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