183 jobs found in Saffron Walden

Do you have a previous experience as a Production Supervisor? Job Title: Production Supervisor Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Salary: £15 - £18 Per Hour DOE Hours: Monday - Friday, day shift. Contract Type: Full time, Temp to Perm Our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join their team on a full time, temp to perm basis. As a Production Supervisor your duties will include: * Supervise and lead a team of production operatives, ensuring the production schedule is met and that all products are manufactured in accordance with strict quality standards. * Monitor and manage production processes, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations. * Assist in the planning and scheduling of production activities to meet customer demands. * Ensure the accurate recording of production data, including output, downtime, and quality checks * Train, mentor, and develop production staff to improve their skills and knowledge. An ideal...

Do you have experience in operating machinery? Job title: General Operative Location: Haverhill Hourly Rate: up to £13.00ph DOE Contract: Temporary on-going (could go perm for right person) Hours: Monday -- Sunday (Shift Pattern: 6am - 2pm - 2pm - 10pm - 10pm - 6am) Sector: Manufacturing An opportunity has arisen for General Operative for our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk As the General Operative your duties will include: * Operate and maintain a variety of machinery including lathes, milling machines, drilling rigs and cutting equipment * Set up, align and calibrate tooling, work‑holders and fixtures for machining components * Assemble machined parts, carry out finishing operations * Monitor machine performance, conduct routine checks, perform basic maintenance, and report issues promptly. An ideal candidate for the General Operative will have: * Familiarity with machining previously. Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take...

Do you have an interest in materials testing, coatings, or analytical laboratory equipment? Job Title: Junior Applications Engineer Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Hours: Monday - Thursday (8.30am - 5pm) Friday (8:30am - 2:00pm) Salary: £14 - £14.50 Contract Type: Full time, Temp to Perm for right person Our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk is seeking a Junior Applications Engineer As Junior Applications Engineer your duties will include: * Operating and maintaining laboratory and analytical equipment * Preparing chemical solutions and assisting with laboratory testing procedures * Testing, evaluating and processing coatings for a wide range of engineering applications * Preparing documentation and recording results An ideal candidate for the Junior Applications Engineer will have: * A background in Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Design or a related field * Knowledge of analytical laboratory equipment (advantageous but not essential) * Practical skills such...

Do you have previous experience as a Machine Technician? Do you have an interest in Machine Wiring with some proven experience? Job Title: Machine Assembler Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.00am to 4.30pm / Friday 8.00am to 3.30pm Salary: £12.21 p/h to start, increasing to £13 once trained Contract Type: Full time, 12 week temp to perm Our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk is seeking a Machine Assembler As Machine assembler your duties will include: * Perform electrical testing of system builds * Read and work to engineering drawings and schematics * Ensure production schedules are met in line with customer demands An ideal candidate for the Machine assembler will have: * Electrical experience, including panel assembly and wiring from diagrams * Experience in building switchgear is desirable Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Haverhill, Suffolk following a registration process by PureKat...

RF Engineer Contractor | 3 Months | Outside IR35 |Full-time, Onsite | North Cambridge I am currently recruiting for a market leader in the field of critical communications. Their focus is on providing high quality products to a demanding, mission critical client base, which includes the police, paramedics, sea rescue, major airports, large mining facilities and utilities or oil and gas plants located in hazardous environments. We are looking for a couple of RF Engineers to join the team, who have been have been developing comprehensive TETRA and LTE solutions tailored for users across multiple sectors to address their critical communication needs. You will be responsible for: Technical design and specification of RF circuitry for radio terminal products: Complete subsystem design and implementation Integration with Baseband, Audio and MMI subsystems Component specification and sourcing Design test documentation Schematic creation and PCB layout supervision Technical requirements...

My client is looking for Electrical Improvers for a contract in Cambridge. Will be assisting the BMS Electicians on site. Must have a minimum of 2 years experience. Must have ECS IPAF perferred. Email: (url removed)

Roles - PSV Engineer / PSV Technician / PSV Mechanic / Bus Technician Location: Cambridge Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic? Are you available to start work right away? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits of working for Excel: * Weekly Pay * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34.00 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of PSV * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of PSV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety regulations and safe...

Electronics Engineer - Contract Cambridge (Onsite) Outside IR35 Up to £85 per hour We are seeking an experienced Electronics Engineer to join a highly advanced engineering environment working on cutting-edge defence and security technology. This is a full-time onsite contract role based in Cambridge, offering the opportunity to work on complex, real-world challenges from concept through to delivery. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists, developing innovative solutions across a wide range of projects, from early-stage proof of concept through to fully functional prototypes. The Role You will take ownership across the full product lifecycle, including requirements capture, design, development, testing and delivery. The work is varied, fast-paced and technically challenging, with a focus on electronics design, testing, and system-level hardware integration. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and test electronic hardware from concept...

Contract Electronics Engineer (Outside IR35) Cambridge – Onsite 5 days Rate dependent on experience Current SC Clearance desirable, DV clearance highly desirable. Join a specialist team designing next-generation hardware and software for secure communications and defence technologies. This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise on a contract basis, helping turn pioneering concepts into real-world prototypes. You’ll work across the full product life cycle, from capturing requirements and designing to developing, testing, and delivering working solutions. You’ll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, and designers on fast-moving, varied projects. The work spans early-stage prototypes to fully functional systems, offering both intellectual and practical challenges. This role is ideal for contractors who enjoy hands-on work and seeing tangible results from their efforts. We are looking for a real generalist, how has proven experience with a...

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...

Human Factors Engineer Location: Cambridge Salary: DOE Contract role for 12 months Benefits: Flexible home and office-based working, competitive contract rates, opportunity to work on global projects Exciting opportunity for a Human Factors Engineer to join our client’s Devices Centre of Excellence! This role offers the chance to contribute to global drug delivery device development projects and regulatory submissions. About the Role and Client Our client is a global leader in drug delivery device innovation, supporting projects across multiple therapy areas. As a Human Factors Engineer, you will manage and execute human factors engineering activities, ensuring usability and compliance for combination products. Responsibilities * Collaborate with internal teams, external design companies, and vendors to deliver human factors engineering outputs * Project-manage the supply, assembly, and testing of materials for HF studies * Provide usability input to device design and...

We are recruiting for Electricians to work at a Magistrates Court in central Cambridge, replacing existing lights and fittings with LEDs. * Hours: 48hrs working nights, Monday to Thursday 6pm - 6am. * Rate: £35.90/hr * Duration: 8-10 weeks You will need a gold jib card, experience installing Dali lighting and a Basic DBS (We can apply for this if you do not hold one). Please contact Tim at Apex for further details. Apex Resourcing Solutions is a recruitment business acting on behalf of this company

RF Design Consultant | Outside IR35 | £60-70p/h My client requires an experienced RF Design Engineer to provide expert-level hardware development and integration support for our next generation of high-reliability wireless terminals. The consultant will be responsible for the end-to-end design, simulation, and hardware-level optimisation of critical RF subsystems. Scope of Work & Deliverables: * Complete component-level schematic design and PCB layout supervision for high-power RF chains, specifically focusing on Power Amplifiers (PA), Low Noise Amplifiers (LNA), and Frequency Generation circuitry. * Perform detailed circuit and electromagnetic simulations using ADS or CST to predict performance and ensure first-pass success of matching networks and filter designs. * Deliver optimised hardware solutions operating across the 700MHz to 6GHz range, ensuring full compatibility with 5G/LTE/4G and WiFi standards. Required Technical Expertise: * Deep expertise in...

Role: Project Manager Status: Contract, 12 months outside IR35 Location: Harlow Addison Project Plc are seeking a PSC contractor to provide Project Management services to support a project in Greater London. Workscope: * To Provide engineering design-based Project Management services from Front End through detailed design. * Full responsibility for the delivery to install a new process integrated into an operational manufacturing plant. Services to be provided: * Complete project management services from Front End through detailed design * Day-to-day client interface and stakeholder management * Provide guidance to client teams and the construction manager * Plan and control scope, schedule, cost and risk * Coordinate multi-discipline design (Process, Mech, EC&I, Civils/Struct) and constructability reviews. * Lead all on site activites, proactive client, design and construction team communication is key for this role *...

Lead Piping Designer - Addison Project, Harlow For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place to grow your career. Job Type: Contract Outside IR35 Start: Spring 2026 Location: Harlow, Essex with travel to site in Home Countries Workscpe Addison Project Plc are seeking...

Senior Process Engineer- Addison Project, Harlow For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place to grow your career. Role: Senior Process Engineer (Contract – Outside IR35) Location: Harlow Contract: 12 months Start Date: Spring 2026 Workscope Addison Project Plc invites...

Civil & Structural Design Engineer, Harlow, Contract For over 25 years, Addison Project plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you're passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, Addison Project is the place to grow your career. Role: Civil & Structural Design Engineer Location: Harlow Start Date: Spring 2026 Status: 6 months, Outside IR35 Workscope Addison Project Plc are...

Steel Erector (IPAF) – Required We are looking to recruit an experienced Steel Erector holding a valid IPAF licence for upcoming projects. This role offers steady work for a dependable and competent individual who takes pride in their work. Duties will include: Installing and erecting structural steel to specification Operating MEWPs safely and effectively on site Interpreting drawings and following site instructions Working closely with the site team to meet project deadlines Maintaining a high standard of workmanship Adhering to all site health & safety requirements Candidate Requirements: Previous experience in steel erection is essential Valid IPAF certification CSCS card is desirable Comfortable working at height Good awareness of health & safety practices Punctual, reliable, and able to work as part of a team What we offer: Competitive rates, based on experience Ongoing work for the right candidate Weekly pay Well-run sites with supportive teams...

Test Equipment (TE) New Business Support (NBS) contract role 2-3 days on site in Stevenage Skillset/experience required: Compilation of bid data sourced from technical subject matter experts into standardised bid pro forma. Ability to communicate with different areas and levels of the business. Liaising and interfacing with the bid requesting customers (internal programs), technical teams, subject matter experts, and test equipment leadership teams. Use of common office tools (Excel, Word. PowerPoint etc.) Experience within an engineering discipline and knowledge of a product 'through life' design life-cycle (concept, development, Integration & validation, delivery, support etc.) ideal but not essentialPrimavera experience ideal but not essential. Overview of department: The Test Equipment New Business Support (TE NBS) role will form part of a small team working within an international 'Test Equipment Design/delivery' function, developing test solutions for...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage (the role can be a split of working Onsite and Working From Home) is currently looking to recruit a Bid Coordinator on an initial 6 month contract, with very high prospect of extension.    This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Bid Coordinator, Bid Manager, Bid Specialist or Bid Writer.  An Engineering background would be great.  A background of working in the Defence or Aerospace industry would be great.    Rate: £50 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: This role will be 2 or 3 days per week onsite. Duration: 6 Months with very likely prospect of extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Bid Coordinator Job Description: The Test Equipment New Business Support (TE NBS) role...