70 engineering jobs found in Luton

Location: Luton (4-5 days per week onsite) Duration: 12 month contract Rate: £79.80ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details: Our client, a leading defence and aerospace company, are looking for 5 x Engineering Work Package Managers to join them on a contract basis. Within their Integrated Project Team (IPT), you will lead a cross-functional engineering team to deliver a complete, compliant solution that meets customer, contractual, legal, and company requirements, while balancing performance, cost, and schedule. You will define and structure the project's Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), plan and schedule engineering activities, and provide regular progress reports. You will also establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency and effectiveness, using these to monitor and improve engineering performance. The role includes working closely with customers and suppliers, aligning Engineering Plans with project constraints, managing resources, identifying and...

Work Package Manager Luton 12-Month Contract Paying up to £80p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you'll be required to hold or obtain a high level of UK security clearance Overview: As the Engineering Work Package Manager, you will be required to define and structure the project's Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), plan and schedule engineering activities, and provide regular progress reports. You will also establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency and effectiveness, using these to monitor and improve engineering performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering side of projects Providing teams with clear expectations of the engineering outcomes Ensuring teams operate consistently within the Policies & Procedures and foster the improvement goals defined by the Engineering Function Manage multi-disciplinary teams across sites Establishing and maintaining good lines of communication internally across the Engineering...

Construction Site Manager (DV Cleared / SC Cleared Minimum) Location: Luton Contract: 6 Months Rate: Competitive (DOE) Start: Immediate We are seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a refurbishment and infrastructure project on a secure site in Luton. The role requires a strong background in CDM compliance, civil engineering, electrical works, architectural packages, and building refurbishment projects. Key Responsibilities Day-to-day site management of refurbishment and construction activities. Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and site HSE requirements. Coordinate civils, electrical, architectural and general building trades. Manage subcontractors, programme delivery, quality and client interface. Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and progress reporting. Ensure works are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Requirements Current DV Clearance preferred; SC Clearance minimum requirement. Proven experience as a Site...

What we need: Carrington West is pleased to be working with our client for a Senior Quantity Surveyor, required for works in the highways sector for an established yet growing company based in Luton. As the successful Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Lead QS, monitoring all cost and maximising value across all projects.   Upon joining our clients Luton based team you can expect a high degree of autonomy and exceptional standards of professionalism and customer service.   Our clients can offer a challenging and rewarding role to someone who can demonstrate: - A recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying or related subject. - Good experience and detailed knowledge of working with the NEC suite of contracts. Ideally you will have experience overseeing highways term maintenance works. - Strong communication skills and a willingness to go above and beyond client expectations. - The ability to work on one's own initiative whilst understanding the need to stay...

Commissioning Engineer Location - Luton We are recruiting for Commissioning Manager to effectively deliver the commissioning of wastewater and sludge treatment process plant from completion of construction through to successful Take-Over. - Electrical inspection of cable terminations and glanding in the field and producing marked-up as-built electrical drawings, - Identify and resolve electrical issues through effective fault finding and troubleshooting, - Testing and commissioning of electrical power and ICA control systems including motors, setting up inverter drives, magnetic flow meters, pressure transducers, level instrumentation and valve actuators, - Functional testing of analogue and digital signals to the PLC and SCADA, - Initial start-up and wet commissioning of pumps, blowers, gas boosters, sludge screens, mixing pumps and gas compressors in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, - Functionality testing of process plant as part of Site Acceptance...

Principal Systems Engineer Luton 12-Month Contract Paying up to £85p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Development of RF system requirements. Assisting engineering domains in design and integration activities. Assisting with requirements definition for integration, qualification, verification, and validation activities Essential: Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) Experience working in an agile environment and experience across the full engineering lifecycle Knowledge of modelling and analysis using MATLAB and Cameo, Knowledge of the fully systems lifecycle Previous experience working on RF systems OR EW projects within the Aerospace or Defence sector is desirable Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering...

L&A are currently looking for a number of Fabricator Welder to join a growing workshop. Fabricator Welders, will be working with handrails and balustrades. Must be able to read and understand engineering drawings. For more information on this Fabricator Welder role - call Sam Leeson on (phone number removed)

ALink Recruitment are working with a company who are looking to bring in a Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial and cost management support for the delivery of capital projects, ensuring robust financial control, value for money, and compliance with contractual obligations. Key Responsibilities 1. Cost Management * Prepare and manage cost plans, budgets, and forecasts throughout the project lifecycle * Produce regular cost reports and cash flow forecasts for the project team * Monitor project spend and identify cost variances with corrective actions * Prepare and present final accounts and project financial close-out reports 2. Procurement & Contract Administration * Support procurement activities including preparation of tender documents and bills of quantities * Evaluate and analyse tender returns and make recommendations for award * Administer contracts in accordance with NEC, JCT, or other applicable forms of contract * Assess and process...

OA are recruiting for a Manufacturing Team Leader for a well established company in Hitchin This is a hands-on leadership role where you will lead by example, support your team, and help drive continuous improvement across the value stream. Location: Hitchin Hours: Monday to Thursday 6am-3pm. Friday 6am-11am Starting Salary: £19ph Key Responsibilities: Lead and motivate a team to achieve daily production targets. Ensure work is carried out safely and in line with company procedures and 5S standards Plan and release work orders to meet demand. Monitor performance against the production plan and escalate issues where necessary Investigate problems, carry out root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions Support daily SQDCG updates and track key performance indicators. Maintain accurate stock levels and support inventory control through audits and PI systems. Schedule raw materials using Kanban systems Work with Supply Chain to prevent shortages and delivery delays...

Project Manager – Building Services Stevenage (On-site / Facility based) 12-Month Contract Aerospace & High-Tech Facilities Management Industry   About the Role Are you an experienced Project Manager – Building Services with a strong pedigree in mechanical and electrical (M&E) infrastructure?   We are seeking a high-caliber Project Manager – Building Services to spearhead critical infrastructure CAPEX initiatives at a manufacturing facility in Stevenage   In this pivotal 12-month contract, you will take total ownership of small-to-medium infrastructure projects from initial feasibility and inception, through detailed engineering design and specifications, to on-site execution and final handover. If you thrive on leading multi-functional engineering teams and delivering major plant replacement and complex refurbishment schemes, this is the project for you.   Key Responsibilities As the Construction Project Lead, you will be the driving force behind the delivery of...

Our client has an opportunity for a RF Engineer to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with possible extension. You will be designing complex, real-time simulations that surround real hardware. Role: RF Engineer Location: Stevenage, 4 days onsite per week Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £65-£75 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required before starting, full SC to follow What you'll be doing: As a HWIL RF engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing and maintaining new and existing RF equipment and working with multi-disciplinary teams to combine RF, electronics engineering and software development to produce new capabilities that enable the HWIL team to run new simulations. You will be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable in abstracting detail in order to understand the simulation and missile's behaviour What you'll be doing: Broad engineering experience with deeper experience in some of the following...

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...

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...

Building & Construction Project Leader - Drive High‑Impact CAPEX Projects Are you a powerhouse Project Manager with the confidence to lead complex construction programmes from concept to completion? Do you thrive in high‑stakes environments where precision, leadership, and technical excellence matter? If you're ready to shape major infrastructure within a world‑class organisation, this role puts you at the centre of it all. We're looking for a dynamic, forward‑thinking Construction Project Leader to spearhead CAPEX projects across design, engineering, and delivery. You'll be the strategic force behind multi‑functional teams, ensuring every project lands on time, on budget, and at the highest standard of safety and compliance. What Makes You Stand Out A strong construction‑savvy Project Manager with a track record of delivering complex projects SMSTS or CCNSG certification (advantageous) NEBOSH experience (highly useful) Ability to be on‑site when required Experience working...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit an Electrical Architect on an initial 6 - month contract. As the Electrical Architect you will be responsible in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support Role: Electrical Architect Pay: £60 - £85 per hour Umbrella Location: Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton Contract: Monday- Friday, 37 Hours per week, 6 Months Contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: SC will be required however can start on BPSS Essential Responsibilities Own the electrical architecture and requirements for missile/launcher systems. Define interfaces between subsystems (ICDs, characteristics, constraints). Build the power architecture (budgets, profiles, distribution). Define data comms/processing architecture and system interconnects. Set EMC, bonding, grounding, screening and signal safety requirements. Support integration, test, compatibility checks, qualification and...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 2x Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).   Rate: £65.00 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 working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).  Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Job Description: Our ever-evolving team powers the business across Europe and brings the next generation of defence solutions to life. Together we experiment, innovate and create across the full product lifecycle. And, in a collaborative and close-knit culture, we support...

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 JOB LOCATION: Stevenage SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 12+ Months (Extension Possible) WORK PATTERN: Full Time ONSITE (Compressed Option Available) RATE: £ 65.00 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35) Essential Skillset & Tools * 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 good understanding of automation, continuous integration * Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers Overview: * Technology matters more at MBDA. Our ever-evolving team powers the business across Europe and brings the next generation of defence solutions to life. Together we experiment, innovate and create across the full product lifecycle. And, in a collaborative and...

Software Engineer JOB LOCATION: Stevenage & Bolton SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 6+ Months (Extension Possible) WORK PATTERN: Full Time ONSITE (Compressed Option Available) RATE: £ 70.00 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35) TARGET INDUSTRIES AND COMPANIES. Is Defence a must? If not what industries can be considered Open to all industries where skillset is apparent; Def/Aero would be ideal however. Essential Skillset & Tools * C/C++ EXPERIENCE (ADA WOULD BE A DESIRABLE ON TOP OF THIS, BUT NOT ESSENTIAL) * An awareness of developing and deploying software on real-time Operating Systems, Risc-V and ARM-based processing platforms. * Excellent analytical and design ability, including review and critical analysis. * Knowledge of modern software development practices Overview: * The growing workload within MBDA UK has created an exciting opportunity within the Embedded Software team . * We supply a full range of hard real time software...

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...