1303 engineering jobs found in Reading

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...

Automotive Programme Engineer - Weights Engineering - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr umbrella rate Do you have a customer focused mindset and programme delivery experience? Along with a proven understanding of weight and mass properties? if so, are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? This exciting opportunity as an Automotive Programme Engineer - Weights Engineering offers you the chance to play a pivotal role in shaping innovative vehicle designs and delivering exceptional programme results. With a focus on cutting-edge automotive engineering, this role promises career growth, exposure to industry-leading projects, and the chance to make a tangible impact on the future of vehicle development. What You Will Do:  - Lead the coordination of vehicle weight data across all functional teams to ensure seamless integration. - Own programme-level weight targets, including setting, balancing, and reporting status to senior teams. - Utilise control models to...

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 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...

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...

Senior Project Manager Reading 6-Month Contract Paying up to £88p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to already hold a high level of UK Security clearance Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of a Digital HR SaaS/COTS solution Manage the full project lifecycle including RFP, supplier selection, implementation, go-live, hypercare and transition to BAU Create and maintain project plans, governance, reporting, risk, and budget controls Coordinate cross-functional teams, including HR, Procurement, Finance, Commercial and Technical stakeholders Manage external delivery partners and systems integrators to ensure delivery against milestones and quality standards Support contract mobilisation and ensure compliance with governance, architecture, and security frameworks Drive issue resolution, dependency management, and stakeholder communication at the senior level Work closely with Product Owners and Solution Architects to ensure...

AI Engineer 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - hybrid working - 2 days a week on site The AI Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing AI-driven solutions, with a focus on document intelligence, automation, and scalable AI workflows. Aligned to an outcome-based delivery model, the role ensures AI capabilities are production-ready, validated, and integrated into enterprise systems to deliver measurable business value. Responsibilities: Design and build AI-driven workflows for document extraction and processing. Develop and integrate AI pipelines into enterprise applications. Support scaling of AI capabilities across datasets and use cases. Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, data governance, and security standards. Build and optimise AI pipelines for extraction, transformation, and validation. Ensure accuracy, quality, and performance of AI outputs. Implement validation frameworks and tracking for AI model performance. Deploy...

I am currently working alongside a UK's market leading groundworks and RC frame sub - contractor. My client is looking to onboard an engineer to manage the engineering of an ongoing Large RC frame structure for a major project that is being delivered. Site engineer responsibilities: * Setting out and producing As built surveys * Reporting to project engineer * Health and safety compliance to the highest level * QA * Raising design issues * RFI's Site engineer requirements: * Valid CSCS Card * Civil engineering degree * Laptop and AutoCAD * SMSTS or SSSTS - not essential (Desirable). Please apply and one of my team will be in touch

SC Cleared Tech Lead 6 Months 1 Day per week on site in Reading £(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35) ***Due to the nature of the role and the client, the selected candidate MUST HAVE ACTIVE SC Clearance*** My client, a government based department are looking for an SC Cleared Tech Lead to join their fast-paced team on an initial 6 month contract. The selected candidate MUST HAVE CQRS experience and event-driven-architecture. Acts as the technical lead for backend development within a pod, specialising in event-driven architecture and CQRS-based systems. Core Skills:CQRS (non-negotiable), Event Sourcing, .NET / Java / Python, Azure Service Bus, API Development, Distributed Systems Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency...

Setting Out Site Engineer needed in Reading Location: Reading RG2 Rate: £280 -£350 per day Hours: 7.30 to 5pm Job Type: Contract - 1 month Job Description: Stridden Limited are recruiting for an established Groundworkers and Civils Contractor who are currently looking for an experienced Setting Out Site Engineer to join their team. You will be a key member of their site team, responsible for the technical and quality control of civil engineering works in Reading. Site Engineer Key Duties: Your role will involve: · Setting out and conducting surveys to ensure all work is carried out to the highest level of accuracy, in line with engineering drawings and project specifications. · Managing and supervising subcontractors and direct labour, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. · Inspecting and auditing work on-site, implementing quality assurance procedures, and preparing comprehensive daily reports. · Acting as the primary point...

Quality Engineer - Reading, UK (On-site) Contract position - 7 months Our client is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join a major infrastructure project based in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-driven QC Inspector or Quality Engineer to play a key role in delivering quality assurance on a high-profile, safety-critical site. Role Overview As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for reviewing and accepting procedures and documentation in line with requirements, ensuring full compliance across all project phases. You will carry out inspections in accordance with approved Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), conduct on-site inspections, and witness testing activities to verify works meet detailed design specifications. Working closely with project teams, the Quality Engineer will support the ongoing review and final acceptance of Lifetime Records (LTRs), ensuring all documentation is accurate, complete, and aligned with regulatory standards. You...

Astute's contract team is partnering with a leading Defence consultancy to recruit a Submarine Marine Engineer for a hybrid role, with 1-2 days a week in Reading. The Submarine Marine Engineer role comes with and hourly rate of £65 per hour. Key skills required for the Submarine Marine Engineer role Cat A2 Submariner experience. Foundation degree in Engineering at a minimum. Hold SC clearance. Location, day rate and details of the Submarine Marine Engineer role Hybrid working, 1-2 days per week in Reading. Outside IR35. £65 per hour. Start date, ASAP.Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident...

We are currently working with a large engineering consultancy who are actively seeking a Health & Safety Manager, for a data centre project near Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the chance to work on a flagship data centre scheme. Health & Safety Lead Responsibilities: * Provide EHS leadership and coordination within the division, to direct training matters, competency requirements both internal and external in order to comply with statutory and other requirements and also to improve project leaders' abilities and understanding of the EHSMS. * Be proactive in all matters concerning the role. * Report on business EHS risks, KPIs and trends accurately with data and recommend constructive actions towards continuous improvements. * Coordinate all EHS Matters within the Division and report constructively all EHS matters to the Business Unit Manager and EHS Manager. * Audit and inspect projects and the EHS Management system in the...