23 development engineer jobs found in Peterborough

Base Engine Development Engineer Peterborough – fully on site PE1 Initially 12 months – very long term extensions are highly likely £31.50ph PAYE + holiday + pension or £42.75 umbrella rate We’re excited to be recruiting for this opportunity with a global engineering manufacturer. The team is responsible for supporting both new product introduction (NPI) and existing engine platforms, working across a range of component revisions and development activities as designs progress from concept into validation and production. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on supporting engine development, validation, and lifecycle improvement within a close-knit, collaborative team environment. Key Responsibilities * Support engine development activities across core base engine systems and components * Work on both NPI programmes and existing product improvement projects * Support design phase activities through into development and validation * Assist with testing and...

Job Title: Development Engineer (Base Engines) Location: Peterborough (Fully Onsite) Salary Equivalent: £49,519 per annum Contract Length: 12 Months Working Hours: Monday to Thursday (08:30 - 16:45) & Friday (08:30 - 16:15) About the Role Join a global leader in manufacturing and engineering as a Development Engineer within the Component Engineering Base Engine Team. This position comes at a time of significant investment in clean-sheet engine designs to meet an ever-changing global energy landscape. In this role, you will act as a key technical contributor, focused on developing and validating design solutions for New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, new technologies, and updates to existing engine platforms. Working in a collaborative, supportive 9-member team, you will interface directly with global manufacturing sites, suppliers, and customers. Key Responsibilities Validation & Testing: Lead, plan, and execute core engine system validation activities,...

Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for internal combustion engines and a track record of driving complex mechanical component development? A large global manufacturer based in Peterborough is undergoing a period of significant investment to meet the challenges of an ever-changing energy landscape. This is your chance to join a future-focused, world-class team and make a tangible impact on the next generation of industrial power systems! If you want to put your technical expertise to the test in a collaborative, global environment, we want to hear from you. Location: Peterborough (Office-based, 5 days per week) Contract Duration: 12-month contract Pay Rate: £25.39 - £32.30 per hour Hours: Monday to Thursday (8:30 AM - 4:45 PM), Friday (8:30 AM - 4:15 PM) Travel: Minimal (less than 5% if required) Your daily responsibilities will include: Executing Core Engine System validation activities and executing planned validation tests. Conducting Failure Mode and...

Mechanical Engineer - Test Facilities Engineering Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire (Fully Onsite, 5 days a week) Position Type: 6-Month Contract Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a background in engine, powertrain, or electric vehicle (EV) test cells? Ready to contribute to a world-class Research & Development facility shaping the future of global construction and mining power systems? We are currently seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our dedicated Test Facilities Engineering team at our Europe Research & Development Centre in Peterborough. In this high-impact position, you will report directly to the Engineering Manager, solving complex mechanical issues and implementing advanced development facility upgrades to prepare for next-generation drivetrain and powertrain systems. What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities): Technology Deployment: Evaluate, select, and deploy cutting-edge powertrain test cell technologies across the...

Imagine walking into a role where you aren't just tweaking old models or managing legacy paperwork, but actually driving clean-sheet, first-principles design work. If you are a passionate engineer who thrives on taking a concept from a literal blank page, turning it into complex CAD geometry, and watching it come to life in the real world, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. We are partnering with a prestigious, large global manufacturer to find a talented Design Engineer who wants to leave a lasting mark on next-generation green energy and powertrain solutions. The Role Overview Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Peterborough (5 days per week onsite) Pay Rate: £33.50 - £35.50 per hour (PAYE) Contract Duration: 24 Months (with strong potential to extend) Working Hours: Mon-Thurs 08:30-16:45, Fri 08:30-16:15 What Makes This Role Brilliant? You will be joining a highly collaborative team of 12-15 engineers; spanning both local and global sites...

Mechanical Engineer Location: Peterborough Contract: 6 Months (Potential Extension) Rate: Up to £38.49 per hour / £307.92 per day (Umbrella) Working Pattern: Full-Time, Onsite We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a leading engineering and product development environment, supporting engine and powertrain testing programmes within a state-of-the-art test facility. This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to work on bespoke test rigs, facility upgrades, fault finding, and new product development projects across a wide range of testing applications. Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical systems, test rigs, and facility equipment Support engine and powertrain testing programmes Deliver small to medium-sized engineering projects Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and implement solutions Produce technical reports and engineering documentation Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teamsEssential Skills Strong fault-finding...

Service & Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical Bias) Cambridge £40,000 - £45,000 per annum We are currently recruiting for an experienced Service & Maintenance Engineer with a mechanical bias to join a growing and well-established business operating throughout Cambridge and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer looking for a permanent position with a company that offers a strong pipeline of work, career development opportunities and long-term stability. Service & Maintenance Engineer Duties & Responsibilities • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on mechanical systems and equipment • Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults • Attending reactive maintenance call-outs • Servicing pumps, motors, valves and associated plant equipment • Fault finding and troubleshooting across a range of mechanical systems • Ensuring all maintenance records and reports are completed accurately • Liaising with clients...

This amazing long term contract Mechanical Design Engineer contract with a leading Formula One organisation in Northamptonshire, is to support a range of high-performance, advanced technology programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to world-class engineering projects in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. The Role As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will support the design and development of mechanical components and systems, contributing across the full product lifecycle — from concept through to validation and release. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, right-first-time engineering solutions across a variety of technically demanding projects. Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies across motorsport and advanced automotive programmes Support engineering activities from clean sheet concept through to end-of-life Produce detailed designs for complex, highly loaded components Apply...

We are looking to strengthen our Construction team with an Commissioning Engineer, Site based at Wanlip, Severn Trent Region- on a permanent or freelance basis You will report directly to the Commissioning Manager and will be managing all commissioning activities ensuring work is undertaken safely in accordance with Company Procedures, specifications, and good working practices. Key responsibilities will include: Carry out Commissioning Engineers R&R's and deliver schemes in a safe compliant manner. Review and monitoring of MEICA related Project risks. Attend commissioning systems inductions and tool box talks. Liaise with Design team to ensure plant commissioning requirements are incorporated at design stage and included in appropriate scope of works. Review of design deliverables, including FDS, equipment and instrument lists, P&IDs, control philosophy and telemetry requirements Review and development of Compliance & Commissioning Plans in conjunction with design...

We are seeking a skilled Planning and Project Controls Engineer with strong experience in electrical infrastructure to join a leading Energy & Power Contractor. You will play a key role in supporting the planning, scheduling, and control of major transmission, distribution, and power‑sector projects across the UK. As a Planning and Project Controls Engineer, you will support project teams in developing, maintaining, and monitoring schedules, cost controls, and risk processes for complex electrical and power‑engineering schemes. You will work closely with Senior Planners, Project Managers, engineering leads and commercial teams to ensure accurate reporting, effective forecasting, and informed decision‑making that drives successful project delivery across substations, overhead lines, cable routes, and wider energy‑transition programmes. Key Responsibilities Support planning and scheduling for major electrical infrastructure projects, including substations, HV/LV systems, OHL,...

Manufacturing Project Engineer Desford (Site based) Initial 6 month contract (likely to be extended) 37.5 Hours a week Mon-Fri Are you a hands on Manufacturing Engineer with strong project delivery capability to support and lead a portfolio of containerisation improvement initiatives? Are you comfortable working on the shopfloor and engaging directly with operations? Do you take ownership of problems and drive projects through to resolution? If so, this could be a great opportunity for you… Manufacturing Project Engineer Responsibilities * Project delivery - Lead and deliver containerisation-related projects from current status through to implementation * Hands-On Manufacturing Engineering - Actively support and implement process improvements on the shopfloor, support installation, commissioning, and optimisation of new equipment and tooling, and review current processes and identify opportunities * Process Development & Stability - Establish robust, repeatable...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Systems Engineer / Architect subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can either be from the companies Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton office.  This role will be a hybrid position – 3 days per week onsite and 2 days remote.      Hourly Rate: £60 - £85 (Umbrella).      Contract Duration: 6 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Missile Electronic Architect Job Description:   Electrical Architects/Engineers are involved in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: Specifying/determining system electrical requirements interface definitions...

Our client, a leading player in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their Embedded Software team on an initial 6-month contract. Based onsite in Stevenage, this role provides a unique opportunity to develop both technical and leadership skills across a variety of cutting-edge missile and defence solutions. Key Responsibilities: Developing embedded, real-time software components Continuing the development and integration of missile subsystem software products Targeting software development in C, C++, and/or Ada languages Integrating software with other software components, firmware, and hardware Solving technical problems that sometimes extend beyond the typical software boundaries Ensuring the software complies with relevant standards and practices Job Requirements: Experience in the development of embedded software using C, C++ (Ada experience beneficial) Understanding of Real-Time Operating Systems Excellent...

Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Software Test Engineer for a contract position in Stevenage. This role is integral in designing and developing test equipment software for cutting-edge missile systems and sub-components. Our client's dynamic and innovative team across Europe drives advancements in defence technology. Key Responsibilities: Designing and developing test equipment software for complex missile systems and sub-components Collaborating with various teams and stakeholders across the organisation to deliver test software capabilities from early concepts to production Experimenting with new technologies and implementations to meet evolving customer requirements Implementing changes to improve software development practices both within the test software domain and the broader software community Embracing agile methodologies to deliver value and achieve a real sense of accomplishment Engaging with test equipment and electronic...

Software Engineer required for long term contract based on site in Stevenage (Bolton could also be considered) Skillset/experience required: Experience in the development of embedded software with C, C++ (Ada experience could also be beneficial, but not essential). It would be desirable for you to have knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems. Can do' and flexible approach - you'll enjoy solving technical problems that sometimes extend beyond the bounds of "software" Excellent analytical and design ability, including review and critical analysis The ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders. An awareness of developing and deploying software on real-time Operating Systems, Risc-V and ARM-based processing platforms. Knowledge of modern software development practices. It would be advantageous to have a knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55 & DO178B/C and restricted coding standards such as MISRA / SPARK. Responsibilities: You will be developing...

Software Engineer required for long term contract assignment based in Stevenage You will be responsible for designing and developing Test equipment software to test the world leading and Complex missile systems and sub-components. Skillset/experience required: Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions Strong ability to write software in C / C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction. Previous experience working in an agile development team. A strong understanding of what is required to create high quality software and the ability to support quality practices A good understanding of automation, continuous integration and DevOps principles and practices Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysersResponsibilities: Designing and developing Test Equipment software to test world leading complex missile systems and sub-components; Working with a...

We're working with a leading engineering and technology organisation within the defence sector, currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing advanced test software for complex systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that combines software engineering, automation, electronics and innovation. The Role You'll be responsible for designing and developing software used within advanced test equipment systems, supporting products from early concept through to production. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll help deliver high-quality software solutions while contributing to continuous improvement, automation and modern development practices. Key Responsibilities Design and develop software for advanced test and measurement systems Develop robust applications primarily using C/C++ Work collaboratively across software, systems and electronics teams Support Agile...

Adecco are pleased to be re recruiting for a Server and Cloud Engineer to work within the Lincolnshire Police Force Location: Nettleham, Lincoln Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £20.93 per hour End Date: June 2027 Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday Between the hours of 08:00am and 16:30pm, Hybrid Driving Required: Yes Are you a tech-savvy professional eager to make a difference in the public sector? Join our dynamic IT team as a Server and Cloud Engineer! You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the Lincolnshire Police Force maintains high availability and security standards in its IT systems. What You'll Do: Design, implement, and manage server and storage technologies. Collaborate with a team of specialists in a 3rd line capacity, ensuring security standards are met. Monitor system performance and maintain service availability using tools like SolarWinds. Provide 3rd line support for IT incidents, communicating effectively with staff at all levels. Participate in...

ASSEMBLY OPERATIVE AT PERKINS ENGINES (Randstad) Randstad are recruiting for a chance to join Perkins Engines (part of the Caterpillar group), a world-class manufacturing leader experiencing rapid growth! We are looking for driven Assembly Operatives to be part of our professional and expanding team at the state-of-the-art campus in Peterborough. WHAT YOU'LL GET: Pay: Start at £12.71 per hour, with exciting opportunities to boost your earnings through an in-house skills development program Boost Your Income: Excellent overtime rates: x1.3 in the week, x1.5 on Saturday, and x2.0 on Sunday! Career Growth: Secure, ongoing assignments, clear Temp-to-Perm opportunities reviewed quarterly, and access to internal vacancies Unrivalled Benefits: Annual performance bonus. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Free on-site car parking and an on-site canteen/café. Free PPE and full, excellent Health and Safety training. Access to a comprehensive benefits app with savings, discounts, and EAP...

Launch Your 2026 Career with Perkins / Caterpillar - Powered by Randstad We are pleased to announce we have forklift roles available to start! Be part of something big at one of the UK's top manufacturing sites. Perkins Engines and Randstad offer you the chance to grow, up-skill, and thrive in a safe and supportive workplace. Pay, Incentives & Shift Patterns - £12.71/hour + excellent shift premiums - Overtime: Sat x1.5 | Sun x2 - 25 days holiday + bank holidays - Bonus scheme + PPE provided - Canteen, café & vending facilities - Permanent roles reviewed quarterly Shift Patterns example: Days & Afternoons (Fortnightly Rotation): Days: Mon-Thu 6am-2:45pm, Fri 6am-12pm Afternoons: Mon-Wed 2:45pm-1:30am, Thu 2:45pm-11:30pm Excellent shift premium included 3-Shift Rotation (Weekly Rotation): Mornings: 6am-2pm | Afternoons: 2pm-10pm | Nights: 10pm-6am Excellent shift premium included Primary Activities & Expectations: - Operate B1 Counterbalance trucks -...