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Structural Project Engineer
Aldwych Consulting Ltd
The City
In office
Junior - Mid
£45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Project Structural Engineer

London EC2

£40k-£48k

A Project Structural Engineer is required to join this dynamic team of elite level Engineers. Innovative design and excellence in engineering are key to the ethos of the practice. The company have over 50 staff and are proud of their high standards. They work on challenging and complex buildings projects, often involving large RC frame buildings of up to £150m in value.

You should have a good academic background and several years’ experience of working in a structural design practice and an interest in working alongside respectable architects. Experience of working on large RC frame buildings in the residential sector would be desirable.

In addition to basic salary benefits include excellent training for Chartership, 25 days holiday plus ability to buy extra, season ticket loan scheme, cycle to work scheme, pension and healthcare and excellent bonus scheme.

Sam Robson 07749 155538

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Senior Structural Engineer
Aldwych Consulting
The City
Remote or hybrid
Senior
£50,000 - £60,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

London EC2
£50k-£60k

Are you a Chartered structural engineer seeking a new challenge?

Are you forward thinking and dynamic in your design approach?

Able to manage projects and do you enjoy diversity of work?

You will be involved in RIBA projects at stage 1 & 2, so good concept design skills, creativity and liaison skills are essential.

You will be joining the Civil & Structural Engineering division within this well established and highly reputable property consultancy working on buildings projects.

The firm covers architecture, MEP, Surveying, Sustainability, Masterplanning and structural design. They have around 200 staff and have been established over 100 years with a highly reputable industry name. They are backed by a large investment firm meaning that they are assured financial stability and are in an excellent market position for continued success.

They work on a collaborative basis between teams and are able to offer the ability of all round resource to clients. They offer a mutual team support philosophy and bonus to incorporate a team sharing ethos rather than separate teams just acting as cost centres. They work to unlock efficiencies as a business to enhance margins and offer an excellent client service.

The current civil/structural team stands at 18 staff and they are looking to develop and grow this team further, as the company see the opportunity and need for investment in this area.

Knowledge of Rhino, Dynamo and Grasshopper would be useful and experience in both RC and steel is essential.

This is a real opportunity to carve a niche for yourself within both the industry and the firm.

Projects are very varied in both size and scope, currently including work in the defence sector, industrial buildings, residential projects, projects for the Police, garden centres, schools and concrete resi mid rise frames, to name but some. Projects are commonly up to £40m in value but some smaller and can go up to £200m.

The firm has great office space, up to date systems and infrastructure, are flexible in nature, modern and fun, pro-active, and can offer excellent opportunities for promotion and progression. They have a diverse work force and no one is pigeon-holed here. Everyone counts, takes responsibility and has a real input and purpose.

You will most likely have a minimum of 8 years of buildings structures experience to be suited to this role.

Benefits offered in addition to excellent base salary will include:

25 days holiday (option to buy/sell extra)
Agile working (work from home options)
Pension
Healthcare
Various social events
Excellent Discretionary Bonus scheme
Annual salary and performance reviews
Laptop
Employee wellness and Assistance programmes
Travel insurance
Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes
Discounted gym & dental insurance offers
Various social activities
Optional charity day
Electric car lease scheme
Sam Robson
(phone number removed)

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Ingatestone
Hybrid
Senior
£70,000 - £85,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Our client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering and project consultancy operating across the built environment in England. The organisation delivers technically robust mechanical design and advisory services across a varied portfolio of complex projects, primarily within regulated and public-sector environments. Known for its collaborative culture and strong commitment to professional development, the business offers a supportive, long-term career path for experienced engineers seeking senior responsibility and influence.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Salary & Benefits

Salary £70,000 - £85,000 (dependent on experience)
Car Allowance
Nest Pension Scheme
22 days annual leave, with discretionary Christmas shutdown
Hybrid Working
Discretionary annual bonus
Bupa Private Healthcare/ Dental Cover
Extensive APC / chartership support where relevant to the role
Cycle to Work Scheme/ EV Scheme
Early finish on the last Friday of every month

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Job Overview

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will play a key role in the design, coordination, and delivery of mechanical building services projects from concept through to completion. Working closely with project managers, surveyors, and other technical specialists, the role involves producing high-quality mechanical designs, specifications, and technical documentation while ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory and industry standards.

Projects typically include both new build and refurbishment schemes across sectors such as education, healthcare, and other regulated environments. The position also provides opportunities to support project delivery, contribute technical leadership, and mentor junior engineers within the team.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Job Requirements

Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
Demonstrable experience within a mechanical design or building services consultancy environment
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services systems and design principles
Sound understanding of UK Building Regulations, British and European Standards, and industry best practice
Experience producing specifications, technical reports, drawings, and tender documentation
Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer status (CEng)
Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. IMechE or similar)
Experience delivering projects within education, healthcare, or public-sector environments
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for

Senior Data Centre Manager
Radius Consultancy
London
In office
Senior
£85,000 - £95,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Radius is seeking an experienced operational and strategic M&E Senior Data Centre Site Manager for their growing Data centre organisation based in London. Must have Critical M&E environment experience.

Reporting to the Senior Operations Director, you will be responsible for the day-day management, strategic direction and operations of multiple DC sites.

  • Working with 3rd party FM.
  • Experience of managing a team
  • Strategic thinking and mindset
  • Change Management
  • Incident and problem management,
  • Managing 3rd party suppliers to deliver against stringent SLA s.
  • Financial and Budget Management
  • Project Management.
  • P&L, OPEX, CAPEX
  • Procurement
  • Risk Management
  • Ensure all technical teams create and follow SOPs, MOPs and EOPs to the highest degree if accuracy
  • Responsible for critical infrastructure asset management and asset lifecycle
  • Audit aware and support frequent annual audit process, ISO 9001, 45001, 14001 etc.
  • Project Management.
  • Good understanding of Health and Safety, ISO standards, and compliance, BMS, PMS, fire systems.
Lead Control Systems Engineer
Automation Experts Ltd
Derby
In office
Senior
£50,000 - £55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

One of the UKs most established multidisciplinary design and build contractors with a rich history spanning over a century are in search of experienced Lead Control Systems Engineers to join a dynamic team. Specialising in the Water, Power, Energy, and Food and Beverage industries, they are at the cutting edge of value-added engineering. With over 100 years of industry experience, they have honed their expertise in supporting blue chip clients across various sectors, positioning themselves at the forefront of value-added engineering.

Lead Controls Engineer

£50-55k + Car Allowances + Benefits

A key role delivering automation projects across the entire project lifecycle

Join a large team of controls and automation engineers across multiple UK locations

Derbyshire based role. Ref: 23694

Lead Controls Engineer - The Role:

  • You will take charge of complex control system projects, either independently or leading a team of 3-5 engineers
  • You will be involved in all stages of the project, from creating design documentation to developing control software, testing, commissioning and handover
  • If leading a team, you will manage the workload and progress of your team members, working closely with the Project Manager to meet contractual project milestones
  • You will review design documents and test the software developed by your team members

Lead Controls Engineer - The Person:

  • Strong knowledge of safe working practices
  • PLC and HMI software development experience using at least two manufacturers devices from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider.
  • Experience with multiple communication protocols and working with SCADA systems and VSDs.

If you have a proven track record in delivering control and automation projects to major UK clients in the Water, Industrial Automation or Process sectors, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join the team and take the lead in delivering automation projects to clients.

If you have held or are interested in the following roles this position could be a perfect fit for you: Control Systems Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, SCADA Engineer, or Senior Controls Engineer.

For further information call Sharon Hill

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Automation Engineer
First Military Recruitment Ltd
Crediton
In office
Junior - Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

MS655- Automation Engineer

Location: Crediton

Salary: £55,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Automation Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.This role requires flexibility - The role currently operates Monday to Friday with an on-call rota, with plans to introduce structured shift work including nights and weekends.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reactive support for site automation issues within a clear escalation.
  • Demonstrate a structured problem-solving approach.
  • Ownership of minor (site managed) automation projects through the full project lifecycle.
  • Support project delivery of other site projects with automation elements.
  • Facilitating site activities to centrally delivered projects.
  • Maintain and monitor use of automation and electrical system software and documentation version control systems.
  • Liaise with the Automation Lead providing a site perspective to the ongoing development of the automation and electrical standards.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical and automation standards of site delivered projects and general improvement works.
  • Responsible for obsolescence management.
  • Ownership of the site level obsolescence and improvements plan focusing on the next level of controls (VSDs, servo drives, instrumentation etc ).
  • Evaluate performance data to feed into automation operational excellence activity to deliver improvements in efficiency and operability within production.
  • Ownership of site panel risk assessment register, periodic health checks and remedial/improvement actions.
  • Specialist automation support to site improvement initiatives.
  • Utilise specialist skills and systems access to validate and analyse site data, for example to support quality improvement activities.
  • Has an active role to play in continuously improving our business.
  • Encourage engineering based operational excellence projects.
  • Support the site roadmaps for quality / H&S / EMS / engineering / autonomous maintenance.
  • To have opportunities to deliver own ideas to improve our business.
  • Support improvement activities / events within facilities and engineering owned areas.
  • Understands the impact of own actions and others on achieving site & business strategy.
  • Aware of how current performance impacts the bottom line.
  • Ability to deliver on the job training (show and tell) to new colleagues.
  • Health and safety of self and others.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Automation Experience (Allen Bradley Preferred).
  • Scada Experience.
  • Plant Master Experience.
  • Minimum 2 year s experience.
  • Electrical qualification.
  • NVQ Level 3 in relevant discipline.
  • Relevant Automation Training certificates.
  • Ability to work within time constraints.
  • Ability to work individually as well as within a Team.
  • Flexible approach to work and hours.
Head Of Engineering
Platform Recruitment
Chard
In office
Leader
£70,000 - £80,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Head of Engineering A growing design and manufacturing business is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead its multi-disciplinary engineering function through an exciting phase of product innovation and international growth. This strategic role sits within the senior leadership team and offers a clear pathway to Engineering Director. About the Role As Head of Engineering, you will own the long-term technical direction of the company while managing the day-to-day performance of the engineering team. You will drive product innovation, ensure machinery meets modern safety and compliance standards, and elevate engineering capability across design, documentation, and customer delivery. This role combines leadership, technical oversight, and cross-functional collaboration - including close interaction with production, service, and commercial teams. It suits a hands-on engineering leader who thrives in a design-led OEM environment. Key Responsibilities \* Lead, mentor and develop a multi-skilled engineering team. \* Drive innovation by identifying opportunities for new technologies, improved safety, cost reduction and better performance. \* Oversee the design, improvement and update of machinery and systems. \* Ensure technical compliance with CE/UKCA/UL and other relevant standards. \* Supervise the creation of technical documentation, risk assessments and design FMEAs in line with modern health & safety legislation. \* Support customer-facing technical functions including spares, service, installation and commissioning. \* Contribute to strategic direction, succession planning and continuous improvement. Requirements \* Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related discipline). \* Proven experience in an OEM design and manufacturing environment. \* Track record of delivering engineered products or capital equipment to international customers. \* Minimum 5 years in a senior engineering leadership role. \* Strong communication, supervisory and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Skills \* Experience delivering capital projects to global clients. \* Background as an Engineering Manager (or equivalent senior technical role). \* Exposure to production, installation or service environments. What’s Offered \* Senior leadership role with defined progression to Engineering Director. \* Influence over long-term product and technology strategy. \* Opportunity to modernise and grow an established engineering function. \* Collaborative environment within a forward-thinking manufacturing business

Mission Planning Systems Engineer
MBDA UK
Gloucester
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£52,500 - £57,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

An opportunity has arisen to join an enthusiastic, driven and dynamic team, working across international boundaries who are focussed on delivering Mission Planning products for key domestic and export customers

Salary: £52,500 - £57,000

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Usually a minimum of 3 days per week on site

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
  • Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more .

The opportunity:

Join a team that works across all stages of the development life cycle, from initial concepting through to in-service support and Customer training. The breadth of work within the Mission Planning Systems Team affords plenty of opportunities for you to showcase your existing skills and experience as well as providing plenty of opportunities for technical and personal growth.

As we develop products for delivery to end users you will have also be hands-on with actual mission planning equipment developed for weapons such as Storm Shadow, Spear and others currently in development and with this comes engagement with customers and end users as well as working with many other parts of MBDA

  • You will be conducting systems design activities for various mission planning products.
  • You will provide key inputs to requirements capture, design freezes, system integration and testing through to full product verification and certification.
  • You will work closely with UK and French Systems and Software teams, as well as other parties to enable robust design and system validation.
  • You will be hands-on with real, operational equipment and have the opportunity to engage with Customers and End-Users

What we’re looking for from you:

  • Understanding of System Engineering Process is essential with recent experience in a systems engineering role ideally across the full lifecycle.
  • Experience in tools for Requirements Capture and Control (e.g. DOORS) and Configuration Management essential.
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively in a collaborative environment spanning a number of teams and locations is essential.
  • Experience of technical problem solving and a strong ability to think analytically.
  • General understanding of mission planning principles would be beneficial.
  • Engineering degree or equivalent.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Principal Systems Engineer
MBDA UK
Gloucester
Hybrid
Senior
£58,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Bristol

We are seeking experienced, innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme.Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency.

Salary: Up to £58,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
  • Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more .

The Opportunity:

Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach.

We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness.

Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations.

Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to;

  • Management and Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities
  • Ownership of key requirements entities
  • Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools
  • Manage relationship with design teams to help define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need
  • Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities
  • Management of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What we’re looking for from you:

  • An experienced systems engineer who is pro-active and readily able to work autonomously

  • Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design

  • Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders

  • The capability to take responsibility for decisions that affect several design domains / system elements

  • Ability to influence and drive a narrative

  • Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team

  • Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

RF Systems Engineer
MBDA UK
Stevenage
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Stevenage

At MBDA, we are continuing to grow our Data Link Systems organisation, providing a world leading missile data link capability. We have a number of exciting opportunities within Data Link Systems, working across the product lifecycle from research, the early concept phase, through full product design to production. These roles require a range of knowledge and experience from graduate to experienced engineers.

Salary: up to £ 55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: can vary between 2 to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship .

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

As part of our Data Link Systems team, you will work on the design and implementation of the cutting edge RF communication systems that are key to the success of our weapons systems. Our team has a presence at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. We collaborate broadly across MBDA with multiple disciplines to create high performance weapons systems for our Armed Forces. We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

  • RF Systems Technical Leads
  • RF Systems Engineers
  • Algorithm / Modelling Engineers
  • Signal Processing Engineers

What we’re looking for from you:

We are interested in talking to RF systems engineers; Systems Engineering team leaders; experienced Systems Engineers with an interest in building their RF communications knowledge; Engineers from the RF domain with an interest in building their Systems Engineering skills; Engineers with modelling experience; Engineers with signal processing experience.

We are looking for some of the following skills:

  • RF / Microwave systems knowledge
  • Requirements management and systems design
  • Managing external suppliers with procurement team support
  • Technical leadership of junior engineers
  • Experience participating in, or leading design reviews across the product lifecycle
  • Experience of coordinating the transition of development hardware into production, including environmental testing, qualification testing and design certification
  • System level functionality proving, Software / Firmware integration and proving
  • Familiarity with antenna systems
  • System level RF modelling
  • Familiarity with real-time digital signal processing for high data bandwidth systems
  • Understanding of waveform design and implementation
  • Systems modelling and Autocode generation experience
  • Experience research based on technical publications
  • Good communication skills with the ability to produce high quality written reports and presentations to internal and external customers

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Integrated Logistics Support Manager
MBDA UK
Stevenage
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£65,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

The Opportunity:

A world leader in Missiles and Missile Systems, MBDA is a multi-national group, employing 18,000 employees across Europe. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager to join our Customer Support & Services (CSS) team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and delivering ILS activities for future Domestic and Export customers across two of our in-service Missile Systems. The ILS Managers role is to influence the system design and to design a support solution in order to ensure our ability to provide effective through-life support to our products upon entry to service.

Salary:Up to £65,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days a week in the office

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship .

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

  • Company bonus: Up to 21% (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and implementation of ILS strategies and plans in line with customer and contractual requirements embedded within the Project Design Authority
  • Manage ILS activities across the full lifecycle, including concept, design, manufacture through to in service. The specific products for this role are in the manufacture phase, however as your career develops you would expect to move to different products in different phases of their life cycle.
  • Developing a robust Through Life Support Policy
  • Ensure compliance with relevant ASD S-Series standards as required, including (but not limited to):
    • S1000D (Technical Publications)
    • S2000M (Material Management)
    • S3000L (Logistics Support Analysis)
    • S4000P (Preventive Maintenance)
    • S5000F (In-Service Data Feedback)
    • DefStan 00-600
    • Current MoD ILS standards
  • Oversee Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), maintenance task analysis, spares modelling and provisioning, support equipment development and design, training and technical documentation
  • Act as the primary ILS point of contact for customers and key stakeholders
  • Oversee delivery of the support equipment within the UK and internationally
  • Support bid and proposal activities, including ILS costing and risk assessment
  • Manage and mentor ILS practitioners within the programme or functional team
  • Ensure ILS risks, assumptions and dependencies are identified and managed effectively

What we’re looking for from you:

  • Proven experience in an ILS, Supportability or Through-Life Support role within the defence or aerospace sector
  • A broad-based engineering background, preferably degree level qualified or equivalent in a technical discipline, ideally with substantial knowledge and experience of Weapon System development or support.
  • Strong working knowledge of ASD S-Series ILS standards and their practical application
  • Experience working with UK MOD customers and defence primes (desirable)
  • Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across an international environment
  • Experience supporting bids and proposals
  • Prioritisation and ability to deal with multiple, sometimes conflicting, issues on a regular basis
  • Ability to lead a team, carry out strategic planning of work, and ensuring commitments are always met
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders across the enterprise

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Electronic Engineering Project Coordinator
MBDA UK
Stevenage
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Engineering Project Coordinator to learn from our more experienced Project Managers and teams around you before taking on your own projects and developing into an Engineering Project Manager.

Salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Stevenage

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working - such as being onsite when necessary to work with people and collaborate, then working from home and around family commitments to be your most efficient. This role can be full time or part time: 4 or 5 days per week. We are flexible and accommodating. It would be beneficial to be on-site 1 or 2 days a week, depending on the project needs and working remotely other days.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

We are Electronics Engineering. We are growing, dedicated, and we work as a team to deliver our projects.

As an Engineering Project Coordinator (EPC) you’ll support the Engineering Project Management teams to deliver our projects to time, cost and quality.This will involve a mix of project delivery work, bid management and supply chain management.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to shadow our more experienced Engineering Project Managers, learn from them and the teams around you before taking on your own projects and developing into an Engineering Project Manager.

There are creative opportunities in MBDA, for example, to take part in outreach representing Electronics Engineering in your community and becoming in involved in women-in-engineering events.

What we’re looking for from you:

We’re looking for proactive, experienced and dynamic individuals with the ability to multi-task and work with people of diverse backgrounds; individuals with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence others to their way of thinking.

Candidates will be able to demonstrate:

  • A technical degree (ideally in Electronics)
  • Demonstrable exposure to / understanding of electronic engineering product development
  • A solid track record of experience working within an engineering context
  • A good grasp of project management fundamentals, basic Primavera P6 scheduling experience and the ability to manipulate data in Excel.

Most important for us is that you have the right attitude and a passion to develop - we can offer the training and support you need to enable you to broaden your skills and experience and take your first steps into a project manager role.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Head of Software Engineering - Embedded & Product Development
Verso Recruitment
Southampton
Fully remote
Leader
£80,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Head of Software Engineering – Embedded & Product Development
Remote-based - UK
Salary: £80,000 to £85,000 basic + benefits

This role is to manage a small team of 4 Software Engineers, 3 of whom are embedded, and one is a Mobile/Apps developer.

They are happy for this person to be based anywhere in England and work remotely.

You will need a strong embedded software/Micros development background. This will mainly be a management-oriented role, but with a team of 4 people, you will be immersed in all of the technical elements of the software projects. You must have remained very technical and be able to evaluate/structure software architecture, drive design review meetings, challenge engineers in design reviews etc. You will not be expected to write any code/individually contribute at that level. But I believe you could do it, if you so wished, on some projects.

A senior leadership opportunity is available for an experienced Head of Software / Software Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing software function within an advanced engineering and product development environment.

You will lead software strategy, software lifecycle processes, and delivery across multiple product programmes within a multidisciplinary R&D setting.
You will play a key role in shaping software architecture, development standards, and long-term capability growth across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities - Head of Software Engineering – Embedded & Product Development

  • Lead and manage a software engineering team delivering embedded, PC and mobile software solutions
  • Define and implement software development lifecycle processes and best practices
  • Drive software architecture, detailed design, implementation standards, verification and validation
  • Provide technical leadership across firmware and OS-based systems
  • Support the delivery of complex engineering products from concept through to production
  • Conduct and lead detailed technical and design reviews
  • Develop team capability, skills and resource planning
  • Contribute hands-on technical input within project teams where required
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and external stakeholders

Head of Software Engineering – Embedded & Product Development - Candidate Profile

  • Proven experience as a Head of Software, Software Manager, or Software Engineering Lead
  • Strong background in embedded systems and firmware development
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering or product development teams
  • Track record of building and developing high-performing technical teams
  • Strong knowledge of full product development lifecycle
  • Experience delivering technically complex products into production
  • Confident in reviewing software architecture and detailed design

This is a great opportunity to join an exciting, rapidly expanding electronic instrumentation company that is investing heavily in R&D. If you have any specific questions about this role, please contact me on 01582 350052

Principal Civil Design Engineer
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Manchester
Hybrid
Senior
£400/day - £490/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Principal/Senior Civil Design Engineer (Water Industry)

Location: Manchester / Hybrid

Contract: 12 month contract

Rate: £400 to £490 per day (outisde IR35)

An established engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to support the delivery of civil design solutions across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK.

This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce civil design deliverables that meet safety, quality and regulatory requirements
  • Identify efficient design solutions from scopes and site visits, communicating effectively with clients and project teams
  • Direct, support and develop CAD Technicians, junior designers and graduates
  • Prepare design risk assessments, reports and technical specifications
  • Ensure designs comply with relevant technical, professional and water company standards
  • Attend and present designs at HAZOP, ALM, KM and similar meetings

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum 10 years’ design experience within the regulated water industry
  • Experience carrying out hydraulic calculations and producing hydraulic profiles
  • Degree qualified, HND, or significant experience from Technician level
  • Registered with a relevant professional body and working towards Chartership

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

  • Chartered Engineer
  • Experience across both clean water and wastewater projects
  • Background in infrastructure and non-infrastructure design
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

How to Apply

If you are a Senior Civil Design Engineer with water industry experience and are looking for your next contract role, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion

Structural Engineer NI
Aldwych Consulting Ltd
Lisburn
In office
Senior
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Senior Structural Engineer - Northern Ireland

An industry-leading civil engineering and construction contractor is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their expanding Northern Ireland team. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to some of the UK and Ireland’s most technically demanding and high-profile infrastructure projects, working across sectors including aviation, defence, nuclear, rail, highways, and energy.

This organisation is renowned for delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects through a collaborative and engineering-led approach. With a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and safety, they provide an environment where talented engineers can thrive-supported by industry-leading resources, modern facilities, and a culture that values professional development and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake structural analysis and design for both permanent and temporary works (predominantly permanent).
  • Deliver innovative and practical engineering solutions in line with relevant codes, standards, and project requirements.
  • Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design and construction teams, ensuring seamless integration between design intent and on-site execution.
  • Conduct site visits and technical assessments, providing expert support to project delivery teams.
  • Prepare design calculations, technical reports, and detailed drawings to a high standard.
  • Ensure all designs comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders to meet project goals and expectations.

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Chartered or working towards chartership with ICE or IStructE.
  • Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design software, with a solid grasp of Eurocodes and British Standards.
  • Proven experience in steel structures-including design, fabrication, and erection of structural steelwork.
  • Comprehensive understanding of steel connections, welding techniques, and material properties.
  • Experience in temporary works design (e.g., propping, bracing, lifting) is advantageous.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and report-writing skills.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Why Join?

  • This is an exciting opportunity for a driven structural engineer to take on technically challenging and career-defining projects within a progressive and forward-thinking company. You’ll be part of a team that values engineering excellence, invests in its people, and delivers projects that shape the built environment across the UK and Ireland.
  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are on offer, along with genuine opportunities for professional growth and chartership support.

Apply now if you feel this could be a good next step!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Engineering Manager
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Manchester
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£400/day - £535/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Engineering Manager - Water Industry

Location: Manchester / Hybrid

Contract: 12 month contract

Rate: £400 to £535 per day (outside IR35)

An established engineering and construction design specialist is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to support the delivery of projects across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK.

This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector.

The Projects you’ll be working on

Varied projects across the UK water industry, including:

  • Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide
  • Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and implement appropriate, safe, efficient and value-engineered design solutions and communicate these to client and project teams
  • Act as Professional Head for design function
  • Guide design in compliance with relevant technical, professional and water company standards and approve design packages
  • Manage production of design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements and are fully integrated

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • 10 years’ experience working in the engineering design industry in the regulated water industry
  • Chartered Engineer
  • Graduate or HND in relevant subject

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

  • Understanding of MEICA, civils and process designs
  • Track record managing multidisciplinary design teams and projects
  • Driving licence & access to vehicle

How to Apply

If you have extensive experience working in Water Industry as an Engineering Manager and are looking for your next contract role, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion

Lead Maintenance Engineer
Synergi Search & Select Limited
Leicester
In office
Senior
£50,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Lead Engineer - Leicester (Days Only, Monday-Friday)

Salary: £52,000 + Benefit
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Discipline: Multi-skilled (either bias)

Overview

Our client seeking an experienced and proactive Lead Engineer to join our Leicester site, supporting the Engineering Manager and leading the engineering team to deliver exceptional operational performance.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer to step into a leadership position, acting as a key driver of engineering excellence, safety, and continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Support

  • Lead, support and mentor the engineering team with hands-on technical guidance.
  • Deputise for the Engineering Manager, including responsibility for daily activities, decision-making and budget oversight in their absence.
  • Ensure compliance with PPM schedules, corrective maintenance tasks, SSOWs and engineering processes.
  • Support training activities for engineers and operators on new equipment and procedures.

Compliance, Safety & Standards

  • Uphold company Vision, Values and QHSE policies across all engineering operations.
  • Ensure site compliance with risk assessments, COSHH, RIDDOR and other regulatory standards.
  • Promote a strong and proactive safety culture within the engineering team.
  • Support the maintenance of site accreditations such as ISO/EN 14065.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

  • Work collaboratively with Production to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime and enhance OEE.
  • Lead initiatives focused on sustainability, energy efficiency and WECO reduction.
  • Support installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of site equipment and facilities.
  • Source spare parts, equipment and machinery through approved suppliers.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with confidence to influence at all levels.
  • Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and promote teamwork.
  • Commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities.
  • Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate teams and drive a performance-led culture.
  • Financial acumen relating to budgeting and forecasting.

Education & Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience in industrial maintenance, production or engineering.
  • Previous supervisory or management experience.
  • Strong operational maintenance background.
  • Relevant engineering qualification: Degree, HND/HNC, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or time-served apprenticeship (electrical, mechanical or steam).
  • Experience delivering continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Knowledge of energy management and sustainability practices.

Desirable

  • NEBOSH, IOSH or QHSE-related qualifications.
  • Bilingual capability.
M&E Engineer
BAM UK & Ireland
Exeter
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Building a sustainable tomorrow

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced M&E Engineer join our team on the South West Water Framework in Devon and Cornwall. BAM have been awarded the Non-Infra element of the AMP 8 framework in Cornwall. This new framework is worth up to £3b across all the tier 1s and runs until 2030 as a minimum, with options for a further 5 years. If desired this offers the longevity to relocate to the southwest and benefit from the quality of life that bring.

This role will be based at our sites in Cornwall, as well as the SWW main offices in Exeter.

Your team

  • BAM operates a flexible working policy

  • People are at the heart of what we do at Bam. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We’re on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

  • Making Possible

You will be responsible for the following:

  • Provide M&E engineering advice to the business development department in support of prequalifications.
  • Provide M&E engineering support to estimators for pricing tender opportunities, including the selection of potential M&E subcontractors and equipment suppliers.
  • Undertake the commercial and technical evaluation of returned enquiries including the identification of risk.
  • Provide M&E advice to site managers.
  • Undertake the management of the companies M&E activities in accordance with Company procedures.
  • Undertake the M&E and process design where considered appropriate for a particular project opportunity.
  • Maintain up to date M&E and process engineering knowledge.
  • Undertake the management of resources allocated.
  • Maintain a good working relationship with all stakeholders.
  • Maintain records to support activities.
  • Carry out other relevant duties as required from time to time.

What do you bring to the role?

  • Graduate civil engineer or HNC and/or experience.
  • Successful experience as Deputy M&E Engineer.

Whats in it for you?

  • Competitive salary
  • A wide range of family-friendly policies
  • Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
  • 8 % matched pension contributions
  • Private healthcare
  • Life assurance
  • 26 days holiday
  • 2 wellbeing days
  • 1 volunteering day
  • Personal and professional development

BAM Nuttall is also committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing policies that support work-life balance.

Design Engineering Manager - Pharmaceutical
Bennett and Game
Liverpool
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£65,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Mechanical Design Engineering Manager required for a Pharmaceutical Machinery manufacturer based in Liverpool. The successful candidate will be leading a small team of Design Engineers to manage the design of machinery to project specifications, regulations, and objectives.

Design Engineering Manager Job Overview

Leadership & Team Management

* Lead and mentor / develop a small team of mechanical engineers, providing guidance and professional development.

* Manage project timelines, resources, and priorities to ensure project milestones are met successfully.

* Create / encourage a collaborative and innovative work environment with a cross functional engineering department.

Hands-On Mechanical Design

* Lead the design and development of mechanical systems and components from concept to production.

* Perform CAD modelling, simulations, and detailed design analysis for active projects using Solidworks.

* Oversee prototyping / product development, testing, and validation of mechanical designs.

* Support the engineering team in specifying ancillary equipment such as motors, gearboxes, and pumps.

Project Execution & Collaboration

* Work closely with electrical, software, and assembly teams to ensure seamless integration of designs.

* Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to select materials and components.

* Ensure compliance with industry standards (U Stamp etc.), safety regulations (ATEX, ASME, PED), and quality (ISO 9001) requirements including the management of non-conformances for mechanical engineering.

* Take a lead role in the execution of Contract Design Reviews, Risk Assessments, and the approval of design documentation and specifications.

Process Improvement & Problem-Solving

* Drive continuous improvement in design & product development.

* Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges throughout a project lifecycle.

Design Engineering Manager Job Requirements

* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

* Significant experience in mechanical design, with previous experience in an engineering management role.

* Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks desirable / AutoCAD).

* Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes / Hands on fabrication and machining experience (preferred)

* Experience with mechanical analysis, including FEA and thermal analysis.

* Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

* Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.

* Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

* Be fully conversant in the use and understanding of General Arrangement Drawings, 3D Modelling software (Solidworks preferable), Detailed Design Drawings, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams, and Functional Specifications

* Strong attention to detail with demonstratable knowledge of high tolerance assemblies, limits and fits, machined parts, and interfaces.

Design Engineering Manager Salary & Benefits

* Salary dependent on experience but £60k-£65k

* Hours:

* 7.5 hours per day (Flexible starts and finishes)

* 1pm finish fridays

* Income protection & EAP (doctors app, mental health support & general wellbeing)

* 25 days plus BH (we do operate a Christmas shutdown that uses 3 of these days)

* 4% Employer & 4% employee - Legal & General

* Hybrid Working (WFH Wed & Fri) plus early finish Friday

* RAC cover

* Death in Service (x4)

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Lead Control Systems Engineer
Automation Experts Ltd
Stafford
In office
Senior
£45,000 - £55,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

A leading multidisciplinary design and build contractor in the UK with over a century of industry experience are currently on the lookout for an experienced Lead Controls Engineer to join a dynamic team and contribute to ongoing success in the Water, Power & Energy, Pharmaceutical, and Food and Beverage sectors. This company prides themselves on being at the forefront of value-added engineering. They have a strong track record of supporting blue-chip clients across various industries, with a cultivated culture that promotes personal development and ensures the safety of our employees.

Lead Control Systems Engineer£50-55k + Car Allowance
A key role delivering automation projects across the entire project lifecycle
Join a large team of controls & automation engineers across multiple UK locations
Staffordshire based role. Ref: 24058

Lead Control Systems Engineer - The Role:

  • You will take charge of complex control system projects, either independently or leading a team of 3-5 engineers
  • You will be involved in all stages of the project, from creating design documentation to developing control software, testing, commissioning and handover
  • If leading a team, you will manage the workload and progress of your team members, working closely with the Project Manager to meet contractual project milestones
  • You will review design documents and test the software developed by your team members

Lead Control Systems Engineer - The Person:

  • Strong knowledge of safe working practices
  • Good organisational and communication skills at all levels
  • A positive, approachable, willing and helpful attitude
  • PLC and HMI software development experience using at least two manufacturers devices from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider
  • Experience with multiple communication protocols and working with SCADA systems and VSDs
  • Knowledge and experience in virtual machines (VMWare)
  • Excellent IT skills including the use of Microsoft Word & Excel
  • Ability to act on own initiative
  • A full UK driving licence

If you have a proven track record in delivering control and automation projects to major UK clients in the Water, Industrial Automation or Process sectors, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

For further information call Sharon Hill

AE1

Spotlight
Tech Lead
easyJet
Luton
Hybrid
Leader
Private salary

As a Tech Lead in the Integrated Operations and Planning Mission, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future technology and software engineering for a critical part of our business. Our products power critical operational processes such as crew planning, flight scheduling, disruption management, and Network control — the beating heart of our airline. You’ll lead the technical vision, ensuring our solutions are robust, scalable, and future-proof, while guiding engineers to deliver high-quality code and modern architectures. Working closely with the Product Manager and Delivery Lead, you’ll be at the centre of decision-making, balancing business needs with technology choices to deliver real value to both our operations teams and our passengers. JOB PURPOSE • To provide technical leadership for the product team, ensuring solutions are designed and delivered to be scalable, secure, and fit for purpose. • To act as the technical authority as part of the collaboration between product, delivery, and engineering, ensuring alignment with objectives and architectural strategy. • To guide and mentor Engineers within the team, enabling best practices and sustainable engineering across the lifecycle of airline operations products. • To ensure technology choices and designs balance immediate delivery needs with long-term maintainability and cost-effectiveness, adding measurable value to easyJet’s operational resilience and efficiency. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES • Provide hands-on leadership to engineers, setting coding standards, reviewing technical designs, and ensuring best practice in security, performance, and integration. • Define and own the technical architecture for our products ( aligned to one of ; crew planning, disruption management, integrated control systems). • Partner with the Product Manager to translate business needs into technical designs, effort estimates, and roadmaps. • Work closely with Delivery Leads to align delivery timelines with technical feasibility, proactively identifying risks and dependencies. • Champion modern engineering practices (CI/CD, cloud-native, API-first, test automation) across the Integrated Planning and Operations Product Suite. • Collaborate with enterprise architects and technology governance forums to ensure compliance with easyJet’s wider IT strategy, security standards, and cost controls. • Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, explaining technical trade-offs in clear, outcome-focused language. • Mentor and coach engineers, developing technical capability within the team and creating a culture of continuous learning. • Lead root cause analysis and resolution of critical production issues, ensuring operational stability of systems that directly impact flights, crew, and passengers. Requirements of the Role: KEY SKILLS REQUIRED • Proven experience as a Technical Lead, or Principle Engineer in large-scale operational or mission-critical systems. • Strong background in software engineering, with expertise in at least one major development stack (e.g. Java, .NET, Python, Gourbi). • Experience designing and delivering cloud-native solutions (preferably AWS) with strong knowledge of API integration, event-driven architecture, and microservices. • Familiarity with airline or transport operations systems (crew, flight planning, disruption, scheduling) highly desirable. • Strong understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, observability). • Strong understanding of scrum and agile ways of working, and able to help the team way of working • Excellent problem-solving skills, able to assess trade-offs between time, cost, and technical debt. • Ability to influence at multiple levels — from engineers to business leaders — by explaining technical concepts in clear, business-relevant terms. • Experience mentoring and developing engineers, creating high-performing delivery teams. • Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).

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