24 jobs found in Padbury

Overview A specialist engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a high-performing technical team working across multiple advanced industries. The role involves the end-to-end design and development of complex mechanical systems and products from concept through to prototype and production. Projects span: * Advanced energy systems * Propulsion technologies * High-performance mechanical systems * Cross-sector product development programmes Key Responsibilities * Lead mechanical design of complex systems and assemblies (concept → production) * Produce CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings * Carry out engineering calculations and FEA analysis * Support prototype build, testing, and iterative design improvements * Select materials and manufacturing processes Required Experience * Degree in Mechanical / Automotive / Aerospace Engineering or similar * 5+ years mechanical design experience...

Are you a Site Agent with proven experience working in highways or rail on drainage or earthworks packages?   Location: Oxfordshire Duration: 12 months (1-2 years worth of work) Rate: £500 - £600/day (depending on experience) IR35: Inside via umbrella   Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on HS2, and they are currently seeking a Site Agent with strong earthworks, drainage or structures experience to join their team.   This would suit a Site Agent with proven above experience on the UK transport infrastructure.   Requirements: ·HNC or degree in Civil Engineering. ·Proven Site Engineering experience on earthworks, drainage or structure packages. ·Must hold a CSCS - White, White-Yellow, Red - Experienced, Black - Manager or Gold - Supervisor ·Strong setting out experience on ideally a major project.   To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please submit your CV and then contact Olivia at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or...

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. *...

Job Description: Paint Sprayer on Rolling Stock Vehicles Position: Paint Sprayer Location: Milton Keynes Rate: £28.29 per hour on Earlies/Afters or £32.33 per hour on Nights (Role is Inside IR35)  Hours: Earlies: 06:00-16:00 / Afters: 12:00-22:00 / Nights: 22:00-06:00 Summary: A Paint Sprayer is responsible for applying paint and other finishes to vehicles, Vehicle components, machinery, equipment, and various surfaces using spray guns. This role involves ensuring a high-quality finish, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Key Responsibilities: - Surface Preparation: - Cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces prior to painting. - Ensuring surfaces are properly primed and free of defects before application. Painting and Finishing: - Mixing paints to achieve desired colours and consistencies. - Applying paint, varnish, or other finishes using spray guns or other applicators. - Achieving uniform coverage and thickness according to...

Dimensional Variation Engineer (3DCS) - Contract 📍 Bicester | ⏳ Contract We are supporting a leading automotive OEM in the search for an experienced Dimensional Variation Engineer (DVA) with strong 3DCS tolerance analysis expertise to support the delivery of a new vehicle programme. This role plays a critical part in ensuring vehicle‑level dimensional quality, supporting concept validation, gap & flush performance, and robust dimensional control from early concept through to engineering release. The Role As a Dimensional Variation Engineer, you will apply 3D Design Variation Analysis (DVA) techniques to validate multiple vehicle concepts and ensure the optimal complete vehicle solution is delivered against aesthetic, functional and quality targets. Working closely with Perceived Quality, Design, Manufacturing and Vehicle Engineering teams, you will help define and govern the vehicle dimensional control strategy across both exterior and interior systems. Key...

Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry/Immunology. The service supports all hospital wards and departments, as well as GPs, clinics, and private hospitals across central and south Buckinghamshire and beyond. The central laboratory is based at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, with a satellite laboratory at Wycombe Hospital. Staff are expected to work at either site as required by the service. Main duties of the job As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry, you will be responsible for processing laboratory tests on patient samples across one of four sub-sections of the laboratory on a rotational basis. Applicants must hold HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist and possess strong knowledge in Clinical Biochemistry and Immunology. Ideally, you will also have experience in personnel management. The department is well-equipped with modern, standardised analysers, including Architect, Tosoh, Osmo 1...

Quality Engineer (Plant & Supplier) - Contract North Oxfordshire Are you a proactive Quality Engineer who thrives in fast‑paced environments and enjoys solving problems at the root? We're looking for two hands‑on Quality Engineers to join a major manufacturing and engineering programme in North Oxfordshire. This is an opportunity to be part of a cutting‑edge operation driving large‑scale change and continual improvement across both plant and supplier activities. The Role As a Quality Engineer, you will play a key part in ensuring product quality across the entire manufacturing and supply chain process. You'll work with Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Programme Management and external suppliers to drive robust problem resolution, strong production controls and ongoing quality improvements. This is a role for someone who doesn't wait to be told - someone who spots issues early, takes ownership and drives solutions with urgency. What You'll Be Doing Manufacturing...

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Job Location: Kings Heath Depot, Northampton Shifts: Monday-Friday 07:00 - 17:00 Hourly Rate: £22.73 PAYE / Pre 12 weeks £29.00 Umbrella / Post 12 weeks £30.55 Umbrella Hours Per Week: 50 Duration: Ongoing Company Summary: Working for a leading global provider of mobility solutions for urban interurban, and freight transportation sectors. Position Summary: Working at a newly refurbished depot in Northampton working on large-scale overhaul projects, you will be working with a team of Fitters focussed on refitting the interior of train carriages to modernise the fleet. Responsibilities Include: * Use hand tools to drill vehicles to create holes for panels/fixtures and fittings * Installation of panelling and vehicle fixtures * Collaborate with the quality team to ensure modifications meet design/regulatory standards * Use Siemens software/systems to input data and retrieve VMI's * Conduct post modification inspections to verify integrity...

Job Title: Vehicle Builder Job Location: Kings Heath Depot, Northampton Shifts: Monday-Friday Days, 07:00-17:00 Hourly Rate: £18.68 P.A.Y.E. Hours Per Week: 50 Duration: Ongoing (long term contracts) Company Summary: Working for a leading global provider of mobility solutions for urban interurban, and freight transportation sectors. Position Summary: Working at a newly refurbished depot in Northampton working on large-scale overhaul projects, you will be working with a team of Vehicle Builders focussed on refitting the interior of train carriages to modernise the fleet. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: * Stripping and preparing vehicles for repairs, cutting and fitting materials to exact measurements * Installing components such as panels, floors, carpets and seating with typical materials such as wood, metal, composites, sealants and adhesives * Assembling fitting and finishing interior and exterior features * Use Siemens software/systems to input...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Gas Engineer to join an ever growing company on a sub-contracting basis working with Prestige skills & our clients. Due to the expansion we are giving the right candidates the chance to join our professional and dynamic team. All applicants must be experienced & qualified gas engineers with CCN1/CMA1 and MET1 Qualifications All applicants must have their own van and tools. Skills ·Experience in a similar role ·Must be a team player ·Have a good work ethic ·Fantastic customer service skills About the Role The role will be, working as a metering engineer attending faulty gas meters which would need exchanging, installing or repairing. You will be expected to carry out a number of tasks which include visual inspections of gas appliances, standing and working pressure checks and, alteration of meter locations. The role is fully customer focused, carrying out essential works driven by the HSE. If you would like to be...

OUTSIDE IR35 - Immediate need for a Quantity Surveyor to join our client's team in Bedford to assist with the delivery of a long-term maintenance contact.   You will be an experienced Quantity Surveying professional with a background in highways engineering, projects and contracts.   Duties will include:   ·Maximise commercial return on the contract. ·Drive value for money and efficiency savings in accordance with contract delivery ·Be continually aware of the profitability of orders that form part of the contract ·Review and report weekly cost & value for projects and maintenance schemes and liaison with operations ·Manage Subcontract accounts from procurement to final account ·Monthly forecasting of the contract ·Making sure accurate records are maintained and supplied to client ·Commercial management and reporting in conjunction with operational managers ·Work in Partnership with the Client and in a collaborative manner ·Management of Subcontractors from...

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...

Job Title: Lead Structural Engineer Location: Bedfordshire Salary: £66.00 p/h - We are booking interviews in next week! Please call or email for a slot The Structural Integrity Engineer (SIE) is a senior technical specialist who analyses, develops, and validates the mechanical integrity of complex structural systems across light weight and heavy weight platforms. The role encompasses metallic, non metallic, and composite materials, covering design, production, testing, and maintenance phases. Core responsibilities include damage tolerance, durability, and structural modelling across dynamics, loads, stability, stress fatigue and thermal analyses. The duty cycle uses a broad array of engineering tools, notably MSC Nastran, MSC Marc, Siemens Simcenter, Beta CAE, ANSA, and PTC Creo. The Role: So, what will you be doing as an Lead Structural Engineer? The Structural Integrity Engineer will be a Subject Matter Expert in structural analysis and integrity decision making, operating...

Are you an Automotive Engineer with a background in Automotive Vehicle Quality, looking to join a leading Research and Development Team, for a major automotive manufacturer? If so, Expleo have an opportunity for you! One of the world's largest Automotive OEM's is currently recruiting for a Quality Assurance Engineer, based in Bedfordshire, you will be working with a dedicated and enthusiastic team of Development Engineers on a contract basis. You will be supporting accessory and service part quality assurance activities. Responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Engineer include: * Product issue monitoring & countermeasures development / proposals * Maintain and support New Product Quality Process (NPQP) compliance with suppliers * Ensure Accessories & Parts development is conducted in accordance with quality standards * Evaluate suppliers and perform quality audits at suppliers based on After Sales product plan * Ensure supplier management and part quality level via...

Redline has an extraordinary opportunity for a Contract Power Electronics Engineer based in Oxfordshire, with a specialist scientific company who are at the forefront of groundbreaking scientific experiments. This contract will not accept candidates operating via a PSC, therefore you will be required to work via an Umbrella company. This is a great opportunity to work with technology that you will not find anywhere else in the UK. The company is currently undertaking the biggest project in their history, a multimillion pound investment in their future, and they need you to come on board and help them make it a success. You will be responsible for reviewing existing designs and making changes/tidying them up using Orcad. Working collaboratively with other Electronics Engineers, including FPGA, Controls and Power. Key skills required for the Contract Power Electronics Engineer position based in Oxfordshire: - Experience with Orcad for schematic capture - Experience linear...

Job title - Shift Operator Duration - 24months contract Start date - Asap Shift patterns - 12hr Day & Night 3 Shift Rotation System Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Week 1 (Apply online only) - (Apply online only) Week 2 (Apply online only) - (Apply online only) (Apply online only) Week 3 (Apply online only) - (Apply online only) Pay rate - upto £22.17 per hour Umbrella / PAYE - £16.31 per hour Location - Oxfordshire To provide safe and efficient waste operations, processing and packaging service within operational area and assigned shift over a shift cycle in accordance with Company and local arrangements, procedures and safety rules taking full account of Site Licence requirements, statutory regulations and Company Policy. * Carry out decommissioning/waste/decontamination activities in a radioactive environment as directed. * Carry out waste streaming, size reduction and packaging activities as directed. * Operate powered equipment to facilitate decommissioning and waste tasks. *...

An Oxfordshire based company that specialise in electro-mechanical equipment is seeking to recruit an FPGA Engineer to work on a contract that is initially scheduled for 3 months (hybrid working). The Role This contract will involve using Verilog and VHDL to investigate, iterate, and deliver code for the companies current hardware. Experience Ideal candidates will be experienced Electronics Engineers with an FPGA specialism including Verilog and VHDL experience. Apply For more information on this contract please email your CV

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Commissioning Technician to join the EPC Contractor on their Open Cycle Gas Turbine project based in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. The Mechanical Commissioning Technician roles come with a day rate from £400.00 to £450.00 (Outside IR35). Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Support the mechanical commissioning of plant systems including turbines, pumps, valves etc. Carry out pre-commissioning activities such as flushing, pressure testing, leak checks, and mechanical completion inspections Execute commissioning test procedures in line with method statements, risk assessments, and OEM guidelines Assist in the inspection, alignment, and functional testing of rotating equipment (e.g. pumps, fans, conveyors) Identify and report mechanical defects, non-conformances, and punch list items, ensuring timely resolution Work closely with commissioning engineers and other disciplines to ensure systems are handed over...

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...

Chemistry Laboratory Technician (Operator) 24-25k South East ABJ6515 TEMP - 6 months – on site An excellent opportunity for an early-career Chemistry Laboratory Technician / Lab Operator to join a dynamic and supportive team within a modern laboratory environment. This role is ideal for someone with a background in chemistry or manufacturing who is looking to develop hands-on experience in formulation, blending, and analytical testing. As lab technician you will play a key role in supporting laboratory operations while gaining exposure to wider technical and technology teams in a global setting. As a Laboratory Technician / Lap Operator in an industrial manufacturing setting, you will support day-to-day lab activities, including formulation and blending work, coordinating tests, and preparing samples for dispatch. This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical lab skills while developing your knowledge in performance testing and analytical science. You’ll also have the...