176 engineering jobs found in Colchester

Site Manager - Civil Engineering / Infrastructure £300-£350 per day (CIS) 40-60 Week Contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join our team on a long-term contract delivering infrastructure and construction projects. Rail experience is not essential. We welcome applications from Site Managers with a strong background in construction, civil engineering or infrastructure who are looking to transition into the rail sector. As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities Assist the Project Manager with the day-to-day running of site operations. Lead Health, Safety and Environmental activities, ensuring full compliance on site. Prepare and manage site safety documentation, including WPPs, TBRAs and permits to work. Deliver site safety briefings and maintain all HSE records. Manage...

Job title: Quality Engineering Technician Job location: Basildon Rate: £20.64 Hours per week: 39 Duration: 6 months Start date: ASAP Client Summary: A leading, well recognised global manufacturer of Agricultural machinery Position Summary: Responsible for supporting the Quality functions through the inspection, validation, and rework of components and vehicles. The role will ensure finished products meet engineering specifications as well support the identification, investigation, and resolution of quality issues. This will encompass inspection duties across, warehouse, lineside, and finished vehicles. Roles can include: * Inspect and validate components against engineering drawings, specifications, and test criteria * Investigate quality concerns, capturing data and supporting root cause analysis * Support resolution of product quality issues in collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers * Communicate quality concerns and updates in a timely manner * Prepare...

Trainee Engineering Product Coordinator Looking for a role where you'll learn, develop and build a long-term career? This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the start of their career. Whether you've recently completed a degree, HNC/HND or apprenticeship, or you're simply looking for a change of career in your first technical role, this is an opportunity to join a successful, global manufacturer who will give you the training and support you need to succeed. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll be trained on the SAP system and help ensure product data is accurate and up to date, supporting everything from manufacturing and production to supply chain and new product launches, coordinating product changes, maintaining product information and supporting the introduction of new products. No previous experience is required. We're looking for someone with an understanding of manufacturing, engineering or product management who is curious, organised and enjoys solving...

SECTION ENGINEER // COLCHESTER // HIGHWAY // OUTSIDE IR35 We are currently looking for a Section Engineer for an initial 2-month contract (can be extended), with the potential for extension, to support a major highways scheme in Colchester. The successful candidate will have Section Engineer to Senior Engineer level experience, with a strong background in highways and civil engineering projects. You will be responsible for overseeing highways works including drainage, structures, kerbing and surfacing, ensuring quality standards are met and all required documentation is completed. The ideal candidate will have experience with ITPs, raising TQs for client responses, and completing site paperwork. An EUSR CAT 1 qualification is desirable to enable permits to dig, along with experience using cable avoidance equipment such as CAT4 or vLoc3Pro. You will need to hold SMSTS and CSCS! This is an excellent with an immediate start and a top day rate on offer (Outside IR35) If you're looking...

Section Engineer Location: Colchester, Essex Rate: £375/day LTD or CIS Start: Immediate Are you an experienced Section Engineer with highways, drainage and structures experience looking for your next contract? We're recruiting for a Section Engineer to join a live highways infrastructure project in Colchester. You'll be responsible for delivering highways, drainage and structures works, ensuring quality standards are met and supporting the successful delivery of the scheme. Key Responsibilities ·Manage engineering activities across highways, drainage, structures, kerbing and surfacing works. ·Complete ITPs, quality documentation and inspection records. ·Raise and manage Technical Queries (TQs). ·Support permits to dig and utility avoidance activities. ·Work closely with site teams to ensure safe, efficient delivery. Requirements ·Experience as a Section Engineer or Senior Engineer on highways projects. ·Strong background in highways, drainage, structures, kerbing and...

Ourt client, a top regional Contractor in the UK are seeking a freelance Section Engineer to join their team on a major Road Construction scheme in Colchester to focus on the Highways, Drainage and structures for this scheme. Daily duties will include assisting with the preparation of RAMs and Task Briefs, Overseeing Engineering staff on site, client liaison and Issuing permits to dig. To be considered, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and ideally hold SMSTS, CSCS and have the below experience: * Highways experience including drainage, structures, kerbing and surfacing * Understanding of ITP’s and willingness to complete required paperwork * Raising of TQ’s for onward client answer. * If possible have EUSR CAT 1 to enable completion of permits to dig. Experience of using Cable avoidance tools such as CAT4 of vLoc3Pro In return, a top day rate is on offer which is paid OUTSIDE IR35 and comes with an immediate start. This is a great opening on a...

Roles - PSV Engineer / PSV Technician / PSV Mechanic / Bus Technician Location: Colchester Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic? Are you available to start work right away? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits of working for Excel: * Weekly Pay * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34.00 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of PSV * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of PSV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety regulations and safe...

Assembler - Colchester, Essex - Temporary - Immediately available - Earlies & late shift About the role: Working within a busy manufacturing team, you will be responsible for assembling large industrial products using a variety of hand and power tools. You will be required to work from engineering and technical drawings to ensure products are assembled accurately and to specification. The role involves working with metal components and can be physically demanding, with an element of heavy lifting involved throughout the shift. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for long-term work with a reputable engineering manufacturer. Hours & Shift allowances: Early Shift: 06:00 - 14:00 (8% shift allowance) Late Shift: 14:00 - 22:00 (15% shift allowance) Key Responsibilities Assembling metal products using hand and power tools Reading and working from engineering and technical drawings Following manufacturing and assembly procedures Working with large...

Job Title: Counterbalance FLT Operator Location: Gosfield, Essex Remuneration: Competitive hourly rate, plus overtime opportunities! Contract Details: Temporary, minimum 3 weeks. Responsibilities: Are you ready to drive your career forward? Join our team as a Counterbalance FLT Operator! This is an exciting opportunity for those who thrive in a dynamic engineering environment. Here's what you'll be doing: Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to move materials around the warehouse Load and unload goods efficiently, ensuring accuracy and safety Conduct regular checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance Collaborate with team members to maintain a smooth workflow Follow health and safety protocols to keep yourself and your colleagues safe Assist with stock management and inventory checks as needed Why Join Us? Be part of a vibrant team where your contributions matter Enjoy a supportive work environment with friendly colleagues Gain valuable experience in the...

Electrical Assembler Location: Sudbury, Suffolk Hours: Monday to Thursday | 06:30 - 17:00 (Four-day working week) Salary: £14.00 - £16.50+ per hour (DOE) Contract: Temporary to Permanent Stonetech Recruitment are working with a well-established manufacturing business in Sudbury to recruit an Electrical Assembler. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company producing high-quality electrical control panels and enclosures. Working within a clean, modern production environment, you'll become part of a supportive team with the opportunity to secure a permanent position. The Role As an Electrical Assembler, you'll be responsible for assembling, wiring and testing electrical control panels to a high standard. Key Responsibilities * Assemble and wire electrical control panels, cabinets and enclosures to engineering specifications. * Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings. * Install and wire components...

Welder/Fabricator Location: Near Sudbury, Suffolk Salary: £14.00 - £15.00 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm (overtime available at enhanced rates) Stonetech Recruitment are working with a well-established engineering company based just outside Sudbury who are looking to recruit an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join their skilled workshop team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected business offering a varied workload, regular overtime and long-term career prospects. The Role * Carrying out high-quality MIG welding. * Fabricating architectural metalwork from engineering drawings. * Reading and interpreting technical drawings. * Producing work to a high standard of quality and accuracy. * Working independently as well as collaboratively within the workshop team. * Maintaining a clean and safe working environment. The Ideal Candidate * Previous MIG welding and fabrication...

Composite Laminator Location: Witham, Essex Pay Rate: Negotiable (Paid via PAYE Inside IR35) Monday to Friday, 08:00-4:30 (Plus 20% uplift on night shift) Contract: 6 - 12 months, potential for extension/permanent About Us We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility. This vertical integration represents considerable supply chain benefits to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams. We are partners on ultra-premium, low-volume programmes delivering vehicle programmes for the ultra-exclusive, ultra-high-value automotive sector for automotive brands. Role Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for Carbon Laminators to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the world's most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes. If you have a passion and desire for delivering high-end products and components - intricate machining, carbon fibre mould tooling, complex jigs, and...

A manufacturer of automotive components are looking for multiple assemblers to join their teams. Ideally you will have Assembly experience or come from a motor mechanic type background or maybe you have completed a manufacturing or engineering college course or similar equivalence. If you have experience putting things together, we want to hear from you! This is an exciting time to join a fast-growing company who have a fantastic working facility with a full order book. The company work on projects for ulta-high value automotive companies including Mercedes AMG-ONE, Pininfarina, Aston Martin, McLaren etc so you will be working on some exciting projects. If you want stability, this is the company to work for! There are 3 static shifts which are as follows:- 6am till 2.30pm Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday The hourly rate is £12.71ph There is free parking on site. Assembler Duties:- Assembling products to company standard Reporting defects to management...

Welder/Fabricator Location: Witham, Essex Salary: £13.00 - £15.00 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm Stonetech Recruitment are working with a leading manufacturer of automotive equipment based in Witham who are looking to recruit an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join their growing team. This is an excellent temporary-to-permanent opportunity for someone with strong MIG welding and fabrication skills who is looking for long-term employment with a well-established company. The Role * Carrying out high-quality MIG welding. * Fabricating components to engineering specifications. * Reading and working from technical engineering drawings. * Inspecting finished work to ensure it meets quality standards. * Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area. The Ideal Candidate * Previous experience in MIG welding and fabrication. * Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings. *...

Role: IQA Technician Location: Sudbury, Suffolk ASAP Start Duration: 6 months + Pay Rate: £20-£23 P/hr PAYE Inside IR35 Fully site based. Description The IQA Technician will be responsible for completing inspection, control, and disposition of all incoming materials across the Sudbury manufacturing sites, completing all relevant documentation and traceability processes to applicable quality standards. The IQA Inspector ensures that incoming materials to be used by production meet all quality requirements. Job Responsibilities: Carry out inspection of incoming goods across the Sudbury sites using measurement equipment, specifications, and quality control plans (QCP's). Ensuring all incoming materials fully conform to requirements prior to assembly, completing all associated documentation/records and following GDP (Good Documentation Practices). Provide input to the process for the control and disposition of any non-conforming materials, completing tasks, documentation, and...

Repair Technician Contract until 31/12/2026 – Likely to be extended, with permanent potential. Braintree £14.10/hr PAYE 41 hours per week Inside IR35 I am recruiting for a Repair Technician to join our client's aviation repair workshop in Braintree. Working alongside qualified technicians, you will support the repair, maintenance and testing of aircraft safety equipment, including buoyancy devices, life rafts, evacuation slides, oxygen equipment and associated sub-assemblies. This is a physical, hands-on workshop role. Many tasks are completed in pairs and involve positioning, folding and compressing fairly heavy materials correctly. Product-specific training and task instruction will be provided, with the opportunity to take on additional responsibility as competence is demonstrated. Role Responsibilities • Support qualified technicians with the repair, maintenance, calibration and testing of aviation safety equipment. • Follow repair orders, task...

Position: Panel Wirer Salary: £20.00 - £21.00 - Negotiable Location: Braintree Hours: Monday to Thursday 07:00am - 16:00pm - 40+ hours per week - OT Available (Early start available) Proactive are currently recruiting for multiple experienced Panel Wirers to begin work for a leading engineering company based in Braintree. The correct candidate ideally should be multi skilled capable and adaptable, be self-organised and personable, with an eye for detail and good initiative. Principle Duties include: Control Panel Build and Panel Wiring Control panel & equipment build, cable installation & containment, wiring of sensors. Fitting / Assembly Including completion of build records. Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.Experience and qualifications required: Good standard of education Experienced with hand tools and power tools. Working to CAD electrical drawings, following BOM's. Adhering to strict quality standards. IT competent (general...

Contractor Vacancy: Control Systems Engineer Industry: Advanced Engineering / Medical & Scientific Cooling Location: Maldon, UK - On-site Duration: 6 Months Rate: £45-50 per hour Outside IR 35 The Role A leading innovator in cooling technology is seeking an experienced Contract Controls Design Engineer for an on-site project in Maldon. Operating within an Agile R&D environment, you will design control algorithms, build high-fidelity simulations, and integrate hardware to optimise ultra-low temperature refrigeration systems. Key Responsibilities Algorithm Design: Develop and implement PID and advanced control strategies for precise temperature regulation. Modeling & Simulation: Build, calibrate, and validate system models using MATLAB/Simulink to minimize physical prototyping. System Integration: Connect control software with sensors, actuators, and refrigeration hardware. Data Optimisation: Analyse performance data to improve system robustness,...

Teamforce Labour are currently seeking an experienced CSCS Groundworker for an immediate start on a busy construction project in Dengie, CM10. The Role As a Groundworker, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of construction works, carrying out a range of groundwork activities while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity. Key Responsibilities Carry out all aspects of general groundworks. Excavation, trenching, and drainage works. Kerbing, edging, and concreting where required. Installation of ducting and associated civil engineering works. Assist with site preparation and finishing works. Operate small plant and tools safely (where qualified). Work closely with the site management team and other trades. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area. Comply with all site health, safety, and environmental procedures.Requirements Valid CSCS Card (essential). Previous experience as a Groundworker on construction or civil engineering...

Teamforce Labour are currently seeking an experienced CPCS/NPORS Tractor Driver for an immediate start on a busy construction project in Dengie, CM10. The Role As a Tractor Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating a tractor to support the day-to-day activities on site, ensuring materials and equipment are transported efficiently while maintaining high health and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Safely operate a tractor across the construction site. Transport materials, equipment, and plant as required. Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly. Assist with site logistics and general operational duties. Follow site traffic management plans and instructions from the site management team. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Adhere to all site health, safety, and environmental procedures.Requirements Valid CPCS or NPORS Previous experience operating tractors on construction or civil engineering projects. Good understanding of site...