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Electronic Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist provider of electronic engineering solutions for the nuclear industry, to recruit an Electronic Engineer based near Lancaster. The Electronic Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, in-house training, mentorship, and the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging projects both in the workshop and on-site with major nuclear organisations. If you’re an Electronic Engineer looking to develop your skills in a friendly, growing company that values people, partnerships, and long-term career growth, submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties of the Electronic Engineer role Reporting to the Group Operations Manager you will:  
  • Repairing and refurbishing the ageing equipment found in power stations
  • Fault finding down to component level
  • To build and repair electronic circuit boards
  • Some opportunities to design and build test equipment and systems
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Good practical experience and knowledge of electronics repair and design processes
  • Ability to aid in cost estimation from a technical level
  • Practical ability to repair down to discrete component level
  • Working towards or having an electronics qualification, or previous experience of working within the electronics industry
  • Ability to read technical documentation with a keen eye for detail
  • Knowledge and experience of reverse engineering electronic circuits
  • Innovative and creative but with the ability to follow defined processes
  • Good analytical, strategic thinking, numeracy, and problem-solving skills
  • Good understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and basic office equipment
  • Strong written, oral, listening, and diagrammatic communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear concepts
Personal skills   The Electronic Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
  • Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and use own initiative
  • Ability to mentor other less experienced staff members
  Salary and benefits of the Electronic Engineer role  
  • £35,000 - £45,000 DOE
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • 3pm finish on Friday
  • Parking on-site
  • Flexibility – please ask about alternative patterns during interview

Senior UPS Engineer
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Field Service Engineer - Solar - North East
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Field Service Engineer – Solar Inverters UK Based £30,000 - £40,000 DOE + excellent benefits and truck     Introduction Astute are exclusively partnered with a market leader who manufacture and sell their own brand of inverter technology into the UK solar market. We’re looking for a Field Service Engineer to join the Service division, offering excellent maintenance and technical support to their customers. This is a varied role which will include onsite service and maintenance up and down the country on large-scale solar assets.                 Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Service Team Leader, you will be responsible for:
  • Providing independent on-site maintenance, and repair of inverters for photovoltaic plant
  • Supporting on large-scale projects products with a focus on high/medium voltage
  • Carrying out training sessions for Field Service Engineers or the client’s partners and provider
  • Analysis of complex faults in PV-plants from office, home or on-site
  • Discussions with the Regional Senior Experts of issues in the market and feedback to central hub
  • Answering and processing incoming customer queries and error messages sent to the centralised service line (ad hoc basis, when required)
  • Providing instant customer support so that issues on solar inverters systems can easily be resolved from a remote location.
  • On an Ad-hoc basis, you will be required to handle services, including managing sub-contractors and site-specific tasks to be flexible and available, should the need arise for weekend on call / standby
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • A higher education with an electrical bias, ie degree / HNC / HND and at least 17th edition
  • 3 years’ experience servicing and maintaining inverter or power electronic systems.
  • Ideally has very good knowledge of high voltage and measurement equipment as well as occupational health and safety regulations
  • Previous experience repairing electrical equipment, ideally power electronics.
  • Must be proficient using MS Office and SAP and a basic understanding of IP network technology.
  • Is willing and flexible to travel nationally and attend training in Europe when required.
  • UK driving licence.
  • Has very good English language skills; second language skills would be an asset.
    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Salary of £30,000 - £40,000
  • Company truck
  • Group Income Protection
  • Group Life Assurance
  • 36 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays)
  • Company pension, phone, and retail discounts scheme
  • Personal development
How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02393 910 037 to speak to Charlotte Jones who can tell you more.

Bid Co-ordinator
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Project Engineer - ELectrical
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
  Astute’s Nuclear Team are partnering with an international player in the nuclear energy market to recruit a Project Engineer for their facility in Cranfield.  The Project Engineer will provide operational engineering support for all current and future project activities, including the planning, building, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of R&D test rigs and facilities. The Project Engineer role comes with a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 dependant on experience, 8% employer pension contributions, professional membership support and a wealth of other benefits. If you’re an experienced Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is recognised for its innovative solutions for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear sector, then please submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Project Engineer role   Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will:  
  • Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to interpret design drawings and technical specifications, developing bespoke measurement systems suitable for high-pressure, high-flow, and high-temperature environments.
  • Plan and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery of critical milestones and objectives.
  • Assemble and install mechanical systems, machinery, and components in accordance with engineering documentation and quality standards.
  • Design and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and system schematics to support project execution.
  • Develop clear and concise work and assembly instructions for use across engineering and production teams.
  • Conduct technical analysis and reporting to support risk management and design validation activities, including DFMEA, HAZOP studies, and Risk Assessments.
  • Manage procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment aligned with project timelines and specifications.
  • Operate and maintain test rigs and custom fixtures for the validation and verification of customer-specific assemblies and system performance.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test equipment and specialized systems to ensure operational reliability and compliance.
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults, replacing or repairing defective components as needed to minimize downtime.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities in accordance with Health & Safety and quality management protocols.
Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/I&C)
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, R&D test, or service environment.
  • Proven experience in an engineering discipline (Mechanical/I&C) or a similar role.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated capability in managing project work packages.
  • Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
  • Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedural environments.
  • Enthusiastic and committed, with a willingness to work within tight timelines.
Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role  
  • Basic salary of up to £60,000 dependant on experience.
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Competitive benefits package

EC&I Technician (C&I bias)
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astutes Power Team are working with the Operator of a CCGT plant in South Wales and are currently recruiting for a Control & Instrument Technician. This plant is able to produce 800MW of Power in a Combined Cycle configuration. The Control & Instrument Technician position is a vital role within the Maintenance department responsible for the short & long term maintenance on all control system, measuring & instrumentation assets which are essentially the central nervous system of the plant. If you would like to discuss this role & the package available, please apply / contract Astute. Responsibilities and duties of the Control and Instrument Technician role: Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, you will be responsible for:
  • Carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs, planned and unplanned maintenance activities on all EC&I assets to ensure efficient operation of the site and to maximise plant availability. This includes pressure, temperature, flow and level transmitters as well as DCS and PLC control systems. Electrical maintenance work on motors, switchgear, HV plant, generators etc would also be required
  • Programming the sites DCS/PLC equipment
  • Supervising and directing contractors
  • Maintaining the continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS)
  • Assisting in plant shutdowns and outages
  • Ensuring all work is carried out in line with company health and safety policies and procedures
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A relevant technical qualification such as an HNC/ONC in electrical or C&I engineering
  • Ideally an IOSH or NEBOSH or Health & Safety Qualification
  • Trained in a recognised apprenticeship scheme
Personal skills The Control and Instrument Technician role would suit someone who:
  • At least three years’ experience in EC&I maintenance, post apprenticeship, in a heavy process environment/sector (e.g. power station, chemical plant, paper mill, refinery, steel works etc)
  • Experience with control systems (DCS, SCADA, PLC’s) and instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, level etc) equipment
  • Ability to confidently carry out loop checks and ladder logic
  • Competent in reading & interrogating P&ID’s
  • Competent with Permit to Work systems
Salary and benefits of the Control and Instrument Technician role  
  • Competitive salary up to £55,000 (DOE)
  • Overtime
  • Benefits
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Site and Facilities Assistant
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a successful and leading contractor in the Energy from Waste to recruit a Site and Facilities Assistant for its Cheshire site. The Site and Facilities Assistant role is offered on a 24 month fixed term contract (FTC) basis and comes with a salary of £30,000-£35,000 starting in April 2026. If you’re a Site and Facilities Assistant available for an April 2026 start, then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties  
  • Acting as the office administrator for the site including managing office supplies, filing, organization of travel, recording and storing of documentation
  • Acting as the Facilities Assistant - maintaining the overall operation and upkeep of the site compound, ensuring all facilities are safe, clean, and fully functional. Supporting daily site activities, including managing utilities, coordinating maintenance tasks, and assisting with general site logistics.
  • Providing full administrative support to the Site Manager.
  • Welcome visitors and clients including arranging catering as required
  • Provide full administrative support to the Site Manager.
  • Keep the Site Manager informed of all site related activities. 
  • Be aware of all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements relevant to their role, and implement and comply with them.
  • The candidate should hold strong administrative experience ideally within Construction or Engineering industries.
  • Must be comfortable working in a site-based environment, therefore experience in this would be ideal.
  • Must have good working knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications.
Salary and benefits of the Site and Facilities Assistant role  
  • £30,000-£35,000 per annum
  • Pension of up to 10% employer contribution
  • Life Assurance, disability insurance, private medical and dental insurance
  • 24 days annual leave per annum

Assistant Operations Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit an Assistant Operations Manager for their Energy from Waste Power Station in Runcorn.  The Assistant Operations Manager role comes with a basic salary of £70,000 and full benefits package. If you’re an experienced operations professional and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.                                  Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for:  
  • Succession plan to move into Operations Manager position in approximately 18 months.
  • Responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the plant
  • The day-to-day management of the full operations team
  • Ensuring the power station operates and complies within environmental regulations at all times
  • Liaising with the Maintenance Manager and other relevant personnel regarding projects, maintenance, outages, costing and programming of plant improvements
  • The day-to-day monitoring of plant efficiency and directing the operations staff to optimise the power station accordingly
  • Preparing the annual budget for the Operations department for review and work within this budget
  • Carry out annual performance reviews with operations staff
  • Prepare reports and presentation relating to the plant’s operational activities as required
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • A relevant engineering or technical qualification at degree / HND / HNC level
  • An IOSH or NEBOSH qualification will be desired  
    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Assistant Operations Manager role would suit someone who has:  
  • Extensive operations experience in industrial engineering environments such as Power (EfW, CCGT, CHP, Biomass, Coal, etc), Paper Mills, Oil & Gas, COMAH sites, Utilities, etc
  • Knowledge of environmental permits, H&S issues and safe working environments
  • Experience liaising with governing bodies such as the EA and HSE
  • Experience of managing budgets and in the training and development of staff
  • Supervisory / management experience
    Salary and benefits of the Assistant Operations Manager role  
  • A basic salary of £70,000 + full benefits package.
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Service Technician - West Cork
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit a Service Technician for its sites in West Cork Ireland. The Service Technician role comes with a salary of €41,400 plus overtime, bonus and pension scheme and great career progression opportunities. If you’re an Electrical or Mechanical Engineer with a Level 3 or Equivalent qualification and you are looking to work for an organisation that offers a great team working environment, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Service Technician you will:  
  • Performing maintenance both scheduled and unscheduled according to company manuals and regulations.
  • Perform fault finding, troubleshooting and ad hoc repairs with autonomy when necessary.
  • Carry out more complex repairs/exchanges of components in collaboration with technical support including the lead technician.
  • Conduct all preparations works for maintenance activities.
  • Ensure HSE is a high focus by always following the regulations in place.
  • Ensure all equipment including vehicles to ensure all in good working and roadworthy order.
  • Complete any reporting accurately and on time.
  • Complete inventory checks and be responsible for ensuring materials needed are on site.
  • Other required service tasks.
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • HNC, NVQ, Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical training/education.
  • Basic HSE knowledge and ability to develop skill set in this area.
  • Computer literate, using MS office, SAP and inhouse data systems.
  • Chester Step would be an advantage.
  • Experienced in understanding technical data to fault find and problem solve.
  • Knowledge of reading electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical diagrams.
  • Must hold valid driving license.
    Personal skills The Service Technician role would suit someone who is:  
  • Able to work at heights, outside in all conditions.
  • A great team player.
  • Agile and able to adapt in a fast-paced industry.
  • Flexible to work overtime.
  • Proactive in their approach to tasks.
    Salary and benefits of the Service Technician role  
  • Salary of €41,400 plus overtime 
  • Progression opportunities with clear structure to support you in your development.
  • Mon-Fri working week, with weekends on call (1 in 3)
  • 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
  • Pension Scheme, Cycle Scheme, EAP Scheme
  • 5% company bonus
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Design Engineer (Electrical)
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Electrical Design Engineer – Renewable Energy Horley, West Sussex £30,000 - £35,000 DOE     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading consultant, designer, installer and maintenance/ service provider of renewable energy systems and technologies across the UK. Together we are looking to recruit an Electrical Design Engineer to work from the Horley office, with options for hybrid working and occasional site visits. The Electrical Design Engineer opportunity comes with a salary between £30,000 - £35,000, discretionary bonus, competitive company benefits, hybrid working and excellent development opportunities. If you’re an electrically biased Design Engineer and are looking to work for a highly respected organisation that believes in people and supports your success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Design Manager you will:
  • Collaborate effectively across a team of Technical Designers, Project Managers, Sales Consultants to deliver cost-effective and precise technical designs.
  • Responsible for technical design of products with a focus on electric and BMS.
  • Create detailed schematics and wiring diagrams to guide the implementation of designs.
  • Perform calculations and make informed cable selections in adherence to project requirements.
  • Upon design approval, transition the plans to the engineering team for system installation, providing ongoing technical support throughout project’s lifecycle.
  • Offer technical guidance to sales and maintenance teams as needed.
  • Continued development of standardised and reusable design patterns.
  • Conducting field verification and site surveys.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Electrical or Electronic Engineering qualification to degree level or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of CAD tools – Autocad and Revit.
  • Strong understanding of electrical components.
  • Experienced in preparation of SLD, protection and metering diagrams, cable scheduling and installation detail drawings.
    Personal skills: The Electrical Design Engineer role would suit someone who is:
  • Demonstrate strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects at a time.
  • Ideally experience within the renewable energy sector, or with heat pump systems or PV systems or relevant experience.
  • Full driving license and flexibility to attend site visits as required.
    Salary and benefits of the Electrical Design Engineer role:
  • Salary between £30,000 - £35,000, depending on experience.
  • Discretionary bonus.
  • Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Other benefits to be discussed.
    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 023 9391 9497 to speak to Karianne Morris who can tell you more.   INDREN