Engineering Jobs in the United Kingdom
Triumph
Hinckley, MID
Senior Engineers are expected to have significantly more experience, be capable of mentoring engineers, chair work product reviews meetings within the Company, peer review & sign off work products etc. and in some instances, as required deputise for the Lead Engineers. A great opportunity for the role of Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer has arisen within the Design department of Triumph Motorcycles, the UK’s largest motorcycle manufacturer and a global leading heritage brand, at both Engineer or Senior Engineer level.
Triumph
Hinckley, MID
Through close integration with Chassis, Powertrain, and Electrical design teams, you will create premium quality products that allow our customers to upgrade and personalise their Triumph motorcycle, making it as unique as they are. Building iconic motorcycles that celebrate our past whilst embracing the future - through bold design, original styling, purposeful engineering and a genuine passion for the ride.
Triumph
Hinckley, MID
We are looking for engineering analysts to join our expanding simulation team, using tools such as FEA (finite element analysis), CFD (computational fluid dynamics) and MBD (multi-body dynamics) in a pragmatic way to drive our designs forward. Whilst embedded in a dedicated simulation team, successful applicants will work alongside the whole design department on Adventure, Roadster, Classic and Racing motorcycles, analysing components and systems throughout the entire vehicle.
Triumph
Hinckley, MID
Lead Engineers at Triumph will lead small teams of Engineers to work on various packages or areas of a motorcycle and coordinate the development of these whilst considering the impacts to time, cost, and possible setbacks. Building iconic motorcycles that celebrate our past whilst embracing the future - through bold design, original styling, purposeful engineering and a genuine passion for the ride.
Triumph
Hinckley, MID
Building iconic motorcycles that celebrate our past whilst embracing the future - through bold design, original styling, purposeful engineering and a genuine passion for the ride. Collaborating with others, both inside and outside of the Design Department, to deliver these engineering solutions to the time, cost, quality, and specification constraints as defined by the business.
Triumph
Hinckley, MID
A great opportunity for the role of Production Engineer has arisen within the Machine Shop at Triumph Motorcycles, the UK’s largest motorcycles manufacturer and global leading heritage brand. Building iconic motorcycles that celebrate our past whilst embracing the future - through bold design, original styling, purposeful engineering and a genuine passion for the ride.
Triumph
Hinckley, MID
Building iconic motorcycles that celebrate our past whilst embracing the future - through bold design, original styling, purposeful engineering and a genuine passion for the ride. The role offers a broad range of challenges including the further development of Drive-by-Wire systems and traction control to the creation and application of new ideas and strategies to achieve the next and future rounds of emissions legislation.
Vent Group
£45000 - £55000 YEAR
London, London
Candidates with the experience and relevant job titles of: Test and Inspection Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electrician, Multi Skilled Electrical Technician, Technician, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Installation Engineer, Electrical Tester, Machine Electrician, Field Service Electrician, Service Engineer, Industrial Electrician, Mechanical Engineer, Repair Technician, Mobile Engineer, Electrical Field Service Engineer may also be considered for this role. We are seeking individuals who are organised, methodical, have exceptional strong problem-solving abilities, with excellent communication skills, flexibility, effective reporting skills, and a high attention to detail.
Bloor Homes
Crewe, NW
We give sympathetic consideration to the areas we build in to design welcoming settings with variety of home types and space, making every effort to preserve natural features and the conservation of wildlife. As a family-run housebuilder, our team of highly skilled craftspeople ensure care and attention goes into every one of our homes.
Bloor Homes
Hinckley, MID
With your proven experience as a manager and Civil Engineer you’ll guide the team to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and conditions, whilst we support you with high-quality training, great benefits and long-term career progression opportunities. We are recruiting for an experienced Engineering Manager, to be based in our East Midlands Regional Office in Hinckley, Leicestershire.
Bloor Homes
Crewe, NW
We give sympathetic consideration to the areas we build in to design welcoming settings with variety of home types and space, making every effort to preserve natural features and the conservation of wildlife. As a family-run housebuilder, our team of highly skilled craftspeople ensure care and attention goes into every one of our homes.
First Military Recruitment Ltd
£60000 - £65000 YEAR
Wigan, NW
The Principal Engineer plays a pivotal role in the technical aspects of bridge engineering projects. Where required provide oversight at construction phase, providing technical expertise and ensuring adherence to design specifications.
First Military Recruitment Ltd
£52868.1 YEAR
Crediton, SW
Engineering work carried out to expected time limits with appropriate use of escalation procedure to ensure achievement of KPIs and identification of potential process and engineering improvements. Holiday entitlement of 22 days inclusive of bank holidays (equivalent to 33 days on 5 day week).
First Military Recruitment Ltd
£42750 YEAR
Wembley, London
As an Engineer Surveyor you will be inspecting, testing and reporting on industrial machinery from passenger lifts and escalators, to MEWP’s, forklift trucks and cranes, delivering an excellent service and helping make sure everyone goes home safely at the end of the day. Salary uplifts after one and two-years continuous services - £46,785 after one year, £51,858 after 2 years' service.
First Military Recruitment Ltd
£30000 - £35000 YEAR
Epping, HC
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Pump Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. Working on Diesel Pumps, DC Electrics, AC Electrics and AC motors and controls.
First Military Recruitment Ltd
£35000 - £50000 YEAR
Hounslow, London
Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Maintenance Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.
First Military Recruitment Ltd
£35000 - £40000 YEAR
Coventry, MID
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. You will have the experience and ability to maintain buildings, plants and equipment located within the Coventry facilities.
First Military Recruitment Ltd
£30000 - £37500 YEAR
Aberdeen, Scotland
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.
Engineering Jobs Overview
Engineering jobs are vital in many companies that design, construct, and improve our world. This industry alone generates more than 20% of the country’s turnover. Across energy, building, product design, medical equipment, computer systems, and more, engineers plan, implement, correct, and maintain countless products and systems that allow us to operate in our everyday lives. The highest proportion of engineering enterprises in the UK are across information and communication, construction, and manufacturing.
As this is a highly specialised profession, your role as an engineer will greatly depend on the discipline in which you are trained. You could find more efficient and sustainable energy systems, improve the way CT scanners work, design buildings that stand up against natural disasters, or create computer programmes that change the way the live. Either way, you’ll likely be involved in liaising with clients, analysing data, planning, implementing, reviewing, and reporting.
Explore jobs in specific fields of engineering such as:
Education and Skills for Engineers
To work in engineering, you’ll usually need to have completed university studies in your field. Following undergraduate studies, you might also choose to continue with a postgraduate course to further specialise.
Sometimes, your studies will require you to undertake a work placement to gain real-world experience on top of your theoretical knowledge. For entry into relevant courses, you usually need to have 1-3 A levels. In some cases, you may be able to take on an apprenticeship and learn and study while on the job. Read our example engineer job description to find out more about what employers are looking for.
Skills-wise, you’ll succeed in this vocation if you show:
- mathematical knowledge
- analytical thinking
- complex problem-solving
- attention to detail
- computer literacy
Once you begin working as an engineer, you can increase your value in the job market by applying for a professional title with the Engineering Council. Your eligibility will depend on your academic and practical qualifications as well as your professional competence. Titles include:
- Engineering Technician (EngTech)
- Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
- Chartered Engineer (CEng)
- Information and Communication Technology Technician (ICTTech)
These certifications are protected by civil law and give piece of mind to your clients and employers that you deliver a high standard of work.
Update Your Engineering CV
Take some time to make sure your CV is at its best before applying to open vacancies in engineering. As well as displaying your relevant qualifications and memberships, you’ll also want to tailor your CV to each specific job by paying attention to keywords in the job listing and demonstrating aligning successes. Use our CV tips to help you make the best possible first impression. You can also take cues from our sample mechanical engineer CV.
Don’t forget to include a compelling cover letter with your application. Here, you can provide details about what drew you to the company and what makes you a great fit. Refer to our range of cover letter advice to get started.
Interviewing for Engineering Jobs
Congratulations, you’ve been selected for an interview by an engineering firm! Your interview will likely consist of at least two stages, and you may speak with multiple interviewers. To keep nerves at bay, make sure you dedicate adequate preparation time so you feel equipped to answer any question. Practice your approach to these common engineering interview questions, including:
- Why do you want to work for us?
- Tell us about a time when you discovered a critical fault in a product that required emergency action.
You can also check out our general interview tips to help set yourself up for success.
How Much do Engineers Earn?
Salaries in engineering jobs depend on your field of expertise as well as your previous experience and qualifications. Spend some time researching what you stand to earn in your discipline so you know what to expect. For example, civil engineers make an average of £40,080 per year, while engineering technicians receive around £31,200 annually.
You might also benefit from bonus schemes to top up your annual salary based on your performance in the company you work for, this will be at the discretion of your employer.
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