234 engineering jobs found in Derby

Engineering Teacher - Tradewind Recruitment Location: Rotherham Start Date: January 2026 Contract: Full-time / Long-term Salary: Competitive, paid to scale Are you a passionate Engineering Teacher looking for your next opportunity? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Engineering specialist to join a forward-thinking secondary school/college and inspire the next generation of engineers. About the Role: We're looking for a teacher who can deliver engaging and practical Engineering lessons across KS3-KS5 (or KS4-KS5 depending on the school). You'll be joining a supportive department with access to excellent facilities and resources. This role is ideal for someone who values hands-on learning, innovation, and helping students understand real-world engineering applications. Responsibilities: Plan and deliver high-quality Engineering lessons Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment Track and assess student progress, providing...

Job Advertisement: Mechanical Engineering Lecturer Location: Greater Manchester Type: 0.6 Part-Time Temporary / Permanent Rate: Temporary £40-£50per hour Eden Brown are seeking a dynamic and skilled Mechanical Engineering Lecturer with a specialisation in CAD/CAM to join a leading Further Education College in Greater Manchester. This is apart time role over Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday starting January for 5 weeks. About the Role: As a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer, you will teach, support, and mentor students in the field of CAD, Thermodynamics and Mechanical Principles to Level 5 helping them develop the skills needed to thrive in the engineering industry. You will deliver engaging lessons, create high-quality learning resources, and support students through both practical and theoretical elements of mechanical engineering. Key Responsibilities: * Deliver engaging and up-to-date lessons in CAD, focusing on software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks,...

A client within the Public Sector based in is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority or similar environment. The Role Key purpose of the role is to provide expert mechanical and heating design, contract administration, and maintenance services to support the Council’s building programme, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and high-quality standards. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Provide heating and mechanical design services as required in the execution of the Council’s building programme. Deliver design, contract administration, and maintenance services for engineering, heating, and mechanical systems for Council schemes or similar projects. Carry out site and condition surveys of mechanical services in buildings. Produce detailed...

Supply Chain & Quality Manager Derby, Derbyshire  12 Month contract  Rates: Negotiable (DOE)  Hours: 35 per week, worked across 4.5 days (between 7am–7pm) The Opportunity A major aerospace organisation is seeking an experienced Supply Chain & Quality Manager to join its team onsite at a key engine-manufacturing facility in Derby. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused position supporting operational performance, supply chain robustness, and quality governance across a complex, fast-moving industrial environment. This role is ideal for someone who has previously worked within large aerospace or engineering environments and thrives in stakeholder-rich settings where communication, problem-solving, and operational oversight are essential. Key Responsibilities Supply Chain Management Monitor supplier performance to ensure delivery, quality, and operational commitments are met. Conduct load and capacity assessments to identify constraints. Lead rate readiness and...

Are you an experience Motorsport, Automotive and/or F1 Composite Trimmer? Looking for more hours and stable contract? If so, read on! Who Our client is one of the UK’s most accredited and trusted composite manufacturers, providing complete engineering solutions to it's clients across sectors such as Motorsport, F1, Automotive, Aerospace, Defence and R&D. What In order to support our client's ongoing projects, we are looking for experienced Composite Trimmers to join the team for an initial 3 month contract starting asap. Schedule Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm, regular overtime and weekends available. Rate: £22 per hour Duration: 3 months, potential for extension, subject to workload Start: ASAP Location: Derbyshire Sector: F1 and/or Defence If you have over 5 years, recent/current experience of Trimming components and you're looking to secure a new contract with a well established organisation, with professional, clean and modern facilities, then we look forward...

Stress Engineers – Gas Turbines (Outside of IR35) Certain Advantage is hiring for Stress Engineers – Gas Turbines based in the Derby area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from aerospace and automotive to healthcare and semiconductors. 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 Stress Engineer-Gas Turbines—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: Stress analysis on development projects Compliance with aerospace industry standards Contribution to innovating in New Product Introduction (NPI) programmesThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Stress and Lifting (fatigue, damage tolerance/...

Stress Engineer Outside IR35  Certain Advantage are hiring for a Stress Engineer based in Derby. This role is on a 12-month contract basis. The role Ownership of stress analysis of assigned components. Collaborate with support functions as needed (stress analysis, life management, heat transfer, materials, design). Ensure assigned components meet all technical and functional requirements. Interface with global engineering organizations and other internal organizations (e.g. design) as required to support activity on assigned components. Generate and deliver technical/program presentations to internal and external customers as required (systems tech review, design review and internal analysis review). Write Design Study Summaries (Design Definition Record), Technical Memorandums, Coordination Memos, and Certification Reports as required to document design engineering activity on assigned components.  The individual: 3+ years gas turbine experience 2D/3D stress analysis of...

Mechanical Handling Engineer Plymouth – 3 days WFH circa £57.5 per hour LTD (Outside IR35) Virtual interview Mon–Fri   Certain Advantage is partnering with a key client to recruit a Mechanical Handling Engineer. You’ll support mechanical handling and building services projects across nuclear and non-nuclear facilities, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operation of cranes, lifting equipment, and maintenance assets.   What will you be doing? Support the Mechanical Engineering Lead with design, maintenance, and modification of mechanical handling systems. Scope and deliver mechanical designs and upgrades across the full project lifecycle. Maintain technical documentation, drawings, and compliance records. Collaborate across disciplines during installation, commissioning, and testing phases. Provide technical input to risk assessments and progress reports.  A couple of things you should know: Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s or CEng preferred). 3+...

Mechanical Design Engineers (Outside of IR35) Certain Advantage is hiring for Mechanical Design Engineers based in the Huddersfield area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more. 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 Mechanical Design Engineers—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: Detailed design Material selection, hand calculation, rotor dynamics Conceptual design, 3D and 2D modelling BOM and gear data generation Concession/Non-conformance assessment and resolutionThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Structural design practices and methodologies...

We are currently looking for an experienced Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Service Engineer to join one of our clients in the Midlands The client is a market-leading supplier in the UK HVAC marketplace, and operate nationwide from their locations in the East and West Midlands, dealing with both servicing and maintenance of equipment This is a field based role serving both the East and West Midlands and will include travel throughout these areas, although candidates will be expected to live close enough to one of the firms bases to be able to attend there as and when required. The main responsibilities will include working on the installation, service, fault finding and repair of HVAC systems at clients premises ensuring total customer satisfaction Duties * Service & Maintenance of air conditioning, ventilation equipment & chillers * F-gas compliance checks on varied A/C systems * Fault-finding/diagnostics of air conditioning systems * Accurate &...

PROJECT ENGINEER Project Engineer (x2) – Groundworks & RC Structures 📍Locations: Derby 🕒 Duration: 20 weeks Start Date : 19/01/2026 We are seeking two experienced Project Engineers to join our team and deliver a multi-disciplinary civil engineering project across our Derby and Corby sites. The project involves groundworks and reinforced concrete (RC) works and offers the opportunity to work on a high-value, technically challenging development. Key Responsibilities * Manage site works to high standards of safety, quality, and performance in accordance with project procedures and standards. * Lead “setting to work” briefings with a focus on safe and quality-driven execution. * Direct and prioritize daily site activities in line with project requirements. * Prepare and review method statements, risk assessments, and QA documentation. * Carry out limited setting out duties as required. * Supervise site engineers and manage sub-contractors effectively. * Participate in...

Long term contract opportunity to work for a world renowned rolling stock manufacturer with 2 plus years worth of work. Job Title: Electrical Modifications Technician (MDO+) Job Location: Derby Hourly Pay Rate: Mornings - PAYE:£19.02/Umbrella:£24.66 Afternoons - PAYE:£20.43/Umbrella:£26.52 Shifts: 37 hours with potential overtime Shift Pattern: Mon - Fri (mornings + afternoons) Duration: 2 years + Start Date: ASAP Industries Considered: Rolling Stock, Aviation, Plant, Automotive, HGV, PCV, Marine and Armed Forces Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Position Summary: Working at a live Rail Depot you will initially be engaged in the implementation of a suite of electrical modifications on the Voyageur Fleet. In addition, overall responsibility of vehicle wiring, in line with vehicle maintenance instructions (VMI's). Undertake all types of electrical modifications work to ensure that we provide a safe, reliable, and defect free train. Take responsibility for...

Paint spraying contract opportunity to work for a world renowned rolling stock manufacturer with 2 years worth of work. The client will consider candidates from outside the rolling stock industry as long as they meet the requirements from the spec below. Job Title: Paint Sprayer Job Location: Derby Shifts: Mon-Fri, Mornings and Afters Hourly Rate: Mornings - £19.02 PAYE/£24.14 Umbrella Afternoons - £20.43 PAYE/£25.98 Umbrella Overtime and weekend rates also offered Hours Per Week: 45 hours per week minimum. Shift Times: Morning - Monday - Friday,6am-2pm Afternoons - Monday - Friday, 2pm-10pm Contract Duration: On-going Position Summary: This role would require individuals to 18= This role will include all the paint preparation and final finish work on these vehicles. This includes all the masking, keying, primer application (2K), final coats (2K) and polishing out any imperfections to create the perfect finish. This role involves...

Job title: Electrical Fitter/Technician Job Type: Temporary Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: Immediate Duration: 12 month contract | Potential for extension Pay rate: Competitive Location: Derby, Derbyshire Hours of work: Full Time - 40.00 per week Working Arrangements: 4 on, 4 off shift patterns covering rotational days and nights About the Role We are seeking an experienced Electrical Fitter / Technician to join a dynamic team maintaining and servicing modern rolling stock. This is a hands-on, high-level technical role with a strong electrical bias, requiring advanced diagnostic skills and leadership capability. You'll play a key part in ensuring the reliability and safety of cutting-edge rail assets, working in a fast-paced environment where precision and professionalism are paramount. Key Responsibilities Electrical Expertise: * Interpret electrical schematics and traction/rolling stock drawings. * Perform complex fault-finding, diagnostics, and repairs on...

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the extension of a large warehouse facility. This is a significant infrastructure project within a leading engineering and manufacturing environment, offering long-term stability and the chance to deliver a high-profile build. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the delivery of a warehouse extension project from start to finish. Coordinate site activities, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion. Oversee contractors and subcontractors, maintaining strong communication and accountability. Ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards. Report progress and manage risks effectively throughout the contract period. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Project Manager in fit-out or M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) projects. Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage complex site operations. Excellent communication and stakeholder management...

Lead Technician Location: Etches Park Depot, Deadmans Road, Derby 12+ Month Initial Contract Pay: £26.92 /hour PAYE £35.98 /hour Umbrella Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern. 10 Hour shifts. Combination of Days & Nights (E.g. - 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights) + Opportunity for overtime, Paid at 1.25% This role falls inside IR35 - payment via PAYE or Umbrella Company Function of Role To service, complex fault find and repair Hitachi rolling stock assets Key Responsibilities Maintain the condition of the work site, materials and equipment Adhere to health, safety, environmental & quality practices in the workplace Prepare for and undertake planned and unplanned maintenance activities Confirm that traction and rolling stock assets comply with operational specifications by the use of engineering processes and techniques Read and extract information from traction and rolling stock drawings and specifications Prepare for and undertake the removal and replacement of traction and...

Orbital Recruitment are looking for a Paint Sprayer in Derby on Rolling Stock IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE UPTO 2 YEARS WORK OPPORTUNITY TO WORK 50HRS MON – FRI AVAILABLE and WEEKENDS * Ideally Sprayers will have a background in Rolling Stock but experience within the Aircraft or Motor industries would be considered. * Most work will be “blow-ins” and “touch ups” * £19.50 p/h days £23.50p/h OT * 7.30am – 4.30pm Mon to Fri + Weekends * Long term work Pay: £19.50-£23.50 per hour Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: * Derby reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: * paint spraying on rolling stock: 3 years (required) The Next Step: If you think this would be a great fit for you then APPLY NOW. Or contact Jon Roome for more info Don't forget to follow us on Facebook for the latest updates on new jobs roles, events and more

Job Title: Manufacturing Methods - Production - Process Engineer Location: Derby Hours: Monday to Friday days 37hrs per week on site Duration: 12 month plus contract Rate: £neg circa £45-50k equiv. Purpose of the job Defines the manufacturing process and associated equipment for a new product, taking into account the industrial policy, existing standards and constraints of the project. responsibilities During specification and preliminary design phases: Gather Industrial requirements Engineering has to comply with, during product specification and design. Explain them to Engineering. Participate actively to the product design in co-engineering mode, using appropriate methodologies. Design the macro-process, based on standard SMP. Prepare introduction of new technologies if need be, with associated process validation plan. Identify needs of specific manufacturing equipment. Estimate Method Time and perform a preliminary line balancing. Identify critical process steps where to...

Job Title: Manufacturing Methods - Production - Process Engineer Location: Derby Hours: Monday to Friday days 37hrs per week on site Duration: 12 month plus contract Rate: £neg circa £45-50k equiv. Purpose of the job Defines the manufacturing process and associated equipment for a new product, taking into account the industrial policy, existing standards and constraints of the project. responsibilities During specification and preliminary design phases: Gather Industrial requirements Engineering has to comply with, during product specification and design. Explain them to Engineering. Participate actively to the product design in co-engineering mode, using appropriate methodologies. Design the macro-process, based on standard SMP. Prepare introduction of new technologies if need be, with associated process validation plan. Identify needs of specific manufacturing equipment. Estimate Method Time and perform a preliminary line balancing. Identify critical process steps where to...

Job Title: SHE Advisor Location: Burton on Trent Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday Salary/rate: negotiable Contract: 3 Months Job Purpose Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of safety, health and environmental systems across the business. Promote a positive safety culture, ensure compliance with legislation, maintain accurate records for KPI reporting, and provide professional guidance, coaching and auditing support. Key Responsibilities * Support delivery of SHE strategy and ensure compliance with legislation, company policies and corporate directives. * Provide professional SHE guidance across operational areas, including maintenance of management systems and interpretation of legislation. * Lead and support improvement initiatives and drive continuous SHE performance. * Manage internal and external audit programmes, ensuring corrective actions are recorded and completed. * Coach and support internal auditors to carry out effective...