13 systems engineer jobs found

Contract position Outside IR35 Hybrid working Proven Steering Systems development experience in Automotive, ideally Defence Vehicles. Our Client, a leading player in the automotive sector, is seeking a Systems Engineer - Steering Systems on a contract basis to contribute to the development, integration, and validation of steering systems across a variety of vehicle engineering projects. These projects include both defence and commercial platforms with powertrains ranging from conventional to electrified systems. Key Responsibilities: Technical Contribution Support the design, development, and integration of steering systems (mechanical and electric power steering). Develop system requirements, specifications, and performance targets. Ensure designs comply with applicable standards, regulations, and customer requirements. Maintain technical integrity and system performance throughout the lifecycle. Project Execution Deliver steering system engineering activities from...

Design Engineer – Cooling Systems Rate £35.00 per hour Location: Woking Contract: Outside IR35 | 6-month contract Role Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Design Engineer – Cooling Systems to support the design and development of ESS cooling system components for high-performance automotive applications. The Design Engineer – Cooling Systems will be responsible for delivering engineering solutions throughout the full product development lifecycle, from requirements capture through to engineering release, ensuring compliance with design, manufacturing, packaging and quality requirements. Role & Responsibilities Design and develop ESS expansion tanks, cooling hoses and associated mounting and interface components. Create and modify 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings using CATIA V5/V6. Apply GD&T principles in line with company and industry standards. Perform engineering calculations including bolt strength, expansion tank volume and hose clamp...

A Contract position Outside IR35 Hybrid working Essential: Proven Lead Systems Engineering experience on Defence Vehicle Platforms Our client, a leading player in the automotive sector, is currently seeking a Systems Engineering Lead on a contract basis, to join their team. This role focuses on vehicle-level design and integration of defence platforms, emphasising chassis, steering, suspension, and overall mobility performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the system-level architecture and integration Define and integrate key vehicle subsystems, ensuring effective integration of the powertrain into the vehicle platform Drive requirements capture, decomposition, and traceability, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level performance and mission needs Deliver against critical performance measures such as mobility, ride dynamics, stability, durability, and reliability Balance system trade-offs, optimising mobility, protection, payload, and power Coordinate cross-functional teams to...

Position: Manufacturing Engineer - Paint (New Model)             Location: Woking, Surrey Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting behalf of a leading high end low volume client based in Woking who are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer - Paint (New Model) to join their team on a long term rolling contract basis Principal Accountabilities: Support cross functional Design & Perceived Quality reviews for new models Work with Research & Development (R&D) on new material concepts and technologies Support Design Verification Plan (DVP) testing of new substrates Development of new Paint colours, including application sign off Development of Paint application methods, including tooling definition PFMEA DFMEA Facility / Paint Shop capacity planning Facility layout planning Process & Documentation and Product Traceability methodology Hours Per Car generation / reporting Development of Paint application methods, including...

Job Title: Technical Publications Engineer Location: Huddersfield 4 days per week OR Derby 3 days per week Role Type: Contract - OUTSIDE IR35 Duration: 12 months Rate: £45.00 Per Hour Our client, an established engineering consultancy, require an experienced Technical Publications Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team working complex aerospace & defence systems. Candidates would need to hold British nationality and have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for SC security clearance. What the role of the Technical Publications Engineer entails: Author and update installation manuals, maintenance procedures, service manuals, engineering change documentations and Assembly and disassembly instructions and any other client facing technical documentation. Interpret mechanical drawings, CAD models and BOMs to develop user centric documentation Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing, and product teams to understand product functionality...

Contract Details Job Title: Hardware Engineer Duration: 6 months Location: Hybrid (2 days per week), West Midlands Outside IR35 £50-£60 per hour Key Responsibilities Design, develop and validate automotive electronic hardware from concept through to production, ensuring compliance with customer, quality and functional safety requirements. Produce schematics, perform PCB layout, component selection and circuit simulation for analogue, digital and mixed-signal electronic systems, including ECUs and control modules. Perform hardware verification, debugging and root cause analysis using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, CAN tools and power analysers, supporting prototype development and design validation. Collaborate with systems, software, mechanical, manufacturing and test teams for hardware solutions, supporting design reviews, DFMEA activities and product lifecycle development. Essential Skills Extensive experience designing electronic...

Our client, a leading name in the automotive industry, is currently seeking a Principal Design Engineer specialising in Vehicle and Suspension Engineering for a contract position based in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. This role offers a hybrid working model. Key Responsibilities: Conceptual and definitive 3D mechanical design of systems, system assemblies, and complex components such as subframes, suspension knuckles, control arms, tie rods, and pitman arms Undertaking detailed mechanical design work including basic stress calculations, FMEA's, 2D detailing, 2D layouts, and tolerance stacks Collaborating closely with FEA and Simulation teams to ensure product validation requirements are met Working cooperatively with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure compliance with DFMA requirements Managing the Bill of Materials and creating technical reports and documentation as required for engineering projects Liaising with suppliers and other internal departments to ensure...

Job Title: Shift Engineer  Location: Newcastle Emlyn  Job Type: Temp-perm  Salary: Up to £44k per annum depending on experience Hours: Days & Night shifts (every other weekend off) Our client is expanding their operations and needs a reliable, proactive Shift Engineer to help them scale. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same—transitioning seamlessly from scheduled preventive maintenance to rapid-fire reactive repairs—this is the role for you. This is a truly multi-skilled position. You will take ownership of the safety and performance of specialised dairy processing equipment, requiring a high level of competency in both electrical and mechanical engineering. What you’ll be doing: Executing scheduled tasks as allocated via the IFS Service and Maintenance system. Diagnosing and resolving breakdowns across the plant to minimise downtime. Applying a methodical approach to fault-finding to ensure all repairs are completed ‘Right...

Contract position Outside IR35 On-site/Hybrid working Our client, specialises in Zero-Emission Aerospace development is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to create, own, and maintain complex mechanical designs and CAD data. Proven Aerospace experience is Essential Fuel cell related development is Desirable Key Responsibilities: CAD Design & Ownership: Full ownership of CAD design and associated data for assigned components and assemblies Create detailed 3D CAD models of complex parts and assemblies (NX preferred) Produce high-quality 2D production drawings conforming to ASME standards and all applicable regulatory requirements Maintain CAD and engineering assets within the PLM system (Teamcenter or similar) Provide CAD design solutions for technical challenges across multiple projectsEngineering & Analysis: Apply strong understanding of GD&T, materials, finishes, and manufacturing processes Use knowledge of stress analysis principles to...

A contract position Outside IR35 Hybrid working in Warwickshire Senior Design Engineer (Driveline and Transmissions) for a contract position. Proven Mechanical Design experience on Automotive Transmission and Driveline Components is essential. Key Responsibilities: Designing mechanical components through concept, definitive, and detail design phases. Conducting detailed mechanical design work including 3D modelling, basic stress calculations, FMEA's, 2D layouts, 2D detailing, and tolerance stacks. Agreeing design approaches with the project Chief or Lead Designer. Creating 2D drawings for manufacture or purchase, assembly drawings, and bills of materials. Ensuring design meets system and component specifications, along with fit and function within other systems. Collaborating with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure products are designed for manufacture and assembly. Reporting progress on assigned tasks to the project management teams, chief designer, or engineering...

We are looking for an innovative and detail-oriented Thermal Design Engineer to join our automotive engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, analysis, and optimization of thermal systems and components across vehicle platforms. This includes ensuring optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability of thermal systems for propulsion, cabin climate control, battery management, and electronic components. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop thermal management systems and components for electric power systems to go into vehicles. * Have knowledge of modelling and simulation of thermal behaviour using 1D/3D tools (e.g., GT-SUITE, ANSYS, Flowmaster, CFD tools). * Evaluate and optimize cooling and heating strategies for batteries, HVAC systems, and electronics. * Perform thermal analysis to ensure compliance with performance, durability, safety, and regulatory requirements. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Our client has an opportunity for a Missile Mechanical Architect to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with likely extension. This exciting role is to gather and manage the missile mechanical architecture requirements to achieve missile performance, on time and on cost and overall layout vs compliance. This involves providing justification of the design and co-ordinate the verification evidence of missile performance to support certification. Role: Missile Mechanical Architect Location: Stevenage or Bolton, fully onsite. (must be happy to travel between locations) Hours: 37 per week Clearance: Full SC required before starting Hourly Rate: £60 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 What you'll be doing: Establishing the Missile Airframe Task Requirements Specification (TRS) to ensure a structured & coherent mechanical response to the overall Missile TRS Management of the mechanical interface with the launcher Management of Mechanical & Thermal Interfaces across...

Job Role: LCV Fitter Location: Sizewell Duration: Long - term (2 years +) Pay rate: £19.10 per hour Our client Sizewell is looking for experienced and reliable LCV mechanic to inspect, maintain, and repair a wide range of LGV's. This role ensures vehicles remain safe, compliant, and fully operational to support production and site efficiency. Duties Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on LGVs, trailers, and associated fleet vehicles. Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults. Ensure all work meets DVSA, manufacturer, and company compliance requirements. Complete preventative maintenance tasks and defect rectification. Replace and repair components such as brakes, clutches, suspension, steering systems, gearboxes, and engines. Conduct roadside breakdown repairs when required. Maintain accurate job sheets, service records, and inspection documentation. Keep the workshop and equipment safe, clean, and well maintained.Requirements:...