Mechanical Design Engineer (NPD, Pumping Systems, Water Management / Fluid Technology)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a market-leading group operating across the Commercial, Industrial, Residential and Service sectors, who are now looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the delivery of innovative engineering solutions across their expanding product portfolio.
This Gloucestershire based dynamic organisation has become the market leader in each of the sectors it serves and is embarking on an ambitious growth plan over the next 3 years. With growth comes investment, in products, infrastructure, and in people. The group prides itself on being entrepreneurial, customer focused and operationally best-in-class, creating an exciting environment for engineers who want to innovate, develop and make an impact.
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in developing new products and enhancing existing designs, ensuring that solutions are technically robust, manufacturable and fully compliant. Working across the full product development lifecycle; from initial research and concept generation through to prototyping, testing and production release.
Key responsibilities for the role of Mechanical Design Engineer, based in Gloucestershire:
Researching and developing new product concept as well as improving existing designs based on customer, production and market feedback.
Creating and maintaining 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, BOMs and engineering documentation using Solidworks within a PDM managed environment.
Applying DFM/DFA principles and ensuring compliance with relevant industry safety standards and regulations.
Performing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using Solidworks Simulation.
Support of prototyping, testing and validation activities, analysing results to drive design iterations.
Collaborating with Product Management, Production, Quality and Supply Chain teams.
Participating in design reviews, risk assessments (including FMEA), and broader project lifecycle activities from concept all the way through to production release.
Maintaining accurate engineering data and version control within Solidworks PDM.
Key skills required for the role of the Gloucestershire based Mechanical Design Engineer:
HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering or a related discipline.
Demonstrable experience in product design or development, ideally involving fluid-handling / water management / pump systems / pressurisation units technology.
Experience of working within R&D or New Product Development (NPD) environments.
Industry experience of pumping systems, pipework design, fabrication design or water management / fluid technology.
Proficiency in Solidworks 3D CAD and PDM systems (Solidworks PDM preferred).
Experience with FEA tools and analysis methods.
Knowledge of DFMA, GD&T and prototyping/testing processes.
An understanding of compliance requirements, industry safety standards and sustainable product design.
Working environment and opportunities:
Hybrid working with time split between home, office and site as required.
Join a highly skilled, ambitious and supportive engineering team within an industry-leading group.
Contribute to the development of innovative, high-performing products used across multiple sectors.
This role offers a unique chance to become part of a forward-thinking engineering group with big ambitions, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to investing in its people.
To apply please send your CV to clam@redlinegroup.Com, or for more information contact Chuck Lam on 01582 878868.....Read more...
Test technician with good all round precision engineering mechanical test validation and verification experience required to join a comprehensive in house test facility. Component, product, mechanical testing, assembly & disassembly experience ideally with test equipment maintenance, calibration, environmental screening, modification, troubleshooting and repair skills will be put to great use in this role.
Previous experience in a mechanical apprenticeship, ONC or HNC in engineering, NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering is required ideally with
Mechanical fitting skills practical ability with hand and power tools.
Mobile hydraulics.
Pneumatics
Pressure systems
Pressure equipment (e.g. Accumulators/pulsation dampener)
Pressure safety equipment, e.g. Pressure Relief Valves.
Fluid Power systems ??? Pumps, Piping, Valves.
Plant maintenance activities, installation or fault finding and repairs of equipment and services.
3D CAD
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Test technician with good all round precision engineering mechanical test validation and verification experience required to join a comprehensive in house test facility. Component, product, mechanical testing, assembly & disassembly experience ideally with test equipment maintenance, calibration, environmental screening, modification, troubleshooting and repair skills will be put to great use in this role.
Previous experience in a mechanical apprenticeship, ONC or HNC in engineering, NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering is required ideally with
Mechanical fitting skills practical ability with hand and power tools.
Mobile hydraulics.
Pneumatics
Pressure systems
Pressure equipment (e.g. Accumulators/pulsation dampener)
Pressure safety equipment, e.g. Pressure Relief Valves.
Fluid Power systems ??? Pumps, Piping, Valves.
Plant maintenance activities, installation or fault finding and repairs of equipment and services.
3D CAD
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We are seeking a skilled technician to work closely with the Senior Test Engineer at aircraft test facilities. You will work extensively with high-pressure gas and fluid systems.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively respond to any issues related to the engine or test site to ensure safety.
Assist in managing operations that involve hazardous materials.
Ensure that correct pressures are maintained in the feedlines during tests.
Assist lead Test Engineers with: site preparation and maintenance: conducting pressure and control system checks: instrument calibration and steam boiler operations.
Assisting with instrumentation, installation, and removal of flight engines before and after hot fire tests.
Required Skills and Competencies
Hands-on mechanical fitter or engineering skills, ideally gained within an engineering-focused organization.
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We are seeking a skilled technician to work closely with the Senior Test Engineer at aircraft test facilities. You will work extensively with high-pressure gas and fluid systems.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively respond to any issues related to the engine or test site to ensure safety.
Assist in managing operations that involve hazardous materials.
Ensure that correct pressures are maintained in the feedlines during tests.
Assist lead Test Engineers with: site preparation and maintenance: conducting pressure and control system checks: instrument calibration and steam boiler operations.
Assisting with instrumentation, installation, and removal of flight engines before and after hot fire tests.
Required Skills and Competencies
Hands-on mechanical fitter or engineering skills, ideally gained within an engineering-focused organization.
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Working from engineering drawings, data and documentation to undertake the fabrication, installation, testing, commissioning and removal of fluid power and domestic pipe systems on ships.
This can include systems associated with propulsion, machinery, weapons, and auxiliary systems (such as water, air conditioning and power generation). It requires knowledge and expertise in the use of common and specialist pipe forming machine and hand tools.
Training:An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.Training Outcome:Approximately 95% of apprentices choose to stay on with us. As a global business, there are a world of opportunities – whether you decide to stay in the UK, or explore an overseas role.Employer Description:At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 people in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.Working Hours :Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working....Read more...
We are seeking an exceptional Principal Systems Engineer to join a pioneering team developing next-generation in-space systems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to complex space missions, including full spacecraft lifecycle development from concept through prototyping, detailed design, integration, testing, launch, and operations.
About the Role
As Principal Systems Engineer, you will provide expert insight, practical problem-solving, and technical leadership across multiple flight development programmes. You will work closely with colleagues and partners across Europe to establish robust system architectures, define clear requirements, and enable innovative satellite servicing missions.
You will draw on your breadth of experience developing complex systems within budget and on schedule, bringing passion for space systems engineering, whether across large or small space missions, or other technically challenging projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Define system architecture for spacecraft, interfacing with all subsystem leads, external partners, and key suppliers
- Perform analysis and modelling of spacecraft systems
- Manage development schedules, system requirements, and design budgets
- Guide systems engineering processes and facilitate technical trades across disciplines
- Control and trade-off platform systems budgets (mass, power, data, fuel)
- Perform top-level mission analysis and support the development of internal tools
- Produce mission-level test and verification plans, FMECA, and FDIR
- Coordinate rapid feasibility studies into different scenarios and architectures
- Maintain configuration control of systems work and documentation
- Support proposal writing from a systems engineering perspective
Qualifications & Experience
- 9+ years of systems engineering experience across the full spacecraft lifecycle
- Proven leadership and collaboration with space systems engineering teams
- Experience generating verification and validation plans and executing qualification campaigns
- Deep knowledge in one or more of the following:
- Spacecraft systems & avionics
- Sensors and optical systems
- Flight software development
- Orbital mechanics
- Structures and mechanisms
- Propulsion systems and fluid components
- Spacecraft operations
Desirable Skills
- Experience in startup or high-growth environments
- Experience on European-wide missions with multinational consortiums
- Understanding of the spacecraft supply chain
- Experience with both low and high budget space system development
Benefits
- Stock options
- Private healthcare (for you and your family)
- Bespoke learning & development fund
- Hybrid & flexible working
- & much more!
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Working from engineering drawings, data and documentation in order to undertake the manufacture, installation, testing, commissioning, fault diagnosis, maintenance, overhaul and removal of mechanical and fluid power equipment on ships and submarines involved in defence and commercial shipping. This can include propulsion machinery, weapons, and auxiliary systems (such as water, air conditioning and power generation)
Gaining knowledge and expertise in the use of common and specialist machine and hand tools, and the use of a variety of measuring and diagnostic equipment and processes to ensure individual components and assemblies meet the required specification
Training:An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.Training Outcome:Approximately 95% of apprentices choose to stay on with us. As a global business, there is a world of opportunities – whether you decide to stay in the UK, or explore an overseas role.Employer Description:At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 people in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.Working Hours :Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working....Read more...
Export Sales ManagerFlexible location with requirement to work from office (CM22 6DS) on a monthly basisUp to £55,000 pa basic salary + commission (up to £80,000 OTE)Car or car allowanceInternational travel requiredAn exciting opportunity for an experienced Export Sales Manager with a hunger for success to drive international growth in a B2B environment. About usHytek GB have supplied fluid dispensing equipment for 40 years and today offer over 2,000 different products to over 150 global destinations. We are experts in fluid transfer solutions and pride ourselves in providing the right advice, the right solutions and the right products.We are looking for a self-motivated and tenacious Export Sales Manager with a proactive, customer-centric approach, to maintain positive relationships with existing overseas customers, re-engage lapsed international customers, and identify opportunities to drive new business in Europe and the US.Duties & responsibilities
Develop and maintain strong relationships with international customers.Identify and pursue new export markets and opportunities.Build long-term relationships with decision-makers, influencers, and stakeholders.Understand customer objectives to maximise sales and profitability.Conduct market research to understand regional trends, competitor activity, and pricing strategies.Achieve agreed sales targets and KPIs for export markets.Prepare and deliver quotations, negotiate terms, and close deals.Monitor and report on sales performance and market developments.Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery of products.Attend international trade shows and exhibitions to promote Hytek GB products.
Skills & experience
Background in the fuel or liquids industry.Effective at developing and nurturing long-term customer relationships.Experienced at identifying business opportunities.Excellent negotiation skills.Track record of achieving sales growth and delivery of results within a B2B environment.IT literate with experience using CRM systems.
What’s on offer
Up to £55,000 pa basic salary + commission (up to £80,000 OTE)Car or car allowance24 days holidays increasing with service (plus bank holidays)Flexible location with requirement to work from office (CM22 6DS) on a monthly basis
If you’re an experienced B2B salesperson with proven experience in export sales or international business development, this could be your perfect fit. Apply now with your latest CV. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
Your work will involve a wide range of activities, including installation, testing, fault-finding, and planned maintenance of complex automated equipment.
This role requires applying a unique blend of skills and knowledge across electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power, along with the right professional behaviours to succeed in a dynamic engineering setting.
Reading and interpreting technical data and documentation to maintain components, equipment, and systems.
Monitoring the condition of plant and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Carrying out planned maintenance activities to keep machinery running smoothly.
Diagnosing and repairing complex faults on advanced engineered systems, including mechanical equipment, fluid and pneumatic power systems, electrical and electronic equipment.
Performing confirmation testing and ensuring a smooth handover of equipment and plant after maintenance or repair.
Supporting installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment (where applicable).
Identifying opportunities for improvement in working practices, processes, and procedures to contribute to business efficiency.
Training:During your apprenticeship, you’ll receive hands-on training and develop the skills needed to succeed in a high-tech engineering environment.
Year 1
Monday: College studies with City College Plymouth (at BD site).
Tuesday & Wednesday: Working at BD Plymouth.
Thursday & Friday: College studies at City College Plymouth.
Year 2
1 day per week at college.
4 days per week working at BD Plymouth.
Year 3
1 day per week at college.
Remaining days working at BD Plymouth.
Standard Hours (Years 1–2)
Monday to Friday.
Total: 37.5 hours per week.
Shift Pattern in Year 3
Continuous days: 11:00am to 11:00pm.
3 days on, 3 days off.
Includes basic salary plus 22% shift premium.
Training Outcome:On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you’ll have the opportunity to progress into a full-time role as a Technician within our operations team.
Technicians are responsible for all technical and processing activities involved in the manufacture of medical devices, as well as key operational responsibilities on the shop floor.
Towards the end of your apprenticeship and once you transition into a Technician role, you will work 12-hour continuous shifts on one of the following fixed patterns:
Continuous Days: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, 3 days on / 3 days off (basic salary plus 22% shift premium) Continuous Nights: 11:00 pm – 11:00 am, 3 nights on / 3 nights off (basic salary plus 32% shift premium).
Please note: These shift patterns do not rotate between days and nights—you will work one or the other.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a long-term career with a global leader in healthcare manufacturing.Employer Description:Become a Maker of Possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Our purpose—Advancing the World of Health™—drives everything we do. From design and engineering to manufacturing and marketing billions of MedTech products each year, we turn challenges into possibilities.
Now, we’re offering an exciting opportunity to join BD Plymouth as a Engineering Apprentice, where you’ll gain hands-on experience, industry-recognised qualifications, and the chance to build a rewarding career.BD Plymouth is one of the leading facilities in Europe for producing evacuated tubes and needles, including BD Vacutainer® blood collection products used worldwide. Located in the stunning South West of England, our site has been operating since 1981 and now employs over 850 talented people. Over the past 40+ years we’ve grown into a world-class operation, and we’re inviting you to be part of our journey.
Why Join Us?
BD is proud to be certified as a Top Employer 2025 in the UK reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional working environment. A career at BD means learning alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues in a culture that values growth, inclusion, and innovation.
At BD Plymouth, you’ll be part of a company that truly makes a difference in global healthcare—saving and improving lives every day. We value creativity, innovation, and fresh ideas, and we’ll support you in developing solutions that benefit people everywhere.
We’re committed to giving back through charitable and community initiatives, and we provide a modern, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive.
What We Offer
A chance to start your career with a global healthcare leader
Training and development opportunities to help you reach your potential
Recognition and rewards for your contributions
A healthy work-life balance
Who Can Apply?
If you’re enthusiastic, eager to learn, and ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join BD Plymouth and help us continue to deliver world-class healthcare solutions.Working Hours :Year 1: 3 days at City College Plymouth, 2 days at BD Plymouth (Mon–Fri). Year 2: 1 day college, 4 days at BD (Mon–Fri).
Year 3: 1 day college, work at BD on shifts: 11am–11pm, 3 days on /3 days off, includes weekend working.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Adaptable,Energy and enthusiasm,Self-motivation and discipline,Reliability and punctuality,Integrity and honesty,Creativity & practical ability,Commitment to safety,Initiative and ownership,Curiosity,Willingness to learn,Practical, hands-on ability....Read more...
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a market-leading group operating across the Commercial, Industrial, Residential and Service sectors, who are now looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of innovative engineering solutions across their expanding product portfolio.
This Gloucestershire based, dynamic organisation has become the market leader in each of the sectors it serves and is embarking on an ambitious growth plan over the next 3 years. With continued investment in products, infrastructure and most importantly, its people, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering function that prides itself on being entrepreneurial, customer-focused, competitive and operationally best-in-class.
As an Electrical Design Engineer here, you will take responsibility for electrical design activities across the product lifecycle, from early-stage concepts all the way through to production release. This will include control panel design, PLC integration and ensuring that all electrical systems meet stringent safety, quality and compliance requirements. This is a crucial role in delivering robust and manufacturable engineering solutions working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Key responsibilities for the role of Electrical Design Engineer based in Gloucestershire:
Leading the electrical design of packaged pumping systems, including control panel layouts, schematic diagrams and cable schedules.
Researching and developing new product concepts while enhancing existing designs in response to customer, production and market feedback.
Specifying and selecting electrical components to meet performance, safety and compliance requirements.
Development and integration of PLC-based control systems including configuration, I/O definition and functional documentation (PLC programming experience would be useful but is not essential).
Producing and maintaining detailed electrical documentation including wiring diagrams, design calculations and BOMs.
Ensuring that all electrical designs comply with CE/UKCA requirements, Health & Safety regulations and relevant UK/EU directives (LVD, EMC, Machinery Directive).
Supporting EMC compliance through best-practice design and collaboration with external test facilities.
Collaborating with Mechanical Design, Compliance and Manufacturing teams to ensure design integrity and manufacturability.
Providing input into design reviews, risk assessments and verification/validation testing throughout the development lifecycle.
Key skills required for Gloucestershire based role of Electrical Design Engineer:
Degree or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
Proven experience in product design or development, (specific experience involving water management / fluid-handling equipment would be ideal but is not a pre-requisite).
Experience of working within R&D or New Product Development environments.
Proven experience of designing industrial/commercial control panels (a working knowledge of PLC-based control systems and Variable Speed Drives would be an advantage but is not a pre-requisite)
Solid experience in using CAD/schematic design software, experience of SolidWorks Electrical would be ideal but experience of EPLAN, or AutoCAD Electrical will also be considered.
Familiarity with key standards and directives, including:
– Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
– EMC Directive
– Machinery Directive
– BS EN 60204-1 (Electrical Equipment of Machines)
– EN 60335
Working environment and opportunities:
Hybrid working arrangements with time split between the Gloucestershire based office, home and site
Opportunity to join a highly skilled, ambitious engineering team within a rapidly expanding market leader
Involvement in the full product lifecycle, contributing to innovative and technically challenging projects.
A culture that encourages development, continuous improvement and professional growth.
This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering group with ambitious growth plans, a collaborative culture and a commitment to building the best place to work while helping shape the future of high-performance, compliant engineering solutions.
To apply please send your CV to clam@redlinegroup.Com, or for more information contact Chuck Lam on 01582 878868.....Read more...
Main Duties
You will perform in a professional, accurate and timely manner, a range of administrative duties including; filing, photocopying, word processing, the distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, data entry, diary management and room bookings.
Supporting members of the HR department with general administration activities.
Providing exceptional customer service to all internal and external stakeholders in-person, or written via email or other formats.
Ensuring systems and databases are updated and well-maintained on a regular basis.
To deal effectively with telephone and face to face enquiries, directing the customer to the right contact. In addition, you will be responsible for managing the general staff development and HR email accounts ensuring correspondence is dealt with timely and appropriately.
Carrying out key duties in the absence of other members of the department as and when required.
Role Objectives:
Welcoming visitors both internal and external to the department
Taking minutes of meetings accurately, producing written copies and sharing these with attendees in a timely manner.
Booking meetings including arranging a convenient time for required attendees, booking rooms and other equipment as and when needed.
Supporting the HR recruitment team with general processes, such as obtaining references for new workers, downloading applications to prepare for shortlisting, preparing interview packs for hiring managers, file administration as well as supporting with recruitment events/activities.
Preparing and sending off references for current/ex-employees
Collecting and retrieving the post and distributing this to the relevant persons on a daily basis.
Logging information onto the HR System accurately and timely which may include absence details, qualifications, general personal data and compliance information.
Updating key information in the HR System accurately and timely which may include changes in personal data i.e., name changes, leave of absence etc.
Ensuring that the stationery supplies are sufficient and replenished when needed.
Support the HR Assistant and the Recruitment Assistant with responding to queries either in-person, via the telephone or email.
Carry out duties as a First Aider as and when required.
To work in accordance with the Data Protection Act to maintain confidentiality of all information held by HR.
To ensure promotion of inclusive practices that address the requirement of diversity and equality fully.
To ensure a professional image of the organisation is promoted at all times.
Training:Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship qualification.
On the job support from experienced professionals within HR and internal recruitment.Training Outcome:Progression into other admin-based positions within the Group. As an employer of over 800 employees, across 3 college sites and a university centre there are plenty of roles to choose from.Employer Description:RNN Group is an education and training provider, meeting the needs of thousands of employers, adults and school leavers every year and contributing at the heart of our communities.
The RNN Group includes five campuses of career-focused further and higher education in South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire which includes; Rotherham College, North Notts College, Dearne Valley College, University Centre Rotherham, alongside our partner organisation the National Fluid Power Centre.
We educate school leavers, undergraduates, employees and those re-joining the workforce, with a focus on ensuring learners leave equipped with the necessary skills to join or re-join the workforce.
We work in partnership with schools, employers and local organisations to continually ensure we are leading and delivering on innovation and skills in our communities.
In total, we employ or engage over 800 staff to educate and train over 11,000 people each year, including over 1,000 apprentices.
We work at the centre of our local communities, contributing to civic life and economic renewal. Through events, volunteering and charitable efforts, we reach out to individuals and groups.
From our heartlands in the Sheffield City Region and the East Midlands, we help companies succeed and individuals learn their way to career security and personal and professional fulfilment and happiness.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.30am- 5.00pm.
Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Be reliable and punctual,flexible....Read more...
