38 jobs found in Stanford-le-Hope

NW33280 Site Supervisor (Electrical Controls & Instrumentation) £500 - £550 (Inside IR35) Tilbury, Essex Duration: 12-month contract Target Start Date: June 2026 Alecto Recruitment is partnering with market leading Energy from waste company and together we are seeking an experienced EC&I supervisor for their ongoing project in Essex. Role and Responsibilities Oversee all EIC activities on site, covering electrical, instrumentation, and control systems. Serve as the primary on‑site liaison between contractors, site leadership, and engineering teams. Support installation, testing, and commissioning to ensure key programme milestones are achieved. Drive safe, efficient delivery in line with project schedules and quality expectations. Provide hands‑on leadership to ensure work is completed correctly the first time. Champion and enforce HSEQ standards, ensuring all activities follow approved RAMS. Coordinate subcontractors and vendors to maintain progress and resolve...

Senior Mechanical Engineer Basildon, Essex (1 day/week on site) £53ph (Inside IR35) Initial 6 month contract **Please note we can only consider sole UK Nationals for this role** We are currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Precision Guidance Integrated Project Team (IPT), working on equipment for the next generation of Missile Seeker Programmes. What you'll do as a Senior Mechanical Engineer: Support senior members of staff in the delivery of technical solutions on critical Business Programmes. Generation of mechanical solutions to relevant company and international standards. Design of engineering solutions taking into account all requirements including product quality, safety, reliability, testability, sustainability, etc. Mechanical engineering detailed design, including numerical calculations, tolerance studies, etc. Produce Manufacturing Data Packs in line with BS8888 including appropriate application of GD&T. Generate BoM within approve PLM...

Chief Engineer - High Power RF / Directed Energy Location: Chelmsford, Essex (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) Rate: £800 - £1000 per day (Inside IR35) SC Cleared 12 Month Contract Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Engineer to act as a technical authority within high-power RF and directed energy systems. This is not a traditional delivery role tied to a single product. Instead, you will operate across a portfolio of customer-funded research and development programmes, shaping capability, guiding technical direction, and supporting the development of next-generation high-power sub-systems. Due to the specialist nature of the work, we are open to individuals looking for either a permanent position or a short-term/advisory engagement. The Role You will provide technical leadership across high-power and RF sub-systems, supporting activity from early concept through to demonstration and low-rate production. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the technical...

Infrastructure Protection – Works Inspector Business Area: Infrastructure Protection Project: Third Party / External Development Works (TfL Infrastructure Interface) Pay Rate £400 per day (inside IR35) – Umbrella About the Role We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Protection – Works Inspector to join a busy operational team managing third-party and external development works adjacent to or above TfL infrastructure. You will be responsible for ensuring that construction activities do not compromise the safety, integrity, or operation of the rail network. This includes surveillance checks of safe systems of work, monitoring high-risk construction activities, and undertaking statutory network patrols under ROGS requirements. This is a highly site-based role with significant exposure to active construction environments and operational railway interfaces. Location Site-based role (London Underground / TfL operational infrastructure) You will be required to attend...

Job Title: Senior Structural Engineer Location: London (Hybrid) Contract Duration: 3-6 months+ Salary: £38-45 per hour (Inside IR35) About the Role We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to provide interim support while permanent staff are recruited. This contract role will involve working across a range of sectors, including aviation, power, defence, life sciences, and public sector projects. You will be assigned to one sector at a time and will not be expected to deliver across multiple sectors concurrently. You will need to bring your strong technical knowledge and experience to quickly assume responsibility for projects and ensure delivery meets the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: ·Provide structural engineering expertise across various projects. ·Collaborate with engineers and technicians within the immediate team (approximately 50) and the wider team (approximately 170 across all regions). ·Ensure designs comply with current C&S design codes and...

Job Title: Network Engineer Location: London (on-site) Rate: £500 - £510 per day, inside IR35 (dependent on experience) Duration: 12 months Tec Partners are working with a world-leading technology client who are currently looking for an experienced Network Engineer, to work on an exciting customer assignment. As a Network Engineer, you will join an internal infrastructure operations function, acting as the support and escalation point for a complex, multi-site campus network estate. You will play a key role in ensuring operational reliability and availability of core infrastructure. What they are looking for: Extensive expertise campus networking - including, but not limited to structured cabling, switches and MDF/IDF management Experience providing expert-level network support, ideally acting as an escalation point Experience supporting and maintaining distributed and multi-site network environments (ideally globally) Excellent communication skills and stakeholder...

Sub Agent - Lower Thames Crossing (Pre-Construction) Location: Lower Thames Crossing Rate: £500-£530 per day (Inside IR35 - PAYE Umbrella) Contract: 3 months Start: ASAP We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to support pre-construction activities on the prestigious Lower Thames Crossing project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a major UK infrastructure scheme at an early stage. Key Responsibilities Support planning, coordination, and delivery of pre-construction and early works packages Maintain high standards of health, safety, and wellbeing in line with project procedures Produce and review Works Package Plans, ITPs, and subcontractor documentation Assist in programme management, progress tracking, and short-term planning activities Liaise with subcontractors, designers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery Support quality assurance, environmental compliance, and carbon reduction initiatives Contribute to procurement...

Power Electronics Engineer Location: London Contract: 12 months Rate: £50 DOE (Inside IR35) We’re looking for an experienced Power Electronics Engineer to support development of high-voltage DC power systems used in critical infrastructure. This is a hands-on design role, working on high voltage DC-DC converters and high voltage circuits in a high-reliability environment. Expect to be onsite regularly due to lab-based work. Key Experience Required * Strong power electronics design (DC-DC converters * Experience designing high-voltage DC-DC converters * Proven end-to-end hardware development * Strong understanding of SMPS control loops, stability and compensation * Simulation experience (LTspice, PLECS or similar) * PCB design (Altium, Zuken or similar) Nice to Have * Experience with high-power or HVDC systems * EMC / compliance experience * Background in regulated or high-reliability sectors Please send CV for submission

London | Hybrid | Inside Ir35 Duration: 6 months Advance TRS are currently partnering with a reputable engineering consultancy and are in the search for a Chartered Senior Structural Engineer to join their building design team, working on a range of high profile projects. The client are a market leader and a specialist within multidisciplinary design, delivering complex building solutions across sectors such as aviation, defence, public sector work and power This role will involve leading structural design from concept through to delivery, while also taking on project responsibility and engaging with wider design teams. This is a contract position who would suit someone who is Chartered and can hit the ground running and take ownership of their projects. Requirements: Chartered Engineer (CEng, MICE or MIStructE) Experience across aviation, defence, public sector, or power projects Strong understanding of current civil and structural design codes and standards Confident in...

Contract Senior Structural Engineer Location: London (Hybrid Working) Rate: Up to c£50 per hour (Experience dependant) Contract Length: 6 Months Start Date: Immediate IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Opportunity A leading international engineering consultancy based in Central London is seeking an experienced Contract Senior Structural Engineer to join their team on a high-profile, technically challenging portfolio of projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on design-focused engineer with a strong background in building structures to work within a respected global consultancy delivering complex and prestigious schemes across the UK and internationally. Key Responsibilities You will play a pivotal role in the technical delivery of a wide range of projects, including: * High-rise building developments * Major commercial and retail structures * Hotels and museum projects * Sports and entertainment complexes The role is heavily design-led and will involve producing...

Contract Senior Structural Engineer London | Immediate Start | Up to c£50 p/h | 6-Month Rolling Contract | Inside IR35 Are you a highly experienced Structural Engineer ready to make your mark on a landmark international project? A leading global engineering consultancy based in Central London is seeking a Contract Senior Structural Engineer to join their team immediately, playing a key role in the delivery of a major overseas airport development. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a technically complex, high-profile infrastructure project within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will provide critical design input on a prestigious international airport project, contributing to large-scale structural solutions that demand precision, creativity, and technical excellence. We are looking for a senior-level professional with: * 8–10+ years’ building structures design experience * Strong technical expertise in steel and reinforced concrete (RC) design *...

Are you an experienced Project Controls professional with experience transforming P6 data into reports for railway infrastructure projects?   Do you have experience producing S-curves, CPI/SPI, and earned value reports?   Contract Rate: Dependant on experience - Inside IR35 via Umbrella Provider.   Location: West London - 4 days in the project site office, 1 day working from home.   Contract Length: Rolling 6-month contract.   Role Details:   My client is a leading main contractor on major HS2 systems works, looking for a hands-on Project Controls Engineer. Your primary responsibility will be to take raw P6 data and make it presentable for reporting. This includes producing S-curves, CPI/SPI reports, tracking quantities, and creating earned value reports. This is a 'doer' role focused on data analysis and producing graphics and charts for the extensive project reporting requirements.   Essential: ·Experienced Project Controls professional with experience transforming...

Are you a Rail Systems Project Manager with extensive NEC3 contract management experience?   Do you have experience managing contracts and project controls within a small, dynamic team?   Contract Rate: £(Apply online only)/day Inside IR35 - Via Umbrella Provider.    Location: West London - 4 days in the project site office, 1 day working from home.   Contract Length: Rolling 6-month contract.   Role Details:   My client is a leading main contractor on major HS2 systems works, looking for an experienced Project Manager to support the Head of PMO. This is a hands-on 'doer' role with a primary focus on heavy contract administration and project controls. You will be responsible for managing early warnings, compensation events, monthly reporting, and program management. You will be part of a small, core team and must be prepared to be actively involved in the work, not just delegate.   Essential: ·Rail Systems Project Manager with extensive NEC3 contract management...

We are seeking an experienced Planner to support complex defence programmes. This role involves developing and maintaining integrated project schedules, conducting schedule analysis, and providing risk-informed forecasts aligned with defence governance. The Senior Planner will collaborate with Project Managers, Engineering, Commercial, and Risk teams to ensure schedules reflect scope, cost, risk, and resource constraints while adhering to regulatory standards. Planner (Defence Programmes) Location: New Malden 2/3 days per week Contract: Full Time Contract - 12 Months Salary/Rate: £55 Per Hour Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain integrated, resource- and cost-loaded schedules throughout the project lifecycle (design, manufacture, test, etc.). Provide schedule performance analysis, including critical path, float, dependencies, and milestones. Support Earned Value Management (EVM) and change management processes. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure...

Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Stevenage - hybrid Offering £45ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with AS9100 standards? Do you have quality experience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain 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 Supplier Quality 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: 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...

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Electronics Engineer to join them on an initial 12-month basis. As Electronics Engineer you will join the Calibration & Maintenance Team, to service Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment, including Special to Type Test Equipment. Some of these tasks include fault finding and repair of test equipment, supporting routine calibrations, commissioning of Test Equipment and drift analysis. Role: Electronics Engineer Pay: £32 -£35 per hour via Umbrella Location: Stevenage Contract: 12 months (possible extension) IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: SC Clearence needed however can start on BPSS Skillset/experience required: Minimum qualification: HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Experience and knowledge in the calibration of test equipment and maintenance of test systems to component level. Able to utilise instructions, handbooks, drawings or specifications to provide technical advice/guidance. Able to use...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Operations Quality Assurance Engineer to join our Defence and Space client at their Stevenage site. OPERATIONS QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £32 PER HOUR - 6 MONTHS - LIKELY EXTENDED - 1 STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS An opportunity has arisen for an Operational Quality Assurance Engineer to join a highly specialised defence and space manufacturing environment in the UK. The Quality function plays a critical role in ensuring that customer and regulatory requirements are met across the full spacecraft production lifecycle, including manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test. This position sits directly within the production environment and is responsible for driving quality standards, preventing defects, and ensuring compliance in complex, high-value hardware programmes. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of quality assurance activities within a designated production area Conduct critical inspections and witness key manufacturing...

Role Title: Production Technician Duration: 6 months contract with potential for Perm Location: Stevenage Rate: £16.00 for 12 weeks then raising to £16.41 PAYE inside IR35 Role purpose / summary The working days and hours are from Monday to Friday and 7.30/8.00 to 4.30/5.00 depending on the needs of the business. Overtime is paid. Your Responsibilities: Undertake the routine manufacturing activities to produce membrane products. Perform daily lab activities including calibrations and checks using appropriate records and logs. Provide support for NPI introduction including method transfer and validation activities. Assist in compliance inspections and EHS program implementation to maintain high level of EHS compliance. Aware of and comply with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position. Undertake training in all Q/C processes required for all membrane...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination ( Systems Engineer Manager ) subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    This position would suit a candite from the Defence / Aerospace industries and from a Systems Engineering Management background.   Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference.  Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite (the department can offer a compressed 4 day week of Monday to Thursday) 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: 1 stage video interview Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination Job Description:   FCAS is one of the largest, most exciting and challenging programmes within Defence – to design and deliver a Future...

Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination inside IR35 can be based out of Stevenage or Bristol or Bolton Candidates must be eligible for UK Eyes Only SC Skillset/experience required: Demonstrable ability to form and maintain strong relationships within both the sector and with our external partners Strong leadership to be able to develop individuals roles on project and ensure they have the right opportunities Excellent understanding of multiple stakeholder needs and how these align within a wider business context to aid effective decision making Ability to influence and drive a narrative Fantastic attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills Overview of department: FCAS is one of the largest, most exciting and challenging programmes within Defence - to design and deliver a Future Combat Air Programme for the RAF in record time. The key cornerstone of FCAS is the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), which sees the UK working with our...