24 senior design manager jobs found

Software Systems Engineers x 2 - Product Owners + New Product Delivery roles on Military Avionics Projects + 6 month initial contracts + £83 per hour - Inside IR35 + Hybrid working from Reading + SC Cleared roles Key Skills: + Background in Military Avionic Systems eg. AMPA, FCAS, + SC Cleared Software Systems Engineer - Product Owner We're looking for a senior Product Owner to lead process design and integration across a complex software engineering environment. You'll own how teams, partners, and suppliers collaborate - building the frameworks, governance, and tooling integration that enable seamless delivery, traceability, and regulatory compliance in a highly regulated, safety-critical domain. What you'll do Own and evolve process frameworks and integration models across the software lifecycle Translate engineering and business needs into roadmaps, backlogs, and delivery plans Define governance, standards, and data models to ensure interoperability, traceability,...

Role: Civil Technical Engineering Manager - Ancillary Works Location: London or Bristol - With travel to SZC site Duration: Ongoing Contract Pay: TBC - Inside IR35 (PAYE / Umbrella) Shape One of the UK's Most Important Infrastructure Projects Few engineering roles offer the chance to leave a legacy that genuinely matters. Sizewell C is the UK's next major nuclear power station - a nationally significant project that will deliver low-carbon electricity to around six million homes for at least 60 years, playing a critical role in the UK's journey to Net Zero. Following the successful delivery of Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C has now entered construction and is progressing through one of the most complex and technically demanding phases of delivery. We are looking for an experienced Civil Technical Engineering Manager (Ancillary Works) to take technical leadership of critical civil infrastructure that underpins the wider nuclear programme. This is a senior, influential role...

Are you a Governance Manager with a strong background working on rail based experience?   Have you got a background working on integration for rail based systems? Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract Length: TBC (Ongoing)   This position sits within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme. Clients involvement in the programme includes system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   As Governance Manager you will be Responsible for supporting programme governance across the System Alliance, ensuring effective controls, reporting, and compliance with HS2 and Colas requirements.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Supporting...

Are you a Project Controls Manager with experience on rail based projects?   Have you worked a leadership role in a railway systems environment?   Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract length: 12 months (Ongoing)   These roles sit within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme.   Clients involvement in the programme include system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   This is a senior PMO leadership role overseeing performance, controls and reporting.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Leading project controls, planning and performance management ·Driving consistency across reporting and forecasting ·Supporting senior...

Are you a Risk Manager with experience working on rail based projects?   Have you lead risk activities across railway systems contracts?   Contract: Inside IR35 Location: London primarily (Birmingham also possible - TBC) Contract length: 12 months (Ongoing)   These roles sit within a rail systems environment supporting a large-scale UK infrastructure project. The scope covers systems integration and design integration activities across a complex, safety-critical programme.   Clients involvement in the programme include system integration (system safety, requirements, RAM, interfaces and configuration), design support to construction, and preparation for future testing and commissioning activities.   As Head of Risk you will be responsible for leading risk management activities across the System Alliance.   Key responsibilities may include:   ·Development and ownership of the risk management framework ·Oversight of risk identification, assessment and mitigation...

CE&I Responsible Engineer -Nuclear Hybrid -3 days in Warrington office 12 month + £55-60/hour inside IR35 We are seeking an experienced CE&I Responsible Engineer (RE) to lead a team of CE&I Engineers on the Silos MSSS 2nd & 3rd Extension project at Sellafield. You will be responsible for defining, implementing, and delivering CE&I work that meets safety, functional, and business requirements. Key Responsibilities: Lead a team of CE&I Engineers to deliver projects from concept design to handover. Manage and deliver electrical supply infrastructure (LV drag chain, lighting, earthing, fire alarm, CCTV). Oversee programmable electronic systems including MIS, SCADA, PLC systems, and cyber security requirements. Support safety systems, process and radiometric special instrumentation, and remote handling. Contribute to programmes, estimates, and project planning. Collaborate with supply chain partners to ensure timely delivery. Undertake design assurance and...

Contract Opportunity: Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineer Sellafield MSSS-OBLM Projects £51-£61 per hour (Inside IR35) Hybrid - 3 days per week in Warrington Sector: Nuclear | MSSS-OBLM Programme Are you an experienced Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer looking to play a key role on one of Sellafield's most critical programmes? This opportunity sits within the MSSS-OBLM (Multi-Storey Seismic Stores - On-Balance Legacy Materials) projects, delivering essential mechanical engineering support to safety-critical, legacy nuclear infrastructure. You'll provide technical leadership and delivery assurance across task-based mechanical work packages, supporting the safe progression of complex designs within a highly regulated environment. The role offers a hybrid working model, balancing collaboration in Warrington with remote working flexibility. Key Responsibilities Deliver and manage mechanical engineering tasks across MSSS-OBLM project scopes Develop, review and approve...

Our client, a Defence and Security supplier is looking for a Principal Data Analyst to join them on a contract basis at their site in Reading. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must achieve SC Clearance ahead of starting. This role will be based in Reading with hybrid/custom working options where appropriate. 5 month initial contract. £87.15 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35.What you will do as a Principal Data Analyst Lead the design and delivery of advanced analytics solutions across multiple projects. Oversee the design and maintenance of dashboards, reports and automated workflows using dashboarding tools and data warehousing solutions, such as SQL. Define and implement data governance, security, and compliance standards. Collaborate with architects, engineers and business leaders to shape data strategies and solutions. Provide expert advice and guidance to stakeholders on data-driven decision-making. Lead and mentor junior analysts, contributing to team capability...

MMP Consultancy are currently seeking a Disrepair Surveyor for a South London public sector organisation, paying £400 per day (Inside IR35). About the role Title: Disrepair Surveyor Salary: £400 per day (Inside IR35) Location: South London Contract: Rolling Contract (6-12 Months - 3 Months rolling - One week notice) Benefit: Approved business-related expenses Working between office, site and home. * Management of Disrepair cases from inception to completion, creating detailed reports which are usable in court if required. * Undertake expert witness reports / scott schedules as required. * Managing a high volume of work across a designated geographical patch. * Take full control of the surveying duties, ensuring the completion of works. * Autonomy on decisions which are required to ensure quality work. * Manage tenant engagement and ensure high-calibre customer service along with the Disrepair Case Officer. * Receives support from Solicitors within the Legal Team with...

Fully Remote (UK-based) 💰 Up to £500 per day (Inside IR35) Are you a Dynamics 365 expert who thrives on building powerful, customer-centric solutions? Do you enjoy turning complex business requirements into elegant, scalable systems? We’re looking for a Dynamics 365 Developer (CE & Power Platform) to join a high-performing product team delivering impactful solutions across Customer Service, Sales, and Marketing - with a strong focus on Omnichannel and Copilot Studio. This is your opportunity to shape enterprise-grade solutions in a modern, agile, product-led environment - all from the comfort of your home. 🚀 What You’ll Be Doing As a key member of the product team, you’ll: * Design and build custom solutions within Dynamics 365 CE and Power Platform * Lead development across Customer Service, Sales & Marketing * Configure and optimise Omnichannel & Copilot Studio (live chat, voice, digital messaging, IVR) * Develop using C# (.NET), JavaScript, SQL,...

This position is ideal for a technically strong engineer with deep expertise in engine component design, particularly major castings such as cylinder heads and cylinder blocks. Senior Design Engineer 📍 Peterborough (5 days onsite) 💰 £50.00 - £51.31 per hour (Inside IR35) 📅 24-Month Contract (Very Likely to Extend) We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join a high-performing Component Engineering team during an exciting period of investment and new product introduction. The Opportunity This position is ideal for a technically strong engineer with deep expertise in engine component design, particularly major castings such as cylinder heads and cylinder blocks. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of Cylinder Heads and Cylinder Blocks for diesel and alternative fuel applications Deliver full layout architecture through to detailed 3D modelling for cost-effective, production-ready solutions Collaborate with global teams to ensure designs meet...

Senior Site Engineer – Highways Location: Near Weston-super-Mare Direct Reports: Site Engineer Rate - Inside IR35  Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Engineer to join our highways project team based near Weston-super-Mare. The successful candidate will support the Sub Agent in delivering highways and utilities works safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards. This role will involve managing day-to-day site engineering activities and overseeing a Site Engineer to ensure works are delivered in accordance with design, specification, and contractual requirements. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sub Agent and provide technical support to the site management team. Manage and mentor a Site Engineer, reviewing setting out, quality checks, and documentation. Oversee highways works including earthworks, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, S278/S106 works and associated infrastructure. Coordinate and manage utilities works (diversions,...

Principal Software Engineer Edinburgh 12-Month Contract Paying up to £87p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: Create and deliver software solutions within a defined work package area, ensuring that the package meets all stakeholder requirements Establish and mature stakeholder needs, associating/attributing priority, interest, influence and trading-off needs to determine optimum capability to solve stakeholders? problems Create high quality and robust code; for fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management and providing plans and reports on progress to your line manager Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure architecture alignment with other elements of the programme. Ensure the application of appropriate tools / techniques for test...

Day Rate: £(Apply online only)/day (Inside IR35) Contract Length: Until end of May 2026 (extension highly likely) Location: Remote, with occasional travel to London, Manchester, Leeds or Newcastle (~2 days/month) Clearance Required: Active SC clearance is essential A major public sector programme is seeking multiple Senior AWS Platform Engineers to support the development of a secure, scalable cloud hosting platform. Key Responsibilities: Design and build AWS infrastructure using Terraform Implement secure networking (VPC, ALB, Transit Gateway, WAF) Support CI/CD pipeline deployments and automation Deploy and manage containerised workloads (ECS, Docker) Contribute to observability (CloudWatch, Prometheus) Collaborate with architects and mentor junior engineersEssential Skills: Active SC clearance (mandatory) Strong AWS engineering experience in production environments Proficient in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Solid understanding of IAM, security groups, KMS, and...

Cyber Project Manager (NIS / Asset Management) £700 per day (Inside IR35) 3‑Month Initial Contract (extensions highly likely) Remote‑first | Occasional travel required (England & Scotland) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cyber Project Manager with strong asset management and regulatory compliance experience to join a major multi‑year cyber and operational technology (OT) transformation programme. This role is ideal for a delivery‑focused project manager who thrives in complex environments, can manage competing priorities, and brings a structured approach to driving compliance‑related change. The Opportunity You will lead the delivery of cyber, OT and asset‑management projects designed to support compliance with the Network & Information Systems (NIS) Regulations. These projects contribute to a larger regulatory roadmap targeting enhanced compliance by 2027. Although remote‑first, the role requires occasional on‑site time in England and Scotland...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer (Military Packaging Design) subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.         Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 2-3 days min on site. Although this can change due to workload. Can be continually reviewed. 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) Mechanical Design Engineer - Military Packaging Design Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional teams, to develop...

Mechanical Design Engineer (Military Packaging Design) JOB LOCATION: STEVENAGE SECURITY: SC - Potential BPSS start DURATION: 12+ Months Likely to extend TYPE: Contract WORK PATTERN: Hybrid, 2-3 days min on site. Although this can change due to workload. Can be continually reviewed. PAY RATE: £ 50 /hr (Umbrella Inside IR35) Essential QUALIFICATIONS Beneficial- HND or HNC in Mech Engineering TARGET INDUSTRIES AND COMPANIES. Is Defence a must? If not what industries can be considered Can be open to industry experience as ling as they have the skillset. Def/Aero can be beneficial, but other areas such as: * Automotive Essential Skillset & Tools * Ideally Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with relevant industry experience * Robust hands-on experience with design methodologies such as DFMEA, DFA, and DFM * Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, negotiate, and make technical decisions * Experience engaging...

Project Controller 12-month contract £20.81ph inside IR35 Our client, a prominent entity within the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a dedicated Project Controller to join their team on a contract basis in Yeovil. The role involves supporting the In Service Production line by identifying, recording, and analysing all emergent work for aircraft, with a particular focus on Customer Emergent Work. Key Responsibilities: Produce and maintain an operations burndown (level 3) plan considering labour, build logic, critical path, capacity, tooling, and material availability. Assist aircraft managers to accurately forecast build schedules using the operations burndown (level 3) plan. Analyse daily completion and progress against the operations burndown plan, reporting to senior management and key stakeholders. Update Aircraft Boards as required and support production with clocking data accuracy, reason codes, and performance statistics. Liaise with Aircraft Managers and operators...

Security Architect +On site in Reading +DV cleared role +£700 - £800 a day +Inside IR35 We are seeking a DV Cleared Security Architect to join a Joint Design Team, working on a highly sensitive and mission-critical programme. Reporting directly to the Security Lead, you will play a key role in assuring that Managed Service Provider (MSP) designs and implementations meet the client's stringent security standards and MOD requirements. This is a hands-on assurance and advisory role, operating at both strategic and technical levels within a secure environment. The Role Review and assure high-level and low-level designs produced by MSPs Review MSP security compliance tests, assessments, and evidence Assess and challenge security cases, risks, and design decisions Undertake formal security assessments in line with MOD and client standards Maintain and administer STREAM Provide clear, pragmatic security advice and guidance to the client and stakeholders Skills &...

Lead SAC - Security Assurance Co-ordinator - DV Cleared + Inside IR35 +£650 - £700 a day +On site in Basingstoke The Role: Senior Assurance Lead is needed to develop the programme assurance strategy and manage its initial implementation and delivery Achieve the Secure by Design (SbD) and assurance policy objectives of the Authority and the programme. + Engage at a senior level to influence strategic decisions with Defence assurance policy stakeholders. + Work tactically with the programme and its leadership to build on the progress to establish a programme level approach to managing changes in the assurance policy and delivering the necessary Secure by Design policy outcomes. + Oversee the operational development and delivery of the security risk and assurance management related activities. Required experience and qualifications: Detailed understanding of UK Government and MOD SbD and assurance policies. Experienced in the delivery of traditional MOD Security...