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Technical contract hiring for engineering teams that can’t afford delivery delays

Octagon Group supports engineering and technology businesses across the USA, UK and Europe with specialist contract talent that helps protect delivery, reduce pressure on teams, and accelerate critical projects.

In today’s fast-paced industries, workforce demands can change rapidly.

Companies may require expert talent for short-term projects, long-term strategic initiatives, or to bridge skill gaps without committing to permanent hires. That’s where our contract recruitment services make a difference.

Specialist recruiter

Our specialist consultants focus on individual technical markets, giving clients access to engineers and technical professionals who understand complex products, regulated environments, and real delivery pressure.

Electronics Manufacturing

Medical & Life Science

Optical & Photonics

Aerospace

Defense & Space

RF & Satellite Communications

With an extensive talent network, a deep understanding of technical markets, and a proactive approach, we help businesses remain agile, competitive, and profitable by delivering top-tier contract professionals who can hit the ground running.

Contract recruitment success stories

Embedded software engineering team build

Supported a technology business with the rapid deployment of a team of 8 embedded software engineers on 6-month contracts to support a critical delivery phase and project deadlines.

High-voltage power electronics hiring

Successfully secured specialist high-voltage power electronics engineers to support a 9-month engineering programme within a complex technical environment.

FPGA engineering contract placement

Placed an FPGA engineer into a 3-month contract assignment to provide immediate specialist capability during a critical project phase.

contract specialists

Compliant, hassle-free contractor engagement

We work with Quba Solutions, who manage contractor timesheets and employment contracts, ensuring smooth and compliant operations. Additionally, we partner with a leading Recruitment Membership body, keeping us up to date with the latest compliance and regulatory changes.

For contractors who are not already set up under an umbrella company, we collaborate with preferred umbrella providers to offer seamless support, allowing them to focus on delivering results.

Why choose Octagon Group?

Specialist industry knowledge

Our consultants work a single technical market, so they understand the products, the regulatory environment and what "good" looks like in your discipline, not just the job title.

Rapid and reliable turnaround

Contract hiring usually means a live delivery problem. We work from existing networks rather than starting a search from scratch, so shortlists arrive in days.

Flexible and scalable solutions

Whether you need expertise for weeks, months or years, we scale with your project - one contractor to cover a gap, or a full team for a delivery phase.

Fully compliant and trusted partner

We work with Quba Solutions on timesheets and contracts, partner with a recruitment membership body on regulatory changes, and support W-2, 1099 and EOR engagement in the USA.

Proven track record and 5* rating

Over 500 placements and 120+ five-star reviews. Engineering businesses come back to us because the people we place deliver.

Helping companies build specialist engineering teams... fast.

Octagon Group delivers contract and temporary staffing solutions across the United States, supporting engineering, semiconductor, aerospace, defense and technology businesses with rapid access to specialist talent.

We support multiple engagement models, including W-2 employees, 1099 independent contractors and Employer of Record (EOR) solutions. Working with trusted payroll and compliance partners, we manage onboarding, payroll, employment documentation and contractor administration, providing a seamless experience for both clients and contractors.

Whether you need a single contractor for a short-term project or an entire team to scale delivery, we provide flexible hiring solutions designed around your business.