Installation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive service sector seeks a Senior Garage Equipment Engineer for nationwide installations. The role involves installing lifts and full MOT Bay setups, requiring strong mechanical skills and the ability to work independently on-site. The position offers a competitive salary, a company van, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Accommodation covered

Opportunities for high-spec projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing garage equipment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge.
• Confident working from layout drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install lifts and MOT Bays across the UK.
• Lead installations and manage site safety.
• Complete job sheets and documentation.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

£35,000 - £40,000
Location: Ideally Midlands-based, UK-wide installs

We're looking for a Senior Garage Equipment Engineer to take the lead on lift and MOT bay installations across the UK. You'll be hands-on with 2-post, 4-post, and scissor lifts, as well as full MOT Bay setups and occasional workshop equipment.

This role suits a skilled engineer confident in running site installs independently and representing the company professionally on customer sites.

What you'll be doing:

• Installing 2-post, 4-post, and scissor lifts, including surface and in-ground setups
• Installing MOT Bays, including brake testers, play detectors, jacking beams, and emissions equipment
• Occasionally fitting other garage equipment such as tyre machines and wheel balancers
• Leading installs from layout and fixings through to final testing and sign-off
• Interpreting technical drawings and site plans
• Completing job sheets and handover documents accurately
• Maintaining high health & safety standards on site

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience installing garage equipment, especially lifts and MOT Bays
• Strong mechanical knowledge, with a basic understanding of electrical systems
• Confident working from layout drawings and site measurements
• Full UK driving licence
• CSCS or similar site certification (preferred)
• Professional attitude with excellent problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to travel the UK with regular overnight stays required

What's in it for you:

• £35,000 - £40,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Company van, fuel card, and tools provided
• All travel expenses and accommodation covered
• Opportunities to work on high-spec projects and lead site installs

About the Company

My client is a well-established name in the automotive service sector, with over 20 years of experience supporting workshops across the UK. Known for delivering reliable, nationwide support, they provide installation, maintenance, breakdown response, and calibration services for a wide range of garage equipment.

Their work spans everything from MOT Bay setups to lift installations, and they pride themselves on offering the same high standard of service whether working with independent garages or large multi-site operations.