5 manufacturing operative jobs found

Job Title: Design Engineer Location: Coventry, UK Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri). Vacancy Type: Full-time, 4 month Contract and onsite Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum FTC OR £275 - £350 per day contract (subject to experience) About the role At NP Aerospace, we don’t just design to innovate – we design to protect. We’re looking for x3 immediately available Design Engineers to join our Coventry-based team, developing advanced vehicle protection and integration solutions used across global defence programmes. These temporary roles will work from initial concept through to production designing systems that directly enhance the safety and performance of those who serve on the frontline. In these hands-on role, you’ll be immersed in 3D CAD design, working with complex materials, assemblies and components that must perform in the toughest real-world environments. Contract Options We’re offering two engagement routes, depending on how you want to work: o...

Electrical Inspector 24 month Fixed Term Contract Based in Ampthill Offering up to £40,000 Do you hold an IPC-620 Certification? Do you have experience in final inspection on cables/harnesses? 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! Due to the nature of what you will be working on, you will be required to obtain high level MOD security clearance. You will be involved in: Product testing for conformance, which include; typical tests such as continuity, bonding, resistance. Programming and use of ATEs Adherence to work instructions and managing non-conforming products High volume electrical...

Senior EC&I Engineer | North West (Hybrid Working) | up to £58ph | 4 day working week | Outside IR35 The Opportunity Are you at the point where you want more influence over engineering decisions, not just another delivery or design‑only contract? This is a senior EC&I contract working on complex, safety‑critical programmes within highly regulated environments such as defence and nuclear. The role operates at consultant level, giving real influence over technical decisions rather than being limited to a pure design function. You’d have ownership across the full lifecycle — providing technical leadership, assurance, integration support and problem‑solving through delivery — on an Outside IR35 basis with hybrid working and long‑term programme stability. It’s an opportunity to shape standards and outcomes, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, rather than just executing instructions. What we’re looking for: Strong background in EC&I, control...

Design Quality Engineer (Contract) Contract Length: 12 months Rate: £55-£70 per hour (outside IR35 / subject to candidate experience) Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: 3 or 4 days per week (flexible for the right candidate) Location: Hybrid working - on‑site at M&TC, Biggin Hill when required Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Design Quality Engineer on a contract basis to support Design Quality activities within a high‑performance motorsport engineering environment. Reporting to the Head of QMO, this role will work closely with Quality, Product Development, and Engineering teams to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of product data throughout the full design lifecycle. This position plays a critical role in maintaining robust PLM governance, change control, and configuration management, ensuring that engineering data is structured, controlled, and released efficiently to support downstream manufacturing and assembly activities. Key...

PMO Lead - Major Infrastructure Programme Location: Dartford (Hybrid - 3 days on-site, Tuesday to Thursday) Rate: £650 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: 12 to 18-month contract A Tier 1 construction firm is seeking an expert PMO Lead to establish and manage a critical, multi-million-pound programme. This isn't a "maintenance" role; we require an architect who can design the governance framework from the ground up and drive the operational rhythm to ensure delivery excellence. You will act as the "conscience of the programme," providing the executive team with the transparent data and insights needed to make high-stakes strategic decisions. Key Responsibilities Define and embed the PMO operating model, including governance standards, reporting cycles, and quality assurance frameworks. Develop and oversee complex, multi-workstream schedules, ensuring all dependencies and critical paths are visible and managed. Lead the identification and mitigation of Risks, Issues,...