1335 engineering jobs found in Northampton

CONTRACT ENGINEERING BUYER  6-12 months rolling, Immediate start available  Innovative manufacturer is looking for a contract Production Buyer to support some of their key projects. As contract Buyer, it will be a varied Purchasing role with responsibility for direct purchasing within manufacture supporting the Purchasing Manager to procure day-to-day items across a mechanical / electro-mechanical commodity range for production, from mechanical components/assemblies including metalwork to cables, electronics, and consumables. Key accountabilities for contract Buyer will include:  Supporting the  purchasing of shop floor items Price negotiation  / ensuring the lowest overall cost of acquisition. Placing purchase orders for a defined range of suppliers, using the SAP / MRP / ERP system Ensure suppliers deliver product to agreed delivery dates.  Cost reductions Monitor supplier performance To succeed in this interesting Buyer's role, you will need: Previous purchasing /...

This role offers the opportunity for a Engineering Technician to work within a hands‑on engineering environment, supporting the build, testing and development of advanced systems. Working as part of a small, collaborative team, you will be involved in end‑to‑end activities across assembly, prototyping and production support. The position suits someone with strong engineering enthusiasm who is comfortable working closely with engineers, suppliers and contractors to support project delivery. The Engineering Technician will be responsible for: * Supporting precision assembly of complex electromechanical systems and prototypes * Building components from engineering drawings, schematics and standard operating procedures * Assisting with prototyping and iterative build activities within an R&D environment * Identifying and resolving mechanical or electrical faults during build and testing * Recording build data, test results and quality observations accurately *...

POSITION OVERVIEW Randstad is recruiting a Land Surveyor for a major section of HS2 in Aylesbury. This significant package of works consists of precast elements and insitu reinforced concrete, groundworks and drainage. The project involves complex sequencing, strict tolerances, and high requirements for accuracy, quality, and coordination across multiple work fronts. We require a Land Surveyor to manage survey control, setting out, and dimensional accuracy across the site. Previous HS2 experience highly desirable. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Survey Control: Establish, maintain, and verify primary and secondary survey control networks across multiple active work fronts. Setting Out: Deliver precise setting out for heavy precast elements, modular components, and insitu reinforced concrete works. Tolerance Management: Monitor and enforce strict engineering tolerances to ensure exact alignment of structural elements. As-Built Surveys: Conduct regular as-built surveys and data...

Job Title: Engineering Teacher                                                                                                                                 Location: Derby Start Date: September 2026 Salary: £168 - £232 per day TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school based in Swadlincote. The school is a well-subscribed secondary school with a feel of the community. The school boasts fantastic facilities and offers opportunities both inside and outside of lessons to promote students’ engagement, to help them flourish personally and academically. The school is looking to take on an Engineering Teacher on a long term, full-time placement within their Design Technology department.The successful applicant will be working across Key Stage 5, including exam preparation for exams. The role will be paramount in helping students achieve excellent results in the subject, whilst following and implementing the schemes of learning. The successful...

Mechanical Engineering Lead Location: Reading, UK Salary Range: £103,300 - £139,900 About the Role We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Lead to join the Project Management Team supporting a major pre-FEED contractor office in Reading, UK. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership and engineering expertise on behalf of the JV, ensuring safe, operable, cost-effective, and technically robust mechanical engineering solutions across the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with project management, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to optimise scope, manage technical risk, and support efficient project execution. Key Responsibilities Provide mechanical engineering leadership aligned with project objectives and delivery strategies Support the development of safe, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions during pre-FEED and FEED phases Drive value improvement and capital efficiency initiatives within the...

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...

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...

Working Environment The organisation is building momentum in AI but remains relatively early in its maturity. This creates both ambiguity and opportunity. You will work closely with engineers, technical leaders, product and delivery colleagues, supporting teams as they learn, adapt and scale AI-enabled engineering practices. Success depends on judgement, empathy and clear communication as much as technical understanding. What You'll Be Doing - Provide leadership and support to engineering teams delivering AI-enabled products and platforms - Act as a visible engineering leader, shaping culture, collaboration and professional standards - Support the adoption of AI-assisted development practices to improve delivery and quality - Work with senior engineers and technical leads to influence technical decisions and delivery approaches - Help teams navigate change, ambiguity and evolving priorities - Translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders where needed - Build...

Design Manager - Civils, Structures & Infrastructure Works TLG Infrastructure are currently recruiting for an experienced Design Manager to work for an established Civil Engineering contractor operating across railway, power, highways and data centre construction. The successful candidate will have a strong background in structural or civil engineering design and experience managing multidisciplinary design teams through all stages of project delivery. You will work closely with consultants, clients, contractors, and internal project teams to ensure designs are coordinated, buildable, and delivered on programme. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the design process for civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams, consultants, and stakeholders. Act as the primary interface between the client, consultants, and project delivery teams. Review and manage design deliverables, ensuring compliance with project requirements, standards,...

Freelance Civil Engineering Project Manager Location: Dover / Rochester, Kent Rate: £450 per day (CIS) An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Freelance Civil Engineering Project Manager to oversee the delivery of marine and civil engineering works within a live 24/7 operational port environment. Working on a long-term infrastructure project, you'll take responsibility for the safe and successful delivery of works, ensuring projects are completed on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of marine and landside civil engineering projects from planning through to completion. Develop and manage project programmes, lookahead schedules and sequencing of works. Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure efficient project delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with the client, stakeholders and operational teams. Manage subcontractor performance, site logistics and...

Engineering Technician (Contract) — 6 Months Location: On site near Bath. Contract Type: 6-Month Contract Rate: Dependant on experience Our client is a healthcare technology and diagnostics company developing. They're looking for an Engineering Technician to join their engineering team on a 6-month contract, supporting internal development programs and helping resolve reliability issues, trial design improvements, and run tests and experiments alongside scientists and engineers. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong mechanical/electrical assembly background and a genuine interest in scientific instrumentation. Key Responsibilities * Executing repairs and modifications to equipment and simple mechanical presses * Analysis of defective equipment * Product and component testing, including reliability testing * Developing protocols to commission simple production equipment, including equipment qualification * Promoting cGMP compliance within a pilot...

Overview Our client, a specialist contractor delivering major geotechnical and foundation works across the UK’s largest infrastructure programmes, is seeking an experienced Supervisor to support the safe and successful delivery of ground engineering works on site. Job Description Reporting to a General Superintendent or senior site management, you will play a key operational role coordinating daily site activities and supervising construction teams across designated work areas, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, to high quality standards, and in line with the programme. Working closely with engineers, construction teams, subcontractors, and specialist operatives, you will contribute to the delivery of technically complex geotechnical and foundation packages. Key Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day construction activities across designated work areas Coordinate site operations to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme and...

Role: Project Coordinator Hours: Monday-Friday 40 hours per week Location: Bristol Start Date: ASAP, up to 4 weeks We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator to support a long-term engineering project where vehicles are going through a full transformation project, this is a highly regulated industry with experience to grow. We are looking for someone who ideally has experience within Engineering (Construction, Manufacturing etc.) coordinating projects or working as an assistant project manager. You will be responsible for managing the full project administration process on Microsoft Project, being a key client interface and supporting the project as it enters a critical phase in the process. Should you believe you are suitable, apply for the position and we will be happy to provide further information on the project

Employment: Freelance Ltd company Our client, a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to join their growing team in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity to lead the delivery of some of the region’s most prestigious infrastructure schemes, managing civils and earthworks projects from inception through to completion. The Role Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of civils and earthworks projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key responsibilities: * Leading the delivery of civils and infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to handover * Managing site teams, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure efficient project execution * Overseeing project programmes and driving progress to meet key milestones * Managing...

Site Engineer x2 - Major Civil Engineering Project | East Anglia | £400/day CIS We are currently recruiting 2 x Site Engineers for a major civil engineering project based in East Anglia. These roles are ideally suited to experienced Site Engineers with a strong civil engineering background and extensive quality assurance experience. The successful candidates will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality requirements. Key Responsibilities Ensure all Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) are implemented and followed throughout the project. Carry out and manage all associated quality assurance activities. Coordinate and obtain regular sign-off with SPR at key stages of the works. Maintain accurate quality records and documentation. Work closely with the site team to ensure works are completed safely and to the required standards. Support the successful delivery of the project through...

Morson Talent currently have an exciting new position for an Engineering Administrator to join our prestigious Aerospace client based in Yeovil. This is a contract initially 12 months. MAIN ACTIVITIES AND TASKS - Data entry by logging and tracking all Eng technical documents and finally loading and releasing them onto SAP. - Document archiving activity in support of an ongoing project. - Other activities such as hospitality bookings, meeting room set up Health and Safety data entry - Processing purchase requisitions - Submission of maintenance requests IT requests and maintenance of various logs. MUST HAVES: - Have the ability to communicate with all levels of personnel including at Director level. - Be a proactive, approachable, efficient person who has good attention to detail. - Great communication skills. - Capable of working on their own for some part but also part of the wider team. - Someone who has experience/knowledge of systems/processes and procedures...

Freelance Contract Manager / Contract Administrator Location: Old Oak Common Station, London Rate: £550-£600 per day (Ltd Company) Duration: Long-term Contract Freelance Contract Manager / Contract Administrator - Major HS2 Infrastructure Project We are recruiting for an experienced Contract Manager / Contract Administrator to join a leading specialist contractor delivering the £350 million cladding and structural steel package on the landmark HS2 Old Oak Common Station project. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's largest infrastructure schemes, working on a high-profile package within a collaborative project team. The role offers a long-term contract for an experienced professional with strong NEC contract expertise. This position would also suit an experienced Commercial Manager with a strong background in NEC contracts who is looking to focus on contract management and administration on a major project. The Role Working closely with the commercial and...

Great opportunity to work as a Forklift Driver for our client's Logistics Hub for fizzy drinks and pet food, amongst some smaller clients. Staffline is recruiting Forklift Drivers in Northampton. The rate of pay is: - Monday to Friday £13.48 per hour - Days 4 on 4 off, £13.75 per hour - Nights 4 on 4 off, £14.22 per hour Overtime is available and is paid at £20.62 - £21.33 per hour. This is a full-time role working fixed shifts, and the hours of work are: - 4 on 4 off, 6am to 6pm - 4 on 4 off, 6pm to 6am - Monday to Friday, 6am to 2pm or 2pm to 10pm Your Time at Work As a Forklift Driver, you will be responsible for: - Safely Operating Forklift Trucks - Racking Our Perfect Worker Our perfect worker will be able to do some manual handling. Applicants will hold a Forklift Licence, Bendi is preferred, but will upskill from CB, reach or VNA. Experience in a similar role is required. Key Information and Benefits - Earn £13.48 - £21.33 per hour...

Job Title: Coach / Vehicle Builders. Location: Kings Heath Depot, Northampton. Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm (50 hours per week) Rates: £18.68 PAYE £23.83 Umbrella (pre 12 weeks) £25.11 Umbrella (post 12 weeks) Duration: Ongoing (long-term contract) Company Summary: Working for a leading global provider of mobility solutions across urban, interurban and freight transportation sectors. Position Summary: This role is based at a newly refurbished depot in Northampton, supporting large-scale overhaul projects. You will be part of a team of Vehicle Builders responsible for refitting and modernising the interiors of train carriages. Key Responsibilities: Stripping and preparing vehicles for repair work Cutting and fitting materials to precise measurements Installing components such as panels, flooring, carpets and seating using materials including wood, metal, composites, sealants and adhesives Assembling, fitting and finishing interior and exterior features Using...

MIG Welder (Structural Steel) 📍 Location: Northampton 💷 £17.00 per hour 🕒 Immediate Start Available We're looking for an experienced MIG Welder to join a busy structural steel fabrication company in Northampton. The Role • MIG welding structural mild steel • Working with 6mm–10mm material thicknesses • Welding structural steel components • Producing high-quality welds while following health and safety procedures Requirements • Previous experience in structural steel MIG welding • Confident welding 6mm–10mm mild steel • Reliable, hardworking, and quality focused • Available to start immediately What's on Offer • £17.00 per hour • Immediate start • Ongoing, full-time work • Opportunity to join a well-established fabrication company • Supportive working environment Apply today by sending your CV, or contact us for more information. Skills Required welder, mig, tig, sctructural