22 engineering jobs found in Burton upon Trent

Job Title: Design Engineer- Gas Turbine - Compressors Employment Type: Contract - 6 months Contract type: Outside IR35 Location: Derby, UK (Onsite) Industry: Aerospace Role Our client is a global leader in innovative energy and aerospace turbo machinery, specializing in the development of next-generation gas turbines. With a strong commitment to engineering excellence and sustainability, they are seeking a skilled Design Engineer who has experience on Gas Turbine Compressor engineering. Job Description As a design Engineer will be responsible for executing and leading the full design process from concept to production. You will create new turbo machinery designs and update our current designs. During the creation process, you will ensure that our turbomachinery designs meet all the necessary requirements. You are expected to have the technical background and sufficient knowledge to perform most phases of hardware design, development and documentation....

Info about the company A well-established and growing business delivering a record year in 2025 with a strong pipeline of new orders landing this year and next and involvement in high-profile flagship projects in the transportation sector! With over 50 years of heritage this is a close-knit and supportive team looking for some specific project support in a few key areas. Info about what the Controls Engineer role entails We are looking for x4 Controls Engineers to work on SCADA Systems design & integration for a variety of flagship projects including the design of remote terminal units for the 'field/front end'. With multiple positions and various projects ongoing, either SCADA design, HMI design configuring & building function blocks for the RTUs or PLC programming with Mitsubishis PLCs. Essential Requirements of the Controls Design Engineer * SCADA design experience - pulling together the I/O schedules, generating design reports, design drawings, schematics, schedules,...

Contract Composite Mechanical Fitter x2 📍 Derbyshire | Outside IR35 | Competitive Rate (DOE) We’re looking for an experienced Composite Mechanical Fitter to support high-performance engineering projects across sectors such as motorsport, aerospace, and automotive. The Role Hands-on position involving the assembly, fitting, and finishing of composite components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Experience Mechanical fitting within composites / motorsport / aerospace / automotive Ability to read engineering drawings Experience with trimming, drilling, bonding & assembly Strong attention to detail and quality standards Background in high-performance or low-volume manufacturingWhat’s on Offer Competitive rates + overtime Overtime Opportunities  Cutting-edge projects Skilled and supportive team📩 Interested? Apply now or get in touch for more details

Mechanical Design Engineer Position: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Castle Donington - Hybrid/Flexible Contract: Outside IR35 Type: Full-Time The Role This is a contract outside IR35 role working on a project involving designing a range of turbomachinery related components. Key Responsibilities: Create detailed 3D models and assemblies using Siemens NX. Generate engineering drawings. Perform engineering design calculations eg Perform tolerance stack-up analysis. Preparation of engineering design reports. Engage with suppliers and lead design for manufacturing activities. Ensure designs meet industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. Required qualifications and experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Experience designing turbomachinery, particularly blades/turbines. Experience using BS8888 and/or ASME Y14.5 Proficiency in NX software is essential. Strong skills in mechanical calculations and GD&T are essential. Experience...

Health and Safety Officer Rate: £26.81 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Nuneaton (with borough-wide travel and site attendance required) Contract End Date: 7 months duration Overview A local authority is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to support the delivery of a proactive, compliant and practical health and safety service across a range of council operations. The role requires regular on-site presence and active engagement with managers and operational teams to drive improvements in health and safety performance and culture. Key Responsibilities Carry out H&S audits, inspections, and site visits across council services Investigate accidents/incidents and ensure effective corrective actions Provide advice and guidance to managers across operational risk areas Deliver H&S training, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions Support development and review of risk assessments (COSHH, DSEAR, etc.) Work with managers to develop and maintain Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)...

NW32888 Site Design Coordinator £300 - £400 p/d (Outside IR35) Walsall or Teeside Alecto Recruitment is proudly partnering with a global leader in the Waste to Energy sector. Together, we are looking to recruit a Site Design Coordinator to support the civil works across major infrastructure projects. Role and Responsibilities: Take charge of coordinating all civil works design deliverables, working hand-in-hand with our Lead Engineer to keep everything aligned and moving. Make sure every element of the civil works meets contract, programme, budget, HSE, and quality targets-no exceptions. Control design interfaces between external consultants and our internal engineering teams, setting clear release schedules and tracking progress so nothing slips. Review and challenge design submissions to ensure constructability, flag risks early, and put forward smart, practical technical solutions. Represent the civil design function confidently in meetings, keeping communication sharp...

Mechanical Design Engineer Initial 6 month contract Outside IR35 Growing Manufacturing Business Birmingham ASAP Start   Our client are a precision manufacturing business, based in Birmingham, specialising in machining and assembly of high value low volume components. Working within the Engineering Team, the Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for maintaining and developing the existing company product range and creating solutions to customer problems from within the naval marine sector. The Mechanical Engineer, in conjunction with the Design Manager, and the Engineering Standards Manager will be responsible for facilitating the flow of reliable, accurate and readily available data, to both internal and external customers.   Mechanical Engineer  Job Description Interpret customer specifications and create solutions that fully satisfy requirements. Use appropriate valve technologies for a wide range of applications. Use correct standards, design codes and pressure vessel...

Contract position - Outside IR35 Hybrid working Key Responsibilities: Designing, testing, and analysing parts of the Diesel Fuel Injection Equipment (FiE) system Engaging in discussions with customers, understanding customer evaluations, and presenting results Conducting component testing of injector pumps and rails Performing detailed analysis, collaborating with the hardware design team, and reporting findings to customers Providing customer support functions across Europe with small dedicated teams Supporting system teams in performance aspects such as rail pressure and injector calibration Ensuring component design and customer utilisation meet performance and life requirements Job Requirements: Experience in Mechanical Engineering within Automotive, Off-Highway, or Aviation sectors Understanding of Design Life Cycle in related fields Experience in validation, testing, and reporting Ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality outcomes Strong problem-solving...

Senior Estimator – Security Systems | Birmingham | £350/day | Hybrid We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established organisation specialising in electronic security systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of commercial and university projects, with long-term contract stability and the potential to move into a permanent role. Key Responsibilities Produce accurate and competitive cost estimates and tenders for security system installations Work across systems including: Access Control CCTV Intruder Alarms Nurse Call Systems Review technical drawings, specifications, and tender documentation Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to gather project requirements Obtain and evaluate supplier/subcontractor quotations Identify risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost efficiencies Support bid submissions and ensure deadlines are met Requirements Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator...

Our client, a leading automotive manufacturing business, is looking for an experienced Technical Engineer / Automation Engineer / Controls Engineer to support advanced automated production lines. The successful candidate will have a strong background in complex manufacturing environments and a proven ability to deliver technical solutions across automated processes. Contract – Outside IR35 or PERM available. Flexible hourly rates – initial 6-month contract with strong potential for extension Salary dependant on experience Monday to Thursday 8am – 5pm, Friday 8am – 2pm Birmingham Site based Technical Engineer / Automation Engineer / Controls Engineer Job Description Act as the technical lead for automated manufacturing processes across multiple production stages. Work with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to deliver efficient and high-quality manufacturing solutions. Develop quality systems, define FAT/SAT criteria, and resolve shop floor/process issues....

I'm currently supporting A key client with the appointment of a SHEQ Advisor on a short‑term contract, working across multiple live project sites. Key details: Role: SHEQ Advisor Contract: Outside IR35 Duration: 2-3 months Start Date: ASAP ( start 20/04/26) Rate: £400-£500 per day (DOE) Location: Multi‑site - ideally based around Coventry / Birmingham Must have: NEBOSH ConstructionPlease click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number...

Roles - PSV Engineer / PSV Technician / PSV Mechanic / Bus Technician Location: Plumstead Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic? Are you available to start work right away? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits of working for Excel: * Weekly Pay * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34.00 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of PSV * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of PSV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety regulations and safe...

Are you an assistant design manager with experience of working on rail infrastructure projects?   Do you have technical interface experience of major infrastructure projects?   Location: Birmingham (hybrid) Rate: £400 - £450 a day outside IR35 Contract length: Initial 6 months with likely extensions   Job Role My client is seeking an Assistant Design Manager to join their team, supporting the delivery of complex design packages on the HS2 programme. This role will focus on acting as a Technical Design Coordinator, ensuring effective communication, coordination, and integration across multiple design disciplines.   The successful candidate will ideally come from a strong design engineering background and have progressed into design management or design coordination roles. You will be comfortable working at the interface between disciplines, managing technical queries, and ensuring design outputs are aligned with project requirements, standards, and programme constraints....

Are you a proactive Health & Safety professional who thrives on turning complex risks into clear, practical solutions? Looking for your next contract where you can make a real impact across rail and depot environments? If so, TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a high-profile railway client who are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to support their safety team on a contract basis based in West Midlands, Birmingham paying up to £500 per day. The purpose of this role is to provide expert Health & Safety support helping to identify, assess, and manage operational risks across a varied property and rail engineering portfolio. The advisor will work closely with key stakeholders to develop practical risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work, ensuring compliance while enabling safe and efficient delivery of activities. Key Responsibilities: Report to Interim Senior Safety Risk Manager Collaborate closely with Property and Depot Engineering teams...

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 Maintenance Engineer (Contract) Location: Newark Rate: £33 - £35.00 p/h Shift: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights rotation – 6:00 to 18:00 / 18:00 to 6:00) Start Date: 27/04/2026 We’re looking for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy manufacturing site. This is a hands-on role with a strong electrical bias, supporting production through a mix of reactive and planned maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repairs Support reactive breakdowns and PPM activities Work on 3-phase systems, motors, inverters, and control panels Assist with electrical installations and modifications Help improve machine reliability and efficiency Requirements: Level 3 engineering qualification Strong electrical fault-finding skills (PLC knowledge beneficial but not essential) Experience working with 3-phase systems, drives, motors, and control equipment Ability to read and work from electrical drawings Heavy industry background...

Senior Communications Officer (Change & Transformation) Location: North West Contract: 12-week initial contract Rate: £26.86 per hour (Umbrella) Working Pattern: Full-time Overview A large local authority is seeking a Senior Communications Officer to lead strategic communications supporting a major transformation and improvement programme. The role will shape the organisation's narrative, strengthen reputation, and ensure clear, consistent messaging across staff, members, partners and residents during a significant period of change. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of a portfolio-wide communications and engagement strategy Develop and maintain a clear transformation narrative across all channels Ensure consistent messaging across programmes, projects and services Advise senior leaders on reputational risk and communications approach Deliver multi-channel campaigns including internal comms, digital and video Produce briefings, toolkits, FAQs and organisation-wide...

Fire Risk Assessor Location: Sheffield (Site-Based with Hybrid Flexibility) Rate: £25.79 per hour (Umbrella) An excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified Fire Risk Assessor to support a large local authority housing portfolio in Sheffield. This role involves conducting Type 1 Fire Risk Assessments (non-intrusive, common areas only) across a range of low-rise residential properties. Key Responsibilities: Carry out Type 1 Fire Risk Assessments in line with current legislation and guidance Inspect common areas within low-rise social housing properties Identify fire hazards, assess risks, and recommend appropriate control measures Produce clear, compliant, and concise fire risk assessment reports Manage workload effectively across multiple sites within Sheffield Liaise with internal stakeholders where requiredWorking Arrangements: Site visits across Sheffield Flexibility to complete reports either from home or from the officeRequirements: Minimum of 2 years' experience...

Composite Laminator Contractors - £27 - £28 per hour - 6 Months - Sheffield OR Essex 📍 Sheffield OR Essex (whichever your preference) 📄 Contract | 6-9 Month Initial Term | Immediate Start £27 - £28 per hour (Outside IR35), 45 hours per week We are currently recruiting several experienced Composite Laminator contractors to support high‑profile automotive and supercar programmes. This contract opportunity offers hands‑on involvement in the manufacture of cutting‑edge composite components within a fast‑paced, precision‑driven environment. The Role As a Composite Laminator Consultant, you will be responsible for the lay‑up, manufacture, and preparation of advanced composite components, working to exacting quality, performance, and appearance standards. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Composite Laminator Strong hands‑on experience with pre‑preg carbon fibre lay‑up Confident reading engineering drawings, ply books, and manufacturing instructions Practical...

Roles - PSV Engineer / PSV Technician / PSV Mechanic / Bus Technician Location: Sheffield Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic? Are you available to start work right away? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits of working for Excel: * Weekly Pay * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34.00 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of PSV * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of PSV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety regulations and safe...