Gemma Harfield

Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Commissioning Engineer to join their Energy division, based from Stone with regular travel to UK client sites. This is a hands-on role focused on the testing and commissioning of electrical automation and control systems, ranging from system upgrades to full turnkey installations. As a Commissioning Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring systems are tested, validated, and ready for operation, working closely with engineering and site teams.   Responsibilities and duties of the Commissioning Engineer role As the Commissioning Engineer, you will be:  

• Carrying out site acceptance testing (SAT) and commissioning activities
• Supporting factory acceptance testing (FAT)
• Supervising installation work on client sites
• Ensuring all work meets technical and safety standards
• Producing and managing commissioning documentation and test records
• Marking up drawings and schematics with site changes
• Developing and reviewing test and commissioning procedures
• Deploying and verifying configuration files (PLC, SCADA, RTU, IEDs, networks)
• Supporting site preparation, materials, and equipment setup
• Managing commissioning tools, spares, and test equipment
• Carrying out fault finding and resolving system issues
• Managing LOTO and safe isolation procedures on site

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Background in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Experience in test and commissioning of electrical/control systems
• Strong fault-finding skills on electrical and electronic systems
• Understanding of SCADA, PLCs, and substation control systems
• Knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet, fibre, serial systems)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Understanding of electrical safety and LOTO procedures
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable:

• 18th Edition (BS7671) and C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing
• Experience on National Grid substations
• Knowledge of substation secondary systems
• Experience writing test and commissioning documentation

  Personal Skills The Commissioning Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Technically strong with a hands-on approach
• Analytical and methodical in problem solving
• A clear communicator with site teams and clients
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working under pressure and to deadlines
• Flexible with travel and site-based work

Salary and benefits of the Commissioning Engineer role

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees

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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally. They are looking for a Senior CS&A Engineer to provide hands-on analysis and design within the C&S department.   This integral position comes with a salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience and the chance to work on a hybrid basis.   If you’re an experienced Civil, Structural and Architectural Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that invests in their staff, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Senior CS&A Engineer you will:  

• Prepare design documentation throughout the design process
• Develop designs to satisfy technical specifications
• Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design
• Contribute to design reviews
• Prepare of technical specifications
• Prepare risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  

• 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 CS&A Engineer role would suit someone who has/is:  

• Strong team player
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel
• Ability to obtain security clearance

    Salary and benefits of the Senior CS&A Engineer role:  

• Base salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience
• Career development opportunities  
• Hybrid working

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.

    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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Astute are partnered with a highly respected engineering consultancy delivering complex EC&I design solutions across the UK nuclear sector, including new build, existing generation, decommissioning and defence projects.

Our client is looking for a Mid-Level EC&I Design Engineer to join their established engineering team based in Bridgwater. This role is ideal for an EC&I Engineer looking to take the next step in their career, gain exposure to high-integrity nuclear projects, and develop technically within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The EC&I Design Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, flexible working options and an excellent benefits package.

If you’re an EC&I Engineer with design experience looking for a long-term, technically interesting role, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

As the EC&I Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Producing EC&I design deliverables including:

  • Block Cable Diagrams

  • Single Line Diagrams

  • General Arrangement Drawings

  • Wiring Schematics using AutoCAD

• Producing electrical and instrumentation equipment schedules

• Supporting the specification and selection of EC&I equipment

• Ensuring designs meet project, safety and regulatory requirements

• Taking ownership of allocated work packages and supporting issue resolution

• Working closely with internal engineering, project and management teams

• Communicating with customers and supporting long-term working relationships

• Occasional site visits, including overnight stays when necessary

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• 2+ years’ experience in an EC&I engineering or design role

• HNC (minimum) in Electrical, Instrumentation or Control Engineering

• Experience designing EC&I systems and producing technical drawings

• Familiarity with EC&I equipment used in conventional and safety-related applications

• Ability to interpret requirements and produce compliant designs

• Good understanding of health and safety principles

• Clear and concise technical documentation skills

• Eligible for security clearance for government and regulated industries

Desirable (but not essential):

• HND or higher qualification

• Nuclear or other highly regulated industry experience

• Functional safety awareness (IEC 61508 / IEC 61513)

• PLC programming or system integration knowledge

• Understanding of engineering standards and compliance

• Knowledge of BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations

Personal skills

The EC&I Design Engineer role would suit someone who has:

• Strong communication skills

• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• A proactive and professional approach to problem solving

• Flexibility to attend site and client meetings when required

Salary and benefits of the EC&I Design Engineer role

• Salary between £30-£45,000 DOE

• 37.5 hours per week

• Optional 4- or 5-day working week (compressed hours available)

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

• 8% company pension contribution

• Healthcare Health Cash Plan

• Profit-related bonus scheme

• Staff wellbeing fund – employees decide how it’s spent

• Office-based role in Bridgwater (TA6) with some flexibility for home working

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Astute are partnered with a long-established and reputable company specialising in the service, maintenance and repair of waste handling and recycling equipment. Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a Technical Engineer to join their team, covering customers within an approximate 100-mile radius of Dartford. This is a hands-on field-based role, combining service engineering responsibilities with technical support, training, and product expertise across the wider engineering team. As a Technical Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability while acting as a point of contact for technical guidance across the business. Responsibilities and duties of the Technical Engineer role As the Technical Engineer, you will be:  

• Covering a regional patch (~100-mile radius from Dartford), travelling up to 100 miles per day
• Servicing, maintaining, and repairing:
  • Compactors and balers
  • Scissor lifts
  • Dock levellers and associated waste handling equipment
• Diagnosing faults and delivering first-time fixes where possible
• Carrying out breakdown response and planned maintenance
• Producing quotations for repairs and additional works
• Providing remote technical support via phone or video to other engineers
• Supporting training and development of engineers in product knowledge and best practices
• Working safely with 3-phase electrics and hydraulic systems
• Collaborating effectively with the wider team both on-site and remotely
• Occasional overnight stays and out-of-hours work as required

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: •           Strong experience with 3-phase electrics (essential) •           Good understanding of hydraulic systems (preferred) •           Background in maintenance, service, or field engineering •           Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics •           Competent in fault finding across electrical and mechanical systems •           Experience working on industrial or heavy equipment is advantageous Personal Skills The Technical Engineer role would suit someone who is: •           Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach •           Ability to work independently and support others •           Good communication skills for both customer interaction and internal support •           Flexible and adaptable to meet business and client needs •           Willingness to travel and occasionally stay away from home Salary and benefits of the Technical Engineer role •           Starting salary circa £45,000 per annum (~£17.50 per hour) •           Overtime and out-of-hours payments •           Company bonus: £500 per quarter •           Performance-related incentives and attendance bonuses •           Company van and mobile phone provided •           20 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) •           Full training and ongoing development •           OTE: Realistic earnings of £50,000+ per annum #LI-GH1 INDNUC

Astute’s Technical Sales team is exclusively partnered with a market-leading manufacturer of innovative cable and pipe sealing solutions, widely used in the data centre sector. These products are trusted by hyperscale developers, colocation providers, and major contractors to deliver safe, compliant, and high-performance installations. We are currently recruiting a Technical Sales Manager to further develop the company’s presence in the data centre market across the UK. This is a consultative technical sales role, working with design consultants, engineering firms, owners, operators, and contractors to secure engineering specifications and support projects from concept to completion.                     Responsibilities and duties: As the Technical Sales Manager, you will:

• Identify and target key data centre market players including developers, hyperscale operators, colocation providers, and their engineering partners.
• Generate specifications with design engineers, contractors, and integrators for adoption in major data centre projects.
• Develop business from initial contact through to approved supplier or standard specification status.
• Maintain and grow existing relationships with owners, operators, designers, and installers.
• Search for and qualify new project opportunities to maximise market potential.
• Attend industry events, exhibitions, and forums to network and uncover new leads.
• Present technical solutions for applications such as electrical containment, fire protection, cable management, and mechanical systems via presentations, site visits, and installation training.
• Create and execute targeted sales plans to achieve business growth.
• Manage the full sales cycle using the company CRM system, ensuring accurate forecasting and market intelligence reporting.
• Provide pre-sales technical advice, including design input for bespoke products when required.

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• Professional sales experience, ideally presenting technical or complex solutions to engineers and decision-makers.
• Existing relationships with owner/operators, engineering consultancies, contractors, and design firms.
• Knowledge of data centre design principles (electrical containment, fire protection, cable management, mechanical systems) – desirable but not essential.
• Proven business development skills with the ability to plan, prospect, and convert new opportunities.
• Strong understanding of industrial business practices and consultative sales techniques.

    Personal skills The Technical Sales Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Effective networking skills with the ability to influence at multiple organisational levels.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence in presenting to groups and senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex, long-term projects from inception to completion.
• Organised, self-motivated, and capable of working independently across a national territory.
• Willingness to travel extensively in the UK, with occasional international trips.

    Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Manager role  

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Company car.
• Travel and accommodation expenses covered.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to represent an industry-leading brand in the growing UK data centre market.

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Job Posting Technical Sales Manager – Industry & Infrastructure Effective: date ASAP About Us: Roxtec was founded in Sweden in 1990 and is the world leader in the field of cable and pipe seals.  This market position has been achieved by pursuing a consistent, customer-oriented strategy.  Our pioneering modular-based seals with Multidiameter™ are the base for our rapid and sustainable growth, but the positive trend is first of all built on committed people, strong values, and a clear customer focus.    Technical Sales Manager Industry & Infrastructure We are currently seeking a technical sales professional to further develop the industry & infrastructure market for Roxtec in the south of England. The role will be varied in focus, covering both engineering specifications with leading industry design companies, but also extending to both owners and contractors involved in operating and constructing projects in our chosen markets and applications. Job Description

• Identify and target industry & Infrastructure companies (rail, advance facilities, pharma, telecoms and construction) and work closely with them to develop our brand further and generate specifications that will help further our sales in our chosen applications.
• Identify, quantify and target Industry & Infrastructure projects. With a clear focus on key decision makers (owners /operators, engineers, contractors or resellers) Typically this work will be varied in both focus and value. The main aim is to develop our brand further and generate specifications that will help further our sales in our chosen applications.
• Develop business, often from a cold start point through to standard specification / client approved lists
• Search for new clients who would benefit from the use our solutions and support in order to maximise market potential
• Maintain our existing client base of owners, operators, designers and installers.
• Attend industry events and forums in order to network for new opportunities

• Focus is not limited to traditional structures and plant, we also target equipment and modular based construction
• Present Roxtec solutions to specifying engineers (electrical, control, instrumentation, mechanical, structural) via technical presentations, site visits, installation training, promotion with resellers and other means as appropriate
• Drive sustainable sales growth through gaining engineering specifications for Roxtec solutions and delivering world-class support throughout the project lifecycle
• Create and execute targeted sales plan
• Identify and communicate resources needed to meet sales objectives
• Effectively promote and apply Roxtec Core Values, within Roxtec and within industry
• Plan and manage all customer contacts and meetings within Roxtec CRM system
• Provide routine, accurate and meaningful market information, forecasting and product planning to management
• Provide pre-sales technical advice and solution guidance. This will extend to providing design input for our range of bespoke products where required.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• University degree and/or equivalent. Consideration would be given to those without relevant degree and/or equivalent if sufficient industry specific experience working in a similar role could be demonstrated.
• Professional sales experience with preference to those that have a successful record presenting complex and/or technical solutions to decision makers, specifying engineers.
• Existing working relationships within owner / operators, engineering, contracting and design firms
• Knowledge in our target sector, with experience of civil construction, electrical, controls, automation and/or mechanical systems for our chosen markets.
• Strong understanding of industrial business practices and effective sales techniques – must be able to develop, manage and perform to a sales and business plan with a consultancy approach.
• Experience of business development with the ability to demonstrate structured planning and new prospect engagement
• Ability to use industry news / project databases / relationships to develop technical sales opportunities
• Effective networking skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (written and oral)
• Proven ability and confidence to prepare and present solutions and strategies to groups of co-workers, clients or prospects.
• Proven ability to manage long-term and complex sales projects to success
• Role involves working away from home for periods during the working week to serve the UK market
• Ability to travel internationally on occasion

Beneficial Skills / Knowledge

• Experience of providing technical support / surveying of applications
• Successful track record of selling premium solutions against low cost competitor
• Knowledge and experience within the Rail, Advance Facilities. Telecoms or Infrastructure construction projects.

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading provider of complex Engineering Solutions and services to the nuclear energy, industrial and petrochemical sector, to recruit a Planning Lead for its Warrington office. The Project Controls Lead position will play a vital role within the project planning team and will manage/oversee the delivery of pre-construction P6 Programme, including constructability. It comes with a salary starting at £50,000 - £75,000 depending on experience. If you’re an experience Primavera 6 software planner who can develop plans from engineering information into a task specific schedule and are looking to work for an organisation that continues to be a pioneer in the nuclear sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Planning Lead you will:  

• Develop standardized P6 planning work packages using AIMS SOPs, Client Procedures, and referent knowledge to ensure consistency.
• Create project-specific schedules, integrating activities across multifunctional teams, and iterating them through project stages up to Level 4 for execution.
• Manage cost and resource-loaded P6 programs, monitoring progress and ensuring alignment with Client requirements for pre-construction and project execution.
• Optimize project schedules by coordinating with suppliers, client functions, and stakeholders, providing regular updates to project management.
• Proactively forecast and analyse project activities using EVA techniques, managing variations and maintaining accurate cost, resource, and schedule profiles.
• Foster a collaborative, "best for project" mindset, ensuring open communication, stakeholder alignment, and adherence to AIMS standards and practices.

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Time Served Apprentice / NVQ level 2 / C&G - and / or suitable experience in construction engineering
• HNC/HND (or equal) in an engineering or Project Management discipline.
• Proficient in the use of P6 and cost/resource loading scheduling techniques.
• Knowledge and application of construction methodologies across MEH scopes.
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• CCNSG Safety Passport Training / IOSH Managing Safety Certificate (shortform)

    Personal skills: The Planning Lead role would suit someone who has:  

• Ability to achieve SC status readily.
• Minimum of 5 years senior planning lead experience, with direct reports and supplier oversight.
• Commercial awareness, e.g. experience in Variation and Claims management with strong presentation and communication skills.

    Salary and benefits of the Senior Mechanical Engineer role:  

• Salary of up to £75,000 depending on experience
• Opportunity to progress within an international company
• Company benefits

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Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with Ludlum Systems, a leading radiometric protection provider, to recruit a Technical Sales Executive to drive sales of all products in the UK market, specifically targeting the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, scrap and recycling industries, industrial Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), universities and security. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of radiation physics and be able to develop and maintain key relationships with clients across these diverse markets. The Technical Sales Executive will play a key role in driving revenue growth, expanding market presence, and enhancing brand visibility.  The role comes with a salary of £45,000, up to 10% annual bonus, £6,000 car allowance and more. If you’re a Technical Sales Executive 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 the Sales Executive you will:  

• Develop and implement a sales strategy to achieve revenue targets in the medical and pharmaceuticals market, scrap and recycling sectors, industrial NDT, academic institutions, security.
• Identify and prioritise target clients, understand their needs, and tailor product offerings to provide the best solutions.
• Act as the main point of contact for these customers, providing excellent service, resolving issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Engage in active business development activities to expand the company's presence and drive sales growth
• Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and market feedback to inform decision-making and strategy development.
• Provide technical guidance and product demonstrations to customers to showcase the benefits and features of our offerings.
• Develop a deep understanding of the company's product range and its applications in various sectors.

    Professional qualifications: We’re looking for someone who can bring either proven sales ability or strong technical expertise to this role. There are two routes to fit:

• You may have a background in sales — ideally within the nuclear industry or related sectors such as medical, pharmaceuticals, recycling, industrial NDT, security, or government — with at least a basic understanding of radiation physics.
• Or you may be a technician or engineer with hands-on experience in radiometric instrumentation and a solid knowledge of radiation physics, now ready to move into a more client-facing position.

Whichever route you come from, what matters most is the ability to quickly understand complex products and services, and communicate them with confidence to clients. This is a home-based role with regular travel across the UK to meet clients, attend industry events, and represent the company at trade shows and exhibitions. You’ll need to be eligible for Security Clearance, and experience in Radiation Protection or Health Physics would be an advantage. If you’re looking for a role where you can combine your technical knowledge with client interaction, and play a key part in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.     Personal skills The Mechanical Fitter role would suit someone who has:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and confidently
• Strong relationship-building skills, focused on developing and maintaining long-term client partnerships
• Self-motivated and well-organised, able to manage a home-based role with regular UK travel
• Curious and eager to learn, with the ability to quickly grasp new technical knowledge and apply it in client conversations

    Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Executive role

• Salary of up to £45,000
• £520 pm car allowance
• 10% annual bonus
• Internal and external training provided
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company progression