673 jobs found in Thatcham

CNC Programmer (Turning) Pay: £40 - £45 Umbrella  Location: Thatcham, Berkshire Sector: Formula 1 | Motorsport  Contract: 3-6 Months Pattern: Full Time | Onsite The Role We're looking for an experienced CNC Programmer in Turning to join a world-class Production Engineering team. Our client is the world's leading designer and manufacturer of specialist transmissions for Formula One, Le Mans, IndyCar, NASCAR, and the world's most prestigious high-performance automotive brands. You'll be responsible for developing CNC programs, optimising machining processes, and supporting the manufacture of complex, high-precision components used in cutting-edge engineering applications. What You'll Be Doing: Produce CNC Turning programs using EdgeCAM Run machine simulations using Vericut Develop manufacturing methods and machining strategies Select cutting tools and identify tooling requirements Design and support work-holding fixtures Review engineering drawings and provide...

CAD/CAM Offline Programmer (Edgecam / Okuma Lathes) Thatcham, Berkshire 6 Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Market Rate 40 Hours per Week | Days WF Tech is recruiting on behalf of a world-renowned manufacturer of high-performance transmission systems for motorsport, automotive and advanced engineering applications. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CAD/CAM Offline Programmer to join a highly skilled manufacturing team on an initial 6-month contract. Working within a fast-paced precision engineering environment, you'll be responsible for creating and optimising CNC programs for Okuma lathes using Edgecam, helping deliver complex, high-precision components to demanding quality and delivery standards. manufactures complex components entirely in-house and uses dedicated CAD/CAM programming facilities, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced offline programmer. The Role ⦁ Produce and optimise offline CNC programs using Edgecam ⦁ Generate efficient...

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...

Job title: Cost Controller Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: ASAP Duration: 14 Months Location: Aldermaston (2 days on site per week) Hours of work: 37 Hours Per Week Role information: We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join a major programme within a highly regulated environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident professional with a strong background in cost engineering or project finance to support the successful delivery of complex projects. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams and stakeholders to provide accurate cost reporting, forecasting, variance analysis and financial performance insights, helping to ensure projects are delivered within budget and to schedule. Responsibilities: * Support the preparation, monitoring and control of project budgets and forecasts. * Ensure compliance with established cost management procedures, processes and systems. * Monitor actual expenditure, including...

A company that designs special-purpose machinery for a variety of industries is looking to hire a Design Engineer to work on a contract that is initially scheduled for 6 months (outside IR35) based at their site near Reading. The Role This position will involve using Solidworks for design work related to components for varying types of special-purpose machinery. Experience Ideal candidates will be fluent Solidworks users with previous experience in similar engineering type companies being desirable. Apply For more information on this position please email your CV to

Role: Installation Electrician Position: Installation Electrician Rate: £21.28 (PAYE) & £1.71 Second Tier Payment and £0.75 Retention payment on all hours worked. Lodge payment available and 10% of base rate payable if in Lodgings. Location: AWE Aldermaston Contract Type: 1 year contract Working 11 day Fortnight. About the Role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Installation Electrician to join our team. You will play a key role in Installing maintaining, repairing, and improving electrical systems across our project division to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Key Responsibilities * Install electrical systems and components in industrial settings (e.g., factories, warehouses, processing plants). * Diagnose and repair electrical faults across, control panels, and site infrastructure. * Install, upgrade, and commission electrical systems, including motors, sensors, and PLC‑controlled equipment. * Ensure all work is completed safely and in...

About this position: We are looking for a Hands-On Commissioning Engineer to support commissioning activities at AWE Burghfield. This site-based contract requires experience with low voltage electrical systems and instrumentation. DV clearance is preferred, but SC-cleared candidates will also be considered. Job Responsibilities: * Commission and test LV electrical systems and field instrumentation. * Carry out loop checks, I/O checks, functional testing, and fault finding. * Test and commission control valves, actuated valves, pressure transmitters, pressure switches, temperature sensors, flow meters, and level instruments. * Verify calibration and operation of instrumentation. * Complete commissioning documentation and support system handovers. * Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with site procedures. Experience Required: * Proven commissioning experience within nuclear, defence, process, or industrial environments. * Strong hands-on...

Currently require TWO skiiled welders / fabricators Experience in Metalwork / Structural a must Need TIG or MIG experience to be considered fod either role Good hours / rates of pay Start asap This is an ongoing requirement for a very busy Company that have been in business for over 50 years Send CV ASAP if interested

Contract Electrical Design Engineer | Reading | Outside IR35 | Defence Technology. Technify Talent is partnering with a leading security technology company based in Reading, Berkshire to hire a Contract Electrical Design Engineer to join their team on a 6 month initial contract. This is a hands-on design role with a strong focus on producing high-quality electrical drawings and design documentation for complex, mission-critical systems that help protect lives and reduce civilian threats. What you'll be doing: * Producing electrical schematics, drawings and design documentation using SolidWorks * Creating and maintaining electrical drawings throughout the engineering lifecycle * Supporting electrical system analysis, testing and verification activities * Working closely with mechanical, software and systems engineers to deliver integrated solutions * Supporting electrical design activities within a highly regulated engineering environment * Contributing to...

SC Cleared Data Cabling Engineers Reading | Ongoing Project Opportunities Morris Sinclair is recruiting experienced SC Cleared Data Cabling Engineers to support an initial infrastructure project based in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a client that delivers structured cabling and network infrastructure projects across the UK, Europe and Malaysia. While the first assignment is based in Reading, engineers who perform well may be offered opportunities to work on future deployments both nationally and internationally. The Role You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality structured cabling installations across commercial and secure environments, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to industry standards. The initial project requires active SC Clearance due to the nature of the site. Essential Requirements Current Active SC Clearance Own vehicle suitable for transporting tools and equipment Own professional data cabling...

Decommissioning Engineer  Location: Reading, UK (Onsite, 5 days per week) Duration: 12 Month   Rate - £60 Per hour Outside IR35 Are you an experienced Decommissioning Engineer looking to join a high-hazard facility programme in the UK. This is a hands-on, boots-on-ground role supporting the mechanical decommissioning of a highly regulated plant. The work involves handling decommissioned equipment in air-fed suits within controlled environments, ensuring strict adherence to health, safety, and regulatory protocols. This is an opportunity to apply your mechanical decommissioning expertise in a critical, high-stakes environment within the nuclear sector. Key Responsibilities ·Conduct mechanical decommissioning activities safely and efficiently ·Work on-site in high-hazard areas requiring air-fed suits ·Handle, dismantle, and prepare plant equipment for decommissioning and disposal ·Ensure compliance with all site safety, quality, and regulatory standards ·Collaborate with...

Mechanical Engineering Lead Location: Reading, UK Salary Range: £103,300 - £139,900 About the Role We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Lead to join the Project Management Team supporting a major pre-FEED contractor office in Reading, UK. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership and engineering expertise on behalf of the JV, ensuring safe, operable, cost-effective, and technically robust mechanical engineering solutions across the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with project management, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to optimise scope, manage technical risk, and support efficient project execution. Key Responsibilities Provide mechanical engineering leadership aligned with project objectives and delivery strategies Support the development of safe, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions during pre-FEED and FEED phases Drive value improvement and capital efficiency initiatives within the...

Earn £750–£1,000+ per week OTE | Company Van & Fuel Card | Refresher Training Available We're looking for experienced Fibre, FTTP and Telecoms Engineers to join our growing team on long-term projects across multiple UK locations. If you've previously worked on fibre networks and your accreditations have lapsed, don't worry – we can help get you re-accredited and back earning quickly. What's in it for you? * £750–£1,000+ per week OTE * Self-employed (CIS) opportunities * Consistent, ongoing workload * Company van and fuel card provided * Paid refresher training and accreditation support * Tools, PPE, uniform and smartphone supplied * £100 referral bonus (terms apply) * Immediate starts available The Role As part of our field engineering team, you'll carry out a variety of fibre network activities, including: * FTTP installations * Fault finding and repairs * Fibre splicing and testing * Overhead work on poles * Underground work in...

Position: IMS Core Engineer Location: Reading and customer offices as required Salary: On Application Duration: Ongoing Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5:30pm Overview of an IMS Core Engineer As an IMS Core Engineer, you’ll be part of a specialist technical team responsible for testing, validating, and supporting mission critical communication solutions. This role is key to ensuring the performance, availability, and reliability of IMS Core services across Core, RAN, and Application layers. You’ll work closely with test, support, and delivery teams to ensure systems meet customer expectations, contractual milestones, and service level agreements. Responsibilities of an IMS Core Engineer • Provide technical expertise in IMS Core and MCX, supporting the definition and execution of test strategies for all network elements and software releases. • Define and execute Functional, Performance, Accessibility, and Compatibility testing to agreed project timelines. • Perform end-to-end testing,...

Overview This is a hands-on, varied Electrical Technician role supporting a wide range of engineering, laboratory, and infrastructure activities within an innovative fusion technology environment. You'll work across multiple engineering projects rather than a single production line, contributing to control systems, power distribution, fault finding, installations, and commissioning. The role suits someone who is adaptable, practical, and able to work independently while tackling a variety of technical challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working in diverse technical environments, and developing their electrical engineering skills on cutting-edge fusion technologies. Key Responsibilities Assist with the design, layout, installation, and commissioning of control panels and control systems. Assemble, install, and maintain electrical systems, panels, and associated equipment. Carry out fault finding and troubleshooting on control...

Overview We are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join a Technical Engineering team supporting a wide range of cutting-edge projects within the fusion sector. We're looking for well-rounded, hands-on technicians who enjoy variety and problem-solving rather than repetitive production work. This is a practical role where no two days are the same, working across multiple systems and engineering projects to support the build, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of advanced experimental equipment. You'll work closely with engineers, scientists, and fellow technicians in a collaborative technical environment developing next-generation fusion technologies. Key Responsibilities Carry out mechanical assembly, installation, and integration of engineering systems. Support maintenance, upgrades, inspections, and fault-finding across a range of equipment. Work from engineering drawings and technical documentation. Provide general mechanical engineering support across multiple...

Overview This is a hands-on engineering role focused on designing and building instrumentation and data acquisition systems that support advanced fusion research and complex engineering environments. You will work across electronics, measurement systems, and laboratory-based testing, developing solutions ranging from PCB design and electrical wiring through to sensor integration, system commissioning, and data acquisition. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing engineering team in a newly created role offering broad technical exposure and ownership across complete systems. Key Responsibilities Design and develop instrumentation and data acquisition systems for monitoring and controlling engineering systems. Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and PCB designs. Assemble, test, and commission laboratory-based test systems. Install and integrate sensors, including temperature, resistance, and other measurement devices. Work closely with engineers and...

Responsibilities: Control panel building Panel wiring to IPC standards Rack building and wiring Cable pulling Prototype wiring Adding connectors to cables Working to diagrams and schematics 18th edition electrical would be preferred

HR Project Advisor (6-Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Andover Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract Hours: Full Time The business A global leader in motor control and drive technology, providing innovative solutions that power industries around the world. With a strong manufacturing presence and a commitment to continuous improvement, they focus on driving operational excellence, supporting our people, and delivering outstanding customer value. They are seeking an experienced and proactive HR professional to join the HR team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys delivering business critical HR projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Opportunity Reporting to the HR leadership team, you will play a key role in supporting and delivering a variety of strategic and operational HR projects across the manufacturing facility of approximately 350 employees. This role is ideal for an HR individual who enjoys project...

Exciting Opportunity for a Particle Scientist: Postdoc Position! Are you ready to take the next step in your scientific career? Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Particle Scientist for a 1-year postdoctoral position that promises to enhance your expertise in crystallisation processes. Join us on an exciting journey to unlock the intricacies of particle science! Key Responsibilities: In this dynamic role, you will: Conduct in-depth investigations into crystallisation processes to deliver fundamental insights. Scope and evaluate solvent selection to optimise yield and productivity, addressing typical production bottlenecks. Execute solubility solvent screens utilising COSMO predictions and experimental measurements to pinpoint suitable crystallisation solvents. Develop and refine crystallisation processes to maximise yield and purity across diverse chemical routes and solvent systems. Determine crystallisation kinetics in single-solvent systems using 0.1-1L reactors,...