Mechanical Engineer

Flex; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Life Insurance

Cycle to Work

Enhanced annual leave

Volunteer days

Financial/employee assistance programs

Flexible/Remote/Hybrid work based on a

Job summary

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with a spin planned for Q1 2027. If the spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure.

To support our teams, we're seeking a Mechanical Engineer based out of our Hemel service centre, covering sites across the UK and occasionally Europe, reporting to the Service Centre Operations Manager EMEA.

Qualifications

• Electrician with LV switchgear experience.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.
• SSSTS, ESC Card and UKATA Asbestos Awareness certifications are desirable.
• Willingness to work in the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and installation works at client sites.
• Review and sign off completion certificates and witness testing.
• Monitor project status and report to the Contract Manager.
• Direct and supervise employees and contractor teams on site.

Skills

LV Switchgear

Electrical installation

UK driving licence

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

Job Summary

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end‑to‑end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission‑critical applications.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Mechanical Engineer based out of our Service Centre in Hemel, covering sites across the UK and occasionally Europe.

Reporting to the Service Centre Operations Manager EMEA, the Mechanical Engineer´s role will be managing a ll aspects involved in the maintenance/installation works undertaken by the company including the managing/overseeing of equipment dispatched to site.

What a typical day looks like:

• All aspects involved in the maintenance/installation works undertaken by the company including the managing/overseeing of equipment despatched to site.
• To complete the necessary completion certificates for handover to client and carry out witness testing and associated documentation as required.
• To monitor the works and provide reports as necessary as to project status.
• To efficiently and effectively direct other employees/contractors engaged in works on behalf of the company.
• Without compromising quality, health, safety or the environment efficiently manage projects to maximise the profits of the company.
• To report directly to the designated contracts manager
• At all times and in all respects conform to and comply with the proper and reasonable directions and regulations of the company
• Interconnection/Testing/Commissioning of LV Switchgear
• Promote the broad ownership of risk management
• Control hazards to health to prevent work related ill health
• Keep pace with change to identify and tackle new risk management challenges
• Target 'zero harm' to ultimately eliminate defects, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and pollution
• At all times and in all respects conforming to and complying with the proper and reasonable directions and regulations of the company.
• Be aware of the quality, health, safety and environmental (QHSE) matters related to the works in hand
• Ensure method statements are understood, acknowledged and followed
• Ensure the safety and welfare of other people who may be affected by the works in hand
• Ensure PPE is used correctly and is in good condition
• Ensure work equipment is used correctly and is in good working order
• Ensure work at height is carried out correctly and safely
• Implement fire prevention measures with respect to work methods and housekeeping
• Ensure emergency response and means of escape arrangements are maintained
• Report near misses and accidents to the Site Service Manager

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, must be self‑motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious with a high standard of attention to detail. You must be able to work accurately to deadlines in a busy and pressurised environment and demonstrate flexibility.

• You will be an electrician, ideally with proven knowledge and experience in LV Switchgear
• Valid Manual Handling Awareness Certificate, SSSTS cert, ESC Card and UKATA Asbestos Awareness cert
• Willingness and eligible to work in the UK and Europe (EU)
• Candidates must hold a full, clean manual UK driving licence (Company vans are manual) and have the legal right to work in the UK

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• A long-term role with many opportunities to learn, grow and develop - we turn jobs into careers.
• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
• A merit‑based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
• Referral bonus
• Volunteer days
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent
• Support in your well-being by access to
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (i