101 planning engineer jobs found

The role is focused less on heavy design and more on site-based engineering coordination and permitting. You'll be supporting the delivery of early-stage enabling works like excavations, surveys, and trial trenching. Key responsibilities: Managing and issuing permits to dig and ensuring compliance before excavation works begin Supporting Site Engineers and coordinating closely with Foremen, Works Managers, and subcontractors Overseeing site documentation, diaries, and progress tracking Ensuring health & safety and environmental compliance on site Liaising with utilities, local authorities, and stakeholders Coordinating logistics, access, and sequencing of work across the supply chain Supporting planning and tracking of works to keep delivery on scheduleIdeal candidate: Strong site engineering background (civils / utilities / infrastructure) Experience with permit systems, excavation works, and temporary works Good understanding of site coordination rather than pure design...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Electrical Engineer to take ownership of the electrical scope across multiple major water frameworks. This role will suit an experienced engineer capable of leading technical delivery, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality engineering outputs across all design and delivery stages. You will play a key role in driving engineering excellence, coordinating multi-disciplinary interfaces, and supporting project teams across a range of UK water infrastructure schemes. This is a long term contract, outside ir35.  Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of the electrical engineering scope across multiple projects Manage schedules, MDRs, change control, reporting, and technical coordination Delegate and oversee work packages within the electrical team Support estimating activities including CTR development Provide technical leadership across all deliverables, including: Basis of Design Power systems, earthing, lightning, load & cable...

Looking for your next move in engineering where you can make a genuine impact? Do you have proven experience delivering technically complex projects within a regulated or high-spec environment? Are you confident working with stakeholders, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality from concept through to completion? The Opportunity An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a well-established engineering consultancy delivering innovative solutions across complex projects. You’ll play a key role in supporting project delivery while contributing technical expertise within a collaborative and forward-thinking team. We would also welcome applications from these industries Nuclear, defence, oil and gas, utilities, rail, manufacturing, and other highly regulated engineering environments. This role would suit candidates working in these roles Mechanical Engineer, Project Engineer, Design Engineer, Senior Engineer, Engineering Consultant, Plant Engineer, Systems Engineer,...

IR35: Outside Our Client has a requirement for a MEICA Project Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington. Role Purpose: To support the delivery of MEICA works across the full project lifecycle from outline design through to commissioning and handover. The role will ensure safe, high-quality and compliant delivery of MEICA packages while working within multidisciplinary teams across a major water framework. The position involves a mix of office, remote and site-based working, supporting both design and construction phases. Job Role Responsibilities: Promote health, safety and wellbeing across all stages of design and delivery Manage MEICA packages including design, installation and coordination activities Support HAZOP, HAZCON and wider project delivery meetings as required Work with engineering teams to develop construction sequences, programmes and budgets Coordinate with design, pre-construction and delivery teams to resolve technical...

Senior Human Factors Engineer - Contract Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Human Factors Engineer to join a high-profile defence engineering programme based onsite in Christchurch. Contract Details Duration: 6 Month Contract Location: Christchurch (Hybrid) Rate: £570 - £630 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Role As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering Human Factors Integration support across complex engineering and safety-critical programmes. Key responsibilities include: Providing Human Factors Integration support across product and process design Tailoring and estimating Human Factors activities Capturing and managing requirements, risks, and opportunities Delivering design guidance, testing, evaluation, and acceptance support Planning and conducting quantitative and qualitative Human Factors assessments including: Human error analysis Workload assessment Situation awareness Ergonomic analysis Usability evaluation...

MAIN GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Technical authority for HCP4 (High Performance Computer 4) on BEV/PHEV electrical architectures, in depth technical knowledge and guidance, to support and ensure achievement of business objectives and technical development, delivering on time and within budget. RESPONSIBILITY/TASKS AND CUSTOMERS MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (Maximum of 5 relating to products, services etc) Internal/External Customers 1. Accountable for deliverables to a specified timeframe, quality and cost. 1. Ability to demonstrate deliverables status at any time with Key Performance Indicators. 2. PEP reporting tools 3. Budget plans 4. Component/SW/HW delivery plans for a given project 5. Function delivery plans and supporting function maturity planning 6. Manage workload on a daily basis and respond to both long term and short term task requests. 7. Interfacing within EE and other areas of Engineering to ensure cross functional working to ensure consideration of...

EDS Test Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Do you have EDS experience with a strong understanding of wiring diagrams and vehicle/component testing? Are you ready to step into an exciting opportunity that challenges your skills and offers room for growth? This role as an EDS Test Engineer – CST Upper Body is your chance to work in a dynamic environment where innovation meets precision engineering. Join a company renowned for its cutting-edge projects and commitment to delivering world-class physical verification and validation services. With a focus on testing the structural integrity of vehicle harnesses, this position offers the perfect blend of technical expertise and hands-on problem-solving. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and want to make a real impact, this is the role for you. What You Will Do: • Set up and execute EDS structural tests using advanced robotics and hydraulics methodologies with minimal supervision. • Conduct...

Role - Manufacturing Quality Lead (Contract) Location - Midlands The Manufacturing Quality engineer is responsible for improving the quality of internal and external suppliers. This role involves defining KPIs, planning supplier audits and inspections, handling third parties for activities on site and in factories, recording and managing findings and non-conformities, and monitoring supplier performance against quality standards. • Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure supplier quality performance.  Audit and Inspection Planning: Plan and schedule supplier audits, inspections, and surveillance activities.  Third-Party Management: • Handle third parties for activities on site and in factories, including: Selection of third-party service providers with technical expertise needed. Definition of Request for Quotation (RfQ) packages. Creation of Purchase Requisitions. Budget Management and Cost Control. Reporting on third-party performance and compliance....

Job Title: Senior Process Engineer - Production Optimisation & Field Development Working Location: London (Hybrid - minimum 3 days office based) Contract Type: Permanent Key Responsibilities: - Support upstream development and optimisation projects - Evaluate process and production improvement opportunities - Deliver process engineering activities from concept through to implementation - Produce and review technical process deliverables and documentation - Support vendor package reviews and contractor deliverables - Work closely with operations teams to improve facility performance - Support debottlenecking and facility optimisation activities - Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and reporting activities - Present technical recommendations and engineering findings to stakeholders - Participate in quarterly overseas assignments supporting operational assets and project activities (all travel and accommodation costs covered) Requirements: - 10+ years'...

Senior Engineering Draughtsperson / Mechanical Design Draughtsperson Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire (minimum 2 days/week onsite, remainder remote; more onsite initially to get up to speed) Duration: 6 months Rate: £43-£45 per hour (Umbrella) IR35: Inside IR35 Clearance: SC clearance required to start (UKEO) Overview A leading organisation within the Defence & Security sector is looking for an experienced Senior Engineering Draughtsperson to support the development of 2D and 3D mechanical definitions for complex products. You'll work closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to deliver high-quality technical documentation and drawing packs. Responsibilities: Must have a strong background in the ability to create 2D and 3D definitions. In this role, you will develop the 2D and 3D definitions working with the engineer, quality assessing the 3D models you receive for a variety of defence products. Appointments will be made at an appropriate level based on...

Senior E&P Design Engineer - Rail Manchester / North West (Hybrid Working) Day Rate: £275-£425 pday dependant on experience. Job Ref: 40151 We are for a Senior E&P Design Engineer to join a growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy delivering major Rail and Infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer with Rail sector knowledge to join a well-established technical team working on complex and high-profile transport infrastructure schemes. Due to continued growth within their Rail division, they are looking to strengthen their Electrical & Power capability with the addition of a Senior Engineer. Projects include a mix of: Rail Electrification & Power (E&P) systems Railway lineside electrical systems Points heating and signalling power supplies Level crossings and LV distribution systems Station and depot M&E infrastructure Lighting, containment, earthing, small power, and fire...

Senior Site Engineer - Contract (2 Months initially) Locations: Multiple sites across Scotland & the North East Day Rate: £350-£400 PAYE (Inside IR35) Start Date: 1 June 2026 We're seeking an experienced Senior Site Engineer to provide short‑term cover across a portfolio of active civil engineering and energy project sites. This role is ideal for someone who can step into fast‑moving environments to keep projects running smoothly. You'll be supporting several live sites, so flexibility to travel and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential. Key Responsibilities Temporary Works Coordination - oversight and coordination of temporary works activities Quality Assurance - ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards Check Sheets - completion and management of site documentation Lift Plans - reviewing and supporting lift planning activities Setting Out - delivering accurate setting out across various work packages Requirements Senior...

Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer Working Location: Manchester Contract Type: Contract (June Start) Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering design team within the oil & gas industry. The successful candidate will lead mechanical engineering activities across conceptual, FEED, detailed engineering, and project execution phases for upstream, midstream, and downstream facilities. This role requires strong technical leadership, project coordination skills, and experience delivering high-quality engineering solutions in compliance with industry standards and client requirements. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage mechanical engineering activities for oil & gas design projects from concept through execution. - Provide technical leadership and oversight to a multidisciplinary engineering team. - Develop and review mechanical engineering deliverables including: - Equipment specifications...

Job Title: Project Manager / Service Delivery Engineer Location: New Forest, UK Project Duration: Contract - 5 Weeks Overview: We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Service Delivery Engineer to oversee a critical maintenance project on a high-pressure gas site in the New Forest. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the safe and efficient delivery of works to repair a leaking flange, ensuring full compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the delivery of the project from planning through to completion Coordinate site teams, including SCO personnel and technical specialists, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently Oversee the repair of a leaking flange on a high-pressure gas installation Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, permit-to-work systems, and industry standards (e.g. IGEM) Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and...

Inside IR35 An opportunity to become a member of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems company as a design draughtsperson in the mechanical engineering function, you will work closely with a wide range of project teams to develop definitions to meet our manufacturers and customer’s needs. Responsibilities: Must have a strong background in the ability to create 2D and 3D definitions. In this role, you will develop the 2D and 3D definitions working with the engineer, quality assessing the 3D models you receive for a variety of defence products. Appointments will be made at an appropriate level based on skills and experience. Please bring examples of 2D draughting work to show in the interview Skillset/experience required: • Ideally Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with relevant industry experience. • Excellent knowledge of BS8888 Technical product documentation and specification, ISO 1101 Geometrical product specifications, ISO 5459 Datum and...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Draughtsperson subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. Rate: £45.00 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days a week likely onsite.  The rest working from home Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)  Mechanical Design Draughtsperson Job Description: An opportunity to become a member of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems company as a design draughtsperson in the mechanical engineering function, you will work closely with a wide range of project teams to develop definitions to meet our manufacturers and customer’s needs. Responsibilities: Must have a strong background in the ability to create 2D and 3D definitions. In this role, you will develop the 2D and 3D definitions working with the...

Our client, a prominent player in the aerospace sector, is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Havant on an initial 6 month fixed-term contract. The primary function of this role is to support plant leadership in achieving business and financial goals by developing and maintaining robust manufacturing and quality processes and leading continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. The role is pivotal in executing the organisation's strategic plan in line with regulations, industry standards, and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities: Act as the liaison between the Manufacturing Cell and other groups including the NPI team, customers, and suppliers for manufacturing and quality engineering issues throughout the product lifecycle. Participate in New Product Introduction projects, ensuring internal and external product and process requirements are met. Develop and maintain robust, cost-efficient manufacturing processes consistent with...

Cockpit Test and Development Lead Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to step into a dynamic role where innovation meets precision? This is your chance to become a pivotal part of an industry-leading organisation, working on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of automotive engineering. As a Cockpit Test and Development Lead Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality systems and components, ensuring excellence in every detail. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company renowned for its commitment to modern luxury and engineering brilliance. What You Will Do:  - Coordinate the development, testing, and verification of new systems and components within the cockpit system. - Set up, monitor, and report on test plans using industry-standard systems to ensure progression and sign-off. - Manage the design verification process, ensuring all standards are met throughout design maturation. -...

Job Role: Equipment Readiness Associate Job Type: Contract, Onsite Duration: 6 Months Hours: 37.5hrs/wk Industry: Oil & Gas Location: Aberdeen Rate Expectations: £15.00/hr + Overtime (PAYE) Profile – Equipment Readiness Associate My client is a world leader in the provision of highly advanced technical solutions to Energy sectors. They are currently looking for an Equipment Readiness Associate to join their team. Candidates will have the opportunity to work in an environment where investment is continuous and substantial, technology is leading edge. Job Role – Equipment Readiness Associate The Equipment Readiness Operator is responsible for ensuring equipment is delivered on time and according to operational demands. The Equipment Readiness Operator improves the reliability of Division equipment assets and increases the utilization and efficiency of assets. Duties – Equipment Readiness Associate • Help the Equipment Readiness Lead and Engineer prepare equipment for jobs....

Job Title: Location: Gloucester Pay Rate: Negotiable Contract length: 12 Months Role Summary/Purpose: To gain a deep understanding of existing aerospace component manufacturing processes and equipment, quantify how they perform, and use this insight to inform the design, implementation and optimisation of new production lines and facilities. This role will analyse current operations (time, utilisation, efficiency, waste), create accurate value stream maps, and support line and facility design so that the future production system is efficient at launch and capable of scaling to volume. Key Responsibilities Understand and quantify the existing process Study the current aerospace component manufacturing processes and machines in detail to understand how work actually flows on the shop floor. Conduct time studies on all major steps and support activities (set-up, changeover, inspection, rework, material handling, etc.), maintaining an accurate and current picture of process...