Mechanical & Electrical 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

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

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

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

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