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Hardware Team Lead

As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls, Active Inceptors and other associated safety critical technology Core Duties Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk & opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost & performance trade-offs Essential Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools Proven experience of optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development Proven understanding of product design and work package control Root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, e.g. DOORS Work-package management tools, eg. MSP, JIRA, etc.

Defence & Aerospace

Import and Export Officer roles available

Import and Export Officer roles available Samlesbury Based (Hybrid working) £28.63 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 12 Month Contract This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Samlesbury. Hybrid working. 3 days per week on site. . Import role skills and experience:- Knowledge: Solid knowledge of international trade matters with good experience of applying up to date import techniques Minimum 2 years' experience in an import / export role Must be familiar with the legal requirements regarding importing and exporting of shipments Understanding of the role of freight forwarders Must be familiar with SDP procedures Knowledge of Customs Special Procedures Skills: Excellent organisation skills with a high level of attention to detail Ability to juggle multiple enquiries and prioritise workload Enthusiastic and positive attitude Competent under pressure with the ability to work to tight deadlines IT competent with good Microsoft word and excel skills Experience of operating a Duty Management System Export Officer skills and knowledge required:- Knowledge: Critical Success Factors: Solid knowledge of international trade matters with good experience of applying up to date import techniques Enthusiastic and positive attitude Minimum 2 years' experience in an import / export role Solid applied knowledge of international trade matters with good experience of applying up to date export techniques Previous experience in a export/import or freight forwarder environment would be beneficial Able to work on your own and part of a team to meet demands Skills: Critical Success Factors: Excellent organisation skills with a high level of attention to detail Ability to juggle multiple enquiries and prioritise workload accordingly Competent under pressure with the ability to work to tight deadlines Desired Skills and Experience Experience within supply chain or international trade environment Must have keen attention to detail and be able to work in a fast paced, highly pressurised team IT competent with good Microsoft word and excel skills For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.

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Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians needed for work at Sellafield! I am currently recruiting on behalf of a major nuclear engineering solutions company for a number of Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians to work on-site at Sellafield. Any background as an electrical technician can be considered, however ideal candidates will have previous experience with repair, maintenance, calibration and test of nuclear equipment/instruments. Applications are also welcomed from those who hold an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering, regardless of industry experience. You must be willing to work at Sellafield 5 days per week for this position. Benefits include a company share scheme, pension, holiday buy/sell scheme as well as 2x overtime pay on weekends. If you are interested in finding out more information on this position, please apply today! ***Please note successful candidates for this role will be subject to gaining SC clearance - you must be eligible to gaina and hold SC clearance to be considered for this position***

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Design Engineer

A company that specialise in special purpose simulation machinery is seeking to recruit 2x Mechanical Design Engineers to work on a contract based in Manchester (hybrid) that is initially scheduled for 6 months (outside IR35). The Role This contract will involve using CREO to perform mechanical design work related to sheet metal, fabricated structures and also actuator related components. Experience Ideal candidates will be fluent in CREO with a good all round high precision mechanical design background. Any experience of sheet metal and / or actuator or hydraulic related design would also be of benefit. Apply For more information on this contract please email your CV

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Design Engineer

A company that specialise in special purpose simulation machinery is seeking to recruit 2x Mechanical Design Engineers to work on a contract based in Oxfordshire (hybrid) that is initially scheduled for 6 months (outside IR35). The Role This contract will involve using CREO to perform mechanical design work related to sheet metal, fabricated structures and also actuator related components. Experience Ideal candidates will be fluent in CREO with a good all round high precision mechanical design background. Any experience of sheet metal and / or actuator or hydraulic related design would also be of benefit. Apply For more information on this contract please email your CV to

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Outfit Design Engineer

Detail Designer £43-44 per hour Glasgow 8 month initial contract Are you an experienced Outfit Detail Design Engineer? Have you got experience in detailed design fit out for the Marine industry? If so, please read on... Essential skillset: Minimum of 4 years detail design experience Experienced in the shipbuilding/marine industry 2D detailed design layouts for the marine industry Reviewing 3D models and liaising with other disciplinary teams to manage technical queries Carry out on site design reviews to assist and support production teams Desirable skillset: Structural and HVAC knowledge Production environment experience If this sounds like a good fit for you, please get in touch with Kate Blackwell at JAM Recruitment as soon as possible.

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Electrical & Instrumentation Design Engineer

Are you an Electrical & Instrumentation Design Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity. If so, please read on... Electrical & Instrumentation Design Engineer Remote working £45- £48 per hour Outside IR35 3 month initial Essential Skillset: 10+ years experience as an Electrical Design Engineer Proficiency with AutoCAD design software Holds a valid COMPEX EX 12 certification with proven working experience Experience working within Utilities, Defence or Chemical industries This candidate should hold their own laptop suitable for work to be completed to industry and business standard Desirable Skillset: Working knowledge of Functional Safety TUV certified

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Electrical Site Supervisor

Site Supervisor Sunderland Outside IR35 - £300-340 per day 5 month initial contract Are you a Site Supervisor with an Electrical Engineering background? Do you have experience working on first fix cable containment projects? If so, please read on… Essential skillset required: At least 5-10 years experience as a Site Supervisor working within heavy industry such as petrochemical, power, energy, renewables and oil and gas. SSSTS qualification as a minimum (SMSTS preferred) CSCS card Experienced in coordinating construction sites Experienced in running toolbox talks and HSE inspections/assessments If this sounds like a good fit for you, please get in touch with Kate Blackwell at JAM Recruitment as soon as possible. Interviews to take place week commencing 13th October 2025.

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Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer £45 per hour outside IR35 6 month initial Aberdeen - 1 day per day Are you a Senior Electrical Design Engineer who has experience in Instrumentation design? Do you have a background in the Oil & Gas industry? If so, please read on... Essential skillset: - Electrical and Instrumentation Design within hazardous environments (ATEX, COMPEX, NORSOK) - Understanding of PLC (Siemens S7 and Allen Bradley) - Experience working within the Offshore Energy or Oil & Gas industry - Experience with junction boxes, instruments, isolating equipment, electric motors and control panels - Generate E&I documentation such as utilities/cable Schedules, I/O Schedules, Bill of materials, Hazardous Area Schedules, Test Procedures, Lighting Calcs etc If this sounds like a good fit for you please get in touch with Kate Blackwell at JAM Recruitment ASAP. This is an immediate start position with interviews taking place week commencing 13th October.

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Automation Engineer

Project Engineer - Automation Middlesbrough - hybrid £45 per hour - outside IR35 6 month initial contract December start date Are you a Senior Project Engineer who has got experience in working on substation SCADA projects? Do you have experience in working within the power transmission and distribution sector? If so, please read on... Essential skillset required: At least 8+ years experience in delivering SCADA and Automation projects Experience within the low voltage/high voltage electricity transmission and distribution industry Experienced in delivering automation projects from design through to commissioning. Knowledge of communication systems and SCADA protocols such as Modbus, IEC 61850 and DNP. Experienced in FAT and SAT Preparation of project documentation such as FAT, SAT, operations manuals and design specifications Desirable: Experience in configuration of Zenon HMI software Experience and knowledge of Smart Grid applications Knowledge of subatation protection schemes, relays and their operation.

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EC&I Engineer

EC&I Engineer Stockport - hybrid 1-2 days per week on site £50 - 55 per hour 6 month initial contract Outside IR35 Are you an EC&I Engineer who has 10-15 years experience designing control systems such as BMS/SCADA/DCS systems? If so, please read on... Essential skillset required: Demonstrable experience of the full engineering lifecycle. Proven experience in attending FATs (Factory acceptance tests) Systems calculations, modelling and analysis Instrumentation and control system theory including PID control, Electrical circuits design, EMC precautions and power supply characteristics SCADA and BMS system design, eg HVAC, Fire Systems, Pumps, Ventilation Desirable: Experience in the railway or telecomms industry would be a desirable

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Project Planner

Project Planner Port Glasgow (3 days a week in the office) Outside of IR35 Are you a Project Planner that has worked within heavy industrial engineering environments (such as Marine, Subsea, Shipbuilding and Oil and Gas) experience? If so please take a look at the below opportunity: Essential Experience: 5+ years in planning (construction, manufacturing, or marine sectors) Strong skills in Primavera P6 and MS Project Experience with Project Master Schedules, Schedule Risk Analysis, and maintaining Risk Registers Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement Desirable: Higher National qualification or above Shipbuilding or heavy engineering experience Familiarity with onshore yard and onboard vessel environments If this sounds like a good fit for you please get in touch with Kate Blackwell at JAM Recruitment ASAP

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Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer £45 per hour - Outside IR35 Glasgow (hybrid - 3 days per week on site) 6 month initial contract November start Are you an Electrical Design Engineer who has vast experience in infrastructure design within heavy industry? Are you available to start your next contract within the next month? If so, please read on... Essential Skillset: Knowledge of statutory compliance Experience with AutoCAD Electrical - 10+ years Knowledge of control systems Experience of electrical infrastructure design ( HVAC, Fire and Gas systems, Lighting, safety shutdown systems and power distribution) Desirable skillset: Experience within Marine or Oil & Gas industries Working within a ATEX environment

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Technical Author (EC&I Biased)

Technical Author (EC&I Biased) Outside of IR35 £48 an hour Reading (Hybrid/Remote working available) Are you a Technical Author who has at least 10+ years experience designing within an building services industry? If so, please read on... Essential Skillset: 5+ years of Technical Author experience Ability to create and write SAT documentation Strong background within EC&I or Electrical Engineering Experience working in the Nuclear industry If this sounds like a good fit for you please get in touch with Daisy Black at JAM recruitment ASAP.

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E, C & I Engineers

An advanced manufacturing business based in Manchester is looking for several experienced Electrical Engineers at Senior and Principal level to join them in supporting ongoing Submarines Programmes. You will engage in functional design, offer specialized advice, generate evidence to support legislative, safety, and technical requirements, collaborate with internal and external customers within a technical team, have the chance to conduct peer reviews, and effectively articulate and present technical arguments in a clear, logical, and concise manner. As a Senior Engineer: Coordinating and executing engineering tasks or packages of work, providing guidance and advice in a consistent professional manner. Taking notice of appropriate budget, timescale and quality standards as well as providing leadership where required. As a Principal Engineer: Executing, evaluating, delivering and managing complex engineering and/or cross functional tasks or programmes of work recognising stakeholder and customer requirements. Identifying as well as implementing opportunities for personal/team development to ensure that professional capability of the business and individual are maintained as well as improved. Your skills and experiences: A relevant Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) Degree or equivalent qualification, along with experience in an Engineering background, is required, and proficiency in PLC and SCADA programming, C&I system verification test design, or parts specification would be advantageous. As a Senior Engineer: Demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle and technical specialities. Working towards relevant Professional Registration. As a Principal Engineer: Significant demonstrable experience of engineering lifecycle phases and technical specialities. Having obtained or capable of obtaining relevant Professional Registration (CEng). This is a hybrid position where you will be required to travel to site twice fortnightly. If you are interested in these positions, then please reply to this email with an up-to-date CV or call direct on 0161 905 7916. If these roles aren't of interest to you, but you know of someone who could be - JAM operates a referral scheme. You can earn yourself £200 in vouchers for the successful placement of a candidate you give us.

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Senior C&I Engineer

Do you want to join a leading nuclear engineering firm who specialise in developing Control & Instrumentation solutions for critical infrastructure projects? They're currently seeking an experienced Senior C&I Engineer to join their team and deliver solutions to long standing clients across the UK's nuclear sector. Your responsibilities will include: * Assessing technical alternatives to determine optimal solutions * Crafting C&I design philosophy documents and Basis of Design Documents * Generating comprehensive design documentation, encompassing system architecture and safety assessments * Ensuring the specification and integrity of C&I equipment designs * Addressing concerns related to obsolescence and equipment lifecycle * Serving as the primary liaison for clients and representing the company in meetings Requirements: * Minimum 5 years of experience in a C&I Engineer role * Degree or equivalent qualifications * Extensive experience in regulated industries, preferably nuclear * Proficiency in relevant standards and regulations This role is paying up to £65,000 with a generous package to match, including an 8% matched pension, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), company bonus and extremely flexible hybrid working options. If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV or call Ross Baron direct on 0161 905 7916.

Defence & Aerospace

PCB Design Engineer

PCB Design Engineer Mainly remote with ad hoc visits to Portsmouth £69.65 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 6 Month Contract This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Portsmouth but mainly remote. Site visits as and when required. The Printed Circuit Board Designer will:- * Be part of a small team generating approximately 30 PCB designs per year. * Have detailed knowledge and experience of tools and techniques required to generate large, complex, multi-substrate PCB designs. * Undertake PCB design activities from initial concepts through to generation of manufacturing data packs. * Help maintain toolsets and supporting libraries/databases. Core Duties Typical duties include (but are not limited to): (suggested 5-10 bullets/statements, indicative of the role at this level) * Apply knowledge, technical skills and general engineering experience to generate PCB designs. * Interpretation, generation, and management of schematic diagrams. * Collaborate closely with the mechanical and electronic design teams. * Collaborate closely with the manufacturing team ensuring Design for Manufacture and Design for Test considerations are embodied. * Generation of manufacturing data packs * Support Design and Peer Reviews * Undertake component library management. * Modifications and maintenance of legacy designs. Knowledge: * Proficient experience of Cadence Allegro toolset (essential) * PCB design techniques for large, complex, multi-layer, multi-substrate, PCBs. * Designing for controlled impedance, high speed digital, RF, mixed signal, high current, and large FPGA technologies. * Experience of blind, buried, and filled via techniques. * Experience of flexible PCB and interconnecting assemblies. Skills: * Ability to work with complex mechanical profiles to accommodate enclosure, structural, thermal, and screening requirements. * Ability to work to ISO9001 and IPC-610 standards. * Must understand detailed technical instructions and be able to communicate complex technical information to others. Qualifications: * HND or above in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience. Behaviours For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.

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Principal EC&I Engineer

Principal EC&I Engineer Reading - Hybrid - 3 days a week in office £50-55 per hour Outside of IR35 Are you an EC&I Engineer who has at least 10+ years experience designing within an building services industry? If so, please read on... Essential Requirements: 10-15+ years' experience working as a EC&I Engineer 5+ years working within the Nuclear industry Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or similar Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, AMTECH, Dialux, Relux Experience in the review of supplier documentation for Safety, Security, and Building Management Systems (e.g. alarms, CCTV, access control, ventilation monitoring). Experience supporting commissioning phase through documentation reviews and technical input. This is a role within the Nuclear industry so you will be required to hold BPSS or SC clearance to start this position. The ideal candidate will need to hold a UK passport. The ideal candidate will already hold SC or DV clearance. If this sounds like a good fit for you please get in touch with Daisy Black at JAM recruitment ASAP.

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Senior Controls Engineer

Are you a skilled Controls Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge automation? We're recruiting for a dynamic, growing engineering firm that designs and delivers bespoke automated systems for leading industries worldwide. Join a talented team where your expertise in robotics, PLC programming, and system design will shape innovative solutions from concept to completion. The Role As a Controls Engineer, you'll collaborate with mechanical and electrical design experts to create and commission custom machinery. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll: Design and program PLC software from scratch, develop HMI screens, and integrate robots (e.g., ABB, KUKA, FANUC, Yaskawa). Produce technical documentation (e.g., FDS, manuals, risk assessments) to meet UK and international standards. Commission equipment, ensuring successful FAT and SAT, while providing on-site customer support and training. Drive continuous improvement across projects and processes, working with diverse stakeholders to deliver excellence. What We're Looking For Technical Skills: Proven experience with Siemens (TIA Portal) and Rockwell (RSLogix, WinCC) software, robotics, and automation systems. Familiarity with vision/sensing systems and pneumatics/hydraulics is a plus. Industry Experience: Around 6+ years in controls engineering, ideally within sectors like food, automotive, aerospace, or pharmaceuticals. Qualifications: Degree (or equivalent, e.g., HND/HNC/BTEC) in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or Computer Science. Key Attributes: Strong problem-solving, excellent communication, and time management skills. Ability to perform technical calculations and interpret data under pressure. Travel: Willingness to travel across the UK and occasionally abroad for site support and customer engagements. Mindset: Motivated, collaborative, and committed to professionalism and integrity in all interactions. Why Join? Generous salary with overtime opportunities. Flexible 38-hour week (Mon-Thu 8:00-15:00, Fri 8:00-13:00) and generous holiday allowance. Work on groundbreaking projects using the latest robotics, servo, and PLC technologies. Be part of a supportive team driving innovation in automation. Ready to Apply? If you're an enthusiastic engineer ready to take on bespoke automation challenges, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to explore this exciting opportunity with a leader in the automation sector.

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Senior EC&I Engineer

Do you want to join a leading nuclear engineering firm who specialise in developing Control & Instrumentation solutions for critical infrastructure projects? They're currently seeking an experienced Senior C&I Engineer to join their team and deliver solutions to long standing clients across the UK's nuclear sector. Your responsibilities will include: Assessing technical alternatives to determine optimal solutions Crafting C&I design philosophy documents and Basis of Design Documents Generating comprehensive design documentation, encompassing system architecture and safety assessments Ensuring the specification and integrity of C&I equipment designs Addressing concerns related to obsolescence and equipment lifecycle Serving as the primary liaison for clients and representing the company in meetings Requirements: Minimum 5 years of experience in a C&I Engineer role Degree or equivalent qualifications Extensive experience in regulated industries, preferably nuclear Proficiency in relevant standards and regulations This role is paying up to £70,000 with a generous package to match, including an 8% matched pension, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), company bonus and extremely flexible hybrid working options. If you are interested in this position, please click apply and submit an up-to-date CV or call direct on 0161 905 7916. If this role isn't of interest to you, but you know of someone who could be - JAM operates a referral scheme. You can earn yourself £200 in vouchers for the successful placement of a candidate you give us.