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

Electrician

Bideford
Devon
£26 per hour
Required: Electricians (with IPAF) Location: Bideford, Devon (EX39) Parking on site Start Date: 15/06/2026 Pay Rate: £26p/hr Duration: 3 months + Site Hours: 7:30am - 5pm (45hrs p/wk) Duties: New high level lighting, power & containment on commercial

Mechanical Mate / Improver

Bristol
Bristol
£18 - £21 per hour
Required: Mechanical Mate / Mechanical Installer Start Date: Monday 01/06 Location: Filton (BS34) Hours: 7.30-5 (paid 7-5) Mon-Fri Phase 1: 19 weeks If they pick up Phase 2: work until Xmas Pay rate: £18-£21 p/hr (depending on experience)  

Electrical Tester

Bristol
Bristol
£45000 per annum
1st Step Solutions Ltd (Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment Specialists) We are working with an established Bristol business that is recruiting for the following permanent role.   Required: Electrical Tester/Inspector Employment: Permanent Office

Electrical Installer

Taunton
Somerset
£21 per hour
Required: Electrical Installer Start Date: ASAP or Monday 01/06 Location: Taunton, Somerset (TA4) Hours: Upto 45hrs p/wk Duration: 3-4 Weeks, possibly longer      Pay Rate: £21.00 per hour Duties: 2nd fix on new commerical project  

Electrician

Cambridge
Cambridgeshire
£270 per day
Required: Electrician Start Date:  ASAP or Monday 01/06 Location:  Cambridge (CB2) Hours:  Monday- Friday (45hrs p/wk) Duration:  7 Weeks, poss longer Electrician Pay Rate:  £270 per day CIS Duties:  1st fix, basket, tray, Unistrut on

Electrician

Leeds
West Yorkshire
£23.50 per hour
1st Step Solutions are currently looking for Electrician’s  to work on a project in Leeds, LS9 . This is Long term role 6 months +. You must be happy with Metal munchkin, containment, conduit etc. As an Electrician,  you must hold a JIB Card, as a

Electrical Supervisor

Leeds
West Yorkshire
Competitive
Electrical Supervisor Leeds 12 Month Contract 1st Step Solutions are supporting a Tier 1 M&E Contractor who are looking for a Electrical Supervisor to join their team on a new residential project in Leeds. Job Purpose: The responsibilities of

Mechanical Supervisor

Leeds
West Yorkshire
£270 - £290 per day
Mechanical Supervisor Leeds 12 Month Contract 1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading M&E Contractor who are looking for a Mechanical Supervisor to join their team in Leeds, supporting them on a new residential project. We are seeking

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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.