As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Water), you’ll learn how to:
install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our water assets are available and are working correctly and helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:
During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over a 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre
If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends
Training Outcome:
Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. (As long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme)
Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
Install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our wastewater assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
Work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
Work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
Schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:Water Industry Asset Maintenance Technician Level 3.
During your first year, you’ll spend 3-days per week over an 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre. If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends.Training Outcome:Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. (As long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme).Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our wastewater assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over a 8 month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre. If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends.Training Outcome:Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. (As long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme.)Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
Exact shifts TBCSkills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
Install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our wastewater assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
Work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
Work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
Schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over an 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre. If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends.Training Outcome:Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. (As long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme).Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
Install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our wastewater assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
Work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
Work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
Schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over an 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre. If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends.Training Outcome:Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. (As long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme).Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer- Instrumentation (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
Install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our wastewater assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
Work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
Work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
Schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:
During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over a 8 month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre
If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends
Training Outcome:
Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme (as long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme)
Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday
Shifts to be confirmedSkills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
Install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our wastewater assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
Work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
Work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
Schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:Water Industry Asset Maintenance Technician Level 3.
During your first year, you’ll spend 3-days per week over a 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre. If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends.Training Outcome:Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. (As long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme).Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
Install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our wastewater assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
Work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
Work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
Schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over an 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre. If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends.Training Outcome:Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. (As long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme).Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Instrumentation (Wastewater), you’ll learn how to:
Install, repair and maintain our process instrumentation, control and automation systems, ensuring our wastewater assets are available and are working correctly, helping to keep services running smoothly for our customers
Work as part of a dedicated team focussed on ensuring our plants continue to operate at maximum efficiency
Work with a wide range of equipment, be able to identify any faults and carry out routine maintenance, following the company’s rigorous health and safety standards
Schedule maintenance activity and how to organise your workload effectively
Training:Water Industry Asset Maintenance Technician Level 3.
During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over a 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre. If you do not live near, accommodation will be reimbursed/provided by United Utilities during this period, excluding weekends.Training Outcome:Every apprentice is guaranteed a permanent position at the end of their scheme. (As long as you meet all necessary standards and behaviour criteria throughout the programme).Employer Description:United Utilities is responsible for water and wastewater services in the North West of England. From 2025-2030 we will undertake the largest investment in water and wastewater services in the North West in 100 years - that's more than £13 billion worth of projects. Now, more than ever, we need inspiring future talent to help make the North West stronger, greener, and healthier. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
During the first ten months of your apprenticeship, you’ll spend Monday to Friday based full‑time at HETA College.This weekday residential setup gives you focused time during the working week to grow your technical skills, build confidence and learn as part of a supportive cohort, while still returning home at weekends.
You'll develop skills in:
Using modern electrical, control and monitoring technologies
Carrying out routine maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment
Working with pressure, flow and temperature sensors
Fault finding with specialist tools and control system data
Completing key health and safety tasks, including risk assessments
Training:
During the first ten months of your apprenticeship, you’ll spend Monday to Friday based full‑time at HETA College - typically either Grimsby or Hull, living and learning alongside apprentices from across the country
Training Outcome:
By the end of the programme, you’ll learn how to repair, test and maintain the electrical power, control and protection systems that keep our sites running safely
You’ll gain hands on experience with instrumentation, working on the sensors and monitoring tools that tell us how our pipes and compressors are performing, helping the whole network operate at its best
Employer Description:National Gas Transmission is the backbone of Britain’s energy system today and will play a leading role in the transition to a clean energy future that works for every home and business. We own and operate the national gas network, delivering energy to where it is needed in every part of the country.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Willing to learn,Curious,Motivated....Read more...
Hot Fire Test Engineer required with experience of COMAH controlled testing of Firing engines using propellants.
You will work within a Test department of a space thruster test facility on Hot Fire Testing programmes including: site preparation and maintenance, fuel and oxidiser handling, pressure systems, instrumentation, control systems, space thruster theory, steam boiler operation, data analysis, site and system safety, etc.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting and rapidly growing organisation at the cutting edge of Aerospace and Space Research, Design and Development.....Read more...
The business is looking for an Apprentice to train alongside their existing experienced team of Technicians and Engineers on all aspects of operational and maintenance engineering (electrical, control and instrumentation) duties. As an apprentice you will study a range of programmes working towards a Level 3 ENGINEERING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Apprenticeship standard, covering a variety of skills and qualifications while earning a wage and completing invaluable practical skills in industry.
Apprentice technicians will undertake:
The installation, commissioning, testing, calibration, fault-finding, maintenance, and repair of electrical, control, and instrumentation systems and equipment, including motors, switchgear, control panels, field instruments, sensors, actuators, and DCS and PLC-based control systems, as part of planned preventative and reactive maintenance activities
They will support routine inspection, functional testing, loop checking, and system optimisation to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant and process control systems
Apprentices may also assist with the safe isolation, disconnection, removal, and decommissioning of electrical, control, and instrumentation assets when plant or systems are withdrawn from service
Candidates should be confident, keen, enthusiastic, and committed with a positive attitude to work
This is an ideal opportunity to learn all aspects of maintenance and operations engineering and achieve an advanced apprenticeship qualification, at one of the biggest and most efficient combined heat and power (CHP) plants in Europe.
Initially the first 10 months you will be based at HETA, following which you will then be based on site at VPI, Rosper Road, South Killingholme, Immingham DN40 3DZ.
There will be some working at height and in confined spaces, with PPE required for work activities. This is a 24/7 Industry:
*New applicants who meet the entry requirements of the role will be contacted by the Apprentice Employment Agency team to discuss your application and the apprenticeship in further detail. Please ensure you provide up to date contact details and check your junk in case of redirected emails. Failure to respond to communications will result in your application being withdrawn.Training:During this 52-month programme, you will undertake off the job training at HETA for the first year followed by further training and specific on the job training on site provided by experienced Maintenance team members. You will also be supported by a dedicated mentor from VPI and assessor from HETA who will guide and support you throughout your apprenticeship. You will undertake the Engineering Maintenance Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship– dual discipline (EC&I), including an end-point assessment.Training Outcome:
This is a 52-month (48 months plus 4 months EPA) apprenticeship with the potential for further employment opportunities for the right candidate
Employer Description:An apprenticeship with VPI is a great opportunity to put both theory & practical learning into practise. We are one of the largest energy producers in the UK with five operational Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) sites totalling a fleet capacity of 3,119 megawatts. This is an apprenticeship where you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference. Not only will you learn valuable skills as you start out on your career, but you will also be doing so in one of our CCGT sites that provides invaluable power and stability to the national grid.Working Hours :Monday- Friday
8am- 4pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Enthusiastic,Punctual....Read more...
This role involves working with high-pressure gas and fluidic systems, engine testing, and test facility operations to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct engine testing and ensure correct feedline pressures are set.
Operate and maintain mechanical and steam vacuum systems.
Perform pressure and control system checks.
Set up and operate Data Acquisition Systems and thermal imaging cameras.
Carry out instrumentation calibrations and ensure compliance with testing standards.
Work extensively with high-pressure gas and fluidic systems.
Experience Required:
Strong mechanical fitting skills.
Solid understanding of mathematics and physics.
Hands-on experience in engine testing and test facility operations.
Experience in maintenance and operation of mechanical systems.
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We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Test Technician. In this role, you will provide essential support to lead Test Engineers in various tasks related to site preparation, maintenance, and testing activities. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Assisting in site preparation and maintenance tasks
Conducting pressure and control systems checks
Operating mechanical and steam vacuum systems
Performing instrumentation calibrations
Maintaining and operating steam boilers
Operating high-pressure gas and fluidic systems
Utilising electrical and electronic measurement and testing equipment
Skills and Behavioural Competencies:
Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Experience working with high-pressure gas systems
Familiarity with electronics and High Voltage equipment
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During the first two years of your apprenticeship, you’ll be based full‑time at TTE College in Ellesmere Port, living Monday to Friday alongside other apprentices from across the country. This weekday residential setup gives you focused time during the working week to grow your technical skills, build confidence and learn as part of a supportive cohort, while still returning home at weekends.
You’ll develop skills in:
Using modern electrical, control and monitoring technologies.
Carrying out routine maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment.
Working with pressure, flow and temperature sensors.
Fault finding with specialist tools and control system data.
Completing key health and safety tasks, including risk assessments.
Your day to day could include checking and calibrating sensors, testing circuits, diagnosing faults, supporting planned maintenance or helping technicians during equipment upgrades. No two days will be the same, and you’ll quickly grow your skills working with real equipment in real environments.
Training:During the first two years of your apprenticeship, you’ll be based full‑time at TTE College in Ellesmere Port, living Monday to Friday alongside other apprentices from across the country.Training Outcome:By the end of the programme, you’ll learn how to repair, test and maintain the electrical power, control and protection systems that keep our sites running safely. You’ll gain hands on experience with instrumentation, working on the sensors and monitoring tools that tell us how our pipes and compressors are performing, helping the whole network operate at its best.Employer Description:National Gas Transmission is the backbone of Britain’s energy system today and will play a leading role in the transition to a clean energy future that works for every home and business. We own and operate the national gas network, delivering energy to where it is needed in every part of the country.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Curious,Proactive,Willing to learn,Motivated....Read more...
AWS Infrastructure Engineer required to work on environment build and management for financial technology and infrastructure institutions enabling rapid scale up by leveraging existing cloud infrastructure.
Requirements
Cloud AWS expert with commercial experience of EC2, VPC, EKS, RDS and IAM.
Hands on experience with Prometheus PromQL and Grafana.
Terraform and specifically Terragrunt Infrastructure as Code use to manage complex environments.
Kubernetes cluster fluency, helm charts, ingress controllers, auto scaling etc.
Golang, PHP, or Node.js debug skills.
Implementation of AWS Global Accelerator for multi-region resilience and latency OpenTelemetry collectors and instrumentation libraries.
Responsibilities
AWS Environment build in Terraform and Terragrunt.
Monitoring stack management, Prometheus configuration for metrics.
AWS traffic management using AWS Global Accelerator for low latency performance.
Manage Kubernetes EKS clusters.....Read more...
An innovative instrumentation company is seeking an ICP-MS Test and Installation Engineer to support the testing, installation, and qualification of advanced mass spectrometry systems. This is a hands-on technical role with regular international travel.
Key responsibilities
QA testing of GD-MS and MC-ICP-MS instruments prior to shipment
Overseas installation, qualification, and customer training
Instrument assembly, analytical testing, and fault finding
Diagnosing and resolving hardware and performance issues
Contributing to instrument development, cost reduction, and design
improvements
Key experience and skills
Strong background in mass spectrometry (ICP-MS and GD-MS)
Experience with vacuum systems, instrument assembly, and diagnostics
Analytical testing and specification verification
Customer-facing experience and willingness to travel internationally
Innovative mindset with a continuous improvement approach
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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.
A proactive attitude toward safety and operational support.....Read more...
Propulsion Test Engineer with mechanical fitting expertise required. This position involves overseeing the design implementation, conducting Hot Fire Testing programs.
Key Responsibilities
Support in test activities across all hot fire and environmental test facilities.
Ensure comprehensive understanding and knowledge of all aspects of the firing sites, including site preparation, fuel and oxidiser handling, pressure systems, instrumentation, control systems, space thruster theory, steam boiler operation, data analysis, site and system safety.
Develop test, maintenance, and setup procedures for all test activities.
Requirements
Proficiency in mechanical fitting, preferably attained through completion of an apprenticeship or relevant experience within an engineering-oriented environment. Ideally holds qualifications equivalent to a graduate-level course in a related engineering field from OU or similar institutions. Must have undergone at least Level 4 training on the ....Read more...
Senior Project Manager
Location: Guildford Area, Surrey, Hybrid working (2 days remote)
Salary: Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Employee Ownership Benefits
Redline Group is partnering with a world-leading engineering organisation specialising in the design and delivery of technical projects within the clean energy & gas sector. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their team. This is a pivotal role leading high-value, multi-disciplinary engineering projects across process, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines. You will take full ownership of projects from order through detailed design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and final handover ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. The role requires the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining strong client relationships worldwide.
This position requires someone from an engineering background who combines strong leadership capability with solid technical grounding. You will lead and inspire Project Managers and Project Engineers while remaining close to the engineering detail, including equipment specification, procurement oversight, and engagement with process documentation such as P&IDs. Experience within the industrial gases sector or closely related process industries is highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop multi-disciplinary project teams
Manage full lifecycle project delivery from design through commissioning
Oversee technical proposals, quotations, and vendor approvals
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and suppliers globally
Ensure compliance with ISO9001, health & safety, and statutory requirements
Act as focal point for client support contracts and spare parts management
Champion innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
About You:
Proven experience managing large, complex engineering projects
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
Technical expertise in process, mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation engineering
Track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget
Commercial awareness and commitment to quality and customer satisfaction
Why Apply?
Employee Ownership Trust structure with annual profit share bonus scheme
Opportunity to work on technically challenging, international projects
Collaborative culture with significant industry expertise
To apply for this Senior Project Manager role, please send your CV to Yuon Skelton: yskelton@redlinegroup.Com or call 01582 878 829....Read more...
Pay: £65,000.00-£72,000.00 per yearJob Description:
Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician (Electrical & Controls Focus)Banbury (Site-Based) | £65,000–£70,000 + Benefits | Full-Time, PermanentAqumen Senior Appointments are proud to be partnering with a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business to appoint a high-calibre Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician.This is a key site-based role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, suited to a technically strong engineer with advanced PLC fault-finding and programming capability.The OpportunityYou will be responsible for delivering effective maintenance across plant, equipment, and facilities—ensuring maximum uptime, adherence to preventative maintenance schedules, and continuous improvement of manufacturing performance.This role requires strong electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and controls expertise, alongside the ability to operate confidently in a regulated, hygiene-critical environment.Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults efficientlyLead PLC fault-finding and programming (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley)Maintain and improve CMMS systems and maintenance recordsSupport plant improvements and capital projectsDrive continuous improvement initiativesEnsure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standardsCoordinate contractors and issue permits where requiredSupport factory start-ups and production optimisationProvide occasional support across other UK sites
Candidate Profile
Time-served/apprentice-trained engineerHNC/HND/NVQ Level 3+ in Electrical & Mechanical EngineeringMinimum 3 years’ experience in FMCG or industrial manufacturingAdvanced PLC competency (fault finding and programming essential)Strong understanding of instrumentation and process control systemsCalm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skillsProfessional, proactive, and team-oriented
What’s on Offer
£65,000–£70,000 basic salaryPension & life insuranceHealth & wellbeing programmeCycle to work schemeOn-site parkingStructured, stable manufacturing environment
For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please apply directly or contact our retained search team.
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Pay: £65,000.00-£72,000.00 per yearJob Description:
Technical Controls and Automation EngineerBanbury (Site-Based) | £65,000–£70,000 + Benefits | Full-Time, PermanentAqumen Senior Appointments are proud to be partnering with a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business to appoint a high-calibre Multi-Skilled Engineering Technician.This is a key site-based role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, suited to a technically strong engineer with advanced PLC fault-finding and programming capability.The OpportunityYou will be responsible for delivering effective maintenance across plant, equipment, and facilities—ensuring maximum uptime, adherence to preventative maintenance schedules, and continuous improvement of manufacturing performance.This role requires strong electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and controls expertise, alongside the ability to operate confidently in a regulated, hygiene-critical environment.Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults efficientlyLead PLC fault-finding and programming (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley)Maintain and improve CMMS systems and maintenance recordsSupport plant improvements and capital projectsDrive continuous improvement initiativesEnsure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standardsCoordinate contractors and issue permits where requiredSupport factory start-ups and production optimisationProvide occasional support across other UK sites
Candidate Profile
Time-served/apprentice-trained engineerHNC/HND/NVQ Level 3+ in Electrical & Mechanical EngineeringMinimum 3 years’ experience in FMCG or industrial manufacturingAdvanced PLC competency (fault finding and programming essential)Strong understanding of instrumentation and process control systemsCalm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skillsProfessional, proactive, and team-oriented
What’s on Offer
£65,000–£70,000 basic salaryPension & life insuranceHealth & wellbeing programmeCycle to work schemeOn-site parkingStructured, stable manufacturing environment
For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please apply directly or contact our retained search team.
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Hot Fire Space Thruster Test Engineer required join a very busy space thruster test facility focusing on Hot Fire Testing programmes. The ideal candidate will understand space thruster theory particularly the ground test of thrusters for the design and manufacture of liquid propellant and high pressure gas feed systems.
You will have an input to Research and Development and other space propulsion related activities so need to be proficient in analysing and assessing test data including collation and analysis then presentation graphs, tables, etc.
Requirements
Space thruster Knowledge
Understand propellant MIL spec analysis, Military Standard Propellants
Chemical laboratory techniques and processes
Mechanical fitter/practical engineering skills preferably gained from an apprenticeship or from within an engineering related organization.
Responsibilities
Site preparation and maintenance
Fuel and oxidiser handling
Pressure systems
Instrumentation
Control systems
Space thruster theory
Steam boiler operation
Data analysis
Site and system safety....Read more...
Your primary responsibilities will include fitting, testing, and optimising propulsion systems as we develop next-generation sustainable technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Install instrumentation on propulsion systems, including engines, batteries, and electric motors.
Set up and rig systems to various testing platforms such as dynamometers, battery test chambers, and other specialized test rigs.
Assist engineers with commissioning and preparing the device under test (DUT) for operation.
Operate testing facilities to measure parameters, monitor DUT performance, and optimize control settings as needed.
Contribute to the development process through hardware adjustments and problem-solving.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of electronic control systems.
Maintain awareness and understanding of battery and electric motor technology.
Required Skills and Experience
BTEC Level 3 or equivalent apprenticeship in engineering is advantageous.
GCSEs in Mathematics, English, and Science (Grades 5-9).
At least 3 years of propulsion testing experience in a similar environment.
Proficient diagnostic skills, especially with engine ECU and battery BMS systems
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Statera Energy Operations (SEO) operates the UKs largest portfolio of operational BESS and gas peaking plant sites (including the UKs largest operational BESS). The Engineering Team provides engineering support to the operational sites and project manages and delivers engineering projects (such as site extensions and complex engineering modifications).
As a degree apprentice, you will be exposed to all areas of the business as part of your development. This will include:
Exposure to a variety of HV and LV electrical systems, control system hardware and software, fire protection systems, HVAC systems and some exposure to mechanical systems.
Providing professional engineering support to the SEO portfolio of sites. This can include upgrades, troubleshooting and dealing with compliance issues.
Project management of engineering projects.
Source, engage and manage contractor support where required.
Hazard analysis and design reviews of new-build projects.
Working with Field Service Engineers and Control Room personnel to resolve issues escalated beyond these first-line teams.
Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
You will be exposed to both BESS and gas reciprocating engine technology during the course of your apprenticeship and develop some key learning, such as:
Detailed understanding of BESS and gas engine technologies.
Understand technical drawings (electrical, mechanical, P&IDs).
Understanding and applying detailed technical documents, for example, British and International Standards.
Development of appropriate scope / technical specification documents in order to engage specialist contractors.
Fault-finding ability on process plant (mechanical, electrical, control and instrumentation).
Produce high-quality written documents, for example: contract RFQ, technical specifications, and engineering reports.
Hazard analysis of engineering issues and projects and apply appropriate techniques, for example: FMEA, HAZID, HAZOP, risk assessment.
The role will be based at the SEO headquarters in Wakefield, with regular visits to the site. Your own transport is required (travel for work purposes is recompensed). Flexibility is required to spend periods of time on site where required.Training Outcome:
Electrical Engineer or Control and Instrumentation Engineer within the process or renewable energy industries.
Consultant Engineer.
Maintenance Engineer.
Employer Description:Statera Energy Operations (SEO) operates the UKs largest portfolio of operational BESS and gas peaking plant sites (including the UKs largest operational BESS). The Engineering Team provides engineering support to the operational sites and project manages and delivers engineering projects (such as site extensions and complex engineering modifications)Working Hours :Monday to Friday.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Initiative,Flexibility,Logical thinker....Read more...
