74 Engineering jobs in Bedfordshire

Do you have a strong background working in Maintenance and Manufacturing? Have you previously worked at management level?

Do you have a process engineering background? Raw material in at one end and a product coming out at the other end - For example, Food, Drink, Pharmaceutical etc. If so then please read on

The basics:

Job Title: Engineering Manager

Industry: Process Engineering - Food and Drink

Location: Kempston

Salary: Up to 67,000 DOE

Hours: Monday - Friday - 9.00am to 5.30pm

Structure: Maintenance team consists of 15 and working closely with the plant manager

Pension: Up to 6% pension contribution from the employer

Overview

Working for a large manufacturing business we now require a Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager to join the dynamic team to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the facility.

The ideal candidate / Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Previous experience managing and leading a team within a Process Engineering environment - ideally food/drink.
• Must be an influential Leader and have an understanding of the latest maintenance techniques.
• Good communication skills are essential to implement and achieve business objectives.
• An engineering qualification at degree / HND level or equivalent beneficial
• Must be PC literate.

Key duties/responsibilities:

• Establish Maintenance Engineering strategies to achieve the overall production reliability in line with the company goals, KPIs and budgetary objectives.
• Management of all Capital Projects from conception to completion
• Environmental control - responsible dealing with local authorities on environmental and planning issues
• Manage the reliability of the plant through the in house system ensuring improvement of equipment uptime through predictive analysis and assessment.
• Own and develop the PPM system ensuring checks and repairs are carried out on time and effectively by the shift engineers.
• Carry out Root Cause Analysis or critical plant issues suggesting engineering solutions for major downtime incidents.
• Monitor spares for critical equipment to ensure a fast response to breakdowns.
• Conduct equipment life span, obsolescence studies and develop appropriate upgrade / replacement strategies.
• Promote effective communication between internal / external teams
• Maintain a positive Health, Safety and environmental culture in all staff and contractors on site.
• Coach, mentor and support all team members to optimize their performance
• Provide appropriate training and development opportunities for the team
• Carry out performance reviews and disciplinary procedures are required
• Set and monitor objectives for the team to ensure all KPIs are met
• Manage and control departmental expenditure within agreed budgets
• Further details on the role will be discussed at interview

Commutable from Bedford, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Luton, Cambridge and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in the Engineering Manager role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

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Engineering Geologist

High Wycombe

Permanent

30,000 to 40,000 per annum

Are you looking to work for a well-established geotechnical and geoenvironmental consultancy that offers first-class training and development?

My client is a medium-sized leading geotechnical and geoenvironmental companies, based in High Wycombe, and are looking for an Engineering Geologist to join their diverse and experienced projects team.

The successful Engineering Geologist candidate will have the chance to work on a variety of commercial and residential projects nationwide, gaining valuable experience alongside experienced consultants. The successful Engineering Geologist would be responsible for ground investigation project delivery, site characterisation, report writing and client liaison.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow into a senior position at the company, as my client pride themselves on promoting from within.

Candidate Requirements:

• Geology degree, another relevant degree
• Commutable distance from their High Wycombe site
• Ground investigation and report writing experience
• Full UK Driving Licence

Company Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Additional Annual Leave opportunities
• Hybrid Working
• Flexible Working
• Vehicle Access

Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Geo-Environmental Consultant | High Wycombe | 30,000

An exciting new opportunity has opened for a Geo-Environmental Consultant in High Wycombe.

Would you like a role that offers a great progression path?

Company benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Great pension scheme
• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working available
• Flexible working

You will have the chance to work on a range of different projects, varying from large commercial to infrastructure and residential.

If you would be interested in working for an established ground investigation consultancy with multiple offices over the UK, we want to hear from you! We are looking for a driven Geo Environmental Consultant to join the team and help with some exciting new projects that are coming up.

You will have the chance to work on a variety of responsibilities from office to site. Your focus will be preparing phase 1 and 2 reports, preparing risk assessments, supervising on site, taking soil samples and helping train the junior consultants.

If you meet the following requirements, please send your CV to us.

Essential

• Hold a Geology or Earth Science degree
• Must hold a full UK driving license
• Must live within a commutable distance from the High Wycombe office
• Report writing experience is desirable

If you are interested in applying for the role of the Geo-Environmental Consultant, please send your CV to (url removed) or reach out to (phone number removed).

Position: Engineering Manager (industrial refrigeration)

Location: Bishops Stortford

Duration: Permanent

Salary: From £70,000 to £90,000 subject to experience level

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join a busy and growing refrigeration company that has a national presence.

This company deals with the installation, service, breakdown of industrial refrigeration, commercial refrigeration and air conditioning.

This is a new position within the company due to company growth. They are looking for someone to manage everything within the engineering department, this includes pre order proposals, client audits, research and development of refrigeration plant, design and estimating, new business etc.

The right person for this position will have a strong understanding of industrial and commercial refrigeration at management level. They need to be proactive in helping grow an existing business and be passionate about dealing with every area of the business.

Requirements

• Strong technical knowledge of industrial and commercial refrigeration
• Has dealt with all areas of a business from sales, estimating, audits, client management etc
• Based in a commutable location to Bishops Stortford
• Full UK Driving licence
• Happy to travel the country to support new and existing clients
• Passionate about learning about new products and selling them to the clients
• Experience in dealing with design
• Able to deal with pre-order sales stage proposals and negotiations

Package

• Excellent basic salary
• Starting package can be negotiated

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV or contact Wendy Evemy ASAP

SER-IN

Engineering Manager
Salary: 65,000 - 70,000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Location: Northampton

We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Manager to be responsible for the running of of engineering department on site in Northampton.

• Manage the departmental budget with a focus on cost efficiency, value creation, and strategic resource planning.

• Champion development opportunities for the engineering team, conducting regular performance reviews and providing technical mentorship.

• Take ownership of full life cycle CAPEX and infrastructure project delivery-ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

• Partner closely with Production and Shift Managers to plan, coordinate, and align engineering activities with operational goals

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and internal maintenance systems to maximise equipment uptime.

• Drive site-wide energy optimisation initiatives to improve efficiency and sustainability.

• Support the negotiation and management of external service contracts, ensuring value for money and service quality.

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant Health & Safety, environmental, and insurance legislation (UK/EU standards).

• Degree or HND in Engineering or a related technical field.

• Extensive maintenance experience within a highly automated, batch production, or FMCG environment.

• Solid budgeting and resource management expertise.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Competitive salary: 65,000-70,000 per annum

• Monday to Friday working pattern

• Attractive benefits package including annual leave, pension, and Cycle to Work scheme

• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies

• Ongoing professional training and development

• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family

My client is a world-renowned packaging company and a leading provider within the corrugated packaging sector in the UK. They are currently seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing engineering team at their flagship site. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the site's engineering strategy, lead CI projects, and support the ongoing investment in new machinery and automation

Engineering Manager
Overstone - Northampton 
£60,000 – £70,000

Our client is offering a competitive salary with 6% private pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 24/7 support, Life Insurance, free on-site canteen,

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing all engineering and maintenance activities on-site
• Leading and developing a skilled team of engineers and technicians across shifts
• Managing and implementing preventative and predictive maintenance schedules
• Ensuring maximum uptime of production machinery including Casemakers, Die Cutters, Printers, and Gluers
• Negotiate service contracts.
• Manage the departmental budget and look at cost saving opportunities
• Driving continuous improvement projects and supporting CAPEX investments
• Collaborating with production, quality, and safety teams to meet operational goals
• Ensuring full compliance with H&S, regulatory standards, and company procedures

Essential:

• Proven experience in an Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, or Lead Engineer role
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems within a manufacturing environment
• Understanding of packaging/food machinery or similar high-speed production equipment
• Level 3 or higher qualification in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or above ideally HND.
• Strong leadership skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity or would like further information, please contact Sean Turton on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your current CV to (url removed) “SER-IN”

Administrator (Engineering)



Northampton, NN3

Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 12:30

£14.00ph

Temp to Perm



Interaction Recruitment is seeking an experienced Administrator for our client in Round Spinney



Working for a company that produce components for the motorsport industry.

We are ideally looking for someone that has worked within an Engineering environment previously.



Key Responsibilities:



· Reading and Converting drawings

· Processing templates for new jobs

· Managing purchase orders

· Filing purchase orders and drawings

· Utilizing online portals

· Booking in and allocating materials



Requirements:



· Proficiency in reading and converting drawings

· Understanding of job-specific templates



If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated CV for consideration.







Engineering Admin, Engineering Planner, Stores Administrator, Stores Advisor, Stores Admin

My client is a world-renowned packaging company and a leading provider within the corrugated packaging sector in the UK. They are currently seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing engineering team at their flagship site. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the site's engineering strategy, lead CI projects, and support the ongoing investment in new machinery and automation

Engineering Manager
Boughton
£60,000 – £70,000

Our client is offering a competitive salary with 6% private pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 24/7 support, Life Insurance, free on-site canteen,

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing all engineering and maintenance activities on-site
• Leading and developing a skilled team of engineers and technicians across shifts
• Managing and implementing preventative and predictive maintenance schedules
• Ensuring maximum uptime of production machinery including Casemakers, Die Cutters, Printers, and Gluers
• Negotiate service contracts.
• Manage the departmental budget and look at cost saving opportunities
• Driving continuous improvement projects and supporting CAPEX investments
• Collaborating with production, quality, and safety teams to meet operational goals
• Ensuring full compliance with H&S, regulatory standards, and company procedures

Essential:

• Proven experience in an Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, or Lead Engineer role
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems within a manufacturing environment
• Understanding of packaging/food machinery or similar high-speed production equipment
• Level 3 or higher qualification in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or above ideally HND.
• Strong leadership skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity or would like further information, please contact Sean Turton on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your current CV to (url removed) “SER-IN”