The Engineering Industry Labour Report 2025

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Specialist design engineering recruitment

Innovation begins with design.

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.

Design engineer job vacancies

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.

Murray McIntosh

Contract

Principle Civil Design Engineer

£500-£550 per DailyDerby

I'm currently working with a client within the UK water sector that is looking to hire a Principle Civil Engineer at design level. This is a hands-on engineering design roles focused on water and wastewater treatment projects, supporting the delivery of cost effective and buildable technical solutions within a multi-disciplinary environment. Typical responsibilities include: Producing and developing civil engineering design layouts for water/wastewater infrastructure Working closely with other

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Murray McIntosh

Permanent

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

£70,000-£75,000 per annumCheltenham

Murray McIntosh are currently seeking an Senior Embedded Software Engineer to start work for a key client of ours as detailed. Location - Cheltenham Start date - ASAP Salary - £70,000 - £75,000 + (Negotiable + benefits)

Murray McIntosh

Contract

Design Manager I Reading

£525-£550 per DailyReading

This role sits within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment, where you would be responsible for leading design teams across projects from concept through to detailed design and into construction. It is a client-facing position, involving close collaboration with stakeholders, consultants, and internal engineering disciplines to deliver technically robust and sustainable solutions

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Murray McIntosh

Permanent

Site Manager | Sheffield

£40,000-£45,000 per annumSheffield

The Role Reporting into the Project Manager, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This role is focused on driving performance, productivity, and full H&S compliance on site. Key Responsibilities * Manage site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain * Oversee planning, delivery, and site performance * Conduct site visits, audits, and quality checks * Track resources, materials, and plan

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