Expert Engineering Recruiter for the Process Engineering Industry
At ATA Recruitment, we are proud to be a specialist engineering recruiter for the UK's process engineering sector. With nearly two decades of dedicated experience, we’ve built a robust recruitment framework tailored to meet the needs of highly regulated, process-driven industries.
We work extensively with systems integrators and equipment manufacturers across food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, chemicals, brewing, and environmental sectors. From sourcing engineers for greenfield facility projects to supporting equipment upgrades and automation, we have the talent networks and sector expertise to deliver.
Deep Sector Understanding
The process engineering industry is known for its technical complexity and critical compliance standards. Whether you're designing a wastewater treatment plant or installing cleanroom systems in a pharmaceutical facility, you need professionals who understand the nuances of your operations.
We don’t just match CVs to job specs, we provide informed recruitment support grounded in an understanding of sector-specific challenges.
Why choose ATA?
We work closely with clients to deeply understand your process, technology, and project needs. Our recruitment specialists ask the right technical questions to identify qualified candidates quickly and accurately. This allows us to build customised screening frameworks that assess skill, sector experience, and compliance knowledge.
We are known for finding ‘unfindable’ candidates for complex process design roles. Whether you need a contract engineer for a six-month controls project or a permanent hire to lead a multi-million-pound facility upgrade, we deliver quickly, thoroughly, and with total transparency.
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Latest Jobs In Process Engineering
Construction Manager (UAE)
£500 - 550 per day
United Arab Emirates
Construction Manager UAE (Middle East) 12–18 month contract (likelihood of extension) £500 p/d - £550 p/d + expenses (Outside IR35) Bulk Materials Handling / Process Plant / Construction management Our client is a UK-based engineering contractor delivering a major aggregates processing plant in the UAE. They require an experienced Construction Manager to lead on-site delivery across civils, steel structures, conveyors and process plant installation. Key Responsibilities: • Manage daily site activities across mechanical, electrical, structural and civil works • Oversee installation of conveyors, crushers, screens and steel structures • Ensure full compliance with CDM, HSE and Zero Harm standards • Review and manage RAMS, Lift Plans and subcontractor scopes • Control site permits, site logistics and delivery sequencing • Lead toolbox talks, progress meetings and site reporting • Resolve safety, quality and programme issues Requirements: • 5–10 years’ experience in heavy engineering or industrial construction • Strong background in conveyors, steelwork or bulk materials handling • Experience on aggregates, mining or process plant projects • Confident managing RAMS, Lift Plans and engineering drawings • Able to work on a resident or rotational basis in the UAE Qualifications: • HNC/HND in Engineering • SMSTS • CSCS Black • First Aid Desirable: IOSH / NEBOSH, commissioning, AutoCAD, ATEX / DSEAR, ISO 9001 & 14001 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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Electrical Project Manager
£450 - 500 per day
Manchester
** Electrical Project Manager ** Rate: £450p/d - £500p/d Initial 6-month contract (likelihood of extension) – outside IR35 (Limited Co.) Manchester / Warrington / Wigan / Bolton / Liverpool Projects / Process / Electrical / Food / Installations My client specialises in process and food industries across the UK, they are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Project Manager, for an initial 6-month contract, with the likelihood of extension. For the position of Project Manager - Electrical & Process, you will require to conduct the following daily duties: Reporting to the Operations Director, you will lead the development of projects Assessing all electrical and Process existing site systems and set-up Oversee installations to required standards Coordinate with production to minimise disruption Diagnose and resolve any electrical issues Carry out inspections and audits on site Manage project budgets and monitor costs and performance The successful Project Manager – Electrical & Process, will need to have the following attributes: Apprentice trained ideally to NVQ L3/HNC Electrical Engineering minimum AMP / AM2 Project Management In-depth food and process engineering experience A strong communicator, Leader, organised, flexible mindset, strive for excellence Flexible to work in the office/on-site where required. The benefits of this position: Working with a highly reputable engineering projects organisation Further contract project scope within the business Outside IR35 – Limited company or CIS suitable I am looking to speak to talented interim Project Managers from Electrical & Process, and food background, who are looking for a rewarding and challenging position. For more information on this please contact Dom Firth – 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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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
£45000 - 45000 per year Days + Overtime
Sheffield
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer £45,000 + Overtime + 33 Days Holiday + Days Only + Social Events + Excellent Benefits Shifts: Monday – Friday (6–2 / 2–10) Location: Sheffield The Company We’re working with a long-established, medium-sized manufacturer that’s currently investing heavily in its people, site, and equipment. The business operates a complex, process-led production facility, offering engineers a varied, technically interesting, and stable environment to develop their skills. Due to continued growth and increased production demand, they’re now looking to add a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to their team. The Role As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be responsible for: • Responding to mechanical and electrical breakdowns to keep production running smoothly. • Carrying out preventative and planned maintenance tasks across the site. • Working with a range of rotating, process, and electrical equipment. • Fault finding on motors, sensors, conveyors, and associated control systems. • Supporting installation, upgrade, and continuous improvement projects. This is a hands-on, days-only position suited to a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for long-term stability and progression. About You We’re looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong mechanical background and basic electrical fault-finding capability. • NVQ Level 3 qualified in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Multi-Skilled). • Experience within manufacturing, process, or heavy industry environments. • Welding, pipefitting, or PLC exposure would be advantageous. • Proactive, adaptable, and team-focused approach to maintenance. Why Apply? This Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer role offers a competitive days-only salary, excellent job security, and genuine opportunities for career progression, including future leadership potential. • Ongoing investment in machinery and people. • Strong site culture with social events and development opportunities. Interested? If you’re interested in applying for this Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer position, please apply directly or get in touch to arrange a confidential discussion: max.carling@ata-recruitment.co.uk 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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EC&I Engineer
£43 - 48 per hour
West Yorkshire
Electrical Controls & Instrumentation Engineer West Yorkshire £42.50 - £47.50 p/h DOE (outside IR35) 3-6 Month Contract Instrumentation / Siemens TIA Portal / Allen Bradley / Design I am currently recruiting for a skilled EC&I Engineer to be based in West Yorkshire on a 3–6-month contract with a key client who require an immediate starter. As an EC&I Engineer, you will require to conduct the following duties: Control panel design for complex automated systems Producing P&IDs, functional specifications, HDS/SDS documentation Full PLC and control systems specification Working mainly with Siemens TIA Portaland Allen Bradley Supporting multi-skilled engineers through commissioning The successful EC&I Engineer will need to have the following attributes: Strong background in EC&I designs Knowledge of fans, valves, valve sets, sensors, and instrumentation Previous experience with automated machinery in a regulated environment Ability to produce high-quality design documentation Strong teamwork skills and ability to hit the ground running Benefits of this position Flexible working hours with overtime available Outside IR35 Immediate start I am looking to speak to talented EC&I 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 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 - 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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