18 jobs found in Chippenham

Fluid Mechanical Design Engineer 12 month contract Based in Filton Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience working in a test laboratory environment? Do you have experience working in hazardous environments? 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 Fluid Mechanical 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: Lead the team in completing the detailed design phase and passing CDR (critical design review) Develop and implement the build plan Lead the Verification and Validation of the built test rig and ensure entry into service Coordinate technical activities within the team ensuring correct prioritisation of...

Quality Lineside Engineer 6 month contract Based in Filton Offering £31.30ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience in a Lineside/Quality Inspection capacity? Do you have experience on the Shop Floor? 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 Quality Lineside 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: Perform product inspections according to standards, delegation rules, and guarantees attestation of work-orders under your accountability Perform Clearance of areas, Pre-delivery checks, Duplicate checks of Customer Protection Board items; Duplicate checks of Key Risk items Participate in setting of quality standards and ensures...

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Filton Contract Length: 12 Months (Likely Extension) Hours: 35 per week (4 days between 7am-7pm) Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by the Client's Security Team) Rate: £50ph Umbrella / £37.38ph PAYE IR35: Inside (Off‑Payroll Working Rules Apply) About the Role Our Client is seeking an experienced Fluid Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Test Centre team and act as the technical lead on an exciting R&T project focused on exploring auto‑ignition temperatures for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). You will join at the conceptual architecture definition stage and lead the project through detailed design, build, and commissioning - delivering a complete end‑to‑end test rig development project. This role sits within a multi‑disciplinary engineering environment, working alongside Test Means Architecture & Integration teams to deliver a safe, high‑quality technical solution. Key Responsibilities Lead the team through detailed design...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Fluid Mechanical Design Engineer to join on an initial 12-month contract. As a Fluid Mechanical Design Engineer , you will act as the technical lead on an R&T project exploring auto-ignition temperatures for Sustainable Aviation Fuel. Role: Fluid Mechanical Design Engineer Pay: £50 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Filton Contract: Monday- Friday, 35Hours per week, 12 Month contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: BPSS Responsibilities Lead the team in completing the detailed design phase and passing CDR (critical design review). Develop and implement the build plan. Lead the Verification and Validation of the built test rig and ensure entry into service. Co-ordinate technical activities within the team ensuring correct prioritisation of topics. Support the team in their day to day activities to overcome any technical challenges Essential Skills Experience of working in a test laboratory environment. Experience of...

Security Operations Support Contract | Filton, Bristol | On‑site Carbon60 are supporting a major UK aerospace and engineering organisation with the hire of a Security Operations Support professional to join their site-based security function in Filton. This is an excellent opportunity for a security, facilities, or project support professional to work within a high‑security, regulated environment, supporting physical security, systems, fire safety and emergency planning activities. Key Details Location: Filton, Bristol (on‑site) Contract Length: 12 months Pay Rate:£28.00 per hour Umbrella / £20.93 per hour PAYE Hours: 35 hours per week (overtime paid at standard rate) IR35: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: BPSS to start, must go through SC to continueThe Role Reporting into senior site security leadership, you will provide operational and administrative support across physical security, security systems and fire safety. The role has a strong focus on stakeholder engagement,...

Civil Structural Engineer (Reinforced Concrete / Temporary Works) Location: Bristol - Hybrid Working Salary/Rate: Up to £40 Per Hour Inside IR35 Start Date: May / June (candidates must be UK-based) We are looking for a Civil Structural Engineer to join a growing team supporting the delivery of Hinkley Point C-one of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects in the world. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on nuclear-grade reinforced concrete structures, gaining exposure to advanced construction methods including 3D BIM rebar modelling (TEKLA), within a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities You will play a key role in supporting site-based design and construction activities, including: Modifying reinforced concrete and steel designs in line with Eurocodes / ETC-C Coordinating detailing with CAD and BIM teams (2D & 3D modelling) Managing engineering changes in line with QA procedures Responding to: Field Change Requests (FCRs) Field Information...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days a week likely onsite (likely could be lower on a week by week basis; depending on work). 1 day remote. (flexible on start and finish time). A compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday) a possibility. 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) Mechanical Design Engineer 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 products to meet our customer’s needs. Within this role...

MPI are looking for Aircraft Structural Fitters with Composite experience to work on site at Western Approach, Bristol. Contract is for approx. 6 months – and is ongoing/rolling contract Rate of pay - Paye: - INSCOPE OF IR35 £23.59 per hour on shift Weekday overtime - £27.65 Weekend overtime - £36.86 ** Likely be up to a couple of weeks on Core Day Shift Training paid at £18.43/per hour ** Shift Pattern: Currently working 12/7 shift on days, 11.5 hour days average 40.25 hrs per week (known as 7 Day Fort Days) all days start from 6.00am to 6.00pm Week 1 – Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat and Sun. Week 2 Wed, Thursday. Duties: As a Skilled Aircraft Fitter with Composite experience, you will be involved in working on a range of aircraft main wing assemblies and sub-assemblies from detail parts, whilst embracing appropriate assembly techniques, tools and fixtures, in accordance with the appropriate technical data and competencies .Assemble composite and metallic aircraft components in line with...

Job title: AMS - Business Process Subject Matter Expert Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside Start date: Immediate Salary : £32.62 - £36.33 Location: Gloucestershire (Can be based remote) with ad hoc travel to site. Hours of work: Monday - Friday, part time hours available for the right candidate. This is an exciting opportunity to join the UK nuclear industry as a AMS Business Process Subject Matter Expert, supporting the effective use of the Asset Management System (AMS) to enable safe, efficient and compliant operations. Working within a complex and highly regulated environment, you will play a key role in supporting critical business processes including work management, safety management and the maintenance of design integrity. The role offers the chance to work closely with multidisciplinary teams, applying your expertise to optimise system use, improve operational processes and contribute to the safe management of nuclear assets across the organisation. Applicants...

Are you an experienced Project Architect with experience in the nuclear or defence sectors (Or similar)? Ready to shape the future of the UK's most secure and technically demanding infrastructure projects with a large international consultancy? Job Title: Project Architect Location: Cheltenham Contract Length: Initial 12-month contract Rate: DoE (This role falls inside IR35) The Opportunity We're recruiting for highly skilled Project Architect to join one of the world's leading design and engineering consultancies. With a strong pipeline of secured work across the UK nuclear and defence landscape working on front-end design. You'll be part of an expert, multidisciplinary team working on high-value defence facilities, secure government estates, and nuclear-grade installations. Whether you specialise in front-end concept design or technical delivery through RIBA Stage 3/4+, your expertise will directly support national capability and resilience. The Role We're looking for...

2nd Line Desktop Engineer (Contract) Location: Cheltenham (On-site, full-time) Rate: Up to £250 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: 3 months Our client, a leading organisation in their sector, is hiring a 2nd Line Desktop Engineer to provide on-site technical support and break-fix services across a busy operational environment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a hands-on support capacity, resolving issues directly with end users and ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. What you’ll do * Provide 2nd line desktop support across hardware and software environments * Deliver break-fix support for laptops, desktops, and peripheral devices * Support Microsoft 365 applications and user administration * Assist with basic networking issues (connectivity, patching, troubleshooting) * Support hybrid environments, including on-prem and cloud-based systems You’ll work closely with IT support teams and business users to maintain high service levels and...

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Cheltenham (3 days onsite) Duration: 12 Months Rate: Up to £60/hour (Inside IR35 - Umbrella only) 37 Hours per week Summary: As a Mechanical Design Engineer, the need is to join a project team delivering all aspects of the mechanical engineering which supports the overall development of our Power Distribution and Control Systems solutions. You will be expected to influence the design decisions, material/process selections and other facets related to the overall design intent and ultimately through into production. Essential Responsibilities: Experience in creating innovative, complex mechanical designs for new product development, preferably in a safety critical environment. Extensive experience using 3D modelling software especially Siemens NX, an awareness of ANSYS thermal and structural packages. Experience of using a PLM system such as Windchill or Team-centre Experience of product design and development activities embracing design...

Engineering Manager – Aldermaston (100% Onsite) * Contract: 18 Months * IR35: In Scope * Security Clearance: DV (Developed Vetting) * Rate: £63.57 Umbrella * Location: Aldermaston – 100% onsite Role Overview: We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a technical team delivering critical engineering and infrastructure programmes. In this role, you will oversee design reviews, allocate resources across multiple projects, ensure compliance with safety, security, and quality standards, and provide technical guidance and leadership to your team. You will also manage stakeholder relationships, maintain accurate configuration of engineering deliverables, and ensure your team produces high-quality, compliant engineering outputs. Essential Evaluation Criteria: 1. Proven experience in infrastructure programmes 2. Experienced in conducting technical design reviews 3. DV cleared, sole UK National, able to commit to 100% onsite attendance...

Are you a Power Project Engineer with experience working on substations as part of National Grid projects?   Do you possess the Earthing Control Person (ECP), Earthing Application Person (EAP), and LVAP qualifications?   Rate: Dependent on Experience IR35: Inside/UMBRELLA Location: Bridgwater, South West England Contract Length: 6 months (with possibility of extension)   A leading contractor is seeking a Power Project Engineer to join a major 400/132kV substation project supporting a wider infrastructure development, including a data centre and EV battery manufacturing facility.   The project has recently mobilised and is currently in its early stages, with initial works focused on site setup and civil engineering activities. The overall programme is expected to run until 2029. As a Power Project Engineer, you will initially be involved in coordinating heavy civils works before progressing into a broader, full lifecycle project engineering role. You will be responsible...

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location: Remote (with occasional site visits) Rate: £45-50 per hour (inside IR35 with possibility of outside) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: 6-month contract About the Opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Engineer for a 6-month contract. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £45-50 per hour and the flexibility of remote working for most of the week, with occasional site visits as required. You will play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure projects, particularly focusing on drainage design, highways, and network modelling. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead the design and delivery of infrastructure projects, focusing on drainage systems and highways. ·Utilise Civils 3D, InfoDrainage, and other relevant software to develop drainage and highway models. ·Ensure compliance with industry standards, SAB drainage design, and Welsh drainage design (where applicable). ·Collaborate closely with...

Commissioning Engineer - AWE Burghfield Full-time site based £500-£600/day Umbrella (Inside IR35, all-in) ASAP - Sept 2026 SC preferred / must be eligible We're recruiting Mechanical & Electrical Commissioning Engineers for a major project at AWE Burghfield. Role will involve commissioning of building services and facility systems within a nuclear environment, including FAT support and system testing. Scope includes: HVAC / ventilation Fire alarm CCTV / security systems Lighting & power Mechanical / electrical plant FAT / SAT / functional testing Requirements: Nuclear site experience essential Commissioning experience on large / regulated projects FAT / SAT / test pack experience Building services / M&E background CSCS required SC clearance preferred Full-time on site (occasional weekends optional) Multiple roles available

Engineering Manager Contract Length: 18 Months Location: Reading 5x per week Rate: £60 Per Hour Inside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and manage a technical team within a highly regulated defence project in the UK. This role will act as the key leadership point of contact, ensuring the delivery of critical engineering capability aligned with current and future programme requirements. You will play a pivotal role in delivering the integrated technical programme, ensuring engineering excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency. Key Accountabilities ·Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team to deliver both team and individual objectives safely and securely. ·Oversee performance management, ensuring staff are assessed against objectives and implementing corrective actions where required. ·Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise within your engineering discipline. ·Maintain and promote the...

Role title: Senior Category Manager Contract Length: 12 months Location: Reading - 3 days onsite per week Hourly Rate: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Hours: 37 hours per week Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Category Manager to lead strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, and contract management for a defined sub-group of ITC categories. The role focuses on delivering value, cost efficiencies, and risk mitigation in line with business objectives. This position requires strong public procurement experience, and knowledge of MOD or public sector contracts. Key Accountabilities Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-groups, balancing short- and long-term objectives with stakeholder requirements. Lead complex strategic sourcing activities, including RFx execution, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, award, and handover, ensuring compliance with client policies and ethical standards. Manage contracts and commercial activities,...