Average Engineer salary in the UK

Automotive Project EngineerThe Opportunity:We have the most exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer working within a particularly exciting Automotive environment.  Your skills will lie in Project Management, with an ability to assist with Mechanical Designs, all within an Automotive manufacturer.  If you don't have direct Automotive experience, then an interest in the industry and an understanding of how an engine works will be essential.  You will fully utilize your CAD design experience, liaising with global defense customers, internal designers and project managers to realise the customer’s requirements.  It really is a great opportunity!Job Responsibilities: Translation of Customer requirements into measureable engineering terms and then liaising between our Design Engineers, Project Managers and the international customers directly. Your role will be to manage multiple exciting projects at any one time ensuring that designs are feasible, that budgets are realistic and that product is delivered beyond the customer’s satisfaction.Concept design, checking and sign off of drawings for manufacture and consistent liaison with project management team. Skills Required: 3D CAD skills, ideally using Solidworks, and ideally in the automotive sector (although not essential).Knowledge of drawing standards, geometrical tolerancing and ideally welding specifications.Some experience in a Project Engineers or Applications Engineer’s role would be ideal, or the desire to move from a Design role into just such a position is a must.Good report writing and project information recording experience.An Engineering Degree essential. Associated Benefits:Pension23 Days holiday pro rata + Bank holidaysGroup Life CoverWorking Hours:40 hour week, Mon-Thur 8-5, Fri 8-12Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

System Safety Engineer12-Month Contract£70-£73 per hour Bristol / Remote / HybridAre you an experienced Aerospace System Safety Engineer looking for a high-impact role on a major aircraft certification programme? This is a 12-month contract offering the opportunity to take a key position within an established safety engineering team working on complex, high-value military commercial derivative aircraft systems. You'll play a central role in delivering safety engineering activities and developing verification evidence to meet stringent UK regulatory requirements. This position offers the chance to collaborate with a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team distributed across the UK and internationally. What You'll Be Doing Developing and reviewing safety analyses including Functional Hazard Assessments (FHAs), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Common Mode Analysis.Supporting compliance verification arguments across the full product lifecycle.Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams and external stakeholders to manage product safety from concept through to certification. What We're Looking For Required: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant engineering discipline.10+ years' experience in Aerospace Engineering.6+ years' experience in System Safety Engineering.Strong knowledge of ARP 4761 aircraft safety assessment methodologies.Experience with ARP 4754 processes.Proficiency in Fault Tree Analysis using tools such as Reliability Workbench (RWB) and/or CAFTA. Preferred: Formal training or academic qualifications in System Safety Engineering.Experience developing Air-System Loss Models. Why Apply? Competitive £70-£73 per hour contract rate.Opportunity to work on a prestigious, technically advanced aerospace programme.Engage in challenging, meaningful safety engineering work with international collaboration.12-month contract with potential extension depending on project needs. Please Note:Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join an established team in the industrial and manufacturing sector. This role involves overseeing engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and meet quality standards in Burnley. Client Details A leading Manufacturing and Production business within the precision engineering space based in Burnley, specialising in advanced CNC machining, tooling, assembly, fabrication, and a wide range of surface treatments such as anodising, passivisation, powder coating, and wet paint finishes. The company delivers manufacturing solutions to high-performance sectors including aerospace, automotive, defence, power generation, and off-highway/machinery markets. Operating from a state-of-the-art facility on Innovation Drive, the business supports customers from concept and design-for-manufacture through to production and full product delivery. With extensive investment in automation, long-bed machining capability, and modern manufacturing technology, it produces complex components such as aero-engine parts, landing gear components, structural assemblies, and other safety-critical items for global OEMs. The company upholds strong industry credentials, maintaining certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, and AS/EN 9100, along with Cyber Essentials and JOSCAR accreditation. With a proven track record supporting major blue-chip clients, it is recognised for its commitment to innovation, quality, and operational excellence across the full manufacturing lifecycle. Description As a Project Engineer you will be tasked with the following: Lead and coordinate new product introduction and change-management projects from enquiry through to delivery.Develop and manage project plans, gateways, milestones, budgets, and risk-mitigation actions.Drive APQP activities and compile PPAP documentation in collaboration with internal teams.Resolve project roadblocks, assign accountability, and ensure issues are closed out effectively.Coordinate and manage customer RFQs, review costings, and prepare competitive quotations.Chair project meetings, communicate progress to stakeholders, and maintain consistent project documentation.Provide technical support across departments and ensure strong cross-functional communication.Conduct lessons-learned reviews and ensure adherence to internal project management processes.Coach, support, and guide project team members to promote strong performance and development. Profile A successful Project Engineer should have: Engineering/Manufacturing degree / HNC or equivalent industry experience is essentialKnowledge & Experience of PPAP & APQP is essential (FAI advantageous)3 Years experience of project management within a manufacturing environment is essentialUnderstanding of CNC machining principlesKnowledge of Castings, Extrusions & Forgings would be advantageousRecognised Project Management Qualification (desirable)Excellent IT skills with an in depth knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint & ProjectExperience of managing manufacturing projects on schedule and within budgetExperience interfacing with customersWorking knowledge of MS Project Job Offer Competitive salary between £40,000 and £50,000 per annum.Salary sacrifice pension scheme with a total 9% contribution (5% employee, 4% employer).25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.Medical cashback plan and high street shopping cashback card.Cycle to work scheme and EV car leasing scheme. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Engineer to join a small-sized company in Burnley and contribute to exciting projects within the industrial and manufacturing sector. Apply today to take the next step in your career!