Specialist Engineer (Machinery) – Technical Services
Working hours: Part‑time, job‑share, or full‑time.
Location: Home based (UK) with some UK‑wide travel required.
Closing date: 22nd April 2026.
The opportunity
Zurich Engineering has a vacancy in the machinery area of the Technical Services department. The role of Specialist Engineer (Machinery) is primarily home‑based and will provide an opportunity to further develop yourself and help shape the future of the Technical Services proposition.
The role suits an existing Engineer Surveyor or a suitably experienced engineer who is organized, has effective time management and prioritisation skills, and has a working knowledge of the primary and secondary legislation and typical equipment within the scope of the discipline.
What is in it for the successful candidate?
* High level of flexibility and autonomy
* An opportunity to contribute towards shaping the departmental landscape to ensure it is ‘fit for the future’
* Full training and support
* Opportunity for self‑development, and a pathway towards Senior Engineer
* Professional interaction with engineering peers
* A company car and IT equipment required to fulfil the role
* The provision of office equipment to support working from home
What are we looking for?
* Is qualified to at least HNC (level 4) or degree level in a relevant engineering field
* Has experience in the maintenance, design, installation or testing of electrical, LEV, or lifting equipment. (Electrical or LEV experience would be an advantage) NDT practitioners with associated skills and experience would be considered
* Has good experience of the engineering inspection industry working at the level of (or equivalent to) a level 2 engineer surveyor as set out in the SAFed guidance SS01
* Is registered with the Engineering Council at least EngTech level. Further development to I Eng will be expected and completed within agreed timelines
* Can provide at least 2 years CPD records (minimum of 30 hours/year)
* Has an understanding of the legislation and standards associated with the discipline
* Has appreciation and knowledge of ISO 17020
* Can work remotely and within a team environment effectively
* Is organized and able to prioritise and manage their work
* Has a desire to develop their technical knowledge and understanding of equipment associated with the discipline
* Has a full valid UK driving licence and can travel to carry out their duties
* Can communicate technical and non‑technical matters effectively at all levels to internal and external stakeholders by various means including technical documentation and presentations
What will you be doing?
* Creating and updating technical procedures, processes and technical libraries
* Creating and updating risk assessments and safe systems of work
* Progressing and managing technical projects associated with new and emerging technologies and practices
* Contributing to changes which improve Zurich’s business proposition whilst managing risk
* Providing field‑based Engineer Surveyors with technical support to facilitate safe and effective inspections and thorough examinations
* Providing clients with technical expertise and building relationships
* Conducting technical audits
* Supporting internal and external accreditation activities
* Conducting technical investigations
* Coaching and mentoring of trainee Engineers
* Supporting the technical development and CPD of Engineers through the creation and delivery of training material
Benefits
* 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme
* Annual company bonus
* Private medical insurance
* Option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday
* Time off: 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays, three days paid volunteering, up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave
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