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Refrigeration Engineer
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Belfast
In office
Junior - Mid
£50,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Refrigeration Engineer (Field based)

Belfast

£44,000 - £50,000 + Overtime + Company Van + Fuel Card + Training

Are you a Refrigeration Engineer or similar looking for an amazing opportunity to join a fast growing and ambitious company that invests heavily into the training and upskill of their Engineers?

Do you want to join a fast-growing company that invests in their Engineers to ensure they have a long successful career within their company?

On offer is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company that offers extensive training and career development for the right person, including being put through full gas training.

In this role you will servicing, repairing and installing refrigeration units across Northern Ireland. There are great and clear avenues set out for both career development and progression as well as upskilling, perfect for an ambitious Engineer looking to take the next leap forward in their career.

This role would suit a Refrigeration Engineer or similar looking for a Field-Based role in Northern Ireland, the ideal candidate would be keen and wanting to develop their skills and career.

The Role:

  • Installation and maintenance of Commercial Refrigeration units
  • Field-Bases role
  • Occasional overtime and call out rota 1:6

The Person:

  • Refrigeration Engineer or similar
  • Looking for a field-based role
  • Keen to upskill and develop their career

Reference number: BBBH24171

Key words: Refrigeration, Refrigeration Engineer, Engineer, White Goods, Belfast, Ireland, Northern Ireland, field-based

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your 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 which can be found at our website.

Field Service Engineer (LOLER / Medical Hoists)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Multiple locations
In office
Junior - Mid
£35,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£32,000 - £35,000 (OTE £40K+) + Quarterly Bonus + Pension + Healthcare + Training + Progression + Overtime + Company Van + Company Benefits + 23 Days Holiday

Luton / Watford

Are you a Field Service Engineer or similar with experience working with medical lifting equipment?

Are you looking to work for a company offering door-to-door pay, plenty of training and the opportunity to progress into a senior role?

On offer is the opportunity to join a company that specialises in installing, servicing and maintaining healthcare equipment in hospitals, schools and care homes. Since they were established in 1998, they have seen significant organic growth and are looking to increase the size of their engineering team.

In this role, you will be working as part of a team and independently, covering a local patch, visiting customer sites, and carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance. You will receive further training from senior engineers through shadowing and external courses to develop your skills. You will receive a company vehicle and will work from 8 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.

This role would suit a Field Service Engineer looking to make the step into the medical industry with further training, the opportunity to progress and excellent overtime rates.

The Role:

  • Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance of healthcare and lifting equipment
  • Conducting LOLER inspections
  • Working as part of a team and independently
  • Further training from Senior Engineers
  • Covering a local patch
  • Monday to Friday, 8:00 - 16:30
  • Door-to-door pay

The Person:

  • Driving licence
  • Experience working with medical lifting equipment, such as hoists

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Reference Number: BBBH24210

Keywords: Field, Service, Engineer, Electronics, Electrical, Medical, Medical Devices, Maintenance, Servicing, Installing, Lifting Equipment

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 be dependent on the extent of your 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 which can be found at our website.

Senior Suspension Design Engineer
Matchtech Mobility
Shoreham-by-Sea
In office
Senior
£40/hour - £50/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Contractor - Senior Design Engineer (Vehicle & Suspension)

Location: Shoreham

Role Summary

This contract role is for an experienced Senior Design Engineer specialising in vehicle suspension and subframe systems. You will be responsible for taking mechanical designs from concept through to production, working closely with a Chief Designer and contributing as a key member of the mechanical design team.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

  • Lead mechanical design activities across concept, definitive, and detailed design phases.
  • Produce detailed 3D models, basic stress calculations, FMEAs, tolerance stacks, and 2D drawings.
  • Develop system and component specifications to meet design requirements.
  • Create detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials.
  • Ensure correct fit, function, and interaction of components and systems.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date layout and design documentation.
  • Develop component or system design plans and deliver work to agreed timelines.

Collaboration & Delivery

  • Work closely with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture and assembly.
  • Communicate progress to project management, the Chief Designer, and engineering leadership.
  • Produce technical reports, documentation, and presentation material as required.
  • Highlight engineering risks and propose solutions.
  • Present designs at review meetings and, when required, produce review minutes.
  • Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely information flow.
  • Engage directly with customers where required.
  • Ensure all design files and documents are properly maintained and stored.

Continuous Improvement

  • Stay informed on the latest manufacturing methods, drawing standards, design tools, and technology trends.
  • Support the development and improvement of design processes and best practices.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Strong experience as a Design Engineer.
  • Knowledge and expertise in:
    • Suspension systems
    • Subframe design
    • Steering and suspension components
  • Experience in automotive, off-highway, commercial vehicle, or similar sectors (preferred).
  • Proficient user of CATIA.
  • Experience with PLM systems (Windchill preferred).
  • Strong understanding of technical drawings with solid GD&T competency.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple design tasks effectively.
  • Proactive, confident, and able to lead in challenging situations.
  • Strong communication skills with internal teams, clients, and suppliers.

Additional Requirements

  • Fluent in English (written and verbal).
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Strong problem-solving ability.
  • Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Strong team player.
Field Service Engineer ( Commercial Catering)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£30,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Field Service Engineer (Commercial Catering)

Manchester

£32k + Training + Pension + Van + Fuel Card + Overtime

Are you a field service Engineer with a background in Commercial catering or similar looking to join a company that invests and upskills their Engineers?

Do you want to join a fast growing and leading company in the Commercial Catering sector that invests in their Engineers and provides extensive training and has clear paths to progression?

On offer is the opportunity to join an industry leading company that extensively trains and upskills their engineers and set them up for a long career within the industry.

In the role you will be servicing, repairing and installing commercial catering equipment, you will be extensively trained on their products and develop your skills significantly.

The role would suit a Field service Engineer or similar who has a background in Commercial catering or similar who is looking to upskill and develop their career.

The Role

  • Servicing, repairing, diagnosing and installing Commercial catering equipment.
  • Extensive training
  • A clear path for progression

The Person

  • Field Service Engineer or similar
  • Commercial Catering background or similar

Reference Number:

Keywords: Commercial Catering, Commercial, Catering, Whitegoods, Engineering, Field service, Service, repair, Manchester, Chester

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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 which can be found at our website.

Product Designer (Inventor/Sheet Metal)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Bournemouth
In office
Junior - Mid
£50,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Bournemouth, Dorset
£40,000 - £50,000 + Training + Company Benefits + Days Based + Overtime + Progression
This market leading manufacturer provide a diverse range of ventilation solutions products for a broad and growing client base across the UK including Educational, Commercial and Industrial Sectors. They have seen continual growth since their establishment and are looking to grow their UK design team to assist with ongoing growth across new sectors.

This varied role will see you working on a range of ventilation projects from conception through to delivery. You will be responsible for developing, testing and refining HVAC products, managing orders and productions of fans and interpreting customer requirements. You will work within the tight-knit team of 2 other product designers in addition to liaising with admin, manufacturing and other departments.

This dynamic role would suit a Product Designer or similar who is proficient in Inventor and has Sheet Metal experience looking to work on a specialist product range for a broad client base within a UK leading company who offer progression.

The Role:

  • Assist with new product development for a broad range of Ventilation products
  • Develop, testing and refining prototype samples
  • Support specification, manufacturing and other departments
  • Be part of a tight-knit team of 3
  • Producing flat pattern developments ready for punching and folding on the shop floor

The Person:

  • Product Designer or similar
  • Proficient in Inventor
  • Commutable to Bournemouth
  • Sheet Metal experience

Product, Designer, Engineering, Inventor, 2D, 3D, CAD, Technical, M&E, Ventilation, HVAC, Design, Commission, Sheet Metal, Account Manager, Project, South, Bournemouth

Reference Number: BBBH24179

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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 be dependent on the extent of your 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 which can be found at our website.

Product Design Engineer
HAYS
Aughnacloy
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Your new company
Hays Engineering is working with a young but fast growing decorative lighting manufacturing company that is expanding rapidly into International markets. As part of ongoing development plans the company now wishes to appoint a Product Design Engineer to join their Design team.
The company is seeking a talented and creative Product Designer Engineer to join their team at a leading lighting manufacturing company.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing innovative, functional, and aesthetically pleasing lighting solutions that meet the needs of our customers while adhering to manufacturing constraints and sustainability standards.

Your new role

  • Design innovative lighting products (indoor, outdoor, residential, and commercial) that align with brand identity and market trends.
  • Create detailed design specifications, sketches, 3D models, and prototypes using SolidWorks software.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet technical requirements.
  • Conduct user research to understand customer needs and design products that address those needs effectively.
  • Integrate sustainable practices and materials into the design process, ensuring environmental impact is minimised.
  • Work closely with the marketing team to create compelling product presentations and visuals for promotional materials.
  • Maintain an understanding of lighting trends, materials, technologies, and innovations in the industry.
  • Participate in the testing and evaluation of prototypes, ensuring product functionality and performance standards are met.
  • Ensure that designs comply with safety standards and industry regulations.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to source materials and components that meet design and budgetary constraints.
  • Continuously improve the design process and work on optimising efficiency.

What you’ll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field.
  • Experience in product design, ideally in the lighting industry or a related field.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks.
  • Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and sustainability principles in product design.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present ideas effectively.
  • Ability to manage multiple design projects and deadlines.

What you’ll get in return

  • Bike to work scheme
  • Competitive salary
  • Company events
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist 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 which can be found at hays.co.uk

ITC Metrology Engineer
Morson Edge
Yeovil
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Location: Yeovil, Somerset, South West England

Job Type: Contract, Full-Time Hours

Primary Industry: Aerospace and Aviation

Secondary Industry: Military and Defence

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB PURPOSE
To provide an Mechanical Metrology Calibration, validation, inspection and testing service supporting Transmission

KEY JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Calibration of Mechanical test and measuring equipment, selecting the appropriate test standards considering accuracies required. Calibration of equipment across all ranges and functions and including the calibration of pressure indicating instruments and testing and verification of crimping tools. Tasks conducted within the laboratory and across site.
· o review and assess the technical specifications of Mechanical test equipment to assist supervision in transmission.

· To support the offload of test & measuring equipment to suppliers for calibration, including dispatching & receipting.

· To review and assess the technical specifications of Mechanical test equipment to assist with supplier calibration.

· Carrying out the BER & NCS processes for Mechanical test & measuring equipment returning from supplier calibration.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Educated to HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering and to hold a recognised engineering apprenticeship.
  • 3 years minimum experience in Mechanical Engineering working to a high tolerance
  • To have knowledge of computer data systems, word processing and keyboard skills.
  • Experience and knowledge of a calibration / inspection environment in Mechanical disciplines.
  • Self-motivated and able to work on their own and also as part of an integrated team.
  • A high level of interpersonal skills to enable good communication with internal and external Customers at all levels

Please apply or get in contact on 01935403203 /

Principal Digital Electronics Engineer
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior
£84/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

12 months

£84.55 per hour (inside IR35)

Hybrid working

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Principal Digital Electronics Engineer to help deliver advanced electronic solutions across some of the most complex and high-profile defence and security programmes in the UK.

This is a technical leadership role where you will shape digital hardware architectures, influence system-level design decisions, and mentor engineers across the full product lifecycle - from concept through to production and in-service support.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead the architecture, design and development of complex digital electronic systems
  • Define and review FPGA, SoC, and high-speed digital designs
  • Oversee requirements capture, design documentation, and verification strategies
  • Provide technical authority and governance across multiple projects
  • Support system integration, validation, and qualification activities
  • Collaborate with systems, software, firmware, mechanical and safety teams
  • Engage with customers and suppliers at a technical level
  • Mentor and develop senior and junior engineers
  • Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and standards

Your Skills & Experience

Essential:

  • Extensive experience in digital electronics design
  • Strong background in FPGA/ASIC development (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog)
  • Experience with high-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, SERDES)
  • Proven ability to lead technical teams or large work packages
  • Experience with requirements management and verification methodologies
  • Understanding of signal integrity, timing analysis, and hardware debugging
  • Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronic Engineering or related discipline

Desirable:

  • Experience in safety-critical or regulated industries
  • Knowledge of secure or resilient system design
  • Familiarity with DOORS, MATLAB, or similar tools
  • Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)
Electronics Engineer
KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Stroud
In office
Mid - Senior
£70,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Electronic Engineer

Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire

Salary: Up to £70,000

KO2’s client, an emerging leader in advanced sensing and exploration technologies, is seeking an ambitious Electronic Engineer to help drive hardware development and build a world-class internal design function.

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-moving, cutting-edge start-up where you will have genuine ownership across full product lifecycles, contributing to next-generation space and aerospace solutions.

The Role

As an Electronic Engineer, you will lead end-to-end electronic product development - from early requirements definition through design, validation and production handover. Working within a highly collaborative environment, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping both the technology and the team.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead full electronic product design lifecycle
  • Design and develop PCBs, low-energy architectures and RF/antenna systems (LoRa, long-range low-power)
  • Develop MCU firmware, particularly for Nordic nRF52 or similar low-power platforms
  • Implement Edge ML solutions (CNNs) for audio and image processing
  • Integrate long-range communication systems
  • Design advanced power-harvesting solutions, including photovoltaics and MPPT circuits
  • Collaborate closely with manufacturing partners to ensure design-for-manufacture (DFM) excellence

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong experience in PCB design, and low-power electronic devices
  • Proven MCU firmware development experience (ideally Nordic nRF52)
  • Knowledge of digital signal processing (Fourier/Wavelet) and acoustics (desirable)
  • RF or other wireless technologies
  • Exposure to Edge ML/IoT and deploying CNNs on embedded platforms
  • Degree in Electronic Engineering or related STEM discipline
  • Eligibility for SC security clearance

This role would suit an engineer who thrives in high-impact environments and wants to play a defining role in building breakthrough technology from the ground up.

Contact KO2 Recruitment today with an up-to-date CV.

*Our client is unable to provide sponsorship and the ability to achieve SC clearance is required for this role*

HVAC Engineer
Bennett and Game
Multiple locations
In office
Junior - Mid
£40,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Position: HVAC Engineer

Location: Yorkshire

Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 DOE

HVAC Engineer - Job Overview

HVAC Engineer required in Yorkshire for our client, a leading HVAC company that has 6 regional offices and has been expanding since it formed over 20 years ago. They offer their customers a complete turnkey solution for the installation, service, maintenance, fault finding and repair on a range of HVAC equipment.

Their client base consists of long-standing client relationships with clients such as David Lloyd Leisure, Vue Cinemas, Cineworld, Tate & Lyle, Radisson Hotels, Hilton, Malmaison & more.

HVAC Engineer - Salary & Benefits

  • Basic Salary up to £42,000 DOE
  • Company Van - Optional Personal Use of the vehicle
  • Profit share scheme applicable after 12 months’ service - Up to £3,600 tax free
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x
  • 40 hour working week, travel paid after 30 mins each way
  • On call allowance (1 in 4/5, £1,200 guaranteed - if called out Travel Paid door to door)
  • Pension
  • 22 days’ holidays plus bank holidays this will increase to 25 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years.
  • Company uniform, phone & PDA

HVAC Engineer - Job Requirements

  • Apprenticeship served within the air conditioning industry (Not Essential)
  • Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Air Conditioning and Refrigeration or equivalent
  • 2079 Safe Handling of Refrigerants (F-Gas)
  • Full Driving Licence
  • Experienced with service, maintenance, fault finding and repair
  • Live within a commutable distance of Leeds

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.

Chiller Engineer
Bennett and Game
Multiple locations
In office
Junior - Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Position: Chiller Engineer

Location: London & The Home Counties

Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE

Chiller Engineer - Job Overview

Chiller Engineer required in London & The Home Counties for our client, a leading HVAC company that has 6 regional offices and has been expanding since it formed over 20 years ago. They offer their customers a complete turnkey solution for the installation, service, maintenance, fault finding and repair on a range of HVAC equipment.

Their client base consists of long-standing client relationships with clients such as David Lloyd Leisure, Vue Cinemas, Cineworld, Tate & Lyle, Radisson Hotels, Hilton, Malmaison & more.

The Chiller Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, servicing, fault-finding, and repairing a range of chillers within commercial properties. The engineer will also work on the hydronic circuit associated with the chiller too; to include, but not limited to pumps, pressurisation units. Over time, the Chiller Engineer will be expected to share their knowledge and provide training to Senior HVAC Engineers.

Chiller Engineer - Salary & Benefits

  • Basic Salary up to £55,000 DOE
  • Company Van - Optional Personal Use of the vehicle
  • Profit share scheme applicable after 12 months’ service - Up to £3,600 tax free
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x
  • 40 hour working week, travel paid after 30 mins each way
  • On call allowance (1 in 4/5, £1,200 guaranteed - if called out Travel Paid door to door)
  • Pension
  • 22 days’ holidays plus bank holidays this will increase to 25 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years.
  • Company uniform, phone & PDA

Chiller Engineer - Job Requirements

  • Apprenticeship served within the air conditioning industry (Not Essential)
  • Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Air Conditioning and Refrigeration or equivalent
  • 2079 Safe Handling of Refrigerants (F-Gas)
  • Full Driving Licence
  • Experienced with service, maintenance, fault finding and repair
  • Live within a commutable distance of London
  • Able to travel to sites throughout the South East

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.

Junior Refrigeration Engineer
Calibre
Hertford
In office
Junior
£35,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Junior Refrigeration Engineer / Improver

Up to £18 per hour

An established and growing refrigeration specialist is looking to recruit a Junior Refrigeration Engineer to join their team, with work carried out across London.

This role is ideal for someone who has recently completed a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning qualification at college, or an improver looking to step up and gain further hands-on experience. Installation experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

You will work alongside experienced engineers and gain practical experience in:

  • Commercial cold room installations
  • Refrigeration plant installation
  • System commissioning
  • General installation and support duties

This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, build a long-term career in refrigeration and join a supportive, hardworking team.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch

Junior Refrigeration Engineer - Hertford

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.

Principal Mechanical Engineer
Engineering
Warrington
In office
Senior
£80,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role Overview

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join a major programme developing next-generation Small Modular Reactor technology. This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of advanced nuclear engineering, contributing to one of the most innovative and high-profile clean-energy initiatives in the world. Engineers who are currently operating at Senior level and are ready to step up into a principal role will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and analysis of mechanical systems central to SMR performance, including pressure systems, thermal-mechanical components, and plant-wide mechanical assemblies.
  • Act as Technical Authority for mechanical engineering, providing oversight, verification, and approval of design outputs.
  • Ensure all work aligns with nuclear safety principles, regulatory expectations, and SMR-specific design requirements.
  • Lead the development and substantiation of safety-classified mechanical systems, producing evidence to support safety case submissions.
  • Conduct and review HAZOP, FMEA, reliability assessments, and stress/thermal analyses.
  • Manage project delivery across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring outputs meet quality, cost, and schedule expectations.
  • Engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders, representing mechanical engineering interests in design reviews and technical discussions.
  • Drive innovation in advanced nuclear mechanical systems, contributing to the evolution of SMR technology and engineering best practice.

Required Experience

  • Extensive experience in nuclear mechanical engineering or other highly regulated, safety-critical industries.
  • Strong understanding of safety-classified equipment, substantiation, and safety case requirements.
  • Proven ability to lead engineering teams delivering complex mechanical design packages.
  • Experience with pressure systems, thermal-mechanical design, and plant mechanical infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with UK nuclear regulatory bodies, standards, and relevant BS/EN/ASME codes.

Desirable ExpertiseExperience in one or more of the following areas would be highly advantageous:

  • Water systems - cooling circuits, heat exchangers, reactor support systems.
  • Material handling - lifting, transport, and remote handling systems used in nuclear environments.
  • Rotating machinery - pumps, turbines, compressors, or other high-integrity rotating equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership.
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Experience with digital engineering tools, modelling platforms, or nuclear-specific analysis software.

SummaryThis is a rare opportunity to contribute to a landmark SMR programme, working on advanced technologies that will define the next generation of clean, secure, and scalable nuclear power. Senior engineers with the ambition to step into a principal-level role are strongly encouraged to apply.

Hays Specialist 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 which can be found at hays.co.uk

Refrigeration Engineer (Field Based)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Belfast
In office
Junior - Mid
£50,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Refrigeration Engineer (Field based)

Belfast

£44,000 - £50,000 + Overtime + Company Van + Fuel Card + Training

Are you a Refrigeration Engineer or similar looking for an amazing opportunity to join a fast growing and ambitious company that invests heavily into the training and upskill of their Engineers?

Do you want to join a fast-growing company that invests in their Engineers to ensure they have a long successful career within their company?

On offer is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company that offers extensive training and career development for the right person, including being put through full gas training.

In this role you will servicing, repairing and installing refrigeration units across Northern Ireland. There are great and clear avenues set out for both career development and progression as well as upskilling, perfect for an ambitious Engineer looking to take the next leap forward in their career.

This role would suit a Refrigeration Engineer or similar looking for a Field-Based role in Northern Ireland, the ideal candidate would be keen and wanting to develop their skills and career.

The Role:

  • Installation and maintenance of Commercial Refrigeration units
  • Field-Bases role
  • Occasional overtime and call out rota 1:6

The Person:

  • Refrigeration Engineer or similar
  • Looking for a field-based role
  • Keen to upskill and develop their career

Reference number: BBBH24171H

Key words: Refrigeration, Refrigeration Engineer, Engineer, White Goods, Belfast, Ireland, Northern Ireland, field-based

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your 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 which can be found at our website.

Marine Engineer (Electrical)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Colchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£35,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

£30,000 - £35,000 + Bonus + Training + Progression + Company Benefits

Colchester

Are you a Marine Engineer or similar with experience working on 12v electrics looking to join a family run business that will enhance your career through a wide range of on-the-job training, and a scope to progress into senior roles in the future?

In this role, you will be working with a tight-knit team to service new and refurbished boats, whilst fitting electrical equipment, such as navigation systems and battery chargers. There will be occasional site visits locally, meaning plenty of day-to-day variety.

Founded over 50 years ago, the boat servicing company specialise in refurbishing new and existing boats. Boasting steady growth over the years alongside a great reputation in their industry.

This role will suit a Marine Engineer or similar looking for a role within a family ran business where they can upskill and progress into management in the future.

The Role:

  • Servicing boats and equipment
  • Fitting electronic equipment
  • Refurbishing new and existing boats
  • Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm

The Person:

  • Marine Engineer or similar
  • Experience with 12v electrics

Reference Number: BBBH22707l

Maintenance, Engineer, Mechanical, Electrical, Boats, Engines, Refurbish, Equipment, Volts, Servicing, Battery, Inboards, Outboards, Engineering, Bespoke, Manufacturing.

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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Air Conditioning Engineer - No callout
Calibre
Tadley
In office
Mid - Senior
£50,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Air Conditioning Engineer - No Callout

We are looking for an experienced Air Conditioning Service Engineer to join a growing team. You will carry out servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding across a range of commercial and domestic systems.

Responsibilities

  • Service, maintain, and fault-find on:
    • Split Systems
    • VRF / VRV Systems
    • Air Source Heat Pumps
    • Air Handling Units
    • Ventilation Systems
  • Carry out remedial works
  • Deliver high-quality workmanship and excellent customer service
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety standards

Requirements

  • Proven AC service experience with strong fault-finding skills
  • NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) & F-Gas certification
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Professional attitude with strong communication skills
  • Good understanding of health & safety

Benefits

  • Salary up to £50,000
  • NO CALLOUT
  • Overtime 1.5x Monday-Saturday, 2x Sunday/Bank holiday
  • 20 Days holidays + bank holidays
  • 1 extra day holiday per year of service (upto 5 years)
  • Sick Pay
  • Group personal pension scheme of matched contributions between 3-4%
  • Life Assurance
  • Company vehicle/van & fuel card
  • Private mileage (after probation)
  • Manufacturer training and development

This is a rare opportunity for the right engineer looking for stability and work-life balance. It also offers opportunity for progression.

Air Conditioning Engineer - No Callout -Aldermaston

Air Conditioning Engineer - No Callout -Aldermaston

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.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Chroma Recruitment Ltd
Dewsbury
In office
Senior
£55,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Due to continuing expansion, this reputable engineering firm are looking to grow their engineering team ASAP. As part of this growth, they are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of the full design lifecycle.

The successful Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will operate in multi-functional project teams and be tasked with leading cutting-edge equipment design projects. Key duties include client liaison, concept design, 3D / 2D CAD, calculations, test & validation and overseeing your work into build and commissioning.

For the right candidate there is also scope to progress into a more of management position and take on more responsibility!

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer requirements

  • Degree level in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
  • 3D CAD Inventor
  • Experience in fabrication and equipment design
  • GD&T
  • Medical, Pharma, Cleanroom experience (desirable)

If you have the required skills for this Senior Mechanical Design Engineer position or would like to learn more then please get in touch ASAP with an up-to-date copy of your CV. You can also call Will Mieras on 07421 315 589 for a confidential chat.

If this role isnt of interest, but you know of someone who could be, Chroma Recruitment operates a referral scheme.

Chroma Recruitment is acting as an employment business with regards to this position.

Heavy Plant Engineer
Neos Recruitment Limited
Greenhithe
In office
Junior - Mid
£18/hour - £20/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Kent

Salary: £18-20ph + 4x4 Van + Door-to-Door

Working Hours: 40 hour week - Overtime at 1.5x

Neos Engineering is partnering with a leading OEM seeking skilled Plant Engineers to join their team on the Lower Thames Crossing project. This is an excellent opportunity for a Heavy Plant Engineer looking to expand their knowledge and skills while working closely with a major manufacturer. The business specialises in Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs).

About the Role

As a Heavy Plant Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Servicing, maintaining, and repairing plant machinery, including Excavators, Loaders, Dumpers, and Material Handling equipment.
  • Performing mechanical and electrical repairs, including diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and diagnostics.
  • Working across the Lower Thames Crossing site in Kent in a fully equipped 4x4 van.
About You

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience working on construction plant, quarrying, or rail machinery.
  • Previous work on brands such as JCB, CAT, Sennebogen, and Komatsu.
  • NVQ Level 2/3 in Construction or Agricultural Plant Maintenance.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • A willingness to receive training, work overtime, and progress within the business.
Benefits
  • Pension scheme
  • Unmatched training on complex machinery
  • Significant overtime potential
  • Fully equipped 4x4 van for mobile work
Multi Skilled Engineer
BSW Timber Solutions Ltd
North Ferriby
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Melton
Salary: Market Rate
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent

BSW Group is the largest timber and forestry business in the UK, with operating divisions spanning the whole supply chain, from tree nurseries and woodland management to sawmilling and pallets. We market 35 million saplings annually through the countrys leading commercial tree nursery, have planted a billion trees through Tilhill Forestry, supply sustainable timber products to an array of industries as BSW Timber, and manufacture millions of pallets a year as Scott Pallets. We work to keep industry moving and aim to be the most technically advanced timber business in the country. BSW operates as a collection of experts an interconnected circle, where everyone and everything works together, allowing the business to constantly innovate as our people thrive. With an ethos to use everything and waste nothing, we leverage technology and cutting-edge practices to supply the diverse demands of the UK, helping to build sustainable worlds.

We are looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical bias, ideally with experience in high-volume manufacturing or sawmilling environments. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our highly engineering team, supporting the maintenance and continous improvement of 11 operational lines across our three Melton sites.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Perform reactive maintenance and contribute to proactive problem-solving on machinery.
  • Assist in managing spare parts inventory and stock levels.
  • Collaborate with production management to identify efficiency improvements.
  • Share technical knowledge and best practice with machine operators.
  • Support installation of new equipment and systems.
  • Carry our fabrication and repair work as required.
  • Interpret and work from electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings and specifications.

About You:

You are a highly driven and solution-focused individual with a proven ability to diagnose and resolve machine issues in a fast-paced environment. Ideally, you will have experience with:

  • Electrical systems (essential).
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic systems (preferred).
  • Manufacturing or sawmilling equipment (preferred).

You take pride in your professionalism and communication skills, and you are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. You are able to juggle multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure.

What we offer:

  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Competative salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunites for ongoing training and career development.

If you meet the criteria above and are ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you!

Location: Melton Across 3 Sites
Shifts: Rotating 6:00am to 14:00pm / 14:00pm to 22:00pm
Closing Date: Tuesday 31th March 2026, 17:00pm

REF-227 018

Principal RF Engineer
Technical Futures.
UK
In office
Senior
Private salary
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

A hands-on Principal RF Engineer with proven experience relating to Extremely High Frequencies (Q & V Band) is sought by a Global leader in critical Satellite Communications Infrastructure development. Generous salary package on offer.

This award winning, thriving High-Tech Company seeks a Principal RF Engineer to lead the design and development of RF and Microwave products across EHF bands, solving complex RF design challenges; to be instrumental in delivering high-performance RF sub-systems from concept through to production, all within the state of the art Lab.

Key Requirements for this Principal RF Engineer include:

  • Strong academic history in Electronic Engineering or similar relevant discipline.
  • Extensive experience of RF & Microwave design.
  • Strong knowledge of EHF bands (including Q/V Bands) for Satellite Communications.
  • Ability to mentor effectively.
  • Proficiency in CAD tools.
  • Skilled in using RF test equipment.
  • In depth understanding of RF circuit theory.

This highly rewarding opportunity will suit a dedicated RF Engineer with a background in High Frequency design, who thrives on technical challenges and enjoys mentoring others.

A competitive salary will be offered (depending on your level of experience) with numerous benefits including Private Healthcare, 25 days holiday, Enhanced Pension Plan, Life Assurance, flexible start / finish times and more. Office based role.

Mobile Forklift Engineer
Interaction - Kettering
Norwich
In office
Junior - Mid
£40,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Role: Mobile Forklift Engineer

Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Salary: £35,000-£40,000 base (OTE £45,000+) - paid door to door
Hours: Monday-Friday 08.00-17:00 + Door to Door Paid + Overtime @ 1.5x
Job Type: Full time, Permanent

The client:
Interaction Technical have partnered with a well-established, growing Material Handling firm on their search for an experienced Mobile forklift repair engineer to join their growing team. Our client provides handling and access solution to firms all over the UK and have sites spread across all areas in the UK.

The package:

  • 24 days annual leave + public holidays (32 days overall)
  • Door to Door Paid
  • Full training and Development surrounding electrical & mechanical repairs, fault finding and diagnostics
  • Opportunity to develop and progress long term within the company (leadership and management)
  • Overtime available at 1.5X
  • Comp van, Fuel Card - includes private use within reason
  • All Travel Time, Expenses paid from home to/from site
  • A fantastic Earning Potential with scope to progress internally

The Duties:

  • Accurately diagnosing faults, servicing and carrying out emergency repairs/breakdowns on plant and forklift machinery.
  • Collaborate with customers surrounding the plant, lifting and handling products.
  • The ability to work independently within the customer sites and collaborate with colleagues to ensure documentation and the perfect solution is offered.
  • Actively travelling to sites and carrying out repairs of the equipment and creating solutions.
  • Working on engines, batteries, pneumatics and hydraulics, alongside mechanical and electrical fault finding and repairs.

The Requirements:

  • Previous experience working in the Plant or Forklift industries (essential)
  • Previous experience working with hydraulics, alongside mechanical and electrical capabilities (essential)
  • Experience working with engines and batteries (essential)
  • Electrical and/or Mechanical fault finding, repair & service experience
  • Relevant qualifications NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering (advantageous)

· Full UK Drivers License

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach Julius on 07791 957500 or ;
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Thank you for taking the time, we look forward to speaking in the near future.

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