40 engineering technician jobs found

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 2 Plant Operators to join the commissioning team for their team on the installation of the synchronous condenser on the operational CCGT plant based Pembrokeshire. These roles are to cover 12 hour night shifts for 3 months initially. The Plant Operator positions come with a night shift rate from £400.00 to £500.00 outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Operated and monitored synchronous condenser plant systems during commissioning, energisation, and normal operational activities, ensuring safe and efficient plant performance. Experienced in the use of SCADA systems for plant monitoring, alarm management, trend analysis, switching activities, and fault identification across electrical generation and grid support systems. Assisted commissioning and operations teams during start-up, shutdown, synchronisation, and performance testing activities for synchronous condenser and associated auxiliary systems....

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 3x C&I Commissioning Technician to join the EPC Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based in Chester, Cheshire. The C&I Commissioning Technician come with a day rate of £450.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Carry out Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility. Perform loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation. Assist with commissioning of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems across key plant areas including boiler island, turbine generator, flue gas treatment (FGT), and balance of plant. Ideally have Valmet DCS experience on a power generation project. Follow and implement commissioning procedures, method statements, and test documentation in line...

Maintenance Engineer Kent Contract Maintenance Engineer required in Ashford, Kent for a leading international manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background maintaining machinery within a manufacturing or FMCG environment. Location: Near Ashford, Kent Rate: £37 per hour (Outside IR35) Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week Duration: Ongoing Contract Industry: FMCG / High-Speed Packaging Manufacturing This Contract Maintenance Engineer position offers the chance to join a well-established business with a friendly and supportive team culture. The site is highly automated and requires an engineer who can confidently maintain production machinery, respond to breakdowns, and carry out planned maintenance activities. Benefits £37 per hour Outside IR35 Monday to Friday working pattern Overtime available Friendly and supportive engineering team Modern manufacturing environment Opportunity to further develop technical...

A leading engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior EICA Engineer to support a growing portfolio of water sector projects across the UK. This role offers flexible hybrid working, with the expectation of attending a Manchester office and project sites as required. This is a long term contract position, and can be outside ir35.  The Role Reporting to the Project Lead Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality Electrical, Control, Instrumentation & Automation (EICA) design solutions across major water frameworks. Key Responsibilities Deliver cost-effective design documentation aligned with client specifications and project requirements Produce outline and detailed EICA designs for water sector projects Conduct site surveys and provide technical input during project lifecycle Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and produce detailed reports Review and ensure compliance of subcontractor designs Prepare, check, and approve engineering...

Lead or Senior Broadcast Media Engineer with SDVI/ ingest platforms experience 12 month Contract (Outside IR35 tbc) Approx rate £700pd Hybrid London - Must have right to work in the UK August start / Available within 4/6 weeks Lead / Senior Broadcast Media Engineer with SDVI/ ingest platforms experience. Role requires deep understanding of content ingest workflows - including file-based ingest, transcoding, quality control and metadata processing. Extensive, hands-on experience including workflow design, orchestration configuration and integration within a broadcast supply chain environment. SDVI Rally experience and or similar media workflow systems using python development. * Senior or lead engineer background, with hands-on technical delivery experience within complex broadcast or media technology programmes * Extensive, hands-on experience with SDVI Rally - including workflow design, orchestration configuration and integration within a broadcast supply chain environment *...

We are supporting a leading engineering and manufacturing business that delivers specialist solutions across the aerospace, power generation, rail, and oil & gas sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team on an initial 8-month contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly technical electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, supporting both existing production and new product introduction activities while driving Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the business. The Role Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering, you will provide hands-on manufacturing engineering support across production cells, helping improve process efficiency, reduce waste, and support the introduction of new products and manufacturing methods. Key Responsibilities Support production and manufacturing cells with day-to-day engineering activities Drive Lean...

Commercial / Contracts Engineer – Contract – London Location: London This is an excellent opportunity to join a world leading cleantech, renewable and alternative energy company involved in the development of novel green energy solutions on a global scale. The role is working client side and is outside IR35. Role & Responsibilities * Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of major EPC and PMC contracts – including the tendering, negotiation, award, post-award administration, and close-out. * Responsible for negotiation and commercial management of all contracts relating to the engineering programme both during the design and construction phases (EPC). * Prepare and issue RFPs/RFQs, oversee clarifications, conduct bid evaluations, and lead both technical and commercial assessments. * Lead contract and commercial negotiations with contractors, consultants, and suppliers. * Implementation of contractual agreements with suppliers and partners to protect commercial...

Process Engineer - 12 Month Contract Birmingham / Hybrid Working Outside IR35 - £55 per hour Are you a Process 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 process engineering activities across the full project lifecycle • Delivering front-end engineering studies and process design activities • Producing process calculations, mass balances and technical documentation • Supporting HAZOPs and other process safety reviews • Working closely with...

Assembly Fitter / Welder (Contract) Bradford Shipley Horsforth Otley Bingley Shift: Mon–Thurs (lates) / Mon-Fri (earlies) £23.00p/h - £26.00p/h DOE (Outside IR35) Assembly / Build / Fitting / Welding / Fabricating My client is a UK engineering manufacturing company based in West Yorkshire. They design, manufacture, install and commission industrial process machinery. Due to continued growth and an increase in workload, they are looking to recruit experienced Assembly Fitter / Welder Fabricators to join their production team on a temporary to permanent basis. As an Assembly Fitter / Welder your key duties will include: Reading and working from technical engineering and fabrication drawings Assembling bespoke mechanical components and machine sections Building and installing pneumatic and general pipework systems Welding on all supporting steel structures and sheet metal fabrications to a high standard using MIG, in line with company processes and procedures Checking parts...

A growing technology company is looking for a freelance design engineer to support the development and production scaling of innovative consumer products. This is a North West UK-based, part-time contract, Outside IR35 with a competitive hourly rate. The successful applicant will be working with a small multidisciplinary team across concept development, prototyping, supplier coordination, and manufacturing readiness. Key Responsibilities Develop and refine product and packaging concepts for manufacture Produce CAD models, technical drawings, and prototype specifications Support testing and production integration activities Coordinate suppliers and partners Assist with tooling, assembly methods, and production process improvements Help transition products from prototype through manufacture to scaled production Experience Required Background in product design, mechanical engineering, or packaging development Experience working with manufacturers and production environments...

This Bid Manager role is responsible for leading the full tendering and bid submission process within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. Working closely with commercial, engineering, and delivery teams, you will coordinate high-quality, compliant, and commercially competitive proposals whilst driving continuous improvement and supporting business growth. This opportunity would suit an organised and commercially minded professional with experience managing complex tenders, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final presentation and handover. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end tender and bid submission process. Coordinate with engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to produce high-quality proposals. Review technical and commercial compliance to ensure competitive and profitable submissions. Manage and mentor the Bid Team whilst improving bid processes and tender...

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...

Project Details: 6 month contract Data Centre Fit out hall Starting Middle JunePackage: Circa £450 per day all-in rate, Outside IR35 Monday to Friday working pattern 10-hour working daysKey Responsibilities: Carry out mechanical QA/QC inspections across the project Ensure all installations are completed in line with project specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements Review and complete inspection test plans (ITPs), check sheets, and quality documentation Conduct inspections on mechanical systems including HVAC, pipework, ductwork, and associated services Identify non-conformances and support resolution processes Liaise closely with site teams, subcontractors, and client representatives Support commissioning and handover activities where required Maintain accurate QA/QC records and reporting throughout the project lifecycle Other Details Outside IR35 Need to have exp managing subcontractors / technical documentation etc Predominantly plant and equipment install

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 Launch Engineer Shropshire Initial 6 Month Contract Competitive Rate Outside IR35 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Launch Engineer to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and vehicle launch activities within a leading automotive manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting programme delivery from concept through to production launch, ensuring all internal processes, quality standards, and programme milestones are adhered to deliver products to the customer on time and to the required specification. Key Responsibilities Support multiple automotive launch programmes and pre-production build activities Ensure programme timing, launch processes, and customer deliverables are achieved on schedule Lead root cause investigations for dimensional, fit, and functional concerns Coordinate validation activities, quality inspections, and customer submissions Support launch timing, programme reviews, and...

Sustainability Project Manager Based in Crewe 3/4 days a week We are looking for a motivated and delivery-focused Procurement Sustainability professional to join our team and help drive sustainability across our supply chain and procurement operations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering sustainability initiatives that reduce environmental impact, strengthen supplier compliance, and embed responsible sourcing into procurement decision-making. You will work closely with procurement teams, suppliers, and senior stakeholders to translate sustainability strategy into practical operational delivery. Responsibilities: Lead and deliver procurement sustainability projects from concept through to implementation Drive delivery of the procurement sustainability roadmap and associated improvement initiatives Support supply chain decarbonisation activities and supplier sustainability programmes Assist with the integration of sustainability into sourcing and...

Civil Site Supervisor £500 per Day Outside IR35 Stockton on Tees Essential Skillset: 5+ years' experience within the Electrical Industrial Engineering industry Oversee installation, commissioning, and maintenance of HV electrical systems Support delivery of high voltage electrical projects across client sites Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation Lead and motivate on-site teams including HV technicians, electricians, and subcontractors Ensure compliance with safety procedures and industry best practices Monitor project progress, risks, delays, and budget constraints Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively in emergency situations Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

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...

BMS PROJECT MANAGER (Contract) London (hybrid/flexible) | 6-12 months | £400-£500 per day (Outside IR35) We're working with a prestigious client in the building controls industry who are looking for an experienced BMS (building management systems) Project Manager to oversee a range of small to large-scale projects across London and the surrounding areas. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong BMS expertise who enjoys leading projects from start to finish, ensuring quality, budget and timescales are consistently achieved. What you'll be doing: Leading contract meetings and managing project status from handover through to completion Working closely with customers to understand and deliver site-specific requirements Providing technical guidance to clients and colleagues across BMS projects Managing budgets, supplier orders and ensuring efficient project cash flow Designing control strategies, point lists and system descriptions for commissioning teams Staying up...

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...