1241 engineering jobs found in Taunton

Location: Bristol (20% onsite) Duration: 6 month contract Rate: £81.75ph LTD (Outside IR35) Role details: Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to provide hands-on leadership across a high-priority software delivery programme. Based in Bristol, this contract role requires a self-starter who can swiftly comprehend complex problem domains, translate requirements into actionable deliverables, and drive engineering teams to successful outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Delivery & Execution Own end-to-end technical delivery across the programme. Make time-critical delivery decisions in the absence of programme leadership. Break down high-level requirements into structured deliverables for engineering teams. Sequence work, set priorities, and maintain delivery plans. Act as escalation point for blockers, risks, and technical issues. Drive tangible progress across multiple engineering and...

FE College 📅 ASAP Start – Until 10th July 🕒 Monday to Thursday | 7:30am – 4:00pm We are currently seeking an experienced Marine Engineering Lecturer / Assessor to join a well-established FE College on a full-time temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work with apprentices and deliver high-quality, industry-relevant training in a supportive environment. The Role You will be responsible for delivering and assessing the Level 2 Diploma in Marine Engineering (Foundation) (2473-12) to a cohort of apprentices, ensuring engaging delivery and strong learner outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Deliver and assess the following units: * Unit 201 – Introduction to the Marine Industry * Unit 203 – Business Improvement Techniques * Unit 208 – Marine Engineering Processes and Principles * Unit 209 – Servicing and Maintenance of Marine Engines and Ancillary Systems * Unit 210 – Servicing...

This is a newly created position due to ongoing site expansion and significant investment at a manufacturing facility. Our client is an international, market-leading business operating within heavy industrial manufacturing, known for delivering high-quality products and engineered solutions globally. This role will play a critical part in setting up and developing engineering processes, maintenance strategies, and operational structure, ensuring the site is equipped to scale efficiently as it continues to grow. What's in it for you as Engineering Manager? Salary £65,000 pro rata (initial 6-month contract) Strong likelihood of extension or permanent opportunity Highly competitive holiday allowance Competitive pension and comprehensive benefits package Monday to Friday working hours Opportunity to work within an international market leader Key role in driving the site towards World Class Manufacturing standards High level of autonomy and influence within the business As...

Engineering Manager – Aldermaston (100% Onsite) * Contract: 18 Months * IR35: In Scope * Security Clearance: DV (Developed Vetting) * Rate: £63.57 Umbrella * Location: Aldermaston – 100% onsite Role Overview: We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a technical team delivering critical engineering and infrastructure programmes. In this role, you will oversee design reviews, allocate resources across multiple projects, ensure compliance with safety, security, and quality standards, and provide technical guidance and leadership to your team. You will also manage stakeholder relationships, maintain accurate configuration of engineering deliverables, and ensure your team produces high-quality, compliant engineering outputs. Essential Evaluation Criteria: 1. Proven experience in infrastructure programmes 2. Experienced in conducting technical design reviews 3. DV cleared, sole UK National, able to commit to 100% onsite attendance...

Job Title: Engineering Manager - DV Location: Aldermaston, Reading (100% on site) Contract Duration: 18 Months Daily Rate: £63.57/hr (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV & British Citizenship Essential: Sole UK National Location – able to commit to 100% onsite attendance Stakeholder management Significant experience delivering engineering or infrastructure programmes in highly regulated environments, ensuring compliance with stringent safety, security, and quality requirements. Proven capability in leading and contributing to technical design reviews, ensuring engineering solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned with established governance frameworks. Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and assurance processes, with the ability to ensure engineering outputs meet organisational and industry standards. Desirable: Background in construction, utilities, or major‑build programmes, particularly where engineering governance,...

Role: ENGINEERING SUPPORT ENGINEER Dept: MARITIME DIGITAL DELIVERY SERVICE, NAVY DIGITAL Project: NAVY DIGITAL HOSTING (DEPLOYED) DELIVERY TEAM Overview The goal of the Navy Digital Hosting (Deployed) [NDH(D)] service is to introduce a new, modern, flexible and scalable Navy Hosting IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service). NDH(D) will help to address obsolescence by re-platforming and uplifting the current landscape to a new, modern and consolidated service offering. The environment will provide a common set of services to the teams delivering data and digital solutions on behalf of the Royal Navy, enabling the teams to focus upon their solutions and the Royal Navy to benefit from economies of scale. We are looking for a junior support engineer to enhance the delivery team's support for the initial deployment of the capability and assure its enduring support once delivered. This role will predominately be based onsite in Portsmouth at either HMNB Portsmouth or Portsdown Technology...

Engineering Project Manager Location: Worcester Contract Type: Temporary (12 months) Hourly Rate: £28.00 Working Pattern: Full Time Are you ready to lead innovative projects in the exciting world of additive manufacturing? Join our client as an Engineering Project Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of technology! What You'll Do: As an Engineering Project Manager, you will be at the heart of our operations team. Your mission? To define and enhance our manufacturing processes while ensuring quality and safety. Here's how you'll make an impact: Follow defined techniques, SOPs, and work instructions to maintain high-quality standards. Collaborate with technical and engineering personnel on new product development and processes. Uphold health and safety requirements to ensure a safe working environment. Tackle and solve manufacturing challenges as they arise. Document and report any deviations in processes, ensuring transparency and continuous improvement.Your...

Engineering Technician - £16.93 p/h - Temp - Start ASAP Location: Oxford Hours: 37.5 per week Contract: Temporary A leading biotech company is looking for a hands-on Engineering Technician to support their R&D and workshop teams. This company develops innovative insect‑control solutions used in both agriculture and public health. This is a great opportunity for someone practical who enjoys building, experimenting, and working with a variety of tools and materials. The Role Hands‑on mechanical assembly and build work Working with metals, plastics, and 3D‑printed components Using workshop tools (including drills, laser cutter, basic power tools) Setting up and operating a 3D printer (training provided) Supporting prototype builds and trial‑and‑error testing Reading and following engineering drawings Working safely in a mixed workshop and occasional lab environmentAbout You Practical, hands‑on, and confident with tools Able to follow instructions and drawings accurately...

Engineering Manager | Defence / Nuclear / Rail 📍 Reading (Hybrid) | 🔐 SC Cleared / Eligible A leading central government organisation that operates within nuclear security technologies is hiring an Engineering Manager to lead high-performing technical teams delivering critical programmes across defence, nuclear and rail infrastructure. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive engineering delivery, team capability, and operational excellence in a highly regulated environment. What you’ll do: Lead & develop multi-disciplinary engineering teams Deliver complex programmes safely, securely & on time Allocate resources across projects to maximise delivery Ensure quality, governance & compliance standards are met Engage senior stakeholders to influence key decisions What we’re looking for: To deliver the programme and mobilise resources in a safe, secure and efficient manner. Responsible for ensuring that the team produce high quality work, that has...

Engineering Manager Contract Length: 18 Months Location: Reading 5x per week Rate: £60 Per Hour Inside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and manage a technical team within a highly regulated defence project in the UK. This role will act as the key leadership point of contact, ensuring the delivery of critical engineering capability aligned with current and future programme requirements. You will play a pivotal role in delivering the integrated technical programme, ensuring engineering excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency. Key Accountabilities ·Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team to deliver both team and individual objectives safely and securely. ·Oversee performance management, ensuring staff are assessed against objectives and implementing corrective actions where required. ·Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise within your engineering discipline. ·Maintain and promote the...

Our client has an opportunity for a Senior Software Engineering Manager to join them on a contract basis. Reporting to the System Design Manager, you will be responsible for the management and day-to-day activities of the software team, collaborating with other disciplines and managers in all areas of the business. Role: Senior Software Engineering Manager Location: Farnborough - fully onsite Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £52.17 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required before starting What you'll be doing: Team Leadership: Lead the day to day activities of the software team, taking responsibility for delivering the agreed team goals. Skills Development: Develop the team's personal and professional skills, acting as a mentor and coach to the team members. Team growth: Be part of the recruiting team seeking new talent as the team grows. Be accountable for the planning, design, development, verification and integration of the software for the...

Software Engineering Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Software Engineering Manager based in the Farnborough area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-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 a separate Space and Defence 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 Software Engineering Manager—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: Lead the day-to-day activities of the software team Plan, design, develop, verify, and integrate the software for the high-altitude, long-endurance Zephyr aircraft. Acting as the technical authority for software, ensuring compliance with safety, performance,...

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: * Verification and Validation - Design and develop system integration test cases * Managing test assets such as HIL, VITAL rigs, and prototype vehicles * Integration and harmonisation of Visibility Systems into the wider vehicle System of Systems * Lead and collaborate in cross-functional technical reviews of systems * Issue resolution and objective data analysis * Adhere to the defined systems engineering process * Supporting team members and stakeholders in understanding Systems Engineering methodology * Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested Skills: Essential: * Effective communicator with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely * Experience at all stages of the Systems V cycle, ideally System and Sub-System * Expertise generating robust and comprehensive test cases from requirements * D-Space rig operation...

Engineering Release Specialist - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr (Umbrella Rate) (Inside IR35) Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and innovative environment? This is your chance to join a leading organisation as an **Engineering Release Specialist**, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring excellence in vehicle engineering and manufacturing. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality results and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you. What You Will Do: Ensure the timely and accurate release of Bills of Material (BoM) by interpreting and analysing engineering documents. Develop an in-depth understanding of part usage and coding to support vehicle build and scheduling. Act as the key point of contact for customers and suppliers at a commodity level to ensure accurate and efficient BoM release. Collaborate closely with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to deliver exceptional customer...

Job Title: Engineering Release Specialist - (phone number removed) Location: Warwickshire Duties: The Release Operations team are responsible for the construction, release and maintenance of the Bills of Material for all carlines for all plants for the business. The team support each Engineering area (Tech centres). Engineering Release Specialists are responsible for specific areas of the vehicle. They have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of which parts/commodities are fitted to which specifications of vehicles and for which markets, and will very often provide coaching and support to the Engineering areas on how best to construct a BoM to support downstream consumption. They have a direct impact on vehicle build quality and success at the Manufacturing plants Key accountabilities and responsibilities * Ensure a timely and accurate BoM is released from Product Engineering to the wider internal and external business, by interpreting and analysing documents from, and...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for an Engineering Release Specialist to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. The Opportunity: The Release Operations team are responsible for the construction, release and maintenance of the Bills of Material for all carlines for all plants for the JLR business.  The team support each Engineering area (Tech centres) .  Engineering Release Specialists are responsible for specific areas of the vehicle.  They have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of which parts/commodities are fitted to which specifications of vehicles and for which markets and will very often provide coaching and support to the Engineering areas on how best to construct a BoM to support downstream consumption.  They have a direct impact on vehicle build quality and success at the Manufacturing plants. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Ensure a timely...

Component Engineer - Body Engineering and Exteriors - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to elevate your career and join a forward-thinking industry leader? This is your chance to be part of an exciting opportunity as a Component Engineer. Working with cutting-edge projects and innovative designs, this role offers you the chance to make a real impact while developing your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. The company is dedicated to excellence, ensuring that every team member thrives in their role and contributes to groundbreaking advancements. What You Will Do:  - Select, approve, and qualify purchased components used in assemblies or end products.  - Ensure component selections are cost-efficient and reliable.  - Troubleshoot issues with purchased components to maintain high-quality standards.  - Collaborate closely with developers to evaluate design reviews of components.  - Manage projects and processes independently, ensuring...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Component Engineer (Body Engineering) to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a maternity cover contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. Responsible for selecting, approving and qualifying purchased components utilized in assemblies or end products. Ensures selections are both cost efficient and reliable. Troubleshoots issues with purchased components. Works closely with developers to evaluate design reviews of components. Responsibilities: Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. Coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex

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 an Engineering Release Specialist looking for your next opportunity? One of the world's largest automotive manufacturers, is currently recruiting for an Engineering Release Specialist, to help them develop unique and innovative vehicles. You will be responsible for the construction, release and maintenance of the Bills of Material. Based in Warwickshire, you will be supporting, a dedicated and multidisciplinary team, on a contract basis. Responsibilities of the Engineering Release Specialist include: * Ensure a timely and accurate BoM is released from Product Engineering to the wider internal and external business * Ensure parts are correctly coded to support scheduling and build * Provide focal point to customers and suppliers at commodity level to ensure accurate & timely BoM release. * Liaise extensively with Engineering and Manufacturing customers and industry partners * Manage workload to support programme timing, key project dates and departmental targets...