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

Electricians & Installers

Falmouth
Cornwall
£22 - £27 per hour
1st Step Solutions (M&E Recruitment Specialists) We are recruiting for Electricians & Electrical Installers for a commercial project in Falmouth (TR10)   Required: Electricians & Electrical Installers Location: Falmouth (TR10) Start Date: Mon 03/08

Mechanical Estimator

Northampton
Northamptonshire
Competitive salary + Benefits
1st Step Solutions are supporting a M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator on a permanent basis based in Northampton. Our client is seeking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join their highly successful

Duct Fitter

London
London
£28.50 per hour
Duct Fitter required | EC2A 1st Step Solutions are looking for a duct fitter to work on an ongoing commercial project in Liverpool Street. You will be working on galvanized duct work You will be required to have a Blue Skills Card Job Summary:

Electrical Improver

Newquay
Cornwall
£17.62 - £46.42 per hour
1st Step Solutions (M&E Recruitment Specialists) We are recruiting for Electricians & Electrical Improvers for the following long-term project in Cornwall   Required: Electrical Improvers Location : RAF St Mawgan, Newquay Duration: at least 2years,

Electricians

Newquay
Cornwall
£28 - £42 per hour
1st Step Solutions (M&E Recruitment Specialists) We are recruiting for Electricians & Electrical Improvers for the following long-term project in Cornwall   Required: Electricians Location: Newquay (TR8) Duration: at least 2years, more likely

Electrician & Electrical Installer

Plymouth
Devon
If interested please call 1st Step Solutions on 01173326633
1st Step Solutions Ltd (Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment Specialists) are recruiting for Electricians & Electrical Installers to work in Plymouth (PL5)   Required: Electricians & Electrical Installers Start Date: ASAP Location: Plymouth, PL5

Project Manager (Ductwork / Ventilation)

Leicester
Leicestershire
Negotiable depending on experience
Project Manager (Ductwork / Ventilation) Location: East Midlands Job Type: Permanent or Contract (considered) Salary/Rate: Dependent on Experience An established M&E contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to oversee the

Working Electrical Supervisor

White City
London
£30 - £32.50 per hour
1st Step Solutions are looking for an Working Electrical Chargehand / Working Electrical Supervisor in White City, W12. This role would require someone to assist the Electrical Supervsor with day-to-day tasking of the electrical workforce, leading by

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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.