62 jobs found in Burnham-on-Sea

Applies an in depth understanding of design processes, tools, systems and techniques to an extensive range of design solutions associated with complex assemblies, components or systems. Is able to develop design solutions from the bottom up with limited information, applying the various design requirements to achieve appropriate design solutions. Working as part of a multi-functional team, the successful applicant will be currently working in a senior designer role and have many years’ experience of using CAD software to create 2D and 3D solid modelled designs, for a wide range of products from small components to large complex sub-systems. The successful applicant will take the Lead Design Engineers conceptual information or component list and develop into a detailed design and data pack that is suitable for manufacture. They will then manage the engineering/manufacturing interface through the relevant manufacturing processes. This will include overseeing the various...

Are you a Power Project Engineer with experience working on substations as part of National Grid projects?   Do you possess the Earthing Control Person (ECP), Earthing Application Person (EAP), and LVAP qualifications?   Rate: Dependent on Experience IR35: Inside/UMBRELLA Location: Bridgwater, South West England Contract Length: 6 months (with possibility of extension)   A leading contractor is seeking a Power Project Engineer to join a major 400/132kV substation project supporting a wider infrastructure development, including a data centre and EV battery manufacturing facility.   The project has recently mobilised and is currently in its early stages, with initial works focused on site setup and civil engineering activities. The overall programme is expected to run until 2029. As a Power Project Engineer, you will initially be involved in coordinating heavy civils works before progressing into a broader, full lifecycle project engineering role. You will be responsible...

Sustainable Talent is working with a Tier 1 contractor on an exciting Substation project in the southwest of England (Bridgewater): Project Details and Duration * The project is a substation next to a much larger project run by another company, which includes a large data centre and an EV battery factory. * The substation is a 400/132 KV substation. * The team has just mobilized the site. * Work currently involves getting the 'danties' in place for overhead lighting connections, followed by civils work. * This is a six-month contract with the possibility of an extension. Role and Responsibilities * The work currently is heavy civil work, and the role is "a little bit of everything". * Once the work begins, it will be a typical Project Engineer role. * The ideal candidate should be able to coordinate across the project, look at two or three work packages, and see the bigger picture—almost thinking like an assistant project manager. * The ideal candidate...

MEICA Project Engineer – MCC Projects (Water Sector) Location: Bridgwater and surrounding regions Project Values: £10,000 – £100,000 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Role Overview We’re looking for a proactive MEICA Project Engineer with strong electrical and control systems experience—particularly around MCC (Motor Control Centre) upgrades, replacements, and small-scale capital works in the water sector. You’ll help deliver multiple concurrent projects from early design through commissioning, ensuring work is safe, compliant, on time, and within budget. This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on engineering, working closely with supply chain partners, and being embedded in operational water-industry environments. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery * Lead the engineering and technical delivery of MCC-focused MEICA projects ranging from £10k to £100k. * Produce, review, and approve design documentation, drawings, and technical submissions. *...

MMA welders required! You must have an NVQ for welding or recognised apprenticeship, City and Guilds. MMA welder - Must be eligable to work in the UK!! Weld test- open root Butt in vert and overhead position plus a series of fillet welds. * Rates for a MMA welder * £29.34 per hour (basic, 38 hours) * £41.08 per hour (Overtime A) * £52.82 per hour (Overtime B) * £2.94 bonus per hour subject to certain conditions and paid monthly in arrears * £355.67 lodge allowance per week * 5% pension contribution from employer These are PAYE positions with no exceptions, holiday pay plus pension. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in MMA stick welding on a site or workshop environment. * Perform high-quality MMA welding tasks adhering to BS EN ISO 9606 standards. * Current or lapsed MMA/111 welding codes in fillet and butt welds, 6G covers all positions. * Adhere to strict health and safety rules. * There will be shift patterns, including potential...

Technical Data Entry - Aerospace Manufacturing 📍 Location: Clevedon nr Bristol 💰 Rate: £14-£15 per hour 📅 Contract: 6 Months +(Please note this role is fully based onsite in Clevedon)+ Are you detail-oriented with a knack for working with technical data? We're looking for a Data Entry person to support a key digitalisation project within the aerospace manufacturing sector. This could suit someone with experience in working with engineering/technical information with good excel skills and attention to detail. Or perhaps you have a recent qualification and you are looking for an entry role within the engineering sector. Role Overview: You'll play a vital role in transferring design drawings from a network location into a PLM system (Windchill). This involves: Reading and extracting key data from engineering drawings and spreadsheets Capturing details such as diameters, tolerances, treatments, customer names, issue levels, BOM structures, and more Populating a master...

Assembly Operative Mechanical Fitter Location: Clevedon, North Somerset Pay Rate: £13.85 per hour to £18.47 per hour overtime after 37.5 worked Shifts: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00 Holiday: 33 Days (25 days + 8 Bank Holidays) immediate start for the right candidate Pertemps are currently recruiting Assembly Operatives and Mechanical fitters to join a leading manufacturing company based in Clevedon. The company produces specialist vacuum and exhaust management systems used within the semiconductor industry. This is a great opportunity for someone with hands-on experience in manufacturing, engineering, or mechanical assembly looking for a stable Monday–Friday role. Key Duties * Mechanical assembly of frames, brackets and components * Building sub-assemblies using tools and equipment * Installing pipework and mechanical components * Fitting heaters and insulation to pipe runs * Following basic engineering drawings and work instructions * Supporting general...

Your new company My client is a part of a group that offers a range of services, including ecological consultancy. They were established over 40 years ago and have provided services to their clients nationally ever since. They work on a range of large scale infrastructure projects as well as conservation and others Your new role My client is looking for an Ecologist with a Badger Licence or extensive experience in badger surveys to work on a contract basis, outside IR35 regulations if required.You will be working for 2-3 weeks on a Somerset-based project. UK Wide projects available in the future. What you'll need to succeed Ecologist experience/Badger survey experience CSCS Card Own PPE (Required) / Specialist equipment is desirable. Full driving licence and vehicle Protected species licences are desirable. FISC qualification is also desirable. What you'll get in return £250 - £330 day rate (outside IR35 options available) Flexible contract duration with potential for...

Senior Site Manager – Roofing & Cladding Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Onsite - Monday - Friday The Project CarmichaelUK is supporting delivery partners at Hinkley Point C (HPC), one of the UK’s most complex mega‑projects. We’re recruiting an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead roofing and cladding packages across live, high‑compliance work fronts, coordinating multiple subcontractors and interfacing with QA, safety and programme teams. Key Responsibilities Own day‑to‑day delivery of roofing & cladding packages (metal roofing systems, composite/secret‑fix cladding, built‑up systems, rainscreen, penetrations, flashing details). Plan works, set short‑interval look‑aheads, sequence activities and manage resources to meet programme and milestones. Lead subcontractor coordination: RAMS reviews, permits, access/laydown, cranage, deliveries, logistics and interfaces with adjacent trades. Drive H&S excellence: daily briefings/toolbox talks, point‑of‑work...

Job title: Technical Support Engineer Job Type: Contract Start date: Immediate Duration: Up to Dec 2026 (Extension possible beyond this) Pay rate: Up to £180 PAYE / £240 Umbrella per day Location: Hinkley Point C Hours of work: 3 days on site, 2 working from home. Whether you're a recent engineering graduate or an early-career professional with a few years of experience, this is an excellent opportunity to step into the nuclear sector and develop your career on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects at Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Station, gaining hands-on experience, structured training, and exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams while building a strong foundation in a highly sought-after industry, with strong support for professional growth, continuous learning, and long-term developmental opportunities. Applicants should be able to demonstrate of the following skills/experience: Demonstrates a proactive mindset with a strong desire to learn,...

Senior / Principal Electronics Engineer (Contract) Power Electronics | Aerospace | Technical Leadership | Cardiff If you’re the person others turn to for power electronics expertise — this is where you take full ownership. This Senior / Principal Electronics Engineer role is about leading the design and development of aerospace power conversion systems that must perform in demanding, safety-critical environments. You’ll be trusted as the technical authority — shaping architecture, making key design decisions, and ensuring systems meet both performance and regulatory expectations. If you enjoy solving complex power challenges and want to influence how systems are designed from the ground up, this role gives you that scope. What You’ll Be Responsible For as a Senior / Principal Electronics Engineer You’ll take ownership of AC/DC and DC/DC converter design across the full development lifecycle. Your work will include: * Leading detailed design and development of aerospace power...

Test Engineer – Short Term Contract – Fully Remote VIQU have partnered with an NHS organisation who are looking for an experienced Test Engineer to support an ongoing project, working across .NET applications and Power Apps within an Agile delivery environment. This Test Engineer role is ideal for someone who can provide strong hands-on testing coverage in the short term, while taking ownership of building and embedding test automation from scratch using Playwright to improve quality and accelerate delivery. Key responsibilities: Picking up and managing testing tickets via Azure DevOps (ADO) Testing against defined acceptance criteria Manual and regression testing Creating and running test scripts Supporting Agile ceremonies and ways of working Implement a greenfield automation approach: establish frameworks, standards, and automated regression packs using Playwright Key skills & experience: Strong experience as a Test Engineer Hands‑on manual testing and regression...

Freelance Repairs and Breakdown Gas Engineer  - Cardiff We are working with a maintenance and property services company to recruit a self employed Gas Engineer in the Somerset and Bristol areas to do servicing and breakdowns in social housing properties for 6 months on a busy contract. Paid per call out: £24 per call using company van  £26.50 using own van You will have 12 calls per day and expect to service 8-12 of those, allowing for no entries. You can also call the team for extra appointments if required.    Job Role: Servicing and breakdown in properties Dealing with customers daily Driving to various properties in a close proximity  Requirements: Domestic Gas Engineer qualifications/ Gas Safe Card Cookers, Fires is essential Previous experience in a similar role Dealing with customers daily Oil - advantageous  G3 - advantageous Full UK driving license  A fantastic opportunity to join a busy and reputable contractor in a busy Gas Engineer role with the potential...

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location: Remote (with occasional site visits) Rate: £45-50 per hour (inside IR35 with possibility of outside) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: 6-month contract About the Opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Engineer for a 6-month contract. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £45-50 per hour and the flexibility of remote working for most of the week, with occasional site visits as required. You will play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure projects, particularly focusing on drainage design, highways, and network modelling. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead the design and delivery of infrastructure projects, focusing on drainage systems and highways. ·Utilise Civils 3D, InfoDrainage, and other relevant software to develop drainage and highway models. ·Ensure compliance with industry standards, SAB drainage design, and Welsh drainage design (where applicable). ·Collaborate closely with...

Senior Drainage Engineer Location: Bristol (with options in Liverpool or Birmingham) Rate: £45-£50 per hour Contract: Rolling 3-month contract If you're a drainage engineer who enjoys tackling complex surface water challenges on major infrastructure schemes - this is a role where you can genuinely add value from day one. We are working with a leading engineering consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Drainage Engineer to support a portfolio of large-scale civil projects. This contract role focuses on surface water and temporary drainage design, offering exposure to technically interesting work beyond standard pipe systems. The Role You'll play a key role in delivering drainage solutions across a range of live projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs are robust, practical, and compliant. Key duties include: ·Producing surface water drainage designs for major civil and infrastructure schemes ·Supporting temporary works and interim design...

CFD Engineer - Contract Bristol Competitive Hourly Rate Our client is a specialist engineering company that delivers a range of products, solutions and technical services within the defence and aerospace markets and they are recruiting for a CFD Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. As a CFD Engineer, your role will focus on delivering a variety of CFD modelling activities and analyses across aerospace related projects.   This role will be based at their Bristol office with occasional travel to their client's sites as required.    CFD Engineer Responsibilities:   Interact with internal and external customers on a technical and programme level  Develop suitable methodologies and conduct CFD analyses at a consistently high standard within budget  Preparation, presentation of technical reports and proposals  Support the preparation of project management planning documentation including quality, technical and budget plans  Maintain the project documentation in...

Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Manufacturing Based in Bristol – 1 Week Contract (Possible Extension) Monday to Friday – 08:00 to 16:00 (Minimum 10 Hours Paid Per Day) Outside IR35 – £30ph The business is currently seeking an Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support the on-site team in Bristol. This role involves working as part of a team on a full service and overhaul of conveyors, boxing machines, and AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots), ensuring minimal downtime across operations. If you are available for an immediate contract with potential extension, please get in touch. Key Responsibilities Work as part of a team servicing and overhauling: Conveyor systems Boxing/packaging machinery AMR robots Carry out reactive maintenance, including fault finding and component replacement Perform planned preventative maintenance Skills & Experience Required Strong electrical & mechanical background  Previous experience within automation &...

We are hiring Electrical Systems Designers to join an engineering and manufacturing company in Bristol, on both contract and permanent bases. Design, develop, and implement electrical systems and components for our products, adhering to EN(phone number removed), EN13849, UL, and CSA standards and experience in CE marking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with mechanical, software, and firmware components. Produce detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts using industry-standard CAD software. Manage the planning of engineering tasks and allocation of resources with the management team and other Lead Engineers. Ensure the delivery of engineering work to deadlines. Provide guidance and mentorship to engineering team members, helping to ensure their professional growth and development, including onboarding new staff. Ensure the output of the team is in a standard format, and complies with company quality, as well as other regulatory...

Civil Design Engineer - Reinforced Concrete | Nuclear Projects Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 2 days WFH) Contract length: 12 months Rate: Up to £65hr (Inside IR35) Are you a Civil Design Engineer who thrives on technical detail, complex calculations, and design accuracy? Are you ready to contribute to the delivery of some of the UK's most critical reinforced concrete infrastructure in the nuclear sector? Our client - a leading multinational consultancy - is setting the standard in the nuclear energy sector. With a powerhouse presence across Europe and a fast-growing reputation in the UK market, they are now delivering some of the nation's most critical civil engineering projects, including Hinkley Point C. Expectations and Skillsets ·Lead the technical review of design queries, detailed structural calculations for reinforced concrete elements and design changes. ·Perform technical reviews of designs while engaging in the drawing process itself using the Ansys software. ·Ensure...

Structural Engineer Bristol Contract Salary: £(Apply online only) per day (umbrella) We are looking for experienced, Structural Engineers to a engineering team on the Hinkley Point C nuclear new build. This is a unique opportunity to work on complex reinforced concrete and steel structures using advanced digital construction methods. You will collaborate with site engineers, CAD teams, and international design offices to deliver innovative solutions. Key Responsibilities: Modify and detail reinforced concrete and steel designs in line with Eurocodes. Prepare and coordinate 3D BIM and 2D drawings with CAD and design teams. Manage engineering changes, field requests, and non-conformance issues. Liaise with site teams, contractors, and international back-office engineers. Conduct site inspections and technical reviews.Requirements: Civil, Structural, or Infrastructure Engineering background. 5+ years UK experience, ideally in reinforced concrete and steel design. Experience in...