W Talent
Runcorn, Cheshire
They are a specialist provider of high-performance electromechanical and motion-control solutions , serving demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, space, energy and industrial automation . Known for delivering customised, high-precision systems , they combine engineering expertise with innovation to create solutions for complex applications. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a talented and motivated Design Engineer to join their engineering team. Role Overview The Design Engineer will be responsible for the concept, design, and development of electromechanical systems, providing technical expertise across the full product lifecycle. The role involves mechanical design, R&D, sizing calculations, troubleshooting, and customer-facing technical support . This position requires a blend of technical design skills, hands-on problem solving, and strong communication , working closely with internal teams (sales, production, suppliers) as well as external customers. Key Responsibilities Concept & Detailed Design Create innovative concepts and take designs from idea through to manufacture. Produce accurate 3D CAD models and detailed drawings. R&D & Product Knowledge Develop a deep understanding of electromechanical and motion-control systems. Support research and development projects to improve product performance. Technical Analysis & Sizing Perform engineering calculations to size and specify systems. Provide technical support for enquiries and proposals. Customer Support & Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve customer issues, including failures or application challenges. Support commissioning, testing, and training-on-site where required. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with sales, production, and suppliers to deliver complete solutions. Ensure projects meet deadlines and quality standards. Documentation & Compliance Prepare design documentation, test reports, and technical manuals. Work within relevant industry standards. Essential Skills & Experience Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline . Proven mechanical design experience , ideally in electromechanical or motion-control systems. Proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Creo, or similar). Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical integration (motors, drives, encoders, control systems). Knowledge of engineering calculations and design for manufacture. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues . Experience working with cross-functional teams and external customers. Strong communication skills, written and verbal. Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise, and meet deadlines. Desirable Experience in aerospace, defence, or space sectors (or other highly regulated environments). Familiarity with product validation and environmental qualification testing (vibration, shock, EMC, thermal). Hands-on workshop/laboratory testing or prototyping experience. Knowledge of FEA/simulation tools . Willingness to travel for commissioning, site support, and customer meetings . Personal Attributes Innovative and proactive problem-solver. Able to work independently as well as in a team. Organised, with strong planning and time management. Positive, adaptable, and open to learning. Why Join Them? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electromechanical technology . Exposure to aerospace, defence, space, and advanced engineering projects . Small, agile team with a focus on innovation and customer excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development and training opportunities.
They are a specialist provider of high-performance electromechanical and motion-control solutions , serving demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, space, energy and industrial automation . Known for delivering customised, high-precision systems , they combine engineering expertise with innovation to create solutions for complex applications. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a talented and motivated Design Engineer to join their engineering team. Role Overview The Design Engineer will be responsible for the concept, design, and development of electromechanical systems, providing technical expertise across the full product lifecycle. The role involves mechanical design, R&D, sizing calculations, troubleshooting, and customer-facing technical support . This position requires a blend of technical design skills, hands-on problem solving, and strong communication , working closely with internal teams (sales, production, suppliers) as well as external customers. Key Responsibilities Concept & Detailed Design Create innovative concepts and take designs from idea through to manufacture. Produce accurate 3D CAD models and detailed drawings. R&D & Product Knowledge Develop a deep understanding of electromechanical and motion-control systems. Support research and development projects to improve product performance. Technical Analysis & Sizing Perform engineering calculations to size and specify systems. Provide technical support for enquiries and proposals. Customer Support & Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve customer issues, including failures or application challenges. Support commissioning, testing, and training-on-site where required. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with sales, production, and suppliers to deliver complete solutions. Ensure projects meet deadlines and quality standards. Documentation & Compliance Prepare design documentation, test reports, and technical manuals. Work within relevant industry standards. Essential Skills & Experience Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline . Proven mechanical design experience , ideally in electromechanical or motion-control systems. Proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Creo, or similar). Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical integration (motors, drives, encoders, control systems). Knowledge of engineering calculations and design for manufacture. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues . Experience working with cross-functional teams and external customers. Strong communication skills, written and verbal. Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise, and meet deadlines. Desirable Experience in aerospace, defence, or space sectors (or other highly regulated environments). Familiarity with product validation and environmental qualification testing (vibration, shock, EMC, thermal). Hands-on workshop/laboratory testing or prototyping experience. Knowledge of FEA/simulation tools . Willingness to travel for commissioning, site support, and customer meetings . Personal Attributes Innovative and proactive problem-solver. Able to work independently as well as in a team. Organised, with strong planning and time management. Positive, adaptable, and open to learning. Why Join Them? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electromechanical technology . Exposure to aerospace, defence, space, and advanced engineering projects . Small, agile team with a focus on innovation and customer excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development and training opportunities.
People Source Consulting Ltd
Manchester, Lancashire
DevOps Engineer - Defence & National Security Location: Manchester city centre (Hybrid) + North West client sites Salary: £60,000 - £90,000 per annum Security: SC required to start, must be willing to obtain DV Are you a DevOps engineer looking for work that makes a real difference? We're expanding a specialist team in Manchester and are looking for DevOps professionals from all technical backgrounds who want to apply their skills to impactful projects in Defence and National Security. You'll play a key role in building and running secure, scalable platforms that support mission-critical services. We welcome engineers with different tech stack experience - what matters most is your passion for automation, reliability, and problem solving in a collaborative environment. What you'll do Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments. Build and manage cloud-native and containerised environments. Apply Infrastructure-as-Code, monitoring and Site Reliability Engineering principles to ensure resilience and performance. Collaborate with developers, testers, and client stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions. Share knowledge, contribute to a learning culture, and help shape the direction of a growing practice. What we're looking for Hands-on experience in DevOps engineering, regardless of stack (eg AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD). Strong understanding of automation and modern software delivery practices. Experience working in Agile teams. Curiosity, adaptability and eligibility for UK National Security vetting at DV level. Why this role? Work only on high-impact, mission-critical Defence projects. Join at the ground floor of a growing team, with real scope for influence and progression. Hybrid flexibility in a modern city-centre location. If you want to grow your DevOps career while contributing to work of real national importance, we'd love to hear from you People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
DevOps Engineer - Defence & National Security Location: Manchester city centre (Hybrid) + North West client sites Salary: £60,000 - £90,000 per annum Security: SC required to start, must be willing to obtain DV Are you a DevOps engineer looking for work that makes a real difference? We're expanding a specialist team in Manchester and are looking for DevOps professionals from all technical backgrounds who want to apply their skills to impactful projects in Defence and National Security. You'll play a key role in building and running secure, scalable platforms that support mission-critical services. We welcome engineers with different tech stack experience - what matters most is your passion for automation, reliability, and problem solving in a collaborative environment. What you'll do Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments. Build and manage cloud-native and containerised environments. Apply Infrastructure-as-Code, monitoring and Site Reliability Engineering principles to ensure resilience and performance. Collaborate with developers, testers, and client stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions. Share knowledge, contribute to a learning culture, and help shape the direction of a growing practice. What we're looking for Hands-on experience in DevOps engineering, regardless of stack (eg AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD). Strong understanding of automation and modern software delivery practices. Experience working in Agile teams. Curiosity, adaptability and eligibility for UK National Security vetting at DV level. Why this role? Work only on high-impact, mission-critical Defence projects. Join at the ground floor of a growing team, with real scope for influence and progression. Hybrid flexibility in a modern city-centre location. If you want to grow your DevOps career while contributing to work of real national importance, we'd love to hear from you People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.