53 jobs found in Kempston

MPI require a Mechanical Fitter to work on a long term contract basis, for our client based in Kempston 40 hours per week Mon - Fri 7:00am – 15:30pm, with half hour lunch break but this can vary when working on client sites Our client is an established manufacturer of water processing equipment, based in Bedford. They require a skilled mechanical fitter to assist with installations of equipment on client sites. The role will involve travelling to client sites and assisting an engineering team with the installation of a wide range of processing / treating equipment. Experience of working on Water Treatment works is always an advantage. ESSENTIAL CSCS Card – Green (as a minimum) Blue or Gold SSSTS or SMSTS EUSR (water Hygiene) Confined Space PASMA (Scaffold Towers) First Aid JOB PURPOSE To work safely at all times and to always consider the safety of others in anything they do. To deliver mechanical services on defined projects. To take instruction from a team leader. To...

Supplier Quality Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire, UK £43,000-£55,000 p/a + BUPA, bonus, benefits 37.5 hours per week + 4 Day Work Week option Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. We are seeking a proven Supplier Quality Engineer to cover a Fixed Term of 12 months in support of a surge in Manufacturing & Production across several very busy defence programmes. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and reporting on all...

CNC Machinist Bedford, commutable from: Kettering, Cambridge, Northampton, Luton, Milton Keynes 6 Months £28.00 to £35.00 per hour (Inside IR35, Umbrella PAYE) + Overtime Excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist to join an innovative company, taking on a key role in producing high-precision components for world-leading research projects. This company operates one of the only facilities in the world that specialises in this niche field. They are now looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to join their team on a contract basis. The day-to-day responsibilities of this role includes setting and operating CNC milling machines (3, 4, and 5-axis), interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring precise machining of bespoke parts to tight tolerances. The ideal candidate will have experience with CNC setting and operation, a strong understanding of machining processes, and a high level of attention to detail. Experience with Heidenhain controls is desirable, but will happily...

Defence Quality Engineer **** This role is inside IR35, and candidates will be required to work via an Umbrella Company. Seeking an Aerospace Quality Engineer full-time (37.5 hours per week) for a 12-month+ project near Milton Keynes, England. Flexible working options including 4 day week. Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to support a range of projects across our customers' organisation. The role will play a critical part in ensuring that quality standards are consistently met, maintained, and improved throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for all quality-related matters, working closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and project management. You will be responsible for identifying, managing, and resolving quality issues, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and external standards. This is a dynamic position requiring the ability to...

Panel Wireman 1 month Rolling Contract Based in Bedfordshire Monday - Friday 10 Hour Shifts £22ph Outside IR35 I am looking for a skilled Switchgear Builder / Panel Wirer to join our manufacturing team who will be responsible for building, wiring, and testing low and medium voltage switchgear systems used in critical infrastructure projects across the UK. If this is you, please contact Adil Shaikh on (phone number removed) or email The day-to-day responsibilities of the Switchgear Builder will include the following: Build switchgear panels from engineering drawings and schematics Install components such as circuit breakers, relays, contactors, and busbars Carry out panel wiring to a high standard using wiring diagrams Terminate, crimp, and label cables neatly and accurately Perform basic electrical testing (continuity, insulation resistance, etc.) Work closely with engineers and inspectors to resolve build issues Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment...

Tooling Design Engineer 6 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering up to £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using CREO? Do you have experience using PDM Windchill? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Tooling Design Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop manufacturing tooling within any of the following technologies; NC Machining Composite layup Designing any new tooling & fixturing requirements Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications Creation of detailed process instructions Creation of Manufacturing BOM's / routings to aid ease of manufacture Active involvement in the...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer 6 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with MRP systems? Do you have experience with SAP or similar ERP systems? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop manufacturing processes Defining sequence of operations, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer 6 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering £50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with 5 Axis CNC Machining? Do you have experience of MRP Systems and managing BOMs? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop manufacturing processes Medium /Large CNC machined components Defining sequence of operations, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and...

Electrical Design Engineer - HV/LV (BESS / Grid Connection) 📍 Location: Olney, MK46 💼 Type: Contract 💰 Salary: £180 - £240 a day - Open to discussion About the Role We are seeking a highly capable Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of a major energy infrastructure project, with a strong focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and grid integration. You will be responsible for delivering electrical design work from concept through to construction and commissioning, working across both low voltage (LV) and high voltage (HV) systems up to 33kV. A key aspect of the role will involve designing how BESS assets connect into the wider transmission network (up to 400kV). This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to grid-scale energy projects and contribute across the full project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Deliver LV and HV electrical designs (up to 33kV) from concept through to detailed design and commissioning Produce high-quality...

Senior / Lead Electrical Design Engineer - HV/LV (BESS / Grid Connection) 📍 Location: Olney, MK46 💼 Type: Contract 💰 Salary: £220 - £300 - Open to discussion About the Role We are looking for a Senior / Lead Electrical Design Engineer to play a key role in delivering a major grid-scale energy infrastructure project, with a strong focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and transmission network integration. In this role, you will lead the delivery of electrical design from concept through to construction and commissioning, covering both LV and HV systems (up to 33kV). You will also provide technical oversight on how BESS assets connect into the wider transmission network (up to 400kV). This is a high-impact position offering ownership of design outputs, stakeholder engagement, and technical leadership across a complex, large-scale programme. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver HV/LV electrical design activities across the full project lifecycle Provide technical...

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...

Highway Development Management Engineer 3 months - extension likely £380 a day inside IR35   Are you a Development Management Engineer looking for a new challenge? Our client is an ambitious local authority who are seeking a Development Management Engineer with experience in commenting on and reviewing planning applications to join them on a contract basis, initially for 3 months.   Your key responsibilities:   ·Provide professional advice to teams including but not limited to planning, flood management, building control and highway maintenance functions as well as external partners on the transport implications of development proposals ·To prepare and issue statutory highway and transport related consultation responses to planning applications and all that this entails including site visits, layout assessment and any other matters relating to the planning consultation process including preparation of evidence for appeals. ·Co-ordinating and managing the process of...

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...

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...

Location; Milton Keynes We are working with a highly automated logistics and warehouse operation in Milton Keynes supporting a fast-paced distribution environment. The site operates advanced materials handling and automated warehouse systems, with a strong focus on uptime, reliability and operational efficiency. This is a great opportunity for a Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter to join the existing maintenance team on a 12-month contract. Working outside IR35, this role offers strong contract stability and the opportunity to gain experience within a well-structured automated environment. You will be responsible for supporting day-to-day maintenance activities across the site, carrying out first-line mechanical fixes, planned preventative maintenance and general mechanical upkeep of warehouse equipment. This role would suit a Mechanical Fitter or Maintenance Engineer with previous industrial, warehouse or manufacturing experience who enjoys hands-on mechanical work in a fast-paced...

Electrical Tester Vacancy We are currently seeking to recruit an Electrical Tester This role will be based in Wolverton. This is what we need you to do…. Responsibilities: * Read schematic drawings * With minimal supervision investigate rolling stock faults found within the test process * Assist the engineering process where necessary * Work within a high voltage environment * Download and process train diagnostic data, undertake fault finding to an advanced level * Test all types of on train systems * Produce complex, analytical technical reports on fault investigation * If required deputise for test team leader * Keep test paperwork up to date, including test sheets and fault logs * Liaise with production departments when necessary * Attend off site railway depots to support our customers requirement This is what we need you to have…. Educational Requirements & Relating Experience: * Equivalent to GCSE C and above in Maths and English. *...

Role:  Machine Setter Location: Letchworth Hours: Friday - Sunday 6pm to 6am Salary: Up to £16.90 per hour (includes a shift allowance) will increase after 12 weeks  An excellent opportunity has now arisen for a Machine Setter to join our client on a Temporary to permanent basis. Main Duties of a Machine Operator Running machines manufacturing small products resetting and programming when needed  Keeping working area clean and tidy Training provided to learn to set machines to run What we would like from you as a Machine Operator Previous experience machine setting experience  Engineering experience essential  Must be committed and reliable Able to stand for long periods   WGCTEMPS By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our  and give OA Group authorisation to hold you provided data. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application...

Site Engineer - Civil Engineering Location: Luton, Bedfordshire Project Type: Civil / Infrastructure Works Employment Type: Temporary Our client is looking to add an experienced Site Engineer to join their team in delivering major infrastructure works. This Site Engineer role will include various responsibilities such as ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and in line with relevant standards. As a Site Engineer, you will play a key role in interpreting technical designs, coordinating site activities, and supporting programme delivery across your section of works. Key Responsibilities Interpret and understand design specifications and drawings Carry out accurate setting out using GPS and Total Station equipment Deliver setting out for earthworks and drainage Review design information and raise technical queries to the Section Engineer to ensure smooth workflow Contribute to the 4-week lookahead programme for your area's works Work closely with supervisors and the...

Principal Systems Engineer Luton 12-Month Contract Paying up to £85p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Development of RF system requirements. Assisting engineering domains in design and integration activities. Assisting with requirements definition for integration, qualification, verification, and validation activities Essential: Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) Experience working in an agile environment and experience across the full engineering lifecycle Knowledge of modelling and analysis using MATLAB and Cameo, Knowledge of the fully systems lifecycle Previous experience working on RF systems OR EW projects within the Aerospace or Defence sector is desirable Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering...

Electricians - Required for a contract role in Kettering ***Immediate Starts available*** I am recruiting for 2 x Electricians who have previous experience with the installation of Conveyor systems. This role would suit skilled Electricians who have previous experience of working with in large distribution centres and who have previously work on the installation of conveyor systems. We can offer an immediate start for the right candidate. Hours are Monday to Thursday (7am - 6pm) with an earlier finish on Fridays. Duration of works is currently estimated to be around 8 - 10 weeks. If you are an Electrician with previous experience of working with conveyors, or Automated equipment, please contact Graeme at Damicor for more information or apply with your most recent CV Damicor | Contract | Electrician | Conveyors | Kettering | CIS