55 jobs found in Edinburgh

Senior Project Engineer – Teesside (Long term contract - can be outside of scope of IR35) Working for a leading consultancy, this is a Senior opportunity for a technically strong Project Engineer to support a major infrastructure project delivering an above-ground CO₂ gathering pipeline system and associated utilities across the Teesside industrial region. This is a critical, client-facing role acting as the main engineering interface between the engineering design office and the construction site. The Role Full-time on site in Teeside (5 days per week) with occasional travel to Manchester (typically once per month) 12–18 month contract, can be outside IR35 Key Responsibilities Serve as the focal point for all engineering activity on site Own the Site Technical Query procedure and register Maintain master engineering drawings and ensure site mark-ups are captured for as-building Manage and communicate design changes to AFC deliverables Identify programme risks early,...

I'm recruiting for a small business in Cheltenham who are looking for an Embedded Software Contractor on a 3 month contract (outside IR35). The work is based around Zephyr RTOS on Nordic chips. Previous experience (in-depth!) is needed for this. ** Work can be done remotely after an initial period of 3-4 days on-site. Also may require on-site visits to Cheltenham throughout depending on project progression. ** ROLE: Embedded Software Engineer LOCATION: Remote (Cheltenham) RATE: up to £60ph DURATION: 3 months Skills required for the Embedded SW Engineer: * C * Zephyr RTOS * Nordic chips * Linux If you're interested, please apply below or get in touch with any questions Cheers, Nathan

Senior / Principal C&I Engineer – Contract Location: West Wales This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering business during a period of continued growth as they support the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Renewable Energy, and Hydrogen sectors. TUV Certified status would be a bonus, though not essential. Role & Responsibilities * Undertaking work providing Process Engineering support to a range of CAPEX and OPEX projects. * Performing safety specification and certification of safety instrumented systems. * Carry out SIL Verification using simplified equations. * Undertake design and checking of deliverables according to discipline and area of expertise. * Checking the quality of design work to ensure compliance with agreed client design specifications. * Preparation and checking of deliverables including drawings, schedules, datasheets, specifications, (input to control philosophies and narratives if applicable). * Development of...

Senior Electrical Engineer – Contract – Remote Location: Remote / Hybrid Location: Hybrid This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering business during a period of continued growth as they support the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and Renewable Energy sectors. Our client can accommodate a hybrid working pattern with alternate weeks wfh / in the office in West Wales. The role will be outside IR35. Role & Responsibilities * Undertake design and checking of deliverables according to discipline and area of expertise. * Checking the quality of subcontractor design work to ensure compliance with agreed client design specifications. * Preparation and checking of deliverables including drawings, schedules, datasheets, specifications, (input to control philosophies and narratives if applicable). * Must understand wiring diagrams, control logic diagrams, system descriptions, system calculations, 1-line and 3-line AC drawings, AC & DC schematics, and...

Job title: Paint Sprayer (OUTSIDE IR35) Job location: Various UK locations Hourly pay rate: £25.25 per hour Shifts: Monday to Friday, Days 08:0 0-16:30 (other shifts occasionally required) Start date: ASAP Duration: Varies depending on contract Key Responsibilities: * Work will be smart repairing and corrosion work and rebranding on rolling stock, fleet vehicles and other large transport vehicles. * Your role will be primarily the removal of existing livery, prepping, masking and application of new paints (i.e water based 2k synthetic) * The role requires the completion of any necessary paperwork, and you must report any issues to your Team Leader. * To understand all Standard Operating Procedures and work to these without exception, unless advised by management. * Ensure the required daily workload is completed on time and to the customer and company standard. * To carry out reasonable tasks as requested by your Team Leader/Production Manager in line with Company objectives....

SC Cleared Solutions Architect / Outside IR35/ Remote / 12 Month Contract  We are on the search for a Senior Solutions Architect to play a pivotal delivery role for one of our clients. This is a hands-on leadership architecture role,  suitable for someone who thrives in fast-paced, multi‑supplier delivery environments. You will oversee the Solutions Architecture team, provide technical leadership, and ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across a wide variety of cloud and on‑premises projects. Role Requirements:  Active SC Clearance TOGAF certified Strong experience across both on‑premise and cloud (Azure) technologies. Solid knowledge of M365 (Teams, SharePoint, Exchange Online). Experience with Exchange on‑prem is highly desirable. Good awareness of networking fundamentals (nice to have).Background: A broad generalist architect with real hands-on grounding, not a niche specialist. Originally started in systems engineering or another hands-on technical discipline before...

Functional Safety Engineer (TUV Certified) – Contract – Hybrid Location: Hybrid This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering business during a period of continued growth as they support the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and Renewable Energy sectors. The role can be performed on a hybrid basis with weekly visits to site in West Wales. Previous site experience is and TUV Certification are essential. This role is deemed outside IR35. Role & Responsibilities * Undertaking work providing engineering support to a range of CAPEX and OPEX projects. * Performing safety specification and certification of safety instrumented systems. * Develop SRS – Safety Requirements Specification. * Develop SIS Safety Lifecycle Plan \ Functional Safety Management Plan. * Carry out SIL Verification using simplified equations. * Undertake design and checking of deliverables according to discipline and area of expertise. * Checking the quality of design work to ensure...

Astute's Power Team are partnering with a Leading EPCM Contractor within the Energy Sector. We are currently recruiting for a Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer to join their Waste to Energy project based near Glasgow. The Lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer position comes with a day rate from £550.00 to £650.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead and coordinate all electrical commissioning activities across the project, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution. Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules in alignment with the overall project commissioning strategy. Supervise and oversee electrical pre-commissioning and commissioning works, including LV/MV/HV systems, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and control systems. Manage and coordinate interfaces between electrical systems and other process areas, including boiler, steam turbine, flue gas treatment (FGT), crane systems, and DNO...

Programme Manager (Telecoms) 3 Month Contract Glasgow (Hybrid) £(Apply online only)/day (Outside IR35) Programme Manager needed with Telecoms industry experience for a 3 Month Rolling Contract in Glasgow (Hybrid). Start ASAP in Feb/March 2026. Hybrid Working - initially 4 days/week working from the office based in Glasgow and 1 day/week working remotely from home (WFH). A chance to work with a leading IT transformation business working a large-scale delivery programmes for a Telecoms end-client. Paying up to £(Apply online only)/day (Outside IR35). Key skills, experience + duties to include: Programme Manager to lead a key customer delivery programme for a Telecoms business in Glasgow. Proven track record of managing large-scale, customer-facing enterprise programmes for Telecoms businesses. Driving programme delivery, managing key senior stakeholders, commercial performance + ensuring customer goals are delivered. Inheriting an active programme of work and...

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for a Lead C&I Commissioning Engineer to join the EPCm Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based in Glasgow, Scotland. The Lead C&I Commissioning Engineer comes with a day rate from £550.00 to £650.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Lead all Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility. Review and validate loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation. Manage and coordinate commissioning of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems across key plant areas including boiler island, turbine generator, flue gas treatment (FGT), and balance of plant. Develop and execute detailed commissioning procedures, method statements, and test documentation aligned with OEM and...

Rail Project Manager – Multi-Discipline (Telecoms / Civils / Electrical) Location: Glasgow 6-month rolling contract | Outside IR35 Leading Rail Principal Contractor A leading UK rail principal contractor is seeking an experienced Rail Project Manager to deliver multi-discipline rail projects across Telecoms, Civils and Electrical works in Scotland. This is a delivery-led, site-focused role, responsible for managing programme, cost, safety and quality while coordinating multiple disciplines and subcontractors. Key experience required: * Proven Rail Project Management experience for a principal contractor * Strong background in Rail Telecoms (FTN, SISS, GSM-R, fibre, copper, CCTV) * Experience delivering Multi desipline projects including electrical and civils works within a rail environment * Solid knowledge of Network Rail standards, safety and CDM requirements * Confident managing programme, cost, risk and client interfaces To discuss this assignment in more...

Contract opportunity Expected 5/6 month contract (potential to extend subject to business needs) £35 per hour Outside IR35 4on, 4off (days & nights) Experience of working in a fast-paced, automated, distribution environment or similar? I am looking to speak with experienced, electrically biased, maintenance engineers for a new contract position with a company based in the Glasgow region. Working on a 4 on, 4 off rotation, you will be required to work alongside the existing team of maintenance engineers on both reactive and preventative tasks in supporting the facilities distribution activities. The client, a large manufacturing business, needs additional support during an upward trend of work. You will be working in partnership with the existing permanent engineering team to maintain a variety of distribution equipment including conveyors, cranes and wrappers. Due to site regulations, you MUST hold an HNC/HND level qualification as well as a Level 3 SVQ/NVQ (minimum) OR you...

HGV Technician / HGV Engineer / HGV Fitter / HGV Mechanic / HGV Contractor Location: Scotland Rate: £32.00 - £33.00 per hour Shift: Monday - Friday / Night Shifts 6pm - 6am Immediate Start Available - Ongoing Work Our client is a specialist, reliable and reputable Commercial Vehicle Company based in Scotland. They are seeking a passionate and dedicated HGV Technician to complete an on-going contract / LTD position. This contract position is also open to limited company contractors working outside IR35. As a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter you must hold the following: * NVQ / City and Guilds – Level 3 * Minimum of 5 years working on commercial vehicles * Experience working in a fast paced and demanding customer environment * The ability to organise work on own initiative and work under pressure * Class 1 licence – Preferable not essential Benefits & Package * Great Hourly Rates * Weekly Pay - Every Friday * Limited Companies Welcome *...

Electrical Commissioning Engineer -  Water & Wastewater Treatment Location: Hodsock STW Rate: up to £500 p/d (Outside IR35/LTD Company) Duration: 12 Months+ Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you a Commissioning Engineer looking to elevate your career in the Water/Wastewater sector? Speak to us about our roles across the Severn Trent Water region. Your Responsibilities: ·Conduct comprehensive commissioning activities on clean and Wastewater sites. ·Manage instrumentation and panel operations with precision and efficiency. ·Interpret complex technical documentation and execute various low voltage electrical tasks. ·Demonstrate proficiency in fault-finding, diagnostics, and modifications, ensuring optimal performance. ·Collaborate with Systems Integrators for seamless commissioning and system modifications. ·Provide training sessions and support to internal teams and clients as needed. ·Uphold strict health, safety, and quality standards, fostering a culture of excellence....

Electrical Commissioning Engineer -  Water & Wastewater Treatment Location: Lutterworth STW Rate: up to £500 p/d (Outside IR35/LTD Company) Duration: 12 Months+ Sector: Water/Wastewater Are you a Commissioning Engineer looking to elevate your career in the Water/Wastewater sector? Speak to us about our roles across the Severn Trent Water region. Your Responsibilities: ·Conduct comprehensive commissioning activities on clean and Wastewater sites. ·Manage instrumentation and panel operations with precision and efficiency. ·Interpret complex technical documentation and execute various low voltage electrical tasks. ·Demonstrate proficiency in fault-finding, diagnostics, and modifications, ensuring optimal performance. ·Collaborate with Systems Integrators for seamless commissioning and system modifications. ·Provide training sessions and support to internal teams and clients as needed. ·Uphold strict health, safety, and quality standards, fostering a culture of...

Senior / Principal Chemical Process Engineers Location: Aberdeen (City Centre) – Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite) Employment Type: Contract Sector: Oil & Gas / Refining / EPC Our client is a leading Aberdeen‑based EPC organisation holding long‑term contracts with major owner/operators across upstream oil & gas, downstream refining, and chemical processing. With a strong portfolio spanning FEED, detailed design, operations, and maintenance, they are expanding their process engineering capability within their Aberdeen design office. We are seeking Senior and Principal Chemical Process Engineers to support a variety of ongoing and upcoming engineering assignments. Role Overview You will work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, delivering high‑quality process engineering support across brownfield modifications, optimisation studies, and operational support. Typical responsibilities include: Key Responsibilities • Performing detailed process calculations and...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor – Structures – Newcastle upon Tyne*** Immediate start available if you are looking for your next long term freelance contract and if you have structural and/or earthworks experience. * Immediate Start Available * Commercially overseeing multiple live projects ranging from £10k to £10m * Specialist subcontract civil engineering works both self delivery and subcontracted * Various forms of contract – NEC, JCT, Bespoke * Working across a wide range of industries – industrial, power, built environment * 3 to 4 days in office (Newcastle), 1 to 2 days at home * 6 – 12 Month initial Contract * Outside IR35 * £500 per day – negotiable dependent upon relevant experience For further information on this role and the company, please contact MBS Recruitment Solutions ASAP

Site Manager Location: Oban, Lochgilphead, and Dunoon - (two days only) Shift: Monday to Friday – Occasional weekend work Rate: £400, £440 (weekend rate) Contract: LTD (Outside IR35) or CIS Length of Contract: 10 weeks Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM To meet the landfill, ban existing compost plants in Argyll & Bute are being converted into transfer stations. This entails the complete removal of the mechanical plant contained within the sheds, modifications to the electrical system and the installation of new concrete bunker walls to create waste bays. 2 Location, split across the 10 weeks: Lochgilphead, Oban – next week handover few days in Dunoon  Key Responsibilities: Supervising contractors on-site to ensure adherence to safety rules and site protocols. Reviewing and accepting Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS). Coordinating daily activities within CDM zones, including managing interfaces with adjacent operations and ensuring safe,...

Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of an industry leading client for an experienced HGV Technician. This is an excellent chance for a Technician to join a company that offers a degree of flexibility in hours and an on-going contract opportunity. THE ROLE: You will be an apprentice trained, fully qualified Technician that has experience working with a variety of HGV's ROLE * Carrying out service maintenance and repairs on a mixed fleet of vehicles * Diagnosing Faults * Vehicle Inspections Skills & Experience * Level vehicle maintenance & repair or an equivalent qualification * Ability to work autonomously * Ability to work within given time frames * Ability to tackle all aspects of vehicle repair and servicing. * Diagnostics skills * HGV Class 1 or 2 is desirable but not essential THE HOURS Working the following shift. (Hours are negotiable) Mon to Fri 7.00am to 5.00pm can offer a lunch time finish on Friday if required THE RATE OF...

Site HSE Advisor (Oil & Gas) Teesside - 7-month Contract Negotiable Day Rate, Outside IR35 - Full Time Contract Start Date: ASAP Are you a HSE Advisor from the oil & gas sector looking for a new contract role Outside IR35 with a global EPC market leader, working on major energy transition projects within the Oil & Gas and renewable energy sectors? This Site HSE Advisor role will be working with a world-leading engineering and construction company delivering large-scale offshore and onshore EPCI projects. The position will provide support to ensure the correct development, management and improvement of the safety management system throughout the engineering and development phases of their projects in Teesside. This role is ideal for an experienced HSE Advisor with experience in the oil & gas sector and working on onshore projects who is looking to get involved with market leading projects at a global company. The Role: * Driving HSE awareness through...