Job Description
HIU / Mechanical Engineer - District Heating
Location: King's Cross, London (Static Site)Salary: £52,000 + Unlimited Overtime (OTE £70,000+) + Package
The Opportunity
My client is a leading specialist in district heating and high-spec mechanical environments, and they are looking to recruit an experienced HIU / Mechanical Engineer for a flagship static site in King's Cross.
This is a rare opportunity to work in a high-tech, modern energy centre, supporting one of London's most advanced district heating networks. You'll be part of a true engineering environment-not just maintenance, but working with cutting-edge systems where quality, precision, and expertise are genuinely valued.
Essential Requirements
* Strong experience working on HIUs (Heat Interface Units)
* Specific experience with Evinox HIU systems (highly desirable)
* Proven background in mechanical maintenance within commercial environments
* Experience working in plant rooms and on mechanical building services equipment
* Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
* Understanding of district heating systems (highly advantageous)
Desirable
* Experience within district heating or energy centres
* Relevant mechanical or building services qualifications
* Knowledge of BMS interaction with mechanical systems
Package
* £52,000 basic salary
* Unlimited overtime (OTE £70,000+)
* Static site in King's Cross
* Training and development opportunities
* Long-term career progression within a specialist and growing sector
The Role
Working on a static site, you will be responsible for the maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of Heat Interface Units (HIUs) and associated plant within a district heating network.
This role offers a great balance of stability, technical challenge, and earning potential through unlimited overtime.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair of HIUs across the site
* Strong focus on Evinox systems
* Working on district heating infrastructure and associated plant
* Mechanical maintenance within plant rooms, including pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and pipework
* Ensuring all systems operate efficiently and in line with compliance standards
* Supporting system optimisation and continuous improvement
What Makes This Role Stand Out
* Static role - no travel, based in a flagship King's Cross site
* Work within a high-tech district heating network using leading technologies
* Join a business that offers a proper engineering environment-not just reactive maintenance
* Unlimited overtime available - realistic earnings up to £70,000+
* Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing, specialist sector
Career Prospects
My client is committed to developing engineers within the district heating sector, offering progression into:
* Senior Engineer roles
* Specialist HIU / District Heating expert positions
* Supervisory or technical leadership roles
If you're an engineer who takes pride in your work and wants to be part of a modern, forward-thinking engineering environment, this is an outstanding opportunity.
Please contact Russ Cleverley in confidence to discuss further