47 engineering jobs found in Didcot

Engineering Consultant (6 month+ contract) Location: Aldershot (On-site, full-time) Contract Length: 6 months initially, likely extension to 9+ months IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineering Consultant to join a growing GMP pharmaceutical site in Aldershot. The site is undergoing significant expansion, including new and upgraded facilities. This is a highly visible, on-site position requiring someone who can hit the ground running, operate autonomously, and drive engineering activity forward without relying on heavy oversight. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and execute CAPEX and engineering projects, including expansions, new site builds, facility conversions, and equipment installations. * Drive engineering activity from concept through to commissioning and handover. * Manage contractors, suppliers, and external engineering partners. * Ensure project delivery aligns with GMP requirements and site quality standards. * Work...

BMS Commissioning Engineer, Tridium, Trend or Siemens Immediate start 4 - 6 month contract £300 - £360 per day Our client requires an accomplished BMS Commissioning Engineer with Tridium, Trend or Siemens Building Management Controls experience to join their team on either a project in London or a site in Hertforshire . There are several roles and projects currently available in: the City, East London and also in Hertfordshire, the best site would depend on your location and experience for each project. This is on a contract basis and will initially run for 4 to 6  months. To start immediately and is likely to be extended on a rolling basis.  This position could also be as the Lead Commissioning Engineer if you have the right experience and the rate would then reflect this. Key skills required:- Experienced in the Commissioning of Building Management Systems ( BMS ) Qualified and experienced with Tridium ,Trend or Siemens Control systems. CSCS Skill Card or equivalent is...

Composite Laminator – Night Shift Location: Berkshire Area Shift: Mon – Thurs | 6:00pm – 6:00am (48 hours) Pay: £24–£25 per hour (Outside IR35) I’m currently working with a specialist advanced engineering business looking for an experienced Composite Laminator to join their night shift team. This is an initial contract role with a strong chance of going permanent for the right person. The Role Composite laminating and lay-up work Working with high-performance materials Producing high-quality components in a fast-paced environment Details Night shift: Monday to Thursday 48-hour working week Overtime available at weekends Outside IR35 contract Potential to go permanent What We’re Looking For Experience in composite laminating / lay-up Background in motorsport ideally Strong attention to detail and quality

Cleaner / Driver - Hangar and Facilities (Oxford Airport) Location: Oxford Airport, Kidlington Contract: 6-month contract, likely to extend Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00 (37.5 hours per week) Pay: £20.07 per hour Umbrella We are recruiting a Cleaner/Driver to support hangar operations for a major aerospace organisation based at Oxford Airport. This role involves general cleaning duties within hangar and engineering environments, along with UK-wide driving to collect and deliver equipment and stock. You will be working in a safety-critical setting where attention to detail is important and maintaining a clean, debris-free hangar is essential to reduce Foreign Object Debris (FOD) risks. Applicants must be comfortable working in a secure aviation environment. Core duties include keeping hangar floors clear of debris, emptying non-toxic waste bins, cleaning washrooms and changing rooms, sweeping external apron areas, driving company vehicles for UK collections and...

I'm currently working on a Design Manager opportunity within the water sector and thought it could be of interest given your background. This role sits within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment, where you would be responsible for leading design teams across projects from concept through to detailed design and into construction. It is a client-facing position, involving close collaboration with stakeholders, consultants, and internal engineering disciplines to deliver technically robust and sustainable solutions. Key aspects of the role include: Leading multi-disciplinary design teams and external consultants across project delivery Managing design programmes, budgets, and overall project performance Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders Ensuring health, safety, environmental, and sustainability considerations are embedded into design Supporting design reviews, risk assessments, HAZOPs, and coordination of PSDP responsibilities Contributing to...

Job Title: Electrical Appointed Person - Night Shifts Location: Reading, Berkshire Contract: 12 Months (Approx.) Working Pattern: Night Shifts Rate: Up to £650 per night Outside IR35 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Appointed Person to join a major defence nuclear project near Reading. The successful candidate will work with supply chain partners to commission bespoke electrical equipment and plant, adhering to strict nuclear safety standards on one of the UK's most complex infrastructure projects. Main Duties ·Take responsibility for electrical safety within the defined project boundary, ensuring compliance with the Electrical Safety Code. ·Coordinate electrical activities with the Work Authorisation & Permit Office (WAPO) and M&E Permit Office (PO). ·Plan and oversee electrical lifting operations, ensuring compliance with LOLER and PUWER regulations. ·Produce and approve electrical lifting plans, method statements, and risk...

Overview An organisation operating in complex, secure environments is seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect to drive enterprise-wide architecture strategy across multiple programmes and domains. Key Responsibilities Lead enterprise architecture development and governance across programmes Define and maintain architecture principles, standards, and frameworks aligned to business strategy Shape architecture strategy for a major Line of Business Provide technical leadership across cloud, infrastructure, data, applications, and security Chair design reviews and ensure alignment with strategic and security objectives Drive innovation, research, and capability development Represent the organisation at senior external forums Mentor and develop the internal architecture community Requirements Proven experience leading enterprise architecture in large, complex environments (Essential) Strong background in defence/aerospace programmes within secure or government contexts (Essential)...

Sapien Engineering are looking for a Wiring Technician to join an Aerospace business in Farnham on a contract basis. This is an initial 3-month contract with the view to extend. This is outside IR35 paying up to £25 per hour. Job requirements: * IPC 620 (essential) * Engineering schematics * Crimping * Soldering * Previous aerospace experience highly beneficial For more information, please apply with an updated copy of your CV ASAP

Composites Technicians (Late Shift) 📍 Hampshire 💰 £24.50-£25.50 per hour (Ltd company) - Outside IR35 📅 6+ Month Contract 🕒 Late Shift We're working with a high-end automotive manufacturer specialising in carbon fibre and precision-engineered components, supplying into the performance and luxury vehicle sector. Due to continued growth, we're looking for experienced Composites Technicians to join the team on a late shift. 🔧 Key Responsibilities: * Laminating carbon fibre components to precise specifications * Working with a range of composite materials and lay-up techniques * Interpreting engineering drawings and technical instructions * Ensuring all work meets high end quality standards * Working within a fast-paced, high-spec production environment ✅ Requirements: * Proven experience in composites within automotive, motorsport, or aerospace environments * Strong hands-on laminating experience (wet lay-up, pre-preg, vacuum bagging) * Experience working with carbon fibre...

Automotive Paint Sprayers & Preppers/Polishers 📍 Hampshire 💰 £24-£26 per hour (Ltd company) - Outside IR35 📅 6+ Month Contract 🕒 Various shifts available We're working with a high-end automotive manufacturer specialising in carbon fibre and precision-engineered components, supplying into the performance and luxury vehicle sector. Due to increased demand, we're looking for experienced: * Paint Sprayers * Preppers / Polishers 🔧 Key Responsibilities: * Preparation of carbon fibre and automotive parts to a high standard * Paint spraying using industry-standard techniques * Polishing and finishing to high end quality levels * Working within a fast-paced, high-spec production environment ✅ Requirements: * Proven experience in automotive, motorsport, or aerospace paint spraying or prepping/polishing * Experience with carbon fibre components (highly desirable) * Strong attention to detail and quality standards * Ability to work shifts * Must have right to work in UK If you...

Site Agent - Wastewater - Freelance Currently looking for a Site Agent in Hampshire on a long term freelance basis. We are currently working with a leading civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Site Agent for a long-term wastewater project on the Wessex Water framework. This is a key role on a major infrastructure scheme, offering long-term work, continuity, and the opportunity to take full ownership of site delivery within a well-established framework. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day delivery of works on site Manage site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget Maintain high standards of health & safety and compliance Liaise with client representatives, engineers, and stakeholders Oversee RAMS, permits, and site documentation Monitor programme, progress, and resource allocation Identify risks and drive solutions to keep works on trackRequirements Proven experience as a Site Agent within...

Manufacturing / Process Transfer Engineer Outside IR35 | Up to £50/hr | Contract to Dec 2026 Long-term Outside IR35 opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing / Process Transfer Engineer supporting a major equipment and process transfer within a high-tech manufacturing environment. Key highlights: * Maintain production output during site transfer * Lead equipment relocation, qualification & re-installation (IQ/OQ/PQ) * Support PFMEAs, work instructions & process documentation * Troubleshoot lasers, optics & precision assemblies * Work cross-functionally with R&D, Quality & Supply Chain Skills needed: * Manufacturing/Process Engineering background (laser, optics, photonics, precision assembly) * Strong hands-on problem solving (mechanical / optical / electro-mechanical) * Experience managing complex transfers under tight timelines Details: * Rate: Up to £50 per hour * IR35: Outside * Duration: Long-term (to end of 2026) 👉 Apply now for...

PROJECT MANAGER // BRENTFORD // TOP RATE OUTSIDE IR35 We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with strong highways experience to work for a major civil engineering company near Brentford, London. There will be no hybrid working available and the duration is a minimum of 6 months work. The works are located on the M4/A4 corridor around Brentford. Main works will include installation of tempoarary works scaffolding to the viaduct piers. It will then progress to carrying out the necessary repair works. Great opportunity with a top day rate on offer! If you or someone you know is looking for work, get in touch

Are you a RD&T Software Engineer? Do you have experience working directly with RD&T technology? Are you confident developing software tools for tolerance analysis, variation simulation, and robust design? If so, a market leader is currently looking for an RD&T Software Engineer on an Outside IR35 contract basis! RD&T Software Engineer OUTSIDE IR35 Contract Monday to Friday (Days) Leamington Spa RD&T Software Engineer Job Description: Develop and maintain software tools for tolerance analysis, variation simulation, and robust design, enabling engineers to evaluate product performance under real-world variability. Implement statistical models and algorithms (e.g., Monte Carlo simulation, Design of Experiments) to analyse variation, predict risk, and support data-driven design decisions. Integrate RD&T solutions with CAD and PLM systems Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, and quality engineering to translate requirements...

Senior Sub-Contract Buyer Luton 6-month Contract - Hybrid £50.00 per hour - Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Sub-contract Buyer to join a global leader in aerospace innovation. The Role: Develop and negotiate contracts for materials and sub-contracts using standard and non-standard formats. On contract delivery performance of direct suppliers. Contract management to assure compliance, promote innovation and deliver target driven outcomes to the satisfaction of the programme stakeholders. Understanding mechanisms of mitigating risk associated when entering into commercial agreements whilst considering risk / resilience within the future supply base. Ensure that the appropriate commercial protections are in place such as; effective Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) / Export Licences etc. Support to the internal reporting of external spend and future spend forecasting to support customer requirements. Management of compliance and governance restrictions...

Role: Commercial Manager Location: St Albans Rate: Up to £600pd. (outside IR35) The Company: This industry-leader are a privately backed business on a huge growth trajectory which will see their group turnover double to more than £1bn in the next 3 years. The group is made up of several successful subsidiaries that operate across the construction, civil engineering, and infrastructure sectors. This Commercial Manager position will be an opportunity to join their infrastructure division which supports the development of sustainable communities with smart infrastructure across the design, maintenance & development of critical water infrastructure for Water across AMP8. Your Role: Reporting into the HOC, as a Commercial Manager you will make an immediate impact in the successful delivery of a portfolio of infrastructure schemes across the Northeast. Dividing your time between the office site, and working from home, you will be responsible for managing CVRs, cost...

I'm recruiting for a tech start-up in Cheltenham who are growing their R&D and engineering team following a successful period. They're looking for a contract Mechanical Design Engineer to design, develop and test the products used in surveillance, security and telecoms. ROLE: Mechanical Design Engineer LOCATION: Cheltenham RATE: up to £55ph DURATION: 6 months IR35: Outside IR35 Skills required for the Mechanical Design Engineer are: * 2D/3D CAD in Solidworks * Strong protoyping skills (3d printing etc) * Ability to work in fast-paced environment * Analysis/simulation skills * Experience designing ruggedized products for extreme/harsh environments or safety-critical industries The work is 100% on-site in Cheltenham but the company can offer some flexibiltiy with hours to suit personal situation. If you're interested, please apply below or get in touch with me directly with any questions Cheers, Nathan

Overview We are seeking an experienced Chassis Project Engineer to support the development of a low-volume, niche high-performance sportscar programme. This role focuses on steering and braking systems integration within a specialist automotive environment. It is a hands-on engineering and delivery role rather than a pure CAD design position, ideal for someone who enjoys taking responsibility for subsystem development, validation, and production readiness. The programme utilises a number of carry-over components, so the emphasis will be on engineering integration, Design for Manufacture (DFM), validation, and ensuring systems perform as intended within a new vehicle application. Key Responsibilities Lead chassis engineering activities related to steering systems and braking systems, with some involvement in suspension interfaces. Manage and deliver integration of steering column and brake reservoir systems into the vehicle architecture. Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM)...

A company that specialise in electro-mechanical systems for electric vehicles is seeking to recruit an Embedded Software Engineer to work on a contract that is initially scheduled for 6 months (outside IR35) from their site in Surrey (4 days per week onsite, 1 day from home). The Role This position will involve embedded C related software Engineering for low level driver development. Key Responsibilities * Implement, test and review software source code in C * Implement, test and review auto-coded software * Software architecture and unit design in an AUTOSAR environment Experience Ideal candidates will have experience of embedded C related to software that interfaces with hardware. Any experience of Infineon Aurix microcontrollers would also be of benefit. Apply For more information on this vacancy please email your CV

Data Platform Consultant (SC Cleared) Corsham (Wiltshire) 6 Month Contract £450/day (Outside IR35) Data Platform Consultant needed with active SC Security Clearance and strong Power BI, Tableau + AWS Cloud experience. 6 Month Rolling Contract based in Corsham (Wiltshire). Start ASAP in March/April 2026. Hybrid Working - 3 days/week remote (WFH) + 2 days/week working from the office in Corsham (Wiltshire). A chance to work with a leading global IT + Digital transformation business specialising in large-scale Government projects: Project Objective: design, build + implementation of a cloud based Data Analytics platform to provide data workflow, data visualisation + dashboard solutions. Key Skills: Tableau, Power BI + Apache Superset dashboard + data visualisation tools. AWS Cloud Infrastructure environments including: AWS Glue, S3 Buckets, Athena + Serverless data pipelines. Python and R-style workflow development environments. SQL querying + data transformation...