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Our engineering team specialises in sourcing design engineers across industries such as defence, marine, manufacturing, and MedTech for permanent and contract roles. We focus on professionals with hands-on expertise in CAD modelling, 3D design, finite element analysis (FEA), mechanical tolerance design, and prototype development. Whether your projects involve marine hull structures, defence equipment, automated production machinery, or precision medical devices, we connect you with engineers capable of translating concepts into functional, manufacturable solutions.
We work with engineers experienced in tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, AutoCAD, and ANSYS, as well as simulation and stress analysis software. Our candidates understand industry standards including ISO 9001, ASME, and ISO 13485, giving confidence that their designs meet regulatory and operational expectations.
Each search is tailored to your team, project complexity, and technical requirements. By engaging closely with hiring managers, we identify engineers whose practical design knowledge, software proficiency, and understanding of sector-specific constraints ensure your projects stay on track and deliver results.
Apply online now or upload your CV to discover new job opportunities. We always welcome applications from those with experience in Solidworks, Inventor, Catia, SolidEdge, AutoCAD, Creo and Siemens NX.
£30-£39 per hourDidcot
Responsibilities: Control panel building Panel wiring to IPC standards Rack building and wiring Cable pulling Prototype wiring Adding connectors to cables Working to diagrams and schematics 18th edition electrical would be preferred
£30-£39 per hourDidcot
Murray McIntosh are currently seeking Electrical Technicians to work for a client of ours on a rolling 12 month contract basis.
£40-£55 per hourCambridge
Skills & experience required: - Chemical engineering experience - Ability to devise experiments to prove a principle - Ability to design and/or build/test a rig - Previous product development experience advantageous - Previous experience of handing over proven principle to engineers to make a product advantageous - R&D / Scientific background would be advantageous - Current or ability to be BPSS cleared as a min
£26,000-£36,000 per annumStevenage
Murray McIntosh are currently seeking an RF / Microwave Technician to start work for a key client of ours.
£60,000-£72,000 per annumTewkesbury
Murray McIntosh are currently seeking a Product Compliance & Security Accreditation Manager to start work for a key client of ours.
£400-£500 per DailyBideford
Responsibilities & experience required: * Engineering project management experience * Experience of expediting, leading and driving forward projects * Experience of critical design reviews, critical path analysis and work breakdown structures preferred * APM PMQ qualification preferred but mot essential * Marine / Defence / Naval background preferred * Excellent knowledge and application of project controls in complex projects * Strong problem-solving ability * Excellent communicator and
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