Mobile Mechanical Engineer

E-Frontiers; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider in the East Midlands is seeking a Mobile Mechanical Engineer to manage mechanical maintenance and support systems in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess an HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering with proven field experience. The role involves traveling to various sites and requires strong mechanical diagnostic skills. Join a company that prioritizes safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement in a dynamic work setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mobile mechanical or field service engineering role.
• Strong ability to diagnose mechanical faults and perform repairs.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical installation, maintenance, and support.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and recommend improvements.

Skills

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Welding/fabrication skills

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Recognised mechanical trade qualification

Tools

SAP/EAM or similar maintenance management systems

Job description

Mobile Mechanical Engineer (Manufacturing)

Permanent

East Midlands (site based with some travel)

Salary 48-58k per annum

Role Overview:

As a Mobile Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering mechanical maintenance, installation, servicing, and support for equipment and machinery at a large manufacturing facility. You will work independently and as part of a wider team to ensure uptime, reliability, and compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out mechanical installation, maintenance, breakdown support, and equipment commissioning.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, components and industrial machinery.
• Perform on-site preventative maintenance and recommend improvements to reduce downtime.
• Provide technical support and guidance to customers and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate service reports, parts usage records and service documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with other engineering and operations teams to support continuous improvement.
• Maintain a professional, customer‑focused approach at all times.

Person Specification:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• HNC/HND or equivalent technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience in a mobile mechanical or field service engineering role, ideally within manufacturing, industrial, or heavy machinery environments.
• Strong ability to diagnose mechanical faults and perform repairs.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, gearboxes, conveyor systems and associated plant equipment.
• Comfortable with travel and flexible working arrangements.
• Organised with excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK driving licence (manual preferred).

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Welding/fabrication skills.
• Experience with electrical or control systems.
• Experience with SAP/EAM or similar maintenance management systems.
• Recognised mechanical trade qualification (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3).

Contract & Working Hours:

• Full‑time, permanent role.
• Field based with travel.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Manufacturing

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