60 engineering jobs found in Hitchin

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Senior Electronics Engineering Project Manager subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be a hybrid of working from home and being onsite 2 days per week (flexibility on this).    Please Note – this role requires a very strong Electronics background or a background of working on electronic focused/biased projects.  The position will be managing detailed design of electronics product / engineering development   Job Title: Senior Electronics Engineering Project Manager Number of positions: 2 Rate: £60.00 per hour Location: Stevenage, Bolton or Bristol – depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week onsite (flexibility on this) Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Senior Electronics Engineering Project Manager Job Description: We are Electronics Engineering. We are...

Job Title: Laboratory Analyst Vacancy type: 2 Year Fixed Term Contract Area: Hitchin Salary: DOE Key notes: Driving license desirable. Unable to provide sponsorship. SRG is working with a pharmaceutical company near Stevenage and Hitchin that specialises in skin care products. We are looking for an Analyst to join the QC team, providing support with HPLC, GC, and general wet chemistry techniques. This is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door within a pharmaceutical company, covering maternity leave. To be successful in this role, you would need a chemistry/life science degree, and recent experience with HPLC or GC outside of university (e.g work placement). Experience or knowledge working to GMP is highly desirable. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Carry out QC or raw materials and finished products using HPLC, GC and wet lab techniques. Conduct equipment maintenance, calibration and solvent disposal, alongside other general lab keeping...

Job title: Principal Technical Officer - Rail Track Type: Contract Location: Hitchin Rate: Dependant on experience Role You will be expected understand all Permanent Way aspects of construction and associated works with the other disciplines and to deliver construction work safely to the level of quality expected by the company and the Client; to budget and in line with all relevant standards, processes and procedures. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Undertaking the role of a PTO on a projects across the route Hand back/close out engineering experience Stressing S+C and plain line track work Controlling all onsite technical activities and quality control.Essential requirements: Education to HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent suitable experience. Comprehensive understanding of permanent way and related engineering principles, including interfaces between disciplines. Safety Management training. Good knowledge and understanding of track...

Hitchin, Royston & Letchworth – Multi-Site Work We’re currently recruiting experienced Pipefitters for a temporary opportunity working across multiple commercial refurbishment sites in Hitchin, Royston and Letchworth. This is a great chance to secure ongoing work with a reputable contractor, with immediate starts available. What’s on offer: Weekly pay Ongoing temporary work across multiple sites Immediate start available Opportunity to work on varied commercial refurbishment projects Support from Select Recruitment throughout your assignment Pay Rates: Standard rate: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience) Hours / Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday Full-time (Apply online only) Contract Type: Temporary Key Responsibilities: Installing pipework systems including heating, cooling, and hot & cold water Connecting and fitting boilers, pumps, and heat exchangers Installing HVAC pipework such as fan coil units and air handling units Pressure testing pipework...

Tradefield is currently looking for an experienced electrical improver to join our client on a contract basis for a minimum of three months. The role will involve working on commercial and light industrial projects, specifically assisting with the installation of air handling units. Previous experience working with air handling units would be beneficial, but is not essential. To be considered for this position, you must meet the following requirements: * Hold a valid ECS card * Have a minimum of five years’ experience as an electrical improver * Own your own tools * Have your own vehicle and be able to commute reliably * Hold appropriate insurances Due to the location of the work, candidates must live within one hour of Letchworth. This is a great opportunity to secure consistent work with a reputable client on a well-run project. Please apply for more information or to discuss the role further

Jark Stevenage are urgently recruiting for an EXPERIENCED PRESS BREAK OPERATOR for a Stevenage company. JOB TITLE: Press Break operator/sheet metal worker JOB SUMMERY : press break operator and general metal work. RESPONSIBILITES: This position requires knowledge of the press break and will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the machine. DUTIES: Set up and operate press break machine in accordance with production drawings. Carry out basic maintenance and cleaning of the machine. Maintain a safe working environment. Set priorities to meet production goals as scheduled. Ensure clean , tidy, and organised work area always. Perform both visual and dimensional inspections to quality standards. Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials. REQUIREMENTS: essential to have good level of experience of the press break and its operations. Experience in the sheet...

Jark Stevenage are urgently recruiting for an EXPERIENCED PRESS BREAK OPERATOR for a Stevenage company. JOB TITLE: Press Break operator/sheet metal worker JOB SUMMERY : press break operator and general metal work. RESPONSIBILITES: This position requires knowledge of the press break and will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the machine. DUTIES: Set up and operate press break machine in accordance with production drawings. Carry out basic maintenance and cleaning of the machine. Maintain a safe working environment. Set priorities to meet production goals as scheduled. Ensure clean , tidy, and organised work area always. Perform both visual and dimensional inspections to quality standards. Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials. REQUIREMENTS: essential to have good level of experience of the press break and its operations. Experience in the sheet...

Advanced Digital Systems & Storage Engineer (Band 5) Location: Hertfordshire (On-site) Sector: NHS Contract: Temporary (ASAP – April 2026) Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm (37.5 hours per week) We’re supporting a large and highly regarded NHS Trust in Hertfordshire to recruit an Advanced Digital Systems & Storage Engineer to join their Digital Infrastructure team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting critical healthcare systems within a complex, high-availability environment—where your work will directly contribute to frontline patient care. The Role As a senior technical specialist within the Digital team, you’ll provide 2nd and 3rd line support across a broad range of infrastructure services, ensuring systems remain secure, resilient, and fully operational. You’ll act as a key escalation point, working closely with internal IT teams and external suppliers to resolve issues, maintain performance, and support...

Electrical Systems Test Engineer - Satellite AIT An opportunity to shape the performance and reliability of next‑generation spacecraft Location: Onsite (UK Eyes Only) Clearance: SC Clearance Required Rate: £55.00 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35) Hours: 37 per week Role Overview This role places the Electrical Test Engineer at the centre of satellite Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT). The engineer will design, develop, and execute complex electrical and functional test sequences that ensure spacecraft are fully prepared for the challenges of launch and the space environment. They will work hands‑on with flight hardware, support live test operations, investigate anomalies, and contribute to the technical reviews that determine spacecraft readiness. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on precision, problem‑solving, and the excitement of seeing their work contribute directly to a mission in orbit. Reports to: Satellite AIT Electrical Test Engineering Manager...

Satellite AIT EGSE Engineer Location: On‑site (UK Eyes Only) Clearance: SC Clearance Required Rate: £45.00 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35) Hours: 37 per week Step into a role at the heart of spacecraft innovation. As a Satellite AIT EGSE Engineer, you'll be the technical authority behind the electrical ground support equipment that powers spacecraft build, integration, and test. This is your chance to work on mission‑critical systems, solve complex engineering challenges, and directly contribute to the success of space missions. What You'll Be Doing You'll take ownership of the electrical test racks and EGSE systems that keep spacecraft development moving. Your day‑to‑day will include: Maintaining, validating, and fault‑finding on advanced electronic and RF test racks Administering and configuring computer systems and networks across Windows and Linux environments Setting up and securing local networks, including firewall configuration Supporting environmental and...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Codification Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be a hybrid position of 1-2 days in office, rest of the week remote.   Candidates from the following fields would be well suited to this role: Configuration Engineer, Engineering Data Engineer, Engineering Data Analyst, Technical Data Engineer, Product Configuration Engineer, ILS Engineer (Integrated Logistics Support Engineer), Supportability Engineer, Defence Logistics Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Supply Chain Engineer (Defence), Codification Engineer, NATO Codification Specialist, NSN Codification Engineer, PLM Engineer, SAP Master Data Engineer, and Configuration/Data Management Specialist within engineering or manufacturing environments. Rate: £45 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote...

Codification Engineer required for a long term contract based out of Stevenage 1 to 2 days per week on site. Essential: Ability to use judgement based on the analysis of factual information provided by the team and other stakeholders to derive positive and compliant results Ability to prioritise multiple complex issues Knowledge of how supporting functions work e.g. ILS, GFE, ITAR, Configuration Management, Commercial, Engineering Knowledge and experience of how Engineering, Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams integrate to develop a product Understanding of the legal and regulatory environment into which we operate and function and consideration of MoD codification processes, existing and updates that may influence codification of components Desirable: Background in MOD NATO qualifications What you'll be doing: To support company UK projects in the NATO Stock Number (NSN) codification process of codifying assemblies and components in accordance with the MoD process standards...

Electronics Engineer 12 Month Stevenage   World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit a Electronics Engineer  on initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter.   Responsibilities: We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to service Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment, including Special to Type Test Equipment (STTE . These tasks include fault finding and repair of test equipment, supporting routine calibrations, commissioning of Test Equipment and drift analysis.   You will be working within an experienced team of Calibration & Maintenance Engineers supporting complex test platforms in the manufacture and test of complex missile systems. You will be trained to calibrate and support special to type factory test equipment using a range of technologies, DC to Microwave.   What we’re looking for from you: Minimum qualification: HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronics...

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Electronics Engineer to join them on an initial 12-month basis. As Electronics Engineer you will join the Calibration & Maintenance Team, to service Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment, including Special to Type Test Equipment. Some of these tasks include fault finding and repair of test equipment, supporting routine calibrations, commissioning of Test Equipment and drift analysis. Role: Electronics Engineer Pay: £32 -£35 per hour via Umbrella Location: Stevenage Contract: 12 months (possible extension) IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: SC Clearence needed however can start on BPSS Skillset/experience required: Minimum qualification: HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Experience and knowledge in the calibration of test equipment and maintenance of test systems to component level. Able to utilise instructions, handbooks, drawings or specifications to provide technical advice/guidance. Able to use...

Role Name: Laboratory Technician Site location: Stevenage, UK Hourly Rate: £16 per hour via PAYE Duration of contract: 6 months initially, possibility for extension. Weekly hours: 37.5 hours LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (CHEMISTRY R&D) STEVENAGE Help us improve access to life-changing therapies that can transform human health A global provider of technologies and services that advance and accelerate the development and manufacture of therapeutics. Formerly part of GE Healthcare, we have a rich heritage tracing back hundreds of years, and a fresh beginning since 2020. Our customers undertake life-saving activities. These range from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, biologic drugs, and novel cell and gene therapies. Our job is to supply the tools and services - the pots, pans, soups, and sauces - they need to work better, faster, and safer, leading to better patient outcomes. We are looking for an organized, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and...

Manufacturing Controller 12 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £25.26ph Inside IR35 Do you have stores experience in a manufacturing environment? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Manufacturing Controller, 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. You will be involved in: Stock control/storekeeping including shelf life control Loading the manufacturing cells with the requisite jobs in accordance with planned lead and cycle times, in order to comply with manufacturing programmes and delivery schedules Packing including the use of hand tools Receiving and issuing of tooling Updating computer records Kitting activity Loading and unloading of...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer (Military Packaging Design) subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.  Other CAD Package skills are also fine.         Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 2-3 days min on site. Although this can change due to workload. Can be continually reviewed. Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer - Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional...

HR Business Partner Certain Advantage are hiring for a HR Business Partner based in Stevenage. This role is on an initial 12-month contract and is required to be onsite fulltime. Overview You will be responsible for the delivery of a full range of HR services within the framework of the HR strategy. Contribute to the delivery of the ‘Top Company Objectives’ through appropriate and timely HR interventions. Your responsibilities Partner with the business to be proactive on the HR value needed for that area. Provide managers with advice, guidance and direction on HR policies and best practice to ensure HR matters are handled fairly and consistently in line with legal and company requirements. Driving the HR People Tempo of Performance Review, Salary review, Team Review etc. within business scope. Ensuring the application of consequential management in collaboration with our Employee Relations team (SPIR). Contribution to a healthy social climate and constructive dialogue with...

Configuration Manager Stevenage 12 Month Initial Contract   Overview of department: Configuration Management is pivotal to success in developing and delivering engineered products to our customers and frontline users. Through the controlled application and compliance of processes, we give our programmes confidence and assurance in all products that we produce.   Description of the Role Experienced Configuration professional with an ability to provide technical support to the Configuration Management team. Your ability to build networks and foster strong relationships with the team to review, develop and deliver Configuration Management processes and procedures, as well as supporting and technically coaching project Configuration Managers to deliver technical excellence contributing towards the overall success of our business programmes.   What we’re looking for A proven track record of experience within engineering organisations or operational domains, with a strong technical...

Senior Configuration Engineer Stevenage (Sector: Defence & Aerospace) Contract Type: 12 Month Contract   The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Configuration Engineer to join our world-class team of over 30 specialists. In this role, you will be the guardian of product definition, ensuring the technical integrity of life-critical systems across multiple international projects.   The Role Supporting the Project Configuration Manager, you will take ownership of the design structure for major product sections. You will act as the bridge between engineering innovation and controlled execution, managing complex product variants through every stage of the lifecycle—from development and production to in-service support.   Key Responsibilities: Manage and reflect engineering input into the design structure using our PLM tool, Windchill. Lead the engineering change process, reviewing, accepting, or rejecting changes to ensure business approbation controls are strictly met. Maintain...