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Jan 18, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Engineer
To ensure compliance with Company & Client Policy with respect to water sector requirements. To complete specific design tasks as delegated by the Project Discipline Engineer or Engineering Manager as appropriate. To ensure work packs are delivered in timely and cost effective manner and in line with Company & Clients Project requirements and applicable Company & Client Codes and Standards. Where task forces are mobilised the team members are to be selected through the SQEP process and be familiar in the appropriate field of work. To ensure well maintained Quality Assurance, auditable records, and technical files in line with CDM requirements To ensure smooth and efficient liaison with Other Associated Partners and disciplines as required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience A Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water is an engineer with specific knowledge and experience within their specialist field and discipline. (i.e.SQEP’d–Suitably Qualified Experienced Person)....
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CV-Library Manchester, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Engineer
One of the most well-known nuclear companies in the UK is looking for senior mechanical engineers to work on some of the most prestigious projects in the sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior mechanical engineer to work on a massive project in defence/nuclear sector. Job Title - Senior Mechanical Engineer Location -  Bristol 2/3 days a week Contract Length - 12 Months Pay Rates - £52 - £60 an hour based on experience (Inside IR35) Key responsibilities: Provide technical support to the team for you specialist area and ensure you are working to deadlines effectively Make engineering decisions from a project and technical stand point Act as the technical authority or lead mechanical engineer when required to do so. Ensure all change are assessed and managed accordingly to project scope Ensure the procedures and engineering codes are consistently met and managed throughout the project lifecycle. Produce and review all technical documents and approve calculations,...
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CV-Library Bristol, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Engineer
One of the most well-known nuclear companies in the UK is looking for senior mechanical engineers to work on some of the most prestigious projects in the sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior mechanical engineer to work on some massive project in defence/nuclear sector. Job Title - Senior Mechanical Engineer Location -  Warrington 3x days a week Contract Length - 12 Months Pay Rates - £52-£60 per hour based on experience (Inside IR35) Key responsibilities: Provide technical support to the team for you specialist area and ensure you are working to deadlines effectively Make engineering decisions from a project and technical stand point Act as the technical authority or lead mechanical engineer when required to do so. Ensure all change are assessed and managed accordingly to project scope Ensure the procedures and engineering codes are consistently met and managed throughout the project lifecycle. Produce and review all technical documents and approve calculations,...
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Inside IR35

CV-Library Warrington, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 16, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear Decommissioning Projects (General Overview) Role Summary: The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides technical leadership and design expertise across nuclear decommissioning, waste retrieval, legacy plant modification, and hazard-reduction projects. The role involves producing and reviewing high-quality mechanical design deliverables, ensuring compliance with nuclear standards, and supporting multi-disciplinary teams through all engineering stages. Key Responsibilities * Lead the development of mechanical designs from concept through detailed design. * Produce, review, and approve mechanical drawings, calculations, specifications, and design reports. * Develop solutions for mechanical handling, remote operations, lifting equipment, containment systems, and waste processing equipment. * Ensure mechanical designs comply with nuclear site processes, UK regulations, and relevant industry standards (BS, EN, ISO)....
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CV-Library WA2, Warrington, Cheshire Contractor
CL
Dec 13, 2025  
Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineer (hybrid)
Senior Mechanical Engineer – Contract – West Wales / Hybrid Location: West Wales / Hybrid This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering business during a period of continued growth as they support the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and Renewable Energy sectors. This role is deemed to be outside IR35. Our client is based in West Wales and can accommodate a hybrid working pattern. Role & Responsibilities * Participate in relevant meetings such as Design Reviews, Model Reviews and HAZIDs. * Execute all Piping/Mechanical Engineering activities and maintain technical integrity. * Familiarity with piping, static equipment and rotating equipment. * Develop and contribute to mechanical equipment specification / datasheets to allow purchase of range of equipment. * Oversee designers in the development of multi-discipline plant upgrade project. * Supporting the development of Mechanical and Piping layout for a range of energy projects at different...
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CV-Library SA72, Burton Ferry, Pembrokeshire Contractor
CL
Dec 14, 2025  
Contract Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - MEP Surrey Contract (Outside IR35) Hybrid - 1/2 days a week in Office Rate: £44/hr - £46/hr A consultancy we are partnered with is looking for a contract senior mechanical design engineer to work on a contract basis in their Surrey office. Consultancy or contractor background welcome, project is a large-scale residential scheme. Contract length is like to be 6-8 months. Looking to start someone in early January. If you are interested please apply with your CV
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CV-Library Farnham, Surrey Contractor
CL
Nov 27, 2025  
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Contract – £50-55 per hour (Outisde IR35) Location: Scotland (On-site) We're hiring on behalf of a client looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer. The role focuses on the design and development of electro-mechanical products used in automated systems, including intricate internal mechanisms for an electronic machine. Key Responsibilities: • Design new components and support existing product updates • Design intricate internal mechanisms for an electronic machine • Work with operations, suppliers, and other teams • Ensure design quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness • Run design reviews, testing, and validation • Manage documentation and change control processes What We're Looking For: • 5+ years in mechanical design, ideally in electromechanical systems • Experience designing intricate internal mechanisms for complex machines • Strong CAD skills (ProE/Creo or Solidworks) • Knowledge of drive systems, mechanisms,...
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CV-Library Dundee, Dundee City Contractor
CL
Jan 17, 2026  
Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer
Contract Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services Location: London Length: 6 months (Option to go permanent after 6 months) Type: Outside IR35 Project sectors: Residential and Commercial A client of mine is looking for an intermediate mechanical design engineer on a contract basis. THE ROLE As an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer, you will play a vital role in all stages of this consultancies projects from feasibility to completion across varying sectors. The contract currently has no end date and is expected to be a minimum of 6 months' work to assist in the current heavy project pipeline. ABOUT YOU The successful Mechanical Engineer will need: * A minimum of 5 years' working within the Building Services industry. * To be degree qualified either with a Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering degree. * To be proficient in the use of relevant industry software's, e.g. Revit, AutoCAD etc. * To have experience carrying out...
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Outside IR35

CV-Library London, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Senior Pressure Vessel Design Engineer
Senior Pressure Vessel Design Engineer  Location: Thatcham, Berkshire Contract: 5-month contract | Outside IR35 Start: ASAP We are supporting a specialist engineering business delivering a UK MOD programme and are seeking an experienced Pressure Vessel Design Engineer to support the contract design phase and close out an active project, with strong potential for follow-on work. The Role Working with a team of Design Engineers, you will produce and review technical documentation to substantiate pressure vessel and filtration designs in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Produce design substantiation and verification documentation Prepare technical reports including compliance matrices, FMEA, human factors, and maintenance documentation Support transition from design to manufacturing Review drawings, calculations, and documentation produced by other engineers Maintain engineering records and document control Deliver work in line with project schedules and...
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Outside IR35

CV-Library Thatcham, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Contract Quality Engineer
Job Title: Contract Quality Engineer Contract Quality Engineer Hours  - Monday - Thursday 8-4:30 Early Finish Friday  (with flexibility around start/finish times)  Duration - 12-month rolling contract  Immediate start available Fantastic opportunity for a Quality Engineer looking to have an impact on product robustness from initial design stage through to ensuring ongoing optimisation of existing products and processes within a leading mechanical design, development and manufacturing organisation. Working across a key production cell in the business, as Quality Engineer your role will be varied but will have an emphasis on Root Cause Corrective actions (RCCA) and ultimately driving forward product quality and continuous improvement both in design and manufacture. Key accountabilities as Quality Engineer will include: Working closely with the manufacturing operations team on both internal or customer related issues. Ensuring containment of any quality related issues,...
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CV-Library Walsall, West Midlands (County), West Midlands Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architect
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 3x Mechanical Systems Engineers / Architects on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be hybrid of being split between working from home and onsite.    This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Mechanical Architect or has experience of Mechanical Systems Architecture.  A defence / aerospace background is ideal but not essential. DOORS experience would be great.    A background or knowledge of Systems Engineering and Supplier Management would be beneficial. Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter. Hourly Rate: £65.00ph   Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architect Job Description:   We have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Architect to join the team. This exciting role is to gather and manage the missile mechanical architecture requirements to...
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CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Senior Engineer MEICA
IR35: Outside IR35 Our client has a requirement for a Senior Engineer (MEICA, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington Role Purpose: The Senior Engineer will provide expert engineering support across Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Control & Automation (MEICA) systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities. The role involves leading design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities, ensuring assets operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. Job Role Responsibilities: Lead the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of MEICA systems. Provide technical guidance on mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems. Deliver engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Collaborate with operations, project teams, and contractors to provide practical and cost-effective solutions. Mentor junior engineers and support the development...
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Outside IR35

CV-Library Warrington, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Vehicle Architecture Development Engineer
RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Vehicle Architecture Development Engineer to support their team. Rate: £29.59 (via PAYE UMBRELLA) – increasing to £38.38 after 12 weeks under AWR’s – Agency Worker Regulations. Job Description: Vehicle Architecture development Engineer VA engineers are responsible for establishing and delivering the fundamental layout of vehicles including the dimensions; mass balance; occupant positions and accommodation and the mechanical arrangement with geometrical compatibility. VA are the first engineering team involved in the programme and involvement continues to Job#1 and beyond. Skills Required: * Excellent project and people management skills, with tenacity in resolving issues. * Excellent written and oral presentation skills; ability to interface with senior management. * Ability to resolve complex, multi-dimensional problems and present solutions with clarity....
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Inside IR35

CV-Library Basildon, Essex Contractor
CL
Jan 17, 2026  
Supplier Quality Engineer
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bolton is currently looking to recruit 4x Supplier Quality Engineers.   A strong background of Supplier Quality Engineering / Auditing is required.  Defence, Aerospace or Automotive industries would be great.   Rate: £45.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will likely be 1-2 days per week onsite and the rest working remote Duration: 6 or 12 Months initially with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Supplier Quality Engineers Job Description:   An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supplier Quality auditor to join the Supplier Quality Assurance team, supporting assurance of Mechanical & Electro-Mechanical suppliers   This...
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Inside IR35

CV-Library Stevenage, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 28, 2025  
Mechanical Engineer (All Seniorities)
We are recruiting for several Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineers to join Nuclear and Defence Projects on long term projects on a Hybrid Basis via our base offices in Warrington, Bristol, Leicester or Newbury. Responsibilities: * Promote effective co-operation across Engineering and other functional teams * Assist in effective management of the customer, including liaison and relationship development with existing and new customers, to aid the development of business, resolution of technical and delivery issues, and such that the customer is fully briefed and informed of progress * Ensure procedures, codes and standards are correctly identified and applied to engineering and technical activities * Contribute to Project Safety Assessment process * Produce, review and approve calculations, analyses, drawings, models, design basis documentation and technical reports as assigned * Maintaining the engineering configuration, ensuring the overall design intent and...
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CV-Library WA1, Warrington, Cheshire Contractor
CL
Dec 28, 2025  
Senior HVAC Design Engineer
We are working with this leading multi national data centre and mission critical specialist who are working on schemes across UK and europe. With data centres being crucial components of today's infrastructure, supporting everything from business to public services. Operators must ensure the longevity, efficiency, and sustainability of their sites while optimizing them for mission-critical tasks. The teams are at the forefront of designing innovative and energy-efficient data centres, ensuring that our clients meet their goals of performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability. The Opportunity Join our international and multidisciplinary team of passionate design engineers and help us create high-quality, sustainable, and innovative data centre structures. You will work on medium to large-scale mission-critical projects, covering all stages of design - from concept to construction supervision and handover. As part of an interdisciplinary team of architects, advisors &...
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Outside IR35

CV-Library London, UK Contractor
CL
Dec 14, 2025  
Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer
Our Client is a specialist building services consultancy known for delivering high-quality, practical, and energy-efficient engineering solutions across a range of commercial, retail, residential, leisure and industrial projects. Their reputation is built on technical excellence, a personalised service with Director level involved on all projects, and collaborative working within a client facing setting. As the business looks to resource further long term contract and framework wins, the company is now seeking to hire a talented Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer at either Intermediate or Senior/Principal level. Role Overview The Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, specification, and coordination of mechanical systems including HVAC, public health, heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. The role involves delivering projects from concept design through to detailed design and construction support, ensuring compliance...
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CV-Library West Yorkshire, UK Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Site Engineer
Site Engineer - HS2 Shafts & Tunnels (Brackley, Silverstone) Our client, a major player in infrastructure, is recruiting a Site Engineer for the HS2 shafts and tunnels project in Brackley. This role starts 16th February and runs for 12 months. Key Responsibilities: Setting out and quality checks for shafts and tunnels. Ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards. Liaise with project teams and subcontractors.Job Requirements: Previous experience in civil engineering and tunneling projects. Strong technical and problem-solving skills. Relevant engineering qualification.Benefits: Work on a landmark HS2 project. Long-term contract with career development opportunities. If you are an experienced Site Engineer looking to take on a new challenge in the water sector, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's team and be part of a dynamic and impactful project in Packington
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CV-Library Brackley, Northamptonshire Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Site Engineer
Site Engineer - Pipe Jacking Project (Packington, Ashby-de-la-Zouch) Our client is seeking a skilled Site Engineer for a major pipe jacking and shaft sinking project starting 26th January for 5 months, with potential extension for Phase 2. Key Responsibilities: Conduct land surveying, setting out, levelling, and GPS-based coordinated point setting. Ensure technical accuracy and compliance with project specifications. Liaise with clients and subcontractors to maintain smooth operations. Monitor progress and assist in reporting.Job Requirements: Strong land surveying skills and GPS expertise. Experience in pipe jacking and shaft sinking projects. Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Relevant engineering qualification.Benefits: Work on a high-profile infrastructure project. Opportunity for long-term involvement.If you are an experienced Site Engineer looking to take on a new challenge in the water sector, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's team...
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CV-Library Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Leicestershire Contractor
CL
Jan 18, 2026  
Maintenance Engineer
Electrical Maintenance Engineer 12 week Contract - Possible extension Shift Pattern - 2 Shift (1 week Days / 1 week Nights) 45 hours up to £22ph (Dependant on experience) We are looking for a motivated Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a market leading company in their respective field. Reporting directly to the maintenance manager you will be a key member in ensuring the production facility is kept running. You will be involved in all aspects of planned and reactive maintenance within their operation. With progressive training and development this company is always looking to enhance its employees and their skill sets, whilst additionally being supported by a welcoming team of engineers. The position will appeal to a strong engineer looking for their next challenging role within in a secure and stable company. Role Description Heavy Industry Sensors, Relays, Conveyors, motor fault finding Hydraulics and Pneumatics Motor starting through VSD, soft start and star delta...
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CV-Library Falkirk, UK Contractor
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