46 engineering jobs found in Preston

Lead Engineer - Vehicle Electrical Engineering (Contract - Inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced Lead Vehicle Electrical Engineer to own electrical systems integration and delivery across multiple vehicle programmes. This is a senior, hands-on contract role requiring technical leadership, team management, and full accountability for delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead electrical systems development and integration Provide technical leadership across architecture and system delivery Manage onsite and offshore engineering teams Own system-level delivery for ICE and BEV platforms Act as technical authority for cross-domain system behaviour Define V&V requirements and support validation activities Manage suppliers, technical reviews, and deliverables Track milestones, progress, and resolve production/field issues Conduct design and integration reviews Coach and develop team membersExperience Strong experience in automotive electrical/electronic systems Proven background...

Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Electrical Engineering PVT Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Halewood, Liverpool Based in Liverpool (hybrid working) £33.88 per hour (Inside IR35), 40 hrs pw *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK* Position Description: The Electrical Engineering PVT team at the Clients' Halewood assembly plant are part of the product development engineering function. The team operate in an exciting & dynamic environment providing the interface between the core engineering team and manufacturing. As a PVT engineer you will work on electrical system quality issues affecting the vehicle assembly plant and our external customers the electrical systems we are responsible for include control modules, software, switches and electrical wiring harnesses. You will monitor quality metrics to identify emerging issues, apply problem solving skills to those...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Manufacturing Engineering Serial Process Engineer on an initial 12 -month contract. As the Manufacturing Engineering Serial Process Engineer, you will be a crucial link between the Design Office, Manufacturing Engineering Team and Production, by managing and maintaining work instructions derived from technical drawings, using the company's ERP system (SAP). Role: Manufacturing Engineering Serial Process Engineer Pay: £40.13 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Broughton Contract: Monday - Friday 37 hours per week, 12 months IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: BPSS Responsibilities Define and write assembly work processes, create specifications for assembly tools, and define methods for implementing modifications in production. You'll also create and ensure the consistency of manufacturing engineering dossiers with design dossiers. Launch parts and assembly items, provide on-site support, and prepare additional...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Work Service Engineer in Samlesbury (or Warton) full time onsite 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 Work Service Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Samlesbury on an initial 12 month contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. This role will be offering £40.90 Umbrella per hour inside IR35 The role * The successful candidate will be required to perform tasks suitable to the internal level of this role. The role will contain, but will not be limited to, the following: * Liaising with both internal and external customer, engineering professionals, subject matter experts and professional consultancy support teams. *...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation in Electrical Design Engineer on a hybrid basis in Samlesbury or Prestwick 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 Electrical Design Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Prestwick or Samlesbury on a 12 month contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. Rates: £47.12 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella The role: Electrical harness design engineering for F-35 project - using Catia V5 Knowledge & Skills: * Aircraft Electrical Harness Design Engineering * Catia V5 * Aircraft Engineering end to end knowledge Background This is an exciting opportunity to work for a global business that has developed a strategy of working...

SC Cleared Engineer - Short-Term Contract Location: Blackpool (On-Site) Duration: 11/05/2026 - 17/05/2026 (7 days, including weekend) Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) We are currently recruiting for an SC Cleared Engineer to support a short-term deployment project in Blackpool. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role working alongside an established OSS team. Scope of Work: -Floorwalking to provide end-user support -Patching and resolving technical issues -Triaging incidents and escalating where required -Working collaboratively with the OSS team to ensure smooth operations Requirements: -Active SC Clearance (essential) -Strong desktop/support engineering experience -Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills -Ability to work on-site for the full duration, including weekend coverage If you're immediately available or interested in hearing more, get in touch at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in...

Our client has an opportunity for an Electrical Inspector to join them on a 12 month contract. Role: Electrical Inspector Location: Bolton - fully onsite Clearance: BPSS required to start Hourly Rate: £28.35 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 What you'll be doing: 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 to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces etc. Inspect for physical damage. Intermediate inspection checks for non-Product Certification activities. Monitoring of operators within the Product Certification Scheme. Check, complete and certify all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack. Control of non-conforming items. Raise and maintain relevant data records/non-conformance reports. Produce...

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Test Equipment Design Support Engineer to join them on an initial 6-month basis. As Test Equipment Design Support Engineer, you will act as the interface between our design teams and our manufacturing teams while working alongside other support engineers to provide knowledge and support Role: Test Equipment Design Support Engineer Pay: £65 per hour via Umbrella Location: Bolton Contract: 6 months (possible extension) IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: BPSS however requires Security Clearance Skillset/experience required: Degree qualified (or equivalent industry experience) with experience of designing product/systems and/or providing support to designs through the manufacturing phase of the product lifecycle. Proven experience in the design of one or more of the following disciplines: - Digital and Analogue electronics Power Electronics RF & Antenna Interconnects Safety Electronics Test Systems Schematic design PCB...

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...

Test Equipment Design Support Engineer - 3390-1 Initial 6-month contract Onsite in Bolton up to £65ph, UMB. inside IR35 SC, can start on BPSS - UKEO Our client, a specialist in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking two Test Equipment Design Support Engineers to join their team on an initial 6-month contract basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting production activities within state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Key Responsibilities: Acting as the interface between design teams and manufacturing teams, providing knowledge and support. Focusing primarily on highly advanced module missile programmes and subsystems, with opportunities to work on launcher assemblies. Engaging in the core disciplines of electronic design engineering, with scope for personal growth and development in other electronics areas. Job Requirements: Experience in designing products/systems and/or providing support to designs through the...

Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Production Test Engineer (Electronics) to join them on a contract basis at their site on Bolton. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the sole British nationality and be eligible to obtain full SC Clearance. 12-month initial contract. £34-£37 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35. Fully onsite in Bolton.As a Production Test Engineer - Electronics, you will play a vital role in supporting testing and diagnostics of electrical/electronic sub-systems and circuit cards during the production phase of the product lifecycle. You will use your experience to provide technical support to the manufacturing test capability, to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Responsibilities: You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment, carrying out the following: Providing test engineering support to...

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...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Missile Test Architect subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £60.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference)   Hybrid / Remote working: This role is a hybrid role, 1-2 days a week possibly in lab up to 3 in first weeks 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) Missile Test Architect Job Description: The department are looking for experienced test equipment engineers that want to use their knowledge in a system/sub system management role. The role includes determining the project test equipment needs, managing the requirements for test equipment and managing the development through delivery and into service. In this role, you will be responsible for the projects test equipment and...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 4x Manufacturing Engineers. Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton 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 Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process....

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Inspector Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.   Experience with inspecting the work of other people is essential.   Job Title: Electrical Inspector Rate: £28.35 rising to £29.70 after 12 weeks Location: Bolton   Hybrid / Remote working: Onsite. Standard Days, not shift work Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week are paid at ‘time and a half’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Electrical Inspector Job Description: 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 to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces etc....

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Supplier Planner subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.  This role could suit a candidate from a MRP Controller, Supply Scheduler or Supply Chain Specialist background. This role is looking for a candidate with the following experience: MRP planning experience and ideally some exposure to SAP Manufacturing environment. Supply chain experience Rate: £27.00 per hour Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid role of 3 days per week onsite, 2 days 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)                                                                                                                                           Supplier Planner Job Description: This opportunity plays a significant part in...

Manufacturing Engineer Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton 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 Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Supply Chain Manager subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference. Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days onsite per week 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) Supply Chain Manager Job Description: An opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Manager to join ISP in the Equipment's team. The successful candidate will bring their experience and knowledge to ensure effective Supplier performance, capability & Risk management. As a team, we work across all programmes in a changing environment, managing and implementing both mature and new technologies. Responsibilities /Skillset/experience required: Internal and external assessment skills/knowledge;...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Electronics Design Engineer / Test Design Support Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.   This role would suit a candidate who comes from an Electronics Design Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Production Support Engineer or Test Systems Designer background. Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: 4-5 days a week onsite (possible for remote work occasionally). Compressed week of working Monday to Thursday is available. 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)      Interview Process: One stage Video Interview Test Design Support Engineer Job Description: The department have an excellent opportunity for experienced Electronic Design Engineers to play a leading role in the support of production...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x Manufacturing Engineers. Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton 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 Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process....