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Product Development Engineer - Chemical Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. This role provides a unique opportunity to work with the design of defence products and processes, as well as the chance to witness and conduct product trials. The role requires broad scope of fundamental engineering techniques with good variation of day-to-day activities and involvement xrnqpay across the whole product lifecycle. Typical duties include (but ar...

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Are you ready to take your career to new heights in a role that promises innovation, challenge, and the chance to make a real impact in the agricultural engineering sector? This is your opportunity to step into the role of an EDS Engineer, where your skills and expertise will shape cutting-edge projects, including the development of electric and hybrid tractors. With a focus on advanced technology, this company offers you the chance to be part of a dynamic team that is transforming agricultural machinery for the UK and European markets. What You Will Do: • Design and develop LV and HV circuits for agricultural tractors and bespoke systems. • Create detailed 2D schematics and harness drawings, supporting 3D CAD routing. • Specify electrical components and integrate existing systems, including ECU’s, switches, sensors, and lighting. • Collaborate with suppliers to manage prototype harness manufacture and oversee routing and build support. • Commission and fault-find electrical systems hands-on to ensure optimal performance. • Ensure designs meet cost, timing, quality requirements, and worldwide standards while maintaining accurate BOMs. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience in electrical design software such as Zuken or CATIA, alongside AutoCAD. • A background in off-highway or agricultural vehicles and expertise in HV and LV electrical architecture. • Knowledge of New Product Introduction processes, engineering sign-off, and DVP. • Strong problem-solving, organisation, and communication skills. • Motivation and willingness to take ownership of the role, contributing to the company’s advanced engineering goals. This role is pivotal to the company’s vision of engineering excellence. As an EDS Engineer, you’ll be instrumental in driving innovation and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, advanced agricultural machinery that meets the needs of a modern world. You’ll join a small, friendly, and forward-thinking team, where your contributions will be valued and your career growth supported. Location: This role is based in Newport, Shropshire, within a modern and purpose-built facility. Interested?: If you’re ready to make your mark as an EDS Engineer and be part of an exciting journey in agricultural engineering, apply today! Don’t miss the chance to join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. 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

BAE - Land Sector UK is seeking a highly skilled Product Development Engineer to join their team in Glascoed. This contract role offers a unique opportunity to work on the design, development, and testing of defence products and processes. You'll be involved in the full product lifecycle, from concept through to disposal, leveraging your chemical engineering expertise within a dynamic and varied work environment. Key Responsibilities: Supporting product design and systems engineering activities for new and legacy products, including using systems engineering tools like Pugh Matrices, FTA, and DFMEA. Designing, defining, and critically evaluating processes, ensuring safety remains the highest priority. Conducting hands-on development with energetic and other materials to support product design and development. Managing and conducting trials safely, from creating Trial Plans and Risk Assessments to executing trials and producing professional reports. Applying effective Engineering Governance throughout the product development lifecycle, supporting design reviews from concept to disposal. Configuring and maintaining Engineering Bills of Materials for products. Supporting the generation of costed proposals for external customers. Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to support project and proposal delivery. Job Requirements: Experience in supporting engineering teams and projects. Strong engineering skills, particularly in identifying issues, conducting technical analysis, and presenting solutions. Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent qualification or experience within chemical engineering or chemistry equivalent disciplines. Desirably, current valid UK Security Clearance to SC level or higher. Experience in product and process design, and knowledge of manufacturing in a high hazard environment. Understanding of Systems Engineering and Engineering design. Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Safety: The role holder is responsible for ensuring high standards for safety, health, and environment (SHE) are maintained. This includes following all reasonable instructions, reporting work-related hazards or incidents, and using all equipment for the purpose intended

Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer Location: Isle of Wight – Cowes – Onsite Salary: Up to £87,200 DOE + bonus scheme Come and put yourself into a dynamic Principal Systems Engineering role at the forefront of real world demands in the defence industry. Alongside ensuring operational excellence for our existing products, there will be the opportunity to develop next generation radar products to counter emerging threats and contribute to our strategy for new technology. Your new day-to-day will be exciting and diverse by applying the principles of Systems Engineering across the entire engineering development lifecycle as you join in developing radar systems used by those who serve and protect us. Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: You will develop innovative solutions to complex and emerging technical challenges within advanced radar systems, applying broad systems engineering expertise to guide design, resolve issues and ensure technical rigour. Your role includes performing detailed system analysis, managing design trade‑offs and leading the decomposition and governance of requirements using approved toolsets such as IBM DOORS Next. Acting as a central technical authority, you will drive system‑level decision‑making, lead analytical activities and mentor team members while collaborating with multidisciplinary specialists to shape integrated design solutions. You will also direct system integration, oversee test planning and execution, and define acceptance strategies that clearly demonstrate system performance across diverse operational scenarios to stakeholders. Core duties: Developing novel solutions to evolving technical challenges and emerging issues for complex Radar Systems that our customers and end-user communities are facing Applying a breadth of knowledge, skills and experience of Systems Engineering principles, techniques and governance to steer and develop technical solutions and resolve engineering issues Conducting system design analysis to manage trade-offs of system parameters to characterise and specify robust product design Leading the decomposition of requirements to system and sub-system level and manage these in an approved toolset such as IBM DOORS Next Be a technical focus point with a holistic understanding of the system solution, leading analysis activities and system design decisions and providing guidance to own team Collaborating with specialists across different engineering disciplines including electronics, electrical, mechanical, software and radar subject matter experts to direct and realise overarching system design solutions Directing and undertaking system integration, test planning and execution Defining and articulating system acceptance strategies and acceptance evidence demonstrating system performance across a wide range of operational scenarios to internal and external stakeholders Essential skills: Experience of systems design, integration & test An understanding of Systems and Product lifecycles from concept through to delivery An understanding of a range of Engineering disciplines (Software, Mechanical, Electrical) An understanding of Radar Systems is desirable, although not essential if other complementary skills demonstrate a capacity to understand new technologies quickly and effectively Good inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate to all levels within the organisation and externally Experience of presenting both technical and non-technical information in a formal setting Degree (or equivalent) qualified in an engineering or science discipline The Radar Systems Engineering team: You will be working as a Principal Systems Engineer within our close-knit multi-function radar team of inter-disciplinary engineers, evolving our radar portfolio of existing and brand-new radar products to address emerging and future threats. Join us and help shape the future of Radar technology! Our workplace in Cowes is an easily accessible commute from Southampton with a regular foot passenger ferry and BAE shuttle service from the ferry terminal to site. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 26th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-JP1 #LI-Hybrid

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer South Wales Up to £60,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with a global engineering and manufacturing business to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer into an established R&D team. This is a varied role with plenty of autonomy, focused on the design and development of mechanical and mechanically actuated systems used in specialist equipment. As Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll work on both new and existing products - solving engineering problems, improving designs, and contributing to real-world projects that go into production. You'll be joining a stable, well-invested site in a business with a long history of success, a strong order book and a AAA customer base. You'll be part of a small, experienced team where ideas are welcomed, support and development's available alongside trust and autonomy to deliver. This is what you'll be doing as Senior Mechanical Design Engineer: Designing and developing mechanical components, assemblies and sub-systems using 3D CAD Creating accurate drawings, specifications and supporting documentation for manufacture Translating customer and project requirements into practical, cost-effective design solutions Leading design reviews and providing technical input across new and existing products Supporting prototype builds, testing, validation and problem solving during development Improving existing designs to address quality, performance, manufacturability or cost Working closely with development, manufacturing, quality, suppliers and wider engineering teams Reviewing design work and supporting less experienced engineers where needed Managing your own technical workload, priorities and project deadlinesThe experience you'll bring to the team: Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline Strong mechanical design experience within a manufacturing or product development environment Experience designing metal components, mechanical assemblies or mechanically actuated systems Good 3D CAD skills and the ability to produce high-quality technical drawings Understanding of design for manufacture, tolerances, materials and practical engineering constraints Exposure to hydraulics, actuation, braking, vehicle systems or safety-critical mechanical products would be highly relevant Experience with DFMEA, design reviews, validation, testing or engineering change would be beneficial Confidence taking ownership of design work and making sound technical decisions Clear communication skills and the ability to work with engineering, production and customer-facing teamsAnd this is what you'll get in return: Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience Annual bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays 6% employer pension contribution Life assurance Early Friday finish and flexible start/finish times Free on-site parking A stable, well-invested engineering environment with strong product heritage The chance to work on real products, real technical challenges and designs that go into productionIf you're a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking for more ownership, more technical variety and the chance to work in a stable engineering team, apply now

Process Engineer - Chemical A challenging opportunity has arisen at Glascoed for a Process Engineer working within a multi-disciplined team involved in the design, manufacture and support of new products. The role is responsible for the development of manufacturing processes from concept through to commissioning and qualification. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a proven capability in developing manufacturing processes including system integration. The successful applicant will be the first point of contact for process queries within the team. Typical duties include (but are not limited to): • Develop new manufacturing processes, in line with Engineering Plans and Budgets. Technical solutions and processes must be robust, timely, cost-effective and meet Customer expectations. -Ensure that manufacturing processes comply with industry standard controls that ensure long term process stability, including: Lean Principles, Process Control Plans, PFMEAs plus awareness of Programmable Logic Controls and Visual Management Systems on automated process lines. -Specify and qualify new equipment, often working with suppliers to meet tight deadlines. Ensure all process equipment meets regulatory and safety standards. -To coordinate development activities to establish supporting data that ensures the manufacturing processes are based on a sound understanding of the materials which are being processed and the technology adopted for the plant and equipment. -To coordinate and manage a project data file capturing process and design information to include, trials data, process definition (including drawings and specifications), certification and safety data. This data is to be controlled through the company’s Product Lifecycle Management system. -Work with other engineering personnel and other functions to develop a network of capable suppliers to satisfy the business needs. • Lead and support project activities, to include process reviews, capability studies, and Safe System of Work. -Present to line management and other stakeholders (verbal and written) on topics relating to process status within development or production, e.g. KPIs. -To keep informed of general manufacturing technologies and assist in the development of future technology plans to support the Company objectives. Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications • Minimum HNC / HND Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Chemical, or equivalent • A good understanding of project/risk management and the ability to use associated tools and techniques. • Awareness of automated controls on process lines

Process Manufacturing Engineer South Wales - commutable from Cardiff, Newport, Merthyr, Abergavenny, Pontyclun, Caldicot areas £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with a long-established global engineering manufacturer to recruit a Process Manufacturing Engineer into a critical manufacturing support role at their South Wales site. This position sits at the heart of operations, focused on how products are made, improved and sustained safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. The business designs and manufactures technically complex products for demanding applications and continues to invest in its UK manufacturing capability. This is a hands-on Process Manufacturing Engineer role with genuine influence across machining and assembly operations, offering the opportunity to shape processes rather than simply maintain them. You'll work closely with production, quality, engineering and supply chain teams, acting as the link between intent and execution on the shop floor. If you enjoy improving how things are done, leading change and seeing the impact of your work in day-to-day production, this role will suit you well. This is what you'll be doing As Process Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be responsible for defining, improving and controlling manufacturing processes to ensure safe, repeatable and cost-effective production. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining manufacturing processes, SOPs and work instructions Reviewing and improving existing process control documentation, including SPCs Analysing production routes, cycle times and costs to support operational decisions Designing and introducing tooling, jigs, fixtures and production equipment Leading process improvements to reduce waste, improve quality, safety and throughput Supporting new product and process introductions, including capability and viability studies Managing and leading changes to production processes using structured project methods Working cross-functionally to support equipment installation, set-up and running Applying lean manufacturing principles and supporting continuous improvement activity Carrying out risk assessments and supporting EHS compliance across operations Managing external suppliers and subcontractors where requiredThe experience you'll bring to the team Demonstrable experience in a manufacturing production or process engineering role Strong educational foundation in engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience Proven background in production or process engineering within manufacturing Experience across machining and assembly environments Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques Confidence analysing process data and translating it into practical improvements Ability to communicate clearly with shop-floor teams and technical stakeholders Structured, methodical approach to problem solving with attention to detailAnd this is what you'll get in return Competitive salary depending on experience Pension and generous holiday entitlement A technically varied Process Manufacturing Engineer role with real operational influence Exposure to complex manufacturing processes in a stable, global business Ongoing development and training aligned to long-term career progressionAre you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities

Contract Development Engineer - Inside IR35 - 12 Month Contract + Ext South Wales - On-site - Rate dependent on experience Yolk Recruitment is supporting a global engineering business with an established customer base of major blue-chip manufacturers, and a track record of offering long-term contract opportunities in a professional, stable and positive working environment. This is a 12 month contract with a further 12 months very realistic, on site, supporting a live long-term programme, with further work behind it. You'll be working to validate and verify mechanical components and assemblies, with a mix of theoretical analysis and hands on strip down of components, determining and coordinating test activities, reviewing results, investigating failures and feeding finds back into the wider engineering team. You'll need a mechanical engineering or related degree with strong theoretical knowledge, will be able to read engineering drawings including GD&T and will be used to creating detailed engineering reports. This is what you'll be doing Support the development and validation of mechanical components and assemblies Interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T, and assess fit, function and tolerance stack-up Define test requirements and work with the test team to make sure validation activity is carried out correctly Review test data and engineering reports to assess whether components are performing as intended Investigate failures, wear and deterioration in tested parts and assemblies Strip down components and identify likely failure points before further specialist analysis where needed Feed findings back into engineering decisions around dimensions, materials and product performance Produce clear technical reports to support internal engineering activity and, where required, customer reporting Work closely with design, test and materials teams throughout the development cycleAnd this is what you'll need Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline Previous experience in a development, validation, test or product-focused mechanical engineering role Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Good understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-up Comfortable working with physical components, not just drawings and data Experience investigating engineering problems and understanding why a part has failed or underperformed Strong mechanical fundamentals, including material considerations, forces and component behaviourAre you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Development Engineer role apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Cowes, Broad Oak – Onsite only Salary: Up to £66,300 (dependent on skills and experience) Part time & accruing hours available’ Please let us know if you would like to discuss these options. Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: An experienced Professional Engineer applying Systems Engineering principles to radar system development across the full lifecycle, from requirements definition and design through integration, acceptance, support, and disposal. The role involves analysing performance data from modelled and real-world systems to develop system and sub-system solutions meeting functional and performance objectives. It provides technical leadership in evolving existing radar products and developing new capabilities. The role resolves complex engineering challenges at system and sub-system level, with engagement at the system‑of‑systems level. Core Duties: Develop novel solutions to evolving technical challenges and emerging issues for complex Radar Systems that our customers and end-user communities are facing Conduct system design analysis to manage trade-offs of principle system parameters in order to characterise and specify robust product design Apply and champion the Systems Engineering principles of ISO 15288 to the design and build of complex Radar systems through the entire engineering lifecycle from requirement definition to system integration and customer acceptance into system support and disposal Demonstrate the decomposition of requirements to system and sub-system level and manage these in an approved toolset such as IBM DOORS Next, and create and/or facilitate production of associated design requirement specifications Direct and undertake system design decomposition and architectural modelling to subsystem level, including associated external and internal interface definition & manage architectural models in an approved toolset such as CATIA Magic (Cameo) or Enterprise Architect Essential Skills: You’ll hold higher education qualifications (or equivalent experience) in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) discipline You’ll have achieved, or be in the process of achieving, Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent capability), working towards relevant professional accreditation, or possess significant relevant experience You’ll have strong knowledge and experience of Systems Engineering principles, applying systems thinking and holistic approaches to complex design and development challenges You’ll be well versed in relevant Systems Engineering standards (e.g. ISO 15288, ISO 24641) You’ll have experience of requirements management (e.g. IBM DOORS Next) and configuration management Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Future Radar Team: Join us in shaping the Future of Radar Technology. Building on our heritage of cutting‑edge, world‑leading radar products, we are rapidly evolving our portfolio to enhance existing capabilities while pioneering brand new systems designed to counter emerging and future threats across the battlespace. Through close collaboration with our customers and sustained investment in exceptional talent, we are committed to remaining at the forefront of defence innovation and defining the next generation of radar solutions for Future Air Dominance Our workplace in Cowes is an easily accessible commute from Southampton with a regular foot passenger ferry and BAE shuttle service from the ferry terminal to site. As the world has evolved, so has the way we work. Our working approach will enable you to have flexibility with your working hours, depending on your role and location. This could include accruing hours as well as flexibility around start and finish times, ensuring you can balance life at work, on site and life at home. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date 10th June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-TP1 #LI-Onsite

On behalf of our client, a rapidly growing commercial vehicle conversion business, we are currently recruiting a Supplier Quality Technician to join their quality team at their R&D production facility in Pontypool. This role is responsible for supporting supplier quality performance, driving continuous improvement activities across the supply chain, and ensuring all incoming components meet the required quality standards and specifications. Key Responsibilities Support the wider quality team in driving supplier quality and continuous improvement initiatives. Inspect and assess incoming components from the external supply chain to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications. Support the delivery of fully conforming, process capable, and efficient supplied products without impacting delivery performance or final product quality. Produce visual quality alerts and supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) to support production quality improvements. Gather and analyse quality data to identify trends and drive improvement activities. Promote a quality-focused culture throughout the supply chain and production environment. Investigate supplier and component quality issues, identify root causes, and support corrective action implementation. Work closely with production teams to reduce waste and improve Right First-Time performance. Support suppliers and internal stakeholders with quality-related concerns and resolutions. Participate in regular quality meetings and support MRB activities for internal and supplier-related rejects. Deputise for the Supplier Development Engineer when required. Support continuous improvement activities across manufacturing and supply chain operations. Ensure compliance with company Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies at all times. Undertake additional duties as reasonably required by management. Skills & Experience Good understanding of quality conformance requirements and continuous improvement principles. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supplier quality management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Understanding of customer expectations and the impact of poor quality on business performance. Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines. Strong PC and data handling skills. Positive, proactive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset. Ability to influence and support teams in driving quality improvements. Willingness to travel to supplier and production locations within the UK and overseas as required. Qualifications & Experience Required HNC / BTEC in Engineering or a related discipline is advantageous. Professional accreditation with an industry-related body would be beneficial. Previous experience within a quality, supplier quality, or manufacturing environment. Understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action processes. Experience working within automotive, manufacturing, or engineering sectors would be advantageous. Full UK driving licence and valid passport required for supplier visits and travel. Package Competitive salary & bonus scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays. Increased pension contributions. Life assurance. On-site parking. Career development and progression opportunities within a growing business

Test & Validation Engineer South Wales £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits Yolk Recruitment is exclusively partnered with an established and growing engineering business, part of a global group investing heavily in its UK design and development operations, to recruit a Test & Validation Engineer to join a collaborative, forward-thinking and growing Design & Development function. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer to play a key role in testing, validating, and improving mechanical systems used in demanding, high-performance applications. You'll work at the intersection of design, analysis and production - helping to turn innovative concepts into reliable, proven products. This is what you'll be doing Planning and carrying out development and validation testing on new and existing products Gathering, analysing and interpreting performance data to support engineering decisions Producing clear technical documentation and detailed test reports for internal and external use Supporting New Product Development (NPD) activity from concept through to production release Contributing to DFMEA, DFM and DFA reviews and helping to resolve technical challenges Working collaboratively with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to improve performance and reliability Occasionally visiting group or customer sites to support testing and development programmesThe experience you'll bring to the team HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience) Experience within a product development, validation, or test environment Confidence interpreting drawings, schematics and technical documentation Ability to analyse data, perform engineering calculations, and communicate findings clearly Practical mindset, comfortable in both lab and workshop environments Self-motivated, methodical, and comfortable working as part of a cross-functional teamAnd this is what you'll get in return Salary in the region of £45,000 - £50,000, depending on experience Excellent benefits package including pension, holidays and wider perks. Real technical variety, working on products from concept to production in a role mixing theory with hands on engineering Long-term development and progression within a global engineering groupAre you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities

Graduate Process Engineer Kickstart your engineering career in a hands-on manufacturing assembly environment as a Graduate Process Engineer. This is a structured development opportunity for an Engineering degree (or closely related Engineering discipline) graduate to build a career in Process Engineering and Continuous Improvement. You'll be working closely with engineering teams and an experienced Process Engineer, gaining structured mentoring and technical development with a clear progression pathway into a process-focused engineering role. Yolk Recruitment are supporting this recruitment campaign, working with a leading manufacturing business to find an ambitious engineer ready to grow within process and production engineering. If you're passionate about problem-solving, continuous improvement, and learning how products are manufactured, this role offers structured development, real responsibility, and exposure to end-to-end assembly processes. Key responsibilities: Support the development and optimisation of manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production Assist in planning, designing, and improving production workflows, routes, and cycle times Conduct capability and feasibility studies for new processes, equipment, and product introductions Maintain and update process documentation in line with quality, engineering, and customer standards Review and improve process control documentation to ensure ongoing compliance and best practice Support cost monitoring and production data analysis to inform operational decision-making Contribute to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives across the site Support value engineering and cost reduction projects to improve efficiency and performance Assist in the design and development of tooling, jigs, fixtures, and production equipment Liaise with suppliers and vendors on tooling, gauging, and equipment development Participate in risk assessments and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards Support project management activities relating to process changes and improvementsThis is what you'll need: Mechanical engineering degree or similar Strong interest in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, and lean principles Problem-solving mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvementAnd this is what you'll get: Competitive salary Early finish on Friday's Xmas shut down Structured career path and progression

Job title: Radar Mechanical Design Lead Location: Isle of Wight – Cowes – minimum 2 days onsite a week Salary: Up to £85,700 (dependent on skills and experience) Part time & accruing hours available’ Please let us know if you would like to discuss these options. Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: This is a senior mechanical engineering role focused on leading the design and development of complex mechanical systems for a cutting-edge technology demonstrator. The successful candidate will act as the mechanical design authority, ensuring robust, compliant solutions throughout the full engineering lifecycle. With strong expertise in structural design, thermal systems, or other key mechanical domains, they will guide both project-specific activities and support the broader engineering community with technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Core duties: Carry out detailed mechanical design and analysis activities to support the development of a complex new product Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure mechanical solutions align with overall system requirements Act as the Mechanical Design Authority, providing expert-level input across the full product lifecycle Apply subject matter expertise in key mechanical areas such as thermal management, structural integrity, or material selection Ensure design compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal processes Support design reviews, technical assessments, and the implementation of design changes as needed Essential skills: You’ll have demonstrable subject matter expertise in at least one area of Mechanical Engineering (e.g. thermal systems, structures, CFD, FEA, or propulsion), with the ability to provide authoritative technical input You’ll have proven experience in complex mechanical design, including the design, build, integration, and testing of advanced mechanical systems or products You’ll have the ability to collate, interpret, and translate requirements into effective mechanical design solutions throughout the engineering lifecycle You’ll have familiarity with modelling and simulation tools used for mechanical analysis, such as those assessing structural behaviour under static and dynamic loads You’ll be comfortable working within engineering governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, processes, and best practices You’ll ideally hold Chartered Engineer status or have equivalent experience and qualifications in a mechanical engineering discipline Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The NGRD Mechanical team: At BAE Systems, we are transforming radar technology by delivering world‑class products and next‑generation capabilities that keep the UK at the forefront of defence innovation. As a growing, forward‑looking business, we invest in talented people who are driven to push boundaries, make a tangible impact and turn advanced ideas into leading solutions. Our clear mission is to provide customers with the most capable radar systems while strengthening the UK’s sovereign radar capability through close, collaborative partnerships. Based in Cowes, with easy access from Southampton, we offer a supportive, growth‑focused environment where careers are built, innovation thrives, and your future can truly take shape. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-Hybrid #LI-TP1

Technical Sales Manager (Infrastructure / Civil / Steel / Concrete) Up to £60,000 + 20% KPI Bonus + Profit Bonus OTE £74,000 + Company Car + Private Healthcare + Life Insurance + Private Pension Office based with some travel, commutable from Newport, Cwmbran, Cardiff, Merthyr Tydfil, Caerphilly, Pontypool and surrounding areas Are you ambitious looking and looking for a pivotal sales role where you will offer bespoke tailor made solutions once given full product training, alongside the scope to progress your career and grow a small specialist internal sales team all whilst directly impacting your earnings through a clear commission scheme? This role will suit a motivated solution focussed Sales Manager looking to join a close knit niche expert, that will offer you further training, career progression and strong ability to increase your earnings within a culture that thrives off each other. This company are about to go through an exciting phase of growth, currently at a team of 9 with the goal to grow to 15 in the next few years, this is a great chance to join and play a vital part in that growth. This role will suit an ambitious individual looking for a pivotal sales role where you will offer bespoke tailor made solutions once given full product training, alongside the scope to progress your career and grow a small specialist internal sales team all whilst directly impacting your earnings through a clear commission scheme. The Role: Building strong relationships with key stakeholders such as Council's and Tier 1 Contractors Primiarily office based with occasional field travel, flexible hours, but typically 8.30am - 4.30pm / 3.30pm on Fridays *Full product training The Person: *Looking for a sales based role with progression Reference Number: To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Harry Heal at Rise Technical Recruitment. Keywords: Technical Sales, Sales Manager, Business Development, BDM, Area Sales, Regional Sales, Sales Engineer, Account Manager, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure, Steel, Structural Steel, Concrete, Precast, Reinforced Concrete, Groundworks, Construction, Building Materials, Civils, Solution Selling, B2B Sales, Specification Sales, Key Accounts, Stakeholder Management, Tier 1 Contractors, Local Authority, New Business, Relationship Management, Technical Solutions, Commission Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates