170 engineering jobs found in Swindon

R&D Engineering Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for an R&D Engineering Manager based in the Warwickshire area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that blends British craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation to create luxury vehicles that redefine performance and style. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role. The Role: This role is for an R&D Engineering Manager —someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Responsible for improving or developing new products, components, equipment, systems, technologies, or processes Assisting with formulating business plans and budgets for product development Analysing quality/safety test results Keeping abreast of new developments in the industry and...

Are you a HGV Class 2 Driver looking for your next big opportunity? Our client based in Swindon are on the hunt for passionate and hard working Class 2 Drivers to help with their Pallet deliveries operation, there will be permanent opportunities for candidates that can prove themselves to be reliable. If you've previously worked for Pallex or Hacklings then this could be the role for you! Why This Role? Immediate Starts: Jump behind the wheel following successful assessment Competitive Rate: Starting hourly rate of £15.00 per hour Your Core Responsibilities: * Multi-drop of palletized goods to different destinations * All vehicle checks completed to ensure the vehicle is safe to use * Driving in a safe, responsible manner on behalf of the client you are representing. * Ensure all driver working time directives are followed at all times * Majority of deliveries will be forklifted off by the client however, must be comfortable to support with a pump truck if...

Are you an experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Driver looking for a great opportunity in Swindon? Our client is seeking a professional driver to join their supportive transport team delivering palletised goods across the region. This role offers regular Monday to Friday day shifts with no weekends or night work, providing an excellent work-life balance. Have you worked for Hacklings, XPO or GXO? If so, this opportunity could be ideal as it aligns with your experience and skills, offering competitive pay and stable hours. What we offer: * Competitive pay of up to £600 per week (based on £15 per hour, 40 hours) * Regular Monday to Friday shifts – weekends free * Ongoing work with a well-established company * Supportive and friendly transport team environment * Weekly pay to help you manage your finances effectively You will need: * A full UK Class 2 (Category C) licence held for over 2 years * Excellent customer service skills with a professional approach to...

Our client in Swindon is looking for HGV Class 2 Drivers working to work on Saturday or Sunday day approx. 6am. Ideal for those looking to pick up an extra shifts for extra money or just build your experience! This opportunity is currently an ongoing assignment, driving a mix of HGV1 and HGV2 vehicles depending on depot availability. You will be responsible for the delivery of parcels to relevant locations throughout the shift. Shift will compose of delivering pallets to a depot, You will be responsible for using a pump truck and tail lift to make these deliveries. Have you worked for DHL, Iceland or B&Q ? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level! NEWLY PASSED DRIVERS ACCEPTED. The role will be starting following successful assessment Requirements: * Hold Full UK Digi Cards * Good Knowledge of working time directive * Maximum of 6 points on your licence * Good communication skills Pay: * HGV1 £14.36 * HGV2...

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for flexible working patterns and competitive pay? Our prestigious client in Swindon is seeking reliable drivers for day shifts, Monday to Friday, with the work 5 days per week to suit your lifestyle. Enjoy paid driving assessments and a supportive team that values your safety and professionalism. Have you worked for DHL, Eddie Stobart or Wincanton? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level! What We Offer: * Competitive pay: £17.00/hr days, £18.00/hr nights, £22.50/hr Saturdays, £24.00/hr Sundays * Guaranteed minimum 9 hours paid per shift * Paid driving assessments available immediately * Supportive and friendly working environment What You’ll Do: * Motorcycle deliveries (Manual handling will be required) * Day trunk runs (2-3 per shift dependent on location) (1 night out a week may be required) * Ensuring all paperwork and documentation is completed correctly *...

Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Operative Location: Calne Job Type: Ongoing Contract Hours: Monday-Thursday: 06:30-15:00 Friday: 06:30-12:00 About the Role We are recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer within the rail industry, seeking an experienced Mechanical Assembly Operative to join their HVAC overhaul and assembly department. This role is ideally suited to candidates with a background in mechanical engineering, rail, or HVAC systems, who are comfortable working in a structured, quality-driven shop floor environment. Key Responsibilities Working as part of a skilled engineering team, you will be responsible for the overhaul, rebuild, and reassembly of railway air conditioning units, ensuring all work meets defined specifications and quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Strip-down, rebuild, and reassemble rail HVAC units Fit and replace components (fans, coils, heaters) Test units to ensure performance and reliability Follow manuals, drawings, and quality...

Position: Press Brake Operator Job Type: Temp - Perm Location: Cirencester, Gloucester Pay rate: £14.00 per hour Pure Staff are currently recruiting for a Press Brake Operator for our client based in the Cirencester, Gloucester area. The company specialise in subcontracted metal work making, building and cutting bespoke products within a range of sectors. Day to day duties as a Press Brake Operator Set up and operate press brake machines to bend sheet metal. Read and interpret technical drawings and work orders. Select correct tooling and materials for each job. Measure and inspect finished components to ensure accuracy and quality. Adjust machine settings to achieve required bend angles and tolerances Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Carry out basic machine maintenance and report any faultsRequirements Previous experience operating press brake machines (CNC preferred). Ability to read and understand engineering drawings. Experience using measuring tools...

Supply Chain and Governance Technician Certain Advantage is hiring for a Supply Chain and Governance Technician based in the Brize Norton area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and separate Space and Defense division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Supply Chain and Governance Technician—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Consumables, Expendables and General procurement orders Internal purchasing requirements in SAP and MySupply, Monitoring purchase orders raised by EGP UK/PT Generating Procurement KPIs and reports Acting as liaison between EGP...

Job Description: Civils Supervisor with Gang Location: Reading/Swindon/Oxford etc (Thames Valley) Type: Permanent / Contract / Temporary Role Overview: We are looking for a Working supervisor to work with a gang on a civils project. The works will be working on a Thames Water project, working on the civils aspects including form/steel works, setting out, concrete, drainage etc. We are looking for a gang that is experienced in these sorts of works and can read/understand drawings. Key Responsibilities: * Supervise a civils gang working on thames water works * Assist with groundworks, drainage and general civils on the project * Formwork/Steelwork, setting out etc on site * Able to understand and read drawings * Ensure compliance with health and safety on site Essential Skills & Qualifications: * Civils background - preferably working on a thames water site before * SSSTS or SMSTS * Temporary works supervisor would be beneficial but not essential *...

Exciting Opportunity for a Site Engineer in the Water/Wastewater Industry Role: Site Engineer Location: Kingston Bagpuize Rate: £350 per day - CIS Duration: 12 months + Sector: Sewage Treatment Works About the business Join a dynamic contractor at the forefront of the industry, currently spearheading projects within the Thames Water framework. Our commitment to excellence has opened up an exciting opportunity for a talented Site Engineer to contribute to upcoming development works linked to a large Sewage treatment works (STW) in Oxford. Key Responsibilities: ·Execute setting out tasks with precision, ensuring accuracy in levelling and traversing. ·Collaborate with the Project Manager in overseeing day-to-day site operations, including surveying and progress reporting. ·Verify plans, drawings, and setting out co-ordinations for seamless project execution. ·Utilize modern survey methods and devices, including global navigation satellite systems and data collectors....

Data Platform Consultant (SC Cleared) Corsham (Wiltshire) 6 Month Contract £450/day (Outside IR35) Data Platform Consultant needed with active SC Security Clearance and strong Tableau + AWS Cloud expertise. 6 Month Rolling Contract based in Corsham (Wiltshire). Start ASAP in March/April 2026. Hybrid Working - 3 days/week remote (WFH) + 2 days/week working from the office in Corsham (Wiltshire). A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in large-scale Government projects: Project Objective: design, build + implementation of a cloud based Data Analytics platform to provide data workflow, data visualisation + dashboard solutions. Key Skills: Tableau, Power BI + Apache Superset dashboard + data visualisation tools. AWS / Cloud Native Infrastructure environments. Python / R-style workflow development environments, SQL querying + data transformation skills. Hands-on experience with secure, cloud-based Data Analytics...

Infrastructure Engineer Contract | £600-£650 per day | Inside IR35 Location: MOD Corsham (primary) Clearance: DV Cleared (UK Nationals only) We are seeking two experienced Windows Infrastructure Engineers to support and develop a secure MOD platform within a highly controlled defence environment. This is a hands-on contract role focused on operational stability, automation, and continuous platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Provide 2nd/3rd line support across incident, problem, and change management Perform root cause analysis and resolve complex infrastructure issues Maintain and improve automation using Ansible, AutoFS, and GoCD Administer Linux (RHEL/CentOS) and Windows Server systems, including patching and configuration Support Citrix and virtualised platforms including VMware vSphere and vRA Monitor system health using SCOM and other enterprise monitoring tools Collaborate with engineering teams and mentor junior colleagues Essential Experience Strong...

My client is looking for ongoing Assembly staff, with good hand dexterity and attention to detail for immediate start. The ideal candidate would have experience but not essential as full training will be given You would be working on a three week shift pattern:- 06.00-14.00 Monday to Thursday 06.00-12.00 Friday, 14.00-22.00 Monday to Thursday, 12.00-18.00 on Friday 22.00-06.00 Monday to Thursday and 18.00-00.00 on Friday. This is an ongoing position that could lead to full time permanent work. There is a canteen serving hot/Cold food. Large Car Park The salary is £15.34 hour on a three-shift rotation pattern. There is also an opportunity to earn a bonus once trained. Weekly paid

Project Manager Location: UK (with occasional international travel) Sector: Advanced Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering Job Type: Permanent We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to lead a strategically important operational programme within a UK-based manufacturing environment. This role will oversee a complex, multi-phase project involving equipment, processes, and cross-functional coordination. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring activities are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining operational continuity and stakeholder alignment. This is a high-visibility role requiring strong leadership, discretion, and structured programme management capability. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will: * Lead and coordinate a structured operational change programme across manufacturing functions * Manage project plans covering equipment, assets, workflows, and process transitions *...

Manpower is seeking Scientific Production Operatives. We invite applications from recent graduates in engineering, science, or related disciplines seeking valuable industry experience, as well as individuals with operational expertise in chemical, pharmaceutical, or related sectors. Position: Temporary Scientific Production Operative Contract Duration: 6 months. Location: Didcot, Milton Park Payrate: £16.27 Shift Pattern: Rotational shifts following a consistent schedule of 4-day shifts, 4 days off, 4-night shifts. Key Responsibilities: Operate pilot plant equipment (comprehensive training provided) Assemble and disassemble plant equipment for maintenance and troubleshooting (training provided) Monitor production processes and diagnose faults. Handle and prepare raw materials and products to required standards. Maintain high quality standards throughout production. Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations and actively promote a safety-first culture. Participate as a...

Grounds Maintenance Operative Shift Times: 07:30-16:00 Monday - Friday Pay Rate: £13.16 - £14.12 depending on experience Location: OX14 3DB- Abingdon Contract: Temp - Perm Manpower are looking for Grounds Maintenance Operatives to work for our client based out of Abingdon. Working in this role you will be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality ground's maintenance service on a large static site just outside of Abingdon. Working within a team you will be responsible for a range of activities from grass cutting, hedge cutting. & litter picking, jet washing and the use of ride on mowers too. You will need to ensure a safe working environment is always maintained and carry out day to day maintenance and safety checks on all equipment. The training offered includes on-the-job training and standard induction for best practice. To succeed, you will need: To be physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Hold a full valid UK Driving License....

Power BI Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Design & Documentation Engineer to join a multidisciplinary Electrical Systems team working on advanced industrial and scientific equipment. The team is responsible for the design, installation and commissioning of low-voltage (LV) and high-voltage (HV) pulsed power supplies, control systems, diagnostics and safety systems within a complex engineering environment. In this role, you will support a variety of projects by producing electrical schematics and documentation for both new installations and existing systems. You will collaborate with engineers and technicians to develop solutions, improve processes, and ensure equipment is correctly documented and installed. The scope of work ranges from small electrical assemblies to large and complex machinery and infrastructure installations. Key Responsibilities Create documentation packages in line with company procedures and relevant international...

A leading Tier 1 contractor delivering a major wastewater and environmental infrastructure upgrade is seeking an experienced Section Engineer to support the final construction phases of a large sewer network improvement programme. This project is significantly enhancing flood resilience across the Stroud Five Valleys area, including the installation of new enlarged sewer pipelines, a 25m‑deep CSO shaft tank, surface‑water separation works and multiple tunnelling and open‑cut sections. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will play a critical part in coordinating and delivering complex civil engineering packages, including: Engineering & Technical Delivery Providing accurate setting‑out for pipelines, shafts, temporary works, excavations, and canal‑side activities. Supporting the management of multiple sub‑projects, including: Turning off flows and redirecting sewage during construction phases. Demolition activities associated with sewer diversions and shaft works. Works in...

Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Tooling Engineer in Gloucester on a hybrid basis Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Tooling Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Gloucester on an initial 3-6 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £35.00 - £40.00 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella The role: As the Tooling Engineer, you will be accountable for designing, developing and managing the manufacturing / commissioning of the tooling - to ensure on-time, high-quality products. Your expertise in engineering principles and tooling design will directly contribute to this project. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop advanced tooling solutions to support manufacturing processes, ensuring optimal performance and reliability * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify tooling needs and...

We are currently looking for a First Article Inspector for a 6 month contract based in Brockworth, Gloucester. Key Responsibilities: Perform First Article Inspections (FAI): Conduct dimensional and visual inspections of propeller assemblies and components using precision measurement tools. Verify compliance with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements. Responsibilities/Requirements: Previous experience in FAIR review / sign-off Working knowledge of AS9102 Specification Relative commodity experience (mechanical is priority) Inspection techniques Reading drawings writing Root Cause and Corrective Action Request Understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001 and AS9102 Standards Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports in accordance with AS9102 FAI documentation. Ensure proper traceability of materials and components. Identify, document & address non-conformances, collaborating with engineering and...