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The Special Purpose Machinery sector sees companies manufacturing bespoke and custom made machines which are used across the FMCG, Automotive, Aerospace, Construction Materials Manufacturing, Logistics and numerous other sectors. ATA Recruitment has vast experience working with these companies, creating a tailored and specific approach to understand their business and it's needs. We appreciate that many of our customers need a blend of permanent and contract employees to maintain a flexible and agile workforce for when projects land, so if your machinery is bespoke, then our approach needs to be too!
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Latest Jobs In Special Purpose Machinery
Panel Wirer
£27000 - 30000 per year Overtime
Huddersfield
Panel Wirer £27,000 - £30,000, Huddersfield I am working with a key client in Yorkshire who are looking for skilled Panel Wirers / Builders on a permanent basis As a skilled Panel Wirer, you will require to conduct the following duties: Building panels working to tight timescales and deadlines Reading technical electrical engineering drawings Potential site work working with the installation team Working along side the design team to make sure work is completed The successful Panel Builder will need to have the following attributes: Highly experienced in electrical engineering Hands on experience working on components such as drives & motors Strong communication skills, with the rest of the electrical team including draughtsman 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (preferable) The benefits of this position: Excellent purpose-built state of the art facilities Day shifts working Monday to Friday with Overtime available If you are a panel wirer and are interested in the vacancy, then please contact me via email max.carling@ata-recruitment.co.uk to discuss the role in further detail 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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Welder Fabricator
£18 - 22 per hour
West Yorkshire
** Welder Fabricator ** Location: West Yorkshire 6-month temporary to permanent PAYE contract Afters fixed (4 shifts Mon - Thurs) - £17.50p/h - £18.50p/h DOE OT at 1.5 + Holiday Pay My client is a UK engineering manufacturing company based out of West Yorkshire. They design, manufacture, install and commission industrial process machinery. Due to an increase in workload, they require skilled Welder Fabricators to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis As a Welder Fabricator your key duties will include: Read and work from technical fabrication drawings Welding on all supporting steel structures and sheet metal fabrications Ensure all parts are correct and inspected as per bill of materials All MIG – done to a high standard as per company processes and procedures Working to safety critical structural standards Ensure work performed meets production timescales The successful Welder Fabricator will have the following attributes: Ideally formal qualification as a fabricator/Welder (not essential) Experience working as a skilled Welder and able to read engineering drawings Understanding of welding symbols and processes Experienced in light, medium and some large structural fabrication Team player, attention to detail Benefits: Flexible to work overtime to meet production requirements when required Opportunity for permanent employment Highly reputable manufacturing facility I am looking to speak to experienced Welder Fabricators who are looking for a rewarding and challenging position. For more information, please contact Dom Firth, Recruitment Consultant. 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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Projects Engineer / Manager
£35000 - 45000 per year Pension
West Yorkshire
Project Engineer / Manager £35/45K + Pension Baes in Leeds Are you a project engineer or manager from a capital equipment/OEM Background? Do you want to join a global market leader in its field? Then apply now The Company: Part of a well established international group, this market leading business design and manufacture complex machinery for companies all over the world. There is huge investment coming in from the wider group and as such we are looking for a projects Manager to deliver multiple high value projects for key customers in the UK and Abroad The Role: The Projects Manager will: Manage a portfolio of projects, all at different stages of the project life cycle, and of varying complexity and value. All projects are managed from cradle to grave Plan and deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the client specification Required Experience: The ideal Projects Manager will have the following skills and experience: Engineering/manufacturing background and qualification Experience planning and managing capital projects Flexible to travel and work away from home Customer facing and commercially astute Benefits: Excellent development prospects Stable and growing business that will allow you to develop within the role Competitive salary plus car and bonus Interviews can be arranged immediately so apply by following the online instructions or send a CV to Andrew.bairstow@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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Electrical Design Engineer
£40000 - 50000 per year Excellent Benefits
Burton upon Trent
Electrical Design Engineer Location: Burton-on-Trent, DE14 Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE) Holidays: 25 days + 8 bank holidays The Company: Our client is a global leader in the design and manufacture of specialist testing equipment used across a variety of high-demand industries including power generation, data centres, marine, and heavy lifting. With operations spanning multiple continents, the business delivers robust, high-capacity solutions for some of the most challenging environments worldwide. The UK site, where this role is based, is home to a multidisciplinary engineering team including Electrical, Mechanical, Software, and Systems Engineers. With turnover exceeding £40 million and a strong order book, the company continues to grow and invest in its engineering capabilities. The Role: As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design and development of advanced load testing systems capable of handling electrical loads of up to 20kW to 7000kW. You will be working collaboratively across teams to deliver detailed electrical designs from concept through to final customer sign-off, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. This is a technically varied and hands-on role ideal for someone with experience in machinery, panels, or high-power electrical systems. Key Responsibilities: Translate customer specifications into electrical definitions and technical documentation. Design and produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using AutoCAD 2D and SolidWorks Electrical Select and specify components including contactors, switches, PLCs (e.g., Siemens LOGO), and safety circuits. Perform engineering calculations including short-circuit, voltage drop, earth withstand, and power loss assessments. Collaborate with mechanical and systems teams for full product integration. Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical drawings. Support customer-witnessed testing and ensure design meets industry regulations such as the Machinery Directive, BS, and ISO standards. Engage with vendors and suppliers to support prototyping and component sourcing. Qualifications & Experience: Proven ability to create and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Proficient with AutoCAD 2D; experience with SolidWorks Electrical is a bonus. Background in machinery, control panels, site infrastructure, or power systems. Understanding of both low- and high-voltage electrical design. Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering preferred, but not essential. Minimum 3 years’ experience in a relevant design environment. Strong communication skills, team-oriented, and customer-focused. Competent in Microsoft Office and understanding of BOM structures. The Benefits: Salary up to £50,000 (DOE) 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays 7% employer pension contribution Company Sick Pay On-site parking Employee discount scheme Flexible working hours Supportive onboarding and product training How to Apply: If you’re a driven and capable Electrical Design Engineer looking to work on technically exciting projects in a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you. 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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Lead Sales Engineer
£40000 - 45000 per year 20% Commission of basic salary, Company vehicle, Pension, 23 Days holiday + stats
Leicestershire
Lead Sales Engineer Midlands based – UK wide coverage £40,000 – 45,000 + 20% Bonus of Annual Salary (OTE Up to £54k) + Business Expensed Company Car + 23 Days Holiday (Rising to 25) + Stats + Competitive Pension + Life Assurance The Company My client is a well-known and leading manufacturer of light to medium machines supplying directly into industries such as Food, Medical and Building Materials which is part of a £500m group. Due to the retirement of their long-serving Sales Manager, there is now a rare opportunity for a skilled Lead Sales Engineer to take over a well-established sales department, and a huge opportunity to grow and develop some exciting client relationships. The Role This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious, driven individual looking for a challenging and rewarding Sales Management role. With current revenue at c£700k annually, It will be your job to source and convert new business opportunities by utilising either established market knowledge or sales acumen. You will conduct proactive, key account management and prospecting of all existing and new clients, looking for cross selling opportunities within product range, etc. The role will be a 50/50 mix of new business development and existing customer relationship building. Alongside building relationships with end customers, the successful Lead Sales Engineer will be focussing on identifying and building relationships with key distributors to increase sales revenues. Key responsibilities: Sales of industrial bagging systems to target markets New business development Management of existing clients Facilitating customer demonstration Increasing sales revenue annually Facilitating the transition to more distributor focussed sales over solely end customer focussed sales Expected 250 direct customer visits per year Following up on leads passed over by the marketing team Travel c1-2 nights per week across the UK (primarily focussed on Midlands/Yorkshire) The Person To be successful in your application for this Lead Sales Engineer role you will need to: Track record in business development sales and or account management role ideally at management level A proven track record in selling bespoke, capital equipment or engineering capital equipment services Technical understanding by experience not necessarily a qualification Good IT skills Willing to travel extensively across the Midlands and North Work well under pressure and thrive within a sales environment The Benefits £40,000 – 45,000 20% commission of basic salary Business expensed company vehicle Company Pension 23 Days Holiday + Stats 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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Technical Sales Engineer - North of England
£45000 - 55000 per year + Car Allowance + Benefits Full-Time | Hybrid Working
York
Technical Sales Engineer – North of England Field-Based | Covering Northern England & Scotland £45,000 – £55,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits Full-Time | Hybrid Working | Immediate Start Available Referenace: BP 193 About the Company Our client is a well-established, internationally active engineering organisation with over 40 years of experience in delivering materials handling systems for the wastewater treatment sector. With a strong presence in the UK and operations across Europe, North America, and Australia, the company is known for its high-quality, engineered solutions and commitment to innovation. The UK team is based across two sites, with a focus on design, project management, and client support, while manufacturing is carried out in Sweden. The company serves a wide range of industries including municipal wastewater, biowaste, pulp and paper, and industrial processing. Role Overview This is a field-based position responsible for managing and expanding the company’s presence across the North of England and Scotland, from Derbyshire to the Highlands. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full sales lifecycle, from initial enquiry and site survey through to quotation, negotiation, and project handover. This role offers the opportunity to work on projects ranging from £10,000 to over £1.6 million, and is ideal for a technically proficient sales professional with a background in engineering and process equipment. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, including major utilities and Tier 1 contractors. Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the Northern region. Conduct site surveys, assess technical feasibility, and gather specifications for bespoke solutions. Prepare and present detailed technical quotations, including costings, installation requirements, and project timelines. Collaborate with internal teams (design, procurement, and project management) to ensure seamless project execution. Attend industry events, exhibitions, and client meetings to promote the company’s capabilities. Provide regular sales forecasts, activity reports, and market feedback to senior management. Candidate Requirements Essential: Proven experience in technical sales, ideally within the wastewater, process equipment, or heavy industry sectors. Strong engineering background, with a minimum of HND qualification. Proficiency in CAD and the ability to interpret and work with technical drawings. Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the North of England and Scotland. Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule, including overnight stays when required. Desirable: Existing network of contacts within the wastewater or utilities sector. Experience with shaftless screw conveyors, compactors, silo tanks, and screening systems. Familiarity with project costing, installation logistics, and client handover processes. What’s on Offer Competitive base salary of £45,000 – £55,000, depending on experience. Car allowance, company credit card, and food/mileage expenses 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Pension scheme with 4% employer match. Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and agile hours. Comprehensive product and systems training. Clear path for career progression, with opportunities to move into senior sales roles as the team expands. As ATA Recruitment are working closely with this client, we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1st interview over the phone and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation. If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the coming few weeks, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details. Contact: Bhav Patel Recruitment Consultant 07704543752 Bhavesh.patel@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 Search 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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Technical Sales Engineer - South East England
£45000 - 55000 per year - Car allowance, company credit card, and food/mileage expenses
Brighton
Technical Sales Engineer – South East England Field-Based | Covering South East Region £45,000 – £55,000 + Car Allowance + + Benefits Full-Time | Hybrid Working | Immediate Start Available Reference: BP 192 About the Company Our client is a well-established, internationally operating engineering firm with over four decades of experience delivering materials handling solutions to the wastewater treatment industry. With design and project management teams based in the UK and manufacturing operations in mainland Europe, the company serves a wide range of sectors including municipal wastewater, biowaste, pulp and paper, and industrial processing. The business has experienced consistent growth over the past several years and is now seeking to expand its UK sales team with the appointment of a Technical Sales Engineer to cover the South East of England. Role Overview This is a field-based role focused on both developing new business and managing existing client relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full sales cycle—from initial enquiry and site survey through to quotation, negotiation, and project handover. Projects typically range in value from £10,000 to over £1 million, and the role requires a strong technical understanding of process equipment, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, procurement teams, and senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the South East region. Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients, including major utilities and Tier 1 contractors. Conduct detailed site surveys and feasibility assessments. Prepare and present technical quotations, including cost breakdowns, installation logistics, and project timelines. Collaborate with internal design and project teams to ensure accurate and timely project delivery. Attend industry events and exhibitions to promote the company’s capabilities and expand market presence. Provide regular sales activity reports and revenue forecasts to senior management. Candidate Requirements Essential: Proven experience in technical sales, ideally within the wastewater, process equipment, or heavy industry sectors. Strong engineering background. Proficiency in CAD and the ability to interpret technical drawings. Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South East. Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule, including overnight stays when required. Desirable: Existing network of contacts within the wastewater or utilities sector. Experience with shaftless screw conveyors, compactors, silo tanks, and screening systems. Familiarity with project costing, installation logistics, and client handover processes. What’s on Offer Competitive base salary of £45,000 – £55,000, depending on experience. Car allowance, company credit card, and food/mileage expenses 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Pension scheme with 4% employer match. Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and agile hours. Comprehensive product and systems training. Clear path for career progression, with opportunities to move into senior sales roles as the team expands. As ATA Recruitment are working closely with this client, we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1st interview over the phone and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation. If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the coming few weeks, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details. Contact: Bhav Patel Recruitment Consultant 07704543752 Bhavesh.patel@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 Search 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 DESIGN ENGINEER
£38 - 43 per hour
Greater Manchester
Project Design Engineer Manchester / Huddersfield / Bolton / Oldham / Rochdale 3-6 month contract / Outside IR35 £37.50p/h - £42.50p/h DOE Solidworks / PDM / Pharmaceutical /Special Purpose Machinery I am recruiting for a well-established UK leader within the design install and commissioning of bespoke complex machinery for the pharmaceutical industry. 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 3 months, but this is very likely to be extended due to project scope for a successful candidate. For the position of Project Design Engineer, you will require to conduct the following daily duties: 3D design and detailing using Solidworks to customer specifications Develop new designs and improvements of products Liaise with production & internal technical departments Develop documentation and updating project tools Maintain customer contact through Project delivery The successful Project Design Engineer will need to have the following attributes: Highly experienced in the design of bespoke equipment within the pharmaceutical industry Expert user of Solidworks & PDM Project design background working through the full life cycle through to completion Ability to communicate with clients and internal members of the business An astute professional, with the ability to excel within a design team 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 Project Design 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 - 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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