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NVH Modal Test Engineer
Premea
Warwick
In office
Junior - Mid
£27/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:

NVH Modal test engineer - 27.21/hr (Inside IR35) Warwickshire 8 Months (potential for yearly renewal)

Duties:
Measurement, analysis and reporting of vehicle, system and component modal performance status to meet key gateway requirements. Responsible for lab-based transfer function measurement to support NVH attribute needs and NVH issue investigation, i.e. Transfer Path Analysis to support road, powertrain and simulator teams

  • Undertake detailed correlation work in collaboration with CAE teams both internal and external to improve future models and simulations.
  • Maintain the Modal lab workspace and ensure it is fit for use, and calibration compliant
  • Support taskforce activities to solve complex engineering problems as required
  • Maintain up to date method statements and processes for modal and systems testing

Skills:

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

Education:

  • Degree or relevant equivalent experience

Additional information:
This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35.

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment Business.
Premea is a specialist IT & Engineering recruitment consultancy representing clients in the UK and internationally within the Automotive, Motorsport and Aerospace sectors.

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

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

Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour.

Roles and responsibilities:

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

Skills Required:

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

Education Required:

  • Degree or relevant equivalent experience.
Systems Engineer
Pontoon
Edinburgh
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Title: System Engineer
Location: Edinburgh (1 day per week onsite)
Remuneration: 600 per day (via Umbrella Company)
Contract Details: Temporary (6-month initial contract with strong potential for extension)

Responsibilities:
Join our dynamic team as a System Engineer and showcase your skills in a fast-paced environment. Your expertise will be invaluable as you:

  • Manage and support core infrastructure systems with minimal supervision, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Oversee the configuration and administration of Windows Server 2022, keeping systems running smoothly.
  • Design, maintain, and troubleshoot Active Directory environments, including:
  • AD site design
  • Group Policy Management
  • AD security
  • Certificate services
  • Contribute to network operations, focusing on routing, DHCP, and DNS to maintain seamless connectivity.
  • Create and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation and efficient system administration.
  • Work within an AWS Cloud environment, supporting key components like EC2, EFS, S3, and load balancers.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of growth and learning.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and engaged.

Required Skills & Experience:
We’re looking for a passionate System Engineer with the following skills:

  • Strong self-motivation and the ability to manage your workload independently.
  • Solid understanding of networking principles, including routing, DHCP, and DNS.
  • Hands-on experience with Active Directory and Group Policy administration.
  • Proficient knowledge of Windows Server 2022.
  • Proven experience with PowerShell scripting to streamline processes.
  • Familiarity with AWS across core infrastructure components (EC2, EFS, S3, load balancing, security groups, etc.).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on.
  • Excellent communication abilities to interact effectively with stakeholders.

If you are ready to make an impact and work in an exciting insurance environment, we want to hear from you! Bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our team and help us drive success. Apply today to seize this opportunity!

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 2-3 working days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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

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

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

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

The Individual
Were looking for people who can show:

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

The Benefits:

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

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

Working with Certain Advantage
We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If youre hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, well work with you to find it.
We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isnt for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.

Surveillance Programme Engineer - Periodic Testing
Morson Edge
Bridgwater
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: HYBRID - 3x days per week Site based in Bridgwater AND 2x days remote working
STATUS: CONTRACT - INSIDE IR35
Duration: Currently approved until 31dec26 (renewable)
Reports to: Pre-Operations Surveillance Programmes Lead

Morson Edge are working on behalf of a major client in the Energy Sector who have a requirement for a Surveillance Programme Engineer to join their periodic testing team on a contract basis. All work is associated with the Nuclear New Build Project in Somerset and offered on a hybrid working schedule.

Vacancy Overview

  • The Surveillance programme Engineer (Periodic Testing) will support the Pre-Operations Surveillance Programmes Lead in the delivery of operational documentation and strategy for the delivery of the Periodic Testing Programme.
  • The successful individual will be required to work with the team producing the periodic testing operations instructions (PTOI’s), as well as assist in the shaping and development of the processes required to deliver the Periodic Testing programme in the operational power station. This includes analysis of technical documentation from the designer, such as technical drawings, specifications, and testing instructions.
  • The role also will involve liaising with a wide range of stakeholders from across the wider organisation.

Principal Accountabilities

  • Conduct technical analysis of plant components and equipment.
  • Conduct analysis of technical documentation.
  • Assist in the development of the Surveillance Programme requirements for the operational power station.
  • Conduct scheduling activities for the output of the Periodic Testing Surveillance programme.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

  • Minimum HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline.
  • Experience of mechanical/electrical/C&I plant systems.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to read technical drawings.
  • Experience of document production
  • Be able to develop and follow procedures.
  • Able to develop work plans and deliver them safely and efficiently.
  • Have experience of working in a project environment.
Senior Systems Administrator
Solos Consultants Ltd
Cambridge
Hybrid
Senior
£25/hour - £37/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Rate: £25.15 per hour PAYE / £37.78 per hour Umbrella
IR35: Inside IR35
Contract: 6 months
Hours: Full time
Location: Cambridge (CB2) hybrid/onsite as required

The Role

We are working with a large NHS organisation in Cambridge to recruit an experienced Senior Systems Administrator for a 6-month contract engagement.

This is a senior, hands-on role operating at the intersection of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT), supporting critical systems used across estates and facilities teams in a complex, highly regulated healthcare environment.

You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, security, compliance, and documentation of enterprise infrastructure and third-party systems that directly support hospital operations.

Key Responsibilities

Systems Administration & Infrastructure

Administer and maintain enterprise IT systems and third-party devices, following best-practice lifecycle management

Perform advanced system monitoring to ensure availability, performance, and integrity

Embed operational best practice across systems, processes, and teams

Maintain IT asset data with automated monitoring and reporting

Security & Compliance

Enforce cybersecurity standards and carry out vulnerability management

Ensure compliance with security, Information Governance, and NHS frameworks

Manage security tooling, patching, and hardening activities

Support BIA, BCP, and recovery practices

Cloud & Microsoft Technologies

Support and manage cloud environments in collaboration with suppliers

Administer Microsoft 365 services including Teams and SharePoint Online

Manage Identity & Access Management using Microsoft Entra ID (MFA, Conditional Access, user provisioning)

Contribute to system maturity and continuous improvement frameworks

Networking & Connectivity

Provide support across WiFi, firewalls, VPNs, and core networking services

Apply strong knowledge of DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, switches, and routers

Monitor and optimise system performance for high availability

3rd Line Support & Escalation

Act as escalation point for complex 2nd/3rd line incidents

Provide expert support for business-critical systems (e.g. CAFM and estates platforms)

Diagnose and resolve infrastructure, application, and network issues in line with SLAs

Vendors & Documentation

Work closely with external vendors and service providers

Maintain configuration management, technical documentation, and operational processes

Ensure secure storage, backup, and recoverability of systems and data

Essential Experience & Skills

Proven experience as a Senior Systems Administrator / Infrastructure Engineer in large enterprise environments

Strong Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft SQL experience

Experience supporting Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid environments

Solid understanding of cybersecurity, patching, and compliance frameworks

Strong networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls)

Excellent documentation, troubleshooting, and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable

Experience working in the NHS, public sector, or highly regulated environments

ITIL, PRINCE2, or similar service/project management certification

Experience supporting estates, facilities, or OT-adjacent systems

Experience mentoring or guiding junior engineers

If this role is of interest and you meet the above criteria, then please apply immediately.

Senior Civil Engineer
Arup CWS
Birmingham
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally.
At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning.
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join.

Job description - the role

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.
We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.
On Behalf of Arup, we are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer for a 12 month contract based in Birmingham (hybrid).

Candidate Profile: Key accountabilities, skills & experience

Purpose of the role:

We are looking to recruit experienced Civil Engineers to join our growing Midlands based Civils teams. From your first day, you’ll join an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and encouraged to develop their skills and experience in new and exciting ways.

What you’ll do:

  • Managing multidisciplinary engineering projects, planning resources and monitoring commercial performance
  • Leading the civil engineering design on projects. This includes preparation and review of technical deliverables including drawings, reports, specifications and presentations
  • Producing bid documents and supporting general business development activities
  • Contributing to a culture of technical excellence and the development of technical skills within the wider team through planning and delivery of initiatives and training
  • Embracing our Culture, Equity and Inclusion strategy and vision, both through your own behaviour and influencing others

The skills you’ll need:

  • Masterplan/site development.
  • Sustainable drainage designs and modelling, flood risk management.
  • Earthworks assessments.
  • Highway, access road or external works design.
  • Utilities coordination.
  • Experience of working in an Energy environment would be an advantage.
  • Excellent digital skills

About the client

About the client
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup’s internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.
If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our Sourcing Specialists.
AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements.
AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.

Maintenance Engineer
DS SMITH PACKAGING LIMITED
Kettering
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE
  • 12 - 18 Months FTC
  • Kettering
  • Day shift: 0600am - 2pm / 2pm -10pm

We are looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer, either multi-skilled or with a electrical bias. You will be working closely with your engineering colleagues, Operations, OEMs and vendors to develop and implement best practices and increase plant and asset reliability.

The role is hands on and fast paced, requiring you to carry out duties with respect to Preventative Maintenance schedules. Reporting to the Engineering Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring any tasks carried out are completed to the best possible standard and in accordance with current regulations and company policy on health and safety, quality, hygiene, housekeeping, delivery and cost.

Other key responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring all maintenance activity meets quality standards with respect to workmanship, processes and procedures in order to deliver plant quality targets
  • Ensuring that company procedures and effective controls are followed and implemented with respect to maintenance costs to deliver plant cost performance targets
  • To work in support of a preventative maintenance strategy by undertaking work of a predictive preventive and repair nature
  • Ensuring contractors are appropriately supervised and comply with contractual commitments and site operating processes
  • Document and communicate as necessary comprehensive maintenance records
  • Ensuring appropriate training is completed for both self and others with a view to maintaining professional and technical skills.

What we would like our candidate to have:

  • Sound engineering experience working in a similar maintenance environment
  • Electrical or Mechanical apprenticeship with multi-skilled knowledge
  • Computer literate, and well versed in Excel and Word
  • Experience with autonomous maintenance practices
  • The ability to work well individually and within a small team and
  • Strong fault finding skills and knowledge
  • Experience of maintenance management systems (SAP) would be advantageous

Benefits:

  • Equivalent of 25 days of annual leave
  • Discretionary site bonus
  • Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Corporate discounts
Dual Skilled Electrical and Mechanical Engineer
Morson Edge
Multiple locations
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Dual Skilled Electrical & Mechanical Engineer
Location: Liverpool
Contract Type: Long-Term Contract
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Shift Pattern: Days or Shifts Available

Overview

We are currently recruiting Dual Skilled Electrical & Mechanical Engineers on a long-term contract basis for a leading client within the rail rolling stock industry, based in Liverpool. These roles sit within the maintenance team and offer the opportunity to work either day shifts or a rotating shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on rail rolling stock
  • Fault finding and diagnosis on electrical and mechanical systems
  • Perform inspections, repairs, overhauls, and component changes
  • Ensure all work is completed in line with safety, quality, and industry standards
  • Accurately complete maintenance documentation and reports
  • Work collaboratively within a depot-based maintenance team

Essential Requirements

  • Qualified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
    o Electrical qualification preferred, however strong mechanical backgrounds will be considered
  • Experience in a maintenance or engineering environment
  • Ability to fault-find and work across electrical and mechanical systems
  • Strong awareness of health & safety procedures

Desirable Experience

  • Previous rail or rolling stock experience
  • Experience working within a regulated or safety-critical environment
Electrical Installation Design Engineer
Morson Edge
Bristol
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£32/hour - £43/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£43.00 per hour Umbrella / £32.15 per hour PAYE

3 days a week onsite in Filton / 2 days from home

Aerospace Design - Electrical installation

14 month contract - possible extension

Key skills:

3D design capability

Electrical modelling/ Systems Installation modelling experience a plus

Model Catia V5 in 3D

2D experience

Job Specification:
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Installation Design Engineer to join our Wing Engineering design team in Filton-Bristol. We are in the middle of a very significant transformation which brings together the lifecycle of Airbuss entire production system and supply chain in one seamless digital world. All while supporting the current Design needs and systems typical of a legacy product. As a result, we are looking for an
experienced Electrical Systems Installation design engineer to come and support our current team.

What you will be doing:

The main tasks and responsibilities will include:
? Create Electrical Design Solutions and 2D drawings in line with applicable design processes and rules for the relevant programs
? Analyse and validate design requirements and agreement of deviations with stakeholders if and when needed.
? Understand Functional inputs and validate Functional Electrics to Electrics Installation configuration.
? Support Customer Services through Tech Requests.
? Support Production through Design Query Notes/Works Query Note embodiment

About You:

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and competences:
? You are proficient in Electrical Installation Design
? You have the ability to listen, understand and communicate information.
? You have proven track record of :
? Participating in a Design or project team.
? Achieving delivery to Time, Cost and Quality.
? Finding creative solutions to complex problems.
? You foster innovation and free thinking. You have a creative and strategic mind set.
? You are able to present simply and clearly technical cases in a complex network of stakeholders and customers enabling right first time delivery, achieving all the planned and agreed milestones.
? Knowledge and experience of the following design and configuration toolsets is desirable:
? CATIA V5
? PASS
? VPM,ACP
Candidates that have experience in other PLM/CAD systems will be considered
? ESI Approval Signatory is desirable but not mandatory. Candidates that have held Approval
Delegations in the past will also be considered
? Experience on aeronautics and aeronautical products is considered desirable but not mandatory. Candidates that hold experience in other industries and disciplines will be considered.
? Fluent in spoken and written English. Other languages will be considered.

Safety Engineer
Morson Edge
Wareham
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Safety Engineer (Senior / Principal) – Contract – INSIDE

Location: Dorset Innovation Park, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester DT2 8ZB
On-site: 3–4 days per week (flexibility available)
Duration: 6 months initially, likely extension to 12 months
Clearance: Must be eligible for UK SC Clearance

Overview:
We are seeking a Safety Engineers at Senior or Principal level to support a growing portfolio of complex defence programmes. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of multiple projects, ranging from early concept work through to mature, in-service systems.
The successful candidates will be comfortable picking up work independently and delivering safety engineering across the full project lifecycle. There is a significant pipeline of work and long-term demand.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver system and functional safety across a portfolio of concurrent projects.
  • Develop and maintain Safety Management Plans, safety cases and supporting evidence.
  • Lead hazard identification and risk analysis activities using recognised techniques.
  • Manage hazard logs, ALARP justification and residual risk acceptance.
  • Own safety requirements and ensure full traceability through design, verification and evidence.
  • Support projects from start-up through to mature lifecycle stages.

Skills:

  • Strong background in safety engineering within defence or safety-critical environments.
  • Working across the full engineering lifecycle.
  • Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously and working autonomously.
  • Solid understanding of functional safety and daily application of relevant standards.
  • Knowledge of safety-critical standards such as Def Stan 00-056/00-055, IEC 61508, MIL-STD-882 or equivalent.
  • Engineering discipline background (systems, software or functional disciplines welcomed).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to influence design decisions.

Desirable:

  • Submarine or wider naval programme Knowledge.
  • Aerospace background.
  • Functional Safety certification (e.g. TÜV).
  • Professional registration (IEng / CEng) or working towards.
Maintenance Engineer
Orion Electrotech Manufacturing
Reading
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job title:Maintenance Engineer

Location:Reading

Pay rate:Competitive hourly rate!

Hours:Monday to Friday 6am to 2.30pm flexibility may be available

Job type:Initial 3-6 month contract

This is an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business on a 3-6 month contract

The role of Maintenance Engineer:

  • Manage the sites maintenance helpdesk system, ensuring timely allocation and completion of tasks.
  • Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) for building services, plant, equipment, and infrastructure.
  • Support troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical issues and assist engineers with complex breakdowns.
  • Maintain spare parts inventory and handle procurement of materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Ensure statutory compliance (PUWER, LOLER, fire safety, water hygiene, electrical safety) and maintain audit-ready documentation.
  • Coordinate contractors and vendors, including inductions, supervision, quality checks, and performance management.
  • Administer facilities systems such as access control, CCTV, fire/security systems, and (if applicable) fleet management.
  • Maintain records, asset registers, and reports, promoting safety, 5S, and continuous improvement across site operations.

The suitable Maintenance Engineershould have the following skills and experience:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
  • Handson experience in facilities or maintenance operations within industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships and communicate clearly at all levels.
  • Proactive problem-solver with a practical, cando approach.
  • Competent IT user, including MS Office and basic digital systems.
  • GCSEs (or equivalent) required; vocational/technical training such as NVQ Level 2/3 preferred.
  • Experience managing contractors and understanding UK health & safety and compliance requirements (IOSH Managing Safely desirable).
  • Willingness and capability to work in physically demanding environments, including PPE use, manual handling, working at heights, and noiseexposed areas.

If you are interested in this Maintenance Engineer position, please click apply now or call Molly at Orion Reading today

INDMAN

Fidessa Engineer
McGregor Boyall Associates Limited
London
In office
Senior
£800/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Role: Fidessa Engineer (OMS / EMS Specialist)
Location: London - 100% on-site
Contract Duration: 12 months

Rate: up to £800 p/d (via PAYE)

We are looking for an experienced Fidessa Engineer to join a Trading Technology team focused on modernising equities execution platforms. This contract role will play a key part in integrating an in-house OMS with Fidessa EMS and shaping the transition toward a scalable, multi-EMS / headless EMS architecture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, build, and deployment of OMS-Fidessa EMS integrations, covering order entry, execution feedback, and allocations.
  • Define and implement FIX connectivity, including session management, execution reports, order routing, and drop copy feeds.
  • Collaborate with Fidessa technical teams to align APIs, feeds, and message schemas with internal OMS standards.
  • Analyse and optimise end-to-end trade workflows from order creation through execution, booking, and reporting.
  • Partner with Front Office, Product, and Risk/Compliance teams to ensure robust trading controls and reporting integrity.
  • Troubleshoot complex OMS-EMS issues related to latency, sequencing, reconciliation, and data consistency.
  • Contribute to architecture and proof-of-concepts for multi-EMS and headless EMS solutions.
  • Produce clear technical documentation, interface specifications, and operational runbooks.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 10+ years’ experience in equities trading technology within buy-side or sell-side environments.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Fidessa EMS and OMS platforms (e.g. Bloomberg AIM, FlexTrade, Charles River, or in-house systems).
  • Deep knowledge of FIX (4.2, 4.4, 5.0), EMS routing rules, Wheel, FDM, and drop copy configurations.
  • Solid understanding of front-to-back trade lifecycle, market structure, and regulatory requirements (MiFID II, Reg NMS, CAT/TRF).
  • Experience with message-driven architectures, SQL, and scripting in Java or Python.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work closely with traders and engineers in fast-paced environments.

Apply today or email your CV to

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

Applications Systems Engineer (Level 3)
INEOS
Grangemouth
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
+3

Title: Applications Systems Engineer (Level 3)

Hours: 37.5 per week

Location: Site based 5 days per week at our Grangemouth HQ

Salary: Dependent on skills, qualifications and experience

Contract type: PAYE Agency (6-month initial contract)

ABOUT US

A truly global company, INEOS comprises of numerous businesses with sites in countries throughout the world. We also encompass a wide range of consumer brands and sports interests.

Grangemouth remains one of INEOS key sites in the UK and is home to world scale manufacturing plants offering a unique environment in which to grow your skills, knowledge and competencies within the petrochemical sector.

We are engineering a strong future for our site, based on a highly skilled, experienced workforce and a portfolio of essential products that underpin a sustainable, low carbon future for all. We are entrepreneurial. We love to find new ways of doing things. Whether thats through improving the energy efficiency of our plants, developing new ways of working or delivering on our net zero promises. And were proud to be doing this in Scotland.

We believe in offering our employees true autonomy and empowerment with a working environment that creates the opportunities for all of us to achieve our potential and to have a fulfilling professional career.

ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY

A highly skilled and experienced IT professional is required to join our team to provide technical expertise in supporting and maintaining business-critical applications across multiple INEOS businesses. The successful candidate will ensure application stability, security, and performance while driving continuous improvement to meet agreed Service Level Agreements and business objectives.

This role involves delivering end-to-end application lifecycle services, including design, implementation, maintenance, upgrades, and modifications, while safeguarding systems against cyber threats and ensuring compliance with digital security and legislative requirements.

As a senior member of the team, you will also play a key role in mentoring colleagues, managing incidents, and contributing to projects that enhance application reliability and business continuity.

Key accountabilities:

Implement and sustain IT applications systems and services to achieve business goals for availability, reliability, security, functionality and cost while meeting the growing needs for digital security and legislative compliance to meet Service Level Agreements (SLA).

Define / develop, test & implement both in-house developed & third-party applications to meet business defined requirements and ensuring they comply with best practice and group Cyber Security standards.

Regular review and prioritisation of incoming support issues to ensure resolution within a timely manner.

Actively assist in the management and resolution of any unplanned application outages.

To create & maintain IT Applications Team support documentation & technical standards procedures to ensure continuity of IT services.

To implement continuous service improvement initiatives as directed by IT Applications Team Lead.

To mentor and coach other members of the IT Applications Team promoting best practices and excellent customer service.

To participate in IT Applications Team projects ensuring that they are delivered on time, on budget and meet the stated business requirements.

Special features

Role involves participation in the IT Incident Management and Application Team out of hours on call rota.

ABOUT YOU
Required:

Bachelor or Master in a technical, business or IT discipline or equivalent experience

Extensive technical experience in an IT environment

A number of years experience working in a senior application support and maintenance role

Expertise in developing SharePoint solutions using the SharePoint Framework, with experience in Power Automate workflows, Azure Functions, and secure authentication via Azure AD. Skilled in supporting pipelines with Azure DevOps.

Self-starter, with strong team-working, influencing, communication and other interpersonal skills

A proactive mindset with a focus on service and customer impact

Performs consistently in time-sensitive and complex scenarios

Deep understanding of application system architecture, design, life cycle and deployment

Proven track record in creating, implementing & reviewing technical solutions for IT Applications and IT business systems

Proven experience with solving problems on a wide range of system issues

Desired:

Experience in the Oil and Gas sector

Coding skills using languages such as VBScript, VBA, JavaScript, PowerShell and MS-DOS

Working knowledge of one or more of ASP, .NET, Apex and MS Access

Working knowledge of web and application servers including Microsoft IIS, Oracle WebLogic, IBM WebSphere, Apache Tomcat, and JBoss

Experience with Snowflake and Azure cloud computing platform

Experience working with SQL for data querying, processing and performance tuning.

An understanding of networking to troubleshoot connectivity issues affecting application performance (DNS, proxy, SSL)

HOW TO APPLY

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their CV via our website.

Pre-screen (If applicable)

Applicants with a successful CV may be invited to an online MS Teams or telephone call to further discuss the role, the organisation and your suitability.

Formal Interview

Successful applicants will then be invited to interview which will consist of behavioural and technical questions. For some roles the recruitment process may also include technical testing, behaviour questionnaires and/ or a delivering a presentation.

Provisional Offer

If you are selected as the preferred candidate you will receive a provisional offer which will be subject to a medical assessment and reference checks.Some roles may also require a criminality check.

If you would like to discuss any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact us directly.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during application, assessment and on-boarding stages.

Building Services Engineer
Johnson Matthey Plc
Royston
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job title: Building Services Engineer

Location: Royston, Hertfordshire, UK (site-based role)

This role is a 12-month fixed term contract.

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Building Services Engineer, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Building Services Engineer who will be responsible for performing routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and carrying out repairs or preventative maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other facility systems. The goal is to ensure the building operates smoothly, meets safety standards, and remains in good working condition to support the needs of tenants, staff, or visitors.

The role:

As a Building Services Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

  • Assist with the overall management of building services assets and systems across the business
  • Hands on maintenance of buildings services plant/equipment to reduce downtime, managing 3rd parties and contractors
  • Coordinate both specialist and trade (mechanical, electrical, civil etc) contractors to execute work packages on Building Services equipment
  • Management of general building structures repairs/maintenance
  • Lead small projects in relation to building services improvements & installations
  • Subject matter expert and point of contact for Building Services
  • Owner of building services assets across site
  • Exercise discretion in operational decisions such as sequencing of works, site logistics, contractor
    coordination, and issue resolution on-site.
  • Escalate major strategic decisions or deviations from budget/schedule to senior leadership but retains
    autonomy over daily site-level operational decisions.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

  • Experience working on HVAC, AHU’s or Air Conditioning Systems
  • Experienced working with permitting systems
  • Ability to work with and manage of 3rd Parties and external contractors

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as

  • Retirement savings
  • Share plans
  • Saving accounts
  • House saving funds
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Commuter allowances and loans
  • Medical plans / health assessments
  • Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact . We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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To submit your application, please click the “Apply” button online.

All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise.Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice . By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

Senior CE&I Design Engineer
Morson Edge
Seascale
Hybrid
Senior
£60/hour - £65/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior CE&I Design Engineer. This will be a site-based role in Cumbria.
This is worked over 4.5 days per week, with a minimum of 3 days per week either on Site or in the Office.
Will be required to travel to the Warrington Office approx. 1 day per month.
The successful candidate will work as part of the Silos CE&I design team who will be providing site-based design front line support to the Commissioning teams, delivering, supporting the delivery of others and checking detailed designs/changes to meet functional and business needs.
SC Level Security Clearance is required for this role. Candidates must be British Citizens and passport holders and not have worked outside the UK for the past 5 years.

Essential:
Academic Qualification - minimum - HND
Professional Qualification - ideally Incorporated Engineer

Experience:
Minimum 5 years successfully delivering as a CE&I Senior Design Engineer:
Experience of working on external multidiscipline projects.
Able to provide site-based front line design support to a Commissioning team.
Experience in delivering, supporting the delivery of others and checking detailed designs/changes.
Must have a working understanding of the following external Standards for PES based Control Systems and Process Instruments.
Effective problem solving, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey information to other team members/disciplines
Willingness to support early career Engineers

Desirable:
Experience:
Experience of working on external and/or SL multidiscipline projects.
Providing site-based front line design support to a Commissioning team.DD
Delivering, supporting the delivery of others and checking detailed designs/changes.

Senior EC&I Engineer
Yoh Solutions Ltd
Glasgow
Hybrid
Senior
£55/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role: Contract Senior EC&I Engineer

Location: Glasgow (Hybrid 2 Days From Home)

Job Type: 12 month contract outside of IR35

Rate: £55 Per Hr

A well-established engineering firm specialising in the design and delivery of complex rotating equipment and handling systems is looking to hire a Senior EC&I Engineer on a long-term outside IR35 contract. (initial 12 month duration).

Youll join a highly skilled team working on a strong pipeline of projects in the energy and industrial sectors. This is a hybrid role (3 days on-site, 2 remote) based in Glasgow.

Key Experience Sought:

  • Proven EC&I engineering background within heavy industrial environments.
  • Electrical design experience.
  • Solid knowledge of MV motors, VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)
  • Hazardous area design experience (IEC 60079, ATEX)
  • Experience with skid-mounted/package units (instrument hook-up, loop checks, cabling, glands, JBs)
  • Familiarity with machine monitoring systems (e.g. Bently Nevada)
  • Strong documentation and drawing skills (AutoCAD, P&IDs, loop diagrams, I/O lists, panel layouts, etc.)

Security Requirement:

Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must be British nationals, holding either a British passport or dual citizenship.

If you would like to apply for this position or would like more information, please send an up to date CV for an immediate consultation.

Facilities Maintenance Engineer
Orion Electrotech Manufacturing
Reading
In office
Junior - Mid
£14/hour - £16/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job title: Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Location: Reading

Pay rate: £14 - £16 per hour PAYE depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday 6am to 2.30pm flexibility may be available

Job type: Initial 3-6 month contract

This is an exciting opportunity for a Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business on a 3-6 month contract

The role of Facilities Maintenance Engineer:

  • Manage the sites maintenance helpdesk system, ensuring timely allocation and completion of tasks.
  • Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) for building services, plant, equipment, and infrastructure.
  • Support troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical issues and assist engineers with complex breakdowns.
  • Maintain spare parts inventory and handle procurement of materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Ensure statutory compliance (PUWER, LOLER, fire safety, water hygiene, electrical safety) and maintain audit-ready documentation.
  • Coordinate contractors and vendors, including inductions, supervision, quality checks, and performance management.
  • Administer facilities systems such as access control, CCTV, fire/security systems, and (if applicable) fleet management.
  • Maintain records, asset registers, and reports, promoting safety, 5S, and continuous improvement across site operations.

The suitable Facilities Maintenance Engineershould have the following skills and experience:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
  • Handson experience in facilities or maintenance operations within industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships and communicate clearly at all levels.
  • Proactive problem-solver with a practical, cando approach.
  • Competent IT user, including MS Office and basic digital systems.
  • GCSEs (or equivalent) required; vocational/technical training such as NVQ Level 2/3 preferred.
  • Experience managing contractors and understanding UK health & safety and compliance requirements (IOSH Managing Safely desirable).
  • Willingness and capability to work in physically demanding environments, including PPE use, manual handling, working at heights, and noiseexposed areas.

If you are interested in this Facilities Maintenance Engineer position, please click apply now or call Molly at Orion Reading today

INDMAN

Integration Engineer - Towing and Carrying
Expleo Group
Warwick
In office
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you an Automotive Engineer with a background in Towing and Carrying, seeking a new challenge.
Expleo are recruiting for an Automotive Integration Engineer, to ensure all customer expectations for Towing and Carrying, are met or exceeded, this is achieved through attribute target setting and verification sign-off, requirement decomposition, using both virtual and physical test methods. This role is based at a globally renowned Luxury Automotive OEM in Warwickshire and is offered on a contract basis.
Key Responsibilities of the Integration Engineer include:
Ownership, management, validation and development of vehicle level towing and carrying requirements and targetsEnsure robust SMART requirements and targets are cascaded and acceptedEnsure clear status for towing attributeSupport the development of towing and carrying features and designs for future vehicleConduct benchmarking studies
Skills Required for the Integration Engineer position:
Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering disciplineExperience in towing trailers and using trailer towing hardwareBackground in vehicle level Towing & Carrying development, testing and validationKnowledge of automotive technologies or systemsBackground in engineering test activities
To comply with current legislation, right to work checks will be carried out to ensure candidates are eligible to work in the UK. Regretfully, we are unable to support applications that require sponsorship.
Interested?If you would like to apply for the Automotive Integration Engineer position or require further information, please contact:

CAT Engineer
DCV Technologies Limited
Coventry
In office
Junior - Mid
£40/hour - £60/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

PVITC / CAT Engineer BEV Propulsion & Vehicle Testing

We are recruiting for a PVITC / CAT Engineer to support Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) propulsion and charging systems within a leading automotive engineering environment.

This role focuses on Customer Acceptance Testing (CAT) and first-level (L0) issue triage, supporting vehicle users and engineering teams to ensure propulsion and charging issues are analysed, documented and routed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform L0 triage and analysis of propulsion and charging system issues
  • Support vehicle-level testing across BEV platforms
  • Analyse test data using INCA or equivalent tools
  • Ensure high-quality data capture, reporting and issue tracking
  • Liaise with propulsion, software integration, vehicle engineering and quality teams
  • Support issue replication on vehicles or test rigs where required
  • Contribute to CAT process metrics and reporting

Essential Experience

  • Experience in BEV / EV propulsion or powertrain systems
  • Background in vehicle testing, validation or integration
  • Hands-on use of INCA, ETAS or similar data analysis tools
  • Strong understanding of vehicle systems and diagnostics
  • Structured problem-solving approach in a technical environment
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Full UK driving licence

Desirable

  • High-voltage system or component testing experience
  • Automotive OEM or Tier-1 supplier background

This is a hands-on engineering role, ideal for candidates who enjoy vehicle testing, issue triage and real-world problem solving rather than pure calibration or research work.

Apply now to discuss further details.

Mechanical Engineer Power Propulsion Systems
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Glasgow
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£40/hour - £52/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Mechanical Engineer Power and Propulsion Systems in Scotstoun, Glasgow on a hybrid basis

Would you like to join a global aerospace and defence organisation? Do you want to work as part of an organisation protecting people and maintaining maximum national security?

Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Mechanical Engineer Power and Propulsion Systems to add to their talented, hardworking team in Glasgow (onsite 1-2 days per week) on an initial 12 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same.

£52.54 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella

The role:

To provide Mechanical Engineering support to the Power & Propulsion Systems Team engaged in the functional design of the latest Naval Ships.

Contribute to mechanical elements of the design of the design of the River Class Destroyer Power and Propulsion systems.

Including:

  • Propulsion Motors
  • Diesel Generators
  • Gas Turbine
  • Propulsion Gearbox
  • Shaftline
  • Steering gear and Stabilisers

Provide suppport to the team in order to assess technical compliance, integration and review of design documentation for the ship’s propulsion motors procurement pack.

Implement change to P&P systems away from baseline ship design, assessing impacts on equipment, systems and spatial design.

Support P&P compartment owners in the Zonal Maturity programme.

Skills:

To succeed within this role, you’ll have experience in a similar position, and you’ll ideally have the following skills:

Minimal experience in engineering or a defence related industry.

2-3 years in experience in a similar role

Has worked in typically one phase of the product lifecycle in the defence/maritime industry or a closely related field.

Has an understanding of the product lifecycle.

Has worked with limited autonomy and has performed routine analysis in one engineering sub-discipline.

Background

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a global business that has developed a strategy of working closely with its contingent workforce. Within the role, you can expect to:

Work on complex, cutting-edge projects
Achieve a work/life balance
Develop your skills

APPLY NOW

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV to Stella today!

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