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Latest Jobs In Process Engineering
Project Engineer
£50000 - 50000 per year Regular Days + 15% Pension
Sheffield
Project Engineer Job Role – Project Engineer £50,000 + 15% Pension + 33 Days Holiday + Continuous Training + Great Work life Balance + Many More Benefits Shifts – Mon – Fri (8:30 – 16:30) Location - Sheffield / Barnsley / Chapeltown The Company Our client is giving you the chance, as a project engineer, to work for a company that operates in the FMCG/chemical industry. As a project engineer, you will have the chance to work on a state-of-the-art site that is going to be seeing incredible investment levels in the coming years! The Role As a project engineer, your responsibilities will include: Leading project management on industrial machinery and managing projects from start to finish Working with a CMMS Driving Continuous Improvement Requirements To be a successful project manager, our client requires: Desirable HNC / Degree in engineering Previous background in dealing with projects in an industrial manufacturing setting Great communication skills Benefits You will receive the following benefits as a project engineer: An attractive salary of £50k Great work life balance with great hours Chance to make this role your own Attractive pension of up to 15% If you are a project engineer, interviews can be arranged immediately so apply by following the online instructions or send a CV to max.carling@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Mechanical Design Engineer
£35 - 40 per hour
South Yorkshire
Mechanical Design Engineer South Yorkshire Initial 6 month contract / Outside IR35 £35.00p/h - £40.00p/h Nuclear / Mining / Industrial / Materials Handling / Fabrication I am recruiting for a well-established world leader within design in materials handling & fabrication. Due to ongoing projects in the business, they are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer on an interim basis. Initially there is a commitment of 6 months, but this is very likely to be extended due to project scope for a successful candidate: For the position of Mechanical Design Engineer, you will require to conduct the following daily duties: 3D design and detailing using Autodesk Inventor Supporting calcs within the design team Design of heavy to medium industrial machinery Report into the design team lead & project manager The successful Mechanical Design Engineer will need to have the following attributes: Strong appreciation of materials handling and heavy engineering disciplines Expert in the use and knowledge of Autodesk Inventor An astute professional, with the ability to excel within a design team Qualified to degree level (preferable) – Mechanical Engineering or equivalent A team player, who strives for excellence The benefits of this position: Highly project based in a heavy to medium materials handling capacity Autonomous role to see through full project lifecycle Flexible working for the right candidate Outside IR35 (Ltd. Co. suitable) I am looking to speak to talented Mechanical Design Engineers who are looking for a rewarding and highly challenging position. For more information please contact Dom Firth (07892789342), Recruitment Specialist at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Project Engineer
£300 - 350 per day
Bradford
Project Engineer Bradford Bingley Shipley Halifax Huddersfield 6-month contract (likelihood extension) Outside IR35 £300.00p/d - £350.00p/d Food / Beverage / Pharma / Chemical I am currently recruiting for a key client who are leaders in the design, manufacture, and installation of tanks and pressure vessels. Due to ongoing and recent projects, they require an experienced Project Engineer with a proven track record in driving multiple projects and delivering operational excellence. Initially there is a commitment of 6 months, but due to the scope of work this is very likely to be extended. For the position of Project Engineer you will require to conduct the following daily duties: Ability to manage upwards of 30 small projects at any one time Communicate with internal & external stakeholders Overseeing the design, installation & commissioning of key projects Communicating with customers regularly Use of Microsoft Dynamics and other Microsoft software The successful Project Engineer will need to have the following attributes: Highly experienced mechanical engineer working through full project lifecycles Knowledge of process applications including vessels, pumps, valves, pipework etc Autonomous and driven working within tight time scales and budgets An astute professional, strong relationship and interpersonal skills A team player, who strives for excellence The benefits of this position: Highly project based engineering environment Autonomous roles to see through full project lifecycles 5 days a week in the office Outside IR35 I am looking to speak to talented Project Engineers who are looking for a rewarding and highly challenging position. For more information please contact Dom Firth (07892789342), Recruitment Consultant at ATA Recruitment. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Controls Engineer - Process
£40 - 50 per hour
Immingham
** Controls Engineer - Process ** Northeast Lincolnshire 12-24 months full time contract Inside IR35 (PAYE / Umbrella) Rate: £40.00 - £50.00p/h - DOE DeltaV / Process Control / Chemical plant / manufacturing / SCADA HMI I am recruiting for a global leading process manufacturing organisation, who are an established supplier of fundamental products and materials to wider global markets. Due to continued growth, they are looking to align global processes and control systems. They require an experienced Controls Engineer with Process manufacturing experience, on an interim basis for an initial 12 month contract (likely 2 years+), to oversee the continued maintenance and upgrade of existing control systems and processes. For this position of Process Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for the following duties: Maintain the upkeep of the process control systems and applications Ensuring everything is backed Up Support Process Improvement and Process Engineering teams in the development and programming of control sequences Utilizing standards developed for programming of DCS, ESD and SCADA HMI packages Examine and translate users' requirements and/or equipment-related process control queries into appropriate solutions Develop/update standards for any new/modified control system architecture Ensure change management practices are followed when altering the control system Provide input on new technologies considered and stay abreast of technology development and its application, i.e. Advanced Process Control. Develop recommendations for the improvement of infrastructure Assist with operational implementation of the process control and infrastructure modifications and upgrades Provide technical expertise in support of capital projects, process evaluation, and project modifications The successful Process Controls Engineer will need to have the following attributes: HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical/Controls (EC&I) or similar Demonstrate relevant experience in Process Control and Safety Shutdown hardware, software and configuration Emerson DeltaV experience essential ABB System6 experience would be an advantage Experience within a continuous manufacturing process environment (ideally a top-tier COMAH site) preferred Demonstrated ability to understand fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving techniques using Process Control systems and Data Historian. Experience in communication systems such as OPC, Modbus, ethernet networking would be advantageous The benefits of this position: Working for a world class global leading organisation Ability to work on tasks and complete jobs autonomously Long term contract position Highly competitive rates on PAYE or UMBRELLA. (NOT Limited co. suitable) I am looking to speak to experienced Controls Engineers who are looking for a highly challenging and rewarding position in a world class manufacturing environment. For more information please contact Luke Corr, Recruitment Manager at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Sales Manager
£60000 - 80000 per year Car Allowance + Profit Bonus up to £10k + 5% Pension + BUPA
Alfreton
Sales Manager Derbyshire £60,000 – 80,000 + Car Allowance + Profit Bonus up to £10,000 + 5% Matched Pension + BUPA Cover The Company Our customer specialises in the provision of specialist mechanical systems used in a number of industrial sectors which provide heating, cooling, condensing and compression of fluids and gases. The systems are bespoke and skid mounted compromising of a combination of heat exchangers, pressure vessels and the associated pipework and instrumentation required. The projects the company deliver can range anywhere from £50,000 - £100,000 (stand alone specialised equipment) up to £1 Million plus (full bespoke systems). The company employ 800 globally and have been on an incredible growth journey in recent years seeing their turnover grow from £30 million to £80 million. The company’s ambition does not stop there with plans to double their turnover in the next three to four years. In the UK the business focuses on sales and design with 30 employees. The business has identified a new target market in Petrochemical/Oil &Gas and as part of their strategic plan are now looking for a Sales Manager to join the business and establish and grow this revenue stream. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Sales Manager to join a growing business with a clear plan and direction of their future. ATA Search are working with the customer on a retained basis and all applications for the role will be vetted by us. If you would like to learn more about the opportunity, please apply online for consideration. The Role The company already have strong market presence in a number of sectors including waste to energy, hydrogen storage and power generation. As part of their strategic growth, they now want to target growth in the Petrochemical and Oil & Gas sectors with core focus for the revenue stream being in the UK and Europe. The company have a clear three-year plan for growth having researched the market value and now need an experienced Sales Manager to join the business and work with them to deliver the plan. The business wants to grow the revenue stream from £3 million to £12 million over a three-year period. The company already has a number of customers they sell systems to in allied markets who will be targets for the Petrochemical and Oil & Gas sectors. Along side these you will be looking to identify new business targets which will be a combination of OEM, EPC and end user customers. The key focuses for the Sales Manager role will be: Fleshing out the 30/60/90 day plan in more detail as you begin to understand the market and task at hand. Generating RFQs for systems Building up cost proposals for bids – as the role grows the company aim to provide support in this area Leveraging cross over selling opportunities with existing customers. Researching target customers for new business opportunities. Attending industry trade shows to network and generate new contacts. Approaching key points of contact in customers to sell the business and its capabilities (typically engineers, buyers and supply chain leads) Ensuring you are winning projects at target profit levels (minimum 15%) The Candidate To be successful in your application for this Sales Manager role you will need to have a sales background within: Technical sales within the Petrochemical or Oil & Gas Industry Or to have sold systems containing heat exchangers of pressure vessels Or to have sold any type of skid based mounted process related systems. On top of this you will need: A strong appetite for new business development Some form of supporting qualification To be a strong negotiator To be happy travelling to the Derbyshire office one to two days a week (three days a week ideally initially during the onboarding process) To have a solution and consultative sales style focused on value added selling The Benefits For this Sales Manager role the following benefits are on offer: £60,000 – 80,000 Up to £10,000 profit related bonus Company Car Allowance Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme 5% matched pension ATA Search are working with the customer on a retained basis and all application for the role will be vetted by us. If you would like to learn more about the opportunity please apply online for consideration. Alternatively, you can email kristi.hopwood@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Project Engineer
£300 - 350 per day
West Yorkshire
Project Engineer Bradford Bingley Shipley Halifax Huddersfield 6-month contract (likelihood extension) Outside IR35 £300.00p/d - £350.00p/d Food / Beverage / Pharma / Chemical I am currently recruiting for a key client who are leaders in the design, manufacture, and installation of tanks and pressure vessels. Due to ongoing and recent projects, they require an experienced Project Engineer with a proven track record in driving multiple projects and delivering operational excellence. Initially there is a commitment of 6 months, but due to the scope of work this is very likely to be extended. For the position of Project Engineer you will require to conduct the following daily duties: Ability to manage upwards of 30 small projects at any one time Communicate with internal & external stakeholders Overseeing the design, installation & commissioning of key projects Communicating with customers regularly Use of Microsoft Dynamics and other Microsoft software The successful Project Engineer will need to have the following attributes: Highly experienced mechanical engineer working through full project lifecycles Knowledge of process applications including vessels, pumps, valves, pipework etc Autonomous and driven working within tight time scales and budgets An astute professional, strong relationship and interpersonal skills A team player, who strives for excellence The benefits of this position: Highly project based engineering environment Autonomous roles to see through full project lifecycles 5 days a week in the office Outside IR35 I am looking to speak to talented Project Engineers who are looking for a rewarding and highly challenging position. For more information please contact Dom Firth (07892789342), Recruitment Consultant at ATA Recruitment. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Mechanical Design Enigneer
£35 - 40 per hour
Greater Manchester
** Mechanical Design Engineer ** Food Machinery / Plant lay-out / GA’s / Food industry / Solidworks Location: Greater Manchester / Trafford Park 6-12 month contract / project £35.00 - £40.00p/h DOE – Outside IR35 Our client: Our client is a leading UK Engineering, projects, and installations company, managing large EPC projects for major blue chip FMCG manufacturers UK wide. They are recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer, for a 6-12-month contract, with the likelihood of long-term extensions. You will be expected to oversee a small team of installation electricians across sites UK wide (mainly Northern based) within FMCG & food process manufacturing. Due to an influx of projects, they are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a contracts basis to assist on key projects. For the position of Mechanical Design Engineer, you will require to conduct the following daily duties: Producing designed and detailed manufacturing drawings in accordance with the project requirements for major food brand blue chip organisations Ability to design utilising CAD - Solidworks and AutoCAD site surveys - measure up Steel platforms, Pipework, layouts, Conveyors etc Good understanding relating to steps for fabrication processes Fabrications & installation drawings GA’s / Isometrics / Guarding etc The successful Mechanical Design Engineer will need to have the following attributes: Apprentice trained ideally to NVQ L3/HNC Mechanical Engineering Solidworks & AutoCAD conversant Experienced in Food plant lay-outs and capital equipment design In depth Food Industry projects & site survey experience A team player, flexible mindset, who strives for excellence Commutable to Greater Manchester The benefits of this position: A highly reputable EPCM Working in the office 5 days a week – part of the team Minimum 6–12-month contract with potential for longer Outside IR35 – Limited company suitable I am looking to speak to talented contract Mechanical Design Engineers who are looking for a rewarding and challenging technical position for a 6 -12-month contract. For more information on this please contact Luke Corr, Recruitment Manager, at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Process Controls Maintenance Technician
£40 - 45 per hour Inside IR35
Immingham
** Process Controls Maintenance Technician ** Northeast Lincolnshire 12-month full time contract Inside IR35 (PAYE / Umbrella) Rate: £40.00 - £45.00p/h - DOE Process Control / Chemical plant / manufacturing / DeltaV / SCADA HMI I am recruiting for a global leading process manufacturing organisation, who are an established supplier of fundamental products and materials to wider global markets. Due to continued growth, they are looking to align global processes and control systems. They require an experienced Process Controls Technician on an interim basis for an initial 12 month contract (with likely extension), to oversee the continued maintenance and upgrade of existing control systems and processes For this position of Process Controls Trchnician, you will be responsible for the following duties: Maintain the upkeep of the process control systems and applications Ensuring everything is backed Up Support Process Improvement and Process Engineering teams in the development and programming of control sequences Utilizing standards developed for programming of DCS, ESD and SCADA HMI packages Examine and translate users' requirements and/or equipment-related process control queries into appropriate solutions Develop/update standards for any new/modified control system architecture Ensure change management practices are followed when altering the control system Provide input on new technologies considered and stay abreast of technology development and its application, i.e. Advanced Process Control. Develop recommendations for the improvement of infrastructure Assist with operational implementation of the process control and infrastructure modifications and upgrades Provide technical expertise in support of capital projects, process evaluation, and project modifications The successful Process Controls Technician will need to have the following attributes: HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical/Controls (EC&I) or similar Demonstrate relevant experience in Process Control and Safety Shutdown hardware, software and configuration Emerson DeltaV experience essential ABB System6 experience would be an advantage Experience within a continuous manufacturing process environment (ideally a top-tier COMAH site) preferred Demonstrated ability to understand fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving techniques using Process Control systems and Data Historian. Experience in communication systems such as OPC, Modbus, ethernet networking would be advantageous The benefits of this position: Working for a world class global leading organisation Ability to work on tasks and complete jobs autonomously Long term contract position Highly competitive rates on PAYE or UMBRELLA. I am looking to speak to experienced Controls Process Engineers who are looking for a highly challenging and rewarding position. For more information please contact Luke Corr, Recruitment Manager at ATA Recruitment. ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and General Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website - By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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