36 design engineer jobs found

Lead Electrical Design Engineer 12 month contract £65-£75 per hour Outside IR35 Reading - Hybrid This role sits within a specialist engineering team responsible for developing electrical designs from early feasibility through to construction and handover support. It's a key technical position with ownership of design delivery and coordination across multiple stakeholders. Essential requirements: Experience in electrical engineering design within power, utilities or infrastructure environments Ability to produce and review electrical design documentation and calculations Good understanding of UK electrical standards and utility interface requirements Experience working with project teams, contractors and engineers Comfortable supporting projects through design, construction and delivery stages Desirable: Experience within substations, power distribution or HV environments Background in energy, utilities or large-scale industrial projects Exposure to site support and...

Contract Electrical Design Engineer – EPLAN Location: Lincolnshire (Remote Working Available) Contract Length: 6 Months rolling outside IR35 Rate: £45–£55 per hour DOE We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer on behalf of a well-established engineering client based in Lincolnshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong EPLAN experience to support a range of electrical design and engineering projects on a contract basis. The Role: * Electrical design and engineering using EPLAN * Producing detailed electrical schematics and panel layouts * Supporting project delivery from concept through to completion * Working closely with engineering and project teams * Occasional travel to site when required Requirements: * Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer * Strong working knowledge of EPLAN * Experience producing electrical drawings and documentation * Ability to work independently and...

Role: Senior Product Design Engineer Location: London Contract Type: Contract / Freelance Duration: 6 months + Rate: £315 per day Status: Outside IR35 - Ltd co contract Shape Innovative Products from concept to reality. An exciting opportunity has arisen with a highly respected product innovation consultancy known for delivering cutting-edge solutions across healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will play a pivotal role in transforming ideas into commercially successful, production-ready products. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Product Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges, balancing creativity with technical rigour, and leading projects from research through to manufacture. The Opportunity: As a Senior Product Design Engineer, you will work on a broad portfolio of technically challenging and highly innovative projects within consumer electronics,...

Contract Mechanical Design Engineer – Avionics Integration Modification ProjectA specialist aerospace engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Contract Mechanical Design Engineer to support a live avionics integration and aircraft modification programme on a regional/narrow-body aircraft platform. This role will focus on the mechanical and structural integration of avionics equipment within a regulated aerospace design environment, supporting installation design, drawing production, systems integration, and aircraft modification activities in accordance with UK aviation approval frameworks. Key Responsibilities Design of structural and mechanical provisions for avionics equipment installations. Development of equipment mounting arrangements, trays, brackets, panels and supporting structure. Mechanical integration of avionics and electrical systems into existing aircraft platforms. Coordination with avionics/electrical engineers to ensure installation and interface...

Mechanical Design Engineer Water Sector Outside IR35 Contract £500 per day Ltd We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the delivery of major water infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term AMP framework programme, working on a range of clean water and wastewater projects across the full project lifecycle. The role will involve producing and reviewing mechanical designs, supporting technical delivery, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with client requirements. The successful candidate will have previous experience delivering mechanical design solutions within the water sector and will be comfortable working across pumping stations, treatment works, pipework, dosing systems, and associated mechanical infrastructure. Experience working with Tier 1 contractors, design consultancies, or MEICA...

ELECTRICAL BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEER    POSITION :  Electrical Building Services Engineer    LOCATION : Commutable from Leeds , Sheffield, Doncaster, York , Hull , Harrogate, Grimsby , Scunthorpe, Beverley, Lincoln , Barnsley , Rotherham, Scarborough    The client offers a hybrid mix of home working and office based work    HOURLY RATE :  £22 - £28 ph - Ltd Co ( outside IR35) and PAYE options available. Equivalent of £42,300 - £47,600    THE ROLE : This is an excellent opportunity for a Electrical Building Services Engineer to join our forward thinking Public Sector client.  They offer the opportunity to work on some exciting projects as part of their multi-discipline team working on Capital Projects. The working hours are 37 hours per week. Genuine flexible working arrangements are available This is an initial 6 month contract with a good chance of an extension    YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING : Previous experience working as a Electrical Building Services Engineer including...

Mechanical Design Engineer & Mechanical Draughtsman  3–6-month contract  Rate: £35.00 - £42.50p/h Middlesborough / Darlington / Hartlepool / Sunderland SolidWorks / PDM I am currently recruiting on behalf of a key client-based Teesside who are globally recognised engineering and manufacturing business operating across several high-profile industries including defence, marine & offshore. Due to a new project win, they are looking for experienced Mechanical Design Engineers & Draughtsman to join their team on an interim basis for an initial 3–6-month contract. For this position, you will be required to conduct the following daily duties: 3D modelling in SolidWorks - designing enclosure modifications, bespoke brackets, manifolds and internal component layouts Supporting, updating and maintaining existing 3D models and engineering drawings Finalising and issuing manufacturing drawings to the required standard Defining and applying appropriate tolerances across all...

PMS ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER - DATA CENTRES Manchester (Hybrid - 2-3 days in office) 6 Month Initial Contract ASAP Start Outside IR35 I'm currently supporting a global data centre design consultancy that is looking to bring on an experienced PMS Electrical Design Engineer to support multiple hyperscale and mission-critical projects across the globe. Key Experience Required: * Power Management Systems (PMS) * Electrical design engineering background * High voltage systems experience * Modbus (RTU & TCP) * IEC61850 & GOOSE Messaging * Vendor agnostic systems knowledge System Exposure: * Schneider Electric * ABB * Siemens Software Experience: * AutoCAD * Revit * ETAP The role will involve supporting projects through RIBA Stages 2-4 while managing client relationships from concept through delivery alongside dedicated electrical, mechanical, PMS, and BMS engineering teams. The client is a rapidly growing specialist consultancy delivering data centre...

Marine Designer - Contract (6 Months) Surrey | £52 per hour | Outside IR35 | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days remote) RHL Recruitment, working with a leading oil and gas EPC contractor, who are seeking two experienced Senior Marine Designers to join a high-profile offshore project, on an initial 6-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a dynamic Marine Team, supporting the delivery of complex offshore design scopes while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams across global offices. The Role As a Marine Designer, you will: Support and lead within the Marine Team, working on a Saudi Aramco project. Liaise closely with other engineering disciplines, clients, and vendors Coordinate with global project teams to deliver work within agreed timelines and budgets Provide technical guidance and mentor Junior designers Manage and oversee remote design teams Develop project-specific job notes, guides, and training materials to ensure consistent...

Senior Electrical Design Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer - CONTRACT Outside IR35 Surrey, UK Shape the Future of Clean Energy ARCA Resourcing is partnering with a pioneering clean energy technology company developing next-generation integrated power solutions. As part of a rapidly growing engineering team, we have a requirement for a Senior Electrical Design contractor to work on highly advanced electrical systems that are driving the future of sustainable power. We’re looking for a talented Senior Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Design Engineer with strong industrial electrical design expertise and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges. The Role You’ll conduct electrical engineering activities across innovative, high-impact projects — taking concepts from feasibility and architecture through to integration, testing, commissioning, and operational support. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you’ll collaborate with engineers and scientists to...

ADDISON PROJECT PLC – Senior Project Engineer, Thornton-Cleveleys For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place for you. Role: Senior Project Engineer (Contract outside IR35) Location: Thornton-Cleveleys Contract: 12 months Start Date: Spring 2026 WORKSCOPE Addison...

Mechanical Engineer Contract Aldermaston SC / DV Clearance Required Are you a Mechanical Engineer with experience supporting complex engineering projects within highly regulated environments? Do you enjoy producing technical documentation, engineering calculations and supporting projects from concept through to delivery? Would you like to work for a growing SME delivering specialist packages of work directly into AWE? What's in it for you? • ~ £60p/h DOE • Outside IR35 • Long term project work • Opportunity to work with a specialist engineering SME supporting AWE projects • Overtime opportunities available What will you be doing? • Producing mechanical engineering documentation and design deliverables • Supporting concept, scheme and detailed design activities • Carrying out engineering calculations, assessments and technical reports • Supporting project delivery across design, manufacture, installation and testing activities • Attending project meetings and design...

Our client is a well-established engineering company currently looking to recruit several Electrical Engineers for a major M&E project in the London area. This is a long-term opportunity to contribute to a large-scale, high-profile project. Details: * £(Apply online only) per day (Outside IR35) - DOE * Weekly payments * Duration: Ongoing until September 2027 * Start date: ASAP They are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with knowledge of the following: * RIBA Stage 4 deliverables * Production of IFC documentation and drawings * Lighting controls (desirable) * Strong construction knowledge This is a design-focused role. The client has advised that experience with Amtech and Dialux would be beneficial, though not essential. The majority of the work will be focused on LV systems. If this opportunity is of interest, please apply or contact Adam using the details provided

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Electrical Engineer to take ownership of the electrical scope across multiple major water frameworks. This role will suit an experienced engineer capable of leading technical delivery, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality engineering outputs across all design and delivery stages. You will play a key role in driving engineering excellence, coordinating multi-disciplinary interfaces, and supporting project teams across a range of UK water infrastructure schemes. This is a long term contract, outside ir35.  Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of the electrical engineering scope across multiple projects Manage schedules, MDRs, change control, reporting, and technical coordination Delegate and oversee work packages within the electrical team Support estimating activities including CTR development Provide technical leadership across all deliverables, including: Basis of Design Power systems, earthing, lightning, load & cable...

IR35: Outside Our Client has a requirement for a MEICA Project Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington. Role Purpose: To support the delivery of MEICA works across the full project lifecycle from outline design through to commissioning and handover. The role will ensure safe, high-quality and compliant delivery of MEICA packages while working within multidisciplinary teams across a major water framework. The position involves a mix of office, remote and site-based working, supporting both design and construction phases. Job Role Responsibilities: Promote health, safety and wellbeing across all stages of design and delivery Manage MEICA packages including design, installation and coordination activities Support HAZOP, HAZCON and wider project delivery meetings as required Work with engineering teams to develop construction sequences, programmes and budgets Coordinate with design, pre-construction and delivery teams to resolve technical...

Mechanical Engineer - 12 Month Contract Birmingham / Hybrid Working Outside IR35 - £55 per hour Are you a Mechanical Engineer who enjoys working across the full project lifecycle? Do you have experience taking projects from front-end studies through to commissioning? Are you comfortable working in highly regulated industrial environments where safety and compliance are critical? What's in it for you? •£55 per hour • Outside IR35 contract • 12 month contract • Hybrid working - based from Birmingham or home • Long-term, technically challenging industrial project • Opportunity to work across concept, design and commissioning phases What will you be doing? • Supporting mechanical engineering activities across the full project lifecycle • Delivering front-end engineering studies and concept designs • Producing detailed mechanical design documentation • Supporting HAZOPs and other safety reviews • Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams •...

Mechanical Project Engineer - Water Industry Location: Oxfordshire Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Salary/Rate: £(Apply online only) p/d - Ltd Company or CIS GRS are seeking a skilled Mechanical Project Engineer to work on high-value MEICA water projects across Oxfordshire. You'll join a Tier 1 contractor delivering key infrastructure upgrades for UK water authorities under major capital delivery programmes (e.g. AMP8). Responsibilities: * Manage mechanical installation works across water treatment and pumping station projects * Coordinate designs, site works, fabrication drawings, and subcontractors * Ensure mechanical scopes are delivered on time, to spec, and within budget * Interface with electrical and ICA teams to ensure integrated MEICA delivery * Attend site inspections, FATs, commissioning, and handover activities Requirements: * Mechanical engineering background with experience in water or wastewater...

Contract RF Engineer | Outside IR35 Cambridge | 4 days on-site Our client is looking for a Contract RF Engineer to join their team to support the development and validation of next-generation wireless communication systems. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on discrete RF design across both transmit and receive paths, with a particular emphasis on frequency generation and VCO design. You’ll be working as part of a multidisciplinary product development team, contributing across the full lifecycle from circuit design and validation through to integration and debug within a complete end product environment. KEY TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE * Recent experience in discrete RF circuit design and validation * Strong knowledge of frequency generation and VCO design * Experience designing TX and RX circuits within the 400MHz – 900MHz range * Understanding of RF component selection, market availability, and obsolescence management * Experience working on integrated end products...

Rail Electrification & Plant (E&P) Engineer - Contract Manchester / North West (Hybrid Working Available) £275 - £300 Per Day - Outside IR35 Contract Role Job Ref: 40152 We are currently looking for a Rail Electrification & Plant (E&P) Engineer to join a growing Rail engineering team delivering a wide range of UK infrastructure and Rail projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced E&P Engineer to secure a long-term contract role working on high-profile Rail schemes across the North West and wider UK network. The role offers flexible hybrid working alongside a strong pipeline of Rail enhancement, upgrade, and infrastructure projects. You will be joining an established multidisciplinary design team delivering Electrical and Power solutions across Rail environments. Projects include: Rail Electrification & Plant (E&P) systems Railway lineside power infrastructure Points Heating systems Signalling Power supplies Level Crossings LV...

Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer Day Rate: Up to £550 per day (outside IR35) Location: Manchester, with occasional site visits (expenses paid) Type: 12-month Contract | Full-time | Hybrid (1-2 days WFH) About the Role: You'll be leading on the design and delivery of varied water sector projects, including: Sewage treatment works upgrades Clean water main replacements IED schemes at sewage treatment works CSO upgrades and storm storage solutionsThis senior role involves steering technical excellence while working closely with both internal teams and regulated water clients. About the Client: Our client is a trusted engineering design consultancy operating across the UK rail and utilities sectors. With a solid reputation and a growing portfolio, they are known for their collaborative culture and strong values. Wellbeing is central to their ethos - they prioritise a safe, fair and positive workplace where people can do their best work. Key Responsibilities: Lead the civil...