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

Leeds
West Yorkshire
£27000 - £30000 per annum
Field Service Engineer (Advanced Training) Leeds £27,000 - £30,000 (OTE 35-40K) + Van + Overtime + Bonus + Pension + Holiday   Are you a Mobile Engineer with an electrical bias looking for junior/trainee position with great development into a

Quantity Surveyor

Colchester
Essex
£75000 - £85000 per annum
1st Step Solutions are supporting one of the UK’s leading Engineering Services companies who have an opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor in Essex. Our client is one of the UK's leading Engineering Services companies, delivering mechanical and

Electrical Estimator

Northampton
Northamptonshire
Competitive Salary + Benefits
1st Step Solutions are supporting a M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an Electrical Estimator on a permanent basis based in Northampton. Job Overview: The Electrical Estimator is responsible for the preparation of accurate and commercially

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

Electrical Project Engineer

Bridgwater
Somerset
£400 - £500 per day
Electrical Project Manager Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater Contract: Initial 6 months, with likely extensions Rate: Up to £450 per day (Inside IR35) Working Pattern: 9-day fortnight We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical

Electrician

North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire
£26 per hour
1st Step Solutions are currently looking for an Electrician to work on a project in Catterick, DL9. This role is due to last 4 weeks. As an Electrician, you must hold a Gold JIB Card, as a minimum Due to site safety regulations, you must hold Site

Electricians & Electrical Installers

Port Talbot
Neath Port Talbot
£22 - £27 per hour
Required: Electricians + Electrical Installers (IPAF Required) Start: Tuesday 01/09 Location: Port Talbot, SA12 Duration: 9 Months Electricians Pay Rate: £27.00 per hour CIS Electrical Installers Pay Rate: £22.00 per hour CIS   Site Hours:

Pipefitters / Plumbers

Plymouth
Devon
£28 per hour
Required: Pipefitters / Plumbers Location: Plymouth (PL5) or surrounding areas Start Date: 4-6 weeks time (if security clearance is started today) OR Tuesday 01/09 on another project in the surrounding areas Duration: Until at least February 2027

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Easter 2026 - Timesheets

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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.