Mechanical Engineer

Howdens Joinery Co.; Goole; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen supplier in East Yorkshire is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to enhance maintenance strategies at their manufacturing site. The role requires a recognised engineering apprenticeship and experience in maintaining CNC machinery. Successful candidates will be involved in proactive maintenance, improving equipment reliability, and leading continual improvement projects. Competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive work environment offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary + allowances

Pension Plan up to 12%

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Staff discount

Free lunch

Free onsite car parking

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery.
• Knowledge of high-volume automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience of pneumatics, hydraulics, and robotics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and preventative maintenance.
• Handle reactive breakdown maintenance efficiently.
• Lead continual improvement projects.

Skills

CNC manufacturing machinery maintenance

Fault finding

Pneumatics

Robotics

Education

Recognised engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Computerised maintenance management systems

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Engineer

Howdens is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team at our Manufacturing site in Howden, East Yorkshire.

To be successful in this role, you will have completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship and have a strong background in maintenance within a manufacturing environment. Experience working within a proactive safety-focused culture is also essential.

Our site features a wide range of manufacturing processes and equipment, and in this role, you will work across various systems. Your primary focus will be driving maintenance improvements and increasing equipment reliability throughout our operations.

Pay and shift

Pay rate: £53,827.28 per annum (Inclusive of Basic rate, shift & disturbance allowance)

Shift pattern:

• Week 1 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 6am-6pm
• Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday - 6am-6pm, Wednesday, Thursday - 6pm-6am
• Week 3 - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday - 6pm-6am
• 7 days off

What will you be doing as a Mechanical Engineer

• Proactive and preventative maintenance
• Reactive breakdown maintenance
• Continual improvement projects
• Ownership and development of the specific production line maintenance

What do you need to qualify for the Mechanical Engineer

• Experience in maintaining multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery
• Knowledge and experience of high-volume automated manufacturing equipment, along with fitting and fabrication skills
• Fault finding, root-cause analysis and corrective actions
• Experience of pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, and extraction systems is desirable
• Experience with computerised maintenance management systems and the development of maintenance tasks is desirable

What we can offer you

• Competitive Salary + allowances + benefits
• Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with an opportunity to purchase additional days
• Staff discount
• Ongoing support and development
• Free lunch at our on-site canteen
• Free onsite car parking
• Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.2 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to Apply

We're building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Mechanical Engineer, then we're keen to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.