Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Escape; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Livingston is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their expanding team. The role involves fault finding, diagnostics, and working with maintenance systems. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained or HNC (or equivalent) qualification in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Fault finding and diagnostics during emergency breakdowns or planned maintenance.
• Working with a planned maintenance system alongside reactive maintenance.
• Modification and improvement of machinery and plant equipment.

Skills

Diagnostic Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Job description

Our client is a leading manufacturer based in Livingston and is looking to add a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to their team. The company has recently made significant investments and is expanding its workforce. This is a shift-based role, including dayshift, backshift, and nightshift (8-hour shifts), with no weekend rotation.

The Role:

1. Fault finding and diagnostics during emergency breakdowns or planned maintenance.
2. Working with a planned maintenance system alongside reactive maintenance.
3. Modification and improvement of machinery and plant equipment.

The Candidate:

• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Apprentice-trained or HNC (or equivalent) qualification in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics is advantageous.