Mechanical Engineer

Morepeople 01780; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for new production projects in Milton Keynes. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 to £42,000 plus a night shift allowance, with opportunities for real career growth. Ideal candidates will have hands-on mechanical engineering experience, particularly in food manufacturing, and strong communication skills. You will work on exciting projects and be integral to setup and operations.

Benefits

Bonus up to 6 percent per annum

Company pension with 7 percent employer contribution

Health plan, life assurance, and income protection

Permanent contract with real career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical engineering experience, ideally in food manufacturing.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of machinery, tools, and production processes.
• Team player, good communicator, and adaptable.
• Training will be provided for additional skills like electrical skills and licences.

Responsibilities

• Installing, commissioning, and testing new machinery.
• Working with specialist engineers to fine-tune equipment.
• Carrying out mechanical fault-finding during pre-production.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

Hands-on knowledge of machinery

Communication skills

Adaptability

Electrical skills

Tools

Forklift licence

IPAF certification

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Engineer - New Production Projects
£35,000 to £42,000 plus £2,132 night shift allowance (once shifts start)
Milton Keynes | Permanent | Food Manufacturing

Here’s the exciting part: for the first year, you will work Monday to Friday day shifts, focusing on hands-on projects to get brand-new production lines up and running.

Responsibilities

• Installing, commissioning, and testing new machinery
• Working with specialist engineers to fine-tune equipment
• Carrying out mechanical fault-finding during pre-production

It will be a full year of hands-on projects before moving onto a 4 on 4 off continental shift, including days and nights, once the lines go live. You will help keep everything running smoothly, improve processes, and support the production team.

What is on offer

• Salary £35,000 to £42,000 plus night shift allowance once operational
• Bonus up to 6 per cent per annum
• Company pension with 7 per cent employer contribution
• Health plan, life assurance, income protection, and sick pay
• Permanent contract with real career growth opportunities

What we are looking for

• Proven mechanical engineering experience, ideally in food manufacturing
• Strong hands-on knowledge of machinery, tools, and production processes
• Team player, good communicator, and adaptable
• Electrical skills, IPAF, or forklift licence would be a bonus; training will be provided if needed

Why it is worth it

This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge production projects, get involved in the setup of brand-new lines, and transition into a well-paid, exciting shift role with opportunities to develop your career.