Total 220 Engineering job vacancies in Kent, TN12 6BE

Working for a global manufacturer at the Gillingham operations, as Manufacturing Assembly Engineer, you will support activities to ensure that all components, products and assemblies are produced to the required quality and quantity, in the most efficient time and cost effective manner, whilst supporting the Project Management and Engineering team's project deliverables.

The role

• Defining the manufacturing and assembly method/process for prototype components and assembly - creating manufacturing / assembly routing
• Building product to a defined order schedule.
• Defining, ordering and manufacturing of special tooling as required.
• Identifying supplementary processes from sub-contract specialists; agreeing the process parameters/drawing features/tolerancing to ensure compliance with engineering drawing requirements.
• Recommend improvement processes and product quality.
• Writes work instructions
• Support training plans for team members.
• Define supporting documentation for works orders
• Establish first off sign off and maintain required quality standard
• Define calibration and control of all assembly equipment
• Oversee the cleanliness testing facility and completion of cleanliness audits.
• Complete inspection and preparation of products for despatch.
• Complete Risk and COSHH assessments
• Define front line maintenance and basic fault diagnosis

You should possess sound understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing/assembly processes, be competent with engineering drawings and specifications and have excellent knowledge of assembly techniques and processes. Experience of collecting QMS data to qualify products and components is essential. Ideally you will be degree (or equivalent) educated, be familiar with CAD/Solidworks and familiar working in a prototype, small batch environment, along with knowledge with of GD&T.

Benefits

• Holidays - 27 days p.a. Plus bank Holidays
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• Dental Plan and Private Health Insurance
• Pension
• On Site Parking
• Paid Monthly
• On site gym
• Local discounts at Gym and Car dealer
• Relocation package available
• Private Medical Insurance

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Production Engineer:

Working for a manufacturing business in the Sandwich area, you will be responsible for co-ordinating production engineering processes from the final design phase to full production release. Working closely with the engineering and project team along with production and supply chain, the role will be to ensure successful transition for new and existing product design and achieving project timelines within budget and to the highest quality.

Duties:

• Responsible for managing the standards, methods and procedures for design, modification and maintenance of manufacturing equipment
• Develop & deliver production plans, build documentation and route cards for a variety of engineering projects
• Contribute to the development of strategy
• Resolve manufacturing issues and work cross-functionally
• Develop best practice to improve production capacity, quality and reliability
• Contribute and support CI initiatives
• Support NPI
• Production engineering tasks with ToT
• Undertake customer and suppliers visits

You will ideally be educated in an engineering related discipline or with a recognised engineering Apprenticeship within an electro-optical manufacturing environment. You should be able to demonstrate a good understanding and application of process engineering principles, concepts, practices and standards and have the ability to implement effective and timely production solutions

Benefits:

• Holiday is 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• 9-day fortnight (every other Friday is a non-working day)
• Competitive salary, company profit sharing scheme, stakeholder pension and death in service scheme
• Rewards and recognition scheme and employee engagement initiatives

CVs in Word Format to s.visser@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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Quality Engineer

In this role, you will monitor, plan, and improve business processes to enhance production output and product quality. You will introduce new processes and procedures, set quality standards, drive continuous improvements, and resolve problems. Additionally, you will collaborate with the team to implement lean methodologies, optimizing processes, equipment, and performance. Other responsibilities include creating acceptance test procedures, inspecting materials and products, developing quality control systems, maintaining the calibration system, conducting internal audits, and determining corrective actions.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor production processes and identify potential problems and malfunctions.
• Participate in the validation of manufacturing and engineering processes, including on-the-job training.
• Resolve quality issues through the structured application of problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques.
• Complete First Inspection Reports
• Monitor the calibration system and ensure equipment is continually calibrated to schedule.
• Support prototype, sample, and controlled product change builds through pre-production and production cells.
• Complete internal product and system audits and perform any necessary duties as an internal auditor.
• Support the supplier quality engineer or inspection during busy periods or times of absence.

Qualifications:

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.

Experience:

The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and QA. Can use problem-solving techniques and effective at presenting data and identifying problem areas through analysis. They can interpret engineering drawings and use required equipment to confirm inaccuracies is essential. Experience working with cross-functional teams is necessary, and experience in manufacturing in a high-value, low-volume setting is desirable.

Knowledge:

Essential knowledge includes the ability to read and understand technical drawings and complete FAIRs. A solid understanding of ISO standards, such as 9001 and/or AS9100, is required. Desirable knowledge includes an understanding of ISO 14001, 27001, and AS9100 standards, as well as lean principles. The ability to use a CMM (Coordinate-measuring machine) is also desirable.

CVs in Word Format to s.visser@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Senior Engineer- Mechanical in the water industry? Are you passionate and ready to make a positive change? If so, then read on!

I am looking for an experienced Senior Engineer- Mechanical to work in the Rochester area. The perfect applicant will have knowledge and experience working on projects within wastewater or water treatment.

Role: Senior Project Engineer- Mechanical

Location: Rochester

Contract: Freelance

Rate: £380- £400 per day

When: ASAP

Randstad Contact: Georgia Joslyn ()

Duties will include:

• Assist with the Project Management
• Assist in the production of the contract programme
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers
• Liaise with site management on design and procurement
• Assist in the preparation of the construction completion and take over
• Technical coordination
• Challenge all stakeholders to identify opportunities
• Work closely with Project Quantity Surveyor to generate cost plans

Skills Required:

• Project Engineering experience
• Experience of delivering utilising NEC3 form of contract
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction related discipline.
• Preferably APMP or equivalent
• Previous experience within water treatment (Non-Infrastructure)
• Previously mechanical project engineering background preferred

Skills Desirable:

• Ambitious and dynamic personality
• MEICA/Civil works multi-disciplined interfacing
• Experience of working on Water Industry construction projects, preferably with experience of large and complex deliveries
• Someone with a commitment to Right first time

If this sounds like the perfect role for you please get in touch, we would love to hear from you!

Alternatively, if you are looking for other roles within the wastewater and water treatment industry, please get in touch and we would love to assist in finding your dream role!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer:

Have you ever worked on a Water treatment plant? Do you understand the duties and responsibilities of a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer? I'd like you to take some time to read on and see if this is something you could picture yourself doing and possibly thriving in. I hope to hear from you soon!

• Role: Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

• Location: Maidstone.

• Pay Rate: £380 - £420.

• Availability: ASAP.

• Randstad Contact: Lewis Weir.

Duties:

• Liaise with site management under design and procurement issues.
• Analyzing mechanical and thermal devices to find solutions for repairs or innovations.
• Maintain health and safety standards always.
• Oversee day to day tasks and duties.
• Make sure everyone completes their personal roles and responsibilities.
• Have water treatment experience and correct mistakes.
• Ensure Engineering designs are correct and followed properly.
• Being able to coordinate different production teams simultaneously.
• Do Multiple daily product insurance and safety checks to prevent risk of hazards.
• CSCS.

Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction related discipline.
• First aid.
• CSCS.
• Experience in the water and MEICA industry.
• Experience in complex and long lasting projects.

Desired traits:

• Ambitious and Positive.
• Uplifting and encouraging the team to do better.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in please get in contact with Lewis Weir so we can discuss further.

However if this doesn't sound like something you would enjoy but are looking for a job in water treatment still get in contact and we will find you a more desired position!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Mechanical Supervisor:

Are you looking for a new role as a Mechanical Supervisor?

Have you got experience working on a Water Treatment Plant? Then this might be of interest to you, underneath will be details of the job and I hope it is to your satisfaction!

• Job Role: Mechanical Supervisor

• Location: Tunbridge Wells

• Contract: Freelance

• Pay Rate: £350 - £400

• Availability: ASAP

• Randstad Contact: Lewis Weir.

Role Responsibilities:

• Work alongside a site manager and M&E Manager you are responsible for all mechanical installations works across multiple sites.
• Being able to understand all mechanical requirements of each project inclusive of commissioning requirements and interfaces with existing equipment and processes.
• Authorising and reviewing all RAMS for mechanical installations works.
• Supervisory works of Mechanical subcontractors and works ensuring H&S regulations are being followed correctly.
• Ensuring all work is up to the quality standards.
• Support operation and maintenance activities until plant takeover.

Requirements:

• HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering is preferred
• CSCS card.
• SSSTS
• First Aid

If this role sounds like something you would be interested in doing then get in contact with Lewis Weir at the Maidstone branch

Alternatively, if being a mechanical supervisor isn't something you would be interested in, but have experience in the water industry, please get in contact and we can find another role for you.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

In an interesting career like this there is merit in the work a Project Engineer does. Being in charge and leading development and engineering plans is a big responsibility and requires a lot of dedication towards projects and subcontractors as such. However, the feeling of creating something incredible will make it easier to handle. Do you think you could be someone that takes on responsibility and charges into the future and makes a serious change?

If you like the sound of this project engineer role, then I strongly suggest that you read on and find out about your potential future career.

Job Title: Project Engineer

Pay Rate: £400-£440 per day

Location: Chatham

Start date: immediate

Randstad contact: Lewis Weir

Key responsibilities:

Leading Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation projects from concept through to completion.

Engage with development and then review all engineering plans.

Manage subcontractors.

Management of commissioning activities.

Managing meetings with key stakeholders.

Production and management of commissioning documentation.

Ensure all plans are done to completion.

Even better if you can:

Work well in a team and be independent.

Being enthusiastic regardless of the day.

Having additional knowledge on water / waste treatment.

Encouraging others.

Eager to develop and grow into the perfect candidate.

Continuous improvement and being able to take criticism.

Other requirements:

Full driving licence

Degree or qualifications in Electrical Engineering

Management card

SMSTS

First aid

Health and safety knowledge

If this offer intrigues you and you feel like this could be for you then get in touch with Lewis Weir from the Randstad Maidstone Branch. However if you feel this role isn't right for you, please still get in touch and we can find an opportunity that would be a preferable option.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Ref: 4568165

Job Title: Site Engineer
Location: Sittingbourne
Start: June / July 2024

Project: Groundworks package for a new build development of houses and apartments in Sittingbourne

We currently have a vacancy for a Site Engineer for a groundworks package for a new build development of houses and apartments in Sittingbourne

To apply for this role, please email your CV quoting job reference number 4568165 in the subject of the email.

For more information on this vacancy, please contact Richard Pitcher on 07842780205 and quote job reference number 4568165

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Senior Maintenance Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Senior Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic team for a growing and innovative manufacturing company in Hoo. You will be responsible for the following:

• Reactive and planned maintenance
• Tracking and organising all PPM
• Keep the MaintainX system up to date
• Organise contractors and services for machine maintenance and track documentation
• Controlling spare parts
• Performing routine safety inspections
• Assisting in improvement projects
• Leading a small team of Maintenance Engineers

The successful candidate must have completed an Electrical Engineering or similar Apprenticeship with relevant experience and be 17th or 18th edition qualified. Experience of working in a manufacturing environment is essential. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and team skills, experience with Mitsubishi PLCs and HMIs, and strong analytical, fault-finding, and problem-solving abilities. A good knowledge of electric motors and pneumatics, along with basic mechanical skills, is required. You will should have experience working within a multi-skilled team and in a Safety-First culture. The ability to work independently and make necessary judgements is essential. It would be advantageous to be experienced with Fanuc Robotics Programming, Fanuc CNC Programming, ABB Robotics Programming, Siemens PLCs and HMIs along with working on manual mills and lathes.

• The working hours are: Monday - Thursday: 7:30 - 4, Friday: 7:30 - 12:30 and you will be part of an out of hours call out

Benefits:

• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 27 days after completion of 5 continuous years' service
• Pension Scheme
• Free on-site parking

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We have a fantastic opportunity as a Maintenance Engineer, to work with our client based near the Rochester area. The role offers a competitive salary and great benefits that come with working with a well-established company.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience with high-speed packing machinery
• Background in food manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with a passion for precision

Hours:

4 on 4 off, rotating day and night shift pattern.

41.75 hours per week.

1.5 hour break

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee both reactive and proactive maintenance tasks, encompassing addressing breakdowns and scheduled maintenance for packaging machinery.
• Respond swiftly to breakdowns to minimize machinery downtime.
• Champion and prompt continuous improvements throughout the factory, enhancing quality, efficiency, performance, safety, and reducing waste.
• Take charge of completing planned preventive maintenance (PPM) tasks and daily checks promptly.
• Contribute to the training of colleagues and identify your personal training needs.
• Ensure that all maintenance work aligns with the company's food safety standards.
• Adhere to the company's Hygiene Code of Practice and meet Health and Safety requirements for all undertaken tasks.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities comply with legal Health and Safety standards.
• Maintain tools and equipment to ensure safe working conditions.

Looking forward to hearing from any Maintenance Engineers

If you are interested please apply with a current CV, preferably in word, or email Lucy at l.wildish@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk for further information.

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78535 - EHV Project Construction Engineer SAP

This EHV Project Engineer SAP will report to the Lead Field Engineer and will work within Capital Programme and be based onsite in Kent . You will be a permanent employee.

You will attract a salary of £76,229 plus car and a bonus of 3%

Close Date: 02/06/2024

We also provide the following additional benefits

• Annual Leave
• Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
• Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme
• Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Occupational Health support
• Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products.
• Discounted access to sports and social clubs
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Job Purpose

• You will deliver the engineering activities within their allocated project team to undertake the delivery of Construction requirements relating to the UK Power Networks owned assets and associated infrastructure under the direction of the Construction Manager as part of the Investment Delivery team.
• You will work with and support the Project Managers, Commissioning Engineer's and other members of the Investment Delivery Management team in the delivery of Our goals and future budget identification and delivery.
• You will work with the Project Supervisors, electrical fitters and Contractors to undertake and complete the construction and delivery of a portfolio of projects.
• The Project Engineer will ensure delivery of Capital works Construction projects, Asset Portfolio Plan and Connections as directed by the Construction Manager, oversee the management of substation and cabling construction works. The position holder will work with team members to ensure safety management is maintained throughout all activities during the delivery of the engineering tasks following the UK Power Networks Stay Safe initiative.

Principal Accountabilities

• Delivery of the Construction programmes for the UK Power Networks owned assets operating at voltages through the range 400V to 132kV
• Work with the Project Managers to ensure that all programmes of work are delivered to time, budget and quality drivers
• Work with Project Supervisors and EHV fitters to ensure the delivery of all electrical engineering activities
• Help manage budgets relating to the construction delivery and meet ongoing goals
• As a team member work to ensure that UK Power Networks goals are achieved especially in Staff engagement and Client satisfaction
• Follow UK Power Networks Operations and Procedures
• Operate HV Distribution Protection Systems
• Test and Commission HV Distribution System
• Maintain the Control and Protection Systems
• Ensure compliance with CDM and UK Power Networks Health and Safety policies
• Develop site specific H,S & E procedures
• Compliance with UK Power Networks quality policies
• Operate and update Asset database in respect of project activities
• Responsible for both reactive and planned construction activities
• Perform fault investigation and repairs
• Modify equipment and drawings to ensure the efficient operation of the substations
• Ensure the compliance with the distribution safety rules during all activities
• Manage all contractors/staff working on site
• Undertake additional activities determined by the job level and competency

Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate daily construction and maintenance activities with Client / Principal Contractor's ensuring programmes are met
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and raise Purchase Order request with Finance & Governance team
• Change Management - ensure early warning notices are brought to the attention of the Project Manager / Commercial Manager & Partners
• Provide technical support and act as appoint of reference for the Construction team
• When deputising for the Construction Manager deliver team briefings and give feed-back
• Identify potential project risks/opportunities (raise awareness within team/company)
• Proactively seek continuous improvement
• Work unsocial hours to respond to faults on system
• Assist the Construction Manager in the development of the ongoing Asset Portfolio Plan
• Represent UKPN at meetings with clients and contractors
• When undertaking engineering activities manage the team of employees and contractors for the delivery
• When undertaking engineering activities manage the compliance with all H&S procedures such as Putting People to Work and Distribution Safety Rules

Qualifications

Essential:

• Senior Authorised Person as defined by the Distribution Safety Rules - Preferable 132kV or 33kV however training will be provided to achieve this level of authorisation if authorised at 11kV.
• Experience in distribution systems through the range 400v to 132kV
• Educated to a minimum HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Working knowledge of distribution HV Systems
• Knowledge of Building Services Systems
• Read schematic drawings and understand content
• Work in different environments
• Identify problems, understand main issues and investigate alternatives
• Hold full driving licence
• Use Microsoft Office suite, Outlook, MS Project and other custom software packages

Desirable:

• A broad understanding of UK Power Networks directorates
• Travel around the Capital Programme's SPN portfolio of projects
• Have persuasive negotiating and influencing skills
• Ability to manage time and to meet deadlines
• To be skilful in decision-making
• Relevant Safety Qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH
• Knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations

Senior Engineer

Are you an experience Senior Engineer or Sub Agent? Are you actively looking for a new role? Then please read on!

I am currently on the lookout for a Senior Engineer to join a Water Treatment project near Tunbridge Wells. Within your role, you will provide assistance to the Site Manager providing technical inpt, coordinating design and temporary works.

Duties:

• Temporary works coordinator, ensuring all training is kept up to date and attending all internal temporary works forums
• Responsbile for all temporary works mangement on site
• Ability to review designs from subcontractors to ensure they are in line with other designs and permanent works
• Maintaining the temporary works register
• Being able to assess temporary works supervisors as well as appointing and managing them
• Assisting in mainting drawing files, register and site filing system
• Liasing and working closely with the design department
• Technical reviews of subcontractors method statements, ITPs and programmes
• Providing technical support to the Site Foreman and Site Manager
• Ensure all works are constructed to a good quality
• Lifting Appointing person duties are also preferred but not essential

Essential Qualifications:

• HNC in Civil Engineering or BTEC National

Desirable Qualifications:

• First Aid
• SSSTS
• CSCS Supervison Card
• EUSR

To find out more, please contact Sophie Clemmence in the Maidstone Branch. Or simply click apply now!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity then consider using your skills and experience by working as a Mechanical Supervisor on a permanent basis at HMP Swaleside.

As a Mechanical Supervisor you will be responsible for leading and managing the shift to deliver planned maintenance, reactive maintenance and other aid as required in order to meet sites short term and long-term goals and objectives.

Duties of the Mechanical Supervisor will include, but not limited to:

• Undertake staff appraisals providing relevant performance information to Line Managers
• To take accountability for the effective management of the tool inventory and maintain security standards within the work area.

Skills and Abilities the successful applicant should possess:

• Plumber qualified to C&G 6035 (Plumbing), C&G 6189 (Plumbing and heating) and NVQ level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent.
• Five years' experience as a plumber or equivalent
• Must be familiar with and able to work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements.
• Experience working on commercial or industrial heating and water or building services systems
• Qualified plumber with experience working on commercial or industrial mechanical or heating systems is desirable

Due to the nature of the environment, you will be asked to complete the standard Security Vetting for the establishments.

If you are interested in this Mechanical Supervisor position based at Eastcurch, Isle of Sheppey, ME12 4AX, please apply and the team will be in touch shortly.

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