9 engineering jobs found in Bedford

We have an exciting opportunity for a MIG/TIG Welder based in Bedford for one of our clients on a long term temporary basis. Summary of the MIG/TIG Welder role  Salary: £15 - £19 per hour Location: Bedford Type of Contract: Ongoing Temporary – Long term   Hours: 40 hours, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm – Overtime available Responsibilities of the MIG/TIG Welder  Carry out MIG/TIG welding on thin-gauge aluminium (around 2mm), ensuring precise, high-quality welds. Fabricate and assemble sheet metal components for various architectural and structural applications such as staircases, balustrades, and handrails. Read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication plans. Operate standard workshop equipment including cutting, bending, and finishing tools. Inspect and finish welded items to meet required quality and safety standards. Work closely with team members to achieve production targets. Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures Maintain a clean...

Interaction Engineering  Job Title: Sheet Metal Worker About the Company: Our client is a well-established and reputable organisation specialising in high-quality metal fabrication and installation. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Worker to join their team. Key Responsibilities: Fabricate, assemble and install sheet metal components to specification Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints and job orders Operate hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery (press brakes, shears, rollers, etc.) Measure, cut, bend and form metal with precision Conduct quality checks to ensure all work meets required standards Follow health and safety procedures at all times Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet project deadlines Requirements: Proven experience as a sheet metal worker or similar role Strong understanding of fabrication techniques and metals Ability to read and work from technical drawings Competent...

Are you a dedicated and experienced Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer who thrives on keeping things moving? We are partnering with a large global manufacturer to find a highly competent, motivated engineering professional to join their team. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to become the backbone of a high-performing production facility. If you have a passion for real-time troubleshooting, a knack for solving complex mechanical and electrical puzzles, and want to secure a role with a massive global brand, we want to hear from you today! This role utilises a balanced, predictable 4-week rotating shift pattern (12-hour shifts) Week 1 (Days): Work Mon/Tue, Off Wed/Thu, Work Fri/Sat/Sun Week 2 (Days): Off Mon/Tue, Work Wed/Thu, Off Fri/Sat/Sun Week 3 (Nights): Work Mon/Tue, Off Wed/Thu, Work Fri/Sat/Sun Week 4 (Nights): Off Mon/Tue, Work Wed/Thu, Off Fri/Sat/Sun What's In It For You? Clear opportunities for progression into permanent roles with a global giant. A...

Night Shift Train Cleaner Bedford Train Depot £14.80 per hour, plus enhanced overtime rates. 6-month contract with potential to go permanent Step into a hands-on role where your effort is valued, your work is seen, and your career can grow! The Role and About You: This is your opportunity to play a key role in keeping the railway moving by joining us as a Night Shift Train Cleaner at Bedford Depot. In this role, you will ensure trains are spotless, safe, and ready to welcome thousands of passengers each morning. Working nights from midnight until 7:00 am, Monday to Friday, you will be part of a dedicated team that transforms trains overnight. Weekend overtime shifts may also be available (20:00pm–04:00am or 22:00pm–06:00am). Every shift delivers visible results, with your work making a direct impact on passenger comfort and safety. This is a practical, hands-on role where you will carry out the meticulous hand-bashing process, using brushes, mops, and specialist cleaning...

MPI require a Mechanical Fitter to work on a long term contract basis, for our client based in Kempston 40 hours per week Mon - Fri 7:00am – 15:30pm, with half hour lunch break but this can vary when working on client sites Our client is an established manufacturer of water processing equipment, based in Bedford. They require a skilled mechanical fitter to assist with installations of equipment on client sites. The role will involve travelling to client sites and assisting an engineering team with the installation of a wide range of processing / treating equipment. Experience of working on Water Treatment works is always an advantage. ESSENTIAL CSCS Card – Green (as a minimum) Blue or Gold SSSTS or SMSTS EUSR (water Hygiene) Confined Space PASMA (Scaffold Towers) First Aid JOB PURPOSE To work safely at all times and to always consider the safety of others in anything they do. To deliver mechanical services on defined projects. To take instruction from a team leader. To...

Site Manager - Externals & Yard Slabs Major Construction Project | Externals / Groundworks Package Our client, a leading main contractor delivering major, logistics‑heavy construction projects, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full ownership of the externals and yard slabs package on a high‑profile scheme. This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role suited to a decisive Site Manager who is comfortable taking control of large‑scale groundworks packages in a live construction environment. The Role As Site Manager, you will act as the single point of responsibility for the external works package, taking over day‑to‑day control from the engineering function and driving safe, high‑quality delivery to programme. You will lead all aspects of the groundworks and concrete yard slabs works, coordinating subcontractors, plant, logistics, and temporary works while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Full management...

Lead Structural Engineer 12 month contract Based in Ampthill Offering between £55-£66ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with metallic and composite parts? Do you have experience in MSC Nastran? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answers are yes to these, then this could be the role for you! As the Lead Structural Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry! Due to the nature of what you will be working on, you will be required to obtain high level MOD security clearance. You will be involved in: Developing and validating high‑fidelity finite‑element models for metallic, composite, and hybrid structures Executing static, dynamic, vibrational, thermal, and fluid‑structure interaction analyses Performing...

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire Salary: £40-50 per hour Contract: 7 Months Role Overview – Manufacturing Engineer Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with strong CNC machining and CAM programming expertise? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering organisation as they continue to develop and refine their precision machining capability. As a CNC‑focused Manufacturing Engineer, you will take ownership of developing and optimising machining processes across complex components, working with advanced CNC equipment and industry‑leading CAM software. You’ll act as the technical specialist for CNC methods, tooling, fixturing, programming and machining standards, ensuring consistent quality, efficiency and right‑first‑time performance. This is an on‑site role based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, working within a state‑of‑the‑art advanced manufacturing environment with the benefit of a 4‑day working week (Mon–Thu). Key...

Plant Maintenance Engineer - Temp to Perm My client is a food waste processing company based in Rushden, and they require a Plant Maintenance Engineer, (Electrical or mechanical) on a temp to perm basis. The role is to maintain the plant using the most cost-effective work methodology resulting in the highest up time possible. The role is to work within company work procedures and protocols and to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances. The ideal person will have worked in a similar an environment (such as Water) and have extensive experience of pump repairs and maintenance routines. You will also have a variety of industry related qualifications and experience such as NEBOSH, confined spaces, working at heights, PLC controls etc. You will also need a full driving license and ideally a Telehandler license Hours of work are likely to be 40 hrs per week Monday to Friday. Start and finish times to be confirmed but could be rotating early and late shifts or on a shift pattern...