Mechanical Engineer

Partner Services Scotland Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above industry salary

Market-leading Scottish manufacturer

Supportive engineering team

Opportunity to influence engineering‑

Job summary

Partner Services Scotland Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Factory Maintenance) to provide hands-on mechanical support across a high-volume production facility in Scotland. You will help maintain reliability, minimise downtime, and contribute to ongoing engineering improvements on steam systems, pumps, conveyors and weighing equipment.

The role requires an HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience, plus 17th Edition IET Electrical Regulations and strong workshop

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 17th Edition IET Electrical Regulations qualification.
• Demonstrable experience with steam boilers, compressors, pumps, valves, conveyors and weighing equipment.
• Advanced workshop capability including turning, milling, drilling, tapping, helicoiling, pipefitting/plumbing, welding/fabrication/cutting.
• Proven track record delivering engineering improvements in a production setting.
• Strong practical mindset with proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and implement long-term solutions.
• Support continuous improvement and process optimisation.
• Maintain steam systems, compressors, pumps, valves, conveyors, weighing systems.
• Produce and repair components using workshop tools and fabrication equipment.
• Ensure work is safe and compliant with standards.
• Collaborate with production teams to reduce downtime and improve performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to planning.

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

17th Edition IET Electrical Regulations

Tools

Turning

Milling

Drilling

Tapping

Helicoiling

Job description

Mechanical Engineer (Factory Maintenance)

Role Purpose

To provide expert mechanical maintenance support across a high-volume production facility, ensuring machinery reliability, minimising downtime, and contributing to ongoing engineering improvements. This is a hands‑on role suited to an engineer who enjoys problem‑solving, precision work, and being actively involved in the day‑to‑day running of a busy manufacturing site.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance on a wide range of mechanical equipment
• Diagnose mechanical faults quickly and effectively, implementing robust long‑term solutions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, contributing engineering insight to process optimisation
• Maintain and repair steam systems, compressors, pumps, valves, conveyors, and weighing systems
• Produce, modify, and repair components using workshop machinery and fabrication tools
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with regulatory and internal standards
• Collaborate with production teams to reduce downtime and enhance operational performance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to engineering planning

Required Qualifications & Experience

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a Mechanical Engineering discipline, or substantial proven experience
• Strong background infast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environments
• 17th Edition IET Electrical Regulations qualification
• Demonstrable experience working with:
  • Steam boilers and associated systems
  • Compressors, pumps, valves
  • Conveyor systems and weighing equipment
• Advanced workshop capability, including:
  • Turning, milling, drilling, tapping, helicoiling
  • Pipefitting and plumbing
  • Welding, fabrication, cutting, folding, and forming various materials
• Proven track record of delivering engineering improvements within a production setting
• Strong practical mindset with a proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable Attributes

• Ability to work independently and prioritise effectively
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style
• A genuine interest in improving manufacturing processes and equipment performance
• Resides ideally within a 15 mile radius of the factory for effective response times

What's on Offer

• Above industry standard salary, reflective of experience and technical capability
• Opportunity to join a long-established, market-leading Scottish manufacturer
• A stable, supportive engineering team with ongoing investment in equipment and site development
• The chance to influence engineering standards and contribute to continuous improvement projects