339 jobs found in Widnes

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...

NRL are delighted to be chosen to work alongside United Infrastructure Ltd on the Liverpool Bay Carbon Capture Pipeline Project we require EXPERIENCED Pipeline welders with a proven history and interested in work on this long term project Start date: April 2026 onwards -  dependant on clients requirements ONLY Candidates resident in the UK or have the RTW in the UK will be considered if interested please send up to date CV along with any current certifiates, front and back of any cards When received we will be in touch to discuss The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.   We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job...

A fantastic opportunity with one of the biggest names in nuclear and defence is looking for an EC&I Engineer to join there team on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity to work on some of the best nuclear projects in the UK and work with a company that values learning and career development. Job Title - Senior EC&I Design Engineer Location - Warrington Salary - £60 an hour - Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Ensure any and all specification for clients design are implemented and checked for safety compliance Ensure changes are effectively controlled and that work is well documented and coordinated to the correct managers Ensure the implementation of the Project Execution Plan (PEP) Improve construction safety performance to meet Company targets Liaise with designers and / or technical experts to ensure correct interpretation of their requirements and obtain authorisation for modifications as a consequence of local conditions. Implementation of Quality Plans,...

One of the most well-known nuclear companies in the UK is looking for senior mechanical engineers to work on some of the most prestigious projects in the sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior mechanical engineer to work on a massive project within the defence/nuclear sector. Job Title - Senior Mechanical Engineer Location -  Warrington 2/3 days a week Contract Length - 12 Months Pay Rates - Up to £60.00 an hour (Inside IR35) Key responsibilities: Provide technical support to the team for you specialist area and ensure you are working to deadlines effectively Make engineering decisions from a project and technical stand point Act as the technical authority or lead mechanical engineer when required to do so. Ensure all change are assessed and managed accordingly to project scope Ensure the procedures and engineering codes are consistently met and managed throughout the project lifecycle. Produce and review all technical documents and approve calculations, analysis,...

We're looking for a proactive Production Engineer to join an automotive manufacturing customer of ours on a 12 month fixed term contract. What you'll be doing Tackling production bottlenecks and improving workflow Introducing new processes, products, and technologies Driving material and labour-saving initiatives (VAVE) Supporting prototype builds and process trials Producing clear build instructions, SOPs and process documentation Collaborating with teams to resolve manufacturing issues Ensuring Health, Safety & Environmental compliance What we're looking for Previous experience in a similar engineering/production role Strong understanding of lean principles and process improvement Experience with mechanical, electrical or hydraulic systems Confident creating documentation and supporting new product introduction Excellent communication, problem solving and multitasking skills Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical or related Engineering field Hours: 37 hours per...

Mechanical Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer - Contract (Inside IR35) Warrington (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite) £51-£56 per hour Long-Term Contract | Major Nuclear Programme - PFDO, Sellafield Are you a Mechanical Engineer ready to step into a high-impact role on one of the UK's most critical nuclear programmes? We're supporting a key delivery partner on the PFDO project at Sellafield, and we're looking for a Mechanical Engineer or Senior Mechanical Engineer to help drive engineering excellence across complex, safety-critical work. The Opportunity You'll play a vital role in delivering engineering and technical activities across the project lifecycle-bringing your expertise to solve complex challenges and ensure high-quality outputs in a regulated environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a flagship nuclear programme, collaborating with experienced teams while contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of major works. What You'll Be Doing Deliver...

Lead / Senior Process Engineer - Nuclear (Contract) Warrington (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) £56-£61/hour (Inside IR35) Long-term contract opportunity We're supporting a key nuclear programme and are looking for an experienced Lead / Senior Engineer to join a high-performing technical team working on a critical issue within a major facility. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll take ownership of technical work packages and play a key role in shaping solutions from early-stage studies through to project transition. The Opportunity You'll be supporting the technical team managing a leak within a major nuclear facility, taking responsibility for delivering engineering solutions, driving technical direction, and engaging with stakeholders. This role offers a strong level of autonomy - ideal for someone confident operating at Lead level who enjoys owning and delivering complex engineering scopes. What We're Looking For Background: Engineering or relevant science-based...

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist (EMEA) Location: Warrington (Remote or Hybrid options available) Duration: 12-Month Contract Pay Rate: £50.00 - £60.00 per hour Work Pattern: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week (Flexible hours between 09:00 and 18:00) The Role We are seeking a high-energy Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist to provide leadership and strategic support for IVD/MD (In Vitro Diagnostic and Medical Device) registrations across the EMEA region. Reporting to the Director of Regulatory Affairs EMEA, you will work within a dynamic, international environment to ensure market growth and revenue protection through strict regulatory compliance. This is a versatile role that can be performed remotely or as a hybrid arrangement out of our Warrington site, with occasional business travel (approx. 10-15%) for escalations and site visits. Key Responsibilities Registration Leadership: Lead national product and establishment registrations across EMEA markets, ensuring all...

Overview A leading engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Piping Stress Engineer to support a major nuclear civil decommissioning programme. This role is central to ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient piping system design within a highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with multidiscipline engineering teams, providing technical expertise across stress analysis, flexibility assessment, support design, and compliance verification. Key Responsibilities Stress & Flexibility Analysis Identify stress-critical lines through detailed review of P&IDs and line lists. Perform piping stress analysis using recognised industry software (e.g., CAESAR II / AutoPIPE). Evaluate nozzle loads, support loading, thermal expansion, vibration issues, and system flexibility. Conduct static and dynamic analyses, ensuring systems meet functional, safety, and engineering design requirements. Design & Technical Review Review and...

Senior Safety Case Engineer - Part-Time Location: Warrington - Hybrid ££51-56/hour About the Role: Join the team to provide operational support across facilities, initially supporting the HAL Programme. You'll contribute to the production of key deliverables including safety case strategies, nuclear safety assessments, and safety case summaries. As a SQEP Radiological Safety Assessor, you will: Deliver fit-for-purpose integrated nuclear safety cases and underpinning assessments. Ensure documentation meets the expectations of Sellafield's Safety Case Process arrangements. Lead hazard identification studies and develop nuclear hazard management strategies. Collaborate across disciplines, proactively sharing Lessons for the Future (LFE). Support regulatory engagements and Sellafield Ltd's assurance arrangements, including design reviews and technical committees.Knowledge & Expertise: Detailed understanding of nuclear safety case processes and methodologies. Experience in...

Senior Safety Case Engineer - Part-Time Location: Warrington - Hybrid £51-56/hour Contract Duration: April 2026 - November 2026 (with potential to continue through project phases to 2029) About the Project Join the Return of Failed Fuel (RoFF) project, part of the AGR Programme, developing a safety case to export suspect AGR fuel from Receipt & Storage ponds back to AGRSP or FHP. This complex, high-profile project involves reversing standard fuel routing processes and demonstrating the capability to safely move fuel using existing site assets. Currently in the Appraise and Select phase, the project is supported by an Integrated Project Team (IPT) and requires a Senior Radiological Safety Assessor to help deliver safety case documentation, support engineering design, and ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards. Key responsibilities include gap analysis for fuel unpacking and liquid effluent management, and contributing to Hazop/fault identification studies,...

SCADA / HMI Engineer Contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid - Warrington (Office + Remote) Security Clearance: BPSS / Eligible for SC Are you an experienced SCADA/HMI Engineer who loves solving complex problems, shaping high‑quality control systems, and working on projects that genuinely matter? What You'll Do In this role, you'll design, develop, implement and test SCADA/HMI solutions that meet rigorous engineering and safety standards. You'll play a key part in the full systems lifecycle, from requirements capturing through to system testing, documentation, and commissioning. You will: Design & Engineering Develop HMI/SCADA applications (e.g., Rockwell FactoryTalk View) using standardised objects, faceplates and intuitive visual displays. Prepare high‑quality engineering documentation such as URS/RTM, FDS/SDD, SSS, test specifications and I/O schedules. Work closely with PLC engineers to define the control system architecture, network diagrams and interface documentation....

Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist Are you a proactive regulatory professional looking to lead critical compliance activities in the life sciences sector? We are seeking a Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join a dynamic international team for a 12-month contract. This role offers the flexibility of remote or hybrid working and is based out of Warrington. The Role In this leadership-focused position, you will provide hands-on support for EU Member State notifications concerning IVDR CDx performance studies. You will be responsible for developing regulatory application strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring timely submissions and maintaining full regulatory compliance across the EMEA region. Your Responsibilities Notification Management: Lead and manage notification activities for IVDR CDx performance studies involving leftover samples. Documentation & Submission: Prepare, review, and submit notification packages to EU Competent Authorities and Ethics...

Principal Engineer  If you’re the kind of engineer who thrives on solving complex problems, guiding others, and influencing how projects are delivered, this is the role that puts you in the driving seat. Not just another technical post — this is your chance to lead, shape and elevate engineering standards across meaningful, high‑impact programmes. You’ll join a team that values expertise, curiosity and clear thinking. A place where experienced engineers step up, take ownership and push for smarter, safer, better ways of working. If you want room to grow, real autonomy and the platform to make a difference, you’ll feel at home here. What makes this worth your time? Lead the engineering direction on projects that genuinely matter Be the go‑to specialist – the one people trust for clarity, quality and technical judgement Work with multi‑discipline teams and influence how solutions are shaped from day one Coaching and developing talent – play a key role in growing capability, not...

EC&I Engineer Warrington or Cumbria £40 to £50/hour (Umbrella, inside IR35) 12 month contract Due to security nature of the role, we can only consider those who have lived in the UK in the last 5 years and is eligible for BPSS and SC security clearance. Job Purpose: We are seeking a skilled and motivated EC&I Engineer to join our client's team in Warrington. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation systems within our projects. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and maintain EC&I systems to meet project requirements. * Design control systems, electrical schematics, and instrumentation layouts. * Carry out system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting. * Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions. * Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, reports, and user manuals. * Ensure compliance with industry standards and...

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...

Press Brake Setter/ Operator Certain Advantage is hiring for Press Brake Setter/ Operator based in the St Helens area. This role is on a temporary-to-permanent basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a global aerospace and automotive client who manufactures shielded chambers and bespoke products for various industrial applications. The Role: This role is for a Press Brake Setter/ Operator —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: Processing materials and components required for the future assembly of customer orders Setting and operating Amada machines.  The Individual We’re looking for people who can: Operate specialist machinery (e.g. press brake, CNC) in line with training and competency. Check that materials issued for each job match the production and works order(s); select and use appropriate tooling...

Site Manager - Industrial Project (Haydock) Start Date: 2nd May Duration: 3 weeks (with potential for longer-term extension) Location: Haydock Rate: £310 per day We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee an Industrial project based in Haydock. This role is due to start on 2nd May and will run for an initial 3‑week period, with the strong possibility of ongoing work depending on project progress and performance. Role Responsibilities: Oversee day‑to‑day site operations and ensure smooth project delivery Manage site teams, subcontractors, and on‑site activities Ensure all works are carried out in line with health & safety standards Monitor progress, quality, and adherence to project plans Act as the main point of contact for clients and project stakeholders Coordinate materials, labour, and site logistics Produce site reports and maintain accurate documentation Requirements: Proven experience as a Site Manager on Industrial projects Strong leadership,...

Fabricator/Welder Certain Advantage is hiring for Fabricators/Welders based in the St Helens area. This role is on a temporary-to-permanent basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a global aerospace and automotive client who manufactures shielded chambers and bespoke products for various industrial applications. 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: Work directly from an engineering drawing Fabricate/Weld to a high standard  The Individual We’re looking for people who can show: MIG weld to a high standard. Read engineering drawings and fabricate (or plate for heavier work).  The Benefits: Potential to go permanent Plenty of overtime at x1.5  Sounds like you? Apply today! Or WhatsApp/ring Lukas - (phone number removed)   Working with Certain Advantage We go...