197 jobs found in Bedford

Interaction Engineering  Job Title: Sheet Metal Worker About the Company: Our client is a well-established and reputable organisation specialising in high-quality metal fabrication and installation. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Worker to join their team. Key Responsibilities: Fabricate, assemble and install sheet metal components to specification Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints and job orders Operate hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery (press brakes, shears, rollers, etc.) Measure, cut, bend and form metal with precision Conduct quality checks to ensure all work meets required standards Follow health and safety procedures at all times Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet project deadlines Requirements: Proven experience as a sheet metal worker or similar role Strong understanding of fabrication techniques and metals Ability to read and work from technical drawings Competent...

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most exciting defence programmes? We are currently recruiting for multiple Lead Mechanical Engineers to support the development of next-generation land systesm for a leading global defence organisation based in Ampthill. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex military vehicle programmes, contributing to the design and development of cutting-edge defence technologies. You'll be joining a highly skilled engineering team responsible for delivering innovative mechanical design solutions for armoured vehicle platforms and complex mechanisms operating in demanding environments. The Role As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for: Supporting the design and development of Mechanical systems and components. Producing high-quality mechanical designs from concept through to manufacture. Designing complex mechanisms and assemblies for defence applications. Performing...

Are you an experienced Electrical or Electronics Engineer looking to work on highly complex defence programmes at the forefront of military technology? We are currently recruiting for multiple Lead Electrical Engineers to join a leading defence organisation in Ampthill, supporting the design, development and integration of advanced electrical and electronic systems across UK classified programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence technologies whilst benefiting from a flexible four-day working week and exposure to the full product development lifecycle. The Role Reporting to the Design Team Lead, you will take ownership of the design, development and support of mixed electrical and electronic Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) solutions from concept through to delivery, following a structured phase-gate development process. Key responsibilities include: Leading the design and development of electrical and electronic hardware solutions. Supporting the...

Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer Location: Bedfordshire Key Responsibilities The Mechanical Design Engineer role will require the following qualifications and skills as a minimum. Proven experience in the design and development of mechanical products, especially in Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) domain seen as a huge advantage. Experience of working within the defence or industrial automation industry is essential. In-depth working knowledge of CREO CAD software and experience of using the tool to produce designs. Extensive knowledge of complex mechanism design and principles. Ability to perform basic structural and kinematic calculations. Proven track record of successful design and product development for use in harsh environments Understanding of current materials, treatments and finishing technology for use in defence products. Impeccable attention to design detail. Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate and problem solve effectively. I am keen to get this position...

Job Title: Lead Electrical Engineer Location: Bedfordshire Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Design Team Lead, the candidate is expected to take responsibility for the design, development and support of mixed electrical / electronic LRU solutions from concept to completion following a detailed phase-gate development process. Provide guidance and governance to the team in the integration of the LRU deliverables, supporting as necessary assembly and installation. Define processes, specifications, and procedures that support the design and manufacture of the electrical/electronic hardware. Provide technical review of supplier capabilities to facilitate source selection. Facilitate the development of functional and physical design requirements to ensure complete integrated design architecture. Design and development of electrical/electronic circuitry (includes, analogue, digital, microprocessor, FPGA design techniques). Schematic Capture and associated PCB layouts. Analysis,...

Maintenance Engineers - TEMP to PERM £32,000 pa rising to £33,000 on probation My client is a food waste processing company based in Rushden, and they require a Maintenance Engineer, (Electrical or mechanical) on a temp to perm basis. The role is to maintain the plant using the most cost-effective work methodology resulting in the highest up time possible. The role is to work within company work procedures and protocols and to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. The ideal person will have worked in a similar an environment (such as Water) and have 2 years + experience of pump repairs and maintenance routines. You will also have a some industry related qualifications or working towards them and experience such as NEBOSH, confined spaces, working at heights, PLC controls etc. You will also need a full driving license and ideally a Telehandler license, but training will be given if necessary. Hours of work are likely to be 40 hrs per week Monday to Friday. Start and finish...

Plant Maintenance Engineer - Temp to Perm My client is a food waste processing company based in Rushden, and they require a Plant Maintenance Engineer, (Electrical or mechanical) on a temp to perm basis. The role is to maintain the plant using the most cost-effective work methodology resulting in the highest up time possible. The role is to work within company work procedures and protocols and to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. The ideal person will have worked in a similar an environment (such as Water) and have extensive experience of pump repairs and maintenance routines. You will also have a variety of industry related qualifications and experience such as NEBOSH, confined spaces, working at heights, PLC controls etc. You will also need a full driving license and ideally a Telehandler license Hours of work are likely to be 40 hrs per week Monday to Friday. Start and finish times to be confirmed but could be rotating early and late shifts or on a shift pattern...

Technical Sales Administrator Flitwick £28,000 to £30,000 per annum plus benefits Monday to Friday | 8:00am to 5:00pm If you enjoy solving problems, speaking with customers, and being the person who knows exactly how to find the right solution, this could be the perfect role for you. This is not a typical administration role. As a Technical Sales Administrator, you will be at the heart of the business, supporting customers and engineers with parts enquiries, preparing quotations, processing orders, and ensuring the correct components are supplied quickly and accurately. If you are technically minded, organised, and enjoy combining customer service with problem solving, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected engineering business. The Role As a Technical Sales Administrator, you will provide front-line technical and commercial support to customers and internal engineers. Your responsibilities will include: * Handling...

NIGHT ELECTRICIAN REQUIRED IN ST NEOTS IN CAMBRIDGESHIRE ON A SUPERMARKET *** We are seeking a skilled Electrician to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in electrical work and be proficient with both power and hand tools. This role is essential in supporting our electrical projects and ensuring high-quality workmanship. If you are passionate about electrical systems and eager to develop your skills further, we encourage you to apply Location: St Neots - Cambridgeshire Rate: £260 to 270 per day DOE - x10 hours paid but dont work the full 10 hours you work 7 hours and get paid for the full 10 hours. Shift Times: Sunday - 4pm to 1am Monday to Thursday - 8pm to 3am Start Date: Sunday 26th July - 7:30am Duration period: 8 Weeks Payroll Model: Payment every Friday Monday to Friday Must Haves: ECS/JIB Gold Card, full ppe, tools, strong on wiring, conduit and trunking, experience of working on retail fit out/supermarket projects previously would be...

NIGHTS ELECTRICAL IMRPOVER REQUIRED IN ST NEOTS IN CAMBRIDGESHIRE ON A SUPERMARKET *** We are seeking a Electrical Improver to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in electrical work and be proficient with both power and hand tools. This role is essential in supporting our electrical projects and ensuring high-quality workmanship. If you are passionate about electrical systems and eager to develop your skills further, we encourage you to apply Location: St Neots - Cambridgeshire Rate: £230 TO £240 per day DOE - x10 hours paid but dont work the full 10 hours you work 7-8 hours and get paid for the full 10 hours. Start Date: Sunday 26th July - 4pm to 1am & Mon to Thu - 8pm to 3pm/4am Duration period: 8 Weeks to 9 weeks work Payroll Model: Payment every Friday Must Haves: ECS/JIB Gold Card, full ppe, tools, strong on wiring, conduit and trunking, experience of working on retail fit out/supermarket projects previously would be hugely...

Live Built Manufacturing Technician Certain Advantage is hiring for a Live Built Manufacturing Technician based in Henlow area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a world-class Manufacturing business that operates in the Defense sector. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? Would you like to be responsible for carrying out manufacturing, test and inspection tasks within the Live Build Facility? The Role: This role is for a Live Built Manufacturing Technician—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits. Ensure manufacturing build, inspection and where relevant, test times are met. Maintain to the...

We are recruiting for a Setting Out Engineer to join a respected UK Groundworks, RC Frame & civil engineering contractor, working on an project in Milton Keynes. This is an excellent opportunity for a Setting Out Engineer who is passionate about delivering projects to the highest standard while advancing their career. Key Responsibilities: Setting out for groundworks, drainage, foundations, RC frames and associated infrastructure. Establishing and maintaining site control points and survey data. Producing and maintaining accurate as-built surveys and records. Interpreting and checking engineering drawings and specifications. Carrying out QA/QC inspections and completing quality documentation. Raising and managing RFIs where required. Monitoring tolerances and ensuring works are delivered to specification. Liaising with subcontractors, site managers and design teams. Assisting with site planning and engineering problem solving. Promoting and maintaining the highest standards...

We are currently recruiting Vehicle Builders to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of vehicle interiors to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: Remove, modify, strip, and rebuild vehicle interiors including luggage racks, seat frames, and buffet cars. Competently use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment such as chisels, saws, planes, torque wrenches, and screwdrivers. Operate mechanical machines such as hand saws, bench saws, and portable circular saws safely and effectively. Read and interpret production information and specifications to ensure accurate and efficient completion of tasks. Carry out basic quality control checks to ensure all work meets required standards. Follow all company procedures, safety regulations, and environmental policies at all times. Prioritise health and safety, ensuring compliance with all...

We are currently recruiting Vehicle Builders to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of vehicle interiors to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: Remove, modify, strip, and rebuild vehicle interiors including luggage racks, seat frames, and buffet cars. Competently use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking equipment such as chisels, saws, planes, torque wrenches, and screwdrivers. Operate mechanical machines such as hand saws, bench saws, and portable circular saws safely and effectively. Read and interpret production information and specifications to ensure accurate and efficient completion of tasks. Carry out basic quality control checks to ensure all work meets required standards. Follow all company procedures, safety regulations, and environmental policies at all times. Prioritise health and safety, ensuring compliance with all...

Field Service & Calibration Engineer 📍Milton Keynes 💰 £35 - £40K (Flexible for the right candidate) ⏰ Monday to Friday | 40 Hours per Week 🚗 Company Vehicle Provided for Site Visits ✅ Temp-to-Perm Opportunity The Role We are recruiting for a Field Service & Calibration Engineer to join a specialist engineering organisation based in Milton Keynes. This is a varied role combining workshop-based calibration and repair work with regular travel to customer sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, calibrating and fault-finding on specialist force measurement and testing equipment. Work will be scheduled in advance by the Service Manager, with a mixture of office-based and field-based activities throughout the week. Key Responsibilities Calibration, servicing and maintenance of force measurement and testing equipment Carrying out planned service visits at customer sites Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electronic faults Repairing...

We are currently recruiting Mechanical Fitters to join a leading rail engineering company. This role involves working on the removal, modification, and refitting of rolling stock to a high standard, following industry regulations and company procedures.  Key Responsibilities: To have a good understanding of vehicle mechanical interfaces and repairs of vehicle components. To be able to install / repair components. To be able to fault find and carry out diagnostic investigation work. To overhaul of rail components. To undertake training as and when required. To work within a realistic timeframe. To ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner. To adhere to written or verbal instructions.Requirements: Previous experience in mechanical roles, or a similar hands-on trade/engineering environment. Confident in the use of hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery. Strong attention to detail with the ability to read and follow technical instructions. Commitment to working...

TXM Recruit are currently looking to put a team of Test Technicians together on a contract basis for a rail client in Milton Keynes. The team will be performing test and commissioning on various fleets of rolling stock vehicles. Job Title – Test Technician. General Description: Skilled work within a safety critical role which demands a standard of competence necessitating either an apprenticeship to a trade or recognised training programme where an employee is required to be fully qualified in all parts of the trade and capable of producing work to the required standards, specification or finish expected of a Test Technician. To perform defined tasks to written instructions and to be able to work to their own initiative to enable the Depot to provide a quality service to the business. Carry out functional testing and commissioning of EMU/DMU and other rolling stock types of post works to a defined and written standard in line with UK rail safety regulations. Lead fault...

Our client, a leading water sector specialist are looking for an Electrical Supervisor for a water treatment site near Wellingborough.  As this role is working on a water treatment site, ideally candidates will have previous experience within the water sector however industrial experience may be considered. This is a contract position read below for full details: Start: 3rd August Duration: 8 Weeks + Rate: £(Apply online only) per day Hours: 45 per week Lodge/Accommodation : NOT OFFERED, candidates must be commutable. Requirements JIB Gold Card 18th Edition Relevant Apprenticeship/NVQ etc. Own Tools & PPE SSSTS Safety Critical Medical Anglian Water Passport (preferred but not essential) You will need your own transport to reach site as it is rural.  Job Outline: Oversee the day-to-day workload of the site team, including task delegation by the Project Engineer, managing tooling, paperwork and time management. Lead, supervise, and coordinate a...

Our client, a leading water sector specialist are looking for Electricians on a water treatment site near Wellingborough.  As this role is working on a water treatment site, ideally candidates will have previous experience within the water sector however industrial experience may be considered. This is a contract position read below for full details: Start: 3rd August Duration: 8 Weeks + Rate: £27 per hour Hours: 45 per week Lodge/Accommodation : NOT OFFERED, candidates must be commutable. Requirements JIB Gold Card 18th Edition Relevant Apprenticeship/NVQ etc. Own Tools & PPE Anglian Water Passport (preferred but not essential) Job Outline: Candidates should be competent with all aspects of industrial installation works/containment.  Able to diagnose and rectify faults. This includes working on electrical controls, pumps, motors, control panels, instrumentation and other electrical systems. Adhering to onsite health and safety regulations...

You will be joining at a critical phase of the project and your support will be essential in getting the project over the line. So candidates must be prepared to hit the ground running. Start: ASAP (this week if possible)  Duration: 4 weeks on this project, may be further works. Rate: £27 per hour Hours: 45 per week paid  Given the rural nature of the sites you will need a UK Drivers Licence and your own transport.    The client are not offering lodge on this role, so you will need to be commutable to the project. (Wellingborough/Bedford Area) Job Responsibilities: Onsite installation and removal of relevant water treatment machinery/equipment, including but not limited to: large bore stainless steel pipework, brackets/supports, pumps, motors, valves, steelwork, handrails. Ability to work independently while also being an effective communicator in team settings. Strong organizational skills with excellent multitasking abilities. Adhering to onsite health and safety...