30 jobs found in Brentford

Job Title: LeadEngineering Manager - Civils & Stations Location: UK Wide (with significant travel required) Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35, via Umbrella only) Duration: Ongoing long-term project We're seeking a highly experienced Senior Engineering Manager to oversee a team of NEC3 Supervisors working on a major UK infrastructure programme across Civils and Stations. This is a leadership-focused role requiring someone who can provide technical direction, ensure delivery excellence, and champion quality across multiple workstreams. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of NEC3 Supervisors, ensuring consistent application of standards and procedures. Oversee competency, reporting, and performance KPIs across the supervisory function. Promote best practice in engineering supervision and drive continuous improvement. Attend and contribute to the Quality Leadership Forum, sharing insight and lessons learned. Manage implementation of disallowed cost processes for...

Job Title: Project Engineer - Civil Location: Acton Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35, via Umbrella only) Duration: Ongoing long-term project We're seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a strong background in design management to support a major UK infrastructure project. This role suits someone who enjoys taking ownership of technical delivery and coordinating design interfaces across multiple disciplines. Key Responsibilities Manage and review design deliverables, ensuring alignment with project specifications and standards. Coordinate between design teams, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve technical queries. Support project planning, design assurance, and change control processes. Oversee technical quality, construction feasibility, and compliance with design intent. Contribute to risk reviews, constructability assessments, and progress reporting. Key Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Engineer in civil engineering or MEP projects....

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...

Chartered Senior Engineer – Surface & Highways Structures Location: London & across network  Employer: Morson Edge – Recruiting on behalf of a major public sector organisation Contract: Long-term contract opportunity (current portfolio has years of programmes) Rate: Band 3+ (senior level) upto £520 per day umbrella inside ir35 About the Role Morson Edge are proud to partner with a major public sector infrastructure organisation to recruit an experienced Charered Senior Engineer to support the delivery and assurance of complex civil and structural works across their Surface & Highways Structures portfolio. This is a delivery-focused, site-based engineering role where you will provide technical leadership, undertake independent assurance of permanent works, and guide B3 Engineers across a wide range of structural and highways projects. Key Responsibilities Lead independent inspection and technical assurance of reinforced concrete, structural steelwork, and highways...

Are you a CEM with previous experience working on major projects? Are you looking for your next ongoing contract? We are supporting a leading contractor delivering works on HS2, one of the UK's largest and most complex rail infrastructure schemes. This is an opportunity for an experienced CEM to step into a major project environment, replacing an existing contractor and providing strong engineering leadership across rail systems works. Location: Old Oak Common, London Working arrangements: Hybrid working, 1/2 day WFH Rate: £550pd (inside IR35) Duration: Ongoing Responsibilities: ·Act as Contractors Engineering Manager (CEM) under NR/L2/RSE/02009 ·Lead engineering assurance and integration across multidisciplinary rail packages ·Interface with HS2, principal contractors, designers and key stakeholders ·Oversee technical governance, design approvals and compliance ·Support delivery across complex, high-value infrastructure works Requirements: ·Proven experience operating...

Site Manager | 3 Month Initial Contract I'm currently recruiting for a Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM) role on a critical National Grid substation extension project. The project is in the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phase, with ongoing survey and investigation works. The scope includes 4SGT replacement, significant CV cabling works, and wider substation upgrades. A GIS building is planned for a later phase. The role is required urgently, as site activities are already underway. Key details: * Location: Ashford * Duration: 3 months * Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm (45 hours per week) * Rate: £60 per hour * IR35: Inside Essential certifications: * National Grid Safety Instructions (NSI) 6 & 8 - Competent Person (in date) * Temporary Works Coordinator * CAT 1 & CAT 2 with Substation HV module * SMSTS * SHEA ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate...

Job Title: General Foreman/ Foreperson Location: Westcott Rate: Up to £350 per day (Inside IR35, PAYE or Umbrella) Job Description An excellent contract opportunity has arisen for a General Foreman to join a major UK water framework, supporting the delivery of essential wastewater infrastructure upgrades. This role will see you take charge of daily site operations, managing subcontractors, coordinating logistics, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. Responsibilities You will oversee all site operations, coordinating subcontractor teams and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and programme requirements. You’ll manage logistics including plant, labour and materials, maintain accurate site records and daily diaries, and report progress to the site management team. You’ll carry out site inspections, lead toolbox talks, and ensure temporary works and permits are in place. Strong leadership and communication will be essential...

Subcontracts Manager Contractor – Space / Aerospace Contract | 6 months | Inside IR35 | Guildford Rate negotiable and dependent on experience (This roles sits inside IR35) Role Description Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain and working with the Subcontracts team, where you will be responsible for managing all aspects of subcontract management. From collaborating with engineering teams to define initial requirements to leading the selection process and negotiating subcontracts, your role will be integral in ensuring successful project execution. You will also oversee the delivery of subcontracted products and services while fostering strategic business relationships with key suppliers. As part of a small, dynamic team of Subcontract Managers, you will contribute across a variety of space missions.   Key Tasks Manage all aspects of subcontracting within assigned projects, including reporting key issues and risks during monthly project reviews. Act as the primary liaison with...

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...

Assembly Technician, Ware, Stanstead Abbotts up to £15p/hr doe (Inside IR35 contract) Hours - Monday-Thursday 8-5. Fridays 8-2.30 (but could change in 2026) contract until 22/5/26 Responsible for assembling parts and components to build mechanical or electrical products. Read and interpret engineering drawings, assemble parts and components accurately, test the assembled components and report any faults. Ensure that the products meet quality and safety standards. This role also involves testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing any issues that may arise. The successful Assembly Technician must be able to work safely and efficiently with hand tools, power tools, machinery, and other equipment. They must also possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Duties and responsibilities Assemble components in accordance with technical drawings. Test completed assemblies for correct operation. Perform basic maintenance on machinery and equipment. Identify and...

Principal Structural Engineer 12 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Finite Element (FE) methods? Do you have experience in Static, Dynamic, or Fatigue analysis? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If the answer is yes to these, then this could be the role for you! As the Principal Structural 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: Ensuring that products deliver the necessary performance against key structural requirements Your skillset may include: Proven ability to carry out structural analysis through the application of hand calculations and Finite Element (FE) methods Proven experience in the Altair FE toolset is preferred, although...

Electronics Design Engineer 12 Month Contract Based in Stevenage Offering £58ph Inside IR35 Do you have strong experience in Electronic Design? Do you have experience throughout the product lifecycle? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answers are yes to these, then this could be the role for you! As the Electronics 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: Developing cutting-edge electronic solutions Responsibility for the quality and performance of the electronic solution together with providing cost and schedule updates to a project manager Electronic design capability throughout the product life cycle Implement technical solutions will range across the Power and Analogue...

Configuration Engineer 6 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £50ph Inside IR35 As the Configuration 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: Responsible for supporting the Configuration Manager of any given Project, including responsibility for the Product definition and/or Configuration Management Your skillset may include: Knowledge regarding principles of Configuration Management Communicate with stakeholders Promote the Configuration Management group with internal customers Awareness of relevant internal and external customer requirements and standards High degree of IT literacy Reflection of engineering input, through the engineering change process Managing on behalf of project, the correct design...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Supply Chain Manager subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference. Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days onsite per week Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Supply Chain Manager Job Description: An opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Manager to join ISP in the Equipment's team. The successful candidate will bring their experience and knowledge to ensure effective Supplier performance, capability & Risk management. As a team, we work across all programmes in a changing environment, managing and implementing both mature and new technologies. Responsibilities /Skillset/experience required Internal and external assessment skills/knowledge;...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer (Military Packaging Design) subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.         Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 2-3 days min on site. Although this can change due to workload. Can be continually reviewed. Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer - Military Packaging Design Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional teams, to develop...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Principal Structural Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.     Candidates with a FE / FEA background ( Structural Engineer / Structural Analysis / Stress Engineer ) ideally from the Defence / Aerospace industry would be suitable for this position. Rate: £50.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  a 4-Day week of Monday to Thursday is possible. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Principal Structural Engineer Job Description: The Mechanical Analysis Group are looking for a Principal...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Missile Test Architect subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £60.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference)   Hybrid / Remote working: This role is a hybrid role, 1-2 days a week possibly in lab up to 3 in first weeks Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Missile Test Architect Job Description: The department are looking for experienced test equipment engineers that want to use their knowledge in a system/sub system management role. The role includes determining the project test equipment needs, managing the requirements for test equipment and managing the development through delivery and into service. In this role, you will be responsible for the projects test equipment and...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Systems Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.  The department are looking for Systems Engineers ideally from the defence / aerospace background.  Previous experience of DOORS is required. Hourly Rate: £70.00ph (Umbrella).  Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bristol or Stevenage (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: The role will likely be onsite 2-3 days per week (this could reduce once up to speed in the role). A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).  Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Airborne Launcher Functional Systems Engineer Job Description: Analyse high level design documentation to elaborate and capture...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a High Speed Digital Design Engineer subcontractor.   Rate: £58.00 - £80 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role can be a mix of onsite and remote working Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Job Description: As part of a large team of analogue and digital electronics design engineers, you will be responsible for the electronics design and development of high speed MPSoC FPGA and AI hardware solutions targeting SDR, radar signal processing and sensor fusion applications. As Digital Design Engineer you will support the Technical Lead/Architect in collaboration with the systems, software, firmware, mechanical and...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bolton is currently looking to recruit 4x Supplier Quality Engineers.   A strong background of Supplier Quality Engineering / Auditing is required.  Defence, Aerospace or Automotive industries would be great.   Rate: £45.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will likely be 1-2 days per week onsite and the rest working remote Duration: 6 or 12 Months initially with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Supplier Quality Engineers Job Description:   An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supplier Quality auditor to join the Supplier Quality Assurance team, supporting assurance of Mechanical & Electro-Mechanical suppliers   This...