15 manufacturing bid lead jobs found

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Project Manager / Bid Lead subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be a hybrid role of working from home and onsite (2 days per week). This role would suit a candidate who has bid manager / bid proposals experience along with a project manager experience.  A defence / aerospace / manufacturing background would be great.  Job Title: Manufacturing Project Manager / Bid Lead Rate: £33 per hour Location: Bolton   Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Manufacturing Project Manager / Bid Lead Job Description: Generation of Manufacturing Bids for Industrial Transfer packages of work, ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are...

Project Procurement Manager Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 6-9 Month Rolling Contract Rate: £40 per hour (PAYE) The Role We are seeking an experienced Project Procurement Manager to join a high-performing Project Team on a contract basis. You will play a key role in integrating procurement into the project management process, organising, controlling, and monitoring all procurement activities across allocated projects. Working autonomously, you will develop and deliver procurement strategies, manage supplier engagement, and ensure cost-effective purchasing aligned to programme and business objectives. Typical project values range up to £500m with spend in excess of £200m Key Responsibilities Develop and drive procurement strategies to achieve cost, schedule, and quality objectives Lead RFQs, supplier negotiations, selection processes, and issue purchase orders in line with procurement procedures Take ownership of allocated A & B projects with combined values of...

This Bid Manager role is responsible for leading the full tendering and bid submission process within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. Working closely with commercial, engineering, and delivery teams, you will coordinate high-quality, compliant, and commercially competitive proposals whilst driving continuous improvement and supporting business growth. This opportunity would suit an organised and commercially minded professional with experience managing complex tenders, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final presentation and handover. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end tender and bid submission process. Coordinate with engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to produce high-quality proposals. Review technical and commercial compliance to ensure competitive and profitable submissions. Manage and mentor the Bid Team whilst improving bid processes and tender...

Mechanical Project Engineer CONTRACT 6XMONTHS Rugby My client is a leading engineering and infrastructure contractor that has been awarded by Severn Trent to deliver critical infrastructure upgrades to the sewage treatments works known as AMP8. They require as Mechanical Project Engineer who excels at the implementation of design, procurement, and package management. You will lead the early-stage mechanical design integration with the supply chain and delivery team, translate those designs into procurement packages, and serve as the mechanical package Lead for subcontractors as the project moves from the design phase into manufacturing and site delivery, installation and commissioning. Any previous experience working on AMP 6 or AMP 7 projects would be of particular interest. Responsibilities Core Responsibilities 1. Early-Stage Design & Integration • Internal & External Coordination: Lead the integration of internal mechanical design with specialist third-party...

Logistics Engineer Location: Gaydon / Wellesbourne Contract: Temporary (Ongoing) Hours: 39 hours per week Mon-Thurs: 07:00-16:00 Fri: 07:30-12:00 About Aston Martin For over 110 years, Aston Martin has crafted some of the world's most luxury, high-performance sports cars. This is your opportunity to join a globally recognised brand at the forefront of premium automotive manufacturing. Manpower is proud to partner with Aston Martin to recruit a Logistics Engineer to support cutting-edge supply chain and production operations. The Role As a Logistics Engineer, you will develop, implement and optimise end-to-end logistics solutions-from global suppliers through to production line delivery. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and lean logistics operations supporting world-class manufacturing standards. Key Responsibilities Logistics Process Engineering: Design and optimise material flow, inbound logistics, warehousing, and lineside delivery...

Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst Location: Gaydon / Wellesbourne Contract: Temporary (Ongoing) Hours: 39 hours per week Mon-Thurs: 07:00-16:00 Fri: 07:30-12:00 About Aston Martin For over 110 years, Aston Martin has produced some of the world's most luxury, high-performance vehicles. Join a globally recognised leader in premium automotive manufacturing and be part of an innovative supply chain and logistics operation. Manpower is proud to partner with Aston Martin to recruit a Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst to support critical packaging and logistics engineering activities. Role Overview This role focuses on the development, optimisation, and management of packaging solutions, including returnable packaging, container loops, and logistics infrastructure. You'll drive cost reduction, efficiency improvements, sustainability, and operational performance across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities Develop and improve packaging processes, returnable...

Mechanical Process Project Engineer Pharmaceutical - Food and Beverage - Dairy & Nutrition Long Term Contract - Cork NIRAS are a specialist engineering consultancy; focussed on the design and delivery of advanced, process engineering driven projects, providing Project Management, Engineering Design, Project and Managed Service resources to the Brewing, Distilling, Food & Beverage and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing industries across Ireland and internationally. One of Europe's largest consulting firms NIRAS employs over 3000 permanent staff and over 25,000 experts across our network including its 4 offices in Ireland and 51 offices in 32 countries across the globe. Role Due to expansion and internal progression, NIRAS requires an experienced Mechanical Process Project Engineer to support one of our clients, a major food products producer in the delivery of process optimization, continuous improvement, and capital project initiatives on site at their state of the art...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

Project Engineer (Aseptic Pharma Manufacturing Environment) Westport, Co. Mayo. Ireland Who We are: NIRAS Ireland provides Project Management, Engineering Design, and Project resourcing services to the Pharmaceutical and Life Science Sectors. As a company we specialize in the design and delivery of process-driven projects across Ireland and internationally. Opportunity We are now recruiting a Process Project Engineer to join our client’s high performing Engineering team in Westport Co. Mayo. Successful candidate will join a team of 6, reporting to Sr. Manager and be responsible for a portfolio of small-large sized projects (20K to 15 million) related to new equipment/technologies and/or upgrades. Cross-functional role - Will support Operations, EHS and Quality departments and be responsible for 5-6 projects at any one time – from cradle to grave. Projects may include installation of automated packaging lines or other equipment onsite; overseeing / securing funding, selection...

Machine / Production Operatives Location: Clevedon Contract: Initially 6 months (long-term opportunity / potential to go permanent) Pay: £14.65ph + 17% shift allowance + holiday + pension. Shifts: Rotating Monday to Thursday: 05:50-14:00 & 13:50-22:00 Fridays: 05:50-11:20 & 11:10-16:40 – EARLY FRIDAY FINISH! This exciting role is working for global engineering company with numerous sites in the UK. It’s a hands-on role within a busy engineering production environment, supporting the manufacture of precision components. You will be operating machinery, carrying out quality checks, and ensuring production runs safely, smoothly, and to a high standard. Why apply? This is a great opportunity to expand your skills on high-precision machinery while working for a respected, long-standing manufacturer. The role offers a competitive salary with shift allowance, holiday, and pension benefits. Key Responsibilities * Operating engineering machinery including CNC machines,...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x Test Equipment Design Support Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.     This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong Electronics Engineer OR Production Support Engineer OR Test Systems Designer OR Electronics Design Engineer background.   Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: 4-5 days a week onsite (possible for remote work occasionally).  The department are happy for a Compressed week to be worked, for 4 days per week (Monday to Thursday) Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Test Equipment Design Support Engineer Job Description:   We have a phenomenal opportunity for experienced Electronic Design Engineers to play a leading role in the...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Test Equipment Obsolescence Manager subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.  The role will be a hybrid position of 2 days in office, rest of the week remote.   Rate: £60 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 2 days per week onsite and the rest remote from home. Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Test Equipment Obsolescence Manager Job Description:   We have a phenomenal opportunity for experienced Engineers to play a leading role in the support of production activities at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Working within Production Design Support (PDS) is a highly rewarding role working close to the manufacturing environment helping to shape the design of...

Sheet Metal Worker (days) Widnes circa £16.27ph + overtime (x1.5) Contract to permanent role   Certain Advantage is partnering with an engineering business to recruit an experienced Sheet Metal Worker. You will support the manufacturing teams to ensure customer orders are fulfilled.   Key Responsibilities: Use of non-operator metal working machinery and welding equipment appropriate to each job. check the materials issued for each job as specified in the production order and detailed in the works order. Do quality checks Work as part of a team to deliver products on time Work in line with H&S policies  Your Background: Ability to read and work directly from drawings Knowledge of general metalworking machines e.g. hydraulic metalworker, MAG drilling equipment, Pillar drill Skills in manual propane cutting  During the Interview, We May Ask You About: Your experience in sheet metal work including light to medium fabrication  Are you intrigued? Apply now! Lukas - (phone...

Assembly Operative (days) Widnes circa £14.50ph + overtime (x1.5) Contract to permanent role   Certain Advantage is partnering with an engineering business to recruit an experienced Assembly Operative. You will support the manufacturing teams to ensure customer orders are fulfilled.   Key Responsibilities: Assemble customer orders and operate machinery (saws, guillotines, drills, welders, PEM machines, etc.). Check materials and tooling against work orders for suitability and accuracy. Work within machine limits and follow safe handling and lifting procedures. Inspect work for quality before submission; complete any required corrections. Keep tools and machinery clean, maintained, and report defects promptly.  Your Background: Experience of working in an engineering workshop Competent in basic processing of parts using general sheet metal and fabrication machinery, including hand-operated tools. Ability to read and work directly from drawings  During the Interview, We May Ask...