103 jobs found in Alconbury

Our client, a world-class technology company and leader in their sector, requires an experienced Contract Mechanical Design Engineer to support the final phase of a key product development programme. This is an initial 1 month contract, with the potential for extension, focused on completing the final design and manufacturing activities for a printer enclosure project. The successful contractor will need to be able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision and provide immediate support across design, documentation, supplier liaison and product verification activities. The role will be based at the client's facility in St Ives, Cambridgeshire 5 days a week, with an immediate start required. Key Skills Required for the Contract Mechanical Design Engineer, St Ives, Cambridgeshire: Strong experience using Creo and Windchill Proven background in sheet metal and machined component design Design for Manufacture (DFM) experience Ability to inspect manufactured parts against...

Electrical / Mechanical Technicians KAP is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business seeking skilled Electrical / Mechanical Technicians to join and strengthen its production team. We welcome applications from candidates with strong practical experience, whether gained through formal qualifications or hands-on industry work. The Role This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and supportive production environment where you will be responsible for assembling and building a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment. The position is ideally suited to someone who enjoys practical work, problem-solving, and delivering high-quality results. Key Responsibilities * Assemble and build electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with engineering drawings, wiring schematics, and production specifications. * Complete work accurately and efficiently to meet production schedules and quality standards. * Follow established workshop procedures...

Commissioning Engineer – 6-Month Contract Location: Various Client Sites / UK Travel Contract: 6 months initially Rate: £35–£45 per hour, depending on experience Type: Contractor We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support projects across a range of client sites on an initial 6-month contract. This is a highly practical, site-based role focused on commissioning, snagging, fault finding and resolving outstanding engineering issues. The successful contractor will be responsible for working through commissioning requirements, identifying problems, understanding why they have occurred and coordinating with the appropriate engineers, contractors or suppliers to get them resolved. This role would suit a practical engineer with a strong mechanical and electrical understanding, particularly someone who has worked in a commissioning, maintenance, engineering or process environment. Key Responsibilities Attend client sites to support commissioning and project...

Product Range Design Engineer – 12-Month Contract Location: Peterborough Contract: 12 months Rate: £35–£40 per hour, depending on experience (Outside IR35) Type: Contractor We are seeking an experienced Product Range Design Engineer to join a busy engineering environment on an initial 12-month contract. The role will focus on the development, improvement and expansion of product ranges, working from technical data sheets, engineering specifications, existing designs and customer requirements. The successful contractor will ideally have experience within food processing, food manufacturing or process engineering, with a strong understanding of engineering drawings, P&IDs and technical documentation. Key Responsibilities Develop and expand existing product ranges in line with customer and engineering requirements. Review and work from technical data sheets, specifications and engineering documentation. Interpret and understand P&IDs, process diagrams and engineering...

Panel Wireman 3 month Rolling Contract Based in Peterborough Monday - Friday 10 Hour Shifts £21ph Umbrella Opportunity to work for a major controls panel manufacturing company generating over £15milion annually.  If you are looking for a new contract, then please contact Adil Shaikh on (phone number removed) or email The day-to-day responsibilities of the Panel Wirer will include the following: Fabricate panels and fit electrical components according to detailed engineering drawings Drilling, Tapping, Trunking, Conduit of panel etc Installing electrical components such as circuit breakers, fuses, PLC’s Power supplies, motors, drives etc Wiring panels – crimping soldiering, terminating, stripping wires Basic testing of control panels The Panel Wireman must possess the following skills & experience: Proven experience in panel wirer within an industrial environment Understanding schematics and layout drawings Expertise in panel modification, building and machine...

Location: Cambridge (CB23) Duration: to end of January 2027 Job Type: Temporary Hours: 9am - 5pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: £14.00 per hour Job Reference: 36249 Polytec are looking for a Warehouse Assistant for our client based just outside Cambridge. You will be assisting them during their busy period in the run up to Christmas and into the New Year. Responsibilities: * Loading and unloading containers * Preparation and palletising of orders * Working in a warehouse you will be standing all day Requirements: * Can-do attitude * Commitment to work well with good timekeeping and reliability * Physically able to stand for long periods Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below

Job description Role Overview: Salary up to £35k ( Overtime available) This is a Mon- Fri role 07.30am to 4pm We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our manufacturing team. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor you will be responsible for the assembly, maintenance, and repair of mobile industrial water treatment systems. This hands-on role requires technical expertise in mechanical systems and a commitment to safety and quality standards. Key Responsibilities: * Assemble, install, maintain, and repair mechanical components to ensure optimal equipment functionality * Perform refurbishment and fabrication of parts and equipment * Conduct routine and preventative maintenance tasks * Calibrate and validate instruments to maintain accuracy and compliance * Work independently or collaboratively with qualified fitters, fabricators, welders, and electricians on larger projects * Adhere to Safety Risk Assessments and EHS (Environmental, Health &...

Job description Electrical Assembly Technician | Peterborough | £40,000 - £45,000 FTC 12 months Full-Time | Permanent | 37.5 hours per week 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays | Comprehensive Pension Scheme | Private Medical Insurance | Life Assurance | and much more! As water technologies experts, we don't just offer jobs – we build careers with purpose. We're on a mission of Ecological Transformation, and we're looking for a dedicated Electrical Assembly Technician to help us lead the charge. Full training on our products is planned into our Induction. This position is based 100% at our site in Peterborough, which is home to a large-scale regeneration facility as well as the base for a fleet of over 100 mobile water treatment units, primarily fixed within trailers and containers. What you'll be doing: * Fabrication, installation, and documentation of electrical systems * Working with single-phase, three-phase, low-voltage and extra low voltage electrical circuits...

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...

Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for a Lead Electrical Engineer. Reporting to the Design Team Lead, the successful candidate’s responsibilities will include the following: - * To take responsibility for the design, development and support of mixed electrical / electronic solutions from concept to completion following a detailed phase-gate development process. * Define processes, specifications, and procedures that support the design and manufacture of the Electrical 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 circuitry (includes, power electronics, harnesses, 28V high current systems). * Analysis, test and evaluation of Electrical circuits and components. * Electrical circuit protection analysis. * The ability to produce technical...

Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer. 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...

Our client is currently seeking a full time Counter Balance driver to work from their depot in Bedford. This is not your typical Forklift role, you must also have a valid UK driving license with no more than 6 points as driving the company van on an adhoc basis will be required. This is a hands on role working in the manufacturing team, and use of power tools and basic understanding of either carpentry or metal works would be desirable. Monday to Friday 8.30 to 5 This job will be made permanent for the right candidate

Fabricator Welder Location: Burton Latimer (NN15) Rate: £33-£35ph (CIS) Hours: Mon-Fri (08:00-16:30); potential overtime. Contract: Ongoing Immediate Start Nelson Permanent Placements are currently recruiting on behalf of our client who are a market leading Engineering Contractor working on-site at a Food Manufacturing Facility in Burton Latimer (NN15) They are looking for a Fabricator Welder to undertake mainly purged, Tig Welding and Fabricate Dairy Pipework in the Plant. Please note - You will be required to do an initial Weld Test at the Workshop in Burton Upon Trent. Fabricator Welder Requirements: * 3-4 years’ experience as a Fabricator Welder (within Food Manufacturing/Plant settings). * A Recognised qualification or Apprenticeship within Fabrication/Welding. * A Valid CCNSG Level 3 or CSCS Card. * Your own full kit, tools and PPE. How to Apply: Please send your CV to the email address detailed below. Should you wish to discuss other opportunities in...

Location: Cambridge (CB24) Duration: Temporary, 3-6 months initially, possible transfer to permanent Hours: 9am - 5pm (Monday to Friday), 30 minutes lunch break Salary: £13.70 per hour Reference: 36218 Polytec are looking for an Assembly Technician for our client based just north of Cambridge. This is a temporary role but could become permanent for the right person. Responsibilities: * Assembly, packing and despatch of products in a clean lab environment * Completion of manufacturing records and related documentation (ERP system) * Ensure all work is performed to agreed time scales Requirements: * Previous experience in an assembly and or despatch role preferred * Proven ability to perform with the highest accuracy and repeatability * Good communication and numerical skills * Punctual with a good attendance record * Capable of handling multiple tasks at the same time * Familiarity with following SOP's, working to ISO 13485 & ISO 9001 * Computer literate, previous...

4 industrial electricians required to start July 2026 for a 6 month industrial project in Kettering. 10hrs a day 5 days a week. JIB required IPAF preferred

Location: Ely (CB6) Duration: 5 month Fixed Term Contract Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Salary: Up to £30000 per annum, dependent on experience Job Reference: 36277 We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join our client based in Ely for a 5 month fixed term contract. You will be assembling, upgrading and testing components of cutting-edge equipment and should have a range of skills from electronics, test and measurement through to precision mechanical assembly. Responsibilities * Assemble and test electro-mechanical subsystems working to defined quality standards * Follow manufacturing and testing instructions * Assist with debugging, documentation and support across manufacturing unit Requirements * Practical experience in high-tech assembly/test - ideally in regulated industries * A can-do attitude for a variety of tasks including, goods-in inspection, stock control and manufacture * Skilled in using hand tools and test equipment (e.g.,...

Embedded Software Engineer | Outside IR35 | Cambridge The client is looking for specialist embedded software development services to deliver defined firmware components for an embedded Linux platform. They are looking for multiple software engineers, so I encourage you to apply if you have any recent experience developing software on an embedded Linux platform. Scope of Services * Development of embedded Linux firmware for target hardware platforms (OMAP & iMX6), including kernel configuration, BSP updates, and device driver enablement * Implementation of software required to support platform bring-up and peripheral integration (e.g. UART, SPI, I2C, PCIe) * Integration of firmware into the wider system, ensuring compatibility with existing software components * Investigation and resolution of technical issues relating to firmware, including hardware/software interaction faults * Production of supporting artefacts (design documentation, test specifications, and...

Mechanical Fitter We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Fitter Working as part of a skilled Engineering team, you will play a key role in the installation of material handling systems This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive maintenance professional with strong mechanical skills and experience within a heavy manufacturing or industrial environment. Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will have: * A recognised Mechanical Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, or City & Guilds Level 3). * Previous experience in a Mechanical Fitter or Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role within a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment. * The ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings. * Welding, grinding, and oxy-acetylene cutting experience. * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance. If you are an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking to join...

Location: Melbourn, near Royston (SG8) Type of Work: Temporary Duration: ongoing, possible permanent transfer Hours: 8am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hour week) Moving to weekly shift rotations after training Early / Late shift (6.15am - 2:15pm and 2pm - 10pm on a weekly rotation) Salary: £17 per hour Job Reference: 36238 Polytec are looking for Assembly Technicians to complete manufacturing tasks in a cleanroom environment for our client based in Melbourn, near Royston. While having your own transport would be beneficial, the location is also accessible by train. Responsibilities: * Assembling small plastic components within a cleanroom Requirements: * Experience assembling small items * Attention to detail, good dexterity and an awareness of quality requirements * Cleanroom experience would be useful but full training will be given. You must be comfortable in lab PPE including hairnet, shoe covers, gloves and coat * Familiarity with a glovebox assembly would be...