For candidates
If you are looking for work.
Apprentice through to chartered engineers, we cover all levels.
Roles we place
- , Mechanical Engineers
- , Electrical Engineers
- , Maintenance Engineers
- , Design Engineers
- , Project Engineers
- , Technicians
Sector specialist · Northern Ireland
Engineering.
Specialist engineering recruitment across all eighteen of our Northern Ireland branches , permanent, temporary and contract.
For employers
If you are hiring.
Manufacturing, energy, construction and aerospace employers across NI for skilled engineering professionals.
Typical employers
- , Aerospace & defence
- , Energy & utilities
- , Heavy manufacturing
- , Construction
Career pathway
From entry to leadership.
- 01Apprentice / Technician
- 02Engineer
- 03Senior Engineer
- 04Engineering Manager
Related training: Engineering apprenticeships
By location
Engineering jobs across NI.
Frequently asked.
- How do I find engineering jobs in Northern Ireland?
- Browse live engineering vacancies on this page or register your CV with Rutledge. Our local team across all 18 NI branches will match you to suitable engineering roles as they come in.
- What qualifications do I need for engineering roles?
- Requirements vary by role. Many engineering positions are open to candidates with the right attitude and experience; others need specific qualifications or Access NI checks. Rutledge can help you identify the right route, including funded training where eligible.
- Does Rutledge offer temporary engineering work?
- Yes, we place candidates into permanent, temporary and contract engineering roles across NI. Temporary workers are paid weekly through our PAYE payroll.
- Which Rutledge branches recruit for engineering?
- Engineering recruitment is supported by our network of 18 NI branches, with specific branches having particular expertise in this sector. See the locations list below to find your nearest specialist branch.
- How long does it take to be placed?
- For active engineering candidates with up-to-date compliance documents, placements often happen within 1 - 2 weeks. Temporary roles can start in 24 - 48 hours.
Engineering career guides
- How to Find a Job in Northern Ireland: A Step-by-Step Guide
- Which Jobs Are in Demand in Northern Ireland?
- Top CV Writing Tips for NI Job Seekers
- Interview Questions NI Employers Actually Ask
- Temp, Temp-to-Perm or Permanent: Which Contract Suits You?
- Agency Temp Work in NI: Weekly Pay, Holiday Pay and Your Rights
Talk to a recruiter
Looking for work in this sector?
Send us your details and the recruitment team will match you against live and upcoming vacancies.
- 18 branches across Northern Ireland
- Department for the Economy approved training provider
- Enquiries answered during branch opening hours
- Prefer to talk? Call 028 2568 9643
You send it
A few details only. No account, no login, nothing to download.
We read it
Your enquiry goes straight to the team at the branch nearest you.
We come back
You hear from a named team member, usually within one working day.
Hiring staff in Northern Ireland?
Tell us what you need and a team member from your nearest branch will call you back. Permanent, temporary, temp to perm and contract cover across 14 sectors.