Mobile Mechanical Engineer

E-Frontiers; Gerrards Cross; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm is looking for a Mobile Mechanical Engineer to provide mechanical maintenance, installation, and support at large manufacturing facilities in East Midland. The ideal candidate will have a technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering and experience in mobile mechanical roles. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems, performing preventative maintenance, and collaborating with teams to ensure safety and quality standards. The role requires flexibility for travel and offers a salary range of £48k–£58k per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mobile mechanical or field service engineering roles.
• Strong ability to diagnose mechanical faults and perform repairs.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems and associated plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical installation, maintenance, and breakdown support.
• Perform on-site preventative maintenance and recommend improvements.
• Provide technical support to customers and internal teams.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical faults

Customer service skills

Organisational skills

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP/EAM or similar maintenance management systems

Job description

Mobile Mechanical Engineer (Manufacturing)
Permanent
East Midland (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 facilities. 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 (eg, City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3).

Contract & Working Hours

• Full-time, permanent role.
• Field based with travel;