38 site engineer jobs found in Edinburgh

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...

Freelance Site Engineer – Groundworks & Civils 📍 Glasgow & Ayrshire 💰 £300 – £350/day (DOE) ⏱️ Immediate Start | Ongoing Work We’re working with a well-established contractor delivering a range of groundworks and infrastructure projects across Glasgow and Ayrshire, and they’re looking to bring in an experienced Engineer to support their growing workload. The Role You’ll be responsible for supporting the delivery of groundworks packages, ensuring works are carried out accurately and in line with programme. Typical duties include: * Setting out for foundations, drainage, roads, and external works * Overseeing groundworks and civils operations on site * Managing QA, including as-builts and site records * Coordinating subcontractors and site activities * Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings and specifications

Job Title: Lead Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) - Observability Location: Reading, UK / Hybrid & Remote Options About the Role We are looking for a Lead SRE to design, scale, and operate massive-scale observability systems that keep our global services online and performant. You will join an autonomous team of software engineers focused on solving complex data infrastructure challenges. Key Responsibilities Scale Prometheus metrics infrastructure to handle 100+ million active series. Operate large Elasticsearch clusters holding 2000+TB of data. Grow high-throughput Kafka data pipelines processing hundreds of thousands of events per second. Build custom alerting workflows and self-service APIs for internal engineering teams. Provision cloud and private infrastructure using Terraform. Requirements 5+ years operating mid-to-large distributed systems on Linux VMs or bare-metal machines. 2+ years developing in Go, Python, Ruby, Scala, or Bash. Hands-on experience with...

Big Fish Little Fish are a key player in Geotechnical Recruitment, and we are currently working with some great industry specialists. Due to large contracts secured and new opportunities we are now needing to recruit Geologists/Site Engineers. Primarily this role will include the implementing and organising the projects in the field as well as the office. Day to day the successful candidate will be accountable for field based logistics including ensuring that the project specification is followed, correct equipment is used and maintained on site and also correct health & safety procedures are followed. All technical site work is carried out to a high standard, safely and on time and in budget. Offer a high level of project management on site, covering execution of ground investigation. Be able to liaise between the office and site location. Liaise with the end client as and when required. This role is totally site based, with a strong focus on overseeing, supporting the...

Process Engineer - Anaerobic Digestion Location: Near Edinburgh Contract: Fixed-Term Contract – 3 Months Hours: Full Time Start Date: As soon as possible Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Process Engineer to join a leading Anaerobic Digestion (AD) facility near Edinburgh on a 3-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and optimising plant performance, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards, and driving continuous improvement across the operation. This role would suit an individual with experience in Anaerobic Digestion, Biogas, Waste Treatment, Water Treatment, Energy, or other industrial process environments. Daily Duties: * Monitor, analyse and optimise Anaerobic Digestion plant performance. * Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency, reliability and output. * Support daily plant operations to ensure safe and compliant performance. * Analyse...

Network Infrastructure Technician (Structured Cabling) Location - Amsterdam, The Netherlands Contract Type - Ad-Hoc Basis Employment Term - Contract / Freelance Payment - Weekly Benefits & Flexibility Weekly Payroll: We operate a weekly payroll cycle, ensuring all completed works are paid out promptly to you. Flexibility: Timeframes are often flexible, allowing you to schedule site visits around your current working hours or other professional commitments.About iCobus Ltd iCobus is a specialist managed services provider for the IT, AV, and Structured Cabling sectors across the UK and Europe. From large-scale data centre fit-outs, nationwide retail/hospitality Wi-Fi roll-outs to commercial office environments. Role Overview We are looking to expand our pool of experienced IT, AV, and Network Cabling Engineers in Europe. This role involves attending various sites to handle a range of tasks, from minor hardware break-fixes, racking and stacking and structured cabling...

Azure Technical Architect 12 months £507.51 per day (Inside IR35) Remote - occasional travel to Preston (NW) "Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, and be eligible for SC/DV clearance." The Azure Architect is responsible for designing secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architectures on Microsoft Azure that align with organisational strategy, governance, and security requirements. This role provides architectural leadership across cloud infrastructure, networking, identity, security, data services, and application platforms. The Azure Architect develops reference architectures, ensures engineering quality, and leads cloud transformation initiatives, partnering with security, operations, development, and leadership teams to deliver compliant and modern cloud solutions Define and maintain Azure cloud architecture and ensure alignment with organisational strategy and cloud governance. Lead the design of secure, scalable, and cost optimised Azure solutions across...

Electrical & Mechanical Project Engineer - Germany Job Description * Become familiar with all the project details, design and specifications. * Collate technical submittals as detailed by the Contracts/Project Manager and manage this process. * Collaborate with Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Design and QS on updating the progress report. * Subject line of all emails to include the job nr at the start. * Raising RFI’s * Keep RFI schedule up to date. * Follow up on orders of long lead plant items. * Ensure latest revisions of drawings are being worked on site. * Redline drawings with as build information and issue to design. * Monitor compliance of Subcontractors. * Attend site meetings. * Assist QS in all variations and back up for changes and procurement. * Manage relevant external correspondence. * Ensuring compliance with all Building Regulations, Standards and Health & Safety Regulations. * Comply with all EHSQ policies and procedures...

Senior DEVOPS Engineer Contract Dublin 6-18 Months. My client a leading global firm is in urgent need of a talented and experienced Senior Cloud DEVOPS Engineer to join them on a contract basis. My client is building resilient, secure, and scalable cloud platforms that support the next generation of digital financial applications. We're looking for a Platform Engineer with hands-on experience in AWS infrastructure and networks to help build and support our cloud-native environments.You'll collaborate with engineering, security, and operations teams to deliver well-architected solutions aligned with industry best practices. You will be using (AWS, Cloud Architect, CyberSecurity) Successful candidates will have 5+ years of commercial experience in software engineering, platform engineering, or site reliability engineering, including 3+ years of direct experience with AWS. You will have proven experience designing production-grade cloud infrastructure in regulated environments. You...

Techniche Global is supporting a world-class engineering company in appointing a Civil Pipeline Engineer to join their Design & Advanced Technology team on a long-term contract basis. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on major UK water infrastructure programmes, delivering cutting-edge, iconic pipeline engineering solutions for critical high-profile projects. The role offers a highly collaborative environment with opportunities to contribute to landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally. Position Type: Long-Term 12-month contract. Location: Hybrid (Typically 3 days per week office/site-based) Preferred Base: Epsom, London, Peterborough, or Cambridge (Flexibility available for the right candidate) Key Responsibilities of the Civil Pipeline Engineer: As a key member of the team, you will apply your knowledge, technical experience, and problem-solving skills to deliver transformational water infrastructure programmes throughout the...

Site Agent - AMP Frameworks Experience Preferred   Location: West Midlands    Birmingham-based preferred Contract: 12 months + Coverage Area: Worcester, Stafford, Coventry and Loughborough regions Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible   We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to provide holiday cover across multiple clean and wastewater infrastructure projects operating within AMP frameworks. The successful candidate will typically oversee a site for approximately two weeks at a time and will be responsible for maintaining safe, compliant and efficient project delivery whilst representing the business professionally with clients and stakeholders. Due to the geographical spread of the sites, candidates based in or around Birmingham would be ideally positioned for the role.   There will be 12months + Work for the right agent thereafter on their own site (Midlands based) EA   Key Responsibilities Planning, programming and resourcing of projects. Preparation and...

SCADA Integration Engineer for a major offshore wind project in Ireland Key Responsibilities Manage the integration of OEM HMI into Remote Operation Centre. Interface between the clients project delivery team and OEM SCADA provider. Manage/attend meetings and ensure project deadlines are met. Define points list and manage and commissioning. Commissioning of RTU/PLC to control and manage Electrical Balance of Plant at Substation. Work with OEM SCADA provider to interface with the clients Secure network infrastructure ensuring compliance with the clients Cyber security standards. Manage integration of CCTV systems on site. Manage commission and integration of site meters into 2nd Tier SCADA system. Troubleshoot communications issue on new and existing sites. Complete and maintain as built drawings for new and existing sites. Contribute to the design SCADA and telecoms solutions for all new onshore wind and distributed generation assets. Contribute to the maintenance policy for the...

Space Systems Engineer - Robotics (Contract) Contract Length: 6 months initially Location: Luxembourg - On site Rate: Up to €93.50 per hour Start: ASAP We are recruiting on behalf of a space technology company based in Luxembourg for an experienced Space Systems Engineer to join their engineering team on an initial six month contract. This role carries a strong possibility of extending or transitioning into a permanent position as new programmes come online. The successful candidate will be embedded within the systems engineering team, supporting two active robotic space programmes across different stages of their lifecycle - one approaching final verification and testing, one at the early requirements definition phase. Key Responsibilities Requirements capture, validation and traceability management across all programme phases Development and review of test plans and procedures in line with ECSS standards System architecture definition, including CONOPS and technical...

Network Infrastructure Technician (Structured Cabling) Location - Munich, Germany Contract Type - Ad-Hoc Basis Employment Term - Contract / Freelance Payment - Weekly Benefits & Flexibility Weekly Payroll: We operate a weekly payroll cycle, ensuring all completed works are paid out promptly to you. Flexibility: Timeframes are often flexible, allowing you to schedule site visits around your current working hours or other professional commitments. About iCobus Ltd iCobus is a specialist managed services provider for the IT, AV, and Structured Cabling sectors across the UK and Europe. From large-scale data centre fit-outs, nationwide retail/hospitality Wi-Fi roll-outs to commercial office environments. Role Overview We are looking to expand our pool of experienced IT, AV, and Network Cabling Engineers in Europe. This role involves attending various sites to handle a range of tasks, from minor hardware break-fixes, racking and stacking and structured cabling...

Protection & Control Engineer Location: Teesside or Aberdeen - Hybrid/Remote Contract: Initial 6 Months (Potential extension) Rate: £500-£600 per day (Outside IR35) Hours: 37.5 The Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Protection & Control Engineer to support the delivery of high-voltage transmission and distribution projects across the UK. The role will focus on detailed protection design and engineering across grid connection projects, typically ranging from 33kV to 400kV. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality technical outputs and supporting projects through design, development, and delivery phases within a consultancy-led engineering environment. This position is suited to someone who is comfortable working autonomously in a hybrid/remote setup, whilst maintaining regular engagement with project teams and stakeholders through scheduled office and site visits every 1-2 weeks. Key Responsibilities · Delivery of detailed protection...

Senior Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer - Contract (Inside IR35) UK - Epsom | Birmingham | Leeds | Glasgow (Hybrid / Site Travel) Up to £65/hr (Umbrella) 12-month minimum contract We are recruiting for a Senior Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer to join a leading engineering team delivering major transmission and distribution substation projects across the UK. This is a senior role working across the full project lifecycle, from FEED through to detailed design and construction support, with responsibility for delivering high-quality HV substation primary plant design solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver HV substation primary plant design for transmission and distribution projects Produce and review HV substation layouts, elevations, and general arrangements Develop earthing designs, reports, and calculations Prepare and review HV plant technical specifications and equipment data sheets Carry out HV busbar calculations and design assessments...

Locations: Birmingham | Epsom | Glasgow | Leeds Sector: Transmission & Distribution | Power & Energy | Net Zero Infrastructure Working Pattern: Hybrid (minimum 3 days in office/site per week) Shape the Future of Energy Infrastructure We are seeking experienced Electrical Engineers with a passion for power systems, electrical engineering, and the transition to Net Zero. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Power & Energy team delivering critical substation design projects across the UK and internationally. Working with major clients including National Grid, SSEN Transmission, and other leading energy organisations, you will contribute to projects spanning Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) through to Detailed Design across electricity transmission and distribution networks. This role offers excellent professional development, exposure to high-profile infrastructure projects, and ongoing support towards Chartership. The Role As a Senior Electrical...

Location: Epsom, Birmingham, Leeds or Glasgow (Hybrid / UK-wide flexibility) Contract Type: 12-month minimum contract (Inside IR35) Rate: Up to £65 per hour (Umbrella) Start Date: ASAP Travel: Occasional UK site visits required Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior HV Cable System Design Engineer to support the delivery and growth of a specialist high-voltage cable engineering capability within a leading multidisciplinary engineering environment. This is a senior technical role offering the opportunity to work on major onshore and offshore transmission-scale projects, contributing across the full project lifecycle from feasibility and FEED through to detailed design, installation support, and commissioning. The role also includes mentoring junior engineers, supporting technical excellence within the team, and playing an active part in client engagement and business development activities, including bids and proposals. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver HV cable...

Job Title: Associate / Associate Director Electrical Engineer (x2) Location: National - Epsom, London, Peterborough, Cambridge (Hybrid Working) Salary: Up to £75 per hour Contract: 6 Months | Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP Hours: 40 per week Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office/site per week Vetting: C Clearance required Notice Period: 2 weeks Job Overview We are currently seeking two experienced Associate / Associate Director Electrical Engineers to lead the delivery of complex infrastructure projects within the UK Water and industrial sectors. This is a senior-level contract role offering the opportunity to take ownership of Electrical & ICA design delivery, lead technical teams, and contribute to high-profile, multi-disciplinary engineering programmes. The successful candidates will play a key role in driving technical excellence, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting project delivery from design through to completion. Key...

Position Title: Design Quality Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Metro Detroit, MI Essential Criteria: Design Quality Engineer is a key role within the Studio Craftsmanship team and is responsible for ensuring that the design execution of Class-A products meet commitment to customers for vehicle and accessories. They are also responsible for the harmony of the vehicle and the accessories created to enhance the Company's vehicle. Responsibilities The candidate will oversee program timelines, a material development database, participate in design reviews, and be an effective communicator. Review moulded parts pre-grain to ensure that the quality of the mold is acceptable to KO grain. Provide visual documentation of issues related to mold prior to grain approval and work with supplier / engineer to address issues found. Review and validate the Pre-Grain Approval Sheet from supplier and sign off document to start graining of tool. Assess all AAR parts (wrapped, painted,...