105 engineering jobs found in Edinburgh

Civils Project Manager Boyd Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager for a large project in South Lanarkshire The Job As Project Manager you will oversee the planning, design, construction, and delivery of civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Taking the lead in communicating with clients and other project stakeholders Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and schedules Prepare and present progress reports to senior management and clients Procurement of resources including equipment, materials etc Overseeing project financials producing monthly reports Ensure all project activities align with agreed-upon timelines Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations. Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality standards are met Identify and mitigate project risks The Person This Project Manager...

Principal Firmware Engineer (FPGA) – 1701 Location: Edinburgh (primarily onsite, with limited remote working) Duration: 12 Months (Inside IR35) Rate: £70 per hour Umbrella We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. Overview An opportunity has arisen for a Principal Firmware Engineer to join a multidisciplinary engineering team developing advanced FPGA and firmware solutions for complex, high-performance electronic systems. The role covers the full development lifecycle, including requirements capture, architecture development, FPGA design, integration, verification, and qualification activities. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, support engineering best practice, and contribute to the development of next-generation digital systems. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of FPGA and firmware solutions for complex electronic...

Site Agent – Edinburgh (Freelance) Boyd Recruitment is seeking an experienced Site Agent to join a freelance project across Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a civil engineering project while leading a skilled site team. The Role As Site Agent, you will: Lead and manage the site team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery Allocate resources effectively and ensure each team member has the right skills and support Identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions Monitor and analyse fully resourced programmes to meet project targets Manage subcontractors and build strong collaborative relationships Produce operational target programmes aligned with the overall construction programme Ensure all works meet quality standards and maintain rigorous QA control Uphold health & safety standards across the site Communicate effectively and maintain excellent organisation throughout the project Requirements HND or BSc...

I am working alongside a leading civil engineering contractor who are currently looking to hire an experienced Site Engineer due to a number of new contracts being awarded. My client operates across the civils sector on renewable energy projects. Site Engineer responsibilities: * Setting out using total station & GPS. Works include earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Working alongside the project management team. * Site supervision. * Ensuring health and safety compliance. * Ensuring works are being carried out in accordance to agreed methodology and method. * Ensuring the correct documentation is held on site. * Ensuring works are completed on time and to specification. Site Engineer requirements: * Experience with setting out earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Right to work in the UK. * CSCS card - White minimum. * SSSTS/SMSTS ticket holder (preferable) * Full UK driving licence. * Strong...

Astute's contract team is partnering with a renewables / anaerobic digestion company to recruit a Site Engineer on an initial 3 month contract for its Edinburgh site. There is potential for this to be extended. The Site Engineer role comes with a day rate of £300-£350 per day, Inside IR35. Key Skills required: Come from a mechanical engineering background Worked within the anaerobic digestion sector or similar Worked on rotating machinery and pumps Have a basic electrical engineering understanding Bonus if you have experience with fabricationAstute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident...

Civil Engineer Location: Remote (with occasional travel to offices in Edinburgh or Glasgow) Rate: £600 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: Until December 2026, with a strong likelihood of a further 12-month extension Are you an experienced Civil Engineer looking to play a key role in the delivery of major renewable energy infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland? We are seeking a Civil Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team responsible for supporting the development, design, and delivery of large-scale onshore energy projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects that will play a significant role in the UK's transition to a low-carbon future. The Role You will be responsible for managing and coordinating civil engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover. Key responsibilities include: Managing civil...

Lead Firmware Engineer Edinburgh 12-Month Contract Paying up to £80p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Ability to analyse system-level requirements and capture/ derive detailed FW requirements. Specifying timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Integrating and debugging complex systems where the Firmware interacts with Hardware and Software. Deliver firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging future customer requirements Mentor junior members of the team to help enhance their skills and knowledge in all aspects of Firmware development. Required Experience Degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar engineering/science course Experience in firmware design techniques and tools, from VHDL to place-and-route Experience in FPGA architectures such as system-on-chip (e.g. Xilinx Versal) Experience of auto-generated code using model driven engineering using MATLAB and Simulink tools Experience...

Job title: Process Operator Location: Edinburgh Contract Length: 12 months Working Hours: 4 on 4 off (2 day, 2 night) (Every 10 weeks, 18-day break) Pay Rate: £26.67 p/h Job overview To operate pharmaceutical plant to manufacture bulk pharmaceuticals, intermediates and other chemical products in accordance with current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) and Health and safety practices Key Responsibilities To perform chemical reactions according to batch sheet and process instructions as requested. To recognise key reaction criteria and notify a Supervisor or Shift Manager of any unusual signs. To record process changes and notify a Supervisor or Shift Manager where appropriate. To operate equipment and conduct all plant operation and activities according to good manufacturing practice (cGMP), complying with current SOP's and appropriate health and safety precautions and Controlled Drug regulations. To carry out material handling duties as necessary for the operation of the...

Document Controller (Part-Time) Location: Edinburgh - Site-Based Hours: 3 days per week (flexible) Contract: 6–8-month FTC (potential extension) Our client, a leading main contractor delivering complex refurbishment projects across Scotland, is looking for a Part-Time Document Controller to support a project in Edinburgh. You’ll own document control across a busy construction project, working closely with the site and project team to keep everything organised, compliant and up to date. Manage all project documentation (drawings, RFIs, submissions, correspondence) Maintain clear version control and document tracking Set up and manage document control systems Coordinate information flow between site teams, consultants and subcontractors Support procurement and package documentation Ensure documents are correctly stored, issued and easy to access Flag and fix gaps, errors or missing information quickly Keep filing systems tight, structured and audit-ready Provide general project...

Site Engineer About the Role A leading organisation within the UK utilities and infrastructure sector is seeking a Site Engineer to support the delivery of major infrastructure and electricity projects based just outside Edinburgh. This role will focus on setting out, quality assurance, site supervision, and supporting the successful delivery of construction activities in line with project specifications and programme requirements. Working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, and construction teams, you will help ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards while maintaining accurate engineering and site records. You will play a key role in supporting day-to-day site operations, carrying out engineering activities, monitoring installation quality, and ensuring all works are completed in accordance with project requirements and industry standards. Key Responsibilities * Carry out setting out activities and engineering duties as...

STEM Recruitment is seeking a Principal Scientist with experience of Biophysics for a role based in Edinburgh. You will lead Drug Discovery projects, providing scientific leadership and applying expertise across various biophysical techniques such as SPR, GCI, ITC, DLS, DSF, and SEC-MALS. Your responsibilities include managing projects from initial client discussions to successful delivery, generating high-quality data, contributing to business proposals, and mentoring junior team members. The role requires a strong background in Pharmaceutical or related scientific fields, with extensive experience applying biophysical techniques in Drug Discovery settings, and preferably some experience in Protein Science or Structural Biology. * Degree in a relevant field plus PhD or equivalent experience * Proven success leading scientific, client-facing projects * Experience across a broad range of biophysical techniques, including SPR, GCI, ITC, DLS, DSF, and SEC-MALS. *...

Our client, a prominent name in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a contract FPGA Engineer to join their esteemed team. This role is centred in the Surveillance Sector, where you will play a crucial part in developing firmware and working on FPGAs that support both proven surveillance radar systems and breakthrough next-generation technologies. Key Responsibilities: Developing high-performance firmware for critical surveillance radar solutions like Osprey and Seaspray Engaging in requirement capture, architecture definition, design maturation, integration, and qualification support of next-generation surveillance radars Analysing system-level requirements and capturing/deriving detailed firmware requirements Utilising technical expertise in firmware design techniques and tools, from VHDL to place-and-route Specifying timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place-and-route Integrating and debugging complex systems where firmware interacts with hardware...

Quantity Surveyor About the Role A leading organisation within the UK energy and infrastructure sector is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of major utility and renewable energy projects across Scotland on a 12-month contract basis. This hybrid role will focus on cost control, contract administration, commercial reporting, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently while maximising profitability and commercial performance. Working closely with operational, project delivery, and commercial teams, you will help manage project finances, monitor performance against contract requirements, and support the successful delivery of infrastructure projects within a fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in providing commercial insight, managing subcontractor relationships, analysing project costs and revenues, and ensuring contractual obligations are effectively administered throughout the project lifecycle. Key...

Our client is one of the largest bulk liquid storage and logistics businesses in Europe. They are now seeking applications for a Project Manager to work on an airport expansion project at Edinburgh Airport. This will be working on the design and construction phases of a new tank farm. Design phase in 2026/27 & Construction phase in 2028-29. Location: Edinburgh. (Hybrid working in design phase, full time in Edinburgh during construction) Duration: 12 months + Start date: Flexible Rate: £(Apply online only) per day depending on experience You will be experienced in Project Managing the design and installation phases of storage tanks from one of the following sectors - Fuel Storage Aviation fuels Refinery Oil and GasExperience required Engineering background - Essential Tank farms construction experience = Essential Previous experience of building tank farms at airports - Desirable

Senior Test Development Engineer Location: Glenrothes or Livingston About the role: Responsible for the design, manufacture, verification and validation, along with through life technical support of board level, sub-system and system level test equipment. Skills: • Test software design • Excellent knowledge of analogue and digital electronic circuit design • Ability to write comprehensive technical design documentation • Proven knowledge in handover and management of designs in production • Excellent hardware troubleshooting skills • Able to support/debug system integration • Must be eligible for MOD Security Clearance to a minimum of SC level Highly Desirable: • Significant test development in a safety critical industry • Use of Mentor Graphics schematic entry and PCB layout tools • Understanding of common test architectures PXI/d LXI • Measurement Uncertainty and its application in test equipment design and validation • Software...

Senior Civil Engineer - Highway Design Contract - Inside IR35 Rate: £45.00 - £55.00 per hour Length: 6 Month Initial Contract Hours: 37.5 Per Week Locations: ·Cardiff ·Staffordshire ·Glasgow ·Edinburgh ·Perth Arrangement: Hybrid Working - Typically 2-3 Days Per Week in the Office Are you an experienced Highways Design Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity? We are seeking Senior Civil Engineers with a strong highways design background to support the delivery of a wide range of infrastructure projects across the UK. This role would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of schemes, working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and providing technical leadership throughout the design process. The successful candidate will have experience delivering highway and civil engineering projects from concept through to detailed design and will be confident managing multiple workstreams while ensuring designs are delivered to programme, budget and quality...

Sub Agent required for a number of projects in Edinburgh City Centre. Candidate must have SMSTS, and experience in concrete patching and general civils is essential. Other duties include sealant works, tram control, QA and H&S paperwork. Candidate should come from an engineering background too. You will be working on upgrading Edinburgh's tram network, and will be based predominantly in Edinburgh City Centre, from Haymarket onwards. Rate is negotiable, depending on experience, with a permanent role also on offer if suitable for all parties

Sub/Site Agents required for a large civil engineering contractor based in the central belt in Scotland, who are looking to bring on board candidates for a couple of projects between Edinburgh and the borders. The client is looking for candidates with Scottish Water and Groundworks experience, a combination of both would be great, or one or the other. Ideally the client is looking for candidates with an engineering background also. The client is open to both freelance and permanent candidates, with rates and salaries open to negotiation. Start dates are open negotiation too

Joiner, up to £22.00 per hour, Temp to Perm Opportunity, Edinburgh & Glasgow, 40 hours per week Benefits * Competitive hourly rate of £21.00 – £22.00 * Monday to Friday working pattern * Consistent, long-term project work * Opportunity to secure a permanent position * Immediate start available for the right candidate Responsibilities * Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm (30-minute lunch break) * Installation and fitting of internal doors * Fitting and maintenance of doors and windows * Flooring installation and finishing * Carrying out high-quality finishing joinery work * Shop fitting and refurbishment projects * Kitchen installation and fitting * Bathroom fitting and refurbishment works * Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and within project deadlines Requirements * Proven experience as a Joiner * Valid CSCS Card * Relevant trade qualifications and certification * Own van (required...

Welder, £24.00 per hour, Dalkeith, Immediate Start, Temp to Perm We are currently seeking an experienced Aluminium MIG Welder to join a busy workshop team on an initial 13-week contract, with the potential for extension or a permanent position for the right candidate. Benefits * £24.00 per hour * Monday to Thursday working pattern * 7:00am – 5:15pm shifts * Long weekends every week * Opportunity for contract extension or permanent employment * Work on major infrastructure upgrade projects Responsibilities * MIG welding aluminium plates and components used in pylons and substations * Manufacturing and fabricating components for infrastructure replacement and upgrade projects * Reading and interpreting engineering drawings * Welding to specified tolerances and quality standards * Carrying out all work safely and efficiently within a workshop environment * Supporting quality control and ensuring completed work meets project specifications * Successfully...