29 engineering jobs found in Chelmsford

LGV / Plant Engineering Mechanic Tilbury ️ About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced LGV / Plant Engineering Mechanic to join a well-established operation within the forestry, logistics, and heavy transport sector. This is a key hands-on engineering position responsible for maintaining, repairing, and ensuring the reliability of a mixed fleet of HGVs, LGVs, and plant equipment operating in a high-demand, time-critical environment. The successful candidate will play a vital role in keeping vehicles operational, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous site activity across a 24/7 operational network. Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on HGVs and plant equipment Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults Complete safety inspections and ensure all vehicles meet DVSA compliance standards Respond to breakdowns and urgent repair requirements when needed Work across a range of heavy vehicles and...

Are you a Rail Quantity Surveyor with experience working on rail civil projects?   Do you have experience supporting delivery on multiple fast-paced frameworks and working closely with a Senior QS?   Rate: £400/day, Outside IR35 Location: Chelmsford - hybrid working available (2 days from home) Duration: 6 months, potential for extension   Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured civils work, my client is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of projects across rail and infrastructure frameworks in the Anglia region.   Working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing the commercial function across a mix of frameworks and standalone projects, ensuring accurate reporting, cost control, and efficient delivery.   This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor with 3-5 years' experience who is "on the ball", proactive, and looking to develop within a fast-paced and growing...

Are you a Project Manager with experience working on civil works for Network Rail projects?   Are you looking for your next contract opportunity?   This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to work on the delivery of civil works with a rail contractor. The ideal candidate will have experience working on bridges, structures, earthworks and other civil works.   Rate: £400/day DOE - Outside IR35 Location: Sites across Anglia / South East Duration: 6 months potential for extension   Requirements: ·5 years Project Management experience ·Previous experience delivering civil related works on Network Rail frameworks   ·Previous experience working on NEC contracts ·Experience managing sub-contractors ·SMSTS ·BEng / HND / HNC or equivalent ·Full clean drivers licence   If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your CV to me at (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed)

Senior Powertrain Design Engineer (Contract) Up to £50 per hour Essex We are working with a well-known engineering business who are looking for design support within a major motorsport project within their team for the next 6 months at least. This Motorsport project revolves around an in-house powertrain project, therefore this contractor will need to be well-versed within engine internal design and CATIA V5 software. This would be for immediate support for the next 6 months, with after being embedded in the team for a few weeks, this role would be Hybrid with an expectation for 2 days onsite at their Essex HQ. This will be an outside IR35 contract. If you are experienced within Powertrain Design and interested in talking about this role in more detail, please hit apply and our Senior Consultant Jack Watson will be in touch to discuss the position with you

The Solution Group are currently looking for a number of Fabricator Welder to start in Essex You will be working with structural steel and must be able to read engineering drawings. -Immediate start -Good rates! Must have Blue or Gold CSCS Card, full PPE & full UK right to work documents If available, please click 'APPLY' now, or call Freedom on (phone number removed) asap

Welder / Fabricator - Temp to Perm 📍 Essex 💷 £12.71 per hour (rate increases when permanent) ⏱ Immediate start available We are currently recruiting Welders / Fabricators for a well-established client based in Essex. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term stability and progression. The Role MIG welding (preferred) TIG welding experience also considered Fabrication work from drawings Workshop-based role Requirements Previous welding or fabrication experience Ability to work from technical drawings MIG welding experience ideally required (TIG welcomed) Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious What's On Offer £12.71 per hour to start Pay increase once permanent Temp-to-perm opportunity Immediate start Long-term work with a reputable employer📩 Interested? Apply now or contact me directly for more details. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK &...

Job Title: Internal Recruiter Location: Chelmsford - Hybrid Business: Supporting Waterman Group & Waterman Aspen An introduction to our unique company… Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK. We specialise in secondment services, providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time. Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies and construction companies. We have big ambitions for the future, and we’d love for you to be part of it. About the Role We are looking for a proactive and driven Internal Recruiter to join our existing recruitment team to support candidate resourcing across both Waterman Group and Waterman Aspen. This role will focus on sourcing high-quality contract and permanent candidates across engineering and infrastructure disciplines, with a...

Composite Laminator Location: Witham, Essex Pay Rate: Negotiable (Paid via PAYE Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 08:00-4:30 (Plus 20% uplift on night shift) Contract: 6 - 12 months, potential for extension/permanent About Us We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility. This vertical integration represents considerable supply chain benefits to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams. We are partners on ultra-premium, low-volume programmes delivering vehicle programmes for the ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-value automotive sector for automotive brands such as Mercedes-AMG, McLaren, Ford GT, Aston Martin, Pininfarina, Gordon Murray and many more on such vehicles as, amongst others, the Mercedes AMG-ONE, Pininfarina's Battista and Aston Martin's Valkyrie Pro. Role Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for Carbon Laminators to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the...

Composite Trimmer Location: Witham, Essex Pay Rate: Negotiable (Paid via PAYE Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 08:00-4:30 (Plus 20% uplift on night shift) Contract: 6 months, potential for extension/permanent About Us We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility. This vertical integration represents considerable supply chain benefits to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams. We are partners on ultra-premium, low-volume programmes delivering vehicle programmes for the ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-value automotive sector for automotive brands such as Mercedes-AMG, McLaren, Ford GT, Aston Martin, Pininfarina, Gordon Murray and many more on such vehicles as, amongst others, the Mercedes AMG-ONE, Pininfarina's Battista and Aston Martin's Valkyrie Pro. Role Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for Carbon Trimmers to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the...

A growing truck body manufacturer based in Witham is looking to expand its team with experienced Welder Fabricators. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, well-established company that values skilled tradespeople and high-quality workmanship. If you have experience in MIG welding, general fabrication, and a background in coachbuilding, trailer building, or automotive fabrication, we'd love to hear from you. What's on Offer Competitive hourly rate up to £15.50 per hour, depending on experience Overtime paid at 1.33x on weekdays and 1.5x on Saturdays Temporary to permament position Free on-site parking Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm Key Responsibilities MIG welding on custom-built truck bodies General fabrication using a range of hand and power tools Operating standard fabrication machinery Reading and interpreting engineering drawings What We're Looking For Proven experience in MIG welding and metal fabrication Background in automotive,...

Position: Mechanical Assembler Salary: £13.00ph - £17:50ph Location: Wickford Hours: 08:00am - 16:30pm - Full Time 40 hours per week - Overtime Available Proactive are currently in search of multiple Mechanical Assemblers for a world leading Aerospace and Automotive company based in Essex. They are at the forefront of delivering the parts that matters to their customers. Through innovation and collaboration, they have put their customers ahead of the competition in the automotive and aerospace industry. Responsibilities Responsible for the mechanical assembly of company products. Achieve production targets and Work from engineering drawings. Adhere to Health and Safety regulations and law. Use of various hand tools Clock in/out and fill in timecards correctly. Promote safe and efficient systems, assembly, and production. Communicate to the Team Leader, Assembly Manager or Workshop Manager giving feedback on all aspects that would affect completion or quality of our...

Example Recruitment Group are working with a National Heating contractor specialising within the social housing sector and they have an amazing opportunity for a Domestic Gas Service Engineer to work on a contract without an end date. You will be given as many services as you can do per day and all the appointments are pre-booked with a very high access rate. They are currently recruiting for a Domestic Gas Service Engineer to join their team covering the Brentwood area. The Role: * Servicing within domestic private dwellings. * All appointments pre-booked * Very high access rate Requirements: * Experience in servicing gas boilers and appliances * ACS qualifications required: CCN1, CKR1, HTR1 and CENWAT or CEN1 and WAT1 * Gas Safe registration in your own right * Public Liability Insurance - £2,000,000 * Full UK Driving Licence and van * Flue Gas Analyser (fully calibrated) * Clean DBS If you are a Domestic Gas Service Engineer and want to work on a contract...

Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Trainee Metal Worker to join our growing team based in Braintree. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on individual with experience in bespoke fabrication, working across a variety of materials including metal, wood, and plastics. Key Responsibilities: * Fabricate bespoke cabinets to precise specifications * Work confidently with metal, wood, and plastic materials * Interpret and work from technical drawings and CAD designs * Operate manufacturing machinery safely and efficiently * Ensure high standards of quality and finish in all products * Collaborate with the wider team to meet production deadlines Work Environment: This is a workshop-based role, manufacturing specialist products primarily for the pharmacy and medical sectors. Attention to detail and quality is essential due to the nature of the end use. Requirements: * Previous experience in cabinet making or similar fabrication...

We are hiring METER READERS in your postcode now; no experience is required. Are you looking for Full Time work, close to home? Do you like working in an active outdoor role? Do you want to take control of your schedule and work flexibly? If the answer is yes, then this could be the role for you. As a Meter Reader you will be responsible for collecting data from gas, electricity & water meters for both commercial and residential properties. You will update meter reads accurately throughout the day on your handheld device, also entering the details on a handheld device at each location and providing excellent customer service. What we offer: · £13.23 per hour basic pay (weekly payment) · Weekly Hours 40 - 45 hours a week with flexible start and finish times Monday - Friday (occasionally Saturday) between 8am - 8pm. · £26,000 to £28,000 average annual earnings including bonuses. · Bonus scheme with earnings up to £2000 monthly. · Overtime rates (£16 - £25) at manager's...

Manufacturing Engineer Basildon 12-Month Contract Paying up to £48p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Develop and optimise manufacturing processes, methods, and equipment Support product transition from design into production Analyse production data, costs, and schedules to inform decisions Resolve complex production issues and improve shop floor performance Drive efficiency through capacity planning, workflow, and layout improvements Ensure product quality through validation, verification, and process control Maintain manufacturing documentation and production data Lead and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Support failure investigations using structured problem-solving methods (e.g. 8D) Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams Essential: Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and principles Ability to analyse data and influence decisions Experience across the product...

Contract Manufacturing Engineer Basildon | Defence Electronics | 6-12 Month Contract (likely extension) We are seeking an experienced Contract Manufacturing Engineer to support the smooth transition of new defence electronic products from design into volume production at our client's Basildon site. You will work within their Integrated Sensing and Protection business, developing and improving manufacturing processes and equipment to enable world‑class production across land, air and sea domains. Key Responsibilities Develop and optimise manufacturing processes, methods and equipment for new and existing products Lead Manufacturing Maturity Reviews and contribute to Manufacturing Plans and governance Analyse capacity, workflow, space and layout to relieve bottlenecks and improve efficiency Resolve complex production issues on the shop floor and support failure investigations (e.g. 8D) Ensure robust manufacturing data: routings, control plans and electronic work...

RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a BEMM Author & Analyst to support their team. Position Description: Rate: £26.82 (via PAYE Umbrella) increasing to £34.83 after 12 weeks under AWR’s – Agency Worker Regulations. BEMM Author & Analyst (Project & Process Support) Our client’s Special Vehicles team are responsible for the Body and Equipment Mounting Manuals (BEMM) that enable their global partners to convert vehicles into specialized solutions like ambulances, delivery vans, and campervans. As we modernize our department, we are transitioning to structured authoring in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Guides and integrating AI to streamline our workflows. We are seeking a BEMM Technical Analyst with a logical mindset and project management experience. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of technical documentation updates. You will manage the timelines for specific...

Lead Firmware Engineer Basildon 6-Month Contract Paying up to £74p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Firmware requirements capture and management. FPGA design and analysis. Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews. Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans. Perform system integration work with PCB designers and embedded software engineers. Support all firmware designs through the company's firmware process - training will be given. Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches. Essential Skills & Experience Using FPGA technologies, especially from either Xilinx, Microsemi (Actel) or Lattice and their tools. Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or System Verilog/ UVM. Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Ability to analyse system-level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements. A methodical approach to the full firmware design...

Hybrid - min 4 days onsite per week opportunity to work from home 1 day a week as business needs Hourly rate: £26.82 p/h (inside IR35) umbrella (after 13 weeks the rate will increase to £34.83 in line with AWR) POSITION DESCRIPTION: * These roles offer a significant opportunity to strategically partner with People Leaders and HR Centres of Excellence (CoEs) across various parts of the organisation. * You will be instrumental in shaping the employee experience, driving key people priorities, and delivering impactful HR projects that directly contribute to organisational success and reinforce the Ford+ behaviours. SKILLS REQUIRED: * Demonstrated ability to build strong, trusted relationships and influence stakeholders. * Exceptional communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and active listening skills. * A proactive, customer-centric, and solutions-focused approach. * A passion for continuous improvement, challenging the status quo, and identifying...

RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to support their team. Position Description: Rate: £29.59 (via Umbrella PAYE) – increasing to £38.38 after 12 weeks under AWR’s (Agency Worker Regulations) Our client is seeking a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to join their core team in the Essex. You will be a key player in ensuring complex, distributed technologies including powertrain, infotainment, and active safety meet the highest safety standards. Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will bridge the gap between research and production, turning "what if" into "what’s next." As a key member of an exciting team leading Functional Safety activities in Product Development, this role involves working with technology subject matter experts to conduct Functional Safety analysis using efficient model-based systems engineering (MBSE / SysML) tools. Additionally, you will...