Industrial Mechanical Engineer

Industrial Mechanical Engineer

Location: Harlow, Essex (CM20)
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–4:30pm; Friday 8:00am–3:30pm
Overtime: Available and paid at premium rates
Work Location: On-site

About the Company

Our client is an established engineering company with over 100 years of industry experience and a strong reputation for providing comprehensive industrial engineering services.

Their specialist workshop facilities allow equipment to be diagnosed, repaired, manufactured, rebuilt, tested and painted under one roof.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Industrial Mechanical Engineer to join their workshop team.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, dismantling, repair, refurbishment, rebuilding and testing of a range of industrial mechanical equipment.

The role will involve working primarily with:

Industrial electric motors – single and three phase
Industrial gearboxes
Fans and blower units
Industrial pumps
Freshwater and sewage pumps
Industrial machinery and associated mechanical equipment
The position would suit an experienced mechanical engineer with a strong practical workshop background and hands-on experience repairing industrial equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Strip, inspect and repair industrial motors and machinery
Diagnose mechanical faults and identify required repairs
Repair and rebuild single and three-phase electric motors
Work on industrial pumps, including freshwater and sewage pumps
Repair and service industrial gearboxes
Inspect and repair industrial fans and blower units
Carry out mechanical assembly and disassembly
Assist with testing and commissioning of repaired equipment
Work with electrical controls and associated systems where required
Maintain a high standard of workmanship and safety
Complete work efficiently and to the required quality standards
Work collaboratively with other members of the workshop and engineering team
Attend customer sites or undertake call-outs when required

Essential Experience

Candidates should have substantial hands-on industrial engineering experience, including:

Minimum 5 years' experience in pump and/or electrical motor repair
Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical/mechanical engineering
Proven experience working with industrial fans, motors, pumps and machinery
Experience stripping, repairing and rebuilding industrial equipment
Practical mechanical engineering/workshop experience
Full UK driving licence
Good spoken and written English
Right to work in the UK

Desirable Experience

The following would be advantageous:

Electrical engineering experience
Experience with electrical controls
Experience diagnosing electrical/mechanical faults
Experience working with industrial machinery
Experience with three-phase motors and associated equipment
Experience within a workshop, maintenance or industrial engineering environment

Working Hours

Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–4:30pm
Friday: 8:00am–3:30pm

Includes a 30-minute lunch break and scheduled breaks.

Overtime and call-out work may be required and are paid at premium rates.

Salary & Benefits

£35,000–£40,000 per annum
25 days' annual leave + bank holidays
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking
Canteen facilities
Premium-rate overtime and call-out payments
Permanent, full-time position

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a hands-on Industrial Mechanical Engineer who is confident working on heavy industrial equipment and has genuine practical experience repairing and rebuilding motors, pumps, fans, blowers and gearboxes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, with electrical knowledge being highly desirable. They should be comfortable diagnosing faults, stripping equipment down, carrying out repairs and rebuilding machinery to a high standard.

A full UK driving licence is required due to the potential requirement for site visits and call-outs.

To apply please contact:
Michael O’Hare
(phone number removed)

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