130 engineering jobs found in Stretford

Engineering Manager - Water Industry Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £400 to £535 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction design specialist is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to support the delivery of projects across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide Key Responsibilities Identify and implement appropriate, safe, efficient and value-engineered design solutions and communicate these to client and project teams Act as Professional Head for design function Guide design in compliance with relevant technical, professional and water...

Position: Mechanical Engineering Lecturer Type: Full-Time, Temporary (Ongoing) Location: Greater Manchester Rate: £40 - £50 per hour Eden Brown are currently seeking an enthusiastic Mechanical Engineering Lecturer to join a leading further education college in Greater Manchester. This exciting opportunity is ideal for an experienced professional with a passion for teaching and a strong background in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in CAD/CAM, Thermodynamics, and Mechanical Principles. Role Overview: The primary focus of this role will be on the planning, delivery, and assessment of theory-based skills for Level 5 students. You will teach key subjects such as CAD/CAM, Thermodynamics, and Mechanical Principles, helping students develop a solid understanding of these core engineering concepts. You will play a pivotal role in supporting student progress and ensuring that all learning outcomes are met. Key Responsibilities: * Plan, deliver, and assess...

Job Title: Engineering Manager (Data Engineering) Location: Manchester (Campus-MR8) - Hybrid The Role We are looking for an Engineering Manager to lead the team migrating our legacy SAP EEC system to SAP S/4HANA (RISE with SAP). You will be accountable for people leadership, platform health, and high-stakes delivery outcomes. While this isn't a day-to-day coding role, you'll need the technical credibility to guide architectural decisions and mentor a high-performing engineering team. Key Responsibilities Lead & Mentor: Directly manage and grow a team of backend/data engineers. Strategic Delivery: Partner with Product and Architecture to shape roadmaps and ensure SOX/GDPR compliance. Technical Excellence: Drive ownership of critical production systems, technical debt reduction, and cloud-native practices. Requirements 2+ years of formal Engineering Management experience. 10+ years in Backend Software Development. Proven experience leading legacy-to-cloud migrations or...

Principal/Senior Civil Design Engineer (Water Industry) Location: Manchester (Hybrid working) Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £400 to £490 per day (outisde IR35) An established engineering consultancy business is seeking an experienced Principal/Senior Civil Design Engineer to support the delivery of civil design solutions across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the UK Water Industry Key Responsibilities Produce civil design deliverables that meet safety, quality and regulatory requirements Identify efficient design solutions from scopes and site visits, communicating effectively with clients and project teams Direct, support and develop CAD Technicians, junior designers and graduates Prepare design risk assessments, reports and technical specifications Ensure designs comply with relevant technical, professional and water...

Design Manager - Water Industry Location: Manchester (Hybrid working) Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £355 to £445 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction design specialist is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support the delivery of projects across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide Key Responsibilities Manage, direct and develop engineers, CAD technicians and graduates. Grow the design team and maintain a positive ethos and attitude within the team. Lead the design process on multidisciplinary water industry projects. Challenge, improve and shape formal processes...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Manchester (2 to 3 days a week in office) Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £355 to £445 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering design consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support the delivery of projects across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Various UMON projects in Sewage Treatment Works Pumped storm storage for CSOs and Sewage Treatment Works Key Responsibilities Provide design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements. Produce design calculations and drawings for the water industry Direct and develop CAD technicians and more junior designers and graduates. Design in compliance with relevant technical, professional and group standards. Required Qualifications & Experience min 10 years' mechanical design experience in the UK water industry...

Welder Salford Temp to Perm Pay rate - £13.67 per hour Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm Good Transport links across Greater Manchester Search recruitment are looking for an experienced welder/fabricator to join our industry leading manufacturing client based in Salford. The successful candidate must have Mig welding experience and be able to weld on a variety of metals. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to join a business that continues to grow. Duties of this role will include: Welding and Fabricating Supporting in the machine shop where necessary Cutting and drilling Grinding and polishing General labouring around the factory. Adhering to all health and safety while on site.The successful welder must: Be hardworking Have a minimum of 2 years experience Be comfortable working on their ownIf you are interested in this role for a welder please apply today or send an email to James.Mellon @(url removed) Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome...

Certain Advantage is hiring for a Temporary Administrator for our client in Salford Quays starting on Monday 30th March 2026. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a specialist pensions environment while working with a supportive and professional team. The role We are currently recruiting for temporary Administrators to support a well-established pensions specialist based in Salford Quays. This is a 3–6-month office-based assignment, ideal for someone with strong administrative and data-handling skills who is available to start immediately. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate data processing and efficient document management, supporting the wider pensions administration team during a busy period. Key Responsibilities Accurate data entry into internal systems and CRM platforms Scanning, indexing, and uploading documents and files to the CRM system Updating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets and administrative records General administrative support,...

Certain Advantage is hiring for Temporary Administrators for our client in Salford Quays starting on Monday 9th and Monday 16th March 2026. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a specialist pensions environment while working with a supportive and professional team. The role We are currently recruiting for temporary Administrators to support a well-established pensions specialist based in Salford Quays. This is a 3–6-month office-based assignment, ideal for someone with strong administrative and data-handling skills who is available to start immediately. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate data processing and efficient document management, supporting the wider pensions administration team during a busy period. Key Responsibilities Accurate data entry into internal systems and CRM platforms Scanning, indexing, and uploading documents and files to the CRM system Updating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets and administrative records General...

Certain Advantage is hiring for a Temporary Administrator, for our client in Salford Quays starting on Monday 2nd February 2026. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a specialist pensions environment while working with a supportive and professional team. The role We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Administrator to support a well-established pensions specialist based in Salford Quays. This is a 3-month office-based assignment, ideal for someone with strong administrative and data-handling skills who is available to start immediately. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate data processing and efficient document management, supporting the wider pensions administration team during a busy period. Key Responsibilities Accurate data entry into internal systems and CRM platforms Scanning, indexing, and uploading documents and files to the CRM system Updating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets and administrative records General administrative support,...

Certain Advantage is hiring for a Housing Support Administrator, for our client in Eccles, starting on Monday 16th February 2026. My client is seeking a proactive and efficient Housing Support Administrator to join their existing team on a temporary project.  This office-based role is essential in supporting daily administrative tasks and ensuring smooth communication and operations. Previous experience in housing is preferred but not essential. Key Responsibilities Communication: Handle incoming phone calls and emails with professionalism and efficiency. Compliance: Uploading certificates and raising work orders Bookings: Booking in contractor visits to site Invoicing: Process and manage invoicing tasks accurately General Administrative Support: Assist with various other administrative duties as required to support the team.  Requirements Experience: Prior administrative experience is beneficial. Experience within a housing environment is preferred, but not essential. Skills:...

Certain Advantage is hiring for a Housing Support Administrator, for our client in Eccles, starting on Monday 2nd February 2026. My client is seeking a proactive and efficient Housing Support Administrator to join their existing team on a temporary project.  This office-based role is essential in supporting daily administrative tasks and ensuring smooth communication and operations. Previous experience in housing is preferred but not essential. Key Responsibilities Communication: Handle incoming phone calls and emails with professionalism and efficiency. Compliance: Uploading certificates and raising work orders Bookings: Booking in contractor visits to site Invoicing: Process and manage invoicing tasks accurately General Administrative Support: Assist with various other administrative duties as required to support the team.  Requirements Experience: Prior administrative experience is beneficial. Experience within a housing environment is preferred, but not essential. Skills:...

We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to work on the UK's first commercial scale LAES plant, based in South Manchester. The position is available as a hybrid working arrangement Purpose: Coordinate the collection, consolidation as appropriate, transportation and tracking of goods to designated arrival to ensure;- Shipments prior to ROS date or agreed site schedule; - Appropriate handling is to industry standards ensuring condition of goods on arrival at destination. - The completeness and accuracy of Shipment Documentation and Files (Electronic and Hard Copy) Key Activities: The responsibilities of the role will include, but not limited to: Assess and determine order of priorities on a daily basis with regard to developing project priorities. Obtain details of cargo to be transported from Suppliers, HVP Engineering/QA Generate Project MMT reports in Aveva ERM Coordinate with Project FF on all day-to-day shipping activities. Monitor FF MMT relevant transport bookings....

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Low Carbon Location: Remote with occasional visits to the office for project meetings Team: Energy Transition Shape the future of low‑carbon energy! We're looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our client's growing Energy Transition Team and play a leading role in delivering the next generation of low‑ and zero‑carbon energy projects. If you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and want to influence the UK's transition to cleaner energy, this is a role where your impact will be felt for decades. About the Role As a senior member of a multidisciplinary engineering group, you will lead the development of mechanical designs across a diverse portfolio of energy projects - from early‑stage concept work through to construction, operation and eventual decommissioning. The work spans: Conventional power generation Energy‑from‑waste facilities Industrial energy systems Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) Future...

Architect/Architectural Technologist Location: Manchester Contract Type: Temporary Hours: 37.5 per week Company Overview A leading global engineering, infrastructure and project management organisation delivering complex, large scale programmes across the built environment. Operating across sectors including energy, defence, education, commercial and industrial infrastructure, the business provides end to end services from consultancy and engineering through to project delivery and asset lifecycle management. Teams work in highly integrated, multidisciplinary environments on nationally significant and technically challenging projects. Role Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Architect/Architectural Technologist to join a multidisciplinary team in Manchester on a long term contract basis. The role will focus on the architectural design and technical delivery of large scale industrial projects, including work within the nuclear sector. Experience in nuclear...

Our client, a leading consultancy in the water sector, is currently seeking a Project Manager with expertise in utilities to join their team on a contract basis. This role focuses on managing water projects, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Overseeing all aspects of clean water network projects from inception to completion Coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met Monitoring project progress, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation Ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations Managing risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies Preparing and presenting project reports and documentation Maintaining effective communication with clients, stakeholders, and team members Addressing any issues that may arise and providing strategic solutions Job Requirements: Experience in project management within the civil engineering and water sector...

Solutions Architect Initial 11-Month Contract Hybrid Working in Manchester £450 - £550, Inside IR35 We're working with a Global IT Services Provider who are looking for a Solution Architect to support the design and delivery of enterprise-scale systems, aligned to business and technology strategy. Key Responsibilities: Design end-to-end solutions aligned to strategy and standards. Produce clear solution architecture documentation and views. Support delivery teams and collaborate with engineering. Design microservices and event-driven architectures. Contribute to roadmaps and governance forums. Engage and influence senior stakeholders. Required Experience: Experience working as a Solution Architect within Public Sector environments (essential) Strong experience with SaaS product selection and implementation. Deep technical knowledge of microservices, APIs, and file-based integrations. Experience designing event-driven architectures and modern integration patterns. Strong...

Microsoft 365 Engineer (Migration to Copilot / Teams) £450 a day (Inside IR35) 6 Months Hybrid (1 day onsite) Currently seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Engineer to support and maintain its enterprise Microsoft 365 platform during a period of significant transformation across the Digital Workplace. This role sits within IT Services and will provide business-as-usual 2nd and 3rd line support across core Microsoft 365 services, while also contributing to key strategic initiatives including the rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot, the transition from Zoom to Microsoft Teams, and ongoing governance and support of the Power Platform.This is a hands-on operational and engineering role within a large, complex Microsoft 365 environment. We are looking for a contractor with strong hands-on Microsoft 365 engineering and operational support experience in enterprise-scale environments. Essential: Proven experience working as a Microsoft 365 Engineer in a large or complex organisation...

Solution Designer- Cryptography Location: Manchester - Hybrid Start Date: ASAP Contract Rate: £540 per day inside IR35 Duration: 6 months initially Role Overview Our client is seeking a highly skilled Solution Designer – Cryptography to take ownership of designing secure enterprise‑grade cryptographic solutions. This senior position involves developing high‑level security architectures, including Hardware Security Module (HSM)–based solutions, and ensuring alignment with governance, risk management, and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with architecture, engineering, and security stakeholders to deliver robust and compliant cryptographic designs that underpin critical systems. Key Responsibilities * Develop High‑Level Designs (HLD) for cryptographic and wider security architectures. * Design and implement secure cryptographic solutions, particularly around HSM‑based architectures. * Ensure all solutions meet governance, risk, and...

Product Management - Technical (Developer Experience) Location: Manchester Campus (Hybrid) Term: 06/04/2026 - 05/10/2026 Hours: 37.5/week The Role We are looking for a Technical Product Manager to lead our high-scale backend ecosystems. You will treat internal engineers as your customers, ensuring technical processes are efficient, scalable, and well-documented. Key Requirements Experience: 5+ years in Technical Product Management (Backend/DevEx focus). Communication: Ability to bridge the gap between business goals and engineering constraints. Technical Skills: Deep understanding of distributed systems, API design (RESTful), and event-driven architecture. Mindset: Data-driven, analytical, and comfortable in ambiguous environments. Strategy: Proven ability to align roadmaps across multiple global business units. Core Responsibilities Identify system bottlenecks and guide the platform's technical roadmap. Prioritize long-term system health (reliability/latency) alongside...