Average Associate Engineer salary in Bristol

Research Associate DepartmentMechanical EngineeringSalaryStarting from £38,784, rising to £46,049Closing dateSunday 01 March 2026About the roleThe Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking to recruit a Research Associate to advance the understanding of sealing technology in next generation gas turbines. The project is funded in collaboration with Siemens Energy (UK, Germany and USA), a leading manufacturer and supplier of gas turbine technology. We are looking for a driven and capable individual, either with a PhD or industrial R&D experience, to lead a high-impact project developing a new generation of sealing technology in next generation gas turbine engines.Why consider this role?If you're already established in industry, this position could offer you a way to apply your experience in a project that could shape the future of green energy technology. As the Research Associate, you’ll lead a technically ambitious project with real-world application and long-term value. You’ll have the chance to:- Take ownership of a major research project to advance the understanding of fluid-dynamics and heat transfer in next generation gas turbines- Work at the intersection of academia and industry with support from both- Develop your skills in leadership, innovation, and strategic technical development- Gain access to training and a personal development allowance- Broaden your professional network through interactions with industrial partnersThis role offers the autonomy of an academic position, with the added benefits of structured support and mentoring.About the ProjectThe goal is to test new, innovative engine components to optimise cooling systems. The successful completion and implementation of this research will improve engine design methods at Siemens for next-generation hydrogen-compatible energy-production gas turbines. You’ll further the understanding of fundamental challenge for engine designers that will reduce environmental impact and improve performance in a critical technology sector.What you’ll need- A PhD in a relevant engineering field or experience in industrial R&D- Experience with modelling and simulation tools such as Matlab- Proficiency in CAD- Confidence working independently and engaging with multiple stakeholdersFurther InformationThis role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term for 12 months basis.For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Dr James Scobie.As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days of professional development pro rata per year.A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reductions in responsibilities, and an amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded.We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. 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What we can offer youWe're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:- Free counselling services through Health Assured- Cycle to work scheme- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme- Staff discount at Team Bath gym- Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees- Staff discount on language courses- Generous employer contributory pension schemes- Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance- A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities, including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more- Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath- Local discounts and more- A family-friendly workplace - An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce- Relocation allowance- Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expensesFind out more about our benefits on our website and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us on X and LinkedIn.Right to Work in the UK: We do not assess immigration or right to work status until offer stage. 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Your new firmThis premier firm are top of their game in the Projects sector, dominating the directory ratings and handling major instructions for national and international clients.Your new roleWith one of the largest Projects teams outside of London and with significant and sustained growth in recent years, this market leading firm are now looking to recruit an ambitious Projects Associate/ Senior Associate Lawyer to join the team. With expertise across multiple sectors including energy, infrastructure, real estate development and transport, this team have an enviable national reputation. You will be exposed to a variety of high-quality work and have the opportunity to be a part of a team advising on significant projects that are shaping the industry at the moment.What you'll need to succeedYou will have worked for a respected City or national firm with a recognised Projects practice and be looking to develop your career with a national leader with an international reach. Experience of working across any of the team's key sectors of energy, real estate development, transport and infrastructure would be a distinct advantage.What you'll get in returnThis is a standout opportunity to join an ambitious and growing practice that has great career progression on offer. With one of the largest Projects teams in the regions, you will join a growing and vibrant team that invests heavily in its staff, all with the benefits of living in the Southwest.With both flexible and hybrid working options available, this is a great opportunity that would suit full or part-time lawyers, and those already in the Southwest or those looking to relocate to the Southwest in the future.What you need to do nowIf you are interested in this role or are looking for further information, please do not hesitate to contact us on the details below.If this job isn't right for you but you are looking for a new job, please feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion on your career.We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Associate Director Building Services Design Bristol Office Salary up to & around £80,000 + benefitsWant a new challenge with is offering longevity and serious growth at leadership levels?If you’re at the top of your game within Building Services Design, we’re now looking for a leader to join this consultancy to grow their Southwest operations!What’s in it for you? The chance to run your own team and lead the Building Services Design function of the businessGrowth into leadership and board level rolesExciting projects across the countryThe chance for you to be part of an exciting businesses growth journey, offering all the benefits of a developing business Who are they? Multi-disciplinary consultancy – engineering, building surveying, architecture & sustainabilityBuilding services design team of 6 individuals in the SW looking for someone to lead and grow the divisionWell established presence, clients and reputation in the SW with an already very high workload About the consultancy and vacancy?Known as one of the area’s leading, Building Services Design and Sustainability specific consultancies, this company are going through a phase of growth and looking to complement either their Bristol of Exeter office with an Associate Director, either Electrically or Mechanically bias – someone with proven Building Services Design experience who has led a team and wants to manage an office for themselves.This business has all the benefits of operating independently and on their own projects, as well as the benefits of being part owned by one of the UK’s leading engineering consultancies. They’re an extremely collaborative group of businesses that can offer sound stability due to the variety of avenues they’re able to draw projects upon - their sister Sustainability specific consultancy, their parent engineering consultancy or from their own business development, which accounts for the majority of the workload.Working on some of the most exciting projects around the country, from lighthouses to complex engineering hospital cleanrooms/clinical science buildings, to real pioneering engineering work in vertical farming using DC Electricity and some amazing emerging renewable technologies. This role not only offers variety but the chance to work on some weird and wonderful projects, rather than the staple buildings!With a very strong presence in the North of England, they now want to grow what they have in the south and start making waves! If you’re looking for a new challenge with an already well established multi-discipline consultancy in the SW, this is the role for you!  How to apply?Jevon Astley-Jones is the consultant dealing with this Associate Director – Building Services vacancy, please apply via this site or call ahead on our website for a more preferential application.