36 jobs found in Abingdon

Engineering Manager – Enstone Up to £410 per day (Inside IR35) Monday to Friday (Days) This is a hands-on Engineering Manager role, ideal for someone who enjoys leading from the front. While you’ll be responsible for managing a small team of engineers, you’ll also be expected to remain technically involved — supporting breakdowns, overseeing maintenance activity, and getting on the tools when required.  Key points: Lead a team of engineers Oversee maintenance, reliability, and statutory inspections  Very hands-on role — not office based Day-to-day decision-making on site, providing technical guidance, and stepping in to support complex or urgent engineering issues. Motivating & engaging the teamRequirements: Mechanical or electrical engineering background CI & Lean Engineering Experience  H&S Knowledge  Responsible for maintenance, reliability, and statutory compliance Proven experience managing engineers in manufacturing / FMCG / heavy industry Strong H&S and...

Product Manager - Systems Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid working in Reading +SC cleared role +£83 ph +Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Product Manager - Systems Engineer to lead the delivery and evolution of digital engineering capabilities that support the Safety pillar across the enterprise. This role focuses on enabling model-based safety engineering and embedding Safety into the Digital Thread - replacing document-centric approaches with authoritative models that provide end-to-end traceability from safety objectives and requirements through architecture, analysis, verification, and compliance evidence. Key Responsibilities Deliver and continuously improve Safety toolchains (FHA, FMEA/FMECAs, FTA, STPA, safety requirements, safety case tooling, configuration/change control, V&V orchestration) Define Safety reference architectures and technical baselines Ensure full Digital Thread integration and traceability across requirements, models, test, and...

Randstad are recruiting for a number of Freelance section engineer roles to work on a prestigious High speed rail project based in Buckinghamshire This role is PAYE, inside IR35. The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture for a number of years. The role includes the build of a Viaduct, cut and cover tunnel, earthworks, piling and a number of structures. Duties will include: Engineers and subcontractor management and / or Self delivery Planning, forecasting and delivering work Liaising with clients and stakeholders Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance. Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S etc. Essential Experience: You will need to have a significant amount of experience on Structures and /or Highways Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage...

Copello are seeking an experienced Embedded Systems Engineer for a 3–6 month contract with a leading defence organisation based in Buckinghamshire. This is a technically challenging role within a highly regulated environment, supporting the development of advanced systems, ideally within an avionics or wider defence context. The successful candidate will combine strong hands-on embedded development expertise with the ability to lead and coordinate a small engineering team. This role is inside IR35 and requires candidates to be eligible for SC clearance. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage a small embedded systems engineering team, providing technical direction and oversight * Design, develop and debug embedded software for ARM-based SoCs * Develop and maintain secure boot chains and low-level board support packages * Work across bare-metal and RTOS environments * Support integration, verification and validation activities within a defence framework * Perform...

Randstad are recruiting for 2 Freelance Site Agents for a major infrastructure Project in Buckingham This role is £600 a day PAYE, inside IR35. The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture for a number of years. You will have experience in Drainage, earthworks or Structures As a Site Agent, you will be a cornerstone of the project's success. You aren't just managing a site; you are driving the construction strategy. You will balance technical engineering oversight with commercial acumen and team leadership. Core Responsibilities 1. Strategic Planning & Pre-Commencement Strategy: Assist in defining the construction strategy and leading kick-off meetings. Documentation: Own the production of Method Statements, Environmental & Quality Plans, and Construction programmes. Schedules: Manage procurement and design deliverable schedules to ensure no "bottlenecks" in production. 2. Operational Leadership & Resource...

Role: Validation Engineer – MHEV Systems Work Mode & Location: Office based / Gaydon, Warwickshire Duration: 6 month Contract with extension Rate: Based on Market (Inside IR35) Our client, a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions is urgently seeking an experienced Validation Engineer – MHEV Systems, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful integration, verification, and validation of mild-hybrid propulsion systems across vehicle programmes. This position combines hands-on vehicle and rig testing, fault diagnosis, structured validation planning, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure system readiness and performance. Key Responsibilities * Support investigation and resolution of propulsion system issues * Provide technical support during vehicle builds and Pilot (PIL) phases * Perform vehicle and system-level fault diagnosis for ICE/MHEV powerpacks * Develop DVPs, validation plans, test cases, procedures, and...

Role: Delivery Engineer – EV Powertrain Programme Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Work Model: Onsite (Office-based) Contract: 6 months with extension (B2B Contract) Day Rate: Market rates (Inside IR35) Role Overview Our client, a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions is urgently seeking an experienced Delivery Engineer to support the engineering delivery of EV propulsion systems across vehicle programmes. You’ll help ensure programme targets are achieved through strong planning, issue resolution, stakeholder coordination, and engineering oversight from concept through validation. Key Responsibilities * Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams delivering EV powertrain systems * Monitor engineering delivery health and drive resolution of risks and issues * Manage programme plans, timelines, and mitigation strategies * Drive powertrain engineering activities including requirements, supplier alignment, design release, prototyping, and validation *...

Role: Calibration Technician Location: Cheltenham Duration: 6 month Rate £35-£40/hour Inside IR35: Umbrella About our client: A global leader in aviation, dedicated to advancing the future of flight through innovation and precision engineering. With a rich legacy of excellence, they design and manufactures world-class jet engines and systems for commercial, military, and business aviation. Committed to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, they are shaping the next generation of aerospace solutions. Be part of their visionary team and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in flight technology. Job Description The Calibration Technician will be responsible for the calibration and repair of test equipment as directed by the Calibration Manager. The candidate will be responsible for the calibration of commercial off the shelf equipment and bespoke GE designed equipment and systems, encompassing all engineering disciplines with exposure to various electronic, mechanical,...

New Model/NPI Manufacturing Engineer (INSIDE IR35) About this Position Our Manufacturing Engineering team is expanding to support future growth plans. With new models come greater opportunities to develop and standardise processes that ensure every vehicle is built to the highest quality. This role is central to the success of manufacturing operations, overseeing the processes and complexities of building new models – from initial concept designs through prototypes into full series production. The position offers significant variety, with exposure to multiple projects and collaboration across concept design, engineering, and operations, giving the opportunity to influence projects from start to finish. Job Responsibilities * Create and develop deliverables for each new model introduction, including: * Vehicle assembly concept * Transition from virtual environment to physical validation and delivery * Process sequencing,...

Quality Engineer Luton 6-month contract Paying up to £41p/h (inside IR35) What You'll Do Support the Principal Quality Engineer and Quality Manager in achieving quality objectives Act as the Quality focal point for in-service and returns material activities Lead and support investigations into non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and approve quality documentation relating to returns, concessions, and repair activities Ensure effective traceability and configuration control of returned and unserviceable items Interface with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve quality issues Ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer contractual requirements Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across in-service quality processes Deliver compliant products on time, meeting cost and safety targets Provide reports and supporting data to Programme, Project, and functional teams What You?ll Bring Further education and/or...

Sub-Agent - Concrete Repairs & Structures   Are you an experienced Sub-Agent with a strong background in concrete repairs?   We are looking for 2 freelance Sub-Agents (Inside IR35) to join major highways projects across Hampshire, delivering critical concrete repair works on key routes.   If you have proven experience managing concrete repair schemes on live highways, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of high-profile structural works.   All works focus on: ·Concrete repairs on highways infrastructure ·Bridge bearing replacements ·General structural works   This is a freelance role operating inside IR35.   As Sub-Agent, you will be responsible for: ·Developing and managing short-term programmes ·Producing and reviewing ITPs ·Overseeing quality assurance and compliance ·Supporting and working closely with the Project Manager ·Ensuring safe, efficient delivery of structural repair works   We are specifically looking for candidates with:...

Engineer - Concrete Repairs   Are you an Engineer with strong experience in concrete repairs on live highways?   We're looking for an experienced Engineer to join ongoing highways schemes in Hampshire, supporting critical infrastructure improvements including concrete repairs and 278-style works.   If you're confident in setting out, managing permits, and driving quality on site, this is a role where you'll play a key part in delivery.   This position will support highways projects involving: ·Concrete repair works ·Kerbing and associated civils ·Section 278-style improvement works ·General highway infrastructure upgrades   You'll be embedded within the site team, ensuring works are delivered accurately, safely, and in line with programme and quality standards.   As Site Engineer, your responsibilities will include: ·Accurate setting out for concrete and kerbing works ·Managing and coordinating permits ·Preparing and maintaining ITPs ·Driving quality assurance...

Site Agent - Civils (Heathrow Airport) 📍 Heathrow Airport 💼 Freelance / Contract 💷 Circa £500/day - Inside IR35 TRIbuild Solutions isare recruiting an experienced Site Agent from a civil engineering background to support a multi-faceted infrastructure package at Heathrow Airport. This is a hands-on role working across a range of complex civils activities within a live, highly regulated airport environment. Scope of Works Includes: Drainage Tunnel cladding / structural concrete works General civils & infrastructure packages Coordination of subcontractors and direct labour Temporary works, RAMS, permits & ITPs Daily site management, progress tracking and H&S compliance Key Requirements: Strong background as a Site Agent on civils projects Degree qualified background preferred Proven experience with drainage and structural / tunnel-related works Comfortable working in live or highly controlled environments SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold preferred) Excellent...

Job Title: Tooling Design Engineer Contract: Contract (Inside IR35) Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire Hours: (4 Day Week/ 37.5 hours) Length: 6 Months Salary: £45 - £50 per hour (Umbrella) The Role - Tooling Design Engineer This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Engineer with a focus on tooling to join a global engineering business at the forefront of technological advancement on a long term contract. As a Tooling Design Engineer, you'll be tasked with developing industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments used in both main production and prototype development phases. The work you do will be utilised across the full product lifecycle therefore supporting both engineering and production functions. Duties - Tooling Design Engineer Provision of tooling to reduce manufacturing costs and improve yield at all stages. Develop tooling to support CNC Machining, Composite layup and assembly. Designing any new tooling...

Tooling Design Engineer 6 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering up to £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with CREO? Do you have experience working to BS8888 standard? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Tooling Design Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop manufacturing tooling within; CNC Machining or Composite layup Designing any new tooling & fixturing requirements Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications Creation of detailed process instructions Creation of Manufacturing BOM's / routings to aid ease of manufacture Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT...

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role for one of our global leading Energy clients. OT Security Engineer Location - Warwick- Hybrid - 1 day per week - Commute to Lincoln once a month Some international travel may be required ASAP Start 6-12 Months then rolling contract (long term work) Inside IR35 PAYE £473 per day PAYE - £640 Per day Umbrella Hands on Role not just consultant role - Not just IT Position Main Responsibilities: Report to the OT Security Operations Lead Contribute to the Digital Products and Solutions team in achieving goals and setting cyber security strategy. Assist in the delivery of cybersecurity projects by validating existing technical documentation. Lead deployment activities in OT environments, including configuring networks, remote access solutions, anti-malware, backup solutions and virtualization platforms. Provide customer cyber support and act as a point of contact for execution projects. Answer technical questions from Product...

Job Description: Quality Inspector Afternoons - Flexible on start and finish times (earlier finish on Fridays) Northampton £28 - ​​​£30 per hour (Inside IR35) The Opportunity: EMBS Engineering is currently recruiting for a CMM Inspector to join a precision engineering company located in Northampton, working on a 3- 6 month contracting basis. Our client is a market leading precision engineering, advanced manufacturing business that specialises in machining complex, medium sized components for highly regulated industries including Motorsport, F1 and Automotive. Due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents, and DBS checks will be required. Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates. Key Benefits on offer: * £28 - £30 per hour Ltd (inside IR35) * Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art machinery - Hexagon CMM’s using PCDMIS * Hours: Afternoons * Flexible on start and finish times Key...

Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) Tewkesbury (on site) Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing Inside IR35 £50 - £55 per hour THE ROLE - Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stand-out aerospace engineering business to support Sliding Head/Swiss Lathe Manufacturing. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll need to possess excellent experience in Sliding Head lathe practices and processes including programming and CAD/CAM knowledge. As an expert with Sliding Head machining, you should have knowledge of some of the following machines: Star ST38, Star SR10J, Star SW20, Citizen. DUTIES - Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) Authoring and approving manufacturing processes and process specifications Online and Offline programming for CNC Activities - Perform problem solving and root cause corrective actions (RCCA). Provide technical, machining task planning and authorisation. Advise and support daily shop-floor management...

We are currently seeking an onsite Network Engineer with experience of the delivery of support in Cisco R&S, basic firewall skills - Admin and control. THis is a support role to support a level 3 network engineer. The role is on site based in Ealing and offers a day rate of £275 inside IR35. The contract is due to start on 2nd March and will run for 3 months

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role : Supply Chain -Operations/Project Manager Location : Warwick- Hybrid - 25-75% will be travel to sites across the UK/Europe Expenses covered for Travel Inside IR35 £50+ Per hour TBD ASAP Start 6 months initial contract with chance of Temproary to permanent or rolling contract 8-12 Hours per day 40-60 hours per week Flexbility on hours and travel. As a Supply Chain Operations Manager for our client, your day will revolve around ensuring goods and services are delivered on time, every time. You'll work directly with suppliers to monitor delivery schedules, solve issues quickly, and support performance improvement. Collaborating across Procurement, Engineering, and Quality, you'll play a key role in keeping our supply chain efficient and reliable. You'll also use project management tools to track progress, identify risks, and manage delivery priorities for critical orders. How You'll Make an Impact Manage and drive supplier...