Engineering Recruitment Staffordshire
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Staffordshire builds diggers for the world, makes the equipment that links offshore wind to the grid and has been a centre of heavy engineering since the Industrial Revolution. Bernoullis delivers engineering recruitment Staffordshire employers can rely on, from Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford to Burton, Lichfield and Tamworth. Our engineers recruit engineers who know the work.
If you are comparing recruitment agencies in Stoke-on-Trent, the difference with Bernoullis is simple: we only recruit engineers, and every candidate is screened by someone who understands the work.
Why Staffordshire Needs Specialist Engineering Recruitment
Engineering recruitment Staffordshire employers need starts with two global names. JCB has been at Rocester since 1950 and employs more than 8,000 people in the UK. It has announced a £100m investment at its world headquarters, including a £60m automated paint plant, and has developed a hydrogen combustion engine approved for sale across much of Europe. In Stafford, GE Vernova makes HVDC valves and converter transformers that connect offshore wind farms to the grid. It has doubled its valve manufacturing capacity and expected to create around 600 new UK jobs by the end of 2025.
The county also sits at the heart of UK infrastructure. HS2 runs for 12 miles through Lichfield District and joins the West Coast Main Line near Handsacre. On the county’s southern edge, the i54 South Staffordshire business park is home to JLR’s electric propulsion factory and Moog’s aerospace plant.
Stoke-on-Trent adds heavy engineering and materials science. Goodwin plc has run its foundry and machining business since 1883, Michelin retreads truck tyres in the city, and Lucideon provides materials testing for aerospace, nuclear and healthcare. In Burton, Molson Coors runs its largest brewery in Western Europe. We recruit engineering jobs in Stoke, engineering jobs in Stafford, engineering jobs in Burton and across the whole county.
- Construction and agricultural machinery
- HVDC and grid equipment manufacturing
- Heavy engineering, foundry and materials
- Brewing, food and process engineering
Staffordshire Projects Creating Engineering Jobs
These investments drive demand for engineering recruitment Staffordshire wide. Figures come from published sources.
JCB, Rocester
A £100m investment at JCB’s world headquarters, including a £60m fully automated paint plant.
GE Vernova, Stafford
HVDC valve and converter transformer factories supplying offshore wind links, with valve capacity doubled.
HS2 in Lichfield
Twelve miles of HS2 through Lichfield District, joining the West Coast Main Line near Handsacre.
i54 South Staffordshire
Home to JLR’s electric propulsion factory, Moog aerospace, Eurofins and ISP on the M54.
Goodwin, Stoke-on-Trent
A heavy engineering group since 1883, with a foundry on Ivy House Road and machining and fabrication at Trentham.
College investment
More than £34m of new funding for Staffordshire colleges, including a new engineering workshop in Burton and a civil engineering centre at Rodbaston.
Engineering Jobs in Staffordshire by Town
Open a town to see where we recruit and what employers need.
Stoke-on-Trent
Engineering jobs in Stoke-on-Trent include heavy engineering at Goodwin, tyre retreading at Michelin and materials testing at Lucideon. Staffordshire University’s £42m Catalyst building supports apprenticeships.
Stafford
GE Vernova’s HVDC valve and transformer factories make Stafford a centre for electrical, test and manufacturing engineers. The county’s new Institute of Technology is also in Stafford.
Burton upon Trent
Molson Coors’ brewery, its largest in Western Europe, needs process, packaging and maintenance engineers. Burton’s college is getting a new engineering workshop.
Rocester and Uttoxeter
JCB’s world headquarters and its A50 site make this the busiest area for machinery design, production and test engineers. The JCB Academy is in Rocester.
Lichfield and Handsacre
HS2 joins the West Coast Main Line near Handsacre, creating civil, rail systems and project roles.
Newcastle-under-Lyme and Keele
Keele University’s Science and Innovation Park hosts more than 60 companies and around 1,000 employees.
South Staffordshire and i54
The i54 business park near Wolverhampton hosts JLR’s electric propulsion factory and Moog’s flight control plant.
Tamworth
We recruit manufacturing, logistics and maintenance engineers for employers near the M42 and A5.
Cannock and Leek
We recruit production, maintenance and electrical engineers for manufacturers across Cannock Chase and the Staffordshire Moorlands.
Hiring Engineers in Staffordshire?
Our engineering recruitment Staffordshire team supports machinery, grid equipment, process and infrastructure employers. Tell us about the role and we’ll visit your site for free.
Engineering Recruitment Staffordshire: Our Lead Sectors
We recruit in every discipline, but these three sectors create most engineering jobs in Staffordshire.
Machinery and heavy engineering
JCB, Goodwin and the county’s machinery suppliers need design, production, test and maintenance engineers. Hydrogen engine and automation experience are increasingly valuable.
HV and grid equipment
Engineering jobs in Stafford include HVDC valve and transformer design, test and manufacturing roles at GE Vernova, one of the UK’s key grid equipment makers.
Process and materials
Engineering jobs in Burton include brewing and packaging engineering, while Stoke offers materials, ceramics and process roles.
Live Engineering Jobs in Staffordshire
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Finding Engineering Jobs in Staffordshire
Engineering jobs in Staffordshire range from designing hydrogen-powered diggers to building HVDC equipment for offshore wind and running one of Europe’s biggest breweries. Heavy engineering in Stoke and new rail infrastructure around Lichfield add even more variety.
We are engineers, so we understand your skills and where they fit. Our service is always free for candidates. Browse live vacancies or send us your CV to start.
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Where Staffordshire’s Engineers Train
Staffordshire has a strong engineering education base. Staffordshire University’s £42m Catalyst building in Stoke-on-Trent opened in 2022 for apprenticeships and skills, and Keele University became Europe’s first smart energy test site. The Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Institute of Technology, run by Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, was completed in 2025.
More than £34m of new funding is going into the county’s colleges, including a new engineering workshop at Burton and a civil engineering centre at Rodbaston. The JCB Academy in Rocester teaches engineering and business to 14 to 19-year-olds. These routes feed engineering jobs in Staffordshire every year.
- Staffordshire University Catalyst building
- Keele University
- Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Institute of Technology
- Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group
- Burton and South Derbyshire College
- JCB Academy, Rocester
Hiring Engineers in Staffordshire: What to Plan For
Big employers set pay
JCB and GE Vernova shape local salaries. We benchmark your offer so it competes.
HV and machinery skills are specialist
Grid equipment and heavy machinery need specific experience. We test it during screening.
A50, A38 and M6 commutes
Engineers travel across a large county. We map realistic journeys before approaching anyone.
These points guide every engineering recruitment Staffordshire search we run. Book a free consultation.
More Engineering Sectors We Cover in Staffordshire
Civil & Structural engineering
Civil and rail engineers for HS2 and highways schemes. Civil & Structural recruitment.
Aerospace & Defence engineering
Actuation and quality engineers for aerospace suppliers at i54. Aerospace & Defence recruitment.
Computer & Software engineering
Controls, embedded and automation engineers for manufacturers. Computer & Software recruitment.
Environmental & Energy engineering
Hydrogen and energy engineers for machinery and grid equipment. Environmental & Energy recruitment.
Biomedical engineering
Materials and validation engineers for healthcare manufacturers. Biomedical recruitment.
How We Recruit Engineers in Staffordshire
Free site visit
We visit your site anywhere in Staffordshire, free of charge.
Skills check
We confirm machinery, HV or process experience early.
Engineer-led vetting
Every candidate is screened by someone who understands the work.
Shortlist and aftercare
Two or three vetted engineers, with check-ins at 30, 60 and 90 days.
Engineering Recruitment Near Staffordshire
Recruiting beyond the county? We cover the whole West Midlands.
Engineering Recruitment Staffordshire: FAQs
Which towns do you cover for engineering recruitment in Staffordshire?
All of them, including Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford, Burton upon Trent, Uttoxeter, Lichfield, Tamworth, Cannock, Newcastle-under-Lyme and Leek.
Do you recruit for engineering jobs in Stoke-on-Trent?
Yes. We recruit heavy engineering, materials, manufacturing and maintenance engineers across the city.
What engineering jobs in Stafford do you recruit for?
HVDC and transformer design, test, manufacturing and quality roles, plus general manufacturing and maintenance positions.
Do you recruit for engineering jobs in Burton?
Yes. We recruit process, packaging, maintenance and automation engineers for brewing and food manufacturers.
How quickly can you fill a role in Staffordshire?
Our subscription clients see an average of 21 days to place. Specialist roles can take longer, and we’ll be clear about it.
Do engineers pay for your service?
No. Engineers never pay to register, apply or be put forward.
Can you supply contract engineers?
Yes. We supply contractors on day rates for launches, shutdowns and project peaks, with IR35 status agreed up front.
Are you one of the recruitment agencies in Stoke-on-Trent?
We are a specialist engineering recruitment agency based in Polegate, East Sussex, and we recruit engineers for employers in Stoke-on-Trent and across Staffordshire. We meet clients online or on site, and your first consultation and site visit are free.
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