South West
Engineering & Technical Recruitment in Devon.
From Exeter and Plymouth to the wider county, we support Devon's manufacturing, marine and engineering businesses with vetted technical talent. Collide Technical covers precision engineering, fabrication and production roles throughout the region.
Why Collide Technical
Specialist recruiters who understand engineering.
Founded by an apprentice-qualified engineer, Collide Technical combines real workshop and industry knowledge with recruitment expertise. That means we understand the skills behind the job titles — and we know how to match the right people to the right businesses across Devon and the surrounding area.
We offer permanent, contract and temporary hiring, with no upfront cost — you only pay when we make a successful placement.
Working with us in Devon
- Engineering and technical recruitment across Exeter, Plymouth and wider Devon.
- Marine, manufacturing and precision engineering sectors covered.
- Local market knowledge with candidates ready for immediate starts.
Sectors we cover in Devon
Specialist areas we recruit for.
Precision Engineering
CNC Machinists, Fitters and Inspectors for Motorsport, Aerospace, Defence and FMCG manufacturing.
View rolesElectronics
Specialists across electronics design, assembly, manufacturing and quality.
View rolesIndustrial & Manufacturing
Experienced operational talent for industrial and manufacturing businesses.
View rolesSoftware & I.T
Technical software and IT recruitment across the engineering sector.
View rolesWelding & Fabrication
Coded Welders, Fabricators and Sheet Metal Workers for exacting industries.
View rolesWoodwork & Joinery
Craft specialists for luxury marine, joinery and high-end fit-outs.
View rolesHow it works
A simple, transparent hiring process.
Tell us what you need
Share your hiring requirements in Devon — role, skills, rate and timescale.
We source vetted candidates
Our consultants search our registered network and screen candidates against your brief.
Shortlist & interview
You receive a curated shortlist and we coordinate interviews with the people you want to meet.
Placement & aftercare
We help finalise the offer and stay in touch to support a successful start.
Hiring or job-hunting in Devon?
Speak to our team today and we'll help you find the right fit — fast.