20 jobs found in Heywood

MERITUS are recruiting for a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer to support with Supply Chain engineering programmes in the defence sphere from our client's site in Bolton. Please note, there will be regular supplier visits to international sites and you must have awareness of AS9100 and ISO 9001. PRINCIPAL QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £45 PER HOUR (£333 PER DAY) - 6 MONTHS - 2 STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - Bolton (+INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL) Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools Conduct thorough verification / inspection of products to ensure they meet the required quality standards Identify and document any non-conformities in the manufacturing process and deviations from the product specifications Maintain accurate and organized records of all quality control activities Communicate findings to relevant departments / stakeholders and work cross functionally to implement root cause corrective actions at supplier Contribute to...

Location: Bolton OR Stevenage (2 days per week onsite + supplier travel) Duration: 6 month initial contract Inside IR35 Role details: Our client, a prominent defence organisation, is strengthening its Quality Division and has opportunities for Quality Assurance Engineers to join their Supply Chain team on a contract basis. This role will be based in either Stevenage or Bolton, with the flexibility of hybrid working and travel to UK supplier sites. Responsibilities: The primary responsibility will be to plan and conduct supplier quality audits / surveillance activities to drive future process control. In addition, where applicable carry out inspection / verification activities to support the delivery of conforming production hardware. While ensuring adherence to our customer and supplier requirements. Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools. Conduct thorough verification and inspection of products to ensure they meet the required...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 4x Manufacturing Engineers. Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton 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)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process....

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Supplier Planner subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.  This role could suit a candidate from a MRP Controller, Supply Scheduler or Supply Chain Specialist background. This role is looking for a candidate with the following experience: MRP planning experience and ideally some exposure to SAP Manufacturing environment. Supply chain experience Rate: £27.00 per hour Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid role of 3 days per week onsite, 2 days working from home 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)                                                                                                                                           Supplier Planner Job Description: This opportunity plays a significant part in...

Manufacturing Engineer Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton 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)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by...

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 Electronics Design Engineer / Test Design Support Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.   This role would suit a candidate who comes from an Electronics Design Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Production Support Engineer or Test Systems Designer background. Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: 4-5 days a week onsite (possible for remote work occasionally). Compressed week of working Monday to Thursday is available. 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)      Interview Process: One stage Video Interview Test Design Support Engineer Job Description: The department have an excellent opportunity for experienced Electronic Design Engineers to play a leading role in the support of production...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x Manufacturing Engineers. Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton 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)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process....

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Project Officer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.   Rate: £30.00 per hour Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid role of 3 days per week onsite 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)      Interview Process: One stage onsite Interview Project Officer Job Description: This role will require you to work with the Manufacturing project teams in delivering missiles and test equipment throughout their product life-cycles and in accordance with established company project control methodologies. The role of Project Officer provides support to a range of deliverables across multiple Manufacturing task areas and can provide a stepping stone for further progress within a project management environment. The Project...

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...

A long term, inside IR35, opportunities exist for a Site Engineer on a major rail project in West Yorkshire. Civil Site Engineers experienced in improving and upgrading of over and underpasses, tunnels, reinforced concrete structures, bridges, embankments, earthworks, drainage etc on rail projects for tier one principal Contractors, on major rail projects, are sought. Regular duties will include Accurate setting out of the works under high pressure situations Interpreting the drawings and ensuring construction is to the specifications. Ensuring Quality as well as H&S standards are achieved. Management of subcontractors Produce records, as-builts and maintain a daily dairy. Ensure WPP and TBs are adhered to. Requirements: HND or Degree in Civil Engineering Solid experience gained working for a tier one or principal contractor on rail projects Competent in setting out and producing as-builts. Proven experience in a similar post Valid PTS is preferred....

Process/Senior Process Instrument Design Engineer- Nuclear (Contract) Warrington (Hybrid - 3 days on site) £46-£51/hour (Inside IR35) | Up to £56/hour for Senior Candidates 37 hours over 4½ days per week We're supporting a key nuclear programme and are looking for a Process Instrument Design Engineer to join the Silos PFCS Supporting Projects E&I design team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile, safety-critical projects where your expertise will directly contribute to complex engineering solutions. The Role You'll be responsible for delivering and checking high-quality design packages, ensuring they meet safety, functional, and business requirements across the project lifecycle. You will: Deliver process instrumentation design from concept through to handover Support and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Review and check design documentation Provide technical support to construction and commissioning activities Mentor and support...

One of the most well-known nuclear companies in the UK is looking for senior mechanical engineers to work on some of the most prestigious projects in the sector.  Job Title - Senior Mechanical Engineer Location -  Warrington 3x days a week Contract Length - 12 Months Pay Rates - £52-£60 per hour based on experience (Inside IR35) Key responsibilities: Provide technical support to the team for you specialist area and ensure you are working to deadlines effectively Make engineering decisions from a project and technical stand point Act as the technical authority or lead mechanical engineer when required to do so. Ensure all change are assessed and managed accordingly to project scope Ensure the procedures and engineering codes are consistently met and managed throughout the project lifecycle. Produce and review all technical documents and approve calculations, analysis, drawings and models for design documents and technical reports. Expected qualifications: An engineering degree in...

A freelance opportunity inside IR35 exists for a Sub Agent, who has progressed through the ranks from Site Engineer to Section Engineer to Sub Agent, on major civil engineering infrastructure projects for a tier one or principal Contractor. Your proven delivery experience on heavy reinforced concrete structures like viaducts/bridges etc and earthworks fill, would be advantageous. Your duties will include - Oversee and guide Section, Site and Assistant Engineers to ensure effective engineering control and the proper documentation of activities. Foster positive relationships with stakeholder and joint venture partners as well as the supply chain. Encourage a cost-conscious mindset by efficiently utilizing company resources. Assist the Agent in managing the cost system, creating schedules, and preparing Quality Files (QF). Collaborate with commercial staff to ensure timely and accurate preparation of records for measurement and payment purposes. Promote the use of Building...

Electrical Launch Engineer (C) wanted for rolling contract based in Halewood, Liverpool Location: Halewood, Liverpool Duration: 12 Months (rolling) Hourly rate: £27.21ph INSIDE IR35 (Via Umbrella Solutions) POSITION DESCRIPTION: Electrical Engineering researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. Level: A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include: * Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. * Coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals. * Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex. * Part of the wider launch team * supporting new vehicle launch readiness Skills: * Conversant with software download...

Maintenance Team Member Location: Liverpool Start Date: 27th April 2026 Contract Length: Rolling Contract Rullion are looking for talented Maintenance Team Members with mechanical skills to join our team at Liverpool Train Care Depot. This is a fantastic chance to grow your career in rolling stock maintenance, while working with a friendly, supportive, and highly skilled team. Shift pattern - 3-Shift Roster (Days & Nights) 07:00 - 17:00 07:00 - 18:00 10:00 - 21:00 19:00 - 06:00 - 1 week of nights in every 10 weeks.Pay rates (3-Shift): First 12 weeks: PAYE £24.96 p/h / Umbrella £31.88 p/h After 12 weeks: PAYE £28.34 p/h / Umbrella £38.18 p/hIR35 status: Inside IR35 (PAYE & Umbrella only) Equipment: PPE provided by Rullion, tooling provided by client Your role: Reporting to the Production Manager, you'll be a member of the team, responsible for: Servicing, maintaining, and repairing high-profile rolling stock fleets Working to service and modify the arm rests on...

SPEN are looking for a Senior Engineer to join them on contract basis, based in Prenton. Role: Senior Engineer Business: Scottish Power Energy Networks Duration: 12 month initial contract Location: Prenton, CH43 3ET Rate: Inside IR35, Umbrella and PAYE options available Role The position of Senior Engineer (Delivery) sits within SP Energy Networks 132kV Projects team delivering our RIIO-ED2 business plan. In this role you will manage personal objectives to ensure the safe and timely delivery of the department work programme including design, planning and construction. Assist in the statutory obligations of the department by developing solutions and work programmes. What you’ll be doing Contribute to the development / delivery of a portfolio of complex capital projects, ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and adherence to budget, quality, and timelines. Drive performance and efficiency by identifying and implementing innovation, value...

Manufacturing Support Engineer Location: Broughton (onsite) Contract: Until Nov 2026 (likely extension) Inside IR35 Pay: £30 p/h PAYE | £40.13 p/h Umbrella + 20% shift uplift Shifts: Double Days The Opportunity Join a leading aerospace manufacturing environment where you'll play a key role in keeping production running smoothly. This is an ideal role for someone who thrives on the shopfloor, enjoys solving technical issues quickly, and wants to work at the heart of high‑precision engineering. What You'll Do You'll provide day‑to‑day technical support directly on the production line-resolving issues such as missing parts, non‑conformities, concessions, DQNs, tooling needs, and outstanding work. You'll manage work orders, identify recurring problems, and escalate more complex matters to specialist teams. The role also contributes to continuous improvement, helping eliminate waste, refine processes, support tooling updates, and ensure quality and EH&S standards are...

Technical Support Engineer Location: Broughton (on‑site) Hours: 35 hours per week, 4.5‑day pattern (between 7am-7pm) Security Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by Airbus Security) IR35: Inside Join Us as a Technical Support Engineer We're partnering with Airbus to find a proactive Technical Support Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. If you enjoy solving technical problems, supporting continuous improvement, and working close to production teams, this is a fantastic opportunity to apply your expertise in one of the UK's most advanced aerospace facilities. You'll play a key role in keeping production moving smoothly by resolving technical issues, supporting shop‑floor teams, and contributing to operational excellence. What You'll Be Doing As a Technical Support Engineer, you'll provide vital lineside support to ensure aircraft production runs efficiently and safely. Your responsibilities will include: Daily Shop‑Floor & Lineside Support Providing...

Nightshift NC Programmer - Broughton Contract | Nightshift | 3 on / 4 off | Great rates + 38% shift uplift Join us at Guidant Global, where we partner with leading organisations to shape the future of advanced manufacturing. We're looking for a proactive Nightshift NC Programmer to support Airbus' A350 Manufacturing Engineering Lineside team in Broughton. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of aircraft production, helping to keep a fast‑paced, high‑tech environment running smoothly. About the Role As a Nightshift NC Programmer, you'll be part of the A350 lineside support team, providing hands‑on problem solving and delivering high‑quality NC programming for machining processes. You'll play an important role in driving production efficiency, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring engineering specifications are translated seamlessly into robust manufacturing instructions. This role sits in a collaborative, solutions‑focused environment where...