QA Engineer (AI Chatbot) Our trusted partner, which operates within the Ed-Tech domain, employs over 10,000 individuals across 100 countries and has a reach of 600 million users, is recruiting a senior QA Engineer with experience in Python, TypeScript, Cypress, and AI Chat Bots (voice). You must have strong communication capabilities and experience in end-to-end testing techniques, including functional, regression, exploratory, performance, usability, and compliance testing. Our client is paying 400 to 450 PD Outside IR 35 to start ASAP for an initial 6-month contract on a hybrid basis based near Stratford, London. Main Accountabilities Collaborate with the product owner and development team to understand and feed into product requirements, features, and compliance needs in respect to quality. Develop, in collaboration with the product team and other stakeholders (e.g. compliance, equality, risk), detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test strategy, plans, and...

Test & Commissioning Manager with a Automation/Manufacturing & Engineering background only, no IT £380 - £400 per day per hour (Outside IR35) Initial 6-month contract (Monday to Friday ) CSCS / ECS Card Required You will be responsible for the following: • Develop and execute testing strategies and documentation, including Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Tests on Completion, and Performance Tests. • Plan and conduct on-site testing, both internally and in customer-witnessed scenarios. • Ensure delivered systems meet as sold specifications and align with customer needs. Escalate any identified gaps to the Lead System Integration Manager (SIM). • Validate safety systems, material flow, and messaging between PLC and WMS/WCS systems. • Own and manage the testing issue punch list using tools like Jira, including prioritising, resolving, and escalating issues. • Work closely with stakeholders to re-test and confirm defect resolution. • Conduct volume and stress...

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Derbyshire Contract: Initial 3 6 Month Contract Rate: £45 £48 per hour (Outside IR35) Hours: 40 Hours per Week Monday to Thursday Office Based Friday Remote Start Date: ASAP The Role Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering manufacturer based in Derby that designs and delivers bespoke, safety-critical equipment for some of the world's leading organisations across the power generation, energy, aerospace and oil & gas sectors. Working within the mechanical engineering team, you will take projects from initial customer requirements through concept development and detailed design to final Key Responsibilities Develop concept and detailed mechanical designs based on customer specifications. Carry out stress calculations and engineering analysis using Mathcad, NASTRAN and traditional calculation methods....

Job title: Welding NDT - Field Engineer Job Type: Contract Start date: Immediate Duration: December 2026 (subject to extension) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 only Pay rate: Up to 350 PAYE or 475 Umbrella per day Location: Bridgwater, Somerset Role Overview: The Welding/NDT Field Engineer is responsible for quality surveillance of mechanical construction activities on a nuclear construction project, ensuring contractor works comply with approved technical requirements, specifications, and quality control plans. The role covers fabrication, installation, and assembly of piping systems, equipment, and supports within a nuclear environment. Working within the Site Quality Surveillance Team, the engineer provides independent verification of work quality, identifies and reports non-conformances, and ensures issues are managed through formal processes. The role requires close coordination with site teams and contractors to support safe, compliant, and high-quality...

Job Title: Plant Support Engineer (Electrical) Location: Cumbria, UK Contract Type: 12-Month Contract Rate: DOE Overview We are seeking an experienced Plant Support Engineer (Electrical) to join a major nuclear facility in Cumbria on a 12-month contract basis. This role will provide technical support to plant operations, maintenance activities, and engineering projects, ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of electrical systems within a highly regulated nuclear environment. The successful candidate will possess strong electrical engineering knowledge, practical EC&I (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation) experience, and a proven track record of working within the nuclear sector. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day engineering support for electrical plant systems and equipment. Support plant operations by investigating, diagnosing, and resolving electrical engineering issues. Review and approve technical documentation, engineering changes, and...

Contract Maintenance Engineer - FMCG / Packaging Ashford, Kent Area 35- 37 per hour at 42.5 hours per week (Outside IR35) Monday to Friday Rotating Shifts We're currently recruiting for a Contract Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and fast-paced FMCG / packaging manufacturer based in the Kent area. This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for a well-paid contract role with strong long-term potential. About the Role: This is a hands-on maintenance role where you will play a key part in supporting production within a high-speed packaging environment. You'll be expected to hit the ground running, carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance to keep the site operating efficiently. The role is ideal for someone who can think on their feet and resolve issues quickly, helping minimise downtime and maintain production output. Maintenance engineers are critical in ensuring machinery runs efficiently and responding to breakdowns promptly to...

Are you ready to drive innovation in the automotive industry? Adecco working in partnership with Bentley Motors are searching for a Software & Configuration Engineer to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone enthusiastic about connected car technology and eager to shape the future of vehicle features and customer experiences Start Date: ASAP End Date: 31/01/2027 Pay rate: PAYE: 33.15 LTD: 38.49 Location: Crewe - Pyms Lane CW1 3PL (Hybrid) Working Pattern: Full Time Software & Configuration Engineer About the Role We are looking for a Software & Configuration Engineer to support the delivery of vehicle projects across development, production, and aftersales. This role plays a critical part in ensuring ECU software, hardware, and configuration are correctly specified, released, and maintained to enable vehicle build and ongoing updates. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water Sector St Albans: Hybrid (3 Days Office) Contract: 45- 50/hr (Outside IR35) Advance TRS are supporting a rapidly growing consultancy in their search for a Senior Mechanical Engineer. Joining a newly formed London business unit, you'll have the unique opportunity to help build a team from the ground up, influence how projects are delivered, and play a significant role in the future growth of the business within the UK water market. You'll lead the mechanical design of clean water and wastewater projects, producing high-quality engineering solutions while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams. Key Responsibilities: Deliver mechanical design solutions for water and wastewater projects Produce calculations, reports, specifications and design drawings Lead and review work from junior engineers and CAD technicians Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers and subcontract design teams Ensure...

Location: Reigate, Surrey (UK) IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Pending satisfactory QDOS Assessment) Duration: 12 Months+ (Long-term framework assignment) Sector: Tier 1 Civil Engineering (Water / Wastewater Infrastructure) About the Role We are seeking an experienced, contract Site Agent to lead the successful execution of major civil engineering packages on a long-term utility framework in Reigate. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will operate as the primary technical and operational lead for your section of works, managing site teams, programming, and commercial reporting. You will bring proven experience managing multi-disciplinary civil works with complex interfaces This role offers a secure, minimum 12-month assignment with a premier Top Tier contractor. Key Responsibilities Package Delivery & Autonomy: Manage and deliver large-scale civil infrastructure packages from inception to handover, supporting and reporting directly to the...

Are you a skilled Controls & Automation or Electrical Engineer looking for a high-impact contract where you can truly own the lifecycle of major capital projects? We are partnering with a large global manufacturer at their Slough site to find a dynamic Controls Project Engineer. This isn't a role where you'll just be maintaining the status quo. Instead, you will be driving massive site upgrades, including a major overhaul replacing machines, integrating cutting-edge technology into existing systems, and upgrading legacy assets to modern standards. If you are looking for a highly visible contract within a fast-paced, world-class manufacturing environment, your next challenge starts here. Location: Slough (On-site) Duration: 12 Months Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Full-Time) Pay Rate: 23.36 - 47.30 per hour (depending on experience) As a Controls Project Engineer, you will manage a mix of project stages, focusing predominantly on Low Voltage...

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) Rate: 35.00p/h - £38.00p/h (Outside IR35) Initial 3-month contract Leeds Wakefield Pontefract Huddersfield 6-2 / 2-10 (double days) Electrical Maintenance / Multi-Skilled / FMCG / Food Manufacturing I am currently recruiting on behalf of a key client based in West Yorkshire. Our client is an established food ingredient manufacturer, supplied to major businesses across the UK. They are looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their site in Leeds on an initial 3-month contract. As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer your key duties will include: Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across all site machinery Fault-finding and replacing electrical components including invertors, contactors, relays, switches, single and 3-phase systems, motors and control panels Fault-finding and replacing mechanical components including bearings, gearboxes and shafts Conducting daily...

Are you a skilled Controls & Automation or Electrical Engineer looking for a high-impact contract where you can truly own the lifecycle of major capital projects? We are partnering with a large global manufacturer at their Plymouth site to find a dynamic Controls Project Engineer. This isn't a role where you'll just be maintaining the status quo. Instead, you will be driving massive site upgrades, including a major overhaul replacing machines, integrating cutting-edge technology into existing systems, and upgrading legacy assets to modern standards. If you are looking for a highly visible contract within a fast-paced, world-class manufacturing environment, your next challenge starts here. Location: Plymouth (On-site) Duration: 12 Months Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Full-Time) Pay Rate: 23.36 - 47.30 per hour (depending on experience) As a Controls Project Engineer, you will manage a mix of project stages, focusing predominantly on Low...

Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Contract) Location: Newark Rate: £38 p/h (outside IR35) Shift: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights rotation 6:00 to 18:00 / 18:00 to 6:00) Start Date: ASAP We re looking for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a busy manufacturing site. This is a hands-on role with a strong electrical bias, supporting production through a mix of reactive and planned maintenance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repairs Support reactive breakdowns and PPM activities Work on 3-phase systems, motors, inverters, and control panels Assist with electrical installations and modifications Help improve machine reliability and efficiency Requirements: Level 3 engineering qualification Strong electrical fault-finding skills (PLC knowledge beneficial but not essential) Experience working with 3-phase systems, drives, motors, and control equipment Ability to read and work from electrical drawings...

Senior Engineer Location: Norwich Rate: 350 - 400 per day CIS or LTD Start: ASAP Duration: Long-term project Project Overview We are seeking a Senior Engineer for a major highway project in Norwich. This is a long-term contract position requiring a highway specialist to take technical ownership of a major section of works. Lodge accommodation or a daily lodge allowance is fully paid for by the client. This role balances technical management and leadership, as you will be responsible for managing two site engineers while maintaining a high level of quality assurance across the scheme. Key Responsibilities Technical Management: Supervise and mentor two site engineers, checking their setting-out, data uploads, and daily records. Quality Assurance: Lead the QA process for the section, managing the ITPs, checking material certifications, and ensuring all work meets National Highways specifications. Engineering Control: Oversee the technical compliance...

Freelance Site / Setting Out Engineer Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire Duration: Long-term (Up to 2 Years) Rate: Competitive Day Rate (Payment via CIS or Limited Company available) Equipment: Option to provide own surveying kit (Robotic Total Station/GPS) and CAD software Client: Specialist Earthworks Subcontractor The Opportunity Are you an autonomous, technically sharp Site Engineer who prefers running your own package without being micromanaged? A leading specialist Earthworks subcontractor is seeking a standalone Setting Out / Site Engineer for a major motorway bypass project in Didcot. This is a rare 2-year freelance assignment offering excellent stability and the choice of CIS or Limited Company payment structures. As the sole engineer on this package, you will have total ownership of your section, working closely with the project management and machine operations teams. Key Responsibilities You will be the technical lead for your package, responsible for:...

Senior E&P Design Engineer - Rail Manchester / North West (Hybrid Working) Day Rate: 275- 425 pday dependant on experience. Job Ref: 40151 We are for a Senior E&P Design Engineer to join a growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy delivering major Rail and Infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer with Rail sector knowledge to join a well-established technical team working on complex and high-profile transport infrastructure schemes. Due to continued growth within their Rail division, they are looking to strengthen their Electrical & Power capability with the addition of a Senior Engineer. Projects include a mix of: Rail Electrification & Power (E&P) systems Railway lineside electrical systems Points heating and signalling power supplies Level crossings and LV distribution systems Station and depot M&E infrastructure Lighting, containment, earthing, small power, and...

Job Title: Rolling Stock Technician Ref: CC(phone number removed) Location: Scotland (Various Options) Salary: Circa £35-40/hour (Umbrella) Shift: Days/Nights Options; Continental Shift Pattern; 37-40 hour week Role Type: Rolling Contract (Issued in 3 month blocks) Are you looking to join a team that is striving for more? This is a great opportunity to join a specialist team working to service rolling stock across Scotland. You will be part of a specially trained team that will tackle maintenance and address any faults that have occurred in service. This team and role is all about achieving a more efficient railway - with a focus on the customer you will help their fleets in service deliver safe, reliable services across Scotland & the UK. This is an exciting time to join a rail company that is pushing to improve customer experience through dedicated and detailed train maintenance activities, focusing on key elements of maintainability and improving day to day service...

Astute is partnering with a renewable energy business in the anaerobic digestion sector who're looking for a Project Manager / Project Engineer on a 6-month contract to manage a small programme of works on an operational biogas site. The Project Manager / Project Engineer role comes with a day rate of up to 400 (Outside IR35). I'm particularly interested to speak to people with electrical or mechanical commissioning experience. Key skills Managing a programme of works around the commissioning of a CO2 recovery system Managing contractors on site, ensuring they're delivering as per the scope Ensuring the project is tracking on time and on budget Project administration duties, including progress reporting, documentation updates, meeting coordination, and maintaining accurate commissioning and project records. Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Contract Project Manager role Dungannon Outside IR35 Immediate Start Up to 400 a day (Ltd) Astute People...