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Metals & Engineering Recruitment

Aspion’s metals and engineering recruitment agency sources skilled mechanical engineers, industrial engineers, metallurgists, fabricators, and welders. We also handle CNC machining recruitment and metal fabrication recruitment for firms across the UK. We match candidates to roles in design, production, and maintenance. We keep the process clear and fast. Contact our engineering specialists to fill your roles.

What Is Metals and Engineering Recruitment?

Definition and Scope of Metals & Engineering Recruitment

Metals and engineering recruitment covers hiring for roles in metal fabrication, welding, and CNC machining. It includes sourcing mechanical engineers and industrial engineers for production and technical teams.

Role of Specialist Agencies in Technical Talent Acquisition

Specialist agencies use deep sector networks to find candidates with niche skills. They run technical assessments, check welding certification, and verify CNC machining competence.

Which Roles Do We Recruit?

Mechanical Engineers and Industrial Engineers

We place mechanical engineers who design machines and industrial engineers who optimise processes.

Metallurgists and Material Scientists

We recruit metallurgists and material scientists who analyse metal properties and select alloys.

Fabricators and Welding Specialists

Our fabricators and welding specialists handle metal assembly, welding, and compliance with welding certification standards.

CNC Machinists and Precision Operators

We source CNC machinists skilled in operating mills, lathes, and precision machine tools.

How to Recruit Qualified Mechanical Engineers?

Technical Assessments and Credential Verification

We run technical tests and verify credentials such as engineering degrees and certifications.

Targeted Headhunting and Candidate Screening

We use headhunting to find passive candidates and screen for CAD proficiency and project experience.

What Skills Are Required for Metals & Engineering Roles?

CAD Proficiency and CNC Machining Expertise

Candidates should have CAD skills and hands-on CNC machining experience.

Welding Certification and Metallurgical Analysis Skills

We look for welding certification and the ability to conduct metallurgical analysis.

Why Choose Aspion for Metals & Engineering Recruitment?

Deep Sector Networks and Technical Vetting

Our networks in metals and engineering reach both active and passive talent. We vet technical skills before presenting candidates.

Proven Metrics: Fill Rate and Time-to-Hire Performance

We maintain a 95 percent fill rate and 16-day average time-to-hire, which is why organisations across metals & engineering trust us with their recruitment.

What Is Aspion's Recruitment Process?

We start with a consultation to define role criteria and timelines. We map the market and source candidates through our network and targeted outreach. We run technical assessments, verify credentials, and conduct interviews. We shortlist and present top candidates. We support offer negotiation and follow up after hire.

FAQs

Q: What is metals and engineering recruitment?
A: It’s the process of sourcing, vetting and placing skilled professionals - like mechanical engineers, metallurgists, fabricators and welders - to meet industry hiring needs.

Q: How do I recruit qualified mechanical engineers?
A: Use targeted headhunting, technical assessments, credential verification and partner with specialists who understand engineering competencies.

Q: What skills are required for metals and engineering roles?
A: Key skills include CAD proficiency, CNC machining, welding certification, metallurgical analysis and lean manufacturing understanding.

Q: Why partner with a specialist metals & engineering recruitment agency?
A: Specialists bring deep sector networks, technical screening expertise and faster time-to-hire for niche engineering roles.

Our dedicated recruiters operate across Business Services, Operations, Sales & Marketing, Transport & Logistics, Driving, Metals & Engineering, Finance & Accountancy, Supply Chain and Manufacturing.

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Internal Sales Account Manager

Plymouth
Devon
Market related
nternal Sales Executive Location: Plymouth Salary: £Negotiable depending on experience Hours: Monday to Friday Reference: ASPLIV Do you have experience working within the metals industry? Are you looking to join a well established metal stockholder with a strong reputation in the market? Would you enjoy a fast- paced internal sales role where you can build strong customer relationships? If so, I want to hear from you. Our client, a well-established metal stockholder based in Plymouth, is looking for a motivated and commercially focused Internal Sales Executive to join their team. Responsibilities Manage and develop relationships with existing customers. Identify new business opportunities. Handle sales enquiries and provide accurate, competitive quotations. Identify opportunities to increase sales across existing accounts. Proactively follow up quotations and enquiries to maximise conversion. Work closely with customers to understand their requirements and provide the right products and solutions. Liaise with internal teams to ensure orders are processed efficiently and delivered to customer requirements. Maintain accurate customer and sales information on the company's system. Keep up to date with market conditions, pricing and competitor activity. Requirements Previous experience within the metals industry is desirable. Previous experience within a simillar industry essential. Proven experience in a sales and account management role. Confident communicating with customers by telephone and email. Commercially aware with a strong understanding of customer service and sales. Proactive, resilient and target-driven approach. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Package Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience. Monday to Feiday 08:30-17:00 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays. Annual profit share bonus Company pension Mind Health Schem Access to 24/7 GP Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business within the metals sector. To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant 0151 209 2050 daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data - these can be viewed on our website.
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Business Development Executive

Swanley
Kent
£25k - 28k per year
Business Development Executive Location: Swanley Salary: £25,000-£28,000 depending on level of experience Industry: Metals Reference: ASPLIV Our client, a leading UK metal stockholder, is looking to appoint a driven and ambitious Business Development Executive to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional who thrives on building relationships, winning new business, and developing long term customer accounts. The business is open to candidates from a range of sales backgrounds - attitude, resilience, and people skills are more important than industry experience. They are looking for someone who is naturally curious, commercially minded, and confident picking up the phone and creating opportunities. Key Responsibilities - Proactively identify and win new business opportunities. - Build strong relationships with both new and existing customers. - Manage and grow customer accounts to maximise revenue opportunities. - Conduct outbound sales activity including cold calling and lead generation. - Understand customer requirements and provide tailored solutions. - Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and close deals effectively. - Maintain regular communication with customers to develop long-term partnerships. - Keep CRM systems updated with sales activity and pipeline information. - Monitor market activity and identify potential areas for growth. Key Skills & Experience - Previous experience within a sales or business development environment desirable. - Confident communicator with strong relationship building skills. - Comfortable making outbound calls and generating new business opportunities. - Self-motivated, resilient, and target driven. - Competitive mindset with a strong desire to succeed. - Naturally inquisitive and confident asking questions. - Strong organisational skills and good initiative. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Package & Benefits - £25,000-£28,000 depending on level of experience - Annual profit share scheme - Salary incentives - 08:30-17:00 Monday to Friday - Clear progression pathway with an industry leader To Contact Direct Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant 0151 209 2050 daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website.
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Quality Inspector

Deeside
Deeside
£32k - 38k per year
Quality Inspector
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Maintenance Engineer

Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
£35k - 45k per year + overtime + benefits
A global manufacturer based in Huddersfield is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their Maintenance team. This role is a mix of electrical and mechanical work across factory build, testing and site installation. It's a stable business with a good reputation, long term projects and clear scope for development. The Maintenance Engineer role is a Monday to Friday, days based position.
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Quality Inspector

Stockport
Greater Manchester
£39.5k - 41.5k per year
Quality Inspector Location: Stockport Salary: £39,500-£41,500 per annum (DOE) Hours: 08:00-17:00 Monday to Friday Reference: ASPLIV Are you an experienced Quality Inspector with strong CMM and metrology experience? Do you have a good understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional inspection, and quality requirements? Would you enjoy a hands-on role working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams within a precision engineering environment? If so, I want to hear from you. Our client is looking to recruit a Quality Inspector to join their Quality team, responsible for ensuring products meet specified requirements and comply with the company's ISO 9001 standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Inspector who enjoys a hands on role involving CMM inspection, conventional metrology, first off inspection, non conformance, and working closely with Production and Engineering to maintain high quality standards. Responsibilities: Perform incoming, in-process and final inspections. Inspect products against drawings, specifications and tolerances. Operate and program CMM equipment for dimensional inspection. Use CMMs and conventional metrology equipment including micrometres, verniers and bore gauges. Produce inspection reports and maintain accurate quality records/FAI documentation. Ensure equipment is calibrated and inspection results are fully traceable. Identify, segregate and report non-conforming products, raising NCRs where required. Carry out first-off inspections and support Production with quality issues. Work with Production and Engineering to resolve dimensional and drawing-related issues. Support quality KPIs, root cause analysis and continuous improvement. Requirements: Previous experience working as a Quality Inspector within an engineering, manufacturing, or precision engineering environment. Strong CMM operation and programming experience. Good understanding of conventional metrology and dimensional inspection techniques. Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T. Experience using inspection equipment including micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, and CMMs. Experience producing inspection reports and maintaining accurate quality records. Understanding of ISO 9001 quality requirements. Experience dealing with non-conforming products and raising NCRs. Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy. Ability to work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams. A proactive approach to identifying quality issues and opportunities for improvement. Good communication skills with the confidence to challenge where quality requirements are not being met. Package Details: £39,500-£41,500 per annum 08:00-17:00 Monday to Friday 25 days annual leave + Bank Holiday Company pension To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant 0151 209 2050 daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - these can be viewed on our website.
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Cnc Miller

Cheshire
Cheshire
£29k - 33k per year + shift allowance
I am currently working with a well established machinery manufacturer that designs and manufactures high quality, bespoke machinery for customers across a range of industries. Following the successful launch of a new range of equipment, the business is experiencing sustained growth, continued investment and a strong order book. This is an exciting opportunity to join a stable and expanding engineering business with excellent long term prospects.
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Mechanical Design Engineer

Burnley
Lancashire
£36k - 43k per year + benefits
This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a machinery manufacturer delivering large projects across the UK and internationally. This is an exciting, innovative role within a business that is entering a significant growth phase. You will be joining a forward-thinking engineering team and working in a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer position, designing machinery using SolidWorks and taking projects from concept through to build.
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Lead Sliding Head CNC Programmer

Dudley
West Midlands
£45k per year
Lead Sliding Head CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator - Star & Citizen Machines Location: Dudley Salary: £45,000-£51,000 per annum depending on experience Reference: ASPLIV Industry: Fasteners Our client, a well-established precision engineering business based in Dudley, is looking to recruit an experienced Lead Sliding Head CNC Setter/Operator to join their growing manufacturing team. Responsibilities Setting and operating Star and Citizen Sliding Head CNC machines. Loading programs, tooling, and materials to ensure efficient production runs. Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions. Carrying out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks using measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, gauges, and shadowgraphs. Making offsets and minor program adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and process capability. Monitoring machine performance and troubleshooting production issues to minimise downtime. Changing tooling and carrying out routine machine maintenance where required. Manufacturing components to tight tolerances and exact customer specifications. Recording production data, inspection results, and machine performance information accurately. Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment. Working closely with programmers, engineers, quality personnel, and production supervisors to improve quality and efficiency. Requirements Previous experience setting and operating Star and/or Citizen Sliding Head CNC lathes. Strong understanding of CNC machining principles and precision engineering practices. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements. Experience using precision measuring equipment and carrying out quality inspections. Knowledge of tooling selection, tool life management, and machine optimisation techniques. Ability to identify and resolve machining and quality issues independently. Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a manufacturing environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality components. Experience with Fanuc controls and programme edits would be advantageous. Desirable Experience: Apprenticeship or formal qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline. Experience working within aerospace, medical, automotive, oil & gas, or other precision engineering sectors. Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Package Details: £45,000-£51,000 per annum 07:00-16:00 Monday to Thursday / 07:00-15:00 Friday Overtime x1.25 Weekdays / x2 Saturdays 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Company pension To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant 0151 209 2050 daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data - these can be viewed on our website.
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