Lead Site Services Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water and industrial sectors is seeking a self-motivated engineer with experience in hydraulic and mechanical systems. The role involves traveling for site work, installing equipment, and leading a small team. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in engineering and a passion for technology.

Benefits

Private healthcare after probation

Pension scheme eligibility after 3 months

Group income protection

Death in service benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in hydraulic, mechanical, or similar engineering fields.
• Understanding of water/pumping industry technologies.
• Valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Travel frequently within the UK and internationally for site work.
• Install specialist equipment and perform maintenance.
• Lead a small team of 2-3 members.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical engineering

IT skills

Communication protocols

Education

Level 3 qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering

Apprenticeship in engineering

Job description

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Client:

Saur EUROPE

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

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Job Description:

Place of Work/Group Company: Riventa, part of Nijhuis Saur Industries UK and Ireland, Stoke

Summary:
We have a unique opportunity to join a talented multi-disciplined team. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who has a passion for engineering and technology. You should have mechanical/hydraulic/electrical (preferred) experience along with onsite industry exposure and experience of leading a small team. Experience with pumps and understanding the fundamentals of pumping is essential. You will need to be competent with IT, especially data collation for sharing with the wider team.

The role requires frequent UK travel, and as you progress, international travel for specialist projects worldwide.

This role suits someone with experience in water/industrial industries, basic pumping system knowledge, a Level 3 qualification or apprenticeship in mechanical or electrical engineering, and the ability to learn in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility and adaptability are crucial.

The main focus involves installing specialist hydraulic monitoring and testing equipment, undertaking measurement campaigns, deploying hardware and software, and supporting partners and clients. Knowledge of Edge devices/communication devices is advantageous.

Our core technology involves precision measurement of temperature, pressure, and power to assess hydraulic performance, informing clients for operational improvements.

We develop hardware and software platforms, including cloud and on-premise deployment, with integration capabilities for SCADA and other systems. We utilize wireless IoT solutions with 4G connectivity and partner with system integrators for seamless integration.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Travel frequently within the UK and internationally for site work
• Install specialist equipment and perform maintenance at our Stoke facility
• Work independently from home when not onsite
• Flexible working hours based on weekly workload
• Lead a small team of 2-3 members
• Coordinate with technical teams for projects
• Maintain professionalism and respect with clients and colleagues
• Work autonomously, following health and safety protocols
• Conduct site surveys and manage onsite teams
• Ensure high standards across projects in a dynamic environment

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in hydraulic, mechanical, process, or similar engineering fields
• Apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering
• Understanding of water/pumping industry technologies
• Proven success in relevant roles with tangible outputs
• IT skills in MS365, especially Excel (full training provided)
• Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems (training provided)
• Ability to learn new products and disciplines quickly
• Valid driving license
• Knowledge of edge devices and communication protocols
• Electronics knowledge is a plus

Working for us means:

• 6-month probationary period
• Immediate or after 3 months, eligibility to join pension scheme (employee and employer contributions)
• Private healthcare after probation
• Group income protection and death in service benefits from start
• Notice period: 1 week during probation, 1 month thereafter

Our company is committed to environmental and social goals, including reaching Net Zero emissions by 2040, maintaining high standards of social and environmental performance, and being a B-Corp certified organization. We are an equal opportunity employer, adhering to the Equality Act 2010.

Please do not contact us unless we reach out first. We prefer to source candidates directly, and unsolicited agency profiles will not be considered.