66 senior engineer jobs found

Senior and Principal Process Engineer roles Warrington Based £63.00 - £87 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 12 Month Contracts The Senior Engineer manages the delivery of engineering and technical activities, through the application of process, domain knowledge and experience. At this level; an experienced engineer, high level of developed knowledge in a specialist subject area, resolves specific technical issues and problems, compiles technical reports and accompanying presentations, provides, reviews and adheres to specifications in accordance with stakeholder requirements. Coaches, mentors and assists others on matters pertaining to their own discipline, developing business awareness, builds strong working relationships with stakeholders, works independently with limited technical direction or as part of a small team Essential: Engineering degree (or equivalent qualification) in relevant engineering discipline, with significant demonstrable experience Chartered Engineer status...

Senior Systems Engineer £65.98 p/hr (Inside IR35) 3-4 days on site - KT3 4LH 12 months The SMCS Senior Systems Engineer will be a key part of the Systems Team, tasked with developing the SMCS programmes. They will ensure the behaviour of the system is defined via requirements, assist with the design of functionality and support verification of the product. The 'Systems' team's work encompasses system design, requirements & acceptance management, hardware design & maintenance and other general systems engineering considerations such as Security, Safety, Human Factors, Performance, Availability & Reliability. Core Duties Maintain the Requirements database with associated contractual and acceptance details. Take a lead role in the testing and acceptance process for both hardware & software releases. Lead activities to support the Systems team with: Elaboration and agreement of system requirements understanding the change in system capability against an...

Contract Senior Structural Engineer Location: London (Hybrid Working) Rate: Up to c£52 per hour (Experience dependant) Contract Length: 6 Months Start Date: Immediate IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Opportunity A leading international engineering consultancy based in Central London is seeking an experienced Contract Senior Structural Engineer to join their team on a high-profile, technically challenging portfolio of projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on design-focused engineer with a strong background in building structures to work within a respected global consultancy delivering complex and prestigious schemes across the UK and internationally. Key Responsibilities You will play a pivotal role in the technical delivery of a wide range of projects, including: * High-rise building developments * Major commercial and retail structures * Hotels and museum projects * Sports and entertainment complexes The role is heavily design-led and will involve...

Senior M365 Copilot Engineer London (Fully Onsite) | Banking Inside IR35 Contract | £635.63pd We're seeking a Senior M365 Engineer with proven Copilot delivery experience to lead implementation, governance, and adoption within a highly regulated financial services environment. This position requires hands-on Copilot rollout experience, with specific expertise in taking Copilot from pilot to production while managing the full end-to-end lifecycle. Key deliverables Copilot technical configuration, data labelling, access controls, and desktop integration (Windows 11, Outlook clients) Governance frameworks: sensitivity labels, DLP, retention policies, Microsoft auto-enabled feature management 3rd/4th line escalation ownership for business-critical M365 incidents Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune engineering (20-30% of role)Essential experience Hands-on Microsoft Copilot implementation in large enterprises (pilot → rollout → adoption) End-to-end Copilot delivery: backend...

Senior Software Engineer - Golang Information Security £650 per day - Inside IR35 3 days per week on-site, 2 days WFH 3 Month rolling contract up to 2 years Job Summary The Information Security team is responsible for developing services to find and mitigate security risks faced. We are seeking an extraordinary Software Engineer who is passionate about security and can thrive in a fast-paced environment where both individual drive and team collaboration are the keys to success. As part of the Information Security team, you'll be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge services to identify and mitigate security risks. This is a technical hands-on role that is focused on security across all of the organisation. You'll be working to identify problems, establish a vision for how to address those problems, and unite the relevant owners within the business on achieving that vision. Description In this role you will architect and develop distributed and scalable services...

Senior Automation Tools Engineer (Contract) Inside IR35 - £550-£570 per day Cambridge Hybrid 2-3 days per week We’re seeking an experienced Senior Automation Tools Engineer to join a high-impact Automation Tools team on a contract basis. This is an opportunity to play a key role in building and scaling automation frameworks that drive reliability, performance, and efficiency across a complex hybrid infrastructure. You’ll work closely with Engineering, DevOps, IT, and Operations teams to streamline deployment and configuration processes, enabling robust system management across large-scale environments. What you’ll be doing: Design, build, and maintain automation frameworks across a hybrid estate and compute clusters Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools like Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, and GitLab Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines to accelerate and improve deployment processes Troubleshoot infrastructure challenges and implement automated fixes to...

Senior Information Technology Engineer £250 PD to £300 PD | Inside IR35 | 2-month rolling contract with scope to move into permenant Our trusted client is looking for a hands-on Senior IT Support Engineer to join an internal IT team, supporting users and systems across a varied environment to provide 2nd to 3rd line support within a Microsoft environment. The Role Reporting to the IT Manager, you’ll deliver 2nd line support across desktops, servers, mobile devices, applications, and cloud infrastructure (Azure). You’ll manage helpdesk tickets, support site setups, maintain Active Directory, and ensure IT services run smoothly across head office and construction sites. This role is 5 days onsite in Maidstone, Kent with scope to potentially move into a permanent position. Key Responsibilities Provide 1st & 2nd line IT support and escalate to 3rd line where required Support MS 365, Exchange, Mimecast, Azure, and core IT systems Assist with site setups, networks, mobile...

Job Title: Junior Network Engineer Location: Portsmouth (On-site) Contract Duration: Immediate start - End of July (initially) Day Rate: £350 - £400 per day Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Must hold active MOD SC clearance Eligibility: UK Nationals only Overview We are seeking a Junior Network Engineer to join a project based in Portsmouth, supporting network infrastructure operations within a secure environment. This is an on-site role requiring immediate availability, with the potential for extension beyond the initial contract period. Key Responsibilities Support the configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network infrastructure Work with secure systems in line with MOD standards and procedures Assist in firewall and network monitoring activities Participate in planned network changes, upgrades, and weekend exercises where required Provide support during shift rotations as needed Collaborate with senior engineers and wider technical teams Required Skills...

Job Title: Junior Network Engineer Location: Portsmouth (On-site) Contract Duration: Immediate start - End of July (initially) Day Rate: £300 - £350 per day Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Must hold active MOD SC clearance Eligibility: UK Nationals only Overview We are seeking a Junior Network Engineer to join a project based in Portsmouth, supporting network infrastructure operations within a secure environment. This is an on-site role requiring immediate availability, with the potential for extension beyond the initial contract period. Key Responsibilities Support the configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network infrastructure Work with secure systems in line with MOD standards and procedures Assist in firewall and network monitoring activities Participate in planned network changes, upgrades, and weekend exercises where required Provide support during shift rotations as needed Collaborate with senior engineers and wider technical teams Required Skills...

Lead EC&I Engineer (Design) – Contract (Inside IR35) Location: Warrington (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days remote) Rate: £55.00 – £60.00 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 40 hours per week Duration: 12 months + Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead EC&I Engineer to support the delivery of complex design work across major nuclear projects. This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing EC&I design activities, ensuring technical quality, and guiding a multidisciplinary team within a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage EC&I design activities across nuclear projects from concept through to detailed design Provide technical authority and guidance to engineering teams Review and approve design documentation, including calculations, specifications, and drawings Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements Interface with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to...

Are you a Site Engineer with proven experience successfully delivering earthworks and drainage packages on a major project?   Are you looking for your next contracting opportunity?   Rate: £350/day - Umbrella, Inside IR35 Location: Solihull Duration: 6 months, potential for extension   Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on HS2, and they are currently seeking a Site Engineer with strong earthworks and drainage experience to join their team.   As a Site Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting construction operations on site, managing junior engineers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification.   Key responsibilities include: ·Setting out and overseeing works to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications ·Managing and coordinating subcontractors ·Resolving technical issues in liaison with the senior engineering team ·Mentor junior engineers on site ·Request permits to dig ·...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination ( Systems Engineer Manager ) subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    This position would suit a candite from the Defence / Aerospace industries and from a Systems Engineering Management background.   Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference.  Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite (the department can offer a compressed 4 day week of Monday to Thursday) 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: 1 stage video interview Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination Job Description:   FCAS is one of the largest, most exciting and challenging programmes within Defence – to design and deliver a Future...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination ( Systems Engineer Manager ) subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    This position would suit a candite from the Defence / Aerospace industries and from a Systems Engineering Management background.   Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference.  Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite (the department can offer a compressed 4 day week of Monday to Thursday) 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: 1 stage video interview Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination Job Description:   FCAS is one of the largest, most exciting and challenging programmes within Defence – to design and deliver a Future...

OverviewWe are seeking a senior Engineering Lead / Technical Delivery Lead to drive delivery across a strategic portfolio of enterprise risk and compliance platforms. The role spans a mature RegTech (Obligation to Control) implementation entering build, alongside an earlier‑stage Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) initiative focused on prototyping and roadmap definition.This role requires strong delivery discipline and the ability to translate complex regulatory and business requirements into executable scope, and confidence operating as the primary UK‑based engineering contact in a regulated, enterprise environment. Details Location - London Rate - up to £750/day Inside IR35 via Umbrella Hybrid - 3 days / week Duration - Initially until year-end (multi-year project) Key Responsibilities Act as the single engineering lead across risk and compliance delivery initiatives Translate high‑level regulatory and business requirements into clear technical scope and delivery plans Lead...

Job Detils: Role Name : Build Reliability Engineer Type : Contract – Inside IR35 Location : Atherstone, UK Hybrid/Remote : Remote (Need onsite while onboarding) Start Date : ASAP Duration : 18 months Job Description: Role Overview The Build Reliability Engineer (Operational / Support Focused) is a front line, operational role responsible for monitoring and supporting the health of the build farm. This role acts as the first point of contact when builds fail, focusing on triage, investigation, and clear communication rather than designing or rebuilding CI/CD systems. The emphasis is on observing build outputs, identifying failure patterns, diagnosing issues, and feeding actionable insights back to engineering teams so problems can be resolved quickly and efficiently. This is a hands on support role, not a CI/CD pipeline engineering position. This role is: • Operational and support oriented • Focused on monitoring, triage, investigation, and reporting • Embedded in the build...

enior DevOps Engineer (Contract) £700 per day | 3-Month Contract (Likely to Extend) | Onsite - Oxford Based Are you a Platform/Linux/DevOps expert who thrives on complex challenges? Do you love working at the intersection of science, technology, and hardware innovation? Ready to join a high-growth, cutting-edge tech environment where your impact is immediate? Our client, a scaling technology business with ambitious plans, is on the lookout for seasoned Senior Linux Platform Engineers to play a pivotal role in their DevOps transformation. This is your chance to join a project that blends scientific complexity with technological excellence, perfect for DevOps professionals who enjoy solving sophisticated problems, influencing infrastructure decisions, and working hands-on with the latest in modern tooling. Why This Role is Great * Shape the Future of Infrastructure: Drive the migration from Linux-based systems to cloud-native environments in a way that blends reliability,...

Building and Construction Project Lead 12 month contract Based in Newport Offering £40ph Inside IR35 Are you an experienced Project Lead/Manager with construction experience? Do you have experience within Facilities Management? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Building and Construction Project Lead, 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: Develop, update/manage, and monitor a project delivery plan Identify and manage risks and opportunities Manage CAPEX business cases from preparation through approval to delivery and project close Develop detailed design briefs for Building Services design for a range of projects including...

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...

Systems Engineer/Architect - SC Cleared (Systems / Software / Infrastructure) End-to-End Technical Leadership Role Key Details Location: 2-3 days per week onsite, MOD Corsham Contract: 6 months Day Rate: £480 - £520 per day (Inside IR35) Clearance: Active SC Clearance requiredWe are seeking a Systems Engineer/Architect to take ownership of the end-to-end technical integrity, coherence, and long-term sustainability of a major digital service or programme. This is a pivotal leadership role at the centre of complex, multi-layered delivery. You will act as the senior technical conscience of the programme - ensuring engineering decisions are robust, joined-up, and capable of standing up in live operation, not just delivery. You will balance delivery pressure with engineering quality, ensuring the solution is secure, resilient, maintainable, and fit for long-term operational use. About the Role As the Senior Technical Authority, you will define and own the technical architecture...

Job title: Mechanical Engineer (Pressure Systems & Compliance) Job Type: Contract Location: Bristol or Bridgwater (Hybrid Working) Duration: 7 month contract | Potential for extension Pay rate: Competitive IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Hours of work: 37.5 per week | Full Time The Role We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Pressure Systems & Compliance) to support a major, highly regulated infrastructure programme. This role sits within a specialist pressure compliance and quality function and focuses on ensuring that pressure systems and structural integrity requirements are met across defined project scopes. The position is not a design role. Instead, it centres on technical compliance, assurance, and oversight, working closely with project teams, suppliers, and regulators to ensure safety and regulatory requirements are achieved throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities * Support the development and ongoing management of pressure systems compliance...