Component Repair Engineer

Mitsubishi Power Europe Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An energy industry leader in Leeds is seeking an engineer to support turbine operation and maintenance while developing technical skills. Candidates, whether recent graduates or experienced professionals, will work on turbine component repair across the EMEA region. This role emphasizes collaboration, technical knowledge development, and strong communication skills. Competitive academic qualifications and proficiency in CAD software are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Flexible engineer, either a recent graduate or experienced professional.
• Keen to develop a long-term career in engineering within the energy industry.
• Able to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support operation and maintenance of gas and steam turbines.
• Develop knowledge of high-temperature turbine components.
• Conduct quality control inspections.
• Assist in preparing technical repair procedures.
• Document technical data and prepare reports.

Skills

Strong theoretical knowledge of mechanical engineering principles

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in CAD software

Strong interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support operation and maintenance of Mitsubishi Power Gas and Steam Turbines and associated accessory systems.
• Develop deep technical knowledge of high-temperature turbine components, including design, materials, coatings, and repair processes.
• Conduct quality control inspections and liaise with Mitsubishi Power approved repair vendors.
• Assist in preparing technical repair procedures under guidance from senior engineering management.
• Help create Requests for Quotation (RFQs), purchase specifications, and related documentation.
• Respond to technical requests from customers, applying engineering principles to resolve issues effectively.
• Escalate complex technical problems and facilitate solutions between service delivery and design teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external repair centres.
• Document all technical data and prepare detailed repair reports for customers.
• Travel to customer sites for component inspection, technical reviews, and repair planning.
• Provide engineering support during unplanned outages to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with commercial teams on technical input for sales and service proposals.
• Act as a key interface among commercial, service, and repair teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Contribute to the development of improved working procedures and resolution of technical non-conformities.

Qualifications

• We are looking for a flexible and forward-thinking engineer—whether a recent graduate or experienced professional—keen to develop a long-term career in engineering within the energy industry. As a member of our Component Repair Engineering (CRE) team, you will embark on a 6-month rotation, gaining exposure to diverse engineering disciplines and repair activities. Based in Leeds, this role offers the chance to work on exciting projects across the EMEA region and build a strong foundation in turbine component repair engineering.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, ideally with a thermal power focus.
• Strong theoretical knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
• Proficient in CAD software and able to interpret technical drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong technical writing ability.
• Well-organised, disciplined, punctual, and accountable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset within multi-disciplinary, multicultural teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.