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

Plumber / Mech Installer

Plymouth
Devon
If interested please call 1st Step Solutions on 01173326633
1st Step Solutions Ltd (Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment Specialists) are recruiting for Plumber/Fitter/Mech Installer to work in Plymouth (PL14)   Required: Plumber/Fitter/ Mech Installer Start Date: Tuesday 14th July 2026 Location: Near

Electrical Mate/Installer

Bristol
Bristol
£19 per hour
Required: Electrical Mate/Installer Location:  New Commercial install, Cribbs Causeway, North Bristol (BS34) Start Date: Monday 13/07 Pay Rate (CIS): £19p/hr Site Hours: Monday - Thursdays (12 hrs p/day) - 3 day weekend!  Duration: 5 weeks

Electrical Mate

Farnham
Surrey
£19 per hour
1st Step Solutions are currently looking for an Electrical Mate to work on a restaurant fit out project in Farnham, GU9. This is work is for 2 weeks. You will need to be comfortable with chasing out. As an Electrical Mate, you must hold a ECS card as a

Electrical Supervisor/Site Manager

Bristol
Bristol
£55000 - £70000 per annum
1st Step Solutions Ltd (M&E Recruitment Specialists) 1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading M&E Contractor who have an opportunities for Electrical Supervisors & Electrical Site Managers, to be project based in Bristol for the next 5-7 years.

AC Engineer

West Sussex
West Sussex
£270 per day
1st Step Solutions are currently looking for an AC Engineer for a project in Gatwick, RH6. We are looking for an AC Engineer to work for 2 weeks on a commercial project in Gatwick.  Start Date | 13/07/2026 Duration | 2 weeks  Hours | 07:30 -

Mechanical Estimator

Dartford
Kent
£65000 - £70000 per annum
1st Step Solutions are supporting a leading MEP contractor who have an opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator based in Kent on a permanent basis. Role overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for

Electrical Tester / Appointed Person

London
London
£26.70 - £40.05 per hour
Electrical Tester / Appointed Person £26.70 per hour (PAYE only) Uplift after 37.5 hours Temp-to-Perm 43 hours per week Various projects across London & the South East 1st Step Solutions are looking for an Electrical Tester / Appointed Person to work

Project Manager

Bridgwater
Somerset
£70000 - £80000 per annum
Project Manager (Mechanical OR Electrical) Bridgwater £70,000 - £80,000 depending on experience + Car + Pension + 35 Days Holiday (9 Day Fortnight OR 5 Day Week Option)   We are working on behalf of Major Tier 1 M&E Contractor, working in the

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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.