34 jobs found in Stockport

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: Up to £400 per day (Outside IR35, dependent on experience) Location: Manchester (M32 0RS) - Hybrid working (minimum 3 days per week in the office) Contract Type: Contract About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support a range of ongoing projects within the UK regulated water industry. The role will focus on UMON projects at Sewage Treatment Works, working closely with a collaborative and experienced engineering design team to deliver high-quality solutions. About the Client Our client is a well-established engineering design consultancy operating across the UK rail and utilities sectors, with a growing portfolio within the water industry. They are known for their friendly, focused culture and strong commitment to employee wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Deliver detailed mechanical design solutions for projects within the UK water sector. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary...

Are you an E&P Level A Engineer? Have you had railway experience across LV, DC, MV, and HV electrical systems? Location: North East England Rate: Dependent on experience, outside IR35 Contract Length: 6 months initial, long term work An railway subcontractor are currently seeking an experienced Testing & Commissioning Engineer to join the team supporting major E&P works taking place in the North East of England. Due to the nature of the work, only candidates with a Level A competency can be considered for this opportunity. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting testing and commissioning activities across LV, DC, MV, and HV electrical systems, ensuring systems are fully compliant with project specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations. Key Responsibilities: Carry out testing and commissioning activities across LV, DC, MV, and HV electrical systems. Ensure systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in line with design...

Boomi Integration Engineer Remote Contract Outside IR35 Role Summary We’re looking for a hands-on integration engineer to design, build, test, and support enterprise integrations using Boomi. You’ll work with business stakeholders and engineers to connect SaaS apps, on-prem systems, and data sources using APIs, event/file patterns, and integration best practices. Key Responsibilities * Build and maintain Boomi processes (API, event, batch, and file-based integrations). * Design integrations end-to-end: requirements → mapping → error handling → deployment → monitoring. * Develop and publish APIs (REST/SOAP) with appropriate security (OAuth2, basic auth, certificates, IP restrictions). * Implement data transformations (JSON/XML/CSV), mapping, validation, enrichment, and canonical models. * Set up and manage Boomi runtime/Atoms (Atom, Molecule, Atom Cloud) and environments. * Configure connectors (CRM/ERP/databases/SFTP/HTTP) and manage credentials securely. * Establish...

Project Architect / Architectural Technologist - Contract Manchester | Nuclear/Industrial Sector | Rate TBC | ASAP Start Why This Role? Nuclear energy sector: Work on a nuclear power plant facility-genuinely complex industrial architecture with real technical challenge (nuclear experience useful but not essential if you have large-scale industrial project background) 300-strong multi-disciplinary hub: Join the Northwest Hub in Manchester City Centre working alongside architects, engineers, and process engineers in a top 6 AJ100 practice Take ownership: Lead key aspects of a major industrial project, not just deliver drawings Long contract: Through to December 2026, giving you genuine project continuity Rate negotiable: Pay rate TBC depending on your experience and availability-scope to negotiate The Project You'll be working on the architectural design of industrial facilities for a nuclear power plant, operating within a multi-disciplinary team from inception to completion...

Job Title: Asset Engineer - Geotechnical Assets Contract: 6 months (with potential extension) Location: North West England - Manchester, Liverpool, Warrington, or nearby Rate: £427/day (umbrella) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Asset Engineer to manage geotechnical (earthwork) assets across the North West Route. The role includes planning and completing Earthwork Examinations to NR-L3-CIV-065 standards, supporting remedial works, and implementing risk mitigation. This is a safety-critical role from day one (PTS/IWA/COSS). Key Responsibilities Plan and undertake Earthwork Examinations, including desk-based site studies. Liaise with access teams and complete Safe Work Packs. Conduct on-site examinations and respond to feedback. Maintain accurate records and geotechnical asset data. Ensure compliance with company policies and safe systems of work. Essential Requirements COSS/IWA competency to work on the operational railway. Level 3 assessed in Soil Slope...

Locum Educational Psychologist – £1200 per Assessment | F2F | Outside IR35 We’re working with a supportive EPS based in the Greater Manchester area that is seeking Locum Educational Psychologists to assist with statutory assessments on a flexible basis. Key Details: Rate: up to £1250 per assessment   Location: Greater Manchester Area Start Date: ASAP – flexible start dates available Contract Type: Locum, Outside IR3 Workload: Statutory assessments (EHCPs) – clear and manageable caseload Admin Support: Full support available for scheduling and report formatting What We’re Looking For: HCPC registered Educational Psychologist   Experience completing statutory psychological assessments   Able to work independently and manage your own caseload   Open to observing CYP's in F2F settings  Why Join? Excellent pay and prompt, reliable payments   Freedom to work in a way that suits you   Friendly and well-organised service   Long-term opportunities available if desiredWhether...

Contract Senior Civil Engineer 📍 Manchester (Hybrid Working) 💼 Contract | Outside IR35 (likely) 💰 Competitive day rate A well-established UK engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Contract Senior Civil Engineer to support the delivery of residential infrastructure projects. This is a hands-on design role with a strong pipeline of work and flexible hybrid working. The Role: You’ll be responsible for the detailed design and delivery of residential infrastructure schemes, working closely with internal teams, local authorities, and statutory undertakers. Key responsibilities include: Detailed highways and drainage design for residential developments Preparation and submission of Section 38, Section 278 and Section 104 technical approval packages Supporting projects from detailed design through to technical approval Liaison with local authorities, water companies and external stakeholders Providing technical input and oversight where required About You: Proven...

Light Vehicle Technicians & MOT Testers Rates: £22 - £25 p/h  depending on experience Contract: Freelance / Outside IR35 Shifts: Flexible patterns available Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician or MOT Tester? Step into contract work with Venatu Automotive. We collaborate with some of the UK’s most reputable names the Automotive Industry. As a Vehicle Technician contractor with us, you’ll enjoy consistent assignments, excellent rates, and a dedicated team that’s got your back — all while maintaining your professional independence. What You Can Expect as a Vehicle Technician: Attractive hourly pay  Weekly payments  Long-term contracting opportunities ️ Access to training and development  Personalised support from experienced consultants What You’ll Be Doing as a Vehicle Technician: Carrying out MOT Tests  Identifying and diagnosing mechanical and system faults. Inspection, maintenance, and repair of vehicles to ensure roadworthiness and reliability to DVSA standards....

Our client is currently looking for a Senior Electrical Designer on a contracting basis, the position is working from the clients Manchester offices with the opportunity to work Hybrid with a pattern of 2/3 days in the office and the rest from home. The client is also offering a Outside of IR35 contract that will offer negotiable hourly rates. The client is also open to offering remote working for the right candidate. The right candidate will be responsible for the production of drawing office deliverables including but not limited to SLDs, IO & Cable Schedules, P*IDs, Material Take Off, BCDs, Schematics, Equipment and Cable routing layouts. You will also be responsible for checking drawings in accordance with the clients procedures and liaising with other disciplines as required. The client is looking for candidates that have a good knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline across the water industry, the client is looking for...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Manchester (Hybrid working) Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £355 to £445 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction design specialist is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support the delivery of projects across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Various UMON projects in Sewage Treatment Works Pumped storm storage for CSOs and Sewage Treatment Works Key Responsibilities Provide design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements. Produce design calculations and drawings for the water industry Direct and develop CAD technicians and more junior designers and graduates. Design in compliance with relevant technical, professional and group standards. Required Qualifications & Experience 10 years' mechanical design experience in the UK water industry...

Engineering Manager - Water Industry Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £400 to £535 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction design specialist is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to support the delivery of projects across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide Key Responsibilities Identify and implement appropriate, safe, efficient and value-engineered design solutions and communicate these to client and project teams Act as Professional Head for design function Guide design in compliance with relevant technical, professional and water...

Design Manager - Water Industry Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £355 to £445 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to support the delivery of civil design solutions across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide Key Responsibilities Manage, direct and develop engineers, CAD technicians and graduates. Grow the design team and maintain a positive ethos and attitude within the team. Lead the design process on multidisciplinary water industry projects. Challenge, improve and shape...

Design Manager - Water Industry Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £355 to £445 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction design specialist is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support the delivery of projects across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide Key Responsibilities Manage, direct and develop engineers, CAD technicians and graduates. Grow the design team and maintain a positive ethos and attitude within the team. Lead the design process on multidisciplinary water industry projects. Challenge, improve and shape formal processes and...

We are currently looking to recruit a time served pipe fitter for a very long-term role (permanent for right person) in they Stalybridge area. Experienced working on petrochemical sites/pharmaceutical/oil and gas sites is essential. This is not a commercial works. The candidate must be able to measure (point to point) to enable fabrication and understand pipework isometric drawings to enable fabricating/installing new pipework. He/she must be willing to liaise with the client and client operations (to enable permit signing and requests) as there may be periods, they will be on site alone. They must also be able to works as a team, as at other periods they will be working in small teams. They must have a full clean driving licence. This work is outside of IR35 so we can payroll limited Please send your CV to be considered for this work

Project Controls Manager – Nuclear EPC (Contract) Location: Warrington or Cumbria (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 remote) Contract Length: 6 months Rate: Negotiable (DOE) – Outside IR35 Security Clearance: SC clearance required to start Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Controls Manager to join a major nuclear EPC programme, providing leadership across cost, planning and performance management on a complex, safety-critical project. You’ll take ownership of project controls delivery, leading a multi-disciplinary team while working closely with stakeholders, consultants and contractors to ensure schedule, cost and risk are tightly managed throughout the project lifecycle. Previous experience within nuclear or highly regulated environments will be a strong advantage. Key Responsibilities Provide management oversight of the project controls function across cost and planning. Develop, maintain and improve project controls systems, procedures and...

Regulatory Engineer Huddersfield 12 Month Contract Outside IR35    Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Regulatory Engineer ready to be the regulatory authority behind market-leading products? Are you able to Interpret and apply relevant EU & UK Directives (e.g. Machinery Directive, Marine Equipment Directive, RoHS, Low Voltage Directive, EMC Directive, RED etc) and harmonised standards?   We are seeking a Regulatory Engineer  to own the entire product compliance lifecycle, ensuring our innovative products meet all necessary global standards, with a special focus on the EU and UK markets.   The Role: Compliance Ownership You will be the key driver for certification across the entire product journey, from initial design review through to market release.   Key Responsibilities Include: CE Marking & UKCA Leadership: Lead the conformity assessment, technical documentation, and Declaration of Conformity preparation for new and existing products. Regulatory...

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...

EC&I Project Engineering Consultant Position Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Location: Lancashire, England Categories: Engineering PM Group requires electrical, controls and instrumentation project engineering support on a chemical manufacturing site in Lancashire. Responsibilities * Leading and developing electrical, controls and instrumentation elements of the project design. * Providing electrical, controls and instrumentation expertise and electrical technical guidance to the project team. * Designing and overseeing the installation and testing of instrumentation and controls systems through to handover. * Developing practical, cost effective engineering designs and taking full account of the many competing factors (technical, operational and economic). * Focusing on C&I loop design, instrumentation panel design, instrumentation specification, control system interfaces, single cable calculations, PLC/DCS interface design, SIS design, instrumentation hazardous...

Electronics Design Engineer - High-Speed Digital Contract: 6 months, Outside IR35, Leeds, 1-2 days on-site Start: ASAP Rate: £55-£65 per hour (DOE) Project Scope The engineer will support the design and development of high-speed digital electronic hardware. The role spans full lifecycle development, from requirements capture through schematic design, layout, verification, and support into manufacture and compliance testing. The system includes high-speed interfaces, clocking networks, and signal integrity-critical PCB designs, alongside power, control, and sensing electronics. The project places strict emphasis on traceability, reliability, and compliance to international safety and EMC standards. Technical Scope High-speed digital design for safety-critical systems (e.g., DDR memory interfaces, PCIe/USB/SerDes links, FPGA-based systems) Schematic capture and multi-layer PCB design for high-speed digital and mixed-signal circuits, including controlled impedance routing and...

Maintenance Engineer Mechanical or Electrical Bias (Apprentice trained) Temp 3 month (potential to extend) Outside IR35 £35ph Double day shift Sheffield Working within the maintenance team, you will fault find and maintain systems including PLC'S, CNC'S, Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatics, Hydraulics and Proficient use of CMMS software. Previous experience in Manufacturing, Steelworks, Automotive is beneficial. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)