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Engineering Colchester

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Dec 04, 2025  
Senior Engineering Project Manager
Engineering Project Manager 6 Month initial Contract Work Location: Stevenage Overview of department:   The role sits within the Electronics Engineering department. They are growing, dedicated and we work as a team to deliver projects. You will be managing detailed design of electronics products such as printers, small thermostats ect.   Responsibilities: Your role as a Senior Engineering Project Manager (SEPM) is to deliver our most complex and priority projects to time, cost and quality; to drive the design, development and delivery of our highly complex electronic sub-systems, from concept through into full production. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a senior member of the project management team; someone who will contribute to our delivery strategy.   Skillset/experience required: Someone with drive, passion and commitment who has: Experience of Project Management best practice: Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Compliance Management, Configuration Management...
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CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
CL
Mar 10, 2026  
Welder
Welder/Fabricator An established Engineering company based just outside of Sudbury is looking for a Welder/Fabricator to join their team. As the welder/fabricator your duties will include * MIG Welding * Read and interpret drawings * Architectural metalwork * Ability to work independently as well as in a team You must have experience of using MIG welding and experience in metalwork. You will need to have good attention to detail and good timekeeping. Salary: £14 - £15 per hour depedning on experience Working hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 16:30 overtime available and paid at an enhanced rate
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CV-Library CO10, Chilton, Suffolk Contractor
CL
Mar 15, 2026  
CNC Setter Operator
An exciting role within an automotive component manufacturer has come up for a CNC Setter Operator. The company design, engineer, and manufacture solutions for some of the worlds most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. Think Mercedes-AMG, McLaren, Ford GT, Aston Martin, Pininfarina etc. Paying up to £17ph working, working Monday to Friday, 6am until 2.30pm. Overtime available when production demands. This role is a temporary to permanent position. Responsibilities:- Responsible for setting 3-axis vertical machining centre's (VMC's) with the option to bolt on a 4th axis, or 4th and 5th axis rotary table Overseeing quality control of work, employing a range of inspection equipment to check parts against engineering drawings Responsible for the setting of 3 and 5 axis machines to run low-volume production jobs Provide feedback to programmers on new or existing programs to refine the manufacturing process Work with a variety of materials including aluminium, steel,...
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CV-Library Witham, Essex Contractor
CL
Mar 03, 2026  
Welder
Welder/Fabricator – Temp to Perm Opportunity 📍 Location: Witham 🏭 Industry: Automotive Equipment Manufacturing 🕒 Hours: Monday – Friday, 07:00 – 15:00 🚀 Immediate Start Available Stonetech Recruitment is seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join a leading automotive equipment manufacturer in Witham. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity for a skilled professional looking for long-term stability. Key Responsibilities: 🔧 MIG Welding to high standards 🏗️ Fabricating components with precision 📐 Reading and working from technical drawings What We’re Looking For: ✅ Proven experience in MIG welding & fabrication ✅ Strong attention to detail and quality control ✅ Ability to interpret and follow technical drawings 📢 Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply now for an immediate start
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CV-Library Witham, Essex Contractor
CL
Mar 14, 2026  
Quality Engineer
Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role: Quality Engineer x 3 Location Sudbury UK Fully site based Monday to Friday ASAP Start 6 months initially Inside IR35 £20-23 Per hour (TBD) PAYE Rates The Quality Operations Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and improving key elements of the Quality Management System (QMS) for the Sudbury Site, developing a culture of Quality by education, mentoring and example. Job Responsibilities: Provide Quality support to the Manufacturing Operations Team Support CAPA & Issue Resolution to ensure timely and accurate completion. Administer & support the deviation process to ensure timely and accurate completion. Administer & support the quality notification process to ensure timely and accurate completion. Prepare for supplier, customer, regulatory & notified body audits as required. Conduct internal & supplier quality audits as required. Support the change control process. Prepare, review,...
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CV-Library Sudbury, Suffolk Contractor
CL
Mar 10, 2026  
Welder
Job Specification – Welder / Fabricator Location: Braintree, Essex Pay: £16.00 – £18.00 per hour (depending on experience) Contract Type: Permanent (subject to a 3-month probation period) Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm About the Role: A well-established manufacturing company in Braintree is seeking a skilled Welder / Fabricator to join their growing team. This is a hands-on, full-time position offering long-term stability, excellent pay, and great company benefits. You’ll be working in a structural and architectural fabrication environment, contributing to high-quality projects across a range of sectors. Key Responsibilities: * MIG welding of mild steel components (3mm – 40mm thickness) * Interpreting and working from technical engineering drawings * Operating fabrication machinery and equipment * Working to execution class 2 welding standards * Fabricating bespoke and structural components to specification *...
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CV-Library CM7, Braintree, Essex Contractor
CL
Mar 14, 2026  
Welder
Job Title: Welder Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Salary: £15ph-£16ph & Overtime Available @ increased rates Working Hours: 06:30-15:00 Contract: Rolling contract We need a welder to work for a well established engineering firm in Ipswich, Suffolk. This will be a varied welding role, predominantly MIG welding but will also involved some TIG and use of fabrication machinery. To be successful for this role, you MUST be able to TIG & MIG weld mild & stainless steel. You will be required to work independently so it is essential that you can read and work from engineering drawings and comply with weld symbols and standards as required. The company offer a fantastic facility that is well-kept, clean workshop which follows lean manufacturing processes. Welder fabricator duties include: - MIG Welding from 2mm-15mm Fabricating with various hand & power tools Use of cutting, drilling & grinding machinery Always follow & adhere to the company's health and safety...
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CV-Library Ipswich, Suffolk Contractor
CL
Mar 11, 2026  
Industrial Cleaner
Tennial Personnel are currently recruiting for a reliable and self-motivated Cleaner to join a professional cleaning team covering sites in Ipswich and Felixstowe. This opportunity offers a range of available shifts across multiple sites. While applicants are not required to cover all shifts, flexibility to take on a combination of them would be advantageous and will allow you to secure additional hours. The role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness across corridors, office spaces, bathrooms and other designated areas within each site. Key Responsibilities: Carry out cleaning duties across allocated areas within each site Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene Safely manage key safes, fobs and access codes where required Communicate effectively with supervisors and on-site staff Adhere to Health & Safety and safeguarding policies at all times Available Working Hours Felixstowe: Tuesday and Thursday: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Skills Required...
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CV-Library Ipswich, UK Contractor
CL
Mar 08, 2025  
Apache Mechanic
M&E Global is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We are currently looking for Apache Mechanics and Avionic Technicians to join our team The role Based in Illesheim, Germany you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a US Military base. This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as an Apache Mechanic, working in an exciting environment. Knowledge and Skills Required To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to fulfil each of the following essential duties: * You must have minimum 3 years’ experience working on the desired aircraft. * Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts. * Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair. * Basic knowledge of electrical theory and a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment,...
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CV-Library Ipswich, Suffolk Contractor
CL
Feb 08, 2026  
Oil Engineer
Example Recruitment Group are recruiting for a National Heating contractor specialising within the Local Authority sector and they have an amazing opportunity for an OIL/GAS Engineer to work on a permanent basis will call-out & overtime regularly available. You will be given service and repair work and all the appointments are pre-booked with a very high access rate. They are currently recruiting for an OIL/GAS Engineer to join their team in Suffolk and Essex. The Role: * Oil service and repair work within Domestic Housing association properties * All appointments pre-booked * Very high access rate * Working in CO/IP postcodes Requirements: * Qualifications required: Oil and Gas * Full UK Driving Licence * Clean DBS
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CV-Library IP1, Ipswich, Suffolk Contractor
CL
Mar 13, 2026  
XR Engineer
XR Engineer 9-month initial contract Based in Essex (4 days pw onsite) £29.59ph - £38.38ph (Inside IR35) *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK* About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Essex, who are looking for an XR Engineer to join their team. Job Description As XR Engineer, your main responsibilities will include: XR Review Leadership Data & Workflow Management Data Pipeline Tool Development Continuous Improvement Qualifications/Skills needed Knowledge of the Clients' internal systems, specifically Teamcenter and VisMockUp. Deep understanding of Autodesk VRED and Game Engine tools Experience coding in Python or C++ Strong understanding of LLMs Background in IT hardware, networking, and XR hardware systems Why work through Contechs? Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy....
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CV-Library Essex, UK Contractor
CL
Mar 11, 2026  
Electrical Technician
Astute's Power team is working with a leading engineering services provider to recruit an Electrical Technician on a 6 month contract for its Essex site. The Electrical Technician role comes with an hourly rate of £30-£35 per hour. Key skills required for the Electrical Technician role 18th Edition Gold Card Must be apprenticeship trained Must have experience working in a large scale industrial environment Location, day rate and timeframe of the Electrical Technician role Sites around the London and Essex areas. Inside IR35 Initial 6 Month Contract, with possibility to extend. Company Van and Fuel Card provided. Tablet and Tools provided.Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their...
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CV-Library Essex, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 18, 2025  
Gas Engineer
Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Heating Engineers – Ongoing Service Contract Location: Chelmsford Client: National Heating Contractor (Local Authority Sector) Contract Type: Ongoing, Self-Employed About the Role: Example Recruitment Group is seeking experienced self-employed heating engineers to join a well-established national heating contractor. You will be working on a long-term service contract with a local housing association, providing landlord gas safety checks. Key Details: * Work Type: Landlord Gas Safety Checks * Commitment: Ideally 5 days per week (minimum 3 days per week considered) * Contract Length: Ongoing * Payment Terms: Weekly, one week in arrears * Rate: £24 per completed property Benefits: * Local Work: Jobs booked in one area for the day * Weekly Payments: No need to chase invoices * Flexibility: Monday to Friday, with part-time options (min. 3 days per week) * Pre-Booked Appointments: All appointments are scheduled via a PDA...
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CV-Library Chelmsford, Essex Contractor
CL
Feb 19, 2026  
Paint Prepper
Are you a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual with a keen eye for detail and a willingness to learn? Do you have an interest in industrial painting? Job Title: Paint Prepper Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Salary: £12.21 Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.00am to 4.30pm / Friday 8.00am to 3.30pm Contract Type: Temporary ongoing - could go perm for the right candidate. Our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk is seeking a Paint Prepper on a temporary ongoing basis. As a Paint Preper your duties will include: * Perform basic painting preparation within an industrial environment * Learn and develop skills in paint spraying for future tasks * Use power tools for painting preparation. An ideal candidate for the Paint Prepper will have: * Willingness to learn paint spraying in the future. Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Haverhill, Suffolk, following a registration process by PureKat Consultancy Ltd. If we have not responded to your...
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CV-Library Haverhill, Suffolk Contractor
CL
Jan 31, 2026  
General Operative
Do you have experience in operating machinery? Job title: General Operative Location: Haverhill Hourly Rate: up to £13.00ph DOE Contract: Temporary on-going Hours: Monday - Friday Set shift on either earlies (6am-2pm) lates (2pm-10pm) or nights (10pm-6am night premium paid) Sector: Manufacturing An opportunity has arisen for General Operative for our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk As the General Operative your duties will include: * Operate and maintain a variety of machinery including lathes, milling machines, drilling rigs and cutting equipment * Set up, align and calibrate tooling, work‑holders and fixtures for machining components * Assemble machined parts, carry out finishing operations * Monitor machine performance, conduct routine checks, perform basic maintenance, and report issues promptly. An ideal candidate for the General Operative will have: * Familiarity with machining previously. Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews...
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CV-Library Haverhill, Suffolk Contractor
CL
Mar 12, 2026  
ATM Engineer
Field Service Engineers ATM /Breakfix We are excited to offer an opportunity for skilled engineers to join us on a flexible pay-per-hour basis, supporting ATM First Line Maintenance (FLM) activity. The role is inside the IR35 What we’re looking for * Passing a Pre Employment Screening Level 4 is essential * Previous ATM experience is desirable but not required – full training will be provided. * Flexibility to work within our operational window of Monday to Sunday, 08:00–22:00. * Availability for 8.5–9 hour shifts (including a 30-minute unpaid break), 5 days over 7. * You must have your own vehicle and a full UK driving licence. * Own an Android smartphone * Supply your own hand tools * Skills and Experience Required * Strong background in electromechanical or IT field service engineering. * Ability to work with networked devices, routers, and cabling. * Competence in the installation, deinstallation, and commissioning of ATMs or similar...
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CV-Library Southend-on-Sea, Essex Contractor
CL
Jan 06, 2026  
Gas Service Engineer
Example Recruitment Group is currently recruiting on behalf of a well established National Heating contractor operating within the Local Authority sector. They require a self-employed Domestic Gas Service Engineer to carry out annual landlord gas safety checks for a Local Council. Earn between £230 - £345 per day Contract details below: Work Type: Annual landlord gas safety checks (CP12s) - pre-booked appointments via PDA Location: SS postcodes Working days: Monday to Friday 5 days per week Contract Length: Ongoing Rates: £23 per completed property (average 10-15 completed jobs per day) Payment Terms: Weekly one week in hand Requirements: - Experience servicing boilers and gas appliances - ACS qualifications including cookers and fires - Gas Safe Registration - Van - Calibrated flue gas analyser - £2m Public Liability Insurance To apply for this vacancy please use an up to date CV and we will be in touch to discuss the role and provide further information
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CV-Library SS2, Southend-on-Sea, Essex Contractor
CL
Mar 14, 2026  
Qualified Electricians - Stansted Airport
Damicor are recruiting for Qualified Electricians at Stansted Airport!   You will be working on the Airport Lounge Refurbishment project (strip out, first & second fix, containment etc)   Key Information    Location: Stansted Airport Hourly Rate: £27 per hour, via CIS Hours: Paid 9.5  Start & Finish Time: 7am - 4:30pm  Length: 12 months  Parking: Free Parking   Requirements   Due to the environment applicants must hold the following to be considered:- Compliant to live and work in the UK  Willing to obtain an Airside Pass Willing to apply for a DBS Check  JIB/ECS Gold Card IPAF 3a & 3b    Please apply via the advert or contact Katie Jaggers at (url removed) or (phone number removed) to find out more
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CV-Library London Stansted Airport (STN), Bassingbourn Rd, Stansted CM24 1QW, UK Contractor
CL
Nov 15, 2025  
Production Technician
Location: Newmarket (CB8) Duration: Temporary - 4 months initially with potential to become permanent Hours: 8:30 am until 4:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: £26,000 Job Reference: 35853 Polytec are looking for Production Technicians for our Newmarket based client. Responsibilities: * Assembly of antenna kits, following documentation, ensuring Health and Safety regulations are adhered to * Operate Test and Measurement equipment * Ensure all relevant paperwork for each job is completed Requirements: * Previous experience of light mechanical assembly work * Electronics background or microwave experience preferable * Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and costs * Good soldering skills would be an advantage Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below
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CV-Library CB8, Cheveley, Cambridgeshire Contractor
CL
Jan 31, 2026  
MIG / TIG Welder
Do you have a previous experience as a MIG / TIG Welder? Job Title: MIG / TIG Welder Location: Saffron Walden, Essex Salary: £NEG DOE Hours: Monday - Friday - 39 hours per week Contract Type: Full time, Temp to Perm Sector: Engineering & Technical Our client based in Saffron Walden, Essex is seeking an experienced MIG / TIG Welder to join their team on a full time, temp to perm basis. As a MIG / TIG Welder your duties will include: * Weld / Fabricate a range of structural and architectural metalwork * Grind and clean up welds to a high standard * Work from technical drawings * Complete quality checks * Operate other workshop machinery as and when required. An ideal candidate for the MIG / TIG Welder will have: * Previous experience as a MIG / TIG Welder * Working with a team experience * Counterbalance Forklift licence beneficial but not essential. Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Saffron...
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CV-Library Saffron Walden, Essex Contractor
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