8 Engineers jobs in Bedfordshire

Night Shift Engineers
Milton Keynes
Monday-Thursday Perm Nights (5:30-5:30)

60,000 - Rising to 66,000 with training plan!

Benefits:-
* 25 Days Holiday, Discounted Company Shares Scheme
* Matched Private Pension Scheme
* BUPA Private Healthcare
* Staff Discounts, Subsidised Canteen, Car & Bike Schemes, Team/Family Events
* Engineering Skills Matrix Training & Development Plans for all Engineers

Our client is a leading food manufacturing company, the site is part of a larger national organisation. Due to growth and further expansion within the factory, they are looking for a number of experienced Night Shift Engineers to join their team.

Role & Responsibilities:

* Electrical & mechanical maintenance, PPM's, and repairs
* Working on a variety of high-speed production & packaging machinery, conveyors, food processing equipment, refrigeration, chillers, site services, ventilation
* Dealing with motors, drives, gearboxes, pumps hydraulics, pneumatics, sensors, compressors
* Project work - new machine installs, upgrades & continuous improvement work
* PLC - electrical fault finding
* Identify spare parts, raise stock & non-stock requests
* Record all work on CMMS (Pirana) System

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

* Looking for a multi-skilled engineer - ideally electrically biased
* Must have worked in food manufacturing
* NVQ Level 3 Apprenticeship (or equivalent) Engineering Qualification
* Beneficial to have 18th Edition
* Electrical fault finding & mechanical fitting experience
* Dealt with pneumatics, hydraulics, gearboxes, drives, pumps, compressors
* Ideally have worked on boilers & steam systems - beneficial to be BOAS certified
* PLC - electrical fault finding
* Automation & controls experience
* Strong, proactive & effective communication skills

"To apply please email your CV / resume to ( (url removed) )". - Chris Gumm - (phone number removed)

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Night Shift Engineers
Milton Keynes
Monday-Thursday Perm Nights (5:30-5:30)

£60,000 - Rising to £66,000 with training plan!

Benefits:-
* 25 Days Holiday, Discounted Company Shares Scheme
* Matched Private Pension Scheme
* BUPA Private Healthcare
* Staff Discounts, Subsidised Canteen, Car & Bike Schemes, Team/Family Events
* Engineering Skills Matrix Training & Development Plans for all Engineers

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Mechanical Systems Design Engineers - Defence Sector - Permanent - Attractive  – Bedfordshire

Mechanical Systems Design Engineers are needed for an established supplier of engineering solutions for the defence sector. They specialise in the design, manufacture and support of control systems, and power systems for defence platforms within the safety critical and harsh environment domain The company now needs Mechanical Systems Design Engineers for the full product life-cycle, and they are open to Mechanical Systems Design Engineers from recent Graduates with just a few year's experience to seasoned veterans with full careers of knowledge to share.

The Mechanical Systems Design Engineers work ranges from updates and modifications of existing products and solutions through to the mechanical design and development of complete, new systems to meet challenging technical constraints and demanding customer requirements.

The Mechanical Systems Design Engineers will report to the Engineering and Operations Director and positions are full-time office based at the company facility, although there will be scope for occasional remote working where project requirements permit. The Mechanical Systems Design Engineers will be responsible for designing Electro-Mechanical products and any knowledge of Electrical Power and or Control Systems would be an Advantage.

Key Duties for the Mechanical Systems Design Engineers

• Working as part of a team to design and develop the mechanical aspects of products and systems with particular emphasis on harsh environments and safety critical domains.
• Work through the whole engineering lifecycle (requirements, development, drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical reports).
• Ownership of some mechanical aspects of projects whilst working with Project Managers.
• Assist with supporting technical documentation, validation, and verification activities.
• Provide technical mechanical design support to project managers and customers.
• Develop and maintain mechanical drawings, parts lists, and manufacturing data.
• Adhere to the design control activities within the company systems.
• Assist with Systems Integration information, including technical and training materials.
• Review legacy equipment in respect of current standards, obsolescence, and design.
• Assist the customer in developing their requirements to realise a solution.
• Oversee prototypes and manufacture and submitting required documentation.
• Demonstrating compliance and manage testing, as necessary.

Key Skills/Experience Required for the Mechanical Systems Design Engineers

• Experience in a similar role within safety critical engineering environment
• Degree qualified engineer with some experience with DFMA, FEA, CFD etc.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD, ideally Inventor and or AutoCAD, for detailing design and data-packs.
• Experience in analysis, e.g. using associated software tools for structural analysis.
• Strong problem-solving ability with clear and effective communication, both written and verbal.
• A background in the defence sector and knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding and coating technology would be an advantage.
• Excellent at communicating and able to present internally and to customers, as necessary.
• You should have an eye for detail, a good positive can-do attitude and be hands on.
• Effective time management and planning skills are essential skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and prepared to get the job done.

**Candidates must be British Nationals only as full BPSS and UK Security Clearance (SC) will be required, and this is due to the nature of the Defence products involved**

Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high, and interviews will be arranged very soon. If you have the right experience and you want to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the Mechanical Systems Design Engineers role, please contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment on (phone number removed) or send suitable CV’s to (url removed)

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In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Due to increased workload, we are looking for experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to work across all areas of the Product Life Cycle, from Mechanical Future Concepts, Detailed Design and Qualification, to Production and In-service Support. In this role, you will lead the development of mechanical solutions for a wide variety of complex weapons and weapon systems, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of mechanical solutions across all stages of the Product Life Cycle, from concept to production
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality mechanical designs for complex weapon systems
• Take ownership of mechanical design work packages and provide leadership throughout the product development phases
• Engage in proving and qualification activities to ensure designs meet the required standards and compliance
• Use common development techniques like DFMEA, DFA, and DFM to enhance design quality
• Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to engage in design and development
• Adapt to cultural differences and lead diverse teams effectively
• Apply structural/thermal/dynamic analysis when required

The successful candidate will have:

• Degree/HND/HNC qualified with significant experience in Mechanical Design and Development
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing mechanical design work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge of proving and qualification activities
• Experience with DFMEA, DFA, DFM techniques for robust design
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and negotiate
• Supplier engagement experience, with an understanding of multi-disciplinary collaboration
• A calm, professional manner, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Experience with structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis (desirable)
• Proficiency in 3D CAD/CAE tools (training on preferred CAE tools will be provided)

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
• Pension: Maximum total contribution of up to 14% (employer and employee)
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Subsidised meals, free car parking, and excellent site facilities
• Fantastic career development and progression opportunities

Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered.

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineers

We are looking for experienced Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineers to join our rapidly expanding business at our Bishop's Stortford branch.

As an Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer you will be responsible for travelling extensively around Hertfordshire and into North London and occasionally nationally, visiting client sites to install and/or service and maintain air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

Key responsibilities of the Engineers will include:

• Installation, Service and Maintenance of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration systems.
li>Participate in ‘On-Call’ system to provide our customers with 24-hour breakdown cover.
• Complete company documents i.e. job cards, time sheets and maintenance reports.
• Provide feedback to company management.
• Provide a high standard of work.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

li>Minimum of 2 years’ practical experience working on Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration systems. < i>City & Guilds or equivalent in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
• City & Guilds 2079 Refrigerant Handling Certificate.
• Have a flexible approach to working hours.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Great customer service skills.
• A good knowledge of Health & Safety.
• Able to work and support team as well as independently.
• Full clean UK Driving Licence.
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude.

This is a full-time position as an Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer that offers a competitive package depending on experience.

Everything we do at Pitkin & Ruddock Ltd starts with people; our success is built on long-term working relationships with our customers, employees and suppliers. We are a large, local, family company that pride ourselves in delivering excellence through service.

We consider our employees to be part of our family so when you join Pitkin & Ruddock, you’ll be joining a company that wants you to grow with us and stay with us. We actively provide training and development for employees to reach their full potential, encouraging them to excel in their trade. We truly believe as a family run business, no-one is ever just a number, your efforts are recognised and rewarded.

We have a fair approach to basic wages, have generous overtime rates and offer increased annual leave entitlement for length of service. Engineer’s also benefit from a Company van and fuel card, mobile phone, all specialist tools, uniform and PPE and additional Manufacturer training. We also provide annual Occupational Heath checks for and offer winter flu vaccine to all staff.

We have phenomenal opportunities for experienced, part-time Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to work across all areas of our Product Life Cycles, from Mechanical Future Concepts, detailed Design and Qualification to Production and In-service Support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical design work packages across various product stages (Concept, Design, Qualification, Production, and In-service Support)
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver world-class mechanical solutions for complex weapons and weapon systems
• Contribute to the development of mechanical solutions and tackle exciting challenges within the product lifecycle
• Provide leadership for mechanical design work, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards
• Engage in proving and qualification activities to ensure designs meet the required specifications

The successful candidate will have:

• Degree/HND/HNC qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Experience in Mechanical Design and Development, ideally in areas like Mechanisms, Structures, Assembly and Integration, and Concept down selection
• Ability to lead mechanical design work packages and navigate the challenges of multi-disciplinary teamwork
• Experience in the full product lifecycle (CADMID) and awareness of qualification activities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders

This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not inclusive of:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
• Pension: Maximum total contribution of up to 14% (employer and employee)
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave (up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave)
• Subsidised site facilities and free parking
• Excellent career progression and training / career development opportunities

If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert!

Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.