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

Electrical Authorised Person

Thetford
Norfolk
Negotiable
Electrical Authorised Person Thetford 12 months 1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading Tier 1 M&E Contractor who looking for an Electrical Authorised Person to join their team on a project in Thetford.

Electrical Project Engineer

Thetford
Norfolk
Negotiable
Electrical Project Engineer Thetford 2 Year Contract 1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading Tier 1 M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to be based on a new project in Thetford. Due to the nature of the project, we do require applicants who have current SC Clearance OR would be able to successfully pass the vetting process.

Electrical Supervisor

City of London
London
Negotiable
Electrical Supervisor Moorgate Contract 1st Step Solutions are supporting a Tier 1 M&E Contractor who are looking for a Electrical Supervisor to join their team on an ongoing commercial project in Moorgate.

Mechanical Construction Manager

Thetford
Norfolk
Negotiable
Mechanical Construction Manager Thetford Contract 1st Step Solutions are looking for an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager in the Thetford area on behalf of a leading Tier 1 M&E Contractor.

Electrical Site Manager

Thetford
Norfolk
Negotiable
Electrical Site Manager March 2026 Contract 1st Step Solutions are working on behalf a Tier 1 M&E Contractor that have a requirement for an experienced Electrical Site Manager to join them on a new commercial project in Thetford.

Mechanical Site Manager

Thetford
Norfolk
Negotiable
Mechanical Site Manager March 2026 Contract 1st Step Solutions are working on behalf a Tier 1 M&E Contractor that have a requirement for an experienced Mechanical Site Manager to join them on a new commercial project in Thetford. You must have previous experience working with a Tier 1 M&E Contractor on large Shell & Core CAT A commercial projects and come from a Pipefitting background, with experience overseeing plantroom packages.

Mechanical Design Engineer

London
London
Negotiable
The Role This is a varied role combining high-quality mechanical design work with hands-on site involvement. In addition to design responsibilities, you will regularly attend site to survey plantrooms, contribute to CAPEX planning, and produce project estimate schedules.

Contracts Manager

London
London
Negotiable
We are currently seeking a highly experienced Contracts Manager to oversee and manage multiple Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) projects from tender through to final account. The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

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