44 manufacturing engineer jobs found in Luton

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire Salary: £40-50 per hour Contract: 7 Months Role Overview – Manufacturing Engineer Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with strong CNC machining and CAM programming expertise? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering organisation as they continue to develop and refine their precision machining capability. As a CNC‑focused Manufacturing Engineer, you will take ownership of developing and optimising machining processes across complex components, working with advanced CNC equipment and industry‑leading CAM software. You’ll act as the technical specialist for CNC methods, tooling, fixturing, programming and machining standards, ensuring consistent quality, efficiency and right‑first‑time performance. This is an on‑site role based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, working within a state‑of‑the‑art advanced manufacturing environment with the benefit of a 4‑day working week (Mon–Thu). Key...

We are supporting a leading engineering and manufacturing business that delivers specialist solutions across the aerospace, power generation, rail, and oil & gas sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team on an initial 8-month contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly technical electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, supporting both existing production and new product introduction activities while driving Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the business. The Role Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering, you will provide hands-on manufacturing engineering support across production cells, helping improve process efficiency, reduce waste, and support the introduction of new products and manufacturing methods. Key Responsibilities Support production and manufacturing cells with day-to-day engineering activities Drive Lean...

CAD Detailer Location: Sevenoaks Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days per week in the office Contract: Initial 12-month contract, with potential to become permanent Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented CAD/SolidWorks Detailer to support the creation of high-quality manufacturing and fabrication documentation. This role is focused on converting concepts, engineering input, and design information into precise, production-ready drawings and technical packages. The successful candidate will work closely with production teams, machinists, fabricators, and manufacturing engineers to ensure designs are practical, accurate, and ready for manufacture. Key Responsibilities * Produce manufacturing-ready 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks and CAD software * Create detailed shop drawings, assembly drawings, and exploded views * Apply accurate dimensions, tolerances, weld symbols, fasteners, and material specifications * Ensure drawings comply with...

Quality Engineer Luton 5-Month Contract Paying up to £37p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Act as the Quality focal point for in-service and returns material activities Support investigation and resolution of non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and approve quality documentation related to returns, concessions, and repair activities Ensure effective traceability and configuration control of returned and unserviceable items Interface with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations) and external suppliers Ensure compliance with AS9100, Leonardo Quality Management System, and customer contractual requirements Contribute to continuous improvement activities across in-service quality processes Deliver compliant products in a timely manner, meeting all cost and safety requirements Provide reports and supporting data to the Programme, Project, and functional teams Required Experience Further education and/or...

Our client, a leading provider in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking an enthusiastic Quality Engineer for an initial 4-month contract to support a range of projects within their Customer Support & Service Solutions (CS3) Division. This role covers fast jet and several other in-service platforms and will be based onsite in Luton. Key Responsibilities: Support the Principal Quality Engineer and Quality Manager in driving objectives to meet or exceed targets Act as Quality focal point for in-service and returns material activities Support investigation and resolution of non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and approve quality documentation related to returns, concessions, and repair activities Ensure effective traceability and configuration control of returned and unserviceable items Interface with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations) and external suppliers Ensure compliance with AS9100, the Quality...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.         Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol – depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days a week likely onsite (likely could be lower on a week by week basis; depending on work). 1 day remote. (flexible on start and finish time). A compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday) a possibility. Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.     Experience specifically required: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic Component level fault finding CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. Environmental testing would also be an advantage. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Hourly Rate: £36.00ph (Umbrella).  Time and a quarter Overtime rate for hours worked over 37 hours Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Development...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Codification Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be a hybrid position of 1-2 days in office, rest of the week remote.   Candidates from the following fields would be well suited to this role: Configuration Engineer, Engineering Data Engineer, Engineering Data Analyst, Technical Data Engineer, Product Configuration Engineer, ILS Engineer (Integrated Logistics Support Engineer), Supportability Engineer, Defence Logistics Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Supply Chain Engineer (Defence), Codification Engineer, NATO Codification Specialist, NSN Codification Engineer, PLM Engineer, SAP Master Data Engineer, and Configuration/Data Management Specialist within engineering or manufacturing environments. Rate: £45 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer (Military Packaging Design) subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.  Other CAD Package skills are also fine.         Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 2-3 days min on site. Although this can change due to workload. Can be continually reviewed. Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer - Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional...

Project Engineer 12 Month Contract Stevenage £50 per hour Umbrella   Overview of department: WSSE are integral in the development of systems and system architectures, and as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full product life cycle. The team integrate real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisations, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support.   Responsibilities: Support the delivery of integration tools to customers acting as the liaison between WSSE and Manufacturing Working with Project Leads and development teams to understand the critical path activities to ensure we deliver on time. You will work as part of a heterogeneous agile development team, made up of mixed discipline engineers working in synergy to deliver the simulations and representations of real equipment. The role requires you to deploy existing software packages provided to you from the software...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

Lead Structural Engineer 12 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering between £55-£66ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with metallic and composite parts? Do you have experience in MSC Nastran? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answers are yes to these, then this could be the role for you! As the Lead Structural 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! Due to the nature of what you will be working on, you will be required to obtain high level MOD security clearance. You will be involved in: Developing and validating high‑fidelity finite‑element models for metallic, composite, and hybrid structures Executing static, dynamic, vibrational, thermal, and fluid‑structure interaction analyses Performing...

Are you a dedicated and experienced Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer who thrives on keeping things moving? We are partnering with a large global manufacturer to find a highly competent, motivated engineering professional to join their team. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to become the backbone of a high-performing production facility. If you have a passion for real-time troubleshooting, a knack for solving complex mechanical and electrical puzzles, and want to secure a role with a massive global brand, we want to hear from you today! This role utilises a balanced, predictable 4-week rotating shift pattern (12-hour shifts) Week 1 (Days): Work Mon/Tue, Off Wed/Thu, Work Fri/Sat/Sun Week 2 (Days): Off Mon/Tue, Work Wed/Thu, Off Fri/Sat/Sun Week 3 (Nights): Work Mon/Tue, Off Wed/Thu, Work Fri/Sat/Sun Week 4 (Nights): Off Mon/Tue, Work Wed/Thu, Off Fri/Sat/Sun What's In It For You? Clear opportunities for progression into permanent roles with a global giant. A...

Talentmark are recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer (CAD Engineer) to join a biopharmaceutical company on a contract basis for 6 months. Salary: £17.79 to £30.26 per hour, depending upon experience. Mechanical Engineer (CAD Engineer) Role: Support a data cleansing and migration project involving PDM to Siemens PLM Teamcenter using a SWIM interface on SolidWorks. Support the cleaning, validation and migration of engineering data from PDM to Siemens Teamcenter PLM. Work with SolidWorks and the SWIM interface to facilitate data transfer and ensure data integrity. Review CAD files, metadata, part structures and associated documentation to identify and resolve data issues. Collaborate with engineering, IT and PLM stakeholders to support migration planning and execution.Your Background: Degree or higher education qualification in Design, Engineering or another relevant discipline preferred. Apprenticeship qualifications, NVQ/BTEC qualifications and equivalent practical experience...

Contract Mechanical Design Engineer CAD: Inventor Rate: £30–£40 per hour Start: Immediate Type: Contract Length: 3 months IR35: Outside Remote: Yes Contract Mechanical Design Engineer needed to support the design and manufacture of bespoke lifting, winching and hydraulic systems. You will be responsible for the mechanical design producing detailed designs and manufacturing drawings using Autodesk Inventor. Key requirements: • Strong Autodesk Inventor experience • Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer • Experience designing bespoke mechanical systems and assemblies • Ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings and BOMs • Experience working with fabricated structures and mechanical components • Understanding of practical manufacturing and installation processes • Comfortable working within fast paced project environments This is an immediate requirement for a Mechanical Design Engineer offering £30–£40 per hour depending on experience. Please...

Role: Senior Product Design Engineer Location: London Contract Type: Contract / Freelance Duration: 6 months + Rate: £315 per day Status: Outside IR35 - Ltd co contract Shape Innovative Products from concept to reality. An exciting opportunity has arisen with a highly respected product innovation consultancy known for delivering cutting-edge solutions across healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will play a pivotal role in transforming ideas into commercially successful, production-ready products. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Product Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges, balancing creativity with technical rigour, and leading projects from research through to manufacture. The Opportunity: As a Senior Product Design Engineer, you will work on a broad portfolio of technically challenging and highly innovative projects within consumer electronics,...

Senior Consultant - Engineering Design Location: London - 5 days a week 40 hours per week (hybred 3 days in the office min) Contract: Freelance / Contract / 6 Months + £315 per day Limited company Engineer Innovation From Concept to Manufacture We are working with a leading product innovation consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Consultant for Mechanical Engineering Design, to deliver complex engineering projects from concept through to production in the Medical and consumer product world. This role suits a technically strong, commercially aware engineer with experience leading projects, solving complex design challenges, and managing client relationships. Key Responsibilities Lead client communication and project delivery Interpret briefs, define requirements, and manage plans, budgets, and timelines Develop innovative engineering concepts and assess feasibility Deliver robust designs using 3D CAD, FEA/CFD, mathematical modelling, and prototype testing Support...

Job Title: High Level Technician (Rolling Stock) Job Location: Southwest London Hourly Pay Rate: £31.48 PAYE / £ 41.11 Umbrella Shifts: Minimum of 50 hours a week Shift Pattern: Panama . Days and nights Duration: On-going contract Start Date: ASAP Industries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process Engineering Disciplines considered: Diesel Engine Fitter, Electrical Engineer / Mechanical Engineer, Mechanic, Avionic Technician, Aircraft Engineer, Marine Engineer, Maintenance Fitter, and Breakdown Engineer Client Summary: A world-renowned Rolling Stock vehicle manufacturing, service and maintenance company and is the number one provider of rail solutions in the world. This prestigious company is also the largest rolling stock manufacturer and provider in the UK and...

We are recruiting for an Electronics Design Engineer (HV Design) to join our London-based manufacturing client in 6-month rolling contract role inside IR35 (through umbrella). As an Electronics Design Engineer (HV Design), you will be responsible for providing high-voltage (HV) design expertise, including creepage and clearance considerations, as well as validation activities. You will assess and develop solutions for HV clearance challenges at the PFE level and within HV switch designs. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT * Degree in electrical/electronic engineering; at least 8 years of experience. * Must have end to end HW product development experience involving complex electronics with deep knowledge and strong hands-on experience in: * Power electronics (DC-DC converters up to 5kW, HVDC systems). * High-voltage engineering (design, validation, standards compliance). * Thermal/mechanical integration for high-power systems. * Experience in electronics design within a regulated...