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Electrical Systems Specialist Help us to make a world of difference Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world. We are seeking an Electrical Systems Specialist to join our Design Engineering Delivery team at our Capenhurst site. In this role, you will support the delivery of high‑quality engineering solutions across Urenco’s Medium Frequency (MF) Variable Speed Drive (VSD) System portfolio, working with multiple internal customers. You will contribute across the full system lifecycle, including detailed design, supply chain surveillance, design refresh and re‑qualification, design change management, supplier qualification, documentation and training. Acting as a technical specialist, you will support the Senior Electrical System Specialist in design development, design specification and the safety basis of design. The role involves investigating and developing MF Drive System design concepts, supporting feasibility and optioneering studies and applying engineering standards to both existing and new hardware and software designs. You will execute detailed design activities both in‑house and in collaboration with external MF Drive System integrators, identifying best‑available technologies to support robust and compliant design delivery. You will also provide technical input and advice on Medium Frequency Drive Systems, hardware and software design and engineering specifications to stakeholders across the Urenco Group, contributing to consistent, high‑quality system outcomes. At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what we're looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. What you’ll do: • Safety & Compliance: Promote a proactive safety culture, using analysis and learning‑from‑experience to drive continuous improvement and support safe, compliant design., • Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Identify and deliver improvements to MF Drive System performance, efficiency, and design processes, applying technological advances, industry best practice, and operational lessons learned. Ensure plant designs incorporate appropriate safety features., • Design Development & Optioneering: Define and evaluate MF Drive System engineering options, contributing to feasibility studies, optioneering and best‑available‑technology assessments., • Design Refresh & Re‑qualification: Manage design refresh and re‑qualification activities for MF Drive Systems, working closely with the Senior Electrical System Specialist to implement upgrades based on performance, technology, regulatory requirements and customer feedback., • Detailed Design & Integration: Produce detailed designs for Medium Frequency Drive Systems, ensuring effective integration with system requirements, architecture and performance criteria., • Support the delivery of Core Plant Technology (CPT) detailed design packages related to MF Drive System equipment., • Requirements & Verification: Capture, interpret and develop system functional requirements using V‑Model lifecycle processes., • Support hardware and software testing, verification, FAT, SAT, commissioning and handover for new MF Drive Systems., • Technical Collaboration: Act as a technical specialist in Drive Systems, working closely with engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure designs meet project schedules, budgets and customer needs., • Design Change Management: Support design change management, ensuring changes are assessed, documented and implemented effectively with minimal disruption to ongoing work., • Customer Training & Operational Support: Provide training and technical support on the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of MF Drive Systems., • Support existing facilities by analysing and testing legacy MF Drive System hardware and software to capture and document functional requirements., • Post‑Implementation Review: Contribute electrical systems expertise to post‑implementation reviews, feeding back into Design Authority from a safety, licensing, operational and asset management perspective. What do you need to thrive in this role? Education • Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or an equivalent qualification., • Recognised experience within the relevant technical expertise area., • Proven ability to analyse and model complex engineering problems and develop advanced design solutions., • Practical experience in design and engineering roles within an industrial or technical environment., • In‑depth knowledge of variable speed drive system hardware and software design., • Strong technical expertise in analogue electronics and power electronics., • Experience using drive system modelling tools such as MATLAB and Simulink., • Experience with logic device programming, including ASICs and FPGAs., • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, TCP/IP, and Profibus., • Experience working with relevant industry standards, including IEC 60146 and IEC 61800. Travel: The role requires regular travel to Urenco facilities worldwide. What can you expect from us? More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive: • Generous Annual Leave: Starting at 25 days, increasing by one day every two years (up to 30 days), plus 13 additional flexible days. Option to buy or sell up to 5 holiday days., • Family-Friendly Policies: A wide range of policies to support work-life balance and family needs., • Bonus Scheme: A competitive bonus scheme based on company and individual performance., • Pension Scheme: Defined contribution plan with up to 16% employer contribution., • Private Medical & Dental Cover: Single coverage with the option to purchase additional benefits., • Flexible Benefits: Life assurance, income protection, and other options tailored to your lifestyle, with tax and National Insurance savings., • Training & Development: A focus on continuous learning, with personalised training packages to support your career growth, including mandatory health and safety courses. Security vetting Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated. Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know. Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.

£26.92 per hour PAYE /£36.00 per hour Umbrella Tasks • Accompany the production team / Autonomous Production Team (APT)., • Supports in identifying, analysing and solving technical issues not directly manageable by the Operators & First Line Manager (FLM)., • Provides an E2E perspective at the shopfloor level within the production team / APT., • Supports continuous production enablement by efficiently utilising available resources & knowledge, • Contributes to the Operational Excellence targets within her/his area by adhering to the continuous improvement of operational processes., • Support in identifying Non-Conformance on the shopfloor. Skills As the successful candidate you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and competencies: • HNC qualification would be desirable, • Manufacturing engineering experience required, • Experience working to regulatory requirements and constraints., • Project management, • Communication skills, • Autonomy, adaptability, and proactivity, • Ensure Customer Focus, • Ensure Product Safety, • Support Non conformity reduction activity AMRT1_UKTJ ...

Technical Shopfloor Engineer (Aerospace Manufacturing) Location: Broughton, North Wales (Onsite) Contract: Inside IR35 Rate: • £26.92 per hour PAYE, • £36.00 per hour Umbrella, • IR35: Off‑payroll working rules apply, • Shift Pattern: Double Day Shift (20% shift uplift) The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Technical Shopfloor Engineer to join a high‑volume manufacturing environment supporting production operations at shopfloor level. This is an onsite contract role within a complex, regulated engineering setting, offering long‑term stability and the opportunity to contribute directly to operational excellence. The successful candidate will work closely with production teams and autonomous production units, providing hands‑on technical support and problem‑solving expertise. Key Responsibilities • Support production teams and Autonomous Production Teams (APT) on the shopfloor, • Identify, analyse and resolve technical issues beyond operator and first‑line management capability, • Provide an end‑to‑end technical perspective within the manufacturing environment, • Support continuous production enablement through effective use of available resources and knowledge, • Contribute to operational excellence and continuous improvement activities, • Support identification and reduction of non‑conformances on the shopfloor Skills & Experience Required • Proven manufacturing or production engineering experience (experience valued over qualifications), • Experience working within regulated environments and to defined procedures, • Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, • Ability to work autonomously and proactively in a fast‑paced environment, • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, • Understanding of product safety and customer focus principles, • HNC or equivalent qualification desirable but not essential Work Pattern & Benefits • Alternating weekly shifts (Monday–Friday):, • Morning: 06:00 – 13:10, • Afternoon: 13:30 – 20:40, • Paid premium overtime rates over 35 hours (+25% Monday–Friday, +50% Saturday–Sunday) To apply: If you’re an experienced manufacturing or shopfloor engineer looking for a contract in a technically challenging production environment, please apply with your latest CV or get in touch to discuss further by calling Ellie at Carbon60 Fareham by email at

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 2x C&I Commissioning Technicians to join the EPC Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based inChester, Cheshire. The 2x C&I Commissioning Technicians come with a day rate from £450.00 to £475.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: • Carry out Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility., • Perform loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation., • Assist with commissioning of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems across key plant areas including boiler island, turbine generator, flue gas treatment (FGT), and balance of plant., • Ideally have Valmet DCS experience on a power generation project., • Follow and implement commissioning procedures, method statements, and test documentation in line with OEM and EPC requirements., • Support functional testing during cold commissioning, verifying interlocks, alarms, permissives, and cause & effect functionality., • Participate in hot commissioning activities including first fire, steam blows, turbine rolling, and grid synchronisation from a C&I perspective., • Identify and assist in troubleshooting control system faults, signal issues,...

In aerospace manufacturing, there's no pause button. As a Lineside Engineer with our aerospace client, you'll operate where pace meets precision — providing immediate technical support on the line, leading root cause investigations, and ensuring every build meets exacting standards. This is a role for engineers who enjoy being visible, hands-on, and trusted to make sound decisions in a fast-moving, safety-critical environment. They role will support operations on a double day shift Week of mornings – 6:00am – 1:10pm Week of afternoons – 1:30pm – 8:40pm Pay rate advertised includes shift uplift Missions and Objective: -Accompanies the production team / Autonomous Production Team (APT). -Supports in identifying, analyzing and solving technical issues not directly manageable by the Operators & First Line Manager (FLM). -Provides an E2E perspective at the shopfloor level within the production team / APT. -Supports continuous production enablement by efficiently utilizing available resources & knowledge. -Contributes to the Operational Excellence targets within her/his area by adhering to the continuous improvement of operational processes. -Provides, creates and establishes necessary work document(s) to shopfloor technicians to unblock lead time impact and unexpected workload. -Ensures interface management to relevant support fu...

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for a C&I Commissioning Engineer to join the EPC Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based inChester, Cheshire. The C&I Commissioning Engineer comes with a day rate from £500.00 to £525.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Responsibile for all Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility. Review and validate loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation. Coordinate commissioning of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems across key plant areas including boiler island, turbine generator, flue gas treatment (FGT), and balance of plant with the Lead C&I Commissioning Engineer. Develop and execute detailed commissioning procedures, method statements, and test documentation aligned with OEM and EPC requirements. Lead functional testing during cold commissioning, ensuring correct interlocks, alarms, permissives, and cause & effect matrices are fully validated. Hot commissioning activities including first fire, steam blows, turbine rolling, and grid synchronisation from a controls and instrumentation perspective. Troubleshoot control system faults, signal issues, communication errors, and instrumentation performance during live...

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for 2x C&I Commissioning Technicians to join the EPC Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based inChester, Cheshire. The 2x C&I Commissioning Technicians come with a day rate from £450.00 to £475.00 per day outside of IR35. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Carry out Control & Instrumentation (C&I) commissioning activities from late pre-commissioning through cold and hot commissioning phases on a large-scale Energy-from-Waste facility. Perform loop checks, point-to-point testing, instrument calibration, and I/O verification prior to system energisation. Assist with commissioning of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems across key plant areas including boiler island, turbine generator, flue gas treatment (FGT), and balance of plant. Ideally have Valmet DCS experience on a power generation project. Follow and implement commissioning procedures, method statements, and test documentation in line with OEM and EPC requirements. Support functional testing during cold commissioning, verifying interlocks, alarms, permissives, and cause & effect functionality. Participate in hot commissioning activities including first fire, steam blows, turbine rolling, and grid synchronisation from a C&I perspective. Identify and assist in troubleshooting control system faults, signal issues, communication errors, and instrumentation performance during commissioning. Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and process commissioning teams to support safe and coordinated system energisation. Adhere to site safety standards, permit-to-work systems, and commissioning risk assessments during all testing phases. Support performance testing, emissions monitoring validation, and completion of commissioning documentation for handover to operations. Location, day rate and timeframe of the C&I Commissioning Technician positions: Chester, Cheshire £450.00 to £475.00 per day outside IR35 Immediate start date 6 months INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment business 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

Factory Manager role based in Cheshire. Working for a rapidly growing industrial manufacturing company. Client Details Our company is a rapidly growing industrial manufacturing company based in Cheshire Description To support the Board and Senior Management Team in achieving continued annual growth in product delivery by implementing state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and strengthening manufacturing capability with the operations team. This will ensure the delivery of high-quality products that meet customer specifications within the prescribed lead times and consistently fulfil our customers' needs. The role will be responsible for making autonomous operational decisions to meet the company's growing production targets, ensuring that daily and weekly operational objectives are achieved to an exceptional standard. The role reports directly to the Senior Management Team and is accountable for delivering performance against the key operational metrics of People, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. The business currently planning considerable expansion over the next few year and this is a pivotal role in the future development of the business. Profile · Background in engineering, operations, or manufacturing management at supervisory or management level · Formal training or qualifications in Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement or track reocrd here. · Experience in welding and/or fabrication environments and metal working · Proven experience in operations or production within manufacturing · Strong production planning & operational management experience · Self-starter with strong organisation & people management skills · Strong problem-solving capability & ability to influence teams to adopt structured problem-solving approaches · Experience recruiting, training & assessing staff performance · Experience managing HR processes including performance management & disciplinary procedures · Strong people leadership skills with the ability to build & develop high-performing teams · Experience managing shift patterns/shift operations, increasing production output · Ability to identify, develop & retain talent · Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate teams & improve organisational performance against KPIs · Able to mentor & support staff · Professional, approachable, & able to maintain a strategic "big picture" perspective Job Offer £60,000 to £70,000 plus benefits

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