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