562 jobs found in Witney

Administrator / technical clerk – Quality – Oxon – 6 months FTC This role is a 6month FTC and would suit either * an experienced technical administrator/clerk or, * an engineer seeking their first steps into Quality Engineering who has some understanding of Quality Systems paperwork. We are a precision supplier of parts to the aerospace and defence industries. We hold some cool IP and have a keen order book for low-volume, complex parts. What you will do: * Provide administrative support for the Quality department. Specifically, this entails completing and recording data on FAIRS, ISIR, PPAP and APQP documents. * Ensuring legible and on-time completion of documents. * Working with data providers, communicating needs and timing. * Turning data into information and finished documents * Recording and archiving. * Maintain timing plans and keep stakeholders updated of progress and data required What you will need: Either, * Administration experience...

Power Electronics Engineer Contract: 6 months initial, Outside IR35, Oxford, 2 days per week Rate: £60-80 per hour Project Scope The Power Electronics Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and validation of power electronic systems for advanced electrification applications in harsh environments. The role spans the full development lifecycle, from concept and topology selection through simulation, prototyping, and testing, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Technical Scope * Design and develop power converters (AC-DC, DC-DC, DC-AC) across a range of power levels (100kW+). * Evaluate and implement suitable converter topologies (flyback, boost...etc) and validate designs through simulation. * Develop power electronic drive systems for electric motors, including sensorless control approaches where applicable. * Design switching power supplies. * Investigate and address key challenges related to system electrification, including...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Senior Transport Planners to come and join our busy client in Oxford.   This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £45 - £50 per hour + expenses - negotiable for the right candidate. Flexible working and working from home options are available.   The main duties of the Senior Transport Planner are:   ·Lead the development, commissioning and implementation of transport planning projects and studies, including those conducted by external consultants, taking responsibility for their day-to-day management as required in accordance our client's Project Management guidelines. ·To provide input into the preparation of strategic plans and local development frameworks and assessment of strategic development sites ·To advise on the strategy and infrastructure implications of Transport Assessments presented in support of development proposals and in particular any strategic transport modelling. ·To liaise with...

Manufacturing Process Writer Location: Bicester Pay rate: £50 p/h 32 hours per week Inside IR35 - requires use of Umbrella Company Job Description: Seeking a Manufacturing Process Writer to support a project on-site at a customer based in Bicester, England. The desired candidate will have previous experience working within an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment, with strong experience in developing and documenting manufacturing processes. The role will support the development of structured manufacturing documentation in preparation for Design Organisation (DOE) and Production Organisation (POE) approval. The successful candidate will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality teams to capture existing practices and translate them into clear, controlled procedures. The support will include: * Writing and developing internal manufacturing process documentation * Supporting the creation of external and subcontract manufacturing procedures * Documenting...

Metrology Engineer - 6-Month Contract Location: Oxfordshire Working Arrangement: Minimum 80% onsite About the Company An innovative company, established in 2021, is dedicated to commercialising next-generation electric motor technology and intellectual property for the emerging electrification aerospace market. Their technology leads the way in delivering hybrid and all-electric propulsion solutions across Urban Air Mobility (UAM), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and General Aviation (GA). Operating from a state-of-the-art 39,000 sq ft facility in Oxfordshire, the company's ultra-high-performance, low-weight axial-flux motors and power electronics are smaller, lighter, and more robust than competing technologies. The site includes advanced engineering labs, custom test and validation facilities, and full-scale manufacturing capability. The Opportunity *We're looking for an experienced Metrology Engineer to join the team on a 6-month contract. *This role has been created due to...

Temp - Perm £13.00 Per hour Monday - Thursday (Apply online only) - Friday - (Apply online only) Our client is looking to recruit for a 100% Part Inspector to provide additional support to the finishing cell department with support on visual inspection of manufactured components. Inspection is required for specific manufacturing faults generally using magnifying equipment. Key Responsibilities  Check batches of products to a consistently high level, as quickly and efficiently as possible Good attention to detail and focus is required as work can repetitive  be able to quickly understand faults, blemishes and marks so the clients standard is maintained  Competent to be able to book work on and off the computer system Maintain a safe working environment The following attributes are essential for the role and training will be provided for the right candidate: Previous warehouse experience IT literate  Knowledge and experience within the engineering sector would be...

Randstad are recruiting for a number of Freelance section engineer roles to work on a prestigious High speed rail project based in Brackley and Calvert Buckinghamshire This role is PAYE, inside IR35. The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture for a number of years. The role includes the build of a Viaduct, cut and cover tunnel, earthworks, piling and a number of structures. Duties will include: Engineers and subcontractor management and / or Self delivery Planning, forecasting and delivering work Liaising with clients and stakeholders Developing programmes, Risk assessments, Quality assurance. Managing design, NCRs, RFI's, H&S etc. Essential Experience: You will need to have a significant amount of experience on Earthworks, Structures and /or Highways Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the...

Randstad are recruiting for a Freelance Site Agent for a major infrastructure Project in Brackley, Northamptonshire. This role is £600 - £650 a day PAYE, inside IR35. The successful candidate will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors in Joint venture for a number of years. You will have experience in Drainage, earthworks or Structures As a Site Agent, you will be a cornerstone of the project's success. You aren't just managing a site; you are driving the construction strategy. You will balance technical engineering oversight with commercial acumen and team leadership. Core Responsibilities 1. Strategic Planning & Pre-Commencement Strategy: Assist in defining the construction strategy and leading kick-off meetings. Documentation: Own the production of Method Statements, Environmental & Quality Plans, and Construction programmes. Schedules: Manage procurement and design deliverable schedules to ensure no "bottlenecks" in production. 2. Operational Leadership...

About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Section Engineer to join a major infrastructure project on a long-term freelance contract basis. This role offers excellent continuity of work on a high-profile civil engineering scheme, providing stability and the opportunity to be part of a significant multi-year programme. Based on site, you will report to the Sub Agent and take responsibility for supervising the site engineering team from construction through to completion and handover. Key responsibilities include supporting temporary works design, coordinating closely with the Sub Agent and Section Foreman, and ensuring labour, plant, and materials are effectively allocated to deliver works safely, on programme, and within budget. You will manage the setting-out function on site, oversee Site Engineers, and play an active role in their development and performance. You will also be responsible for identifying and resolving technical issues, working...

Our client are a leading manufacturer providing specialist solutions to a variety of industries such as aerospace, power generation, rail and oil and gas industries. They are looking for a meticulous Quality Engineer to join their team on a 12 month contract. Quality Engineer FAIRS 12-month contract Monday – Thursday 8am-4:30pm, Friday 1:30pm finish Towcester Main Duties/Responsibilities Produce and submit Last & First Article Reports to customers and validate incoming supplier reports Ongoing Inspection Support for Towcester products including inwards and outwards. Monitor and escalate, where necessary, internal product quality issues Lead cross functional problem-solving teams in line with the company standard processes to ensure effective and robust corrective action is implemented Responsible for release of Product in accordance with EASA Form 1 Requirements (CAA Part 21 and 145), FAR 145 and Certificate of Conformity of all products from the business site, including...

QC Microbiology Technologist (12-Month Contract) Location: Berkshire Sector: Biopharmaceuticals Overview We are supporting a leading biopharmaceutical organisation based in Berkshire in the search for a QC Microbiology Technologist on a 12-month contract. This role will play a key part in supporting product quality through microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and ensuring compliance with GMP standards. Key Responsibilities * Perform microbiological testing to support product qualifications, routine analysis, and environmental monitoring programmes * Accurately record and document all results in accordance with GMP and cGMP requirements * Review test data, identify any deviations or trends, and escalate concerns to QC Management where appropriate * Maintain high laboratory standards, including housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and inventory management * Support the qualification of media, reagents, and microbiological methods * Ensure all...

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...

Are you a Section Engineer with proven experience successfully delivering earthworks and drainage packages on a major project?   Location: Buckingham Duration: 6 months (1-2 years' worth of work) Rate: £400 - £450/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 Engineer with strong earthworks, drainage or structures experience to join their team.   As a Section Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting construction operations on site, managing junior engineers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification.   Key responsibilities include: ·Setting out and overseeing works to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications ·Managing and coordinating subcontractors ·Resolving technical issues in liaison with the senior engineering team ·Assisting with short-term planning, progress reporting, resource...

Lead Supplier Quality Engineer Cheltenham 37 hours p/w £38 p/h Contract Role - 6 mths + Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Supplier Quality Engineer with Automotive experience for a 6 -month initial contract position with scope to extend to 12 months . The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality of products and materials supplied by external vendors, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations. This role is critical to maintaining the highest levels of safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) within our supply chain. Roles and Responsibilities Management of a portfolio of suppliers (both OE and Aftermarket suppliers). Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards. Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions for non-conformances. Collaborate with suppliers to establish and maintain quality control...

CONTRACT Electronic Design Engineer – Camera/Vision Systems (Remote contract – Outside IR35 - £50-55) (remotecontract) I am looking for a hands-on hardware design engineer to build camera systems from the ground up for advanced sensing applications for unmanned vehicles. Key Responsibilities Design CMOS & LWIR (thermal) camera systems Develop multi-layer PCBs (6 layers, controlled impedance) (core skill) Work across digital, mixed-signal & high-speed design (MIPI, LVDS) Interface sensors with FPGAs and frame buffer memory Design Ethernet/USB interfaces Support bring-up, debugging & validation Requirements Strong PCB design & high-speed experience Proven camera/imaging background (CMOS LWIR essential) Experience with FPGA (VHDL/Verilog) interfacing & Ethernet design Desirable CMOS experience with Teledyne/Octopus Must have UK right to work (BPSS eligible) If you are immediately available please send me a message or email me your cv

Vehicle Integration Engineer Location: Gaydon Contract: 12 Months Order Ref: (phone number removed) Overview We are seeking a Vehicle Integration Engineer responsible for leading and delivering the engineering integration process across vehicle programmes. This role ensures the definition, development, and validation of vehicle‑level technical specifications and attributes. As a Specialist Professional (P4), you will be recognised as a subject‑matter expert, applying advanced engineering knowledge and substantial industry experience to complex challenges while guiding and coaching junior engineers. Key Responsibilities Engineering Integration Lead the creation and development of vehicle technical specifications and attribute requirements. Develop, review, and manage vehicle testing plans and support product development activities. Oversee integration activities to ensure seamless performance across systems and sub‑systems. Specialist & Leadership Duties Manage large...

Vehicle Concepts Engineer Location: Gaydon Contract: 12 Months Order Ref: (phone number removed) What to Expect Our client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Vehicle Concepts Engineer to join the Whole Vehicle Concepts team within VAVE Off‑Cycle Projects. In this role, you will support the creation of early‑phase CAD schemes for future vehicle programmes, contributing to the development of both upper body and underbody package layouts. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will ensure that early concept layouts meet the necessary Engineering, Manufacturing, and Creative requirements during the Concept phase (pre‑CS to KO). You will collaborate closely with multiple cross‑functional teams, including: Vehicle Architectures & Engineering Body & Chassis Concepts Design Studio Human Factors Body Structural Integration Advanced PowertrainThis is a fantastic opportunity to influence the direction of future vehicle architectures and contribute to...

Senior Engineer (Weights) Location: Gaydon Contract Order Ref: (phone number removed) Overview We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Weights) to join the On‑Cycle (programme delivery) Weights Engineering team. In this role, you will take responsibility for coordinating, analysing, and delivering all weight‑related activities across assigned vehicle programmes. You'll work closely with cross‑functional engineering teams to set and achieve targets, resolve complex mass‑related issues, and ensure compliance with certification and regulatory requirements. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Programme Weight Management Lead coordination of vehicle weight data across all functional owners. Own programme‑level weight targets, including: Target setting and balancing Status reporting to Integration and senior leadership Apply set control models to determine the mass and loads for all buildable programme derivatives. Mass Issue Resolution & Analysis Lead...

Luxury automotive OEM POSITION DESCRIPTION: * The client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Vehicle Concepts Engineer to join the Whole Vehicle Concepts team within VAVE Off Cycle Projects. * In this role, you will support the creation of early phase CAD schemes that contribute to the upper body and/or under body package layout for future products. * Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will help ensure that concept layouts meet Engineering, Manufacturing, and Creative requirements during the Concept phase (pre CS to KO). * You will collaborate closely with teams including Vehicle Architectures and Engineering, Body & Chassis Concepts, Studio, Human Factors, Body Structural Integration, and Advanced Powertrain. * This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to influence the development of future vehicles and architectures, whilst working alongside passionate and talented people. Essential Skills & Experience * Proficiency...

Luxury automotive OEM POSITION DESCRIPTION: * The client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Vehicle Concepts Engineer to join the Whole Vehicle Concepts team within VAVE Off Cycle Projects. * In this role, you will support the creation of early phase CAD schemes that contribute to the upper body and/or under body package layout for future products. * Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will help ensure that concept layouts meet Engineering, Manufacturing, and Creative requirements during the Concept phase (pre CS to KO). * You will collaborate closely with teams including Vehicle Architectures and Engineering, Body & Chassis Concepts, Studio, Human Factors, Body Structural Integration, and Advanced Powertrain. * This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to influence the development of future vehicles and architectures, whilst working alongside passionate and talented people. Essential Skills & Experience * Proficiency...