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Senior Structural Engineer - Chorley
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Engineering team is proudly partnered with a well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy who deliver services to a diverse client base across the residential, commercial, industrial, and nuclear sectors. They are looking to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer to support a range of high-profile infrastructure and energy projects, including ongoing work in the UK’s nuclear sector. The Senior Structural Engineer will act as a key leader within the team, providing technical expertise, leadership, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. This role requires delivering high-quality structural designs while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. If you’re a Structural Engineer looking for work then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role Reporting to the Associate Structural Engineer you will:  
  • Lead structural engineering projects from concept to completion, delivering efficient, code-compliant designs in various materials.
  • Conduct site inspections and resolve structural issues, representing the company in client and design meetings
  • Manage budgets, timelines, and resources, providing regular updates and ensuring project milestones are met.
  • Mentor junior staff and promote a collaborative, learning-focused environment with a strong CPD culture.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and support growth through tenders and identifying new opportunities.
  • Champion safety and ensure quality standards across all deliverables, staying current with industry best practices.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Chartered Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and/or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (preferred).
  • Proficient in 3D structural analysis and design software, ideally including:
MasterSeries, SCIA, Tekla Structural Designer AutoCAD and Revit
  • Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) techniques and software (preferred).
  • Familiarity with industry-standard tools to streamline design and documentation workflows.
  • Proven experience delivering structural engineering projects, particularly within the defence and nuclear sectors.
Personal skills   The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and team members.
  • A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused mindset.
  • Commitment to professional growth and staying abreast of emerging industry trends and technologies.
  Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role  
  • A salary of up to £60,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects across key sectors.
  • Access to leading software tools and ongoing professional development opportunities.
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Senior EC&I Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 2/3/25
  • END DATE: 2/16/26
  • PAY RATE: $55.0 /HR
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Senior EC&I Engineer to join their design team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in the EC&I discipline at a senior level and the ability to hold security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£55 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis. If you’re a Senior EC&I Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Senior EC&I Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:
  • Checking and approval of engineering documents and drawings.
  • Liaising with clients and managers of other engineering disciplines to develop cost effective technical solutions.
  • Communicate best practice across the UK EC&I design delivery team.
  • Responsible for managing the quality and progress of EC&I engineering work carried out within a project.
  • Development of designed to technical and client specification / satisfaction.
  • Actively contribute to design and safety reviews (HAZOP and risk assessment.)
  • Ensure quality of work throughout the design phase.
  • Comply with safety and stator regulations (CDM and CE, etc.)
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Degree in an engineering discipline.
  • Full Membership of a relevant institution (e.g. IMC).
  • Experience in a senior role in the management and delivery of nuclear environment projects, or other equivalent highly regulated industry.
  • Experience of leading teams within a project environment and the management of medium sized design teams in the delivery of scheme and detail design packages.
  • Expert understanding of EC&I principles such as safety systems, circuit protection, communication technologies or instrumentation.
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering design solutions. Concept through to commissioning experience (full lifecycle).
    Personal skills The Senior EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.
    Salary and benefits of the Senior EC&I Engineer role  
  • £50 - £55 an hour
  • 12-month contract
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Multi-Skilled Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team to cover servicing their customers within the North of England and Scotland.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Service Engineer with mechanical and fabrication experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  
  • Driving around 100 miles per day.
  • Servicing waste handling equipment, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
  • Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
  • Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
  • Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
  • Working with compactors, balers, and other waste handling equipment.
  • Once trained, working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Mechanically strong.
  • 3-phase electrics experience (used to working on equipment).
  • Background in maintenance.
  • Road experience required.
  • Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
  • Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.
  • Knowledge of compactors and balers ideal but not essential.
  • Ability to do basic stick welding would beneficial.
    Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
  • A UK driving licence
  • Good customer service skills
    Salary and benefits of the Multi-Skilled Service Engineer role
  • Salary of up to £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
  • Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
  • Mobile and van supplied.
  • 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
  • Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
  • Full training provided.
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Electrical Technician (Nuclear)
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 4/24/23
  • END DATE: 3/1/24
  • PAY RATE: $37.0 /HR

Electrical Technician (Nuclear)

12 Months +

Berkshire

£37.00 per hour

Start ASAP

 

We are recruiting for an Electrical Technician with experience within the Nuclear sector for a role on a busy site in Berkshire.

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Installation and commissioning of instrumentation
  • Electrical inspection and testing
  • Completion of electrical test certificates
  • Carry out diagnostics and problem solving for electrical and instrument systems
  • Calibration of instrumented systems
  • Acceptance and hand-back of PTWs
  • Performing all assigned tasks to agreed Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality standards and demonstrate a commitment to attaining high levels of HSE performance

 

You will need to possess experience of electrical installations and a sound knowledge control systems and process instrumentation.

 

Essential Requirements:

  • Degree Qualified or relevant experience to an equivalent level
  • Previous EC&I commissioning experience gained within Nuclear projects
  • A proven track record of delivering to set deadlines within an electrical, control and instrumentation team  
  • 17th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • City & Guilds 2394 & 2935 is desirable for this role
  • Ability to communicate effectively with onsite team
  • IT literate with experience of MS Office

 

To be considered this role you must have current SC clearance or higher. If you are interested in finding out more, you can call Gemma Harfield on 02392 288 209 or email [email protected]


Technical Author
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with Sonovision, a leading provider of Technical Publications to global OEMs, to recruit a Technical Author for the Nuclear Sector.    The Technical Author role comes with a salary of up to £45,000, private medical insurance, life assurance and various other company benefits.   If you’re an experienced Technical Author, with experience working on Engineering documents 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 Lead Technical Author you will:   
  • Develop and maintain various technical documentation, including Operation and Maintenance Manuals, Assembly Procedures, Commissioning Procedures, and System Descriptions.
  • Collaborate with Project Engineers, Technical Authors, CAD Technicians, Document Controllers, and site technicians to ensure accurate documentation for on-site project teams.
  • Support weekly reporting functions and attend progress meetings with stakeholders across the business.
  • Conduct receipt inspections and functional tests to ensure compliance with project requirements.
  • Contribute to project documentation for Plant Operation and Maintenance Instructions, supporting ongoing operational efficiency. 
    Professional qualifications     We are looking for someone with the following:   
  • Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience within a Nuclear engineering environment.
  • Good understanding of engineering data in a variety of formats from Engineering drawings to Design Reports
  • Adequate competency using different software packages for planning/reporting purposes
  • Ability to track production of tasks from conception to completion
    Personal skills     The Technical Author role would suit someone who is:   
  • A pro-active thinker that can provide potential solutions
  • Drive and enthusiasm to achieve customer quality criteria
  • Ability to work to deadlines and adhere to schedules
  • Ability to work with a minimum of supervision
  • Current CTC or SC Clearance an advantage
      Salary and benefits of the Technical Author role    
  • Company pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays – Increasing to 25 days
  • Employee assistance programmes
  • Benefit hub discounts 
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Estimator
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
About FLI Structures

FLI Structures is a leader in the design, fabrication, and installation of steel towers, platforms, screw?pile foundations and infrastructure for the telecoms, rail, highways, energy, radar, pipe?bridge and flood?mitigation sectors. We pair cutting?edge engineering with strong QHSE credentials (ISO 45001, RoSPA Gold). Our in?house teams enable fast, high?quality bespoke solutions alongside repeatable standard products

api.occupop.com+2fli.co.uk+2uk.indeed.com+2. Role Overview

We’re looking for a diligent and technically adept Estimator to join our Commercial team. You’ll prepare cost estimates for steel structures, foundations, and associated infrastructure components—from materials and labour to transport, plant, and installation. You’ll work with engineers, project managers, suppliers, and clients to ensure proposals are accurate, competitive, and commercially sound.

Key Responsibilities
  • **Preparation of Estimates**

    • Perform detailed material take?offs from structural drawings and specifications. • Develop comprehensive cost estimates—covering materials, labour, equipment, logistics, subcontractors, and OPE.
  • Commercial Analysis & Value Engineering

    • Analyse project scopes to identify opportunities to improve design efficiency and reduce costs without compromising quality.
  • Supplier/Subcontractor Management

    • Source, evaluate and build relationships with suppliers/sub?contractors (e.g. steel fabricators, transporters, piling teams) to secure competitive pricing and lead?times.
  • Cross?Functional Coordination

    • Collaborate with design, engineering, fabrication, HSEQ and installation teams to ensure alignment on scope, risks, scheduling, and buildability.
  • Bid & Tender Support

    • Assist in bid preparation, including commercial documentation, risk registers, and presentation materials. • Participate in pre?bid and post?bid reviews and client pricing negotiations.
  • Project Monitoring & Reporting

    • Track and report on cost changes and variations against estimates. • Support continuous improvement of estimating methods and systems.
What You’ll Bring
  • Professional Qualification

    • HND (min) in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar.
  • Relevant Experience

    • Ideally 3–5 years in estimating steel structures, heavy civil or infrastructure projects (e.g. towers, foundations, pipe bridges). • Proven ability to understand structural drawings and produce cost?based take?offs.
  • Technical Skills

    • Confident with Microsoft Excel, Word, and ideally estimating software. • Familiarity with structural fabrication and piling processes is a strong plus.
  • Core Competencies

    • Excellent communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external subcontractors. • Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and risk awareness. • Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
What’s in It for You?
  • Competitive Salary & Benefits: Commensurate with experience, including pension, holiday allowance, death?in?service cover, and employee assistance schemes (education/health perks).

  • Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within the Commercial and Project Management streams.

  • Supportive Culture: Health & safety oriented, quality-focused, and committed to your growth.

  • Hybrid Working: Combination of site/office presence and remote flexibility.

  • Purpose-Driven Impact: Contribute to significant UK infrastructure, renewable energy, and telecom projects that underpin national connectivity and sustainability.

To Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter to [[email protected]] (or use the contact form on FLI’s careers page). Explain why you’re a great fit for FLI Structures, including any estimating software you’ve used and notable project examples.

Why You’ll Love This Role
  • Be instrumental in shaping bids for high-impact infrastructure that supports telecoms, rail, highways, flood defences, and renewable sectors.

  • Join a 70-year?old company known for quality, innovation, and robust in?house engineering and fabrication.

  • Work with a diverse and expert team across multi-disciplinary fields, including design, engineering, fabrication, and installation


Senior Mechanical Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 2/3/25
  • END DATE: 2/16/26
  • PAY RATE: $55.0 /HR
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and practical application of mechanical engineering within highly regulated sectors and possess security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£55 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis, however if further away, applications will still be considered. If you’re a Senior Mechanical Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Senior Mechanical Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:
  • Delivery of mechanical engineering scope to satisfy the technical specification
  • Potential to lead teams for the full project lifecycle, including Specification, Design, Procurement, Supply/Manufacture Liaison, Installation, Acceptance Testing, Commissioning and Operator Training in Nuclear Engineering Projects
  • Production of and approval of deliverables throughout the delivery process
  • Checking/approval of discipline specific engineering deliverables
  • Contribution to engineering and safety reviews
  • Ensuring quality and prompt delivery of documentation throughout all phases of the project lifecycle
  • Compliance with safety legislation and statutory regulations
  • Develop cost effective technical solutions
  • Provide technical consultancy
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Strong understanding of the fundamentals within your engineering discipline
  • Previous experience of working within the nuclear industry (this is desirable but not essential if transferrable skills are demonstrated)
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering mechanical engineering solutions within a highly regulated industry
  • Working knowledge of plant layout, set up, installation and alignment of plant, equipment and machinery for works test, integrated test, site installation and commissioning
  • Understanding of the requirements to support safety led designs and associated regulatory compliance
  • Good understanding of wider industry safety legislation and statutory regulations
  • Understanding of modern delivery practices, for example BIM compliance, RIBA/BSRIA design delivery stage gates, etc
  • Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Good level of commercial awareness
  • Experience of leading design teams
    Personal skills The Senior EC&I Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.
    Salary and benefits of the Senior Mechanical Engineer role  
  • £50 - £55 an hour
  • 12-month contract
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Multi-Skilled Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer with experience in Fabrication to join their team to cover servicing their customers within a 100 mile radius of Aylesbury.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Multi-Skilled Service Engineer experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  
  • Driving around 100 miles per day.
  • Servicing waste handling equipment, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
  • Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
  • Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
  • Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
  • Working with compactors, balers, and other waste handling equipment.
  • Working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Fabrication experience
  • Mechanical bias
  • 3-phase electrics experience is ideal (used to working on equipment).
  • Background in maintenance.
  • Road experience required.
  • Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
  • Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.
  • Knowledge of compactors and balers ideal but not essential.
    Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
  • A UK driving licence
  • Good customer service skills
    Salary and benefits of the Fabrication Service Engineer role
  • Salary of up to £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
  • Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
  • Mobile and van supplied.
  • 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
  • Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
  • Full training provided.
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Senior Structural Engineer - Shrewsbury
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Engineering team is proudly partnered with a well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy who deliver services to a diverse client base across the residential, commercial, industrial, and nuclear sectors. They are looking to recruit a Senior Structural Engineer to support a range of high-profile infrastructure and energy projects, including ongoing work in the UK’s nuclear sector. The Senior Structural Engineer will act as a key leader within the team, providing technical expertise, leadership, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. This role requires delivering high-quality structural designs while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. If you’re a Structural Engineer looking for work then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Structural Engineer role Reporting to the Associate Structural Engineer you will:  
  • Lead structural engineering projects from concept to completion, delivering efficient, code-compliant designs in various materials.
  • Conduct site inspections and resolve structural issues, representing the company in client and design meetings
  • Manage budgets, timelines, and resources, providing regular updates and ensuring project milestones are met.
  • Mentor junior staff and promote a collaborative, learning-focused environment with a strong CPD culture.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and support growth through tenders and identifying new opportunities.
  • Champion safety and ensure quality standards across all deliverables, staying current with industry best practices.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Chartered Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and/or the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (preferred).
  • Proficient in 3D structural analysis and design software, ideally including:
MasterSeries, SCIA, Tekla Structural Designer AutoCAD and Revit
  • Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) techniques and software (preferred).
  • Familiarity with industry-standard tools to streamline design and documentation workflows.
  • Proven experience delivering structural engineering projects, particularly within the defence and nuclear sectors.
Personal skills   The Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and team members.
  • A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused mindset.
  • Commitment to professional growth and staying abreast of emerging industry trends and technologies.
  Salary and benefits of the Senior Structural Engineer role  
  • A salary of up to £60,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects across key sectors.
  • Access to leading software tools and ongoing professional development opportunities.
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Principal Civil, Structural and Architectural Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 2/3/25
  • END DATE: 2/16/26
  • PAY RATE: $65.0 /HR
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Principal/Senior Structural Engineer to join their team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and practical application of structural engineering within highly regulated sectors and possess security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£65 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis, however if further away, applications will still be considered. If you’re a Principal/Senior Structural Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Principal/Senior Structural Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:
  • Preparation of design documentation throughout the design process
  • Development of designs to satisfy technical specifications
  • Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design
  • Contribution to design reviews
  • Preparation of technical specifications
  • Preparation of risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures
    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Delivering functions above that of a Design Engineer
  • A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree
  • Knowledge of the fundamentals of structures and foundations using Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel.
  • Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Structural steel connections and connection types.
  • Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position
    Personal skills The Principal/Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:  
  • DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.
    Salary and benefits of the Principal/Senior Structural Engineer role  
  • £50 - £65 an hour
  • 12-month contract
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