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Job description NRL are looking for an experienced PLC/SCADA Programmer / Control Engineer to join a small, dynamic engineering team. While the role focuses primarily on PLC and SCADA programming, a solid understanding of instrumentation and electrical design principles is highly desirable. The successful candidate will work directly with clients throughout project lifecycles, ensuring effective communication and delivery. The role involves working with a range of automation and control technologies, including PLCs, SCADA packages, and HMI solutions from various major manufacturers. Familiarity with systems such as Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, AVEVA InTouch, and similar platforms is beneficial. This position requires the engineer to ensure that all control systems are specified, designed, tested, and implemented to a high standard. Typical tasks include: • Creating Functional Design Specifications, • PLC programming, • SCADA development, • Preparing test plans and documentation, • Conducting code reviews and bench testing, • Carrying out Factory Acceptance Testing, • Carrying out Site Acceptance Testing Support for commissioned systems is required, and the successful candidate may take part in an on-call rota as part of ongoing client support services. The role involves regular travel across the UK and is based at the company’s main office. A good level of fitness will be required for site work. Responsibilities and Duties • Producing Functional Design Specifications, • PLC programming and software development, • SCADA configuration and testing, • Preparing test plans and technical documentation, • Performing bench testing and system validation, • Completing Factory and Site Acceptance Testing, • Adhering to strict health and safety standards, including work on regulated industrial sites, • Supporting project delivery and other tasks typical of a project-based engineering environment

RF Test Engineer – RF, Microwave & mmWave Sedgefield | On‑site | Security Clearance Required | Competitive Salary Join a high‑technology RF business developing and manufacturing advanced RF, microwave and mmWave products for mission‑critical applications across defence, aerospace, space and telecommunications. This is a hands‑on test engineering role where you’ll develop and maintain automated test solutions and support products from concept through to volume production. Why Join Our Client? • Work on cutting‑edge RF, microwave & mmWave technologies, • Hands‑on role developing automated RF test solutions, • Exposure to defence, space & critical communications programmes, • Involvement across the full product lifecycle, • Collaborative environment with engineering and production teams, • Competitive salary and strong benefits package What You’ll Do: • Develop and maintain automated RF test solutions using LabVIEW & TestStand, • Apply RF test expertise to support products from development into volume manufacture, • Use RF and electronic test equipment at microwave frequencies and above, • Analyse data, diagnose issues and resolve complex technical problems, • Improve and maintain test capability across production and development, • Produce verified, documented test solutions, reports and presentations, • Work closely with engineering, manufacturing and project teams What We’re Looking For: • Experience as an RF Test Engineer in a production or development environment, • Strong hands‑on RF measurement and diagnostic skills, • LabVIEW and TestStand development experience, • Background in RF, microwave or mmWave technology, • Understanding of volume electronics manufacturing (beneficial), • Eligible for UK Security Clearance, • Engineering degree or equivalent experience (5+ years RF experience preferred) If you’re an RF Test Engineer who enjoys hands‑on testing, automation and working with complex RF products, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or message for more details.

Onsite 5 days per week in Sedgefield This is a hands-on test development role, you will work closely with the wider engineering and production teams to support test software and hardware development for a range of products from conception through to volume production. The Role • Develop and maintain a clear understanding of all test equipment and processes., • Full responsibility for the development/improvement of new/existing solutions to support manufacturing and engineering teams with all aspects of DC to mmWave test., • Provide high-level technical support to improve and maintain test capability and analyse, diagnose, and resolve technical issues as required., • Deliver fully verified and documented solutions in line with defined technical, schedule, and cost constraints., • Plan, organise, and manage own time to meet project requirements, and report project progress and risks to project teams and team leaders., • Interface effectively with vendors and internal and external customers to fulfil project requirements., • Contribute to bids during quotation phase including technical correspondence with customers., • Perform data analysis and produce both internal and customer-facing reports and presentations., • Involvement with the complete solution lifecycle, including requirements review, system design, specifications, instrumentation selection, solution development, implementation, data recording and reporting, testing, training, support, instructions, and change management. Skills, attributes and experience • Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent plus sufficient level of experience, • Hands-on experience within a volume electronics manufacturing environment., • Strong hands-on measurement and diagnostic skills using electronic and RF test equipment., • Ideally LabVIEW or TestStand development experience., • Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

RF Engineer – RF, Microwave & mmWave Sedgefield | On‑site | Security Clearance Required | Competitive Salary Join an award‑winning, AIM‑listed RF technology business designing and delivering high‑performance RF, microwave and mmWave subsystems for mission‑critical applications across defence, space, telecommunications and critical communications. This is a hands‑on engineering role where you’ll work on advanced hardware and help deliver projects that genuinely push technology forward. Why Join Our Client? • Work on cutting‑edge RF, microwave & mmWave technology, • Involvement in major space & defence programmes, • Design ownership from concept through to production, • Hands‑on RF test, measurement & characterisation, • Collaborative, highly experienced RF engineering team, • Rapidly growing, award‑winning AIM‑listed organisation What You’ll Do: • Design, simulate and develop RF & mmWave circuits, components and subsystems, • Perform RF system analysis, optimisation and fault‑finding, • Carry out RF measurements, validation and characterisation of prototypes and production hardware, • Support the transition from design to manufacture, ensuring yield and performance, • Produce design documentation, test plans, reports and results, • Collaborate closely with electronics, mechanical, software and systems engineers, • Provide technical input to projects, RFQs and customer engagements What We’re Looking For: • Experience in RF, microwave or mmWave engineering, • Strong background in RF design, simulation and test, • Confident using RF lab equipment and measurement techniques, • Understanding of design for manufacture and production support, • Eligible for UK Security Clearance, • Engineering qualification (degree or equivalent experience) If you’re an RF Engineer looking to work on high‑impact technology in a fast‑growing, award‑winning business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or message for more details.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Agent to join a leading civil engineering contractor on a major tunnelling scheme. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a large-scale infrastructure project delivering complex underground works and associated civil engineering packages. Site Agent Roles & Responsibilities: * Managing day-to-day site operations across tunnelling and associated civils works * Leading site teams to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget * Reviewing and approving site documentation including RAMS, ITPs, permits, and QA records * Overseeing QA/QC processes and ensuring accurate completion of Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) * Working closely with the Project Manager to drive programme and resolve site issues * Monitoring progress, preparing reports, and maintaining detailed site records * Planning and coordinating logistics, resources, and sequencing of tunnelling operations Site Agent Requirements: * Proven experience as a Site Agent or Senior Engineer on tunnelling or heavy civils projects * Strong knowledge of tunnelling methods (SCL, TBM, or pipejacking advantageous) * Good understanding of QA/QC processes and site documentation * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications * Valid CSCS card * SMSTS (essential) To apply for this Site Agent role, please submit your up-to-date CV and a member...

Control Engineer (PLC/SCADA) - Stockton-on-Tees My client provides engineering services to a range of industry sectors across the process, instrument, electrical & control system integration disciplines. They require an experienced PLC/SCADA Control Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. The role is predominantly PLC/SCADA programming oriented however a good understanding of instrument / electrical design principles and the ability to perform I&E design is a significant desirable attribute. Role: Their client base is stable and they provide 24/7 support contracts to their clients. You will travel to new sites and meet site personnel at all levels up to senior management acting as their main representative - 1-2 nights at a time, typically once or twice a month. You will ensure that PLC/SCADA systems are specified, designed & tested to the highest standard. Typical tasks include: * Writing Functional Design Specifications. * Programming PLC’s. * Programming SCADA. * Writing Test Plans & Procedures. * Code Reviews & Bench Testing. * Factory Acceptance Testing. * Site Acceptance Testing. * Provide onward support to commissioned projects. Requirements: * A degree in Instrumentation and Control Engineering or similar engineering degree. * CompEx (Desirable) * City & Guilds 18th Edition Certificate in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018 AMD 2) (Desirable) * Functional Sa...

Radio Engineer. Major UK Provider of Radio Systems. North East, UK. Salary £35K Basic + Car/Car Allowance + Benefits. The Company Being a leading independent communications suppliers, specialising in the design, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of wireless voice and data networks. Our client has a great dedicated radio engineering team in the UK. Each of their staff member is trained by every leading manufacturer to the highest standard and provided with the latest DMR and Tetra test sets to ensure even the latest equipment can be repaired to component level. With continued expansion they are now seeking a Field Radio Engineer to join this thriving business. The Role You will be working within the dedicated engineering team and be personally responsible for providing bespoke technical solutions for customers and SME on all Radio Engineering. Role Includes: Design and build of bespoke technical solutions in line with customer requirements. Provide Technical assurance to customers. Preparation CODEPLUGS/FLEET Plans for customer requirements (Motorola & Hytera). Installation, Troubleshooting and maintenance of telecommunication equipments from different vendors: Hytera, Motorola, Tait, Simoco and Kenwood. Site Maintenance and servicing Faults Management with log analysis, defects debug and work around responsibility Business support: customer needs analysis and customer presentation of new products Involved in providing Technical Support to the communication systems in major contracts Skills and Experience: 2+ years experience from within either military or commercial Radio communication RF propagation experience. Strong IT experience specifically: database management & networking topologies & TCP/IP & DMR/PMR software applications. Must either be currently SC (security cleared) or held previously and able to refresh without any issues. Experience in fault finding across a multitude of telecommunication platforms. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. RF fault diagnostics. Broader technical skills, specifically in the design of bespoke solutions Desired: Knowledge of PMR programming software Tait, Simoco, Motorola, Kenwood and Hytera Trunk Radio (MPT1327) database management COTS radio repair down to component level, namely Tait, Simoco, Motorola, Kenwood and Hytera Our client is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please get in touch with the managing consultant. TPBN1_UKTJ

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer: • Permanent day shifts, • Immediate Starts available, • Highly competitive basic salary, • Company Pension, • Holiday entitlement, • Onsite Parking, • The opportunity to work for an industry leading manufacturer MTrec’s new client opportunity: MTrec Recruitment are proudly representing our industry leading manufacturing client in their search for a multiskilled maintenance technician. The business is in the Middlesborough area and will be looking to appoint their chosen applicant ASAP. This role is working day shifts, and if you meet the person specification below, apply now for an immediate response! The Job you will do: • Perform routine preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and systems to ensure optimal performance, • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults and carry out timely repairs, • Respond to breakdowns quickly to minimize downtime and production disruption, • Conduct inspections and identify potential issues before they become major problems, • Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, repairs, and parts used, • Follow health and safety regulations and always ensure a safe working environment, • Install, test, and commission new equipment or system upgrades, • Work with tools, diagnostic equipment, and technical manuals to complete tasks efficiently, • Collaborate with other departments, contractors, or engineers to resolve complex issues, • Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components About you: • It is essential that you are a time served engineer, holding a minimum of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent., • Ideally you will hold an 18th edition qualification, however this is not essential., • You will have a robust understanding of electrical and mechanical systems., • It is essential that you can perform basic PLC fault finding., • Flexible to work over the weekend if needed., • Ideally you will be from a high paced manufacturing background, but this not essential

Electronics Project Engineer Our client is an established manufacturing client based in Harrogate. Due to continued growth, they are now recruiting an Electronics Project Engineer to join their New Product Development team. The Electronics Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting our client’s electronics development by driving key projects from design intent through to production. Ensuring quality and maintaining close, effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to drive NPD while maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy. Electronics Project Engineer – Key Responsibilities * Lead and independently implement development projects as required, taking ownership from initial specification creation through to final documentation. * Work with design and manufacturing partners, clearly communicating technical requirements, providing feedback and resolving project enquiries. * Deliver clear, proactive communication, ensuring the main project goals are understood. Prepare and deliver concise updates, reports, and presentations to stakeholders when required. * Assist with management of test jigs and fixtures to ensure operational readiness of these crucial assets. Support introduction of new PCBA test equipment. * Test and validate electronic products, verifying functionality and performance. * Perform fault analysis and bug detection, utilising analysis software and hardware tools to monitor and diagnose product performance issues. * Conduct technical research to identify, assess, and recommend new components, technologies, and design concepts for inclusion in new projects. * Ensure electronics documentation is accurate and up to date. Electronics Project Engineer – Skills & Experience * An Electronics/Electrical Degree or equivalent is preferred. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Electrical or Electronics experience gained within a manufacturing environment. * Experience in managing projects and an ability to manage stakeholder expectations. * Have a questioning mind and a passion for solving problems. * Experience in PCB design and testing – highly desirable. The Electronic Project Engineer position is offering £35,000 - £40,000 basic salary plus great benefits. This is a full-time, permanent position, based on-site in Harrogate. All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 days of application for the position of Electronic Project Engineer. This vacancy is exclusively being advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd. The services advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd are those of an Employment Agency

Are you a Test and Commissioning Engineer who enjoys seeing your work go live and knowing you’ve made it perform exactly as intended? Would you value a role where you’re trusted on site, given real responsibility and can develop your technical expertise across varied projects?. We are looking fo

As a Senior Validation Engineer, you will be responsible for. Working as part of a cross-functional engineering environment, you will collaborate closely with. New Product Integration (NPI) Validation and Verification test plans.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Engineer, focussed on Integration & Test, to join a team developing advanced flight simulation systems used by pilot training operations around the world. Define and execute test plans to verify functionality, safety, and regulatory compliance. Develo

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Test Development Engineer to join their diverse engineering teams and be responsible for analysing customer requirements to develop Analogue, Digital and Mixed Signal Test Platforms. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test Development Engineer to joi

To lead/perform test activities and produce test documentation on allocated projects in support of the project T&A Manager to enable test and qualify our innovative leading-edge products for customer use. Lead test phases and events for given projects.

Perform UKAS-accredited and non-accredited testing on customer equipment in accordance with relevant standards and test plans. Verify equipment readiness and documentation prior to testing, ensuring compliance with quotations, test plans, and the Quality Manual. Execute tests following Applus+ 3C pr

Develop test plans, test cases, and test environments based on system requirements and architecture. This includes planning test activities, executing testing, analysing results, and producing clear technical reports to support delivery and performance assurance. Working as part of a specialist vali

You’ll be someone who enjoys practical engineering and wants to keep learning:. Apply today to find out more and take your engineering career on the road. Field Service, Mechanical Engineer.

We are looking for an experienced Test Development Engineer to join our team. Perform test program, Test HW characterization over temperature (Ex. In this role, you will work with advanced test equipment, helping to develop and improve innovative testing solutions.

You’ll be working closely with software, systems, and AI engineers, helping shape how testing and validation is done as the product evolves. QA / Test Engineer (Embedded / Robotics / Safety-Critical). This is working on the kind of systems where testing isn’t just about coverage or pipelines, it

Reporting to the CTO, the QA & Test Engineer will lead the design, development and execution of test and verification activities for the runtime assurance platform across multiple hardware architectures and real‑time operating systems. Collaborate with hardware engineers, systems architects and AI

This will involve the generation of test programmes using a variety of test equipment. Senior RF Test Engineer St Neots (PE19) - Permanent - Onsite £45,000 - £58,000 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days Christmas shut-down Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave Annual Wellbeing allowance

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer: Immediate start availableCompetitive salary and benefits package Collaborative and supportive work environment Free onsite parking Generous h

As a key stage of product delivery, you will focus on system level testing across a variety of simulated scenarios, injecting signals into a System Under Test (SUT) to verify and validate its performance. RF Test Engineer St Neots (PE19) - Permanent - Onsite £38,000 - £48,000 25 days annual leave

Job Title: Contract Hardware Test Development Engineer Location: Colchester Rate: £50 to 60 per hour Contract Length: Initial 6 month contract Working Arrangements: Onsite w

Electronics Test & Production Support Engineer (Defence)Location: Bolton, Greater ManchesterSector: Defence / Advanced ManufacturingWere recruiting an electronics focused Test & Production Support Engineer to support manufacturing and test activities on complex

Test Development Engineer (Hardware / ATE / Electronics) Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 + excellent benefits Sponsorship: Not available The Opportunity - Tes

An Electrician / Electrical Technician with ability to undertake their own Electrical Test and Inspection of electrical installations is required to join a growing team giving industrial electrical installation, electrical maintenance support to many leading food, drink, pharmaceutical manufacturers

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Experience specifically required:Mus

Are you an experienced Test Engineer?. As the Production Test Engineer, you will be working alongside a market‑leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. Providing test engineering support to operators on the shopfloor.

We are recruiting a Test Rod & Rope Engineer responsible for building and maintaining new and existing Core Telecommunications Access Networks, installing rope/subduct, and checking Customer Lead‑ins. Conduct Test Rodding and Roping of underground ducts, ensuring traffic management requirements ar

A premier telecommunications firm in Greater London is seeking a Telecommunications Test Engineer with a strong background in manual testing of telco networks, including 3G, 4G, and VoIP technologies. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of experience in test engineering and thrive in a col

You will contribute to risk‑based test planning, support the creation and refinement of test scripts, investigate defects, and collaborate closely with software engineers to ensure common understanding of expected system behaviour. As a Graduate Test Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring

With a focus on engineering excellence, candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 2 years of experience in automotive engineering. A leading testing solutions provider in the UK is seeking an Automotive Engineer to join their ICE team. The candidate will manage projects, ensuring complia

A global standards organization in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Test Engineer for Mechanical/PPE Products.

A leading defence and aerospace company is seeking a Test Solution Design Engineer to contribute to innovative test solutions for the UK's defence projects. Responsibilities include designing electronic hardware solutions, ensuring stakeholder requirements are met, and mentoring engineers.

A leading engineering company in Darlington seeks a talented Test Technology IT Senior Engineer to improve test efficiency and maintain high-quality test data. With a focus on AVL engine and Powertrain systems, you will ensure reliable test operations and contribute to continuous improvement initiat

We are looking for an Electrical Test Engineer to support a busy R&D test laboratory focused on the development and compliance of electrical products. HNC, T Level, apprenticeship or degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (or similar). Training and overseeing test technicians.

Position Title: Battery Test Engineer. Analysing test data to identify performance issues and support engineering resolution. Our Client is seeking an experienced Engineer to support Performance End of Line (PEOL) and End of Line (EOL) testing, commissioning, and fault resolution of high-voltage pow

Caged Tigers South Ltd, an industry leader in EMC and RF testing, seeks a full-time EMC Test Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing test plans, analyzing results, and ensuring product compliance. Prior experience in a test environment and proficiency in RF equipment ar

We are seeking a skilled Test and Development Engineer to lead the testing and development of powertrain systems, engine components, and test rigs for cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Commitment to safety and compliance in engineering test environments. Test and Development Engineer –

A financial trading firm in Greater London seeks a research engineer to develop and test trading strategies using Python.

A leading security firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a professional specializing in mobile platform security.The role focuses on building and driving a comprehensive security framework for mobile applications.The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience conducting security assessments and d

Owning QA and testing activities within a Scrum team, balancing manual and automated testing. You’ll be working with Playwright to build out automated test coverage, while still remaining hands‑on with manual testing where it adds the most value. You will act as the dedicated Test Engineer withi