Engineering and Manufacturing

At 1st Step Solutions, we specialise in delivering high-quality Engineering and Manufacturing recruitment solutions across a wide range of technical and operational disciplines. From hands-on specialists to senior leadership, we connect industry leading employers with exceptional talent

We have specialist consultants recruiting a range of roles as below.

Automation & Control

CNC Machinist & Tool maker

Commissioning Install

Design Engineering

Electrical & Mechanical Engineers

Electronics Engineer

Maintenance & Service Engineers

Manufacturing & Production Engineers

Project Engineers & Management

Senior Management & Operational roles

Technical Sales & Business Development

Test & Calibration

Welder Fabricators

Quality Assurance & Control

 

Active jobs

Field Service Engineer

Manchester
Greater Manchester
£30000 - £33000 per annum + Van + Bonus + Overtime
Are you a Mechanical Engineer from any industry sector looking for a company that will provide full training so you can develop your career? On offer is the chance to work on technically challenging mechanical products in a field-based role that pays door to door with plenty of opportunity to maximise earnings with overtime.

Electrical Project Engineer

Exeter
Devon
Up to £60000 per annum + life & sickness cover & company car
The employer are seeking an accomplished Electrical Project Engineer to join the MEP team to deliver the electrical installation of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) - projects across the southwest area. The successful candidate will take responsibility for ensuring that the projects Electrical installation is delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget - while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Electrical Contracts Manager

Plymouth
Devon
£75000 - £80000 per annum + car, pension, life & sickness cover
As the Senior Electrical Contracts Manager, you'll be joining an MEP team to deliver the electrical installation of a major flagship project in Plymouth. This is a high-profile leadership role requiring significant expertise in electrical engineering and project management. The successful candidate will take responsibility for ensuring that the project Electrical installation is delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget - while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Electrician & Electrical Installer

Weston-Super-Mare
Somerset
Negotiable
Electrician & Electrical Installer required in Weston-Super-Mare(BS23)- 4-6 Months

TIG Welder (Progression to Supervisor)

Bristol
Bristol
£30000 - £36000 per annum + Bonus + Overtime OTE £40 - 45K
The Role *Stainless Steel welding *37.5 hour week (overtime at 1.5x above that) *MONTHLY bonus *Unlimited optional overtime available *Supervisor and Team Leading

Electrician

Bristol City Centre
Bristol
Up to £27.00 per hour
Electrician (with 2391) required in Central Bristol (BS1)- £27.00 per CIS

Electrical Supervisor

Dawlish
Devon
Negotiable
Recruiting an experienced Electrical Supervisor to work for a well established M&E contracting company in Devon

Quality Engineer

Redditch
Worcestershire
£35000 - £40000 per annum + + 4 Day Week
In this role you will support all quality engineering activities during the project stage of development and introduction of NPI. You will also generate relevant documentation in APQP, PPAP and FAIR whilst maintaining good relationships with suppliers and clients on all quality issues.

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09. 03. 2026

Easter 2026 - Timesheets

Due to a reduced payroll window please see our revised timesheet deadlines for the Easter period.
02. 03. 2026

Supporting Future Talent: 1st Step Solutions at Beauchamps School Mock Interviews

At 1st Step Solutions, we are committed to supporting the next generation as they prepare to enter the world of work. At the end of January, we were proud to be invited to take part in the Year 10 Mock Interview Day at Beauchamps High School, with our representative Davinia attending on behalf of the business.
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Renewing Our Commitment to The Lighthouse Charity

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