Overview:A leading engineering organisation is seeking a skilled Hardware Design Engineer to join their Barnstaple-based team. This hybrid role involves designing 19” rack systems housing server processors, EU, PSU, µP boards, and IO boards. Previous experience with ATE or test equipment design is highly desirable, particularly within aerospace or defence sectors.
The ideal candidate will ideally have experience with Zuken design tools, although applications from candidates using other design software are welcomed.
Due to security requirements, only sole British nationals are eligible to apply.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a multi-discipline environment, contributing to critical projects with real-world impact. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, methodical, and passionate about engineering, with the ability to work proactively within a team.
Key Responsibilities:
Interpret technical requirements and deliver designs using 19” rack systems.
Produce and manage associated documentation, including BOMs, assembly drawings, wire lists, and test notes.
Assess and contribute to design certification requirements such as LVD and CE marking.
Follow established processes and procedures.
Collaborate with other engineering functions to resolve design and production challenges.
Qualifications:
HNC/HND in a relevant engineering discipline.
ONC/OND may be considered with demonstrable industry experience.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Strong knowledge of 19” rack systems from vendors such as Orion, Prism, Canford, or nVent.
Electrical/electronic design experience with the ability to produce technical documentation.
Familiarity with LVD and CE marking requirements.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet).
Hands-on skills with mechanical and electrical operations: soldering, crimping, looming, and electromechanical assembly.
Understanding of production control documentation and traceability.
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
Team player with the ability to work independently when required.
Ideally experienced with Zuken design tools (open to other design tools).
Desirable Experience:
Aerospace or defence industry background.
ATE or Test Equipment design experience.
Awareness of Environmental, Health & Safety regulations.
Eligibility:
Sole British nationals only due to security requirements.
To Apply:If you are a motivated Hardware Design Engineer looking to contribute to challenging projects within a supportive, forward-thinking team, please apply today.
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Maintenance Technician - Scunthorpe
Salary: £40,000 - £42,500 (inclusive of shift allowance)
Shifts:
Week 1: Mon-Wed Days (06:00-18:00)
Week 2: Mon-Tue Nights (18:00-06:00), Wed Off, Thu-Fri Days (06:00-18:00)
Week 3: Mon-Tue Off, Wed-Fri Nights (18:00-06:00)
Recruiter: Aqumen Recruitment
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Join the Engineering Team Driving Real Impact!
Aqumen Recruitment is delighted to be supporting our client, a leading manufacturing organisation in Scunthorpe, as they seek an experienced Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic engineering team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a multiskilled engineer who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys taking ownership of both planned and reactive maintenance. If you're passionate about keeping machinery running smoothly-and solving problems before they escalate-this role is for you.
Main Purpose of the Role
As a Maintenance Technician, you'll work as part of a high-performing maintenance team, delivering general, routine, and unplanned maintenance across plant machinery, equipment, and facilities. The goal is simple: ensure rapid response, fast rectification, and reliable uptime.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Engineering
Respond quickly to production breakdowns to minimise downtime.
Support production across a variety of injection moulding machines (60-2700 tonnes), performing repairs, diagnostics, and fault-finding.
Maintain, adjust, and set up laser cells, PU cells, assembly systems, and automation equipment.
Carry out planned service work and participate in weekend start-up/shutdown rotations.
Support installation work, site upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
Conduct mandatory safety checks on allocated machinery.
Health & Safety
Maintain strict adherence to all company and site Health & Safety requirements.
Proactively identify and report potential H&S risks.
Follow environmental protection procedures.
Empowered to stop work immediately if a threat to life, health, or fire safety is identified.
Quality
Work in compliance with IATF quality standards.
Maintain excellent housekeeping during and after all tasks.
Identify and communicate needs for spare parts.
What We're Looking For
Essential Qualifications & Experience
City & Guilds 214 Mechanical Engineering, HNC/ONC, or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
Time-served apprenticeship in manufacturing/production engineering.
Strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical knowledge.
Ability to read diagrams, drawings, and technical documentation.
Experience working safely within an engineering environment.
Solid fault-finding and problem-solving capability.
Desirable
18th Edition Electrical Installations
Overhead crane licence
Experience with automation and assembly equipment
Knowledge of CI/Lean Engineering techniques
Familiarity with 6- and 3-axis robotics
Experience with plastic injection moulding machinery
Behaviours
Motivated and proactive, with a strong desire for self-development.
Able to operate effectively under pressure and meet tight timeframes.
Confident working independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
Why Join Our Client?
Competitive salary including shift allowance
Opportunity to work with advanced machinery and automation
Varied, hands-on, and fast-paced engin
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