PLC Controls & Commissioning Engineers Automotive Location: Dagenham, Essex Rate: £40 £50 per hour Outside IR35 Contract: Contract Hours: Monday Friday, 07 00 Weekend Working: Approximately two weekends per month Vacancies: Multiple The Opportunity We are recruiting experienced PLC Controls & Commissioning Engineers to support a major automotive manufacturing and industrial automation project in Dagenham. These are hands-on commissioning positions within a live automotive manufacturing environment, requiring engineers who can hit the ground running, modify PLC software, troubleshoot complex faults and support the commissioning of automated production equipment. We have opportunities for engineers with either Schneider Electric PLC experience or Siemens Classic S7 experience . Key Responsibilities Modify existing PLC software and undertake basic programming and development. Commission automated production lines, stations and manufacturing...

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for engineering quality and technical excellence? Do you have in-depth knowledge of BS8888, GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis? Are you confident reviewing complex engineering drawings, resolving technical issues and ensuring documentation meets the highest standards? This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a major defence engineering programme, helping deliver critical engineering projects within a highly regulated environment. The opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a globally recognised engineering and technology partner supporting a major defence engineering programme. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining the accuracy, integrity and compliance of engineering drawings and technical documentation. You will use your expertise in engineering drawing standards, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and tolerance analysis...

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading waste management company to recruit a Project Engineer for its South Wales location. This 9-month contract role offers 350 to 375 per day. With much of the design work already complete, you'll take ownership of key engineering deliverables as the project moves from FEED and detailed engineering into construction. If you're a Project Engineer with electrical or mechanical engineering experience, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities of the Project Engineer You will: Take engineering deliverables from FEED and design through to construction and site implementation Work closely with subcontractors to coordinate engineering activities and resolve technical issues Support construction phase planning, making sure activities are coordinated and delivered to programme Monitor engineering progress and make sure contractual obligations and project deliverables are completed Provide technical input across electrical and...

Installation Engineer Water Industry London & South East £300 £400 per day Outside IR months+ Know where your next 12 months of work is coming from. Imagine a long-term AMP8 contract with a day rate that reflects your skills, outside IR35, on water infrastructure that really matters. That s what s on offer here. Why this role? Stability: 12+ months on a long-term AMP8 programme, with the potential for further contracts afterwards. No more chasing the next job in month eleven. Strong earnings: £300 £400 per day, outside IR35 (LTD or PSC), with the top of the range for engineers with strong water-sector experience who can work independently on site. Work you ll be proud of: You ll help deliver major water and wastewater projects across London and the South East that communities rely on every day. Your skills, put to use: A hands-on role where your expertise is trusted, and you ll work alongside established delivery teams, not on your own. What your...

Food Process Design Engineer (SolidWorks), Junior to Mid Level Location: Peterborough Rate: £30-£40 per hour, depending on experience Outside IR-month contract Love turning a P&ID into equipment that actually gets built? Spend 12 months doing exactly that for the food and beverage industry, and grow your design skills while you do. The role and about you If you re a mechanical designer with solid project experience behind you, and you want your work to go further than a single one-off job, this one is for you. You ll take process requirements, P&IDs and customer needs and turn them into practical SolidWorks designs. You ll also help shape whole equipment ranges, so your thinking gets reused rather than shelved. Day to day, you ll: Design and modify food and beverage process equipment in SolidWorks, from 3D models and assemblies through to fabrication drawings Adapt existing designs to different capacities, processes and customers, spotting where...

We are working with a leader in mechanical, electrical and public health engineering solutions, delivering innovative designs and advanced technologies across various industries. Our focus is on MEP design in the construction industry for predominantly residential and commercial projects. We specialist in RIBA Stage 4 & 5 Construction projects, with a commitment to engineering excellence. Role Description This is a full-time working from home role for a Principal or Senior Electrical Engineer based in a location with the ability to get to Greater London to site are required when necessary. The Principal Electrical Engineer will lead engineering projects, design and analyze electrical systems using advanced software tools, and oversee a team of revit engineers. Responsibilities also include managing project timelines and collaborating across project design teams to ensure the successful completion of project objectives. Qualifications Strong expertise in...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Contract Job Type: Contract - 6 Months Start date: ASAP Location: Teddington Working Arrangements: Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week on site Hours: 36 hours per week Rate: 45-55/hr Outside IR35 The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading scientific and engineering organisation in Teddington. You will be responsible for the end-to-end mechanical design of precision instruments, test equipment and measurement systems, translating customer requirements into robust, manufacturable solutions. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with scientists, engineers, project managers, manufacturing teams and suppliers to deliver high-quality designs to cost and programme requirements. Key Responsibilities Design and develop precision mechanical systems and equipment. Produce 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings. Interpret customer and technical...

Project Engineer Job Type: Contract Contract Length: 18 months Start Date: ASAP Rate: 38.21/hour PAYE or 51.89/hour Umbrella Location: Dungeness - full time on site Working Arrangements: 4-day week - No Remote/Hybrid Working The Role We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join a major engineering project based at Dungeness. You will support the delivery of engineering projects from concept through to commissioning and handover, working closely with engineers, contractors and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, effectively and to the required standards. Key Responsibilities Identify project requirements and stakeholder needs. Contribute to Project Execution Plans, design and commissioning strategies. Support project optioneering and develop fit-for-purpose engineering solutions. Produce and approve technical specifications. Manage detailed design activities. Prepare modification proposals and act as a Nominated...

Role: Field Engineer - NDT & Welding Inspector Position: Contract Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset Duration: Ongoing Contract Day Rate: Up to 350 p/d PAYE + 36 days annual leave Up to 475.72 p/d Umbrella Play Your Part in Building the Future of UK Energy Are you a CSWIP 3.2-qualified inspector with practical welding knowledge and experience of NDT under UK PCN requirements? Bring your expertise to Hinkley Point C and help ensure critical construction work meets the standards demanded by a major nuclear project. Rullion is recruiting a Field Engineer - Welding & NDT Inspector to join the site's construction surveillance team. This is a field-based opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the work: inspecting installations, engaging with contractors and identifying quality issues before they become bigger problems. We welcome applications from candidates across nuclear, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, chemical and water...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a well-established building services consultancy in London on an contract basis outside IR35. This hybrid role will involve working as part of a multidisciplinary building services engineering team, supporting the delivery of electrical design solutions across a range of building projects. The successful Electrical Design Engineer will contribute to the development of electrical building services designs, technical documentation and coordinated BIM models. This role is based in the London office with hybrid working available, offering the chance to work on high-quality building services projects alongside experienced engineers and consultants. Key Responsibilities As an Electrical Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include: Producing electrical building services designs for a variety of building projects Developing electrical schematics, layouts and technical...

Structural Engineer 6-Month Contract 38-43 per hour Potential Extension An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Structural Engineer to join a busy local authority in Buckinghamshire on an initial 6-month contract. This position has been approved through an established business case and offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects that have a direct impact on the local community. Working across two engineering teams, you will provide structural engineering expertise across a range of projects, supporting delivery where resources are most needed. This role offers excellent variety and exposure to both development-led and highways-related infrastructure schemes. Key Responsibilities Deliver structural engineering support across multiple project teams. Design, assess and review a range of structures associated with highways and development projects. Contribute to bridge construction, bridge assessment and maintenance schemes. Support...

Client: Principal Contractor (In-House Design Consultancy) Location: Exeter Support a major contractors design consultancy delivering detailed drainage and water engineering packages across active infrastructure schemes, including Building & Development, Transportation, Utilities, and Flood & Water Management. Key Deliverables Detailed Design: Deliver coordinated, buildable surface water networks, foul drainage, and SuDS designs to programme. Technical Compliance: Apply relevant UK design standards (DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual C753, Building Regs Part H, Water Industry Standards). Package Control: Own technical task delivery, managing budget, deadlines, and technical query resolutions. Multi-Disciplinary Interface: Coordinate with wider structural, highways, and site engineering teams, as well as statutory bodies (EA, LLFAs, water authorities). Design Checking: Conduct design reviews, sign off technical calculations, and offer informal task...

Document Controller - SC Cleared Location: North West London Contract: Approximately 9 months, with potential for extension Start Date: ASAP Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience Security Clearance: Active SC clearance essential We are recruiting for an experienced Document Controller to join a major facilities and infrastructure project at a secure establishment in North West London. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, technically minded individual with strong document control, asset management and data administration experience to support an important programme of asset verification and project handover. Working closely with the Asset Manager and wider project team, you'll play a key role in ensuring that asset information is accurately recorded, verified and maintained across a large and complex estate. The initial contract is expected to run for approximately nine months, with potential for an extension or longer-term opportunities. The...

Site Agent - Infrastructure Projects Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Site Agent to support an infrastructure project. This is an opportunity for an experienced construction professional to lead a multi-disciplinary site team, overseeing safe delivery, quality, programme performance and commercial control across infrastructure works. Role responsibilities and key skills: Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team of Sub Agents, Section Engineers, Site Engineers and Foremen. Drive health, safety and environmental standards, promoting a Zero Harm culture and ensuring safe systems of work are followed. Manage site resources, subcontractor performance and workforce competency. Oversee quality control, site audits, handover documentation and self-certification of works. Monitor programme progress, analyse productivity and implement operational target programmes. Manage budgets, cost forecasts, risk schedules and commercial reporting. Support...

Section Engineer - Aberdeenshire Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Section Engineer to support an infrastructure project in Aberdeenshire. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer to oversee setting out, quality control, site safety and programme delivery, ensuring construction activities are completed to the required standards. Role responsibilities and key skills: Carry out complex setting out and establish primary setting out control for construction activities. Support and coach site team members in setting out techniques. Produce Activity Control Plans and maintain comprehensive quality records. Identify, raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports and Technical Queries. Prepare Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Temporary Works Briefs. Manage visitor inductions, support accident reporting and identify potential site hazards. Understand and operate Permit to Work systems, raising permits as required. Produce weekly...

Senior Site Manager (Defence Infrastructure) Location - Richmond Contract length - 12-month contract Rate - As requested by candidate IR35 Determination - Inside IR35 Are you an experienced Senior Site Manager with a strong Tier-1 background looking for a high-profile contract role in the North Yorkshire area? We at Randstad are seeking a Senior Site Manager to take operational delivery ownership on a major defence / commercial build project. Working for a market-leading Tier-1 Main Contractor, you will manage day-to-day site operations, coordinate subcontractors and direct trades, and drive quality, safety, and short-term programmes in line with Tier-1 standards. What You Will Be Doing: Taking full operational control of assigned site packages, managing site personnel, subcontractors, and trade teams. Driving site delivery against 3-week lookahead programmes using modern site planning software. Enforcing strict Tier-1 SHEQ controls, RAMS, Permits to...

Role: Project Controls Engineer Position: Contract Location: Somerset Innovation Park, Bridgwater, Somerset (J23 M5) Days on Site: 3 Duration: Approx until 31st Dec 2027 Pay: 345PAYE - 450 Umbrella/ per day Project Controls Engineer / Project Controls Analyst - Role Overview This role sits within the Hinkley Point C (HPC) Project Controls function and is responsible for supporting the delivery of one of the UK's largest and most complex infrastructure projects. The position focuses on maintaining accurate project controls data, producing performance insights, supporting forecasting and reporting activities, and providing analysis to enable effective project decision-making. Working within a highly regulated nuclear environment, the role interfaces with project management, planning, cost, risk, estimating, and performance teams to ensure data integrity, robust governance, and accurate reporting against key project milestones. The incumbent will support the...

Randstad are recruiting for a Senior Highways Design Engineer to join a reupatable highways contractor based in Central London (Zone 1) where the delivery and design team are co-located. The role will be varied and all-encompassing and will include a mix of hands-on highways design work and technical support to other members of the in-house design team. Candidates must have good, detailed design experience with a solid background on highway design projects. This is a 6 Month+ contract paid PAYE UMBRELLA. Role Summary: The delivery of multidisciplinary projects, balancing demands and priorities, whilst reviewing highways infrastructure design, from project proposition through to construction. Preparing and reviewing technical reports, drawings, specification, and schedules. Providing construction support to construction team. Supervising and overseeing the work of engineers and graduates Key Requirements: Relevant 1st Degree or HND/HNC (preferably in engineering) or...

Senior Civils 3D CAD Technician Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday - Hybrid working possible (2 days from home) Randstad are looking for a highly skilled Senior Civils 3D CAD Technician to join a dynamic highways design team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for developing scheme drawings from 2D to 3D for construction. Previous experience working on Transport for London (TfL) projects highly desirable You will be providing technical advice and coordinating project delivery across feasibility studies, preliminary design, and detailed design phases. Key Responsibilities Design Production: Produce Civils 3D CAD designs based on 2D drawings, including contour plans, cut & fill plans, setting out information, and cross-sections. Specialized Tooling: Prepare sign designs using KeySigns and manage post and foundation designs using Sign Load Professional and Key Post. Technical Support: Assist in the preparation of technical...

Reporting to the Sub Agent or Project Manager, you will oversee daily site operations, engineering compliance, and subcontractor management across major earthworks and highways work packages. You will bridge the gap between high-level project planning and setting-out engineers to ensure safely delivered, high-quality works on schedule. Your day-to-day will involve: Package Management & Engineering Control: Overseeing setting-out accuracy and technical control across bulk cut/fill operations, drainage systems, access roads, and carriageway construction. Progress Tracking & Earthworks Monitoring: Tracking volumetric surveys and material movements, monitoring outputs against 3-to-4 week lookahead schedules, and optimizing plant/resource allocation on site. Technical QA & Engineering Management: Managing the ITP process, reviewing as-built data, coordinating material approvals, writing and issuing technical queries (TQs), and ensuring seamless design...