CBM Engineer - Vibration & Lubrication

ACS Staffing Solutions; England; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities provider in the UK is seeking a talented CBM Engineer specializing in vibration and lubrication. This role involves condition monitoring for mechanical assets, analyzing data trends, and developing maintenance strategies. The ideal candidate will possess an HNC in Mechanical Engineering and Level 2 Vibration Analysis certification. With a competitive salary of up to £51k and hybrid work, this position offers an opportunity to advance in an innovative environment.

Benefits

Excellent health and wellbeing benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30

Lifestyle perks such as shopping discounts

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in analyzing condition monitoring data and presenting findings.
• Ability to configure software and create asset routes for data collection.
• Confident communicator, capable of translating technical findings into practical actions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine vibration-based condition monitoring on critical mechanical assets.
• Analyze data trends and provide clear, actionable recommendations.
• Conduct lubrication surveys and support thermography processes.
• Contribute to the creation of new maintenance strategies based on asset data.

Skills

Data analysis

Vibration analysis

Mechanical engineering concepts

Communication skills

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Vibration Analysis Level 2

Thermography Level 1

Job description

CBM Engineer - Vibration & Lubrication
Reading - Hybrid
Salary to £51k plus good benefits package

A leading UK utilities provider is seeking a talented CBM (Condition-Based Maintenance) Engineer with expertise in vibration and lubrication to support their drive towards a smarter, systems-led maintenance strategy.

This role is key to delivering a proactive, data-driven approach to asset care and will involve supporting both operational teams and project functions. The successful candidate will be part of a forward-thinking engineering team during a significant period of investment and transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine vibration-based condition monitoring on critical mechanical assets
• Analyse data trends and provide clear, actionable recommendations to engineering and operational teams
• Conduct lubrication surveys and support thermography processes
• Contribute to the creation of new maintenance strategies based on asset data and lifecycle cost
• Ensure accurate data capture, route planning and database management
• Work with project teams to advise on condition monitoring requirements and specification of equipment
• Follow up on condition-triggered maintenance activities to verify outcomes

Requirements:

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Vibration Analysis Level 2 (BINDT or Mobius) - essential
• Thermography and Machine Lubricant Analysis (Level 1 ISO) - desirable
• Strong experience in analysing condition monitoring data and presenting findings
• Ability to configure software and create asset routes for data collection
• Confident communicator, capable of translating technical findings into practical actions
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable Experience:

• Lubrication specification and condition-based recommendations
• Engineering experience in an operational or maintenance environment
• Ability to lead or support technical discussions with cross-functional teams

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £51,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Excellent health and wellbeing benefits, including physiotherapy, counselling and annual health checks
• Lifestyle perks such as shopping discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and life assurance
• Career development in a large, supportive and future-focused organisation

Why Apply? This is a unique opportunity to work on critical infrastructure, supporting the shift toward a modern, condition-based maintenance model. If you're a technically strong, proactive engineer looking to make a meaningful impact while progressing your career, this role could be your next move