20 electrical mate jobs found in Manchester

Electrical Design Engineer (Contract – Long Term) Location: Manchester (Hybrid / Site Travel Required) Rate:£40 per hour Contract: Long-term The Role We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a leading engineering team delivering large-scale, mission critical projects. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering stability and the chance to work on high-profile developments. You will be involved across the full project lifecycle, supporting both design and construction phases in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Design of electrical systems for large mission critical projects, including LV Distribution, UPS systems and generator systems Production of electrical schematics and layout drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit Carry out electrical design calculations using Amtech (or similar) Support lighting design using Dialux (desirable) Prepare technical specifications and engineering reports Attend design meetings and coordinate with...

Electrical Design Engineer (Contract – Long Term) Location: Manchester (Hybrid / Site Travel Required) Rate: £35–£40 per hour Contract: Long-term The Role We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Design Engineer to join a leading engineering team delivering large-scale, mission critical projects. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering stability and the chance to work on high-profile developments. You will be involved across the full project lifecycle, supporting both design and construction phases in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities * Design of electrical systems for large mission critical projects, including LV Distribution, UPS systems and generator systems * Production of electrical schematics and layout drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit * Carry out electrical design calculations using Amtech (or similar) * Support lighting design using Dialux (desirable) * Prepare technical specifications and engineering reports * Attend...

Electrical Project Manager – BESS Project (Carrington) – £650 per day We Build Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead delivery on a major Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project based in Carrington. This is a long-term contract opportunity on a large-scale energy infrastructure scheme, offering a highly competitive day rate and the chance to play a key leadership role within one of the fastest-growing sectors in the UK energy market. The Role As Electrical Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the planning, coordination, and execution of all electrical works on site. You will be overseeing the installation, commissioning, and handover of complex electrical systems within a live industrial environment. Key responsibilities will include: * Managing all electrical aspects of the BESS project from pre-construction through to completion * Leading site teams including supervisors, engineers, and subcontractors...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Missile Test Architect subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £60.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference)   Hybrid / Remote working: This role is a hybrid role, 1-2 days a week possibly in lab up to 3 in first weeks 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) Missile Test Architect Job Description: The department are looking for experienced test equipment engineers that want to use their knowledge in a system/sub system management role. The role includes determining the project test equipment needs, managing the requirements for test equipment and managing the development through delivery and into service. In this role, you will be responsible for the projects test equipment and...

Our client has an opportunity for a Production Test Engineer to join their team on a contract basis for 12 months. You will play a vital role in supporting testing and diagnostics of electrical/electronic sub-systems and circuit cards during the production phase of the product lifecycle. You will use your experience to provide technical support to the manufacturing test capability, to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Role: Production Test Engineer - Live Build Location: Stevenage - fully onsite Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £32-£36 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: SC required before starting, UK Eyes Only due to project What you'll be doing: You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment, carrying out the following: Providing test engineering support to operators on the shopfloor, including supporting the introduction of new test...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Night Shift Mechanical Fitter on initial 12 month contracts and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing qualifications essential. Significant mechanical fitting experience required – the work is at a fine detailed level, so any experience with intricate work would be beneficial.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £39.50ph   Night Shift Mechanical Fitters Job Description: The Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing and test tasks within the mechanical department, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits. Possess a versatile skill base...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Wiring Operator on an initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella).  Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week.   Electrical Wiring Operator Job Description: An exciting opportunity for a Skilled Electrical Wiring Operator to join our Calibration and Maintenance team for a 12-month period in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. We are seeking a Skilled Wire Operator to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to fault diagnose and repair bespoke cabling to drawing specifications. Fault finding and subsequent repair of cable assemblies. Carry out surface mount repair on CCAs. Maintain and repair test/measuring equipment to...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit 4x Development and Production Test Engineer - Electronics/Electrical subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.  Looking for somebody with substantial test engineering experience. Diagnosis of test failures Testing experience down to component level The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with Electronics, RF, Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills.  Hourly Rate: £37.00ph (Umbrella).    Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)   Development and Production Test Engineer – Electronic / Electrical Job Description: Technical support to the manufacturing test of weapons sub-systems in production and development test and diagnostics of complex weapons at system and Subsystem level. Provide Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Systems Engineer / Architect subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can either be from the companies Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton office.  This role will be a hybrid position – 3 days per week onsite and 2 days remote.      Hourly Rate: £60 - £85 (Umbrella).      Contract Duration: 6 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Missile Electronic Architect Job Description:   Electrical Architects/Engineers are involved in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: Specifying/determining system electrical requirements interface definitions...

Principal EC&I Engineer Warrington (Hybrid - 2/3 days per week in office) Contract - 12 Months Rate - £65 per hour We are seeking an experienced Principal EC&I Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of EC&I solutions across complex, safety-critical projects. This role is heavily design-focused, requiring ownership of electrical power system studies, protection design, and technical assurance, ensuring all outputs meet regulatory, safety, and engineering standards. Key Responsibilities Design Leadership & Delivery Lead the design and development of EC&I systems, ensuring solutions are technically robust, compliant, and fit for purpose. Own and maintain the electrical power system model (ETAP or equivalent) to support design development and validation. Produce and review key design deliverables including: Fault level calculations, Protection coordination studies, Arc flash risk assessments.  Ensure all designs align with relevant standards,...

Senior EC&I Designer Location: Warrington (Hybrid Working) Rate: £53.00 – £65.00 per hour (Inside IR35) Hours: 40 hours per week Security Clearance: SC Clearance required Sector: Nuclear The Opportunity We are recruiting for a Senior EC&I Designer to support the delivery of complex nuclear engineering projects within a highly regulated environment. This is a key role where you will lead Electrical, Control & Instrumentation design activities, provide technical leadership to a multi-disciplinary team, and ensure high-quality, compliant design outputs across the full project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead EC&I design activities across nuclear projects from concept through to detailed and production design Allocate and review work, ensuring all deliverables meet nuclear industry standards and regulatory requirements Produce and check EC&I design outputs, including: Schematics Wiring diagrams Loop diagrams Cable schedules General arrangements...

Crane Service Engineer (Contract) – Widnes Location: Widnes, Cheshire Duration: Short‑term contract Team: 4 engineers required Rate: Competitive day rate (DOE) Role Overview We require experienced Rail andCrane Service Engineers to service a 3‑tonne jib crane in a controlled depot environment. The work involves MEWP access, electrical isolation, and strict compliance with permit‑to‑work and safety systems. This is a safety‑critical role requiring disciplined, professional engineers familiar with industrial or depot settings. Engineers will coordinate with site services, security, and nominated persons and must follow agreed RAMS and permits at all times. Key Responsibilities * Service and inspect the jib crane, hoist, and jib arm * Re Cabling and Wifi Installation * Power cable work (rail) * Work at height using a MEWP * Carry out electrical isolation, lock‑off, and test‑for‑dead * Apply Lock Out / Tag Out (one man, one key, one lock) * Work under Permit to Work...

Maintenance Engineer Location: Colne Shift Pattern: Days Mon-Fri Rate £45p/h Gap Technical are seeking skilled Maintenance Engineers to join a highly regulated, BRC-accredited food manufacturing site in Colne. The role is focused on planned maintenance of critical assets, ensuring operational continuity and minimizing downtime across production lines. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar environment, preferably within food production, and possess strong maintenance knowledge on a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment. Key Responsibilities: Carry out planned maintenance tasks on assets in accordance with the maintenance schedule. Maintain accurate records of work completed, including equipment maintenance logs, inspections, and repairs. Work closely with the production and hygiene teams to complete scheduled maintenance activities Ensure all maintenance activities comply with food safety standards, health and safety regulations, and BRC accreditation...

The Interim Electronic Test Engineer will support and lead all validation programs for electronic components/products, validating to key product specifications, supporting customers in the areas of research and development, new product introduction and VA/VE programs. Client Details The organisation is a well-established entity within the industrial and manufacturing sector, offering innovative engineering solutions. As a mid-sized company, they are committed to maintaining high standards and delivering excellence in their field. Description The interim Electronic Test Engineer responsibilities will include: Support preparation & selection of validation plans for electronic components based on the product specification. Execute multiple, complex, long duration tests designed to stress micro-electronic circuitry both thermally and mechanically. Support root cause analysis when failure mode is detected. Responsible for maintaining and setting up Laboratory tests to company...

Job Description: Mechanical / Electrical Fitters – Short Term Contract £350 per day | 2 Week Project | Start 5th of May We are currently looking for 3x Mechanical / Electrical Fitters for a short-term contract on a wastewater treatment facility project. This is a hands-on industrial role, suited to experienced operatives comfortable working in demanding site conditions. Role Overview * Dismantling and stripping out mechanical equipment * Work focused on: * Exhaust systems * Cooler banks * Working on older plant machinery (approx. 20 years old) This is a heavy-duty strip-out role, not a clean installation environment. Working Environment * Industrial wastewater treatment site * Exposure to: * Oil, grime, and corrosion * Confined and awkward working areas * Physically demanding work Requirements * Proven experience in mechanical fitting / industrial strip-out work * Background in: * Water treatment / utilities OR * Heavy industrial environments * Must be...

Role: Project Manager Sites: Midlands Framework: Severn Trent Water IR35: Outside Pay rate: £400 to £410 Skills: WTW management experience is essential Familiar with STW Standards IT skills: P6, Ms Project Civils and Mechanical bias ideally, not electrical

Start Your Career as a Trainee Field Service Engineer with Hotpoint Are you ready to launch a hands-on career with one of the UK's most trusted appliance brands? Hotpoint is offering an exciting opportunity to train and qualify as a Trainee Field Service Engineer. No experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need to succeed! If you enjoy fixing things, love working with your hands, and want a job where every day is different, this could be the perfect fit for you. About the Role As a Trainee Field Service Engineer, you'll be out on the road, visiting customers' homes to diagnose and repair household appliances. You'll be the friendly face of Hotpoint, helping people get their appliances back up and running. What you'll be doing: Driving your own Hotpoint van to customer appointments Diagnosing and repairing appliances like tumble dryers, electrical cookers, washing machines Providing top-notch customer service Managing your tools and spare parts stock...

Electrical Assembler/Site Fitter Temp to Perm, £15p/hr to £16p/hr DOE, 39hrs per week LEEDS I am looking for an experienced Electrical Assemblers/Fitters to work a mixed Assembly and Site Fitting role, for a company based in Leeds. The successful candidate must possess applicable Electrical Qualifications and have Site Fitting experience. Other skills required are: -Read and interpret electrical wiring and schematic diagrams -Mechanical Assembly experience would be benefical -Panel wiring and panel installations -Experience in site duct work would be advantageous -CSCS Card holder if possible -Knowledge of Manual Handling Techniques will be vital as the role will include heavy lifting The Assembly work will be working on the electrical side of the units, while the site-based work will involve travelling to different sites, fitting the various units. Day to day duties will include: -Electrical Assembly -Panel Wiring -Electrical installations of electrical components...

RAMS Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a RAMS Engineer based in the Staffordshire area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a RAMS Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Conduct RAMS studies for HVDC projects and tenders, covering both LCC and VSC. Define spare part requirements and maintenance strategies. Establish and monitor RAMS study structures, processes, and KPI. Chair 3D Model Reviews with a specific focus on maintainability. Lead engagement with OEMs, and manage interface control documents. Direct...

Job Title: RAMS Engineer Location: Staffordshire (100% on-site) Contract Type: 12-Month Contract The Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced RAMS Engineer to join a global team of subject matter experts. This position focuses on high-voltage electrical equipment, specifically within HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) systems. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating, creating, verifying, and validating reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) models for HVDC systems and subsystems. You will manage project risks throughout the lifecycle, enforce engineering discipline, drive quality processes, and provide technical leadership and training to both customers and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities RAM Studies & Strategy Conduct RAMS studies for HVDC projects and tenders, covering both LCC and VSC technologies. Define spare part requirements and maintenance strategies. Establish and monitor RAMS study structures,...