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

Fatigue Management & Sentinel Coordinator

London
London
Negotiable
To manage and continuously improve the company's fatigue management and Sentinel compliance arrangements, ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant deployment of labour across all relevant projects.

Business Development Manager (Hybrid)

Plymouth
Devon
Up to £50000 per annum + Bonus structure / Car Allowance / Pension
Business Development Manager, Hybrid/Field based role. Up to £50k per annum. Working between Cornwall / Devon Offices.

Field Quality Engineer

City of London
London
Negotiable
Field Quality Engineer (M&E) to strengthen quality across UK operations. This is a hands-on, site-facing role focused on ensuring right-first-time delivery across mechanical and electrical packages: from installation through to commissioning and handover. You'll work across multiple projects, supporting teams on site, driving standards, and resolving quality issues before they impact programme or client delivery.

Electricians & Electrical Installers

Portsmouth
Hampshire
£210 - £260 per day
Electricians & Electrical Installers required in Portsmouth, Hampshire (PO3)- 4 Months

Plumber

Bristol
Bristol
Negotiable
Plumbers required in Bristol (BS2), initially 3 months work (possibly 12 months)

Electrical Tester

Catterick Garrison
North Yorkshire
Up to £28.00 per hour
Approved JIB card with 2391 or equivalent.

Electrician

Catterick Garrison
North Yorkshire
Up to £26.00 per hour
Electricians required for a 6-week project in Catterick, DL9.

Service Support Specialist

Chulmleigh
Devon
£33000 - £36000 per annum + Overtime
Are you looking for a position with real variety, with full training and the opportunity to progress your career? Do you have good mechanical knowledge and want to transfer this into an internal position looking after key clients from a technical standpoint?

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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

We are proud to announce the renewal of our annual Company Supporter pledge with The Lighthouse Charity, reaffirming our commitment to supporting the wellbeing of the UK and Ireland construction community.