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Permanent, contract and temporary engineering vacancies across the UK. Every role is checked by a specialist before it goes live.
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Engineering Jobs UK, Checked by Engineers
Bernoullis is a specialist engineering recruitment agency, so every one of our engineering jobs UK-wide is reviewed by someone who understands the work. We speak to the hiring manager, visit the site where we can and check the detail before a role is advertised. That means clearer job descriptions, realistic salaries and fewer surprises at interview.
Every role is vetted
We only advertise engineering vacancies we have discussed with the employer, so you know the role, salary and location are real and current.
Engineers you can talk to
Our consultants have spent years in engineering sectors. You can talk about tolerances, standards or software without having to explain the basics.
Free to apply
Our service is free for candidates. We are paid by employers, so you never pay to apply, register or be put forward for a role.
Engineering Vacancies in 8 Specialist Sectors
Use the sector filter above to narrow the board of engineering jobs UK-wide, or read more about each discipline we recruit for below.
Civil & structural
Structural, highways, rail, water and site engineering roles with consultancies and contractors.
Mechanical
Design, manufacturing, maintenance and reliability roles, including maintenance engineer jobs and manufacturing engineering jobs, from CAD-led design to plant engineering.
Electrical & electronic
Power, controls, PLC, electronics and test engineering roles across industry and infrastructure.
Aerospace & defence
Design, stress, avionics and maintenance roles, including positions that require security clearance.
Chemical & process
Process, process safety and pharmaceutical engineering roles on plants, labs and major projects.
Biomedical
Medical device design, quality and regulatory affairs roles with MedTech and healthcare employers.
Environmental & energy
Renewable energy, water, waste and sustainability roles supporting the move to net zero.
Computer & software
Embedded, software, hardware and DevOps engineering roles in product and industrial companies.
Permanent, Contract and Remote Engineering Jobs
Filter our engineering jobs UK board by employment type and work mode to find the arrangement that suits you.
Permanent roles
Long-term positions with salary, pension, holiday and progression. Ideal if you want to build your career with one employer and work towards chartership.
Contract engineering jobs
Fixed-term engineering contract work, often on a day rate, for project peaks and specialist work. We explain each role’s IR35 status and expected duration up front.
Temporary assignments
Short-term and ongoing temp roles, often with weekly pay and shift patterns, in manufacturing, process and maintenance teams.
Remote and hybrid
Remote engineering jobs and hybrid roles are most common in design, software and consultancy work. Use the work mode filter to see them.
Real Projects Behind Our Engineering Jobs
Our candidates work on the projects that keep the country moving, powered and connected. Here are a few of the environments you could be part of.
Infrastructure and rail
Viaducts, highways, stations and water networks, with consultancies, contractors and asset owners across the UK.
Renewable energy
Wind, solar and grid projects, from blade manufacturing and turbine maintenance to network design.
Power and process
Turbines, plants and process lines where mechanical, electrical and controls engineers keep operations running safely.
Find Engineering Jobs Near Me
Looking for engineering jobs near me? Enter your postcode in the distance filter or tap “Use my location”, then choose a radius from 5 to 100 miles. The board sorts roles by distance so you can see what is within a realistic commute.
Many engineers are happy to travel further for the right role, especially if it is hybrid. Try a wider radius and combine it with the work mode filter to see hybrid and remote engineering jobs alongside local on-site roles. We recruit across the whole of the UK, including:
- London and the South East
- South West and Wales
- Midlands
- East of England
- North West and North East
- Yorkshire and the Humber
- Scotland and Northern Ireland
How to Apply for Engineering Vacancies
Applying takes a few minutes. Here is what happens after you find a role you like.
Find a role
Search the board by job title, skill or keyword and use the filters to narrow your results.
Send your CV
Apply in a couple of clicks. Your CV comes straight to a consultant who understands the role.
Talk to a specialist
We call to discuss your experience, what you want next and any questions about the employer.
Interview and offer
We prepare you for interview, gather feedback and help you negotiate the offer.
How to Write an Engineering CV That Gets Interviews
Hiring managers often spend less than a minute on a first read of a CV, so make the important information easy to find. Start with a short profile that says what kind of engineer you are, your key specialisms and the type of role you want next. Follow it with your experience in reverse order, focusing on projects, responsibilities and results rather than a list of duties.
Be specific about tools, standards and qualifications. If you use SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit, MATLAB or a particular PLC platform, say so. List relevant standards such as BS 7671, ISO 9001 or AS9100, and give the status of your chartership or professional registration. Numbers help too: the value of projects you have delivered, the size of teams you have led or the savings you have made.
Keep it to two pages where possible, use a clear layout without heavy graphics, and save it as a PDF or Word document. Finally, tailor the first half of your CV to each role you apply for. It takes a few minutes and makes a big difference to how quickly your application is shortlisted.
- A clear profile at the top
- Projects and results, not just duties
- Software, standards and qualifications listed
- Chartership or registration status
- Two pages, clean layout, PDF or Word
Not sure your CV is ready? Run it through our CV checker. You get a score out of 100, the fixes that matter most and expert hints and tips in about a minute. Paste in the job advert and it will also show the keywords you are missing.
The UK Engineering Job Market
Demand for engineers remains strong across the country. Infrastructure programmes, the energy transition, advanced manufacturing, defence and digital technology all compete for experienced people, which is good news if you are looking for engineering jobs UK employers value. Many businesses report that skilled candidates are in short supply, so engineers with the right mix of technical skills and experience often have a choice of roles.
That demand is not spread evenly. Renewable energy, water, rail and power networks continue to grow, while aerospace, defence and medical devices look for engineers who can work in regulated, highly documented environments. Controls, automation and software skills are increasingly valued across every discipline, as more equipment becomes connected and data-driven.
Flexible working has also changed the market. Design and consultancy roles are more likely to offer hybrid working, while site, plant and manufacturing roles remain mostly on-site, often with shift allowances or overtime. Knowing what you want from your next move – salary, location, work pattern, progression or a particular type of project – will help us match you with the right engineering jobs UK-wide, rather than simply the nearest vacancy.
Planning Your Next Step as an Engineer
The right move can do more than increase your salary. Before you apply, think about where you want to be in three to five years. If chartered status is a goal, look for employers with a structured development scheme and a mentor who is already registered with the relevant institution, such as the ICE, IMechE, IET or IChemE.
Consider the breadth of experience a role will give you. Moving from a contractor to a consultancy, from maintenance into design or from a large organisation to a smaller one can accelerate your development, because you will often take on wider responsibility sooner. Equally, a larger employer may offer specialist training, international projects and clearer promotion routes.
Our consultants can talk through these choices with you in confidence. We will give you an honest view of how a role fits your plans, even if the answer is that it is not the right move yet.
- Chartership support and a registered mentor
- Training budget and professional memberships
- Breadth of projects and responsibility
- Clear promotion and pay review process
Tips to Stand Out at an Engineering Interview
Preparation is the easiest way to make a strong impression. Our consultants will brief you before every interview.
Research the employer
Read about their projects, products and customers, and think about how your experience fits what they do.
Prepare project examples
Choose two or three projects you can explain in detail: the problem, your role, the technical approach and the outcome.
Expect technical questions
Many engineering interviews include a technical discussion or task. Revisit the fundamentals of your discipline.
Show your safety mindset
Employers value engineers who think about risk and safety. Be ready to give an example.
Ask good questions
Ask about the team, current projects, training and progression. It shows genuine interest.
Follow up
Tell your consultant how it went straight away, so they can pass on feedback and keep things moving.
Hiring Engineers? Let Us Fill Your Vacancy.
Having spent more than 20 years embedded within the planet’s most advanced engineering sectors, we don’t just recruit for your industry – we truly understand it. Choose percentage, fixed-fee or subscription recruitment and get vetted shortlists from engineers who speak your language.
Engineering Jobs: Your Questions Answered
How do I apply for engineering jobs UK-wide with Bernoullis?
Search the board above, open a role and send your CV. A specialist consultant will review it and call you to discuss the role and your experience.
Do I have to pay to apply?
No. Our service is completely free for candidates. Employers pay our fees.
Are your engineering vacancies real and current?
Yes. We only advertise roles we have discussed with the employer, and we remove them once they are filled or closed.
How do I find engineering jobs near me?
Enter your postcode or use your location in the distance filter, then choose a radius. Roles are sorted by distance so you can see what is close to home.
Do you advertise contract engineering jobs?
Yes. We recruit for permanent, contract and temporary roles. Use the employment type filter to see contract engineering jobs, and we will explain the day rate, duration and IR35 status for each one.
Can I find remote engineering jobs on the board?
Yes. Use the work mode filter to show remote and hybrid roles. They are most common in design, software and consultancy work.
What if I cannot see the right role?
Send us your CV anyway. Many roles are filled before they are advertised, and we will contact you when something suitable comes up.
Which sectors do you recruit for?
Civil and structural, mechanical, electrical and electronic, aerospace and defence, chemical and process, biomedical, environmental and energy, and computer and software engineering.
Will you share my CV without asking me?
We will always discuss a role with you before putting you forward to an employer.
I am an employer – how do I submit a vacancy?
Use the Submit a Vacancy button below or contact our team for a free consultation.
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