Mechanical Installation Engineer

E3 Recruitment; Heckmondwike; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering company in Heckmondwike is seeking a Mechanical Installation Engineer. The role offers a starting salary of £15 an hour, paid overtime, and a permanent position in a modern facility with excellent working conditions. Responsibilities include installing hydraulic and pneumatic systems and completing various fitting tasks on commercial vehicles. Candidates with a background in plant fitting or similar fields are encouraged to apply. Regular salary reviews and free onsite parking are included.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Regular salary reviews

Permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulics, compressors, or similar mechanical systems.
• Background as a plant fitter or technician.
• Familiarity with transport-related vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Install systems such as hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Complete fitting tasks on commercial vehicles.

Skills

Plant Fitter

Hydraulic Engineer

Compressor Engineer

Forklift Truck Engineer

Light Vehicle Technician

Job description

Mechanical Installation Engineer

Heckmondwike - Circa £15 an hr + Overtime paid at 150% (OTE up to you!)

Days: Monday - Friday standard hours (no weekend work)

Standard days - Monday to Friday, OT paid at 150%, modern environment, free parking, regular salary reviews, permanent secure job

The Company

This market‑leading automotive engineering company that has experienced rapid growth and continues to secure long‑term projects, with a full order book. Significant investment has been made into the modern manufacturing facility, creating excellent working conditions with high‑quality equipment. Due to ongoing success, they are now looking to add an experienced Mechanical Installation Engineer to their growing team.

What’s on Offer for the Mechanical Installation Engineer

• Starting salary £15 an hr DOE with review after probation
• Overtime available at x1.5 – OTE completely in your control
• Standard Days: Monday - Friday
• Modern workshop with first‑class facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Permanent position with a secure and growing employer

The Role – Mechanical Installation Engineer

• Installing systems such as hydraulics, compressors, mechanical systems and pneumatics.
• Completing a variety of fitting tasks on specialist commercial and transport‑related vehicles.

Experience

• Plant Fitter
• Hydraulic or Compressor Engineer
• Forklift Truck Engineer
• Light Vehicle Technician
• Or similar vehicle/mechanical fitter background

If you are interested in this Mechanical Installation Engineer role, please apply now or contact Grace at E3 Recruitment.