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Mechanical Design Engineer Burnley £40,000 to £46,000 (dependent on experience) Are you looking to accelerate your engineering career with a growing engineering company? This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a machinery manufacturer delivering large projects across the UK and internationally. This is an exciting, innovative role within a business that is entering a significant growth phase. You will be joining a forward-thinking engineering team and working in a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer position, designing machinery using SolidWorks and taking projects from concept through to build. Why join? • Brand-new purpose-built facility with modern offices and cutting-edge equipment, • Exposure to major engineering projects across multiple international locations, • Clear career development pathways from trainee through to lead and management roles, • Ongoing learning and training opportunities including courses and qualifications, • Growing organisation with a strong pipeline of long-term engineering projects Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer: • Research and concept development through to detailed design, • Taking existing designs and adapting them into new machine formats, • Modifying and improving existing equipment and machinery, • Supporting the build and development of prototypes, • Designing fabricated components and assemblies in mild steel, • Working with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components, • Producing detailed drawings and documentation for manufacture Requirements of the Mechanical Design Engineer: • Engineering qualification HNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, • Over 3 years’ experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, • Background within heavy engineering or fabrication environments, • Strong equipment and machinery design experience, • Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, Inventor also considered, • Good understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics, • Awareness of electrical components and interfaces Benefits of the Mechanical Design Engineer: • Bupa Private Healthcare, • Excellent pension scheme with 4% employee and 7% company contribution, • Electric Car Scheme, • Mental Health Support, • First Aid Support & Training, • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a technically challenging role within a growing engineering business, please get in touch: Please contact Adele Lewis or click Apply Now. Call: 0151 209 2050 or 07537 163 611 Email:

The Business With over 60 years experience, our client is a respected industry leading manufacturer who's group businesses produce over a billion products each year. The Role As a key member of the sales team, the Business Development Manager will deliver increased sales activity resulting in the achievement of company targets, and ensuring the company is in line with its year-on-year business growth plans. Key duties include- • Help to develop the business sales and marketing strategy to increase sales of the business., • Research, identify and assess new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services - or new ways of reaching existing markets, • Examine industry trends, customer needs and competitor activities, • Effective networking and prospecting to provide groundwork for identifying new business opportunities, • Negotiate price and terms, overcome objections, build trust and secure sales deals., • Foster and develop new and existing relationships with customers/clients – Cold, Warm & Hot Leads., • Meet with customers/clients face to face or over the phone, • Understand the needs of your customers and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet these., • Manage 1st orders from quotation to delivery before handing over to internal office team., • Gain an excellent understanding of the businesses' products and services and be able to advise potential customers about them., • Attend exhibitions and events where appropriate What they're looking for You will have demonstrable career experience in Sales & Business Development, you could be a current Manager seeking a new career challenge or a more junior BD professional (e.g. co-ordinator or Assistant) seeking career progression. With excellent communication skills both verbal and written, you will be able to showcase a positive, resilient and proactive approach to your sales delivery that leads into positive relationships being built externally with customers and internally with colleagues. With a full & clean UK drivers license, you will be flexible to travel to customers as & when needed. What's on offer You will receive a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 D.O.E with both personal and company bonuses available at 3, 6 & 12 month cycles.

Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do We are seeking a future-facing product and AI innovation leader to join BCG’s Global Learning & Development (L&D) team. This role will oversee a portfolio of digital learning products, drive intelligent automation using AI and agent-based technologies, and lead a globally dispersed team of 6–8 professionals. You will serve as both a functional and strategic leader, shaping the long-term product vision for BCG’s L&D technology ecosystem. You’ll manage the end-to-end product lifecycle, introduce AI-powered workflows, and drive adoption across a complex global organization. You’ll partner across L&D, IT, Talent, Knowledge, and Business stakeholders to continuously improve how BCGers learn, grow, and perform. • Lead the product vision, roadmap, and strategy for BCG’s L&D platforms and tools, ensuring alignment with business goals and learner needs., • Embed AI capabilities (e.g., retrieval-augmented generation, intelligent agents, LLM-based chat or guidance, automated workflows) to transform the learning experience and improve operational efficiency., • Own the full product lifecycle from discovery and design to launch and continuous iteration., • Collaborate with instructional designers, engineers, and AI/ML experts to create intelligent learning experiences that are adaptive, contextual, and measurable., • Experiment with and deploy AI-powered tools and agents to automate content discovery, learner support, and admin operations., • Serve as the functional leader for L&D platform operations—prioritizing usability, integration, performance, and scalability., • Guide vendor evaluations and partnerships for AI, LXP/LMS, coaching, credentialing, and content delivery platforms., • Partner with L&D Comms & Change teams to ensure high-impact stakeholder engagement, global enablement, and user adoption of AI-enhanced learning tools., • Lead and inspire a global team of professionals across time zones, building a culture of innovation, agility, and impact., • Coach and grow product managers and specialists in both classic PM skills and emerging AI capabilities., • Foster strong team collaboration and cross-functional alignment with internal partners. • Driving product vision and execution with a deep understanding of L&D technology and user-centered design., • Integrating AI into enterprise products—you’ve worked with LLMs, intelligent agents, or other automation frameworks., • Managing complex stakeholder environments, balancing short-term needs with long-term strategy., • Leading globally distributed teams effectively, ensuring clarity, empathy, and cohesion across geographies., • Synthesizing user research, analytics, and business input into clear, prioritized roadmaps., • Thriving in ambiguity—you’re comfortable defining structure where there is none. What You'll Bring • Bachelor’s required; Master’s or relevant graduate degree strongly preferred., • 10+ years in product management, digital learning, AI/ML innovation, or related B2B SaaS or consulting environments., • Demonstrated experience launching and scaling AI-infused digital products, especially in learning or employee development contexts., • Deep familiarity with enterprise platforms (LMS/LXP, content management, coaching tools, integrations/APIs)., • Hands-on experience with building or managing intelligent agents, LLM pipelines, or AI-enhanced learning workflows using tools like LangChain, Vector DBs, OpenAI APIs, or similar., • Experience in agile development, rapid prototyping, and user-centered design., • Strong vendor and partner management skills., • Proven track record of leading global teams and managing complex change., • Ability to translate tech and data into business insight and articulate a compelling story to senior leadership. Who You'll Work With BCG’s HR team, L&D colleagues, and global business stakeholders to ensure learning products and experiences continuously evolve to meet the needs of our people and business. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. (Click here )( for more information on E-Verify.

A leading research institution in Blackburn seeks a Research, Development & Innovation Project Leader (KTP Associate) to manage an innovative AI project.Candidates should hold an honours degree in Data Science or AI.Responsibilities include developing an incident reporting system, collaborating with

Other organisations may call this role Senior Development Chemist, R&D Chemist, Research Chemist, Laboratory Team Leader, or Chemical Development Lead. As our Development Chemist Team Leader, you’ll drive the development of new sensor technologies, creating innovative, reliable and high-performing

At the University of Hull, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in the University of Hull workplace. Vera

Nursery Nurse At Zero2Five, our Client is looking to employ a Qualified Nursery Nurse for their quality Nursery based near Burnley. The successful candidate must be passionate, enthusiastic and driven, and will play an essential role in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports children's physical, emotional, and social growth. Key Responsibilities Deliver outstanding learning opportunities and exceptional care Provide a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for children aged 0-5 years, ensuring their individual needs and well-being are met. Support the planning and delivery of a stimulating curriculum, incorporating both child-initiated and adult-led activities. Engage children in a range of age-appropriate activities and experiences that promote their physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. Observe and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records, and sharing feedback with parents and senior staff members. Safeguarding the children, including caring for them and supervising them at all times. Proactively contribute to the planning and preparation of activities, ensuring they meet the needs and interests of individual children. Assist in creating and maintaining a welcoming and organized learning environment, ensuring resources, materials, and equipment are accessible and well-maintained. Stay informed about current best practices, theories, and research in early childhood education, continuously enhancing your knowledge and skills. Essential Criteria Hold a recognized early childhood education qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or 3, CACHE Level 2 or 3, or equivalent) Experience working with young children in an early years setting is desirable, especially working with Baby and Toddler ages. Understanding of health and safety regulations and safeguarding practices in an early years setting. Benefits Very Competitive Salary Work in a supportive and friendly environment Benefit Package that will be discussed at interview Free Parking Future training and career progression Great holiday entitlement If this sounds like the type of vacancy you feel you have been looking for, then apply today! Or email your most up-to-date CV to TPBN1_UKTJ

The Commercial Lead will be responsible for shaping and driving the commercial success of the company, delivering robust commercial management across projects operating under NEC3 | NEC4 and similar contract frameworks. This role ensures commercial governance, cost control, contract compliance, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle. Reporting directly to the Project Delivery Manager, the Commercial Lead will work closely with project and commercial teams to support successful delivery via effective project control leadership, project profitability and sustainable growth. You will also be a key participant in strategic planning and implementation, market analysis, profitability reviews and contract management. The role will also oversee the workload, performance, and development of a Commercial Assistant. Role specific responsibilities: Overall Lead and manage all commercial activities from project handover and budgeting through to final project results and cash collection, ensuring profitability, compliance, and sustained business growth. This includes overseeing contract management, performance monitoring, and strategic market development. Contract & Commercial Management Lead the administration and management of NEC3 | NEC4 and similar contract frameworks, ensuring compliance with contract provisions and project delivery requirements. Prepare, review, and negotiate contract documents, including compensation events, early warnings, quotations, and project manager instructions. Advise project teams on NEC and similar contract mechanisms and ensure best practice in contractual and commercial decision-making. Produce accurate and timely commercial reporting, including forecasts, cashflow, cost-to-complete, and earned value. Maintain an up-to-date contracts database, proactively managing key dates, deliverables, and invoicing timelines. Proactively follow up on any opportunity to maximise revenue out of existing contracts. Liaise with legal counsel to mitigate contractual risks and resolve disputes efficiently. Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Financial & Risk Management Monitor and report project financial performance and identify and assess commercial risks and opportunities early, proposing any mitigation strategies where appropriate. Lead the assessment, preparation, valuation, and negotiation of variations, claims, and compensation events. Support cost planning, budgeting, and cost verification activities including accurate cost estimations for services, setting margins in line with approved levels and project specifics. Ensure strong commercial governance and adherence to company financial controls and audit requirements. Project & Product Group Performance Monitoring and Reporting : Monitor the performance of commercial activities using key metrics, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. Provide analytical insights to support strategic decision-making and financial planning. Deliver reports for senior management as required. Contribute to the development of project budgets and cashflow forecasts. Oversee accurate and timely commercial forecasting on revenue, cost, margin, and cash flow. Monitor and drive cash collection activities, ensuring the timely receipt of customer payments and the efficient settlement of vendor obligations. Process Improvement & Governance Promote continuous improvement in commercial processes, especially around NEC and similar contract framework administration. Ensure commercial policies, procedures, and reporting standards are consistently applied across project teams. Contribute to lessons learned exercises, knowledge sharing, and upskilling initiatives within the commercial function. Team Leadership & Development Oversee, delegate, and prioritise the Commercial Assistants workload to ensure timely and high-quality outputs. Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical support to aid the Assistants learning and professional development. Conduct regular performance reviews, identify strengths and development areas, and support training plans. Review and approve work produced by the Commercial Assistant, including cost reports, contract documentation, and commercial correspondence. Commercial Strategy & Business Development Develop and implement commercial strategies for the Renewables and Infrastructure market aligned with company goals. Identify and pursue new market opportunities to drive business growth. Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic direction. Prepare detailed business plans for expansion, partnerships, and new product/service offerings. Job Specific EducationRequired: Degree in Finance, Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Law, or related discipline (or equivalent experience) is desirable but not essential. WorkExperienceRequired: The employee should have a track record in a relevant commercial role. Solid knowledge of performance reporting and financial/budgeting processes. Combine commercial awareness with a strategic and growth mindset. Be forward-thinking and adaptable to market dynamics. Experience with managing NEC contracts Skills &KnowledgeRequired: Financially strong Strong experience in commercial or contract management with in-depth knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contract suites. Background in construction, infrastructure, civil engineering, utilities, or related sectors. Sound understanding of contract law, cost management, risk management, and commercial governance. Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Competent in commercial and project management systems. Requirement to travel Travel to other company locations and client sites/offices may be required. Travel for training, workshops and seminars may be required for personal development and business governance. TPBN1_UKTJ

Work on automation, robotics, and machine vision that directly advances real-world scientific research.

Research and Development ChemistBoltonPermanent opportunityWe are working with an established, independent chemicals company in Bolton who are engaged in alkyd, acrylic resin and water based polymer manufacturing.

Research and Development (R&D) and Research skills. This is a full-time on-site Research and Development Manager role located in Whetstone. The role involves overseeing day-to-day R&D operations, managing research projects, and ensuring innovative product development in line with industry standards.

A leading financial technology firm in Greater London is seeking a Development Manager to lead engineering groups focused on security automation and corporate applications.

Oracle AI Science: M2 Data Research and Development Manager (AI Data Tools). The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) AI Science Team is seeking an experienced and driven Data Research and Development Manager to manage our data tooling and dataset efficiency initiatives. You will drive the development

Proven experience in a Head of Research & Development, Research & Development Lead, Research & Development Manager or similar role leading R&D, innovation, engineering, or technical programmes in a manufacturing or technical environment. We are recruiting for a Head of Research & Development to take

A leading finance technology firm in Greater London seeks an experienced Development Manager to lead critical engineering teams within Enterprise Infrastructure.

Progression within Business Development Executive Roles. World‑class sales training programs and skill development programs. Professional development and career growth opportunities.

The role would suit applicants who are passionate about prototype research, development, testing, validation, and continuous improvement within the field of electronics and electrical engineering. Our client operates as a leader in technology innovation, specialising in the research, development, an

A prestigious university is seeking a Research Development Manager for the Dickson Poon School of Law. This part-time position involves coordinating research funding applications, collaborating with academic staff, and maximizing funding opportunities. Candidates should have a PhD relevant to law an

Maintenance of existing embedded firmware & drivers on the ARM Cortex A8, Cortex M3 and ARM9 platforms with future development on peripheral rich MCU using Cortex-M family. Development of RFID based product. ZigBee development of our Smart Meter and Smart Energy products.

Senior Business Development Manager.

In addition to market research, these services include medical education, ethical drug promotion, clinical development, job recruitment, and clinic appointment services. Due to our continued growth, we are hiring for a Vice President, Business Development at M3 Global Research, an M3 company. M3 Glo

The role involves researching cultural insights, creating design languages, and collaborating with international teams.

The NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility is a well‑established Clinical Research Facility covering two sites; a comprehensive Cancer and Medical research facility on the Bloomsbury campus (BC) at 170 Tottenham Court Road, and the Leonard Wolfson Experimental Neurology Centre is a dedicated neurosc

FTE or 21 hours per week, include acting as the key point of contact for the Dickson Poon School of Law’s research development portfolio, working closely with academic staff at all career stages to understand their research funding goals, encouraging and supporting applications to appropriate oppo

MINERVA Research Labs is an innovative company in the nutricosmetic sector, a fast‑growing company, with offices in London Mayfair, Dubai UAE, Los Angeles the USA and Tokyo Ginza. MINERVA develops and markets nutricosoceutical products in Europe the Middle East, Asia and the US MINERVA Research La

To be considered for this varied and challenging Research and Development Engineer role it is envisaged that the successful candidate will possess recognised engineering qualifications or be qualified by experience, with demonstrable knowledge of gas burner systems and strong fault:finding and repai

A strong degree in a technology related subject combined with experience in software development, system support or systems development or similar is essential for this exciting opportunity within this rapidly expanding division of a well establish business consultants. Technology Research and Devel

Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research is one of the UK's leading Research Institutes delivering world class agricultural science. At Rothamsted, we’re working to drive world‑leading agricultural research—and securing the funding to make that possible. We are looking for a proactive, collabo

A leading research and advisory company seeks a Sales Director for New Hire Development to enhance its sales force. The position offers a hybrid schedule with significant responsibilities in coaching and sales strategy development, aiming for client satisfaction and corporate growth.

Research and Development Scientist – Graduates Welcome. Conduct and present research to support new product development. Contribute to continual process development by identifying gaps and improving processes.

We are looking for a great Business Development to lead sales across our Medical Communication, Market Access and Health Economics teams. Our team at Coronado is on a mission to revolutionise the way data and evidence are developed by optimising the clinical development process, leveraging all the d

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and inspiring his or her team to achieve their performance metrics.Your role will involve strategizing, project management, part staff management.Your collaborative attitude and interpersonal skills will help you thrive as an Engineering Manager.M

Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers, researched new network architectures, integration

Provide technical direction to other research staff, engineering associates, technicians, and/or students; facilitate workshops and demonstrations on research methods; educate and train users on research methodology and effective tools and techniques. The Stanford Mussallem Center for Biodesign is s

Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and

Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and

Other organisations may call this role Research Scientist, Development Scientist, R&D Scientist, Research and Development Engineer, Product Development Scientist, Product Development Engineer, Laboratory Scientist, NPD Scientist, New Product Development Engineer, or Product Testing Engineer. JOB TIT

Conduct and present research to support new product development. JOB TITLE: Research and Development Scientist – Graduates Welcome. Research and evaluate innovative and sustainable materials and technologies.

Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and

A leading international financial institution seeks an Analyst to support the preparation of Country Strategies and assess their implementation.The role involves close collaboration with various stakeholders, managing databases, and ensuring adherence to timelines.Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's

Our client, a well-established and respected Food & Beverage manufacturer based in central Bristol, is seeking an Research & Development Manager to join the business in a newly created role. This is a high-impact opportunity to take full ownership of the product development lifecycle while shaping a

A leading technology firm in the Greater London area is looking for a Technical Insight AI Agent Engineer.In this role, you will design and develop systems for retrieving and analyzing technical information, essential for making data-driven decisions.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Mas

A leading research firm in Greater London is seeking a Business Development Director to lead sales efforts across Medical Communication, Market Access, and Health Economics.

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a flexible and skilled freelance creative to support internal communications, digital content, and light design projects for its HR function.This varied role combines visual storytelling, design, and light photo/video work to enhance internal engagement

FTE or 21 hours per week, include acting as the key point of contact for the Dickson Poon School of Law's research development portfolio, working closely with academic staff at all career stages to understand their research funding goals, encouraging and supporting applications to appropriate opport

This role involves conducting original research in reinforcement learning and AI, designing algorithms, and mentoring junior researchers. A global telecommunications leader is seeking a Research Scientist - Machine Learning. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and a strong research track record in mach