Mobile Mechanical Engineer (Manufacturing)
Permanent
East Midlands (site based with some travel)
Salary 48-58k per annum
Role Overview:
As a Mobile Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering mechanical maintenance, installation, servicing, and support for equipment and machinery at a large manufacturing facility. You will work independently and as part of a wider team to ensure uptime, reliability, and compliance with safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out mechanical installation, maintenance, breakdown support, and equipment commissioning.
* Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, components and industrial machinery.
* Perform on-site preventative maintenance and recommend improvements to reduce downtime.
* Provide technical support and guidance to customers and internal teams.
* Maintain accurate service reports, parts usage records and service documentation.
* Ensure compliance with company HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) policies, procedures, and quality standards.
* Work collaboratively with other engineering and operations teams to support continuous improvement.
* Maintain a professional, customer‑focused approach at all times.
Person Specification:
Essential Skills & Experience:
* HNC/HND or equivalent technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
* Proven experience in a mobile mechanical or field service engineering role, ideally within manufacturing, industrial, or heavy machinery environments.
* Strong ability to diagnose mechanical faults and perform repairs.
* Good understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, gearboxes, conveyor systems and associated plant equipment.
* Comfortable with travel and flexible working arrangements.
* Organised with excellent communication and customer service skills.
* Full UK driving licence (manual preferred).
Desirable Skills & Experience:
* Welding/fabrication skills.
* Experience with electrical or control systems.
* Experience with SAP/EAM or similar maintenance management systems.
* Recognised mechanical trade qualification (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3).
Contract & Working Hours:
* Full‑time, permanent role.
* Field based with travel.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Manufacturing
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