Junior Technical Engineer

OSS; Arborfield Green; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Trainee Engineer to support a diverse range of technical activities. This entry-level position offers mentorship and structured training across multiple departments, allowing the ideal candidate to gain hands-on experience in system design, on-site support, and technical reporting. Candidates should have a relevant degree and some practical experience, along with a strong engineering mindset. This role promises long-term career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Structured training plan

Clear progression pathways

Hands-on work with engineered systems

Opportunity to earn recognized qualifications

Annual bonus based on company success

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Able to demonstrate hands-on or practical experience.
• Strong communicator with technical documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support technical engineers with testing and system checks.
• Assist senior engineers on site to gain hands-on skills.
• Produce accurate technical reports and documentation.

Skills

Practical engineering mindset

Problem-solving

Written communication

Eager to learn

Education

Degree in engineering, applied science or a related technical field

Job description

About the Employer

Our client, a well‑established, employee‑owned engineering company operating nationally within the water treatment, water hygiene and specialist equipment sector, has an opportunity for an enthusiastic eager individual to join them as a Trainee engineer covering multiple aspects of the business. The organisation supports clients across the full lifecycle of building water systems from design and installation to long‑term maintenance, compliance and optimisation, supported by a strong reputation for technical excellence, professional integrity and long‑term career development for their team.

The Role

This is an outstanding opportunity for a practical, technically minded individual at the start of their engineering career. Although the role sits within the Technical Department, the successful candidate will gain structured exposure to all areas of the business, including:

• Technical projects & system design
• On‑site engineering and field support
• Water hygiene and compliance operations
• Equipment manufacturing, installation & commissioning
• Technical reporting & digital documentation
• Customer support, quotations and project coordination

This role is ideal for someone who wants genuine progression, varied experience and the chance to develop into a well‑rounded technical professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Support technical engineers with testing, system checks and equipment preparation
• Assist senior engineers on site, learning hands‑on skills in water treatment and system troubleshooting
• Contribute to installation and commissioning of specialist equipment
• Produce accurate, well‑structured technical reports and documentation
• Rotate through various departments to understand the full business workflow
• Learn regulatory requirements, safety protocols and industry best practices

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Practical, engineering‑minded and eager to learn
• Interested in gaining broad experience across multiple technical disciplines
• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in engineering, applied science or a related technical field
• Able to demonstrate some hands‑on or practical experience (placements, workshop experience, project work, mechanical/technical tasks)
• Strong in written communication and capable of producing accurate technical documentation
• Reliable, curious, proactive and committed to long‑term development
• A good problem solver with a positive and professional attitude

What the Employer Offers

• Structured, supported training plan with mentoring from experienced engineers
• Clear progression pathways across several departments
• Hands‑on work with a wide range of engineered systems and treatment technologies
• Opportunity to earn industry‑recognised qualifications
• A stable, supportive environment with long‑term career prospects
• Annual bonus based on company success