What Jobs are available for Engineers in Poole?

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join an excellent manufacturer in the Poole area.

With no day ever being the same the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Mechanical Maintenance of a Production Line
• Be able to read layout, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic drawings
• Respond in a timely manner to breakdowns to reduce downtime
• Develop and adhere to the site PPM programme, driving continuous improvement
• Install new equipment and machinery
• Liaise with the Maintenance Manager to purchase equipment, materials and parts necessary.
• Write shift reports
• To contribute to the compilation and production of work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• To comply with Company policies, health & safety and quality & hygiene standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• City & Guilds or Apprenticeship Trained
• Time Served as an Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
• Ability to diagnose issues and understand the root cause
• Be a good communicator and team player
• Have strong IT skills

Package and Benefits:

• 44,000 - 48,000 DOE
• Panama Shift 2 Weeks Days 2 Weeks Nights
• Exceptional long term career progression opportunities

How to apply:

Suitable candidates for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer role should apply immediately using the 'Apply Now' button by calling Olly on or by sending your CV directly to

We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hunter Selection is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Engineering and Manufacturing professionals throughout the UK. If you are looking for work in this area we may be able to assist you. Contact us directly on and discuss your requirements with one of our dedicated consultants.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join an excellent manufacturer in the Poole area.

With no day ever being the same the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Mechanical Maintenance of a Production Line
• Be able to read layout, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic drawings
• Respond in a timely manner to breakdowns to reduce downtime
• Develop and adhere to the site PPM programme, driving continuous improvement
• Install new equipment and machinery
• Liaise with the Maintenance Manager to purchase equipment, materials and parts necessary.
• Write shift reports
• To contribute to the compilation and production of work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• To comply with Company policies, health & safety and quality & hygiene standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• City & Guilds or Apprenticeship Trained
• Time Served as an Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
• Ability to diagnose issues and understand the root cause
• Be a good communicator and team player
• Have strong IT skills

Package and Benefits:

• 44,000 - 48,000 DOE
• Panama Shift 2 Weeks Days 2 Weeks Nights
• Exceptional long term career progression opportunities

How to apply:

Suitable candidates for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer role should apply immediately using the 'Apply Now' button by calling Olly on or by sending your CV directly to

We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hunter Selection is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Engineering and Manufacturing professionals throughout the UK. If you are looking for work in this area we may be able to assist you. Contact us directly on and discuss your requirements with one of our dedicated consultants.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Mechanical Design Engineer to join an excellent company who specialize in Special Purpose Machinery in the Poole Area.

With no day ever being the same the Mechanical Design Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment.

Job Description

• Develop high-quality mechanical designs and relevant documentation in accordance with design and quality standards.
• Work with the Engineering team to continually improve processes and implement changes from lessons learned.
• Maintain the Engineering review process focusing on design objectives, including ease of manufacture and assembly, product lifecycle maintenance, safety, and warranty.
• Interpret technical requirements and produce drawings, models, Bills of Material, and engineering reports.
• Follow product lifecycles from compliance to customer or market requirements through to final design review and certification.
• Ensure designs comply with design control procedures, local and international regulations, and military standards.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors to establish technical requirements or provide technical support.
• Take ownership of continual professional development and highlight key opportunities for development within the business.

Key Skills

• Proven experience with mechanical design of special purpose machinery.
• Expertise in using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Knowledge of basic electrical and wiring layout.
• Competence in material selection and analysis specific to operating environments.
• Experience with thermal analysis.
• Understanding of motion control systems including motors, gearboxes, and controllers.

Benefits

Shift Hours: Mon- Thursday 8.30am ‐ 5:15 pm Friday 8.00am ‐ 13.00pm (No Lunch)

Salary: £40,000 - £5,000 + Company Bonus

21 days + Banks

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join an excellent manufacturer in the Poole area.

With no day ever being the same the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Mechanical Maintenance of a Production Line
• Be able to read layout, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic drawings
• Respond in a timely manner to breakdowns to reduce downtime
• Develop and adhere to the site PPM programme, driving continuous improvement
• Install new equipment and machinery
• Liaise with the Maintenance Manager to purchase equipment, materials and parts necessary.
• Write shift reports
• To contribute to the compilation and production of work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• To comply with Company policies, health & safety and quality & hygiene standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• City & Guilds or Apprenticeship Trained
• Time Served as an Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
• Ability to diagnose issues and understand the root cause
• Be a good communicator and team player
• Have strong IT skills

Package and Benefits:

• 44,000 - 48,000 DOE
• Panama Shift 2 Weeks Days 2 Weeks Nights
• Exceptional long term career progression opportunities

How to apply:

Suitable candidates for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer role should apply immediately using the 'Apply Now' button by calling Olly on or by sending your CV directly to

We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hunter Selection is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Engineering and Manufacturing professionals throughout the UK. If you are looking for work in this area we may be able to assist you. Contact us directly on and discuss your requirements with one of our dedicated consultants.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Mechanical Design Engineer to join an excellent company who specialize in Special Purpose Machinery in the Poole Area.

With no day ever being the same the Mechanical Design Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment.

Job Description

• Develop high-quality mechanical designs and relevant documentation in accordance with design and quality standards.
• Work with the Engineering team to continually improve processes and implement changes from lessons learned.
• Maintain the Engineering review process focusing on design objectives, including ease of manufacture and assembly, product lifecycle maintenance, safety, and warranty.
• Interpret technical requirements and produce drawings, models, Bills of Material, and engineering reports.
• Follow product lifecycles from compliance to customer or market requirements through to final design review and certification.
• Ensure designs comply with design control procedures, local and international regulations, and military standards.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors to establish technical requirements or provide technical support.
• Take ownership of continual professional development and highlight key opportunities for development within the business.

Key Skills

• Proven experience with mechanical design of special purpose machinery.
• Expertise in using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Knowledge of basic electrical and wiring layout.
• Competence in material selection and analysis specific to operating environments.
• Experience with thermal analysis.
• Understanding of motion control systems including motors, gearboxes, and controllers.

Benefits

Shift Hours: Mon- Thursday 8.30am ‐ 5:15 pm Friday 8.00am ‐ 13.00pm (No Lunch)

Salary: £40,000 - £5,000 + Company Bonus

21 days + Banks

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Role purpose

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in the water and wastewater sector? Due to continued success building on our existing framework agreements and a confident growth plan in AMP 8 and AMP 9, across all 10 major water and wastewater companies in England and Wales, we’re seeking a confident, innovative professional to lead the design and delivery of complex infrastructure projects.

Join our dynamic and growing team as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for

engineering sustainable assets which our valued customers are proud to own and operate.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of challenging projects, from innovative treatment systems to infrastructure upgrades, all while collaborating with a supportive, forward-thinking team of 40+ engineers.  Your expertise will shape sustainable engineering solutions, mentor junior staff, and influence key project decisions.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a company that values technical excellence, professional growth, and making a difference in communities, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

• Lead the mechanical design and specification of water and wastewater treatment systems, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure.
• Oversee project delivery from concept through to detailed design and construction support.
• Developing detailed specifications for survey requirements, equipment, systems and interfaces between disciplines, ensuring they meet client requirements and industry standards
• Producing mechanical designs using project specifications, standard requirements, outline scopes of work, and/or site investigations
• Innovate, challenge, and consider continuous improvement across projects and designs
• Support the addressing of challenges encountered across our teams, bringing your unique experience to assist in defining solutions.
• Assisting less technical team members with the specification of technical plant and machinery
• Liaison with project managers and commercial teams
• Attending site, both during and after projects
• Producing and carrying out technical presentations during client visits and meetings.

We offer a hybrid model of 3 days in the office and 2 days at home, and we also offer some flexible working.

Roles are available in our Bath (Head Office), Newport, Poole or Maidstone offices and will relate to the clients those offices support.

This is based on a 40hr contract Monday to Friday.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients, who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large, diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution, which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network, supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset, which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £5m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in a senior mechanical design role.
• Relevant engineering qualification such as a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, HNC, or HND.
• Experience in:
• Mechanical systems design
• Site general arrangement design, 2D and/or 3D
• Design project coordination, leading and supporting teams
• Chemical dosing
• Water quality monitoring
• Autodesk 3D CAD packages
• Using Microsoft packages
• Specific water industry-based design experience.

Benefits

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

 Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Extended annual leave allowance with option to purchase up to an additional 3 days per year.
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £ 000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.

Role purpose

Kick-start or further your career with a team that values growth, collaboration, and real-world impact.

Due to continued success building on our existing framework agreements, and a confident growth plan in AMP 8 and AMP 9, across all 10 major water and waste water companies in England and Wales, we’re seeking a confident, innovative professional to develop your skills on exciting and meaningful projects supporting the design and delivery of complex infrastructure projects.

Join our dynamic and growing team as a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for engineering sustainable assets that our valued customers are proud to own and operate.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on a diverse range of challenging projects, from innovative treatment systems to infrastructure upgrades. You'll also be supported by and collaborate with a supportive, forward-thinking team of 40+ engineers.  

If you're motivated, curious, and eager to grow in a supportive, hands-on environment, this is your next step, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

• Support and learn mechanical design and specification of water and wastewater treatment systems, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure.
• Assist in the development of detailed specifications for survey requirements, equipment, systems and interfaces between disciplines, ensuring they meet client requirements and industry standards
• Producing mechanical designs using project specifications, standard requirements, outline scopes of work, and/or site investigations
• Innovate, challenge, and consider continuous improvement across projects and designs
• Support the addressing of challenges encountered across our teams, bringing your unique experience to assist in defining solutions.
• Liaison with project managers and commercial teams
• Attending site, both during and after projects
• Producing and carrying out technical presentations during client visits and meetings.

We offer a hybrid model of 3 days in the office and 2 days at home, and we also offer some flexible working.

Roles are available in our Bath (Head Office), Newport, Poole or Maidstone offices and will relate to the clients those offices support.

This is based on a 40hr contract Monday to Friday.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large, diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution, which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network, supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset, which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £5m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Requirements

• Relevant engineering qualification such as a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, HNC, and 2 years of experience in a related industry
• Show a willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced, technically demanding environment
• Experience in (preferred):
• Mechanical systems design
• Site general arrangement design, 2D and/or 3D
• Design project coordination and supporting teams
• Chemical dosing
• Water quality monitoring
• Autodesk 3D CAD packages
• Using Microsoft packages
• Specific water industry-based design experience.

Benefits

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success, along with us and throughout their careers.

 Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Extended annual leave with option to purchase an additional 3 days per year.
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £ 000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.

Civil Engineer

Poole

37k-42k plus benefits

Our client has a great opportunity for a motivated civil engineer to join their team in their boutique office in Poole. The candidate will support engineers and technicians to deliver the civil engineering design, whose scope will vary in value from small domestic projects to multi-million pound schemes.

About you:

• At least 2 years' UK experience
• Degree in civil / structural engineering from a UK university
• Desire to continue your career in civil engineering
• Experience using Civils 3D and MicroDrainage
• Excellent communication skills

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to join a firm who will champion and support your career advancement.

If you would like to know more about the role, please send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting.

Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a specialist in large-scale ground-mount solar projects, providing integrated solutions covering design, manufacture, and installation services. We are recruiting a Civil Engineer to join their team based in Dorset.

The Civil Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, offering the opportunity to contribute to current projects and support new product development in a fast-growing industry.

If you're a Civil Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is driving the transition to clean, sustainable power, then submit your CV to apply today.

Reporting to the Sales Director, you will:

• Design and develop structural designs and solar framing projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Drive new product development initiatives, including design certification, while ensuring solutions are cost-effective and practical.
• Plan, conduct, and oversee on-site geotechnical surveys. Providing timely, actionable reports to the Project Manager to confirm suitability.
• Perform on-site axial load testing of driven pile products, interpreting results to select the most appropriate and reliable solutions.
• Provide expert structural calculations for solar projects, supporting the design team with advanced engineering solutions.
• Work closely with the design team to deliver innovative, efficient, and timely solutions across multiple projects.

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree or relevant qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Experienced in PV ground mount systems.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The Civil Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Solution focused, able to support design and multi-functional team members to meet client specifications and project deadlines with urgency.
• Detail orientated, with excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communicator and knowledgeable to support customer technical queries.

• Competitive salary, dependant on experience.
• Private medical insurance.
• Company benefits.
• Career growth with a renewable energy company that puts its people first.

INDREN

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.