As a Staffing Network Team Membee you will get access to our Discount App offering online discounts up to 70% off, High Street Voucher Discounts including all major supermarkets upo to 12 % off and Gym / Healthy eating discounts!

Apply below for more details.

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

Licensed Aircraft Engineer (B1 / B2 – A400M)

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

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

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

Key Responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Identify, address, and report safety concerns immediately

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

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

Recommend improvements to safety, quality, and efficiency

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

Maintain currency with Read & Sign notices and regulatory updates

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

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

Health, Safety & Compliance

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

Apply Human Factors and safety management principles to all activities

Support organisational Safety Management System and security policies

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

Essential Skills & Qualifications

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

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

A400M Type Course completed

Valid EWIS and Human Factors training

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

Successfully complete role-based Competency Assessment and Independent Quality Board

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

Strong communication skills and good aviation safety awareness

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

Eligible to obtain and maintain UK security clearance

Desirable Skills

High level of technical experience within military or regulated aviation environments

Previous supervisory or mentoring experience

What’s on Offer

£60 per hour contract rate

Contract role supporting A400M operations at RAF Brize Norton

Structured day shift pattern (5x5x4)

Regulated, safety-focused engineering environment

Potential for role development and contract extension

Electronics Engineer (Calibration and Maintenance Dept)
Morson Edge
Barrow-in-Furness
In office
Mid - Senior
£23/hour - £26/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Morson are recruiting Electronics Engineers for an initial contract within an advanced Calibration & Maintenance department. The team supports complex electrical and electronic test platforms, including Special-to-Type Test Equipment (STTE), used in the manufacture and testing of high-integrity systems.
This position suits engineers with strong electronics fault-finding, calibration experience, and a desire to work on varied and technical test equipment from DC through to Microwave technologies.

HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronics Engineering is essential.

About the Role

PAYE: £23.82 – £26.04 per hour
Umbrella: £32 – £35 per hour
Location: Stevenage

You will join an established team of Calibration & Maintenance Engineers responsible for electrical and electronic test equipment servicing, fault-finding, calibration, commissioning and supporting STTE.

Key Responsibilities

Calibrate, maintain and repair Electrical & Electronic Test Equipment, including Special-to-Type Test Equipment (STTE)

Diagnose and fault-find to component level across a wide range of instrumentation

Support routine calibrations, commissioning work and drift analysis activities

Utilise technical documentation, drawings, handbooks and specifications to perform measurements, repairs and provide technical guidance

Work within an experienced engineering team supporting complex test platforms

Mentor junior or less experienced team members when required

Manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively

Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-moving environment

(Desirable) Use SAP systems for workflow and documentation

(Advantageous) Experience working with Environmental Chambers

Requirements

HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronics Engineering — mandatory

Experience calibrating test equipment and maintaining electronic systems to component level

Strong understanding of calibration principles and processes

Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation

Confident in electronics fault-finding, measurement and repair

Strong communication and ability to tailor technical information to the audience

Able to work within a busy engineering environment and handle multiple priorities

Experience with Environmental Chambers beneficial but not essential

SAP knowledge desirable

What This Role Offers

Long-term contract opportunity

Work within a skilled Calibration & Maintenance engineering team

Exposure to a wide range of electrical/electronic test equipment (DC to Microwave)

Strong development and training from experienced engineers

Ability to contribute directly to high-integrity test capability

Competitive PAYE and Umbrella rates

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

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

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

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

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

Systems Performance Modelling Engineer
Certain Advantage
Multiple locations
In office
Mid - Senior
£80/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Systems Performance Modelling Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference. The role can be worked on a 4 day week basis (Monday to Thursday) but due to the nature of the work, the position will need to be based onsite.

This role would be suitable for a Simulation and Modelling Engineer (Matlab / Simulink) ideally from the defence or aerospace industry.

Rate:£80.00 per hour
Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference
Hybrid / Remote working: The role will based onsite. A compressed 4-Day week of Monday to Thursday is possible
Contract:37 Hours per week
Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at time and a quarter
Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
Systems Performance Modelling Engineer Job Description:

We are looking for a modeller to produce models of the seeker RF Radar. The model includes the seeker hardware, digital processing and target environment. The modelling team is responsible for developing the model, producing auto-code, generating seeker performance predictions and interfacing the seeker model into the missile dynamic reference model.

Responsibilities (to include):

  • Modelling in Matlab and Simulink using model-based design techniques
  • Producing parts of a complex Seeker model including modelling the target scenario, seeker hardware and processor algorithms
  • Develop and implement algorithms within the model
  • Producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms from the model
  • Carrying out seeker performance assessment
  • Producing a simpler representation of the model for use in the missile model
  • Upgrading legacy Seeker models to newer MATLAB/Simulink Vectors
  • Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors

Due to the sensitive nature of the work it is predominantly done onsite but there is some flexibility depending on project.

Skillset / experience required:
Tools:

  • Simulink
  • Matlab

Skills:

  • Modelling for auto-coding
  • Assessing suitability of algorithms in the model
  • Aptitude for converting an algorithm into a Simulink model (desirable)
  • Familiarity with Radar and Control Systems (desirable)
  • Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing (desirable)
  • RF experience (desirable)
  • Experience in C (not essential)
  • Technical report writing
  • Model delivery experience
Senior Public Health Engineer
Hilson Moran
London
Hybrid
Senior
£400/day - £500/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: London (Hybrid)

Day Rate: £400£500 per day (DOE) Inside IR35

Company: Hilson Moran

Hilson Moran is a multidisciplinary engineering consultancy delivering innovative design solutions across UK and international projects. We are seeking a Senior Public Health Design Engineer on a 12-month contract to support a range of complex and varied schemes.

Role Overview

You will deliver public health design services across commercial, residential and mixed-use projects, ensuring high technical standards and supporting project coordination, client communication and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver public health design work on projects of varying size and complexity.
  • Prepare and review calculations, specifications and drawings to meet client briefs.
  • Support project coordination and maintain high technical and quality standards.
  • Lead or contribute to quality control processes and project risk mitigation.
  • Support client communication, fee proposals and identification of scope changes.
  • Produce project references/presentations and help build industry relationships.

About You

  • BSc/MSc in Building Services Engineering Design; Chartered/working toward Chartership desirable.
  • Strong expertise in Public Health Engineering (water services, drainage, rainwater systems).
  • Experience across commercial, residential and mixed-use developments.
  • Knowledge of sustainable and innovative public health design solutions.
  • Strong client-facing, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive, adaptable and collaborative with strong technical capability.

Skills

  • Strong presentation and communication skills.
  • Ability to review and validate technical design outputs.
  • Confident delivering complex projects and advising stakeholders.
  • Strong organisation, attention to detail and leadership capability.

We are managing this role directly and will not be engaging recruitment agencies or accepting speculative CVs.

DSP Embedded Software Engineer - Software Defined Radio Datalink
Morson Edge
Stevenage
In office
Mid - Senior
£53/hour - £70/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

DSP Embedded Software Engineer – Software Defined Radio Datalink

Stevenage (onsite role) – 6 month duration – Pay rate up to £53.51 p/h PAYE basic (£61.29 p/h including holiday pay) or £70 p/h Umbrella

We are looking to recruit an Embedded Software Engineer to join our defence client in this onsite role based in Stevenage. You will be joining the growing Software team working to develop, test and deliver innovative solutions by exploiting a wide portfolio of software technologies. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision.

You will need to be able to work independently and be self-driven whilst providing some technical leadership. You will need to be very proactive and comfortable working with teams outside of the SW department, and be experienced in Digital Signal Processing techniques (SDR) and able to develop embedded SW in C. To be able to work in a lab based environment using various test tools such as scopes, logic analysers, bespoke test equipment and host based testing.

Responsibilities:

An Embedded Software C Engineer capable of developing, integrating and testing embedded Software

Producing test requirements & test scripts for Unit, Subsystem and System level testing on both host and target platforms

Running tests, analysing results and using target test facilities such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers and oscilloscopes

Documentation and Design work in UML

Integration of software components with ARM multi-core platforms, FPGA subsystems and RF transceiver interfaces

Support real-time TX/RX data processing, buffering and performance optimisation on embedded targets

Contribute to system integration and verification of Software Defined Radio (SDR) datalink capability

Requirements:

Proven ability with Digital Signal Processing and the C Programming Language

Proven ability testing software products for ARM based multi-core processing platforms

Knowledge of communications protocols (e.g. SPI, UART, Ethernet, PCI-Express)

Use of DOORS

Proven ability of test tools and techniques in both host and target environments

Use of test tools such as LDRA or equivalent for host testing

Knowledge of model-based development, either in SysML/UML

Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems such as PikeOS or FreeRTOS

Understanding of real-time embedded data handling mechanisms such as DMA, interrupts and shared memory

Exposure to wireless modulation or waveform processing concepts (desirable)

Experience working with FPGA or SDR based embedded systems (desirable)

Additional information:

Please note, due to the sensitive nature of the projects involved, all candidates must be capable of gaining a UK MOD Security Clearance to SC level. You will require a live SC before you can start.

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

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 3x C++ Application Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.

This role requires:

  • Strong experience in C++ application development.
  • A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact.
  • Experience in CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, Docker.
  • Experience of developing software for virtual environments.

Rate: £65.00 per hour
Location: Bristol
Hybrid/Remote working: The role will likely be onsite - a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine). There may be some scope for hybrid working (project dependent).
Contract: 37 Hours per week
Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’
Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
Interview Process: One stage Video Interview

Application Software Engineer Job Description:
The team is implementing a demonstration system for a complex new Command and Control application, which extends existing concepts and logic. If the demonstration is successful, it may develop into a project for a fully operational capability.
We’re looking for an engineer who enjoys turning system needs into working software, working closely with domain specialists, and delivering capabilities in short timescales.

Responsibilities:
Application development and testing, including sophisticated business logic.
Collaborating with internal algorithm teams to integrate algorithms, implement complex transformation logic, test and verify.
Implementing and integrating interfaces with other subsystems and external simulators.
Building and extending components within an existing software application framework and deploying into a virtualised test environment.

Skill and experience required:
Experience in developing application-level software (C++, C#, Java or similar).
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern software engineering practices.
Knowledge of Data Distribution Service (DDS) is advantageous.
Defence industry experience is advantageous.

Rolling Stock Engineer
Morson Edge
Derby
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

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

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

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

Integration Manager SC Cleared / SC Eligible Remote
Sanderson Government and Defence
Bristol
Fully remote
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Position: Integration Manager
Location: Remote (1 day per week onsite in Bristol)
Day Rate: Market Rate
SC Clearance Required / SC Eligible

Join a leading global consultancy on a high-profile defence programme, where you’ll play a key role in delivering complex system integrations across a mission-critical environment. This is an opportunity for an experienced Integration Manager with deep IBM webMethods expertise to shape robust, secure, and scalable integration solutions.

What you’ll be doing

  • Designing and delivering integrations across applications, databases, and third-party services
  • Performing data mapping, transformation, and optimisation of integration workflow
  • Monitoring, troubleshooting, and enhancing system performance and reliability
  • Collaborating with developers, analysts, and key stakeholders
  • Documenting integration processes and best practices
  • Building and maintaining services on webMethods Integration Server
  • Designing REST and SOAP APIs using IBM webMethods

What you’ll bring

  • Strong hands-on experience with IBM webMethods (Integration Server, Designer/Developer, API Gateway)
  • Solid understanding of REST/SOAP services, JSON, XML, and flat-file processing
  • Experience with flow services, pipelines, and basic programming logic (Java beneficial)
  • Good database knowledge (SQL, JDBC)
  • Strong grasp of middleware, APIs, and system integration principles
  • Bonus: Experience with Maximo or Oracle platforms

To learn more, please do reach out to Tom Royston via email on

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.

Senior IAM Engineer / Technical Specialist
Sanderson Recruitment
Bournemouth
Hybrid
Senior
£500/day - £600/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Rate - £550 - £600 Inside IR35 total to umbrella

Duration - 6 months initial

Location - Bournemouth / London (three days a week on site)

Overview:

We are seeking a Senior IAM Engineer / Technical Specialist to support a series of high profile identity transformation projects.

This is a hands-on engineering role with a strong design focus, you will play a key part in shaping and delivering modern Identity & Access Management (IAM) solutions across a complex enterprise environment.

You will bring deep technical expertise across the identity lifecycle, helping to deliver secure, scalable and automated access solutions for internal users, applications and third parties.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and engineer modern IAM solutions across cloud and on-prem environments
  • Lead technical delivery across key programmes, including MIM replacement and IAM transformation initiatives
  • Build and optimise identity lifecycle processes (Joiners, Movers, Leavers) with a strong focus on automation
  • Develop and implement least privilege access models and role-based access controls (RBAC)
  • Configure and support Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) and Entra ID (Azure AD) solutions
  • Contribute to the design of a target-state IAM architecture, including vendor/tooling selection
  • Support evaluation and integration of IAM platforms such as SailPoint, Saviynt (or similar IGA tools)
  • Enable secure access for third parties and external users, removing reliance on legacy constraints (e.g. email domain restrictions)
  • Collaborate with Architecture, Security and Engineering teams to ensure IAM is embedded across all programmes

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Strong background in IAM engineering within enterprise-scale environments
  • Proven experience with Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM 2016) - including design, build and lifecycle automation
  • Deep understanding of identity lifecycle management (Joiners, Movers, Leavers)
  • Hands-on expertise with Entra ID (Azure AD) and broader Azure IAM capabilities
  • Experience with IAM/IGA platforms such as SailPoint, Saviynt, or similar
  • Solid understanding of authentication and authorisation protocols: SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, SCIM
  • Strong knowledge of directory services (Active Directory, LDAP)
  • Scripting and development capability (PowerShell, C#, Java) for automation and integration
  • Experience implementing RBAC and least privilege access models
  • Understanding of cloud IAM across cloud infrastructures

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.

Contract Controls Engineer
Samuel Frank
Wakefield
In office
Junior - Mid
£45/hour - £50/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Controls Engineer Contract Yorkshire Outside IR35 6 months initially - £45-£50 per hour

+++Headlines outside IR35, immediate start, full order book, strong pipeline of projects+++

Samuel Frank is recruiting for a Controls Engineer on a contract basis to join a well-established special purpose machine manufacturer based in Yorkshire.

This contract role will suit a Controls Engineer with strong commissioning and installation experience, particularly within special purpose machinery environments, with additional experience of motion control systems. This is a hands-on role, not a full-time desk-based position, so will suit a Controls Engineer who is comfortable working on the shop floor and has come from a practical, time-served apprenticeship background. The successful Controls Engineer will be required on site in Yorkshire five days per week, with occasional longer periods of site work.

Key skills and experience required for the Controls Engineer contract position include

  • Strong commissioning and installation experience on special purpose machinery projects
  • Proven Siemens PLC experience, ideally with S7-1500 / TIA Portal
  • Experience of motion control systems including servo drives, positioning systems and synchronisation
  • Experience of working with Rockwell / Allen Bradley PLCs would be advantageous
  • Hands-on approach with the ability to work effectively on the shop floor during build, install and commissioning phases
  • Likely to have completed a time-served apprenticeship or have a strong practical engineering background
  • Ability to interrogate, modify, tweak and enhance existing PLC code
  • Support full system commissioning through to successful FAT and SAT
  • Experience of working on customer sites, including fault finding and resolving issues under pressure
  • Ability to work closely with mechanical and electrical teams during installation and commissioning phases
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight project deadlines
  • There will be an expectation to complete site-based commissioning phases lasting approximately three to four weeks at a time, typically once every six months.

The successful Controls Engineer will play a key role in delivering commissioning and installation activities across a range of projects, with a strong focus on complex motion control performance, ensuring systems are operational, optimised and handed over successfully.

Please apply today for an immediate response.

Systems Performance Modelling Engineer
Morson Edge
Filton
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£60/hour - £80/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Systems Performance Modelling Engineer contract

Location: Bristol or Stevenage (on-site)
Duration: 12 months

Our client is looking for a modeller to produce models of the seeker RF Radar. The model includes the seeker hardware, digital processing and target environment. The modelling team is responsible for developing the model, producing auto-code, generating seeker performance predictions and interfacing the seeker model into the missile dynamic reference model.

Due to the sensitive nature of the work, this is predominantly done on-site but there is some flexibility depending on project.

Responsibilities:

  • Modelling in Matlab and Simulink using model-based design techniques
  • Producing parts of a complex Seeker model including modelling the target scenario, seeker hardware and processor algorithms
  • Develop and implement algorithms within the model
  • Producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms from the model
  • Carrying out seeker performance assessment
  • Producing a simpler representation of the model for use in the missile model
  • Upgrading legacy Seeker models to newer MATLAB/Simulink Vectors
  • Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors

Skills:

  • Simulink
  • Matlab
  • Algorithm design
  • Modelling for auto-coding
  • Assessing suitability of algorithms in the model
  • Aptitude for converting an algorithm into a Simulink model (desirable)
  • Familiarity with Radar and Control Systems (desirable)
  • Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing (desirable)
  • RF experience (desirable)
  • Experience in C (desirable)
  • Technical report writing
  • Model delivery experience
  • Ability to work as part of a fast-paced team
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Morson Edge
Stanford-le-Hope
Hybrid
Senior
£55/hour - £65/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Up to £64.81 per hour umbrella (Inside IR35)

Up to 4 days per week on site

6 Month contract (initially)

Our client is currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Precision Guidance Integrated Project Team (IPT), working on equipment for the next generation of Missile Seeker Programmes.

Key Responsibility Areas:

  • Support senior members of staff in the delivery of technical solutions on critical Business Programmes.
  • Generation of mechanical solutions to relevant company and international standards.
  • Design of engineering solutions taking into account all requirements including product quality, safety, reliability, testability, sustainability, etc.
  • Mechanical engineering detailed design, including numerical calculations, tolerance studies, etc.
  • Produce Manufacturing Data Packs in line with BS8888 including appropriate application of GD&T.
  • Generate BoM within approve PLM system (Teamcenter).
  • Contribute to reviews of Mechanical designs in accordance with business and industry standards.
  • Deliver design solutions against Technical Requirements, within budget and timescales.

Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge:

  • Technical or science degree qualified, or equivalent, with experience.
  • Mechanical engineering for Electronic Products (including EO).
  • Perform ‘hands on’ mechanical design and development using 3D CAD software (PTC Creo).
  • Structural design and an ability to carry out ‘first pass’ analyses and work in conjunction with full-time Structural Analysts.
  • Experienced in working on Electro-Optic Products, with proven knowledge of electrical screening, grounding, opto-mechanical sub-assemblies, etc.
  • Detail and assembly drawing generation, in accordance with BS8888.
  • Numerical calculations, tolerance studies, etc.
  • Proven understanding of the application of materials and process finishes to meet EO Product needs.
  • Experienced in the design of Jigs, Fixtures and Tooling to support the Assembly, Integration and Testing of EO Products, for the Aerospace and/or Defence sector.
  • Ability to work within a multi-discipline IPT.
  • Knowledge of Cable Harness design, including Connector selection, screening, strain relief methods, etc.
  • Experienced in various aspects of DfX, including Manufacturing, Assembly, Test, Integration and Sustainability.
  • Operating in a high performing multi-disciplinary Team.

Desirable:

  • Capable of performing ‘first pass’ Thermal analyses.
Maintenance Engineer
Gap Technical Ltd
Wales
In office
Junior - Mid
£40/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£40p/h
Days / Nights
Location: Flint
gap technical are proud to be representing a market-leading manufacturing business in their search for an experienced Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to support operations at their site near Flint
The Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the manufacturing process by responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned maintenance, and driving continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities

  • Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime
  • Carry out planned and preventative maintenance activities
  • Fault-find efficiently using machine history, documentation, and diagnostics
  • Take ownership of a nominated production area
  • Identify, correct, and modify recurring machine faults
  • Work closely with production teams to maintain strong working relationships
  • Train operational staff in minor maintenance tasks and assist with major repairs
  • Ensure all machinery is maintained to a high engineering standard
  • Actively contribute to reducing downtime and improving engineering processes

About You

  • Time-served Electrical engineering apprenticeship (preferred)
  • Electrical bias with strong hands-on experience
  • Proven experience with:
    • 3 Phase Electrical Systems
    • Motors, Drives, Safety Relays & PLC’S
    • Packaging machinery
  • Background in FMCG / Print / Packaging manufacturing is advantageous but not essential
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to plan and organise workload effectively
  • Flexible approach to shift patterns (days, nights, weekends)

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to work with a market-leading manufacturing business
  • Varied and challenging role in a fast-paced environment

Apply
Please send your CV via the Apply Now option on the website.
If you have any questions about this role or would like to discuss other opportunities, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical, who are operating as an employment business. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment, and development of the best people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the role.
Closing Date: 27/04/2026

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

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

Position Description:

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

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

Skills Required:

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

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

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

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

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

  • Lead reviews with key stakeholders and suppliers.

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

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

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

  • ISO 26262 Proficiency:

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

  • MBSE/SysML Modelling:

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

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:

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

  • Systems Thinking:

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

Skills Preferred:

Tool Expertise:

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

Technical Leadership:

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

Communication:

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

Test Development:

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

Experience Required

Strong experience in the development of software-enabled systems.

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

Experience Preferred:

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

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

Education Required:

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

Education Preferred:

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

Additional Information:

INSIDE IR35

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

Eligibility:

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

Embedded Software Engineer
Certain Advantage
Bristol
In office
Mid - Senior
£68/hour

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Embedded Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.

Rate: £68.00 per hour
Location: Bristol
Hybrid/Remote working: The role will be onsite - a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine)
Contract: 37 Hours per week
Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’
Duration: 6 months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
Interview Process: One stage Video Interview

Embedded Software Engineer Job Description:
We are a world leader in missile and missile systems, seeking a highly capable and adaptable Embedded Software Engineer to join our Development Facility in Bristol. As part of our growing dynamic Software team, you will develop the latest mission-critical defence systems. You will work as part of a medium-sized team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision.
The role will involve software development and the integration testing of the target hardware containing the software under test and suitable skills in this area will be expected.

Responsibilities:
The responsibilities for this role are:

  1. Development on Linux of Embedded Real Time software using C++ in a multi-threaded Application to software requirements & ICDs.
  2. Write functional tests and conduct integration testing with the target hardware.
  3. Adhering to the agreed Project Planning and Quality processes.
  4. Use JIRA for project management and issue tracking
  5. The role will involve working within a lab environment running software on target hardware.

Skillset/experience required:

  1. Significant experience of developing and debugging Real Time Software Products using C/C++.
  2. Considerable experience of Rhapsody UML or other model-driven development tool.
  3. Extensive experience in developing functional and integration tests as well as simulation and hardware testing.
  4. Proven experience of developing and testing software to requirements and ICD’s.
  5. Competent with MS Office tools/DOORS, for reviewing and updating technical documentation.
  6. Working understanding of configuration management tools such as RTC/EWM.
  7. Knowledge of Python/Ada/FreeRTOS would be highly beneficial
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