28 engineering jobs found in Plymouth

Carmichael UK are seeking a competent Site Engineer to join a major project in Plymouth on a long term basis.  Due to the site being a high Security base, additional security checks will need to be made – BPSS level of security clearance is required. These checks can take up to 4-6 weeks to process. Only candidates holding EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passports and have been a UK residence for the last 5 years can be considered for this role. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for the following:  Manage in the preparation of ‘as-built drawings’. Establishing effective systems to record work completed updating the Project Quality Plan accordingly. To manage in managing systems to enable the progress of work to be reviewed against time, quality, dimensions and quantity. Assist in the recording and testing of workmanship and materials, i.e., drainage, concrete, piling, brickwork etc. Provides engineering support to ensure technical problems are overcome and...

Site Engineer (Setting Out) – Major Civil Engineering Project Location: Plymouth Contract: Long-term / Freelance (Inside IR35) or Permanent Security Clearance: Required – applicants must be UK Nationals Overview Carmichael UK has a fantastic opportunity for Site Engineers with strong setting-out experience to join a long-term civil engineering project in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established delivery team on a variety of civil engineering works, playing a key role in the accurate and safe delivery of site activities. The role covers both self-delivered and subcontracted works. The Role As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for day-to-day engineering activities on site, with a strong emphasis on setting out and dimensional control. You will support and mentor junior engineers where required and provide technical input across multiple areas of delivery. You will contribute to: RAMS Temporary Works briefs ITPs Weekly progress...

Title: Welder (class 1) Location: Plymouth Salary or Rate: £36.50p/hour to £43.66p/hour (Inside IR35) plus accommodation Hours: Full time Type: Contract HSB ID: 936/276 HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors. We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas – visit our website or LinkedIn page for more. HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business. The below job description will outline this position of a Class 1 Welder working with welding materials and techniques that are essential for the construction, maintenance, and repair of components. HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business entity. Typically, this person will be able to Weld Pipes and equipment in place with submarine components. Duties and responsibilities of the Welder • Using hand and machine tools to cut,...

Staff Engineer & Project Manager | Enterprise Change to Win (eCTW) Location: Plymouth (Onsite - Building 2) Contract Duration: 12 Months Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30 Are you a high-caliber Engineer with a knack for steering complex projects toward the finish line? We are seeking a Staff Engineer / Project Manager to join our Specimen Management manufacturing team in Plymouth. In this pivotal role, you will lead the "Enterprise Change to Win" (eCTW) initiative, driving high-impact cost reduction, process optimisation, and technical innovation. Reporting to a Global Lead based in the US, you will act as the onsite technical authority for end-to-end project execution. Your Impact Project Leadership: Own the scoping, resource allocation, and budget management for complex engineering initiatives. Process Engineering: Execute Manufacturing Work Orders (MWOs), engineering studies, and rigorous validation protocols. Operational Excellence: Identify and implement...

Role: Principal Safety Engineer Location: Plymouth(Hybrid) Duration: 12 months Inside IR35: Umbrella About our client: Our client in Devonport is a leading engineering and maritime organisation specialising in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of naval vessels. The site operates with a skilled workforce across mechanical, electrical, and technical disciplines, delivering high-quality and complex engineering projects. It offers a structured and collaborative working environment with opportunities for hands-on experience and professional development. Main Purpose of Role Responsible for ensuring the delivery of the safety engineering aspects of the facility. Ensure systems are designed against a clear statement of compliance with defined requirements, including demonstration that the design meets relevant HSE requirements. Guiding the development of engineering to the required scope and quality to support timely delivery of the project. Review of Safety Engineering...

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Project Engineer to support delivery of highways tunnelling project located in Plymouth. Your main responsibility is to assist the Delivery Manager with the delivery of one of either three packages of work (Electrical, Mechanical and Telecoms). This will involve working with the Delivery Manager, project team, designers, main contractor and installation contractors to safely deliver the project, on time, to stated quality, at minimum cost and to client satisfaction. Projects rely on accurate technical delivery. Gaps between design and installation can lead to delays, rework, and performance issues. A capable Engineer helps ensure systems are delivered correctly, supporting smooth commissioning, reliable operation, and long-term building performance. This is a contract role for a minimum of three/four months, working within a highways environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating...

Electrical Package Manager Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.30 pm (45) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Electrical Package Manager. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Eligibility criteria Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO, or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. About the role As an experienced Electrical Package Manager, you will be responsible for the following: • Ensure all works...

Site Engineer Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.00 pm (45) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented experienced Site Engineer to join our dynamic team delivering the redevelopment project at Devonport, Dockyard. The successful candidate will be working on one of the UK’s most significant defence programmes. As a Site Engineer, you'll be working within the Devonport Dockyard team, assisting the Engineer in managing the technical compliance of the project to the design specification to fulfil the assigned project (or section)...

Section Engineer Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.00 pm (45) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented experienced Section Engineer to join our dynamic team delivering the redevelopment project at Devonport, Dockyard. The successful candidate will be working on one of the UK’s most significant defence programmes. As a Section Engineer, you'll be working within the Devonport Dockyard team, the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth and we are seeking an experienced Section Engineer. Due to the sensitive...

Abatec is recruiting for a Sub Agent to join one of Southwest’s biggest Civil Engineering projects. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning tier-one contractor that has secured an exciting, challenging, and ongoing project in Plymouth, Devon. The successful candidate will have previously worked in a similar position on major projects and will be required to manage the technical compliance of the project to the design specification to fulfil the assigned project safely, on time, and to the required quality. As Sub Agent you will: * Produce RAMS and ITP’s * Act as a point of contact on site * Ensure all quality documentation is completed to company standards * Manage the Site Engineers, resolving any technical queries, liaising with the main contractor representatives. * Have previous experience of working in the water sector. Our client requires a Sub Agent with: * HNC/Degree or in Civil Engineering or equivalent. * Experience of working in a similar...

Abatec is recruiting for a Sub Agent to join one of Southwest’s biggest Civil Engineering projects. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning tier-one contractor that has secured an exciting, challenging, and ongoing project in Plymouth, Devon. The successful candidate will have previously worked in a similar position on major projects and will be required to manage the technical compliance of the project to the design specification to fulfil the assigned project safely, on time, and to the required quality. As Sub Agent you will: * Produce RAMS and ITP’s * Act as a point of contact on site * Ensure all quality documentation is completed to company standards * Manage the Site Engineers, resolving any technical queries, liaising with the main contractor representatives. * Have previous experience of working in the water sector. Our client requires a Sub Agent with: * HNC/Degree or in Civil Engineering or equivalent. * Experience of working in a similar...

Abatec is recruiting for a freelance Site Engineer to join one of Southwest’s biggest Civil Engineering projects. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning tier-one contractor that has secured an exciting, challenging, and ongoing project in Plymouth, Devon. The successful candidate will have previously worked in a similar position on major projects. As Site Engineer you will: * Have a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in setting out on civil engineering schemes. * Use a robotic total station to provide levelling and survey the site * Check drawings and quantities, ensuring the accuracy of calculations. * Assist in the preparation of ‘as-built drawings’ * Comply with the site-specific health and safety protocols to ensure any health and safety concerns are identified and reported as necessary. Our client requires a Site Engineer with: * Experience with Leica Survey equipment (GPS, Total Station, Optical, and digital levels). * Valid CSCS and experience...

Class 2 HGV Driver Buckfastleigh, Devon £14.00 per hour – Days £15.00 per hour – Nights Weekly Pay Monday to Friday | Temp to Perm We currently have a great opportunity for a Class 2 HGV Driver to operate Tanker vehicles for a busy drainage and civil engineering contractor working across Devon and the Southwest. The Role Driving and operating Class 2 Tanker vehicles Drain cleaning and jetting operations Supporting site teams when required Completing vehicle checks and paperwork Requirements Class 2 licence (experience preferred but not required) Driver CPC Digital Tachograph Card CSCS card preferred (training can be provided for the right candidate) What’s On Offer £14ph Days | £15ph Nights Weekly pay Temp to perm opportunity Ongoing work with a well-established contractor Apply now or call our office on (phone number removed) for immediate consideration

Site Manager (Contract) - Wind Farm Project Location: St Austell, Cornwall Salary: £25/hr Contract: 6 Months Role Overview ARM is recruiting a Site Manager for a wind farm project in Cornwall. You'll oversee the delivery, erection, and commissioning of turbines in an active quarry environment. Hours: 8-hour days, 5 days/week early phase; 12-hour days, 6 days/week during erection. Key Responsibilities Manage daily site operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient work. Support Project Manager with planning, coordination, and supervision of construction activities. Liaise with turbine suppliers, quarry management, and subcontractors. Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards under CDM Regulations. Oversee logistics, lifting plans, traffic management, and exclusion zones. Maintain site records, permits, inspections, and compliance documentation. Lead incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions. Support project handover and close-out...

A loyal client to Sphere are looking to appoint an Engineer to commence a new role with immediate effect. Your new company are a large national contractor, who specialise in Utilities, Infrastructure, Building, Energy, and Water sectors. My client are currently working across a Wind Farm scheme in Cornwall, which encompasses Turbines, Cabling, Pipework, Civils, and Power / Generators. Duties would involve Setting Out, QA, CAD, As-Builts, and Surveys etc. An Engineering Degree / Qualification and CSCS would be essential. My client are happy to have the Robotic Kit provided by the individual, or hired by themselves, although pay rates will be dependant on this. For further information or to express your interest in this position, please contact Jack Durrant at your earliest convenience

Earthworks Section Engineer – Hinkley Point C  Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Contract: Long‑term freelance IR35: Inside IR35 Sector: Major Civils / Earthworks / Nuclear New Build Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Earthworks Section Engineer to join the delivery team on the landmark Hinkley Point C project. This is a major opportunity to work on one of the UK’s largest and most complex infrastructure programmes. Key Responsibilities Oversee earthworks operations including excavation, filling, compaction and material management. Produce and review task briefs, ITPs, method statements and risk assessments. Manage site engineers and ensure all surveying, setting‑out and quality documentation is completed accurately. Ensure works comply with design specifications, engineering standards and safety requirements. Coordinate with construction teams, planners, designers and subcontractors. Monitor progress, report on daily...

Project Logistics & Schedule Seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support a major substation development in the South West. Contract duration: Starting 2nd March and running through to end of December. Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm. No evening or weekend work expected. Project Overview The project is part of a large-scale infrastructure development involving a 400/132 kV substation supporting significant regional assets, including a major data centre and an EV battery manufacturing facility. The site is currently in the mobilisation phase. While construction activity is heavily civils‑focused at present, this position is specifically for a power-focused Project Engineer. The wider programme is anticipated to run through to 2029. Candidate Requirements & Qualifications The role requires candidates to hold relevant authorisations, including: Earthing Application Person (EAP) Earthing Control Person (ECP) Low Voltage Authorised Person...

Site Planner - Energy Outage Projects Location: Devon - Contract: 6 Months+ Start: Preparation phase prior to the outage (scheduled to begin April) Working Arrangement: Full-time on-site Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Planner to support an outage project at an energy facility in Devon. This role is integral to both the preparation and delivery phases of the outage programme. The successful candidate will join during the lead-in period to develop and refine the project schedule, then support programme delivery throughout the outage. Working closely with the facility operator and contractors on site, the Site Planner will coordinate activities, monitor progress, and help ensure the smooth delivery of mechanical and electrical installation works. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain project schedules using Oracle Primavera P6 Support the preparation phase, including programme development and sequencing of works Coordinate with site teams, contractors, and...

We are currently seeking a Nuclear Specialist with strong experience in uranium enrichment to support a major programme within the UK nuclear sector. This role will be based in either Bristol or Gloucester and offers the opportunity to contribute to technically complex work within the nuclear fuel cycle. We are particularly interested in individuals who have experience working with EDF or other major nuclear operators, alongside strong technical knowledge of uranium enrichment processes and nuclear safety. Key Responsibilities * Provide specialist expertise across uranium enrichment and the nuclear fuel cycle * Support the development, authoring and review of Nuclear Safety Cases * Contribute to safety assessments and safety justification activities * Work closely with engineering and safety teams to ensure compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements * Engage with UK or international nuclear regulators as part of safety case and...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Hv Fitter on a Permanent Basis, based in South West. Role Summary As an HV Fitter, you’ll be at the core of our high voltage operations, helping to maintain, install, and repair critical infrastructure for DNOs, IDNOs, and private clients across the South West. In a typical day, you could expect to be: * Installing and maintaining HV equipment and switchgear, including AIS and GIS systems up to 132kV * Working on power transformers, protection panels, battery chargers, SCADA/telecontrol panels, and more * Carrying out planned and emergency maintenance across customer and DNO networks * Interpreting technical drawings, setting out installation work, and ensuring all activities comply with design specs and safety standards * Collaborating with engineers, project managers and clients to ensure efficient, safe delivery of work * Participating in out-of-hours and standby duties to respond to urgent operational issues...