45 manufacturing technician jobs found

Lead Technician Location: Etches Park Depot, Deadmans Road, Derby 12+ Month Initial Contract Pay: £26.92 /hour PAYE £35.98 /hour Umbrella Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern. 10 Hour shifts. Combination of Days & Nights (E.g. - 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights) + Opportunity for overtime, Paid at 1.25% This role falls inside IR35 - payment via PAYE or Umbrella Company Function of Role To service, complex fault find and repair Hitachi rolling stock assets Key Responsibilities Maintain the condition of the work site, materials and equipment Adhere to health, safety, environmental & quality practices in the workplace Prepare for and undertake planned and unplanned maintenance activities Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications by the use of engineering processes and techniques Read and extract information from traction and rolling stock drawings and specifications Prepare for and undertake the removal and replacement of traction and...

Technical Support Engineer Location: Broughton (on‑site) Hours: 35 hours per week, 4.5‑day pattern (between 7am-7pm) Security Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by Airbus Security) IR35: Inside Join Us as a Technical Support Engineer We're partnering with Airbus to find a proactive Technical Support Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. If you enjoy solving technical problems, supporting continuous improvement, and working close to production teams, this is a fantastic opportunity to apply your expertise in one of the UK's most advanced aerospace facilities. You'll play a key role in keeping production moving smoothly by resolving technical issues, supporting shop‑floor teams, and contributing to operational excellence. What You'll Be Doing As a Technical Support Engineer, you'll provide vital lineside support to ensure aircraft production runs efficiently and safely. Your responsibilities will include: Daily Shop‑Floor & Lineside Support Providing...

Technical Shopfloor Engineer Location: Broughton (Onsite) Contract: 12 Month Contract (possible extension) Hours: Double day shift pattern (alternating weeks) 35 Hours per week with paid overtime over 35 hours (25% uplift Monday-Friday & 50% uplift Saturday-Sunday) Week of mornings - 6:00am - 1:10pm Week of afternoons - 1:30pm - 8:40pm 20% shift uplift Rate: £26.92ph PAYE / £36.00ph Umbrella Clearance: BPSS (completed by the Client) IR35: Inside IR35 The Opportunity Our client, a leading manufacturing organisation within a highly regulated environment, is seeking a Technical Shopfloor Engineer to support production operations at their Broughton facility. This role is ideal for an experienced manufacturing or production engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on shopfloor environment and enjoys resolving complex technical issues. You will work closely with production teams and Autonomous Production Teams (APT), providing end‑to‑end technical support, driving...

Design Engineer Reference: 56484 Umbrella Rate: £53.54/hr (Inside IR35) Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is a rare opportunity to join an innovative and forward-thinking company as a Design Engineer, where your expertise will shape the future of automotive design. You’ll work on exciting and highly complex projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions. If you're passionate about design, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be part of groundbreaking projects, this role is perfect for you. What You Will Do: • Coordinate and support Studio Engineering Feasibility and Design Processes to ensure seamless project delivery. • Lead the CAD design and development of highly complex components, including single parts and assemblies with interdependent functionalities. • Collaborate with Design and non-Design departments to ensure technical communication and alignment. • Check incoming data from suppliers...

Job Title: Secretary PA Admin / Production Office EA /Administration Generalist Location: Castle Bromwich (full time onsite) Rate: £21.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £16.42ph PAYE Employment Type: Contract (12 months) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week - Start at 7am (Production Environment) Join us on our Refocus and Reimagine journey as we shape the future of our products and how they are manufactured in our global manufacturing facilities. The role will be within the Global Manufacturing Engineering team with a focus on Trim & Final operations, covering a vast scope from initial target setting, best in class and competitor analysis through to virtual development of the vehicle and finally into launch. This role resides within our Innovation Centre at Castle Bromwich. You will be part of a team supporting the investigation and delivery of Innovative solutions & technology projects, to drive improvements within Trim and Final manufacturing operations....

Powertrain Integration Engineer - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr (Umbrella Rate - Inside IR35) Are you ready to drive innovation in the automotive industry? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation as a Powertrain Integration Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of electrified powertrains. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, bridging the gap between motorsport and passenger car applications. If you're passionate about advancing EV technology and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect next step in your career. What You Will Do: - Lead the development of a strategic approach to powertrain integration, aligning key technologies between motorsport and passenger car applications. - Manage technical projects, collaborating with stakeholders to identify opportunities for shared commodity strategies and advancing technology readiness. - Integrate motorsport-led...

Engineering Document Specialist Location: Leicester (Groby, LE6) Rate: Up to £66.47 per hour Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Hours: 37.5 hours per week Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Engineering Document Specialist to join a leading engineering organisation based in Leicester. This role will support a key project focused on the revision, rebranding, and release of technical product documentation. This is an excellent opportunity for a technical writer or document specialist with experience in engineering or manufacturing environments. Key Responsibilities Review, update, and rebrand existing product documentation Prepare and release documentation via SAP document control systems Ensure all documentation is accurate, structured, and compliant with company standards Work across multiple projects, managing priorities and deadlines effectively Produce documentation suitable for global use, including multi-language translation...

Manufacturing Support Engineer Location: Broughton (onsite) Contract: Until Nov 2026 (likely extension) Inside IR35 Pay: £30 p/h PAYE | £40.13 p/h Umbrella + 20% shift uplift Shifts: Double Days The Opportunity Join a leading aerospace manufacturing environment where you'll play a key role in keeping production running smoothly. This is an ideal role for someone who thrives on the shopfloor, enjoys solving technical issues quickly, and wants to work at the heart of high‑precision engineering. What You'll Do You'll provide day‑to‑day technical support directly on the production line-resolving issues such as missing parts, non‑conformities, concessions, DQNs, tooling needs, and outstanding work. You'll manage work orders, identify recurring problems, and escalate more complex matters to specialist teams. The role also contributes to continuous improvement, helping eliminate waste, refine processes, support tooling updates, and ensure quality and EH&S standards are...

Role - Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer (Inside IR35) Location - Rugby, Midlands The client designs and build some of the most technically advanced electrical rotating machinery in the world and specialise in manufacturing large electrical  rotating machinery and industrial applications.  Specialise in manufacturing large electrical rotating machinery: Motors and Generators, across a wide variety of industrial applications.  Reporting to the Manufacturing Readiness & Technologies Leader, the Lead Manufacturing Readiness Engineer is a key part of driving lean initiatives across the Manufacturing Readiness Team and the various manufacturing process areas to realise real world improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. They coach, drive and lead lean behaviours, principles, and tools across operational or functional areas. Drive cultural transformation resulting in step-change in operational business metrics.  Responsibilities •         Leading Capex...

Responsible Welding Coordinator Location: Rugby Duration: 3 - 6 months Rate: negotiable on experience Inside IR35 Our client is seeking an experienced Responsible Welding Coordinator for a 3-6 month contract based in Rugby. This is a key role supporting welding quality assurance, compliance, and process improvement within a busy manufacturing environment. You will act as the main technical point of contact for welding activities, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, reviewing welding documentation, supporting welders and supervisors, and helping drive continuous improvement across the factory. What you'll do Oversee welding compliance in line with ISO 14731 and ISO 3834-2. Review and maintain WPS, WPQRs, and welding documentation. Support welder qualification, training, and competency reviews. Provide technical support on welding parameters, consumables, and process selection. Investigate weld defects and support root cause analysis and corrective action....

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Technical Document Engineer in on Portsmouth Naval Base / Scotstoun / Filton 1-2 days per week Would you like to join a global aerospace and defence organisation? Do you want to work as part of an organisation protecting people and maintaining maximum national security? Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for a Technical Document Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Portsmouth / Scotstoun / Filton on an initial 6 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. This role will be offering £52.54 Umbrella per hour inside IR35 The role: This is a key role within the Technical documentation team that is responsible, and accountable for the preparation and creation of Technical Documentation. Analysis of delivery requirements across the full scope of information delivery. Produce integrated...

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...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Component Fabricator in RAF Marham on a 4 day week Would you like to join a global aerospace and defence organisation? Do you want to work as part of an organisation protecting people and maintaining maximum national security? Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for a Component Fabricator to add to their talented, hardworking team in RAF Marham on an initial 12 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. This role will be offering £31.34 Umbrella per hour inside IR35 F35 Component Fabricator RAF Marham Rate £31.34 per hour inside IR35 / Umbrella Initially 18 months Interested? Get in touch! The role: Reporting to the F-35 Aircraft Maintenance Manager the post holder will be undertaking a range of manufacturing/fabrication activities on aircraft components. The post holder requires a basic...

Electrical Inspector 12 month contract Based in Bolton Offering £28.35ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience as an Electrical Inspector? Do you hold Electrical/Electronics trade qualifications? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answers are yes to these, then this could be the role for you! As the Electrical Inspector, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry! You will be involved in: Responsible for all elements necessary to achieve and maintain the quality of deliverable hardware Certification of product in line with processes and procedures Examining for correct assembly including verifying all forms of electrical connections Examining the finish of all parts Inspect for physical damage Inspection checks for...

Position: (phone number removed) Product design Engineer Location: Gaydon Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary: £27.21 per hour umbrella inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer to join their team on a rolling contract basis working 40 hours per week Job Description Product Design Engineering focuses on designing and developing new or existing products, components, or assemblies including: Applying engineering principles to develop mechanical, electronic, or chemical products that meet customer technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements Conducting mathematical modelling to determine if proposed designs are technically feasible Supporting and participating in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototypes May also be involved with designing product specific manufacturing...

Quality Inspector - Rolling Stock Location: Acton, West London Rate: £37 - £65 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Inside IR35 We are supporting a leading transport organisation in recruiting a Quality Inspector to join a major rolling stock improvement programme in London. Key Responsibilities Carry out quality inspections and assurance activities across an overhaul production line Ensure compliance with technical specifications and standards Support document control processes Conduct supplier visits for product inspections and quality reviews Identify non-conformances and support corrective actions Requirements Experience in Quality Inspection/QA within engineering, rail, or manufacturing Strong understanding of inspection processes and documentation Ability to read technical drawings and specifications Experience with supplier inspections or audits Rolling stock or rail experience desirableWe can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this...

We are currently looking for a Quality Engineer to perform First Article Inspections (FAI) Contract Duration: 6 months Location: Brockworth, Gloucester. Pay rate: £32 p/h Role is inside IR35 Responsibilities: Conduct dimensional and visual inspections of propeller assemblies and components using precision measurement tools. Verify compliance with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements. Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports in accordance with AS9102 FAI documentation. Ensure proper traceability of materials and components. Identify, document & address non-conformances, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams. Logging daily hours and activities for weekly submission. Raise and monitor non-conformances in relation to FAI, may contribute to root cause analysis and corrective action. Work closely with quality peers, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to address quality concerns. Support daily...

Nightshift NC Programmer - Broughton Contract | Nightshift | 3 on / 4 off | Great rates + 38% shift uplift Join us at Guidant Global, where we partner with leading organisations to shape the future of advanced manufacturing. We're looking for a proactive Nightshift NC Programmer to support Airbus' A350 Manufacturing Engineering Lineside team in Broughton. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of aircraft production, helping to keep a fast‑paced, high‑tech environment running smoothly. About the Role As a Nightshift NC Programmer, you'll be part of the A350 lineside support team, providing hands‑on problem solving and delivering high‑quality NC programming for machining processes. You'll play an important role in driving production efficiency, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring engineering specifications are translated seamlessly into robust manufacturing instructions. This role sits in a collaborative, solutions‑focused environment where...

Junior Validation Engineer - Connected Car - 01000 - £23.47 PAYE rate Do you have Python programming experience? Along with an Engineering Degree and Validation experience, ideally automotive or similar? Step into a role that offers you the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team, working on cutting-edge automotive projects that shape the future of connected vehicles. This is your opportunity to join an innovative organisation as a Junior Validation Engineer, where your skills and expertise will contribute to the development of advanced technologies in the automotive industry. With a flexible working pattern, competitive pay rate of £23.47 per hour (PAYE), and the chance to work on exciting, impactful projects, this position is perfect for someone looking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.  What You Will Do:  - Perform end-to-end vehicle validation for connected car services using mobile apps and smartwatches. - Ensure all test resources are...

Lead Requirements Engineer / Technical Product Development Engineer - (phone number removed) - £31.11/hr umbrella rate (Inside IR35) Do you have proven experience in writing and managing technical requirements? Are you familiar with requirements management tools such as Dassault TRM or IBM DOORS?  Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? This company is offering an exciting opportunity as a Technical Product Development Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of vehicle efficiency. Working on innovative projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment, this role offers you the chance to make a tangible impact while growing your expertise in engineering requirements and systems development. A chance to work on cutting-edge advancements in automotive engineering. What You Will Do:  - Translate electrical power targets into clear and actionable engineering requirements, ensuring they align with customer needs. - Create and...