1348 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...

MEP Engineering Manager – HS2 Temp (Umbrella PAYE) or Perm   We are working with a JV partner delivering a £700M project as part of the wider HS2 scheme.   Our client is looking for technically gifted MEP Engineering Manager with experience in rail station, rail depot, or airport terminal design. This is a newly awarded project with the MEP design sitting at RIBA Stage 3 – you will be working closely with consultants to help develop the design into its final, buildable form as well as working as part of the wider delivery team to push this project along in a timely manner. This project sits in pre-construction until 2028.   We expect you to have extensive experience in MEP Design and Engineering Management, having delivered major rail or aviation projects from contract award to handover. Your background will be working for either the principal contractor or MEP subcontractor and will have been qualified in either mechanical or electrical engineering to at least HND level. Being a...

Role: Future Engineering Operations Manager Location: Marylebone Station, London - with travel to depots as required Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract - 12 Months Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum Role Purpose Chiltern Railways is preparing for a new era of fleet capability, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth. We are seeking a Future Engineering Operations Manager to lead the strategic planning and development of our engineering operations, ensuring our workforce, depots, stabling facilities, and rolling stock strategies are ready to meet the demands of the future railway. This role is not about day-to-day engineering management. Instead, it focuses on long term planning, capability development, and shaping the systems, people, and infrastructure that will support Chiltern’s future fleet and operational requirements. You will play a key role in preparing the organisation for new technologies, new rolling stock, and evolving customer and operational expectations. Key...

5G Networking Engineering Specialist Location: London or Bristol, Hybrid- 3 days per week on-site Duration: 12 Months BPSS check required UMBRELLA ONLY Our client, a leading organisation in telecommunications, is hiring for a talented 5G RAN Parameter Optimisation Specialist to support their Public Safety Network. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team, driving network performance and innovation in London or Bristol. What you'll be doing: * Analyse UE logs and end-to-end traces for 5G and 5G+ networks to identify performance issues. * Develop and execute optimisation trials with vendors (Nokia and Ericsson), assessing outcomes and impact. * Validate 5G and interworking design, ensuring seamless integration of 4G, 5G SA, NSA, and Public Safety features. * Conduct root cause analysis using drive test logs, protocol traces, and network data sources. * Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement performance improvements. * Lead...

Job Title: Technical Delivery Lead - Data Engineering Lead (Hands-on Python / Databricks) Contract: 6 months - Potentially extension. Location: London Hybrid (5 days in 10 in the office) Rate: Highly competitive Status: Inside IR35 Working pattern: Full time We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Lead with strong expertise in Python, Databricks, and Apache Spark to lead the successful delivery of enterprise-scale data engineering initiatives.. This is a hands-on leadership role combining technical delivery, solution design, and data engineering expertise. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a greenfield data platform while remaining actively involved in development activities. Essential Skills Proven experience in Data Engineering or Software Engineering. Previous experience in a Technical Lead, Lead Data Engineer, or Technical Delivery Lead position. Strong hands-on expertise with Python. Extensive experience with Databricks, including Workflows,...

Software Development Specialist / Professional Location: London, Cheltenham, Ipswich, or Manchester (Onsite) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Clearance Requirement: Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is mandatory. About the Role We are seeking engineers with strong IT and engineering skills to build, design, and secure modern technology platforms. You will work in a software-defined, automation-first environment to iterate fast and deploy at pace. Multiple roles are available across different seniority levels. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver automated engineering platform capabilities in a CI/CD environment. Design and evolve CI/CD pipelines and embed Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC). Integrate security controls into workflows so services are secure by design. Support engineering teams, remove manual tasks, and improve platform reliability. Collaborate across development, security, and operations teams. What You'll Need We are looking for a mix of some or all of the...

Role: Software engineering specialist Location: London (Alternatives that will also be accepted Cheltenham, Ipswich, or Manchester) Contract: 6 Months Day rate: £605 Inside IR35 Clearance: DV Clearance required due to nature of the project About the Role You'll work in a software-defined, CI/CD-driven environment, where infrastructure, security, and deployment are all managed as code. Our teams move fast, take ownership end-to-end, and continuously improve how we build and run platforms. What You'll Do Build and evolve automated platform capabilities for development, testing, and deployment Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable, repeatable delivery Embed Infrastructure-as-Code and eliminate manual processes Integrate security into engineering workflows (secure by design) Support teams with tools, standards, and best practices Improve automation, performance, and developer experience Collaborate across engineering, security, and operations Monitor and enhance...

BMS Commissioning Engineer, Tridium, Trend or Siemens Immediate start 4 - 6 month contract £300 - £360 per day Our client requires an accomplished BMS Commissioning Engineer with Tridium, Trend or Siemens Building Management Controls experience to join their team on either a project in London or a site in Hertforshire . There are several roles and projects currently available in: the City, East London and also in Hertfordshire, the best site would depend on your location and experience for each project. This is on a contract basis and will initially run for 4 to 6  months. To start immediately and is likely to be extended on a rolling basis.  This position could also be as the Lead Commissioning Engineer if you have the right experience and the rate would then reflect this. Key skills required:- Experienced in the Commissioning of Building Management Systems ( BMS ) Qualified and experienced with Tridium ,Trend or Siemens Control systems. CSCS Skill Card or equivalent is...

Engineering Technical Author Apprentice Location: Alfreton, Derbyshire - DE55 7RGSalary: Competitive Apprentice Salary (Above National Minimum Apprentice Rate)Hours: 39 Hours per Week, Monday to FridayApprenticeship: Level 3 Engineering Design TechnicianDuration: 42 Months Start Your Engineering Career with Autochair!  Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to build a career in engineering while gaining a recognised qualification At Autochair, we design and manufacture innovative mobility solutions that help improve people's independence and quality of life. Our products are trusted by customers across the UK and internationally, and we're proud to combine engineering expertise with a commitment to making a real difference. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated **Engineering Technical Author Apprentice** to join our Engineering Department. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on engineering experience while studying towards a **Level 3 Engineering...

Healthcare Project | Immediate Start | 12-Month Contract Location: RCT Rate: £350-£400/day CIS Duration: 12 Months+ Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 6:00pm (12-hour shifts) Sphere Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Site Manager to join a major healthcare construction project on a long-term freelance basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile healthcare development, managing key civils and infrastructure packages from commencement through to completion. Key Responsibilities * Oversee day-to-day site operations across civil engineering and infrastructure works. * Manage subcontractors, direct labour and plant resources. * Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to specification. * Coordinate drainage, utilities, roads, external works and associated infrastructure packages. * Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and health & safety audits. * Liaise with clients,...

Engineering Configuration Manager Filton (Hybrid - typically 60% onsite, subject to change) 35 hours per week | 4.5-day working pattern Contract until July 2027 (with potential extension) £28.41 per hour (PAYE) / £38.00 per hour (Umbrella) About the Role Guidant Global is partnering with Airbus to offer an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Configuration Manager to join the Digital Wing team. You'll play a key role in shaping and managing configuration across multiple aircraft programmes, working at the heart of engineering, digital transformation, and programme delivery. This is a highly collaborative role where you will influence change, drive process excellence, and support the full lifecycle of aircraft configuration management. You'll be part of a forward-thinking environment focused on innovation, digitalisation, and continuous improvement. What You'll Be Doing As an Engineering Configuration Manager, you will: Lead and manage end-to-end engineering change...

Location: North Wales (100% Onsite) Duration: 6 months (possible extension) Status: IR35 – In Scope Security: SC Clearance required Interview: Face to Face Pay: £32.74 Umbrella Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership, governance, and airworthiness assurance within a regulated electronic component MRO&U environment supporting military systems. You will act as the engineering authority for approvals, repair schemes, and capability development, ensuring compliance with MAOS, MIL Part 145, AS9100/AS9110, and ISO 9001 standards. The role leads through three Section Managers covering Development, Product Support & Obsolescence, and Additive Manufacturing. Key Responsibilities * Engineering authority for airworthiness and regulatory compliance * Approval of engineering reports, repair schemes, and technical data * Governance of MAOS, MIL Part 145, AS9100/9110, and ISO 9001 * Leadership of three Section...

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)

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for M&E Manager on a 6 month Contract, based in Luton. Role Summary To oversee the M&E works and support the site manager in the day to day running of the project eventually taking over as SR163 site manager for the project when the project needs dictate. Act as cover on site when the site manager is not on site and to supervise the works on site including interfacing with and sensibly monitoring any subcontractors whilst feeding back the necessary information whilst ensuring the project runs efficiently, on time, on budget and to the highest standards of safety and quality. Job Duties * Take responsibility for the M&E works on the project, eventually stepping up to site manager for the whole project * Ensure compliance to CDM regulations on site. * Ensure all setting to work procedures are followed * Ensure works are delivered to a programme whilst maintaining the highest standards of health and safety * Produce...

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...