Site Engineer – A66 Highways, Penrith
£450 per day | PAYE Umbrella | 3-Month Initial Contract with Scope for Extension
Our client, a Tier 1 principal contractor, is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join the team delivering major highways works on the A66 Northern Trans-Pennine project near Penrith – one of National Highways’ flagship road investment schemes, upgrading the A66 to dual carriageway between the M6 and Scotch Corner.
This is a great opportunity for a highways-experienced Site Engineer to join a high-profile, long-running National Highways scheme with genuine scope to extend well beyond the initial contract.
What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and controlling site works for a specific discipline, across both self-delivered and subcontracted packages
• Maintaining comprehensive site records, including detailed daily site diaries
• Validating allocation sheets and carrying out setting out and dimensional checks
• Maintaining survey records and producing as-built drawings
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings (reinforcement, drainage, earthworks)
• Supervising graduate and trainee engineers
• Managing specific site operations, including subcontractors
• Contributing to weekly programmes and producing short-term schedules, monitoring progress against programme
• Producing Works Package Plans, Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Task Briefing Sheets
• Producing Permits to Dig and briefing the workforce accordingly
• Delivering daily activity briefings, safety inspections and hazard identification
• Contributing to quality documentation and raising workmanship/quality issues where needed

What You’ll Need

• Highways project experience
• 2-3 years’ experience with a Tier 1 contractor
• Degree, HND or HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Valid UK driving licence and CSCS card
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualified
• Strong understanding of construction site safety and current H&S legislation
• Understanding of environmental issues (noise, dust, light, ecology) and project environmental management plans
• Solid knowledge of setting out techniques, with the ability to coach team members
• Strong knowledge of construction processes in one or more of: Earthworks/Drainage, Pavement, Comms, Structures, or Roadworks
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks

Desirable

• Basic understanding of temporary works
• Basic understanding of utilities
• Basic understanding of lifting operations
• Working towards a professional qualification (ICE, CIHT etc.)

Why Apply

• Work on one of the North of England’s most significant road infrastructure schemes
• Strong day rate with genuine long-term contract security
• Clear scope for extension beyond the initial 3 months as the project progresses

Apply now to be considered, or contact [Your Name / Consultant Details] for a confidential discussion.

Senior Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) Engineer
Warrington (Hybrid – 3 Days On Site)
£51-£56 per hour (Inside IR35)
12-Month Contract+

Help Shape the Future of One of the UK’s Most Important Nuclear Sites

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) Engineer to join a major nuclear infrastructure programme supporting critical asset life extension works at Sellafield.

You’ll play a key role in delivering the feasibility study and developing refurbishment options for Building B314, a strategically important operational facility that supports access and welfare for personnel entering the active areas of the Sellafield site. This is a technically challenging project requiring innovative engineering solutions while ensuring the building remains fully operational throughout the programme.

The Role

Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will:

• Deliver and contribute to the feasibility study for the refurbishment of Building B314’s roof and building envelope.
• Develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions that meet operational, safety and customer requirements.
• Lead and coordinate engineering work packages across multiple disciplines.
• Participate in and support design reviews, HAZOPs and technical assurance activities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with company quality management systems, engineering standards and relevant legislation.
• Work collaboratively with project stakeholders to deliver high-quality engineering outputs.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an experienced engineer who can work independently while providing technical leadership on complex engineering projects.

You’ll ideally have:

• Minimum 5 years’ engineering design experience.
• At least 5 years’ experience working within a highly regulated industry, ideally including 3 years within nuclear.
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of civil, structural and architectural engineering principles.
• Experience delivering feasibility studies, refurbishment or asset life extension projects.
• The ability to coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities.
• A good understanding of relevant engineering codes, standards and safety legislation.
• HNC/HND as a minimum (Degree preferred).
• Evidence of continued professional development (Chartered status desirable).

Security Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to work within the UK nuclear industry and hold or be able to obtain the following:

• BPSS Clearance (minimum to start)
• Sellafield Site Clearance (SL Clearance)
• P1 or P4 Pass
• SC Clearance is desirable (or transferable if already held with another organisation)

Why Apply?

• Long-term contract with excellent extension potential.
• Hybrid working (3 days per week in Warrington).
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant nuclear infrastructure.
• Join a highly experienced engineering team delivering complex asset life extension projects.
• Competitive £51-£56/hour Inside IR35.

If you’re an experienced Senior CSA Engineer looking for your next challenge within the nuclear sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Principal Civil, Structural & Architectural Engineer

Westlakes, Cumbria | Hybrid (3 Days Onsite)

£61/hour (Inside IR35) | 12+ Month Contract | SC Clearance Required
Lead the delivery of a key infrastructure refurbishment project within one of the UK’s most important nuclear programmes.
We’re seeking an experienced Principal CS&A Engineer to take the technical lead on a major building refurbishment feasibility study at a highly regulated nuclear facility. This is an excellent opportunity to influence engineering strategy, develop innovative solutions, and work alongside multidisciplinary teams on a safety-critical project.
As the Principal Engineer, you’ll lead the development of engineering options for a significant roof refurbishment programme, ensuring solutions meet technical, operational, and regulatory requirements while extending the life of an essential nuclear facility.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the delivery of a feasibility study for a major building refurbishment project.
• Develop and assess engineering options aligned with outline project requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the engineering lifecycle.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, practical engineering solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with nuclear industry standards, safety requirements and engineering best practice.
• Engage with key stakeholders and provide technical assurance throughout the project.

What We’re Looking For

• Over 10 years’ experience influencing engineering practice and delivering complex engineering solutions.
• Strong background in Civil, Structural & Architectural Engineering within highly regulated industries.
• Experience leading feasibility studies, refurbishment or infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management and technical leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Familiarity with a broad range of engineering technologies and techniques.

Clearance Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to work in a security-cleared environment and hold:

• SC Clearance
• P1 or P4 Pass
• BPSS (minimum to commence)

What’s On Offer?

• £61/hour (Inside IR35)
• 12+ month contract
• Hybrid working – 3 days per week at Westlakes, Cumbria
• Opportunity to lead a high-profile project within the UK nuclear sector.
• Long-term contract with a respected engineering organisation.

If you’re a Principal CS&A Engineer looking for your next challenge on a complex, safety-critical programme, we’d love to hear from you.

CE&I Design Engineer – nuclear

£46-£51 per Hour (Inside IR35) | Long-Term Contract | Sellafield | Full-Time On Site

Shape the Future of UK Nuclear Infrastructure

Are you an experienced Control, Electrical & Instrumentation (CE&I) Design Engineer looking to work on one of the UK’s most technically challenging nuclear programmes?
We’re seeking a talented engineer to join a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality CE&I design solutions across major Sellafield projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in developing engineering designs that support the safe operation, refurbishment and decommissioning of critical nuclear facilities.
If you thrive in a highly regulated environment and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, this role offers the chance to make a real impact.

The Role

As a CE&I Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for producing and developing engineering designs from concept through to detailed design, ensuring compliance with nuclear standards and project requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Producing CE&I design documentation, calculations and engineering deliverables
• Developing electrical, control and instrumentation designs, schematics and layouts
• Preparing and reviewing engineering drawings, specifications and technical reports
• Ensuring designs comply with Sellafield engineering standards, safety cases and site licence conditions
• Supporting design reviews and providing technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering, safety, construction and commissioning teams
• Identifying and resolving technical design challenges to support successful project delivery

What We’re Looking For

You’ll ideally have:

• Proven experience as a CE&I Design Engineer within the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry
• Experience producing detailed electrical, control and instrumentation design packages
• Strong understanding of relevant BS EN, IEC and industry standards
• Knowledge of engineering design processes, calculations and technical documentation
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineering or a related discipline

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working on Sellafield projects or within the UK nuclear industry
• Familiarity with nuclear design substantiation and engineering assurance processes
• Experience supporting projects from concept through to installation and commissioning
• Current SC Clearance, or the ability to obtain clearance

What’s on Offer?

? £46-£51 per hour – Inside IR35
? Long-term contract with excellent extension potential
? Work on one of the UK’s flagship nuclear programmes
? Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary engineering team
? Deliver technically challenging projects that contribute to critical national infrastructure
? Gain invaluable experience within one of Europe’s most complex engineering environments
If you’re a CE&I Design Engineer looking for your next contract on a major nuclear programme, this is your opportunity to work on industry-leading projects with real national significance.
Apply today and help deliver the next generation of engineering solutions at Sellafield.