103 jobs found in Burton upon Trent

Software Development Project Manager (Rail Software Innovation) Location: 3 days per week in Ashby office minimum / 1 day per month in Chippenham office Rate: £450 per day Umbrella Contract Length: 4-6 months (initially) IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Pioneer the Future of Rail. Lead Ground-Breaking R&D as a Project Manager. Our client is seeking a visionary R&D Rail Project Manager to join the team and drive the development of transformative technology that will define the future of transport. This is your chance to lead from the front, managing complex, safety-critical projects that have a tangible impact on millions. What You'll Bring (The Essentials): We are looking for a proven leader with a track record of delivering excellence in complex environments: * A minimum of 5+ years as a Project Manager with a proven record of managing and delivering multiple software development projects valued at over £1M per year. * Demonstrable experience managing multiple,...

Mechanical Handling Engineer Plymouth – 3 days WFH circa £57.5 per hour LTD (Outside IR35) Virtual interview Mon–Fri   Certain Advantage is partnering with a key client to recruit a Mechanical Handling Engineer. You’ll support mechanical handling and building services projects across nuclear and non-nuclear facilities, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operation of cranes, lifting equipment, and maintenance assets.   What will you be doing? Support the Mechanical Engineering Lead with design, maintenance, and modification of mechanical handling systems. Scope and deliver mechanical designs and upgrades across the full project lifecycle. Maintain technical documentation, drawings, and compliance records. Collaborate across disciplines during installation, commissioning, and testing phases. Provide technical input to risk assessments and progress reports.  A couple of things you should know: Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s or CEng preferred). 3+...

Mechanical Design Engineers (Outside of IR35) Certain Advantage is hiring for Mechanical Design Engineers based in the Huddersfield area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for Mechanical Design Engineers—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Detailed design Material selection, hand calculation, rotor dynamics Conceptual design, 3D and 2D modelling BOM and gear data generation Concession/Non-conformance assessment and resolutionThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Structural design practices and methodologies...

Stress Engineers – Gas Turbines (Outside of IR35) Certain Advantage is hiring for Stress Engineers – Gas Turbines based in the Derby area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from aerospace and automotive to healthcare and semiconductors. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Stress Engineer-Gas Turbines—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Stress analysis on development projects Compliance with aerospace industry standards Contribution to innovating in New Product Introduction (NPI) programmesThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Stress and Lifting (fatigue, damage tolerance/...

Stress Engineer Outside IR35  Certain Advantage are hiring for a Stress Engineer based in Derby. This role is on a 12-month contract basis. The role Ownership of stress analysis of assigned components. Collaborate with support functions as needed (stress analysis, life management, heat transfer, materials, design). Ensure assigned components meet all technical and functional requirements. Interface with global engineering organizations and other internal organizations (e.g. design) as required to support activity on assigned components. Generate and deliver technical/program presentations to internal and external customers as required (systems tech review, design review and internal analysis review). Write Design Study Summaries (Design Definition Record), Technical Memorandums, Coordination Memos, and Certification Reports as required to document design engineering activity on assigned components.  The individual: 3+ years gas turbine experience 2D/3D stress analysis of...

Test Engineer – Leicestershire (Automation system background is essential) £400 per day (Outside IR35) (£450 per day Weekend and Nights overtime) Initial 6-month contract (Monday to Friday 0700 – 1700) CSCS / ECS Card Required We’re looking for an organised and technically minded Test Engineer to support testing activities across major automation projects. This role focuses on defect coordination, reporting, and communication with engineering and integration teams. Although primarily office-based, at times going onto site will be required (Office and site are in the same location) Key Responsibilities: Manage and track defects using Jira and TestRail, ensuring accurate updates and timely resolution. Updating and managing defect logs and dashboards. Work closely with engineering and integration teams to clarify issues and support troubleshooting. Maintain test documentation, update scripts, and produce ad-hoc reports. Keep dashboards up to date, reflecting real-time defect...

Automation Test Engineer – Leicestershire (Automation system background is essential) £400 per day (Outside IR35) (£450 per day Weekend and Nights overtime) Initial 6-month contract (Monday to Friday 0700 – 1700) CSCS / ECS Card Required We’re looking for an organised and technically minded Automation Test Engineer to support testing activities across major automation projects. This role focuses on defect coordination, reporting, and communication with engineering and integration teams. Although primarily office-based, occasionally going onto site will be required (Office and site are in the same location) Key Responsibilities Manage and track defects using Jira and TestRail, ensuring accurate updates and timely resolution. Work closely with engineering and integration teams to clarify issues and support troubleshooting. Maintain test documentation, update scripts, and produce ad-hoc reports. Keep dashboards up to date, reflecting real-time defect and test status. Attend...

Freelance Design Manager – Education Project – Derbyshire (Head Office Based) Rate: £300 per day (Outside IR35) Contract: 12 months Location: Derbyshire Head Office with travel to Ashington (North East) once per week Start: Immediate A well-established UK main contractor with a strong track record in education, commercial and public-sector construction is recruiting a Freelance Design Manager to support a major further education redevelopment project. The business is recognised for its financial stability, collaborative working environment and consistent delivery of multi-building campus schemes across the country. This role is primarily based at the contractor’s Derbyshire head office, with travel to the project site in Ashington once per week. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving consultant deliverables, coordinating specialist design packages and managing site-driven design queries throughout the delivery phase. The Role * Freelance Design Manager...

Change Manager – Finance & Procurement Location: Staffordshire Contract: Temporary (6-months initial)   Rate: £450.00 per day (Outside IR35) Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) *Remote/Hybrid Working* Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Change Manager to support the Finance & Procurement (P2P) workstream of a major SAP S/4HANA implementation within a Local Authority. This is a key role within a large transformation programme, requiring someone who can lead change across Finance and Procurement processes, influence stakeholders, and ensure successful adoption of new ERP ways of working. The existing team is strong and well-established — this role is ideal for someone personable, confident, and capable of driving change across all levels of the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the change management strategy for the Finance & Procurement (P2P) workstream within the SAP S/4HANA implementation. Work closely...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – NUNEATON Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Nuneaton Rate: £21.50 per hour (LTD) Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-17:30 + Saturdays & Overtime available CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. *...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – WALSALL Position: Vehicle Technician Location: WALSALL Rate: £21.50 per hour (LTD) Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-17:30 + Saturdays & Overtime available CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. *...

Design Engineer CIRCA £50 Per Hour LTD Derbyshire Contract – Outside of IR35, Certain Advantage are working on behalf of a global supplier of precision-machined components and sub-assemblies. Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for a Gas turbine Design Engineer (NPI) on a contract basis and can be worked through your own LTD Company. The role is located in the Derbyshire area Seeking an experienced problem solver to conduct analyses and contribute to innovating in New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes. Experience in Design and development of: Compressor/Fan Structural and rotating parts. Rotating Shaft, Shaft cone, Bearing support and Bearing design Development rig design, analysis and integration. Material selection 3D part modelling and drafting. Interface control definition Stack up/Layout creation. In depth knowledge of GD&T, manufacturing methods. Part tolerancing with Design for manufacturing applications Performing design calculations...

Test Manager / Test Lead (Dynamics CRM and Power Platform) 12 month contract £375 - £425 per day Outside IR35 Midlands / Hybrid - weekly travel to Midlands head office for meetings etc. required Overview: Akkodis are partnering with a highly reputable business based in the Midlands who are looking to hire an experienced Test Manager / Test Lead for an initial period of 12 months. This is a hybrid role with weekly travel to the Midlands head office required for meetings etc. Candidates must already be UK based and have right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Experience required: Proven experience working at Test Manager / Test Lead level. Must have experience of Power Platform and Dynamics CRM sales including customer care with multiple integrations and model driven apps. Must have strong stakeholder engagement and management to work alongside third party vendor. Please apply ASAP to be considered - interviews will be taking place before Christmas with a...

Long term Contract** Avionic Technicians - Birmingham - Base maintenance contract - Outside IR35 - Starting soon! ✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️ I'm reaching out to Avionic technicians who would be interested in working on a Wedgetail modification Project starting soon! Contract details: Role: Avionic Technician Location: Birmingham Start Date: December 2025 Duration: Until Dec 2026 Rate: £36.00 per hour Ltd Outside IR35 Shifts: 🔶Mon-Fri (07:00-15:30) 🔶Mon-Thu (12:00-22:30) Tooling: Own foamed, etched, and tooling list required Additional Requirements: 🔶 LTD contractors will require £1m public liability insurance 🔶 Unpaid trade test required prior to starting Candidate requirements: Right to work in the UK Previous base maintenance experience on Boeing aircraft Previous Modification experience desired Subject to BPSS and Boeing security clearance. For more information and to register your interest please inbox me or call: (phone number removed)...

Principal People are currently working on behalf of a project management organisation who are looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to be working on a construction project for a prestigious client of theirs near to Birmingham starting in mid-January. You will be responsible for site inspections, audits and reporting amongst other basic operational responsibilities and will be required for 6 months. This role is to pay a daily rate of between £(Apply online only)/day.(Outside IR35) Essential Criteria: NEBOSH General Certificate Minimum Have health hand safety experience within Construction projects. Hold experience and knowledge of CDM responsibilities Be available from Mid January Be an engaging individual able to liaise at all levels. If this role is of interest then please follow the link to apply

We are recruiting a Site Engineer to support a major bridge scheme in Birmingham. This long-term contract offers the chance to work on a high-profile infrastructure project involving complex structural and civil works. You will be involved in both design coordination and on-site engineering support throughout the full project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities * Assist with civil and structural works related to bridge construction and associated infrastructure * Review design drawings, specifications and technical documents * Provide site engineering support, including surveys, inspections and reporting * Coordinate with designers, contractors and project stakeholders * Monitor progress, quality and compliance with relevant UK standards * Support construction planning, temporary works coordination and method statements * Ensure all activities meet health, safety and environmental requirements Requirements *...

Electrical Design Engineer - LV / Control Panels / Water - Contract Birmingham (Hybrid) * 12 Months * Outside IR35 * Dec/Jan Start Rate: Highly Competitive Are you an Electrical Design Engineer with experience in LV systems, control panels, or water/utility projects? We are recruiting for a technical, hands-on Electrical Design Engineer to support a major UK pumping/water infrastructure programme. This is a delivery-focused design role, not managerial, with strong potential to extend. The Role: Produce and review electrical designs: LV systems, MCCs, control panels, cable sizing, SLDs, schematics, I/O lists Ensure compliance with BS / BS EN, BS 7671, WIMES, CDM and water/rail standards Support electrical calculations, documentation checks, QA reviews and FAT/SAT activities Work with project, mechanical and procurement teams to deliver integrated design packages The Person: Electrical design experience in water, wastewater, utilities, pumping stations, or industrial LV...

Mechanical Design Engineer (Piping / Hydraulics / Pumping Systems) Location: Birmingham (Hybrid, 2 - 3 Days Onsite) Contract: 12 Months | Outside IR35 | December / January Start Rate: Highly Competitive (Ltd / CIS) Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong experience in piping systems, pump hydraulics, water industry process equipment or mechanical assemblies? Are you looking for a technical delivery role where you'll be producing high-quality mechanical design outputs under the guidance of an experienced Design Manager? We are recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to support a major UK water-sector infrastructure programme based in Birmingham. This position is purely mechanical focusing on pumping systems, hydraulic design, pipework layouts, mechanical bracketry, skids, fabrications, and equipment integration. This is a 12-month contract, with strong potential to extend. The role suits someone who is hands-on with mechanical design documentation, who can produce...

P6 Project Planner (Infrastructure / Primavera P6) Location: Remote / Hybrid - Occasional Travel to Birmingham Contract: 6 Months (Jan 2026 - June 2026) Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Outside IR35) Start Date: January 2026 Interviews: immediate Are you an experienced P6 Project Planner looking for your next contract assignment? Do you have strong Primavera P6 delivery experience within major infrastructure or engineering programmes? We are recruiting for a P6 Project Planner to join a large, multi-disciplinary infrastructure programme on a technical delivery basis,(not a managerial role). This position will support workstream and project teams within a matrix organisation, developing, updating, and analysing schedules to ensure accurate programme delivery. This is a remote-based contract with occasional travel to Birmingham for project meetings. You will work closely with engineering, design, and delivery teams to ensure accurate tracking of progress, dependencies, risks, and...

My client is looking for an experienced Design Engineer to work from home on a hybrid basis on a long term basis. Paying £400 a shift + Long Term Works + Outside IR35 + Weekly basis Acting as a main contractor my client provides the management and delivery expertise to deliver a multitude of Security biased projects throughout the UK which involve Electrical, CCTV and Access Control systems. Due to continued expansion, they require someone to join their team working in the Design team. Main Duties to be carried out include the following: * Produce detailed security system line drawings as part of an integrated solution * Produce calculations to support the integrity of the design * Review completed designs * Develop our document template library * Liaise with other designers to enable co-ordination of projects * Ensure document control requirements are met. * Explaining designs to engineers and clients * Writing manuals for maintenance * Attending...