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May 15, 2026  
Senior Design Engineer
Join a world-renowned aerospace organisation as a Senior Design Engineer in Portsmouth on a hybrid basis Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Senior Design Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Portsmouth on an initial 12 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £42.08 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella Role: To undertake a defined range of detail design activities in line with all relevant processes and quality Requirements of Mechanical/Piping design package and reports for Installation solutions on Legacy Warships, Supplying advice and support to operations and other functions and/or to organise and co-ordinate aspects of detail design activity ensuring defined objectives are achieved whilst continually maintaining quality and service requirements Skills: Required to exchange complex engineering design...
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CV-Library Portsmouth, Hampshire Contractor
CL
May 15, 2026  
Base Engine Components Design Engineer
Base Engine Components Design Engineer Peterborough (Site based) 2 Year Contract – likely to be extended 37 Hours a week Monday – Friday Up to £37.80p/h PAYE plus holiday and pension contribution OR up to £51.30p/h Umbrella Are you an experienced Design Engineer with Internal Combustion Engine expertise? If so, this could be a great opportunity for you… What the Base Engine Components Design Engineer will do: * Design and packaging engine components such as major aluminium and cast iron castings, geartrain, valvetrain, drivetrain and in-cylinder components. * Input to system design development for the breather, cooling, FEAD & lubrication system * Working in a multi-disciplined global team to ensure solutions meet customer, durability and functional requirements * Developing strong relationships with suppliers * Planning and managing project and sub-project deliverables, ability to lead * Conducting risk assessment through effective FMEA generation on components and...
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CV-Library Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Contractor
CL
May 15, 2026  
Electrical Design Engineer
Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer Job Description We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer specialising in site surveys. The role involves working within substations focusing on both AC and DC power systems. This is a rolling contract expected to last for three months with the possibility of extension. Responsibilities Conduct detailed site surveys for electrical design within substations. Focus on both AC and DC power systems during surveys. Complete one site survey per week, typically taking 2-3 days. Travel to various sites across Central UK, with occasional trips to northern and southern locations.Essential Skills Proven experience in electrical engineering and design. Familiarity with AC and DC power systems. Ability to conduct thorough site surveys.Additional Skills & Qualifications Understanding of CDM 2015 requirements. Possession of a valid driving licence and own vehicle.Details Supporting UK wide sites Travel and expenses will be coveredWhy Work Here?...
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CV-Library London, UK Contractor
CL
May 15, 2026  
Electrical Design Engineer
We have a current opportunity for a Electrical Design Engineer on a contract basis. The position will be fully remote to support a Data Centre project. For further information about this position please apply. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
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CV-Library United Kingdom Contractor
CL
May 15, 2026  
Senior Design Engineer
BAE Systems ref: V05895 Title: Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical/Piping 12 month contract  £42.08 per hour Umbrella - Inside IR35  2 days per week onsite - BAE Systems Portsmouth  Role Description  To undertake a defined range of detail design activities in line with all relevant processes and quality requirements of Mechanical/Piping design package and reports for Installation solutions on Legacy Warships, supplying advice and support to operations and other functions and/or to organise and co-ordinate aspects of detail design activity ensuring defined objectives are achieved whilst continually maintaining quality and service requirements. Core Duties (GTI Description) Typical duties include (but are not limited to): (suggested 5-10 bullets/statements, indicative of the role at this level) · Support the development of best practice to increase the capability, performance of tools and processes · Support the developing, maintaining and modifying engineering...
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CV-Library Portsmouth, UK Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Senior Design Engineer
Senior Design Engineer Location: Portsmouth Contract: Long‑term contract, 12 months. Industry: Defence / Maritime Engineering We're looking for an experienced Mechanical/Piping Design Engineer to support major upgrade and installation projects on legacy Royal Navy warships. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on engineering, detailed design work, and contributing to high‑impact defence programmes. If you have strong mechanical/piping design experience and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, this contract role will give you the chance to make a real contribution to critical maritime capability. What you'll be doing Producing detailed mechanical and piping designs for ship systems, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and manufacturability. Supporting and leading ship surveys, trials, and onboard engineering activities. Reviewing and checking design outputs produced by other engineers. Investigating technical issues and developing practical...
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CV-Library Portsmouth, Hampshire Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Electrical Building Services Design Engineer
ELECTRICAL BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEER POSITION : Electrical Building Services Engineer LOCATION : Commutable from Leeds , Sheffield, Doncaster, York , Hull , Harrogate, Grimsby , Scunthorpe, Beverley, Lincoln , Barnsley , Rotherham, Scarborough The client offers a hybrid mix of home working and office based work HOURLY RATE : £22 - £28 ph - Ltd Co ( outside IR35) and PAYE options available. Equivalent of £42,300 - £47,600 THE ROLE : This is an excellent opportunity for a Electrical Building Services Engineer to join our forward thinking Public Sector client. They offer the opportunity to work on some exciting projects as part of their multi-discipline team working on Capital Projects. The working hours are 37 hours per week. Genuine flexible working arrangements are available This is an initial 6 month contract with a good chance of an extension YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING : * Previous experience working as a Electrical Building Services Engineer including the Design of schemes...
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CV-Library HU13, Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Electrical Design Engineer
Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer Location: Samlesbury or Prestwick Contract: 12-month Contract (Hybrid - 3 days on site per week) About the Company Our client, BAE Systems, is a global leader in Defence & Security, delivering advanced engineering solutions across air, land and maritime platforms. The Air Business Unit is expanding its design capability to support ongoing work. What You'll Be Doing As an Electrical Design Engineer, you'll support key work packages focusing on electrical installation design and 3D harness development. You'll work within a mixed team of permanent and contract engineers and play a vital role in meeting programme deliverables. Key Responsibilities Produce electrical installation designs (non‑circuit work) Develop harness and 3D harness models Use CATIA V5 and Teamcentre to deliver design outputs Support project teams with high workload demands Collaborate with internal engineering teams Contribute to design checking activities when...
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CV-Library Preston, Lancashire Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Senior Civil Design Engineer - Water
Senior / Principal Civil Design Engineer - Water Wakefield (Hybrid) - Outside IR35 A well-established Civil Engineering and Utilities business with a strong and growing pipeline of work in the water sector is looking to bring in an experienced Senior or Principal Civil Design Engineer to support its integrated design team in Wakefield. Operating across Yorkshire and the wider UK, the business delivers a mix of infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes, combining in-house design with Design & Build delivery. This is a contract opportunity that would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on and properly involved in projects, rather than sitting at a distance. You'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of water and wastewater schemes from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, construction and commissioning, working alongside a collaborative and down-to-earth team. Day to day, you'll be coordinating civil and drainage design activities, preparing and...
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Outside IR35

CV-Library Wakefield, West Yorkshire Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Principal Design Engineer
Senior/Principal Civil Design Engineer  About the Role This role sits within a Water Design Team as part of a Utility Infrastructure Division. The team specialises in the design, construction, and maintenance of critical water infrastructure and treatment facilities, working with major UK water companies to support reliable and sustainable water services. Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior or Principal Civil Design Engineer with a strong background in Utility Engineering and proven experience within the water industry. In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. You will support schemes from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, construction, and commissioning. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, practical design solutions that meet client and project requirements. Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire...
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CV-Library Wakefield, UK Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Electrical Design Engineer
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our client in Essex. This contract role is for an initial 12-month term with a high likelihood of extension and is outside IR35. The position is fully on-site, 5 days a week. Key Responsibilities: Produce high-quality electrical design solutions using EPLAN Electric P8 Develop and maintain detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and design documentation Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver robust design solutions Support project delivery in line with engineering schedules and deadlines Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards and client specifications Assist with technical problem-solving and design improvements throughout the project lifecycleRequirements: Strong, demonstrable experience using EPLAN (essential) Background in Electrical Design Engineering within an industrial or engineering environment Ability to produce detailed electrical schematics and...
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Outside IR35

CV-Library Essex, UK Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Design Engineer
Interaction Engineering  Design Engineer (AutoCAD / SolidWorks About the Role We are looking for a skilled and motivated Design Engineer to join our team. This role combines office-based design work with hands-on site involvement, giving you the opportunity to see your designs come to life. You will be responsible for designing structural solutions and supporting projects across the local area. Key Responsibilities Create detailed 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks Design and develop structural components and systems Attend site visits to take measurements, assess conditions, and support installations Work closely with project managers, contractors, and clients Modify and improve designs based on site requirements and feedback Ensure all designs meet industry standards and safety regulations Requirements Experience using AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks Background in structural design or engineering Ability to read and interpret technical drawings Comfortable...
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CV-Library Plymouth, UK Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
HV Design Engineer
HV Design Engineer Bristol £62-68 an hour 12 Month Initial Contract Essential Skillset: Design HV and LV electrical systems for solar projects Produce and review Single Line Diagrams Manage grid connection applications and liaise directly with DNOs Strong understanding of Grid Code requirements including G99 and G100 Specify primary plant including transformers, switchgear, protection systems, inverters, and metering Support protection design and relay settings in line with DNO requirements Review and respond to DNO technical queries and connection offers Provide technical support through procurement, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and energisation Ensure compliance with BS, IEC, ENA standards and project-specific requirements Support design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering exercises Experience with grid modelling tools such as ETAP or similar Strong experience within solar PV, renewables, or power generation sector Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or...
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CV-Library Bristol, UK Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
HV Design Engineer
HV Design Engineer Manchester £65-68 an hour 12 Month Initial Contract Essential Skillset: Design HV and LV electrical systems for solar projects Produce and review Single Line Diagrams Manage grid connection applications and liaise directly with DNOs Strong understanding of Grid Code requirements including G99 and G100 Specify primary plant including transformers, switchgear, protection systems, inverters, and metering Support protection design and relay settings in line with DNO requirements Review and respond to DNO technical queries and connection offers Provide technical support through procurement, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and energisation Ensure compliance with BS, IEC, ENA standards and project-specific requirements Support design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering exercises Experience with grid modelling tools such as ETAP or similar Strong experience within solar PV, renewables, or power generation sector Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or...
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CV-Library Manchester, Greater Manchester Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Electrical Design Engineer
I am looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to support with the following scopes ; Product electrical design layout plans using Autocad Create workpacks for the test and commissioning team Create power distribution designs Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
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CV-Library South Yorkshire, UK Contractor
CL
May 14, 2026  
Senior Civil Design Engineer
Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Senior / Principal Design Engineer on behalf of a civil engineering main contractor. This reputable Water / Utilities contractor are growing and in need of a Senior Engineer to supplement their growing in-house 10 person design team. The work is covering the Yorkshire Water framework on projects including: Storm Tanks, Combined Sewer Overflows, Water Treatment Works etc. (both infra & none-infra projects). This role is based out of an office in Wakefield with hybrid working on offer. Duties: * Managing detailed design on projects - waste water and clean water * Coordination of internal & external activities to client spec & standards * Prepare and develop design solutions at all stages of projects * Promote & develop technical capability of team members * Liaison with senior management, client and stakeholders * Managing resolution of technical issues on site, providing team guidance...
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CV-Library Wakefield, West Yorkshire Contractor
CL
May 13, 2026  
Electrical Design Engineer
I am looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join my fantastic aerospace client based in Farnborough on a 6-month contract. As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development, and delivery of electrical products across multiple Zephyr programme. You will help generate and maintain the digital design record, collaborating closely with both internal teams and external manufacturing and installation partners. Role: Electrical Design Engineer Pay £27.82 per hour via umbrella Contract: 37 Hours a week, Inside IR35 Location: Farnborough Security Clearance: BPSS Main activities of role: - Support Avionics and Systems Engineering teams in developing and maintaining the production design record for new concepts and design changes. Produce detailed electrical design solutions using SolidWorks Electrical. Select appropriate electrical components to satisfy schematic and system level requirements. Act as a key contact for electrical design queries...
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Inside IR35

CV-Library Farnborough, Hampshire Contractor
CL
May 13, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer (Creo) Creo expeirence essential  Overview You’ll design, develop, and validate mechanical components and assemblies for advanced systems (e.g. avionics, radar, naval, or secure communications). The work is detail-heavy, safety-critical, and tightly controlled by standards. Key Responsibilities Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using Creo Design for: manufacturability (DFM) assembly (DFA) environmental constraints (shock, vibration, thermal) Produce full engineering documentation: drawings tolerances (GD&T) BOMs Perform design analysis: tolerance stack-ups basic stress/thermal considerations Work with: systems engineers electronics teams (packaging PCBs/enclosures) manufacturing and suppliers Support prototype builds and testing Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g. defence, aerospace, ISO)
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CV-Library Glasgow, UK Contractor
CL
May 13, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
An opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a progressive consultancy firm in the Chesterfield area on a contract basis. You will join a very friendly team, where you can use your creativity and design skills and really make a difference. The business has been established since 2012 and their mission is to drive growth in the business. This really is the best time to be joining a highly profitable business with ambitious plans for the future. They are offering an attractive rate of £40-45 per hour and remote working/hybrid model. This will be an initial 4 month contract, with the potential to extend. Summary: Primarily to design and detail plant layout, bespoke systems and equipment from proposal to commissioning. The role includes basic aspects of project management. This position is hybrid: primarily home based with occasional office and site visits when necessary. Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer: Design from concept to detail....
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CV-Library Chesterfield, Derbyshire Contractor
CL
May 13, 2026  
Electrical Design Engineer
Join a Tier 1 consulting practice delivering major client projects across Manchester—seeking experienced Electrical Design Contractors for long-term engagement starting late May/early June. * £55–65 per hour (Inside IR35) * 7–8+ years’ experience in Electrical Design within Building Services * Proven track record on large-scale schemes * Strong client relationship management and coordination skills * Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams * Hybrid working (Manchester office + remote flexibility) * Must be Manchester-based or able to work hybrid from a Manchester office Interested? Apply now to secure a long-term role on high-profile projects
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CV-Library Manchester, Greater Manchester Contractor
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