404 engineering jobs found in Reading

MEP Engineering Manager – HS2 Temp (Umbrella PAYE) or Perm   We are working with a JV partner delivering a £700M project as part of the wider HS2 scheme.   Our client is looking for technically gifted MEP Engineering Manager with experience in rail station, rail depot, or airport terminal design. This is a newly awarded project with the MEP design sitting at RIBA Stage 3 – you will be working closely with consultants to help develop the design into its final, buildable form as well as working as part of the wider delivery team to push this project along in a timely manner. This project sits in pre-construction until 2028.   We expect you to have extensive experience in MEP Design and Engineering Management, having delivered major rail or aviation projects from contract award to handover. Your background will be working for either the principal contractor or MEP subcontractor and will have been qualified in either mechanical or electrical engineering to at least HND level. Being a...

Role: Future Engineering Operations Manager Location: Marylebone Station, London - with travel to depots as required Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract - 12 Months Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum Role Purpose Chiltern Railways is preparing for a new era of fleet capability, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth. We are seeking a Future Engineering Operations Manager to lead the strategic planning and development of our engineering operations, ensuring our workforce, depots, stabling facilities, and rolling stock strategies are ready to meet the demands of the future railway. This role is not about day-to-day engineering management. Instead, it focuses on long term planning, capability development, and shaping the systems, people, and infrastructure that will support Chiltern’s future fleet and operational requirements. You will play a key role in preparing the organisation for new technologies, new rolling stock, and evolving customer and operational expectations. Key...

Job Title: Technical Delivery Lead - Data Engineering Lead (Hands-on Python / Databricks) Contract: 6 months - Potentially extension. Location: London Hybrid (5 days in 10 in the office) Rate: Highly competitive Status: Inside IR35 Working pattern: Full time We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Lead with strong expertise in Python, Databricks, and Apache Spark to lead the successful delivery of enterprise-scale data engineering initiatives.. This is a hands-on leadership role combining technical delivery, solution design, and data engineering expertise. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a greenfield data platform while remaining actively involved in development activities. Essential Skills Proven experience in Data Engineering or Software Engineering. Previous experience in a Technical Lead, Lead Data Engineer, or Technical Delivery Lead position. Strong hands-on expertise with Python. Extensive experience with Databricks, including Workflows,...

Software Development Specialist / Professional Location: London, Cheltenham, Ipswich, or Manchester (Onsite) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Clearance Requirement: Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is mandatory. About the Role We are seeking engineers with strong IT and engineering skills to build, design, and secure modern technology platforms. You will work in a software-defined, automation-first environment to iterate fast and deploy at pace. Multiple roles are available across different seniority levels. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver automated engineering platform capabilities in a CI/CD environment. Design and evolve CI/CD pipelines and embed Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC). Integrate security controls into workflows so services are secure by design. Support engineering teams, remove manual tasks, and improve platform reliability. Collaborate across development, security, and operations teams. What You'll Need We are looking for a mix of some or all of the...

Role: Software engineering specialist Location: London (Alternatives that will also be accepted Cheltenham, Ipswich, or Manchester) Contract: 6 Months Day rate: £605 Inside IR35 Clearance: DV Clearance required due to nature of the project About the Role You'll work in a software-defined, CI/CD-driven environment, where infrastructure, security, and deployment are all managed as code. Our teams move fast, take ownership end-to-end, and continuously improve how we build and run platforms. What You'll Do Build and evolve automated platform capabilities for development, testing, and deployment Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable, repeatable delivery Embed Infrastructure-as-Code and eliminate manual processes Integrate security into engineering workflows (secure by design) Support teams with tools, standards, and best practices Improve automation, performance, and developer experience Collaborate across engineering, security, and operations Monitor and enhance...

Job Title: Engineering Manager- Rail Type: Contract Location: London Rate : dependant on experience Job Reference: JHEM I am looking for a engineering manager with a good rail background, to deliver engineering technical excellence on asset portfolio of capital works. Role You will have previous experience working in a similar role within programmes from an asset management aspect. This role would suit an engineering manager . Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Ensure the engineering element of the works goes according with works plans. Work on assurance in line with CDM Work in a team f Assist with engineering design and plans as required Attend engineering reviews as required for allocated contracts.Essential requirements: Rail engineering background Rail experience ideally capital works Will need to have current or past senior level engineerDesirable: Ideally having worked on client sided rolesTo discuss in more detail please call Josh Hill at...

BMS Commissioning Engineer, Tridium, Trend or Siemens Immediate start 4 - 6 month contract £300 - £360 per day Our client requires an accomplished BMS Commissioning Engineer with Tridium, Trend or Siemens Building Management Controls experience to join their team on either a project in London or a site in Hertforshire . There are several roles and projects currently available in: the City, East London and also in Hertfordshire, the best site would depend on your location and experience for each project. This is on a contract basis and will initially run for 4 to 6  months. To start immediately and is likely to be extended on a rolling basis.  This position could also be as the Lead Commissioning Engineer if you have the right experience and the rate would then reflect this. Key skills required:- Experienced in the Commissioning of Building Management Systems ( BMS ) Qualified and experienced with Tridium ,Trend or Siemens Control systems. CSCS Skill Card or equivalent is...

SC Cleared Tech Lead 6 Months 1 Day per week on site in Reading £(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35) ***Due to the nature of the role and the client, the selected candidate MUST HAVE ACTIVE SC Clearance*** My client, a government based department are looking for an SC Cleared Tech Lead to join their fast-paced team on an initial 6 month contract. The selected candidate MUST HAVE CQRS experience and event-driven-architecture. Acts as the technical lead for backend development within a pod, specialising in event-driven architecture and CQRS-based systems. Core Skills:CQRS (non-negotiable), Event Sourcing, .NET / Java / Python, Azure Service Bus, API Development, Distributed Systems Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency...

Setting Out Site Engineer needed in Reading Location: Reading RG2 Rate: £280 -£350 per day Hours: 7.30 to 5pm Job Type: Contract - 1 month Job Description: Stridden Limited are recruiting for an established Groundworkers and Civils Contractor who are currently looking for an experienced Setting Out Site Engineer to join their team. You will be a key member of their site team, responsible for the technical and quality control of civil engineering works in Reading. Site Engineer Key Duties: Your role will involve: · Setting out and conducting surveys to ensure all work is carried out to the highest level of accuracy, in line with engineering drawings and project specifications. · Managing and supervising subcontractors and direct labour, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. · Inspecting and auditing work on-site, implementing quality assurance procedures, and preparing comprehensive daily reports. · Acting as the primary point...

Quality Engineer - Reading, UK (On-site) Contract position - 7 months Our client is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join a major infrastructure project based in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-driven QC Inspector or Quality Engineer to play a key role in delivering quality assurance on a high-profile, safety-critical site. Role Overview As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for reviewing and accepting procedures and documentation in line with requirements, ensuring full compliance across all project phases. You will carry out inspections in accordance with approved Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), conduct on-site inspections, and witness testing activities to verify works meet detailed design specifications. Working closely with project teams, the Quality Engineer will support the ongoing review and final acceptance of Lifetime Records (LTRs), ensuring all documentation is accurate, complete, and aligned with regulatory standards. You...

Astute's contract team is partnering with a leading Defence consultancy to recruit a Submarine Marine Engineer for a hybrid role, with 1-2 days a week in Reading. The Submarine Marine Engineer role comes with and hourly rate of £65 per hour. Key skills required for the Submarine Marine Engineer role Cat A2 Submariner experience. Foundation degree in Engineering at a minimum. Hold SC clearance. Location, day rate and details of the Submarine Marine Engineer role Hybrid working, 1-2 days per week in Reading. Outside IR35. £65 per hour. Start date, ASAP.Astute 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...

We are currently working with a large engineering consultancy who are actively seeking a Health & Safety Manager, for a data centre project near Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the chance to work on a flagship data centre scheme. Health & Safety Lead Responsibilities: * Provide EHS leadership and coordination within the division, to direct training matters, competency requirements both internal and external in order to comply with statutory and other requirements and also to improve project leaders' abilities and understanding of the EHSMS. * Be proactive in all matters concerning the role. * Report on business EHS risks, KPIs and trends accurately with data and recommend constructive actions towards continuous improvements. * Coordinate all EHS Matters within the Division and report constructively all EHS matters to the Business Unit Manager and EHS Manager. * Audit and inspect projects and the EHS Management system in the...

Job Role: Senior/Principal Infrastructure Engineer Location: Reading Rate: £45.00 - £53.00 per hour Outside IR35 Contract Length: 12 months (6 months considered) Hours: 36-40 hours per week Working Arrangement: The wider team typically works 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Open to discussions on this and can be flexible. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join a growing consultancy delivering a diverse range of development and infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with developers, planners, architects and multidisciplinary design teams to deliver innovative and value-engineered infrastructure solutions. You will play a key role within the Civil Infrastructure team, helping to shape technical delivery, mentor junior engineers and support the successful delivery of projects from planning through to construction. This position is particularly suited to a...

Location: Reading (Hybrid - 1 day a week on-site) Duration: Long-Term Freelance Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (Strictly Inside IR35) We are currently recruiting for a Project Planner with specialist water industry experience to join a tier-one engineering leader. In this role, you will oversee and drive the planning functions across a diverse portfolio of major water infrastructure and environmental schemes throughout the Thames Water region. This position offers excellent hybrid flexibility, requiring you to be based out of the Reading office just one day per week. The Role Working within a fast-paced and collaborative environment, you will be responsible for creating, maintaining, and managing robust project schedules from pre-construction through to delivery. Your day-to-day will involve: Baseline Scheduling: Developing and updating fully resourced, logically linked project programmes (using Primavera P6) in line with project specifications and milestones. Progress...

Are you an experienced Commissioning Test professional looking for your next challenge? This company is seeking a talented Commissioning Test Team Leader to join their dynamic team in Reading. Due to the nature of the project you will be working on you will need to hold active SC clearance. About the Role As the Commissioning Test Team Leader, you will be responsible for supervising on-site commissioning activities to ensure safe, compliant, and accurate testing is achieved. You will review commissioning documentation and Safe Systems of Work, ensuring they are followed by all involved in the activity. Key responsibilities of the Commissioning Test Team Leader role include: Work to approved commissioning procedures and Safe Systems of Work Raise commissioning reservations and seek guidance from the commissioning manager or engineering support Ensure the final state of plant configuration is as expected or agreed with the commissioning manager What We're Looking For The ideal...

SC Cleared Product Owner - Cloud Hosting 6 Months £88 per hour (Inside IR35) Hybrid working - 2-3 Days per week in Reading My client are looking for an experienced Product Owner with a strong background in Cloud Hosting to join a major programme within the Defence and Aerospace sector. This role requires active Security Clearance and experience working within highly regulated, secure environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining the vision, strategy, roadmap, and delivery of enterprise cloud hosting services, working closely with business stakeholders, architects, engineering teams, and senior leadership. Responsibilities Define and own the Cloud Hosting product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Engage with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into product features, epics, and user stories. Manage and prioritise the product backlog based on business value, dependencies, risk, and delivery capacity. Lead...

Damicor are recruiting for JIB Gold Card Electricians for Commercial works in Reading. Requirements Compliant to live and work in the UK JIB Card IPAF 3a & 3b Commercial & Data Centre experience  Details Hourly Rate: £26 - £28 (plus overtime) Paid: 8 - 10 hours Please apply via the advert or contact Katie Jaggers at (url removed) or (phone number removed) to find out more

Track Access Planner with SSOWP The Track Access Planner will lead the development and integration of a safe, efficient and robust Route Engineering Access Plan, supporting the delivery of Renewals and Route Maintenance Plans. The role requires valid SSOWP Planner competency. The post holder will take a lead role in resolving access conflicts through proactive industry engagement and consultation, ensuring all access, isolations and protected path requests are safely and effectively integrated into the Route Access Plan in accordance with all relevant standards. Key responsibilities include coordinating Renewals and Maintenance teams to resolve access challenges, delivering a safe, optimised and performance-focused engineering access plan, and safeguarding overall Route safety and operational performance. The Track Access Planner will lead and control the late change process, ensuring all changes are delivered safely, compliantly and within agreed authority, escalating where...

Location: UK (MOD Site) Contract Type: Contract / Freelance Duration: 6 months + Rate: Competitive Day Rate Security Clearance: Ability to obtain Basic Security Clearance required The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Authorised Person (Electrical) to join a leading electrical contractor delivering the electrical package on a prestigious £8 million new-build office development located on a Ministry of Defence site. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the safe management, coordination, and delivery of electrical works on a high-profile commercial construction project. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all electrical systems are installed, commissioned, energised, and operated in accordance with current regulations, site procedures, and safe systems of work. Due to the nature of the project, candidates must be eligible to obtain the required security clearance. Key Responsibilities * Act as the designated Authorised Person...

Product Owner - Cloud Hosting Rate: £80-£84 per hour (Inside IR35) Contract: Initial 6 months, rolling extension Location: Reading (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week) Security Clearance: Active MOD SC Clearance Required Overview We are seeking an experienced Product Owner with a strong background in Cloud Hosting, Defence, and secure technology environments to join a major aerospace and defence programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a Product Owner who can bridge business and technical teams, drive cloud platform strategy, and deliver secure, scalable cloud hosting solutions within highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Define and own the Cloud Hosting product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to gather and prioritise requirements. Translate business needs into Epics, Features, and User Stories. Manage and prioritise the product backlog, balancing business value, dependencies, and team capacity. Lead...