Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer

Location: Isle of Wight – Cowes, Portsmouth Broad Oak or Chelmsford – Great Baddow – Hybrid pattern

Salary: Circa £87,200 DOE + bonus scheme

Come and put yourself into a dynamic Principal Systems Engineering role at the forefront of real world demands in the defence industry. Alongside ensuring operational excellence for our existing products, there will be the opportunity to develop next generation radar products to counter emerging threats and contribute to our strategy for new technology. Your new day-to-day will be exciting and diverse by applying the principles of Systems Engineering across the entire engineering development lifecycle as you join in developing radar systems used by those who serve and protect us.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role description:

You will develop innovative solutions to complex and emerging technical challenges within advanced radar systems, applying broad systems engineering expertise to guide design, resolve issues and ensure technical rigour. Your role includes performing detailed system analysis, managing design trade‑offs and leading the decomposition and governance of requirements using approved toolsets such as IBM DOORS Next.

Acting as a central technical authority, you will drive system‑level decision‑making, lead analytical activities and mentor team members while collaborating with multidisciplinary specialists to shape integrated design solutions. You will also direct system integration, oversee test planning and execution, and define acceptance strategies that clearly demonstrate system performance across diverse operational scenarios to stakeholders.

Core duties:

• Developing novel solutions to evolving technical challenges and emerging issues for complex Radar Systems that our customers and end-user communities are facing
• Applying a breadth of knowledge, skills and experience of Systems Engineering principles, techniques and governance to steer and develop technical solutions and resolve engineering issues
• Conducting system design analysis to manage trade-offs of system parameters to characterise and specify robust product design
• Leading the decomposition of requirements to system and sub-system level and manage these in an approved toolset such as IBM DOORS Next
• Be a technical focus point with a holistic understanding of the system solution, leading analysis activities and system design decisions and providing guidance to own team
• Collaborating with specialists across different engineering disciplines including electronics, electrical, mechanical, software and radar subject matter experts to direct and realise overarching system design solutions
• Directing and undertaking system integration, test planning and execution
• Defining and articulating system acceptance strategies and acceptance evidence demonstrating system performance across a wide range of operational scenarios to internal and external stakeholders

Essential skills:

• Experience of systems design, integration & test
• An understanding of Systems and Product lifecycles from concept through to delivery
• An understanding of a range of Engineering disciplines (Software, Mechanical, Electrical)
• An understanding of Radar Systems is desirable, although not essential if other complementary skills demonstrate a capacity to understand new technologies quickly and effectively
• Good inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate to all levels within the organisation and externally
• Experience of presenting both technical and non-technical information in a formal setting
• Degree (or equivalent) qualified in an engineering or science discipline

The Radar Systems Engineering team:

You will be working as a Principal Systems Engineer within our close-knit multi-function radar team of inter-disciplinary engineers, evolving our radar portfolio of existing and brand-new radar products to address emerging and future threats.

Join us and help shape the future of Radar technology!

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 10th April 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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AI Product Technology scale up hiring Tech Lead! Equity on offer, with amazing annual leave and the chance to future proof your career! MCS Group is partnering with a high-growth AI scale-up on a mission to build intelligent, scalable platforms powering next-gen products and agent-driven services.

They’re now looking for a Software Engineering Tech Lead to take ownership of a talented software engineering team and drive the development of high-performance APIs, microservices, and cloud-native systems.

This is a hands-on leadership role - ideal for someone who enjoys setting technical direction while still being close to the code.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and mentoring a team of backend engineers
• Designing and delivering scalable APIs and microservices
• Driving best practice across code quality, testing, and architecture
• Working closely with product and design to ship features at pace
• Owning cloud infrastructure across GCP and Kubernetes

What we’re looking for:

• Strong backend experience with Node.js and TypeScript
• Proven track record leading engineering teams
• Solid cloud and containerisation experience (GCP, Kubernetes, Docker)
• Experience building reliable, scalable distributed systems

Nice to have:

• Exposure to AI/ML or event-driven architectures
• Experience with Python or frontend technologies

Salary

• Up to £90,000 plus equity and amazing annual leave.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Chris Busby, Associate Director - IT Recruitment, at MCS Group

Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current and exclusive roles

All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Skills:
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Job Reference: 955

Job Title: Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £46,000 - £49,000 Per annum

Location: Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Job Type:Technical/Engineering

Working Hours: Monday Friday, 8am 5pm

Job Summary

Were looking for a passionate and dedicated Lead Electrical Engineer to join our clients team on a static site in Marlow. In this role, youll oversee electrical maintenance and ensure the smooth running of all building services on site.

If youre an experienced electrical engineer with strong leadership skills, wed love to hear from you. We are seeking a motivated and skilled Lead Electrical Engineer to support our clients on-site operations, taking responsibility for both hands-on and supervisory duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver engineering operations across a high-profile static site.
• Bring strong electrical expertise with a practical multi skilled approach.
• Maintain compliance, safety, and high engineering standards.
• Work proactively to ensure the site runs reliably and efficiently.
• Act as the key technical point of contact, fostering a positive client relationship (client remains confidential).

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Electrically biased with solid technical confidence
• Strong Communication skills
• 5 Years experience within a similar Lead/Supervisory role

Whats on Offer

• 22 Days annual leave
• Bundles of overtime available
• Enjoy a static site roleno travel between locations
• Supportive team culture and a brilliant working environment

If you live in and around the Marlow or the Buckinghamshire area this could be the role for you.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today and help us shape the future!

Cardiff
Up to £52,000 + Bonus

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a heavy industrial site in Cardiff. This is a hands role focused on maximising plant reliability, minimising downtime, and driving continuous improvement.

The Role

• Plan and manage electrical maintenance activities (PPM, shutdowns, breakdowns)
• Lead and develop a team of electrical engineers and technicians
• Deliver efficient, cost-effective maintenance and repair programmes
• Control maintenance budgets, estimates, and work progress
• Manage and audit contractors, ensuring compliance with PTW and site standards
• Support production by coordinating maintenance with operational teams
• Drive continuous improvement and implement engineering best practices
• Ensure compliance with H&S, SOPs, and risk assessments

The Person

• HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
• Strong PLC experience (Omron, ABB, Siemens S7)
• Knowledge of SCADA/HMI systems
• Experience with AC/DC motors, drives, inverters, and converters
• Proven team leadership within a heavy industrial environment
• Strong understanding of Permit to Work and contractor control
• Committed to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement

This is a great opportunity to step into a key role within a demanding, high value industrial environment where you can make a real impact. This role is working a Monday to Friday, 8 hour days shift pattern

Project Manager M&E (Healthcare Estate)
Location: Reading
Salary: Up to £55,000 + Package
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently supporting a large national facilities management provider with the appointment of a Project Manager to oversee M&E works across a live hospital estate in Reading.

This is a permanent opportunity, initially offered on a temporary basis for the first 3 months, providing both parties the opportunity to ensure the right long-term fit.

You will play a key role in delivering a range of mechanical and electrical projects across the estate, ensuring works are carried out safely, compliantly, and with minimal disruption to critical hospital operations.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing multiple M&E projects across a live healthcare environment, ranging from lifecycle replacements and upgrades through to minor works and reactive projects.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, technical understanding, and the ability to coordinate works in highly sensitive, operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end delivery of M&E projects across the estate
• Coordinating mechanical and electrical subcontractors and site teams
• Planning and managing works within a live hospital environment, including shutdowns and isolations
• Ensuring compliance with RAMS, permits to work, and CDM regulations
• Managing project programmes, budgets, and reporting requirements
• Acting as the key point of contact for the client and internal stakeholders
• Overseeing quality assurance, snagging, and handover processes
• Supporting commissioning activities and ensuring successful project completion

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering M&E projects within healthcare or live environments
• Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and safe systems of work
• SMSTS or equivalent
• Relevant technical qualifications (mechanical or electrical bias preferred)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Whats on Offer

• Salary up to £55,000 per annum
• Permanent opportunity with a leading national FM provider
• Initial 3-month temporary period with long-term progression
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of projects within a live healthcare estate
• Opportunity to work within a growing and stable contract environment

If this role is of interest, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Thisisagreatopportunityforadynamicprofessionalwhocandemonstratecradletograveexpertisetoworkforaserviceproviderwithanexcellentcustomerservicereputation. TheElectricalProjectsManagerwilljoinanestablishedGroupofCompanieswithastrongElectricalDivisionandassistwiththeirsalesgrowthbyidentifyingandprioritisingnewopportunitieswhilstmaintainingexistingkeycustomers. Therolewillinvolveavarietyofworkwithinboththecommercialandindustrialsectorsforarangeofcustomers.Youshouldbeabletodemonstratemanagementofexternalandinternalteamsincludingplanning,programming,andestimatingskills. Thisisademandingrole;therefore,thesuccessfulcandidatewillneedtobebright,energetic,hardworking,beself-motivated,dedicated,andabletotaketheinitiativeandworkautonomously. Keyresponsibilitieswouldinclude: Developstrongrelationshipswithkeycustomers. Managemultipleprojectsinatimelyandefficientmanner. Totaketheinitialenquiryfromthecustomer,producingaquotationfortheproject,liaisingwithotherteammembersanddepartmentswithinourgroup. Produceriskassessments/methodstatementsandmanageH&Sonprojects. Allocatetheworkloadaccordingly,meetingcustomerdeadlinesandmaintainingstandards,andqualityofworkmanshipatalltimes. Requirements: Thesuccessfulcandidatewillneedtohaveformalelectricalqualifications,possessfinancialawarenessandbudgetmanagement,deliverstrongcustomerserviceaswellasdemonstratinggooddelegation,negotiation,andproblem-solvingskills. ApassionandcommitmenttotheroleandtheworktheGroupundertakesisvital,withloyaltyandintegrityessentialcharacteristics. Careerprogressionandopportunitiesareavailabletoindividualsthatcandemonstrateenthusiasm,self-motivation,andthepersonalitytodrivethebusinessforward.

Job Title: I & C Design Engineer

Pay: Between £75,000 - £85,000 per annum

Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset

Job ID: 1795

About The Role:

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

Want to be a part of it?

What will you be doing?

The Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Designer/Engineer plays a key role in helping deliver safe, reliable systems within the turbine halls at Hinkley Point C.

Working closely with a wide range of engineering and construction teams, you’ll help shape detailed design packages, support installation, and keep the project aligned with UK nuclear safety standards.

Your work will guide the project from early design through commissioning and final handover.

You’ll develop and review I&C documents such as hook-up drawings, carry out technical assessments, and make sure every design meets regulatory and project requirements.

You’ll prepare material take-offs, equipment schedules, and procurement details, while keeping documentation accurate and up to date.

Day-to-day, you’ll collaborate with mechanical, electrical, civil, and control specialists, respond to technical queries, and support construction teams on site.

You’ll also work with suppliers and the client to ensure smooth integration and successful delivery of all I&C systems.

What you’ll bring:

• Strong background in I&C design within nuclear, power, or other regulated industries
• Knowledge of safety-related and field instrumentation
• Comfortable using tools such as AutoCAD, E3D/PDMS, or Aveva E&I
• Degree or HNC/HND in a relevant engineering discipline
• Professional membership (IET, InstMC) is a bonus
• Experience on nuclear-licensed sites is highly valued
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to nuclear safety
• Familiarity with EPCC lifecycles, configuration control, and nuclear QA processes

What’s in it for you?

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include;

• Company Pension Scheme
• Death in Service Benefit
• Opportunity to purchase additional holidays per year (up to 5 days for full time employees)
• My Rewards - offering discounts on high street and online shopping
• Employee assistance programme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

In addition, this role offers;

• Private health care for you
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Recommend a friend - get rewarded for introducing people to us!
• Overtime

About us

We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We’re one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs.

Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours.

• We’re responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet
• We’re open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations
• We’re together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts
• We’re ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life

Whether you’re a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development.

Chartered Structural Engineer (Faades)

Location: Leicestershire
Sector: Structural Engineering / Building Consultancy

We are seeking a talented and experienced Chartered Structural Engineer with a strong background in building faades to join a growing and dynamic engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile projects, delivering innovative faade and structural solutions across a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver structural engineering design on faade and building envelope projects
• Carry out structural analysis and calculations for faade systems (including glass, cladding, curtain walling, and support systems)
• Provide technical input across all project stages, from concept through to construction
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and specialist faade consultants
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and regulations (Eurocodes / British Standards)
• Review and approve drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Support junior engineers and contribute to team development
• Attend client meetings and act as a technical point of contact

About You

• Chartered Engineer (CEng), ideally with MIStructE or MICE
• Proven experience as a Structural Engineer within consultancy or specialist engineering environments
• Strong experience working with faade systems / building envelopes
• Solid understanding of structural materials including steel, concrete, aluminium, and glass
• Experience with structural analysis and design software (e.g. Tekla, Robot, ETABS, SAP2000)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage stakeholders
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially aware

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on complex or high-rise buildings
• Knowledge of faade-specific standards and testing requirements
• Temporary works or connection design experience
• Exposure to international projects

Why Join?

• Work on architecturally complex and high-profile developments
• Opportunity to specialise further in faade engineering
• Clear pathway for career progression
• Collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Applications

If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today, attaching a copy of your current CV.

Due to the vast number of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected.

Linsco is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered on their merits regardless of background, characteristics or personal circumstances. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.

JWB Recruitment are proud to be working alongside a growing M&E company to recruit an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer to join their expanding projects team.

The Job:

Were looking for an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer to join a growing projects team, working on a wide range of refurbishment installations across the UK.

Youll be involved in delivering high-quality AC installs within pubs, hospitals, retail environments, and commercial plant rooms, working alongside gas engineers, electricians, and other trades.

What Youll Be Doing

• Installing a range of AC systems across commercial refurbishment projects
• Working within plant rooms and live environments
• Collaborating with multi-discipline teams including gas engineers, electricians, and general trades
• Travelling to sites across the UK (all travel time paid)
• Delivering projects that typically last from a couple of days up to 8 weeks

What Were Looking For

• Proven experience as an AC installation engineer
• Strong understanding of commercial environments and refurbishment work
• Comfortable working away when required
• Willingness to work away from home
• Ability to work safely and professionally within plant rooms and busy sites
• Full UK driving licence
• Relevant AC qualifications (F-Gas etc.)

What Youll Get

• £40,000 £50,000 salary, depending on experience
• Paid travel time
• MondayFriday working pattern (40 hours per week)
• Consistent pipeline of varied, interesting projects
• Supportive team and long-term career stability

Location: Kent

Pay Rate: Up to £21.50 per hour DOE

Hours: Flexible working hours - choose between a 40 to 48 hour week

Overtime: 1.5x standard rate, 2x on Sundays

Standby: £150 standby allowance (1 week in 4)

Travel: Door-to-door travel paid at normal rate

Company Vehicle: Van provided with Allstar fuel card (business use only)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Refrigeration Engineer with supermarket refrigeration experience to join a well-established business, covering small retail sites around Kent.

This role offers a competitive hourly rate with strong earning potential through overtime, flexible hours to suit your lifestyle, and additional standby payments. You’ll be fully equipped with a company van and fuel card and supported by a structured standby rota.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in supermarket refrigeration (CO2 experience not required)
• Experience working on pack systems
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Willingness to participate in a 1-in-4 standby rota

If you’re a refrigeration engineer looking for a stable role with excellent earning potential, flexible hours, and local work around Kent, apply today to find out more.

Engineering

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

£46,000 - £52,000 + Company Bonus + Training + Progression + Full Technical Package + Company Vehicle

Evesham

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in power systems, generators, or electrical engineering projects, looking to join a long-established industry leader where you can lead high-profile projects, progress your career, and help grow a key division within a respected power generation company?

This company has been a cornerstone of the power generation industry for over 75 years providing international rental, sales, and service of generators and complete power systems. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a Divisional Project Manager to oversee the delivery of complex power projects and drive the next phase of expansion for this key area of the business.

In this role, you will manage power-related projects from initial bid through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will coordinate logistics, manage resources, oversee equipment procurement, and work closely with engineering teams and clients across the UK.

You will also take responsibility for divisional performance and growth, helping to expand the scale and complexity of projects undertaken while supporting the delivery of high-profile works.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Project Manager looking to work within a respected, family-run organisation while taking ownership of impactful projects across the power generation sector.

The Role

• Manage power generation and electrical projects from bid stage to completion
  * Coordinate logistics, materials, and engineering resources
  * Oversee installation, commissioning, and project delivery
  * Ensure projects meet time, budget, and quality requirements
  * Liaise with clients, engineers, and suppliers to ensure smooth delivery
  * Support the growth and development of the division

The Person

• Experience in Project Management within engineering, power, or energy sectors
  * Knowledge of generators, power systems, or electrical infrastructure is advantageous

If you’re looking to join a well-established power generation specialist offering excellent career progression, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to shape a growing division-apply now.

Keywords: Project Manager, Power Systems, Generators, Electrical Engineering, Energy, Project Delivery, Commissioning, Infrastructure, Engineering Projects.

Reference: BBBH 24255

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will depend on experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers available on our website.

Oxford

£70,000 - £90,000 + Travel Allowance + Package + Career Progression + Major Technical Projects

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a leading MEP contractor delivering complex, large-scale projects across the UK and Europe, including data centres, commercial shell & core and office fit-out schemes.
You will play a key role in delivering a flagship project, managing the MEP package from construction through to commissioning within a high-value, mission-critical environment.

You will be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of MEP works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong pipeline of technically challenging projects and clear progression into senior management.

The Role As A Project Manager Will Include

* Managing mechanical and electrical packages across large-scale projects
* Supporting programme, cost control, risk management and reporting
* Coordinating with design, commercial and commissioning teams
* Managing subcontractors and supply chain performance
* Ensuring quality, safety and compliance across all MEP works
* Supporting testing, commissioning and project handover phases

The Successful Project Manager Will Have

* Proven experience delivering MEP packages on construction projects
* Background within data centres, shell & core or commercial fit-out environments
* Experience managing subcontractors and site teams
* Good understanding of building services and commissioning processes
* Previous experience working for an MEP contractor
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

For more information please call Lily on 07458163045

Keywords: Project Manager, MEP Project Manager, Mechanical Project Manager, Electrical Project Manager, Building Services Manager, M&E Project Manager, Construction Project Manager, Mechanical & Electrical, M&E, MEP, Building Services Engineering, HV Systems, LV Systems, UPS Systems, Generators, Chillers, HVAC, Cooling Systems, BMS, Building Management Systems, Data Centre Infrastructure, Critical Systems, Mission Critical, Commissioning, Handover, Testing & Commissioning, T&C, Plant Rooms, Data Centres, Mission Critical, Shell & Core, Commercial Construction, Office Fit-Out, CAT A, CAT B, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Advanced Manufacturing, Clean Rooms, Logistics, Industrial

Do you have solid, practical HR experience and sound knowledge of UK employment law? Are you confident advising managers, handling employee relations issues, and working in a values led, unionised environment? You could be the person we are looking for to join the Musicians' Union as our HR Manager. The Musicians' Union (MU) is the UK trade union for musicians and represents over 36,500 musicians across the UK working in all sectors of the music business. We are also committed to being a fair, inclusive and progressive employer for our own staff. We are now recruiting a new role of part time HR Manager (0.6 FTE) to lead and deliver high quality HR support for our staff team of 60+ employees. This is a senior, hands-on role, combining operational HR delivery with strategic input. You will act as the MU's lead internal HR professional, providing trusted advice to staff and managers, overseeing employee relations, recruitment and HR policies. You will help foster a positive organisational culture that values staff wellbeing, helping to implement progressive equality, diversity and inclusion approaches to HR in consultation with Head of ED&I. You will work closely with the Assistant General Secretary (who holds overall responsibility for HR), as well as with colleagues across the organisation, and you will engage constructively with recognised staff trade union representatives. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organisational judgement, and the ability to prioritise a varied workload within a part time role. Experience of working in a trade union, membership organisation or third sector environment is desirable but not essential. This post is offered on a part time (4.5 hours per day, 5 days per week), permanent basis and can be carried out anywhere in the UK with hybrid working predominantly from home and linked to your nearest MU Office . Occasional travel to any MU office where related to managerial or HR matters may be required. We are offering a basic salary of £39,105 per annum, calculated pro rata from a fulltime equivalent (FTE) salary of £65,175 with the addition or pro-rated Regional Weighting (£2,073) or London Weighting (£4,146) depending on location. The MU also offers excellent staff benefits including a contribution towards a personal pension, flexible working and access to ongoing training and development. The annual leave entitlement for this post is 30 days, pro rata, excluding public holidays. For an application form and full job description, please visit our website via the button below Closing date for applications is Thursday 23 April 2026 at 12:00 (midday). Interviews will be held in-person in Mid-May (exact dates and location to be confirmed). If you require this application in a different format or reasonable adjustments to be made to the recruitment process, please contact to discuss how we can accommodate your needs. Please note: Applications are only accepted using our Application Form - we do not accept CVs / Resumes. The MU's mission is to create an equitable music industry where all musicians can thrive. We're committed to doing the same with our workplaces. As our membership becomes more diverse, we're working to make sure our teams reflect our members. At the MU we welcome people with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. You'll be encouraged to be your authentic self and you'll have the freedom to develop professionally and personally in a supportive and empowering workplace. Actions speak louder than words so to further our culture of inclusion, we invest in several ED&I initiatives. You can find out more about our ED&I work here . We encourage people from all sections of our community to apply for roles with us. We particularly welcome applicants from the Global Majority and Disabled applicants as these communities are currently under-represented in our workforce. The MU are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for this role. You can find more information in the advice for applicants' section here.

Lead Power Electronics Engineer
Eastbourne, East Sussex
Salary up to £65,000 + Bonus up to 7.5%

KO2’s client, a well-established and financially stable engineering organisation, is looking to recruit a Lead Power Electronics Engineer to join their engineering team in Eastbourne. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced electronics engineer to take a technical leadership role in the design and development of advanced electronic systems.

Due to the hands-on nature of the hardware development and testing, this role is fully onsite in Eastbourne and offers the chance to work closely with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, product management, and operations.

As a Lead Power Electronics Engineer, you will play a key role in driving the design, development, and delivery of innovative electronic solutions across multiple product lines. Acting as a senior technical authority within the team, you will guide engineering decisions, ensure best practices in electronics design, and support the successful transition of products from concept through to production.
You will work closely with engineers across multiple disciplines, mentor colleagues, and contribute to the delivery of high-performance, reliable electronic systems that meet both business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of advanced electronic systems, ensuring high standards of performance, reliability, and manufacturability
• Maintain awareness of product roadmaps and technology developments, identifying opportunities for innovation and future product improvements
• Integrate advanced electronic techniques and design approaches to enhance product capability and competitiveness
• Ensure a holistic approach to product development, balancing design optimisation with manufacturability, quality, and reliability
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering team members, promoting best practices and guiding projects to successful completion
• Lead the resolution of complex technical challenges, using structured problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques
• Collaborate with product management and cross-functional teams to define and deliver new product capabilities within project timelines
• Work closely with external suppliers and technical specialists to incorporate new technologies and strengthen the team’s knowledge base

Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline
• Strong experience in electronic circuit design, including both analogue and digital systems
• Significant experience working in global, multi-disciplinary engineering environments
• Expertise in analogue electronics design, including areas such as low-noise amplifiers and RF amplifier design
• Strong understanding of high-speed digital design principles
• Experience designing high voltage electronic circuits and instrumentation
• Experience working with microcontroller-based systems (e.g., ARM, DSP architectures)
• Knowledge of high-speed communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet, RS485, RS232, CANopen, and fieldbus technologies
• Experience using schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Altium or OrCAD
• Experience working within regulated or compliance-driven industries or high-reliability environments (e.g., aerospace, medical, industrial systems)
• Understanding of product safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards such as EN 61010
• Strong understanding of product development processes and the ability to recommend improvements

Desirable Experience

• Membership of a professional body such as the IET, or working toward Chartered Engineer status
• Experience using engineering or product lifecycle tools such as SAP or Silicon Expert
• Experience working within Agile (SCRUM) and Waterfall project management frameworks
• Experience working closely with suppliers and external technology partners

Why Join KO2’s Client?

• Salary up to £65,000 plus bonus up to 7.5%
• Work within a stable and globally established engineering organisation
• Opportunity to take a technical leadership role in complex electronics development
• Work alongside highly skilled multidisciplinary engineering teams

Job Title: Data Architect (Contract)Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week)Rate: £630 per day (Inside IR35)

We are supporting a leading aviation business undergoing a major data platform transformation and are looking for an experienced Data Architect to play a key role in delivering this programme.

Role Overview

This is a hands-on Data Architect role focused on leading the migration of a legacy Oracle estate into AWS and Snowflake. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of engineers while driving the design and implementation of a scalable, modern cloud data platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end architecture and delivery of an Oracle to AWS/Snowflake migration
• Oversee and guide a team of data engineers, ensuring best practices and high-quality delivery
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performing data models and pipelines
• Re-engineer legacy Oracle data structures into modern cloud-native architectures
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and align technical solutions to business needs
• Ensure strong data governance, quality, and performance across the platform

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Data Architect on large-scale cloud migration programmes
• Strong experience migrating Oracle systems to AWS and Snowflake
• Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams
• Strong background in data modelling, architecture design, and cloud data platforms
• Experience working with HR data (key requirement)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Principal Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Engineer

Are you ready to take the lead on some of the most challenging and rewarding engineering projects in the nuclear sector? I am looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to champion the delivery of complex machine design and build projects, guiding them from concept through to manufacture, testing and successful client handover.

In this pivotal role, you’ll head up multi-disciplinary teams, manage the electrical engineering scope of major projects, and ensure designs meet the highest standards of safety, compliance and innovation. Working closely with internal engineering specialists, project teams, and a network of trusted subcontractors, you’ll play a major part in delivering solutions that matter.

Benefits:

• Salary £55-70k depending on experience
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private Healthcare
• Pension

The Role

• Leading the electrical and EC&I elements of major engineering projects.
• Ensuring outsourced EC&I work meets specification
• Collaborating with design engineers to develop solutions that integrate seamlessly
• Reviewing drawings, documentation and design outputs from subcontractors and internal teams.
• Supporting factory acceptance testing and contributing to project sign-off.
• Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors
• Providing technical input for tenders.
• Supporting the development of future engineering talent through internship and apprenticeship programmes.

You:

• Strong electrical engineering background with experience delivering multi-discipline engineering projects.
• Confidence leading technical scope and reviewing electrical/EC&I designs.
• A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a regulated, fast-paced engineering environment.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas when required.

WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Mission Systems Engineer

Location: Warton – onsite

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: £51,772+ depending on experience

Job Description:

We are looking for a Vehicle Management Systems Engineer to join the Systems Delivery Team within FalconWorks, contributing to the next generation of Mission and Vehicle Management Systems for a diverse portfolio of platforms. In this role, you will work as part of a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering team to develop, integrate, test, and deliver novel Mission Systems concepts for crewed and uncrewed applications. You will help define architectures, refine platform concepts of operations into system requirements, and integrate Vehicle Management Systems with onboard and ground systems. The role involves managing a small team of engineers, coordinating virtual stakeholders, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring tasks are delivered to time, cost, and quality targets. Frequent collaboration with internal specialists, including AI & Autonomy, Human Factors, Software, Modelling & Simulation, and Test & Evaluation, as well as external partners, is a key part of the role. This is a highly innovative position, requiring self-motivation, planning and coordination skills, and the ability to operate beyond the current state-of-the-art to establish routes from low Technology Readiness Level concepts to assured delivery of coherent Vehicle Management System capabilities.

Core duties:

• Develop and deliver Vehicle Management System (VMS) architectures and designs, integrating low Technology Readiness Level concepts into coherent, flight-ready capabilities.
• Work collaboratively within a small engineering team and lead a wider virtual stakeholder group to expand the VMS engineering capability across FalconWorks®.
• Ensure all tasks are delivered to time, cost, and quality requirements, adhering to Systems Delivery monitoring and engineering governance processes.
• Refine platform concepts of operations into VMS requirements, interface strategies, and control system designs, including integration with onboard systems and ground control.
• Manage internal and external suppliers, providing technical oversight during procurement, contract management, and system testing activities, including test rigs and flight trials.
• Support system safety, qualification, and assurance activities, including Fault Tree Analysis, clearance documentation, and oversight of compliance with engineering standards.

Essential Skills:

• Experience with safety-critical airborne control systems, including flight control and vehicle sub-system control, and the ability to build, set-to-work, and fault-find within these systems.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles across the full lifecycle, including requirements development, management, and integration with platform systems.
• Knowledge of interfacing and control techniques in both digital and analogue domains, with an appreciation of physical, functional, and performance challenges of airborne systems.
• Experience analysing test data, developing test plans, and supporting system qualification to ensure compliance and performance.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work autonomously, build relationships, provide guidance, and deliver innovative, methodical solutions.

The FalconWorks Systems Delivery Team:

You’ll be joining the FalconWorks Systems Delivery Team, a dynamic, multi-disciplinary engineering group focused on shaping and delivering the next generation of Mission and Vehicle Management Systems. Working in a highly collaborative environment, the team brings together experienced Mission Systems and Vehicle Management Systems engineers to develop innovative capabilities across a diverse portfolio of platforms. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge technologies in a non-traditional development environment and provides opportunities for long-term career growth, including progression into specialist technical roles or higher-level technology leadership positions such as Licensed Technologist and Lead Technologist.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 13th April 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Job Description

Were recruiting a hands-on Senior Maintenance Engineer / Manager (Electrical) to lead and improve site maintenance at a well-established manufacturing business in Leeds!

This role isideal for a hands-on maintenance leader who thrives both on the tools and in team management. You will oversee all maintenance activities across the site, ensuring machinery reliability, managing preventative maintenance schedules, and maintaining high safety and operational standards.

This is a Full-Time, Permanent role offering long-term stability, strong earning potential, and the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving site operations.

What youll be doing

• Lead and support the site maintenance team, allocating daily tasks and monitoring performance
• Carry out hands-on maintenance and fault finding across manufacturing machinery and site equipment
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programmes to ensure machinery reliability
• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency
• Manage external contractors and ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with site procedures
• Ensure LOLER inspections, electrical systems, and site equipment remain compliant and well maintained
• Maintain maintenance records, spare parts inventory, and support continuous improvement across the site

Hours

Flexible day shifts, Monday-Friday either 6am3pm or 7am4pm

Pay

£50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Attendance bonuses (up to £1000)

Skills/Experience Required

Essential

• 18th Edition Electrical qualification
• Proven experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role
• Strong hands-on maintenance experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Electrical and mechanical fault-finding experience
• Ability to manage maintenance planning and preventative maintenance programmes
• Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Experience managing subcontractors and external service providers
• Knowledge of LOLER regulations and lifting equipment maintenance
• Mechanical engineering qualifications

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Attendance bonus up to £1,000
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Free on-site parking
• Day shifts with consistent hours
• Stable, long-term role within a well-established manufacturing business
• Opportunity to lead and shape the site maintenance function

Essential

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK (sponsorship not provided).

Must be commutable to Leeds.

What to do next

If youre interested in this role, please apply and we will be in touch!

Modus Personnel are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client.

Senior Systems Engineer (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Denham

Martin-Baker is the world s leading manufacturer of ejection and crashworthy seats, saving over 7,805 lives to date. We combine cutting-edge engineering with a clear mission: protecting aircrew around the world.

We are now recruiting a Senior Systems Engineer (12 month Fixed Term contract) to join our established Systems Engineering team at our Denham site.

The Role:

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead complex analytical engineering activities across the full product lifecycle from concept and development through to production and verification. You will be responsible for maintaining system requirements, conducting in-depth analyses, supporting system verification, and producing highly technical documentation required for internal, customer, and contractual purposes.

You will also play a key role in mentoring Systems Engineers, helping maximise team capability, quality, and productivity while supporting continuous professional development.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge aerospace systems engineering within a highly specialised and safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct system requirements analysis and generate specifications
• Prepare highly complex technical documentation for internal, customer, and contract use
• Perform feasibility studies and trade-off analyses to support new and existing programmes
• Carry out physiological load assessments as required
• Conduct simulations, analyses, and test matching using appropriate software tools
• Develop new simulation models and innovative analysis techniques
• Design and develop software, including safety-critical applications
• Support system verification activities across the product lifecycle
• Coach, mentor, and support other Systems Engineers, including new hires
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels within the organisation and with customers
• Participate in IPT meetings, design reviews, and technical presentations
• Travel within the UK and overseas as required

About You

We are looking for highly capable, analytical, and motivated engineers with a passion for complex systems and safety-critical aerospace products.

Essential:

• Degree (2:1 or above) in engineering, science, or a related discipline
• Extensive experience in aerospace or similar systems engineering environments
• Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary engineering principles and practices
• Proven experience producing complex technical documentation
• Understanding of software development and systems modelling
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including senior stakeholder engagement
• Innovative problem-solving ability underpinned by strong analytical skills
• Highly IT literate
• Ability to mentor and support junior engineers

Desirable:

Understanding of UML and/or SysML

Experience developing simulation models

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Benefits:

• 9% non-contributory pension (18+)
• Midday finish on Fridays
• 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
• Personalised training & development plan
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Cycle to Work & nursery benefits
• Discounts via the Martin-Baker+ platform

Your Interview Journey:

Initial Telephone Interview: A detailed discussion with your Recruitment Business Partner
First Stage Interview (Microsoft Teams): Structured interview with the Hiring Manager
Final Stage Interview: Face-to-face technical and competency interview

Why Join Us?

At Martin-Baker, your work directly contributes to saving lives. You ll be part of a collaborative, innovative engineering environment working on safety-critical aerospace systems with real opportunities to develop and progress.

This role is subject to UK Government security clearance. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK and be currently residing in the UK.

Head of Engineering

Location: South Of England

Salary: £85k £95k (based on experience) plus Benefits
Reports to: CTO

Company Overview:

Our client is a scale-up SaaS technology company that provides services in the Telecoms, ISP, and MSP sectors. They are making significant ground in their growth strategy and are seeking to hire a Head of Engineering to help them achieve their goals.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to lead and take full ownership of engineering delivery, team performance, and operational excellence across our client s software development organisation.

Reporting to the CTO, this is a high-impact leadership role that sits at the intersection of technical credibility and engineering management. You will be responsible for building a high-performing engineering function, establishing clear accountability, and ensuring the organisation delivers software in a structured, predictable, and scalable way.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and take accountability for the performance of the engineering function, fostering a high-performing, professional, and delivery-focused culture.
• Set clear expectations around ownership, accountability, and engineering standards across all teams
• Coach, mentor, and develop engineers, raising the overall capability and consistency of the function including performance management, addressing underperformance where required and recognising strong contribution
• Own the delivery of the engineering roadmap, ensuring work is delivered predictably, on time, and to a high standard including overseeing sprint planning, backlog management, and development workflows to ensure consistent execution
• Monitor delivery performance (velocity, cycle time, bottlenecks) and take action to improve outcomes
• Define and implement consistent engineering processes across teams, including:
  • Agile delivery (Scrum / Kanban)
  • Code review practices
  • Testing frameworks and QA processes
  • Release management and deployment
  • CI/CD workflows
• Set and enforce clear standards for code quality, documentation, and maintainability
• Although this role is not hands-on coding, strong technical credibility is essential. So, an earlier career as a software engineer, with experience building modern web applications (Node.js, TypeScript, Vue.js or similar).
• Comfortable engaging on technical design, reviewing architecture, and supporting complex challenges across AWS, Docker, and event-driven or serverless systems.
• The Head of Engineering directly leads two Development squads and one QA squad, with accountability for delivery, quality, and performance across the engineering function.
• Work closely with the CTO to align engineering execution with technical strategy and partner with Product to ensure roadmap priorities are delivered effectively
• Coordinate with DevOps and Support to ensure smooth deployment, platform reliability, and strong operational feedback loops

Success Measures (6 12 Months)

• A well-structured and accountable engineering function with clear ownership at all levels
• Consistent and predictable delivery of roadmap commitments
• Improved engineering performance, velocity, and delivery confidence
• Strong and consistent engineering standards across teams
• Reduced reliance on the CTO for day-to-day delivery oversight
• A motivated, engaged, and high-performing engineering tea

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience leading engineering or development teams in a SaaS or software environment
• Experience managing multiple teams or squads
• Demonstrated ability to improve delivery, processes, and team performance
• Experience working closely with Product in an agile environment
• Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to bring structure to complex environments
• A leadership style that sets clear expectations, drives accountability, and improves performance

Personal Attributes

You should be highly organised and operationally disciplined as well as having a demonstrable leadership presence with the ability to build trust and credibility quickly. We need a leader that is pragmatic, delivery-focused, and results-oriented. You should be experienced and comfortable setting and enforcing high standards and able to operate effectively in a fast-moving, evolving SaaS environment

Ashley Kate are delighted to be supporting a fantastic business as they look to recruit a Permanent Director of People and Culture.

Director of People and Culture

Package circa 100k

Permanent and Full time

North West based - travel across NW required

As the Director of People, you will be the expert voice on everything HR related across the business, demonstrating strong leadership and partnering closely with senior leaders.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Responsible for refreshing and delivering on the People and Culture strategy.
• Ensure the day to day delivery of People activities is customer focused and supporting high quality delivery.
• Ensure effective monitoring and reporting across the People agenda.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports.
• Work closely with all key stakeholders to shape the development of a high-performing People support service.
• Support the organisation to meet and deliver its growth and development agenda.
• Oversee in house monthly payroll.
• Responsible for setting a clear direction contributing to the Annual Business Plan and associated budget.

We are looking for:

• Proven background as a HR Director, leading on People strategy design and delivery.
• Strong record of leadership within a senior level role.
• Excellent experience thinking strategically and delivering high performance.
• Experience of creating and implementing strategic recruitment initiatives.
• Knowledge or experience overseeing complex inhouse payroll.
• Background with delivering significant people transformation projects.
• CIPD Level 7 qualified.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a brilliant business. Interested? Get in touch!

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