163 jobs found in Runcorn

CE&I Front End Engineering Lead Hybrid/Warrington (3 days in office) £55-61 Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC required The Role We are seeking an experienced CE&I Front End Engineering Lead to take ownership of CE&I electrical systems design across a portfolio of projects within the FEED pipeline. You will lead the delivery of front-end and early-phase design activities, supporting projects through concept and preliminary design, with the potential to progress into detailed design. The role also includes providing design support during installation and commissioning phases as design queries arise. Working as part of a small, integrated design team, you will play a key role in shaping safe, compliant and deliverable CE&I solutions aligned to programme milestones. Key Responsibilities Lead and take full responsibility for CE&I design delivery aspects of assigned projects Deliver CE&I design packages in line with agreed scope, quality and schedule...

Project Engineering Consultant Position Type: Contract Location: Cheshire Categories: Project Management, Engineering PM Group requires an Project Engineer with chemicals manufacturing experience to lead a client team in Cheshire. Responsibilities * Working alongside existing client engineers, managers, and directors. * Leading the multidisciplinary project team through all stages of the projects from engineering to construction to commissioning and handover. * Ensuring that the projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in-keeping with industry standard best practices. * Deliver engineering projects in a safe, efficient, and timely manner, ensuring that all work carried out meets the requirements of the business and complies with relevant legislation in force at the time. * Ultimately accountable for a multi-million-pound portfolio of capital projects for the sustenance and expansion of the Chemical Site. * Review and manage safety and regulatory requirements...

EC&I Project Engineering Consultant Position Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Location: Lancashire, England Categories: Engineering PM Group requires electrical, controls and instrumentation project engineering support on a chemical manufacturing site in Lancashire. Responsibilities * Leading and developing electrical, controls and instrumentation elements of the project design. * Providing electrical, controls and instrumentation expertise and electrical technical guidance to the project team. * Designing and overseeing the installation and testing of instrumentation and controls systems through to handover. * Developing practical, cost effective engineering designs and taking full account of the many competing factors (technical, operational and economic). * Focusing on C&I loop design, instrumentation panel design, instrumentation specification, control system interfaces, single cable calculations, PLC/DCS interface design, SIS design, instrumentation hazardous...

We’re currently looking for a Fabricator / Plater to join our client's workshop team, with a strong focus on plate fabrication. This vacancy has arisen due to a retirement. The successful candidate will need to: * Read and work from fabrication drawings * Have vessel fabrication knowledge/experience * Understand the use of guillotine, bending and forming equipment (training will be provided) * Be able to tack weld It would be beneficial if the candidate also has structural steel experience, as the workload can vary between plate fabrication and steelwork. Rates of Pay (LTD / CIS or Umbrella): * Basic: £23.25/hr (Mon–Fri, 8 hours) * OT1: £27.90/hr (after 8 hours Mon–Fri, and first 6 hours Saturday) * OT2: £32.55/hr (after 6 hours Saturday, and all day Sunday)

Fabricator/Welder Certain Advantage is hiring for a Fabricator/Welder based in the Widnes area. This role is site-based and on a temp-to-permanent basis. The Company We’re working with a company specialising in steel fabrication and mechanical services, which received plenty of positive reviews for its high-quality work and professionalism. 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 Fabricator/Welder—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Fabrication of Mild Steel MiG Welding Working from an engineering drawing  The Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Time served Fabricator/Welder or relevant experience Ability to follow engineering drawings  The Benefits: Training and Development Overtime available  Does this sound...

Established for over forty years, our client is a mechanical and civil engineering contractor providing a wide range of engineering solutions, including bespoke fabrication and installation for pipework, steelwork, and mechanical installations, as well as in-house civil engineering services. Serving various industries, they employ talented management staff and tradesmen to deliver projects from concept to commissioning. The company demonstrates a commitment to engineering excellence, quality, and assurance in its products and services, with a focus on meeting client needs, such as additional product storage solutions. Job Description We are seeking an experienced TIG Pipe Welder to join our client's team on a contract basis. This role will involve a mix of site-based and workshop-based work, focusing on stainless and carbon steel pipe welding. The position offers a stable opportunity for someone looking to work locally with a supportive employer that prioritizes employee...

Press Brake Operator Certain Advantage is hiring for a Press Brake Operator based in the Widnes area. This role is on a temp-to-perm basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a precision sheet metal fabrication company specialising in high-quality custom metalwork solutions. 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 Press Brake Operator —someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-orientated and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Operate specialist machinery (e.g. press brake, CNC punch/plasma) in line with training and competency Handle materials as required, including the operation of a forklift when trained and authorised Ensure usage of materials is within the scope and limits of each relevant machine working under minimum supervision working to deadlinesThe Individual We’re...

12‑month contract | Inside IR35 Warrington (hybrid) Due to project security requirements, candidates must be British citizens and eligible for SC clearance. On behalf of a leading engineering consutlancy, we’re recruiting Senior and Lead Control Systems Engineers to drive complex control & automation projects across a highly regulated environment (nuclear decommissioning). You’ll be hands‑on across the full lifecycle — design, implementation, testing, commissioning — working as part of an integrated, multi‑disciplinary engineering team. If you enjoy technical ownership, solving real engineering challenges, and influencing how systems are delivered, this role puts you right at the centre of project success. What you’ll be doing Taking end‑to‑end ownership of PLC/SCADA delivery — from design to commissioning. Developing PLC software, control philosophies, simulation tools, and test environments. Producing high‑quality documentation across FDS, DDS, test specs, O&M and...

PES Lead Engineer/Principal Engineer Hybrid/Warrington (3 days per week in office - Mon/Tue/Wed), with occasional visits to Sellafield Site, Suppliers, and Contractors' facilities £55-61/hour Inside IR35 About the Role We are seeking an experienced SNM PES Lead Engineer to act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Programmable Electronic Systems (PES) across the SNM project portfolio. This key role will see you delivering PES projects from concept through to handover, ensuring all deliverables meet Sellafield Ltd's high standards of quality, safety, and compliance. You will work closely with Senior/Responsible Engineers, operators, maintainers, safety case managers, and the wider Integrated Project Team (IPT) to define requirements, manage stakeholders, and deliver complex PES solutions. The role also involves overseeing supply chain delivery, verifying and validating technical outputs, and managing internal PES resources. Typical projects include: North Transfers Project -...

NRL is currently recruiting for Control Systems Engineer in Warrington or Cumbria. Role- Senior Control Systems Engineer Location- Warrington/Cumbria Hours of work- 40 hours Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of complex control and automation projects. Working as part of an integrated, multi-disciplinary team, you will take technical responsibility for the design, implementation, testing, and commissioning of PLC, HMI / SCADA-based control systems across the full project lifecycle. This is a hands-on senior engineering role, ideal for an engineer who enjoys technical ownership, problem-solving, and mentoring others, while supporting Lead Engineers and Project Managers in delivering high-quality solutions in regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery ·       Deliver detailed design, implementation, testing, and commissioning of control systems in line with project...

NRL is currently recruiting for Lead Control Systems Engineer in Warrington or Cumbria. Role- Lead Control Systems Engineer Location- Warrington/Cumbria Hours of work- 40 hours Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Lead Control Systems Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of complex control and automation projects. Working as part of an integrated, multi-disciplinary team, you will take technical responsibility for the design, implementation, testing, and commissioning of PLC, HMI / SCADA-based control systems across the full project lifecycle. This is a hands-on senior engineering role, ideal for an engineer who enjoys technical ownership, problem-solving, and mentoring others, while supporting Lead Engineers and Project Managers in delivering high-quality solutions in regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery ·       Deliver detailed design, implementation, testing, and commissioning of control systems in line with project...

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Control Systems Engineer to be based full time onsite at Warrington or Cumbria. This is a contract role inside IR35 at the market rates. Candidates can start with BPSS security clearance whilst higher level clearance is being undertaken. You should be British Citizens and passport holders and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years. ROLE SUMMARY: We are looking for an experienced Lead Control Systems Engineer to take technical leadership of control systems design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and ongoing support across multidisciplinary projects. You will be the technical authority for control systems engineering, ensuring robust, compliant, and high-quality solutions, and driving engineering excellence across the project lifecycle. This is a hands-on leadership role with strategic influence - ideal for engineers who want to shape architecture, mentor others, and make high-impact decisions. KEY...

Senior Control Systems Engineer Location: Warrington / Cumbria Type: 12‑Month Contract Rate: £60 p/h (Senior) | £65 p/h (Lead) Clearance: BPSS required Reports to: Lead Engineer / Project Manager About the Organisation A leading engineering company specialising in delivering complex, safety‑critical control and automation systems within the nuclear sector. You will join a collaborative team that values technical quality, innovation and reliable delivery. Role Overview Seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to support the design, implementation, testing and commissioning of PLC/SCADA‑based control and automation systems. This role involves hands‑on technical ownership across the full project lifecycle within a regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery Deliver detailed design, software implementation, testing and commissioning of control systems. Develop PLC software, control philosophies, HMI/SCADA configurations and simulator...

OLG Recruitment are currently looking for two CE&I Safety Systems Design Engineers for our client located in Warrington. You will be required to support a project within the silos CE&I Design Team, delivering and supporting and checking Safety System design packages to meet safety, functional and business needs. This is a contract position for a minimum of 18 months, this requirement has been assessed as inside IR35. Essential: Academic Qualification: Minimum - HNC Professional Qualification: Minimum - Incorporated Engineer Experience: Minimum 3 years successfully delivering as a CE&I Safety System Design Engineer on external multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working knowledge of the appropriate Engineering Standards Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to convey information to other team members/disciplines Providing support to the Commissioning Team Willingness to support early career...

OLG Recruitment are currently looking for two CE&I Control Systems Design Engineers for our client located in Warrington. You will be required to work within the Silos CE&I design team delivering and checking Programmable Electronic System (PES), based Control System designs/updates to meet functional and business needs. The implementation, testing and commissioning of the designs/updates is undertaken by other dedicated site-based teams. This is a contract position for a minimum of 18 months, this requirement has been assessed as inside IR35. Essential: Academic Qualification: Minimum - HNC Professional Qualification: Minimum - Incorporated Engineer Experience: Minimum 3 years successfully delivering as a PES based Control System Design Engineer on external multidiscipline projects, from concept design through to handover, with a working knowledge of the appropriate Engineering Standards Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey...

Title:                   Trainee Welder Location:           Birchwood, Warrington (WA3) Salary:                £13.00- £16.00 per hour (DOE) Shifts:                  Monday- Friday 08:00- 17:00 Contract Type:  Temp- perm Our client is a privately owned engineering company who work mainly with the petrochemical and food industries, are keen to train and develop a new recruit. They are ideally seeking somebody who already has some basic engineering knowledge which may have been gained in previous employment or through education. As a Trainee Welder your duties will be: -   You will learn to work from technical drawings/specification sheets. MIG/TIG Welding- you will learn to weld to a high standard. You will be involved in all areas of production and welding. The successful Trainee Welder will have the following skills: -   Must have a background in some form of basic engineering. Any exposure to any welding/fabrication would be advantageous. Previous use of tools and working in...

EC&I Engineers (6-12 months)-  Warrington   Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our established Engineering client for a number of EC&I Engineers on a contract basis to support important Nuclear projects in the UK.   Responsibilities: Identify the feasibility of the approach Develop an outline requirement specification Identify the TRL levels and associated development plans to deliver a viable solution Prepare a plan for the delivery of the appraise and select phase of the project. Deliver to the agreed time, cost and quality Lead the multidiscipline teams, responsible for estimating, scheduling, forecasting and the production of the agreed design deliverables Manage the DSA teams in production of deliverables Develop the safety case(s), including attendance at HAZOPs, support to safety assessment, review of ES, and production of substantiation documentation Identify additional resource demand where required to ensure all deliverables can be originated and...

Project Controls Manager – Nuclear EPC (Contract) Location: Warrington or Cumbria (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 remote) Contract Length: 6 months Rate: Negotiable (DOE) – Outside IR35 Security Clearance: SC clearance required to start Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Controls Manager to join a major nuclear EPC programme, providing leadership across cost, planning and performance management on a complex, safety-critical project. You’ll take ownership of project controls delivery, leading a multi-disciplinary team while working closely with stakeholders, consultants and contractors to ensure schedule, cost and risk are tightly managed throughout the project lifecycle. Previous experience within nuclear or highly regulated environments will be a strong advantage. Key Responsibilities Provide management oversight of the project controls function across cost and planning. Develop, maintain and improve project controls systems, procedures and...

Red Recruitment Group are seeking an experienced IPAF licenced scissor lift / MEWP operator with an FLT Counterbalance / Reach licence for a short term temporary contract in Saint Helens. The role will be to assist in the dismantling and erection of warehouse racking, operating a scissor lift and fork lift trucks. Manual handling will be required. For this role you must hold a valid and in date IPAF/MEWP/NPORS or equivalent and relevant Forklift licence. The position is for approximately 4-6 weeks and the hours of work are 08:00 - 17:00 This may lead to further work with the client in the near future. £17 per hour pay rate. Please apply online with your CV as soon as possible

PM Group is seeking a Project Safety Lead for a client in Cheshire. Scope of Work: * Policies, standards, best practices implemented across CAPEX projects * Leadership across full project lifecycle and work with Engineering Safety Teams, Project Manager, Designers, contractors * Lead Engineering, construction and commissioning safety across CAPEX projects * Lead and support risk assessments (HAZOP & RAMS) * Support audits, assurance activities and reviews * Lead incident, near miss and unsafe condition, investigations and root cause analysis * Monitor construction safety performance * Monitor contractor and subcontractor safety performance Requirements: * Engineer or technical qualification ideally * Health & Safety & Construction experience within appropriate industries * Managed safety on construction projects * CDM regulations * ATEX, COMAH, CAPEX * Distillery, Petrochemical, Fine Chemical or API industry experience * HAZOP & RAMS...