187 engineering jobs found in Inverness

Engineering Assessors – FE Colleges | Training companies Are you an experienced engineer looking to step away from industry and pass your knowledge and skills on to the next generation? We currently working with endless FE colleges and private training companies across the UK who are looking for experienced Engineering Assessors to join their teams on a full-time or part-time temporary basis. The role: • Engineering Assessor • Supporting learners across Level 2–3 Engineering qualifications • Full-time & part-time opportunities available • Up to £40–£50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications • Workplace assessments & learner support You’ll be responsible for: • Assessing learners working towards Level 2–3 Engineering qualifications • Carrying out workplace assessments • Supporting and monitoring learner progress • Maintaining accurate assessment records • Ensuring assessments meet awarding body requirements What you’ll need: • Level 3 Engineering...

Electrical Engineering Lecturer – FE College Location: Various locations across the UK Contract: Full-time & Part-time opportunities available Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer or Electrical Engineering Lecturer looking to take the next step in your career? We are currently working with a number of FE colleges across the UK who are looking for enthusiastic and knowledgeable Electrical Engineering Lecturers to join their teams. These opportunities are ideal for experienced lecturers already working within FE, as well as industry professionals looking to move into teaching and share their knowledge with the next generation of engineers. The Role As an Electrical Engineering Lecturer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching across BTEC, T Level and Level 2–3 Electrical Engineering programmes. You will be delivering a combination of classroom-based theory and practical workshop sessions, supporting learners to develop the technical knowledge and...

Site Engineer Location: Inverness, Scotland Rate: £500 per day Contract: Freelance Are you a Site Engineer with experience in earthworks, drainage and reinforced concrete structures looking for your next long-term freelance contract? We're recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to join a major highways infrastructure project just south of Inverness. This is an excellent opportunity to work on one of Scotland's flagship civil engineering schemes, delivering significant earthworks, drainage, structures and road construction. The Project This major Design & Build scheme includes: ·10km of new dual carriageway ·4.5km of side roads ·Approximately 1 million cubic metres of earthworks ·Four reinforced concrete structures ·Extensive drainage and highway construction works The Role As Site Engineer, you'll provide engineering support across multiple work packages, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately and to specification. Key responsibilities include:...

Roles - HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter Location: Inverness Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour. Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced HGV Mechanic with a level 3 qualification or equivalent? Are you available to start work right away? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits of working for Excel: * Weekly Pay * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34.00 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes HGV. * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of HGV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health &...

Roles - PSV Engineer / PSV Technician / PSV Mechanic / Bus Technician Location: Inverness Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic? Are you available to start work right away? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits of working for Excel: * Weekly Pay * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34.00 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of PSV * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of PSV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety regulations and safe...

Job Title: Groundworker Location: Farr Duration: 4-5 weeks Rate: Negotiable Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday 7:00am – 6:00pm. We are looking for two reliable and motivated Groundworker for our client’s project based near Inverness. What You’ll Do: * General groundwork duties * Assisting tradesmen * Follow all safety procedures and site regulations What We’re Looking For: * CSCS Card & Driving License & Own transport required * Experience in a construction or civil engineering environment * Strong work ethic and attention to detail * Ability to work safely and as part of a team * Good communication and time-management skills To apply or find out more information please email your fully up-to-date CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and actively promote inclusive, fair and transparent recruitment practices. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity throughout the recruitment process....

We're currently working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function for their Inverness operations. This is a key leadership role within the business, responsible for driving commercial performance across a diverse portfolio of civils and infrastructure projects. You'll take ownership from tender stage through to final account, ensuring strong cost control, contract compliance, and profitable project delivery. You'll work closely with operational teams on the ground, as well as senior leadership, clients, and subcontractors, acting as the key commercial lead for the region. Key responsibilities: ·Lead the commercial management of civils projects across the Inverness area ·Oversee cost control, forecasting, reporting and project performance ·Manage valuations, applications for payment, variations and final accounts ·Administer contracts and manage commercial risk...

Operations Technician (Operations, Maintenance & Facilities) About the Role On behalf of our Client, we are looking for a practical, reliable and safety-conscious Operations Technician. This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the site, ensuring facilities remain safe, functional and well maintained. Working as part of the Operations, Maintenance & Facilities team, you'll undertake a wide range of tasks, from winter maintenance and general site upkeep to supporting operational activities and assisting contractors. This is a role that requires someone who enjoys working as part of a team and is willing to take on a wide range of operational and maintenance tasks. No two days are the same, and full in-house training will be provided where required. Key Responsibilities Carry out operations, maintenance and facilities work as directed by the Operations, Maintenance & Facilities Lead. Complete work orders safely,...

Job Details We are seeking Deck Painters with GWO certification to join our client's team at Nigg. In this role, you will be tasked with cleaning, preparing and painting metal and composite surfaces on wind turbine structures. The site operates on a 2-week on, 2-week off rotation. The project will be running for 4 years. The pay rate is £27/hr CIS. Lodge is available at a rate of £70 per night. Duties * Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and applying primers before painting or coating. * Apply paints, coatings, or protective finishes with precision. Certification * Train the Painter (TTP) * GWO BST * GWO BTT * GWO ART * GWO EFA * OEUK Offshore Medical with Chester Step All candidates must have the above certifications prior to starting or be able to demonstrate that they are booked for the 1st off-rotation period

Job Details We are seeking Rope Access Level 3 Painters with GWO certification to join our client's team at Nigg. In this role, you will utilise specialised rope access techniques to perform high-quality painting and coating work on wind turbines. The site operates on a 2-week on, 2-week off rotation. The project will be running for 4 years. The pay rate is £35/hr CIS. Lodge is available at a rate of £70 per night. Duties * Use rope access equipment and techniques to reach elevated or hard-to-access surfaces safely and efficiently. * Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and applying primers before painting or coating. * Apply paints, coatings, or protective finishes with precision. Certifications * RAT Level 3 * Train the Painter (TTP) * GWO BST * GWO BTT * GWO ART * GWO EFA * OEUK Offshore Medical with Chester Step All candidates must have the above certifications prior to starting or be able to demonstrate that they are booked for the 1st off-rotation period

Job Details We are seeking Rope Access Level 2 Painters with GWO certification to join our client's team at Nigg. In this role, you will utilise specialised rope access techniques to perform high-quality painting and coating work on wind turbines. The site operates on a 2-week on, 2-week off rotation. The project will be running for 4 years. The pay rate is £30/hr CIS. Lodge is available at a rate of £70 per night. Duties * Use rope access equipment and techniques to reach elevated or hard-to-access surfaces safely and efficiently. * Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and applying primers before painting or coating. * Apply paints, coatings, or protective finishes with precision. Certifications * RAT Level 2 * Train the Painter (TTP) * GWO BST * GWO BTT * GWO ART * GWO EFA * OEUK Offshore Medical with Chester Step All candidates must have the above certifications prior to starting or be able to demonstrate that they are booked for the 1st off-rotation period

Job Details We are seeking General Operatives with GWO certification to join our client's team at Nigg. In this role, you will be tasked with the handling and movement of materials around site, as well as some cleaning/maintenance of materials. The site operates on a 2-week on, 2-week off rotation. The project will be running for 4 years. The pay rate is £23/hr Umbrella. Lodge is available at a rate of £70 per night. Duties * Handling and moving materials around site as required * Some maintenance/cleaning of materials Certifications * GWO BST * GWO BTT * GWO ART * GWO EFA * OEUK Offshore Medical with Chester Step All candidates must have the above certifications prior to starting or be able to demonstrate that they are booked for the 1st off-rotation period

Site Engineer Location: Tomatin (near Inverness / Aviemore), Scotland Rate: £240.00 / day (Inside IR35) (Subject to review/uplift for the right candidate) Contract Type: Freelance / Contract Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week About the Role We are seeking a versatile, experienced Site Engineer to join the delivery team on the major A9 Tomatin to Moy dual carriageway upgrade. Reporting directly to the Section Engineer, you will play a key role in executing engineering control, quality control, field health & safety, and daily operations across heavy civil works. You will work alongside key project stakeholders, including Transport Scotland and Mott MacDonald, on a site delivering 10 km of new dual carriageway, side roads, major concrete structures, and extensive drainage infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Engineering Control & Surveying: Execute precise setting out from primary control provided on-site using standard survey equipment (level &...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Multiple Wireman/Electrician on a 4 Month Contract, based in Kingussie. Role Summary The successful candidates will carry out first and second fix electrical installation works, with a focus on substation and cable installation activities. Wiremen will work as part of a wider site electrical team, delivering work safely, to programme, and to a high standard of workmanship. Key Responsibilities * Install, gland and terminate SWA (steel wire armoured) cables to a high standard * Carry out cable pulling operations, including containment and routing * Work within and support substation installation activities * Read and work from electrical drawings and schematics * Carry out testing and inspection activities where qualified (CAT 1-3) * Complete work in line with site health & safety procedures and RAMS * Liaise with the site electrical supervisor/foreman on daily work allocation and progress * Maintain...

IT Support Engineer Prestwick Airport | 6-Month Contract | Potential Temp-to-Perm Are you an IT Support Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? I'm recruiting for an IT Support Engineer to join an onsite End User Support (EUS) team based near Prestwick Airport. This is a great opportunity for someone with a hands-on approach to IT support who is looking to broaden their technical experience and get involved in a variety of IT projects. Working alongside an experienced team, you'll support end users with day-to-day IT requests while gaining exposure to wider infrastructure activities. Full training will be provided on the infrastructure side, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skillset. Key Responsibilities Provide onsite IT support to end users across the business. Assist with the setup, deployment and maintenance of IT equipment. Support hardware rollouts, office moves and other IT projects. Troubleshoot and resolve a...

Senior Flood Risk Engineer Location: Scotland Rate: £40-£50 p/hour Contract Working Pattern: Predominantly remote Senior Flood Risk Engineer / Flood Risk Officer A Scottish Local Authority is seeking an experienced Senior Flood Risk Engineer or Flood Risk Officer to play a key role in delivering its statutory flood risk management responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity to lead on strategic flood risk planning, influence major infrastructure decisions and help shape the council's approach to flood resilience across the region. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in Scottish flood risk management who can work independently, engage confidently with key stakeholders and take ownership of complex projects from day one. The Role Working within the council's Flood Risk team, you will lead the delivery of key statutory responsibilities under the Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009, ensuring the authority continues to meet its...

NATS, a renowned organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Test Manager for a contract opportunity in Aberdeen. This role involves supporting the delivery of complex technical systems within a safety-critical environment, focusing on test planning, execution, defect management, quality assurance, and test assurance governance. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of testing activities across new and existing technical systems. Oversee the full end-to-end test lifecycle, ensuring activities are planned, controlled, executed, and evidenced to the required standard. Provide expert direction for the test strategy, planning, estimating, implementation, and conduct of test programmes. Develop, review, and maintain test strategies, test plans, test scripts, checklists, test reports, and supporting quality assurance documentation. Define test requirements and design tests to satisfy system, safety, user, and project...

Role: Commissioning Engineer Location: Fife, Scotland Work Mode: On Site Start Date: Beginning of October 2026 Contract Length: 8 months, with strong potential to extend I’m currently hiring an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support an upcoming high-voltage substation upgrade project in Scotland. This role will be responsible for planning, coordinating and executing commissioning activities ahead of energisation, ensuring that HV equipment, protection systems, control circuits and SCADA interfaces are tested safely and in line with client, utility and project requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Manager, client representatives, protection and control engineers, equipment vendors, SAPs and site personnel throughout the testing, outage and energisation stages. Key responsibilities: • Testing HV substation equipment and associated systems • Carrying out tests on circuit breakers, CTs, VTs and transformers • Performing primary and...

Role: Clerk of Works Rate: £50- £60 p/hour (Dependent on experience) Contract: 1 year Working Arrangements: 5 days per week on site   Overview: We are seeking an experienced Clerk of Works to oversee and manage contract monitoring for street scape and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will ensure that works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining compliance with design specifications and contractual obligations.   Key Responsibilities:   ·Act as the on-site representative, ensuring contractors meet contractual requirements and quality standards. ·Monitor project progress, including works carried out by third parties, and initiate remedial actions when necessary. ·Assist with contract administration and maintain accurate records of works, claims, and expenditure. ·Manage quality assurance processes and provide technical guidance to project teams. ·Liaise with stakeholders, including public...

Job Title:  Rolling Stock Technician Ref: CC(phone number removed) Location: Scotland (Various Options) Salary: Circa £35-40/hour (Umbrella) Shift: Days/Nights Options; Continental Shift Pattern; 35-40 hour week Role Type: Rolling Contract (Issued in 3 month blocks) Are you looking to join a team that is striving for more? This is a great opportunity to join a specialist team working to service rolling stock across Scotland. You will be part of a specially trained team that will tackle maintenance and address any faults that have occurred in service. This team and role is all about achieving a more efficient railway - with a focus on the customer you will help their fleets in service deliver safe, reliable services across Scotland & the UK.  This is an exciting time to join a rail company that is pushing to improve customer experience through dedicated and detailed train maintenance activities, focusing on key elements of maintainability and improving day to day service...