26 lead software engineer jobs found

Are you a design engineer looking for a temp role? Do you have experience using AutoCAD electrical? Have you electrically design control panels? If so this exciting new role could be for you! Our client is engineering tool provider with customers using their process solutions for a wide range of uses. They are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join the team and help them achieve our mission of providing the best solutions for customers. Key responsibilities * Provide guidance and mentorship to engineering team members, helping to ensure their professional growth and development, including onboarding new staff. * Ensure the output of the team is in a standard format, complies with company quality, as well as other regulatory and compliance standards. * Support other departments by answering queries and requests for information relating to your function. * Work closely and support the other Lead Engineer to ensure that a consistent engineering service is provided...

Operations & Maintenance Engineer – HVDC (Aberdeen) Location: Aberdeen (Hybrid – minimum 3 days in office) Our client is looking for an Operations & Maintenance Engineer to join the team in Aberdeen, supporting the development of O&M deliverables for a major HVDC converter station and associated offshore platform. Key Responsibilities Provide day‑to‑day support to the Project Lead and the Operations & Maintenance Focal Point. Create and develop Operations & Maintenance Manuals for an HVDC converter station. Build Preventive Maintenance Plans (PMPs) for the HVDC offshore platform. Review, analyse, and comment on OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) documentation. Develop critical spares lists aligned with maintenance requirements. Work to planned schedules and provide progress updates to project leadership. Use maintenance software/CMMS tools to support maintenance development activities. Work independently while collaborating effectively within a...

Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) Tewkesbury (on site) Aerospace/Advanced Manufacturing Inside IR35 £50 - £55 per hour THE ROLE - Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stand-out aerospace engineering business to support Sliding Head/Swiss Lathe Manufacturing. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll need to possess excellent experience in Sliding Head lathe practices and processes including programming and CAD/CAM knowledge. As an expert with Sliding Head machining, you should have knowledge of some of the following machines: Star ST38, Star SR10J, Star SW20, Citizen. DUTIES - Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Sliding Head) Authoring and approving manufacturing processes and process specifications Online and Offline programming for CNC Activities - Perform problem solving and root cause corrective actions (RCCA). Provide technical, machining task planning and authorisation. Advise and support daily shop-floor management...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Gateshead or Telford Job Type: Contract, Full-Time Primary Industry: Engineering Secondary Industry: Military and Defence Job Description The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer plays a crucial role within the engineering team, delivering advanced mechanical design solutions for defence-related projects. This position requires a high level of technical expertise in mechanical design, alongside a comprehensive understanding of military and defence standards. The role involves conceptualising, developing and refining mechanical components and assemblies, ensuring designs meet stringent performance, safety and quality requirements. The successful candidate collaborates closely with multi-disciplinary teams including systems engineers, manufacturing, quality assurance and project management to deliver robust and innovative mechanical designs. The role demands strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage...

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Derbyshire Rate: £40 - £42 per hour (Ltd – Outside IR35) Contract: 3 – 6 month initial contract – likely to extend Immediate Start Our client is looking for an experienced professional to take a lead role in managing the full design process—from initial concept through to final delivery. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects within a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment. You'll use tools like CAD and advanced engineering software to validate calculations, support testing, and oversee project execution, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction at every stage. What Our Client is Looking For: A hands-on background in fabrication and structural engineering Proficiency in engineering calculations – using Mathcad, Excel, and hand calculations Expertise in acoustics, airflow, and thermal systems Experience with both large and small companies,...

Job Specification: Electrical Design Engineer (Senior - Lead) Business Unit: Data Centre Design Consultancy (Client Side) Location: Remote Reporting to: Associate Director/Director Overview We are seeking highly skilled Senior and Lead Electrical Design Engineers to join our specialist data centre design consultancy team. These roles will be responsible for driving the design, coordination, and delivery of complex electrical systems for hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre environments. You will work directly with clients, end users, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop high‑quality, technically robust designs from concept through to construction. Core Responsibilities (All Levels) Lead and produce electrical designs for data centre infrastructure including: HV and LV power distribution UPS systems (static and rotary) Standby generation Earthing and bonding Lighting and small power Busbar distribution systems Develop design documentation:...

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Are you ready to take your career to the next level and lead the charge in deploying cutting-edge greenfield data centres? Our client is on the lookout for a talented Network Automation Engineer who is passionate about transforming network architecture into streamlined automated solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited about treating networks as software products, we want to hear from you! Role: Network Automation Engineer Duration: 6 Months (extension options) Location: Remote (must be prepared to travel to Bristol a few times a month) Rate: Competative...

Cybersecurity Lead Software & DevOps Engineer * Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) * Inside IR35 We’re working with a leading financial services client to hire a Cybersecurity Lead Software & DevOps Engineer to drive the design and delivery of enterprise-wide security solutions across a complex technology landscape. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone operating at a Lead Engineer / Team Lead level, with proven experience managing and mentoring small teams of engineers while remaining close to architecture and implementation. Key Responsibilities * Design and deliver end-to-end security solutions across cloud and on-prem environments * Build and scale secure platforms, frameworks, and reusable security patterns * Lead key initiatives across IAM, CI/CD security, secrets management, and supply chain security * Implement robust secrets and key management solutions (e.g. HashiCorp Vault, cloud-native tools) * Partner with engineering and...

Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Project Management * Lead the detailed design and delivery of wastewater networks, including sewerage rising mains and trunk sewers. * Provide technical leadership on wastewater pipeline rehabilitation and renewals. * Ensure designs comply with Water Industry Standards, Sewerage Sector Guidance, and UK regulatory frameworks. * Desirable: understanding of hydraulic modelling, pipeline design tools, and industry software to develop cost-effective solutions. * Oversee the design, planning, and optioneering of wastewater infrastructure projects. * Mentor and review work of engineers and technicians * Support resourcing, programming and providing input to fee and change control Engineering & Design * Develop designs for pumping stations, rising mains, and gravity sewer systems. * Conduct condition assessments and feasibility studies for wastewater asset rehabilitation. * Ensure integration with existing networks and treatment...

Marine Design Engineer - Marine Projects Location: Glasgow or Derby Permanent or Contract Opportunities Are you passionate about delivering precision engineering solutions? Belcan is seeking a talented Marine Design Engineer with expertise in Outfit, Structural, Piping, or Electrical design, to join our expanding Naval team. If you're driven by technical excellence and thrive in a fast-paced marine engineering environment, this could be the perfect role for you. Key Responsibilities of a Marine Design Engineer Detailed Engineering Design & Documentation Develop and produce high‑quality engineering drawings, accurate 3D models, and comprehensive technical specifications using advanced CAD tools. Carry out detailed calculations, tolerance analysis, and material selection to ensure robust, safe, and compliant designs. Lead and contribute to design reviews, ensuring consistent adherence to Belcan's Quality Management System (QMS). Required Skills & Experience Degree...

Are you a Senior DCS Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity? If so, please read on... Senior DCS Engineer Aberdeenshire £50-55 per hour (Outside IR35) 12-month initial contract Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and commissioning of automation systems based on ABB 800xA and AC800M. Manage and deliver full project lifecycle activities, including concept design, software configuration, FAT, SAT, and offshore installation. Collaborate with project teams and clients to ensure technical requirements and deadlines are met. Support offshore commissioning and maintenance activities as required. Essential Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience programming and configuring ABB 800xA and AC800M systems. Strong background in automation and control engineering with full project lifecycle involvement. Offshore Survival Certificate (BOSIET or equivalent). Strong documentation and communication skills. Experience with ABB MOD 300 DCS...

Network Comms Architect Exciting opportunity for a Network Comms Architect to join our Rail Infrastructure CIS business. We operate a flexible working policy and would be open to discussing working requirements. We will require an element of office working in one of our regional offices which include Ashby de-la Zouch, York, Manchester, Glasgow. Chippenham and Croydon. This role is for a Network Comms Architect, capable of developing a networks design for various projects. The role will involve taking approved template network architectures and customizing them for the requirements of a project, focusing on that project's connectivity and cybersecurity requirements along with the performance characteristics of the application system hardware. The jobholder will be capable of building and maintain strong communication links with telecoms specialists and project delivery teams and will learn to interpret the views of these group and influence delivery strategy, based on the...

Job Title: RAMS Engineer Location: Staffordshire (100% on-site) Contract Type: 12-Month Contract The Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced RAMS Engineer to join a global team of subject matter experts. This position focuses on high-voltage electrical equipment, specifically within HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) systems. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating, creating, verifying, and validating reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) models for HVDC systems and subsystems. You will manage project risks throughout the lifecycle, enforce engineering discipline, drive quality processes, and provide technical leadership and training to both customers and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities RAM Studies & Strategy Conduct RAMS studies for HVDC projects and tenders, covering both LCC and VSC technologies. Define spare part requirements and maintenance strategies. Establish and monitor RAMS study structures,...

Senior Systems Engineer (12 Month Fixed Term Contract) Denham Martin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection and crashworthy seats, saving over 7,805 lives to date. We combine cutting-edge engineering with a clear mission: protecting aircrew around the world. We are now recruiting a Senior Systems Engineer (12 month Fixed Term contract) to join our established Systems Engineering team at our Denham site. The Role: As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead complex analytical engineering activities across the full product lifecycle — from concept and development through to production and verification. You will be responsible for maintaining system requirements, conducting in-depth analyses, supporting system verification, and producing highly technical documentation required for internal, customer, and contractual purposes. You will also play a key role in mentoring Systems Engineers, helping maximise team capability, quality, and productivity while supporting...

EE Low Voltage Systems Engineer Scope & Skills summary Scope of Work * Develop, Integrate, Validate, and Sign off Low Voltage Systems, across all relevant projects * Responsibility for hardware and software management (System 42), check & approve circuit diagrams (Schaltplans), support the development of functions, networking, and communications between ECUs. Use diagnostic troubleshooting skills to resolve vehicle issues. * Support all Compliance, Functional Safety, and Golden Rules (ENG (Apply online only) Emissions Control Module Application Process) activities as required. Key Deliverables * Develop, Integrate and Validate the Low Voltage Components, both on and off vehicle, for all relevant projects in line with the company Product Emergence Process. * Work cross functionally within Electrical & Electronics, Whole Vehicle, Body & Trim, and Motion Engineering R&D departments, to deliver a Low Voltage system that meets customer and vehicle...

Lead Electronics Engineer  Edinburgh, Luton, Bristol, Southampton (2 days from home) circa £84 per hour + overtime Contract position Virtual interview Mon–Fri   Certain Advantage is collaborating with a key client to recruit a Lead Electronics Engineer. You will lead the electronics development of a key sensor project for aircraft. This is a key role in developing, maturing, and delivering a mission-critical, electro-optical system that will be installed onto the aircraft platform.   What will you be doing? Manage and lead a team of Electronics engineers in developing the sensor system’s electronic hardware through the full engineering lifecycle from requirements analysis to customer delivery. Ownership of electronics work packages, agreeing budget and schedule with engineering management, day-to-day planning and execution of the teams’ work, supervising engineers in completion of their tasks, and status reporting to key stakeholders. Lead the electronics architecture...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a High Speed Digital Design Engineer subcontractor.   Rate: £58.00 - £80 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role can be a mix of onsite and remote working Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Job Description: As part of a large team of analogue and digital electronics design engineers, you will be responsible for the electronics design and development of high speed MPSoC FPGA and AI hardware solutions targeting SDR, radar signal processing and sensor fusion applications. As Digital Design Engineer you will support the Technical Lead/Architect in collaboration with the systems, software, firmware, mechanical and...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Tooling Engineer in Gloucester on a hybrid basis Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Tooling Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Gloucester on an initial 3-6 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £35.00 - £45.00 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella The role: As the Tooling Engineer, you will be accountable for designing, developing and managing the manufacturing / commissioning of the tooling - to ensure on-time, high-quality products. Your expertise in engineering principles and tooling design will directly contribute to this project. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop advanced tooling solutions to support manufacturing processes, ensuring optimal performance and reliability * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify tooling needs and...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Senior Planner on a 6 Month Rolling Contract, based in Warwick Role Summary The Senior Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing integrated project schedules for substation delivery projects. The role ensures that planning, sequencing, and progress tracking support safe, efficient, and timely execution across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases. Key Responsibilities Planning & Scheduling * Develop detailed project schedules. * Produce baseline programmes and maintain updates reflecting progress, risks, and changes. * Define critical paths, float analysis, and resource loading. * Integrate subcontractor and supplier schedules into master programmes. Project Controls * Monitor progress against plan and produce regular reports, dashboards, and earned value metrics. * Identify delays, risks, and mitigation strategies. * Support change management, including impact...

Are you an Electrical design Engineer with Water experience looking for your next contract role? If so, please read on... Electrical Design Engineer Leeds £40-£45 per hour Outside IR35 6 Month initial Essential Skillset: - Proven experience producing detailed design drawings and technical specifications for electrical systems, using AutoCAD, Revit, and other design software - Experience within the Water industry - Strong experience of relevant electrical standards, regulations, and codes of practice - Familiarity with electrical load calculations, fault analysis, and lighting design If this role is of interest to you, please get in touch with Alex Hooton at JAM Recruitment as soon as possible