38 jobs found in Thatcham

A company that designs special-purpose machinery for a variety of industries is looking to hire a Design Engineer to work on a contract that is initially scheduled for 6 months (outside IR35) based at their site near Reading. The Role This position will involve using Solidworks for design work related to components for varying types of special-purpose machinery. Experience Ideal candidates will be fluent Solidworks users with previous experience in similar engineering type companies being desirable. Apply For more information on this position please email your CV to

Site Engineer – Outside IR35 (Ltd Co) – £325/day - Aldermaston  - Reading  We’re currently looking for a hands-on Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure / utilities programme, with a focus on AMP Water frameworks. The Opportunity Immediate requirement with a start date of 20th July 2026 Outside IR35 – £325/day (Ltd Co) Long-term programme of works with clear progression opportunities Strong pathway to fast-track into a Senior Engineer position The Role You’ll be working on-site delivering civils and utilities works, playing a key role in the day-to-day engineering delivery. This is a hands-on position, ideal for someone who enjoys being in the detail of site operations rather than office-based. Key Responsibilities Setting out and surveying for civils / infrastructure works Daily site engineering support across construction activities QA, as-builts and engineering documentation Working closely with site teams and subcontractors Ensuring works are...

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Authorised Person based with our Client in Reading, Berkshire. SC Security Clearance is required for this role, Candidates must be sole British Citizens with British Passport and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years. Market rates - opportunity to work outside IR35 ROLE OVERVIEW The overarching responsibility of the AP is to manage and co-ordinate Electrical safety against the approved project procedures. This will include day to day co-ordination of the Electrical AP's, provide due governance and management to meet the Nuclear Licence Conditions, QMS and Project Delivery processes and procedures. QUALIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS - Time served Electrical technician or electrical engineer with onsite experience - 17th / 18th Edition IET Electrical Regulations - Hold electrical testing qualifications (2391 or 2394 & 2395) and have undertaken - AP (E) Training - SMSTS (or equivalent...

Quality Inspector / QC Engineer (Civils) Reading | £50 per hour | Outside IR35 (assessment dependent) | Contract until December 2026 Are you an experienced Quality Inspector or QC Engineer with a strong civils background and active SC Clearance? We're recruiting for a long-term opportunity on a major UK infrastructure programme in Reading. This is a site-based role working on a high-profile project, offering long-term stability through to December 2026 and a competitive £50/hour rate. The Role You'll play a key role in ensuring quality standards are met across complex civil construction activities, carrying out inspections and supporting the successful delivery of the project. Your responsibilities will include: Reviewing and accepting procedures and documentation in line with QC1 requirements. Conducting quality inspections against approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). Reviewing and accepting Lifetime Quality Records (LTRs). Witnessing tests and carrying out on-site...

Contract Electrical Design Engineer | Reading | Outside IR35 | Defence Technology. Technify Talent is partnering with a leading security technology company based in Reading, Berkshire to hire a Contract Electrical Design Engineer to join their team on a 6 month initial contract. This is a hands-on design role with a strong focus on producing high-quality electrical drawings and design documentation for complex, mission-critical systems that help protect lives and reduce civilian threats. What you'll be doing: * Producing electrical schematics, drawings and design documentation using SolidWorks * Creating and maintaining electrical drawings throughout the engineering lifecycle * Supporting electrical system analysis, testing and verification activities * Working closely with mechanical, software and systems engineers to deliver integrated solutions * Supporting electrical design activities within a highly regulated engineering environment * Contributing to...

Decommissioning Engineer  Location: Reading, UK (Onsite, 5 days per week) Duration: 12 Month   Rate - £60 Per hour Outside IR35 Are you an experienced Decommissioning Engineer looking to join a high-hazard facility programme in the UK. This is a hands-on, boots-on-ground role supporting the mechanical decommissioning of a highly regulated plant. The work involves handling decommissioned equipment in air-fed suits within controlled environments, ensuring strict adherence to health, safety, and regulatory protocols. This is an opportunity to apply your mechanical decommissioning expertise in a critical, high-stakes environment within the nuclear sector. Key Responsibilities ·Conduct mechanical decommissioning activities safely and efficiently ·Work on-site in high-hazard areas requiring air-fed suits ·Handle, dismantle, and prepare plant equipment for decommissioning and disposal ·Ensure compliance with all site safety, quality, and regulatory standards ·Collaborate with...

Lead Electrical Design Engineer Start date: ASAP Length: 6 months + Contract: £450 - £550 per day (outside IR35) Location: South England - multiple locations Key words: Electrical Design, Substations, Power, Energy Infrastructure, Design Management, Net ZeroTurner Lovell is recruiting for a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join one of the UK's leading power infrastructure contractors, delivering major transmission and distribution projects across a long-term electricity framework. This opportunity would suit an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer, Lead Primary Engineer, or Lead Protection & Control Engineer looking to take technical ownership of a portfolio of major HV infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Lead the technical delivery of electrical design across a portfolio of HV/EHV infrastructure projects. Provide technical leadership and guidance to Primary, Protection & Control, Civil and other engineering disciplines. Review, approve and coordinate...

We are looking for an innovative and detail-oriented Thermal Design Engineer to join our automotive engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, analysis, and optimization of thermal systems and components across vehicle platforms. This includes ensuring optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability of thermal systems for propulsion, cabin climate control, battery management, and electronic components. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop thermal management systems and components for electric power systems to go into vehicles. * Have knowledge of modelling and simulation of thermal behaviour using 1D/3D tools (e.g., GT-SUITE, ANSYS, Flowmaster, CFD tools). * Evaluate and optimize cooling and heating strategies for batteries, HVAC systems, and electronics. * Perform thermal analysis to ensure compliance with performance, durability, safety, and regulatory requirements. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

My client requires two Electrical Engineers to work on a long term basis (2 + Years), splitting your time between home and the client offices. Paying between £400 – 500 a day + Outside IR35 + Weekly Payments + Work from home & offices Role & Responsibilities: * Defining the installation requirements of electrical systems * Responsible for undertaking electrical services design on power distribution including UPS systems. * Preparation and configuration of standard and custom wiring drawings * Supporting problem solving during build process * MV designing. * Passing on the designs to the CAD team * Perform the role of Electrical Design Lead at internal and external design review meetings. * Evaluating technical requirements and providing viable solutions Requirements: * Demonstrable experience and knowledge in Electrical Designs * Ability to manage workload of multiple projects and prioritise workload. This project is scheduled to finish in...

Are you an experienced QA Batch Record Reviewer? Do you have experience working within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment? If so, this could be the role for you! We are partnered with a leading manufacturing business in Hampshire who are looking to hire a QA Batch Record Reviewer to support their Quality Assurance team. This role is essential in ensuring manufacturing documentation is accurate, complete and fully compliant with GMP and regulatory standards, helping to support the timely release of high-quality products. This role is offered for 6 months initially, with the potential to extend. You will be able to work either 06:00-14:00, or 07:00-15:00 Mon-Fri. Key Responsibilities: Review batch records, production documentation, cleaning logs and associated GMP records. Ensure documentation is complete and compliant to support product release. Work closely with Production, Compounding and Quality teams to resolve documentation queries. Investigate batch record...

Are you an experienced Production Maintenance Technician? Do you have experience with both Mechanical and Electrical maintenance within an FMCG environment? If so, this could be the role for you! We are partnered with a leading manufacturing business in Hampshire who are looking to hire a Production Maintenance Technician due to continued growth! These roles are vital for supporting production by reducing downtime, maximising uptime and delivering excellent service across safety compliance, capital projects, quality, process improvements, continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives. This role is offered for 12 months initially, with potential for renewal. This will be working on a night shift pattern, covering 19:00-07:00 / 4 on 4 off. (A rewarding night shift premium is paid for this role). Key Responsibilities: Respond swiftly to breakdowns and carry out both planned and unplanned maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and performance. Take ownership of...

Are you an experienced Industrial Engineer? Do you have experience improving manufacturing performance, labour utilisation and product costing within an FMCG environment? If so, this could be the role for you! We are partnered with a leading global manufacturing business who are looking to hire an Industrial Engineer to support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. This role plays a key part in analysing manufacturing processes, developing labour standards, improving efficiency and delivering cost-saving projects while supporting new product introductions. This role is offered initially for 12 months, working 08:15-16:30 Monday - Friday. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain labour standards and product costing models. Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and production launches. Analyse manufacturing data to identify trends, inefficiencies and improvement opportunities. Conduct time studies, line balancing activities...

Job Title: Product Support Engineer - Diesel Engines (Field-Based) Location: Field-based - primarily covering Manchester, Leeds and Salisbury (travel between customer sites required) Rate: £35.00 per hour. Hours: Typically 10-hour shifts on site, although hours may vary depending on operational requirements. Working Pattern: Generally Monday to Thursday (4-day week), however flexibility will be required as shifts and working days may change to meet customer and operational demands. Contract Duration: Minimum 6-month contract Start Date: Immediate Client Summary Our client is a leading manufacturer and front-line supplier of powertrain products across the UK and Ireland. They specialise in diesel engine overhaul, final drive overhaul and locomotive refurbishment, supporting customers within the rolling stock industry with industry-leading engineering expertise. The Role We are recruiting for an experienced Product Support Engineer to join an internationally recognised...

Client Overview Our client is a hands-on multi-skilled operation with Mechanical, Electronic, Software, and Materials Science skills within their 4 walls. They are currently design, developing and getting out to market a novel product which can be applied to Automotive, Rail, Defence, Industries such as Apple and with great potential to compete in the Medical market too Job Responsibilities * CAD Design, Designing Jigs and Fixtures * Working closely with Electronics Design to ensure the Mechanics compliment the work beneath the hood * Testing the product with team and working with Prototype Engineer Skill Required * A hands-on Mechanical Designer with great attention to detail * SolidEdge user ideally, but other CAD packages can be considered (based on relevant experience) * Ideally having come from an industry where there is direct interaction between electronics, software and mechanical * These products are working within levels of 20 microns at times, so...

We're currently seeking two experienced Power System Studies Engineers to support major international onshore energy projects. Key Details Start: ASAP Rate: £65 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: Surrey Working Pattern: 4 days onsite / 1 day remotePurpose of the Role You'll be providing power system studies support for onshore projects, working closely with project teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality engineering studies. Scope of Work Running and reviewing power system studies Equipment sizing and system analysis Overseeing third-party study vendors Delivering studies using EMT softwareSkills & Experience Required Captive power generation, with or without grid connection Studies will include equipment sizing, load flow, short circuit, dynamic motor starting, harmonic studies, arc flash & transient stability Tasks will include running power system studies and overseeing third party vendors Provide power system studies for projects including EMT...

Randstad are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager with a background in Water or Heavy Civils to work on a Water Framework project in Surrey. This is a long term site based contract expected to last a minimum of 18-24 months paid LTD (subject to satisfactory IR35 Assessment) Scope of works include earthworks, deep drainage, utilities, installation of RC structures and tanks. Previous experience working on a water framework and subcontractor management of multidisciplinary trades is highly desirable. Will also consider candidates from a heavy civils highways or rail background. Requirements: Degree in Civil Engineering or HND Equivalent Experience working within the Wastewater sector or heavy civils for a main contractor / Tier 1 Must be able to drive due to location **Thames Water Passport highly desirable. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected...

My client requires a Mechanical experienced Construction Manager for a long term role (2 + Years) in Uxbridge on the delivery of a large scale infrastructure project. Paying £(Apply online only) a shift + Outside IR35 + Weekly Payments + Long Term Works (2 + years) The position will require you to assist the Project Manager managing the sub contractors deliver large scale Mechanical packages. This is a long term contract role and would suit someone who has extensive experience covering the following: * Delivery of Mechanical packages of work * Reporting into the Senior Project Manager * Forming close links with the client’s representatives and their teams at a senior level. * Attending site meetings, liaising with clients and subcontractors * Promote a positive health and safety culture across the project & workforce * Managing any changes that occur throughout the project * Can work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment * A strong...

M&E BIM Lead Location: Hybrid (2 days from home / 3 days on site) Rate: £500-£600 per day Contract: Outside IR35 Duration: Long-term contract We are looking for an experienced Lead M&E BIM Lead to support the delivery of major infrastructure projects, taking responsibility for BIM delivery, digital engineering and information management across the full project lifecycle. This role requires someone who has previously led BIM teams on large, multidisciplinary projects and is confident managing both the technical and operational aspects of BIM delivery. Responsibilities * Lead the Mechanical & Electrical BIM function across multiple project workstreams. * Ensure BIM deliverables comply with project requirements, ISO 19650 and client information standards. * Coordinate multidisciplinary BIM models across MEP, Structural, Civil and Architectural disciplines. * Lead clash detection and model coordination using federated models. * Manage model quality,...

Revit MEP Coordinator - Pharmaceutical Projects Watford | Hybrid Working Considered £35-£40 per hour 3-Month Contract (Temporary) | Outside IR35 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Revit MEP Coordinator to join a growing Building Services consultancy delivering technically complex pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing projects. This Revit MEP Coordinator role is ideal for someone with a strong mechanical bias who enjoys producing coordinated Revit MEP models, solving complex coordination challenges and working closely with engineering teams throughout detailed design and construction. The successful Revit MEP Coordinator will join an established BIM team, support the delivery of technically demanding MEP projects while remain hands-on with modelling and multidisciplinary coordination. The Role As a Revit MEP Coordinator, you'll be responsible for: Producing and coordinating detailed Revit MEP models across pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing...

Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. Strategic Buyer Marine applications Contract – Outside IR35  9-12 months Purpose of Role: The role acts as the key interface between suppliers and internal engineering teams, ensuring that design and procurement activities are aligned to deliver technically compliant, manufacturable and cost-effective solutions. Working closely with Engineering, Operations and Quality functions, the role supports the successful development and introduction of new products by influencing component and supplier selection, providing design-for-manufacture expertise, and ensuring supply chain considerations are embedded throughout the design process. The position is responsible for identifying and developing capable suppliers, sourcing technically complex components and services, driving supplier performance, mitigating supply chain risks, and ensuring materials and...