Electrical, controls & instrumentation
Engineers and technicians who keep power, control systems and instrumentation running safely in high-demand environments.
Engineering talent that keeps industry moving.
Permanent and contract engineers for manufacturing and industrial environments across the UK and Europe, from technicians on the shop floor to engineering leadership.
Our performance
Hard-to-reach engineers, found with pace and precision.
Most of the best engineers aren’t applying for jobs. We combine a strong UK and European network with a partnership-led approach to reach them and help you hire with confidence.
75k+
Engineering professionals in our network
93%
Successful hire rate
23%
Average supplier cost reduction
100%
Compliant freelancing solutions
What we specialise in
Engineering disciplines we support.
Core disciplines
Mechanical
Design, reliability and hands-on mechanical talent to improve performance across plant, equipment and production lines.
Automation
Specialists who design, programme and optimise the automated systems behind modern manufacturing.
Delivery & operations
Site operations
Leaders and engineers who keep sites productive, safe and compliant, shift after shift.
Project delivery
Engineering professionals who take capital projects from design through installation and commissioning.
Maintenance
Planned, preventative and reactive maintenance talent that minimises downtime and protects output.
3 Dedicated recruiters focused solely on your roles
Why choose us
A specialist partner for your critical projects
Specialist focus
Niche, hard-to-reach engineering talent who aren’t actively applying or engaging directly with employers.
Delivery
Proactive sourcing, accurate shortlisting and consistent delivery that reduce your time to hire.
Relationship-led
Trust, communication and long-term fit, for hiring teams and candidates alike.
Cost-effective
A modern, agile partner that stays mindful of your budget, commercial priorities and overall cost of hire.
Engagement models
Permanent & contract engineering staffing.
Whether you’re building long-term capability or need specialist cover for a project or shutdown, we offer flexible engagement models.
Permanent staffing
Build long-term capability- 01Contingency hiring: pay only on placement
- 02Retained search for exclusive and niche hires
- 03Engineering leadership appointments
Contract solutions
Specialist expertise, exactly when needed- 01Specialist expertise exactly when it’s needed
- 02Scale quickly for projects and shutdowns
- 03Fill critical skills gaps
- 04100% compliant contractor solutions
Our delivery approach
End-to-end process management.
- 1 Requirement qualification A detailed brief covering skills, team, culture, budget and timelines.
- 2 Identification & screening Targeted search across our network, followed by in-depth screening.
- 3 Interview coordination Scheduling, preparation and feedback managed on both sides.
- 4 Offer management Clear negotiation on salary or rate, notice periods and start dates.
- 5 Onboarding support We stay close through the initial period to ensure a successful onboarding.
Discover supported us on the hire of an Engineering Manager in our UK plant, a critical role for our operational growth. They quickly understood the technical and leadership requirements, delivered a strong shortlist, and secured an excellent appointment within a tight time frame.
The process was efficient, focused and highly professional.
Take the next step
Let’s discuss your engineering hiring plans.
Whether it’s a single critical hire or a growing engineering team, we’ll start by understanding your site, your culture and the role, ideally in person.
Book a 30-minute call