Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer (Factory Maintenance)

Role Purpose

To provide expert mechanical maintenance support across a high-volume production facility, ensuring machinery reliability, minimising downtime, and contributing to ongoing engineering improvements. This is a hands‑on role suited to an engineer who enjoys problem‑solving, precision work, and being actively involved in the day‑to‑day running of a busy manufacturing site.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance on a wide range of mechanical equipment
• Diagnose mechanical faults quickly and effectively, implementing robust long‑term solutions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, contributing engineering insight to process optimisation
• Maintain and repair steam systems, compressors, pumps, valves, conveyors, and weighing systems
• Produce, modify, and repair components using workshop machinery and fabrication tools
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with regulatory and internal standards
• Collaborate with production teams to reduce downtime and enhance operational performance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to engineering planning

Required Qualifications & Experience

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a Mechanical Engineering discipline, or substantial proven experience
• Strong background infast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environments
• 17th Edition IET Electrical Regulations qualification
• Demonstrable experience working with:
  • Steam boilers and associated systems
  • Compressors, pumps, valves
  • Conveyor systems and weighing equipment
• Advanced workshop capability, including:
  • Turning, milling, drilling, tapping, helicoiling
  • Pipefitting and plumbing
  • Welding, fabrication, cutting, folding, and forming various materials
• Proven track record of delivering engineering improvements within a production setting
• Strong practical mindset with a proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable Attributes

• Ability to work independently and prioritise effectively
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style
• A genuine interest in improving manufacturing processes and equipment performance
• Resides ideally within a 15 mile radius of the factory for effective response times

What's on Offer

• Above industry standard salary, reflective of experience and technical capability
• Opportunity to join a long-established, market-leading Scottish manufacturer
• A stable, supportive engineering team with ongoing investment in equipment and site development
• The chance to influence engineering standards and contribute to continuous improvement projects