Multi-skilled Mechanical Engineer in Kendal

Energy Jobline ZR; Kendal; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Multi-Skilled Mechanical Engineer for an on-site role in Kendal, Cumbria. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and improve a wide range of manufacturing machinery to maximise reliability and efficiency.

Responsibilities include PPM and reactive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and basic electrical faults, and contributing to continuous improvement and root cause analysis. CMMS record-keeping is required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Experience in a manufacturing, production or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Basic electrical knowledge; PLC fault-finding experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical faults.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the CMMS system.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Problem-solving

Electrical basics

PLC fault-finding

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC/HND or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Multi-Skilled Mechanical Engineer

Location: Kendal, Cumbria

We are seeking a motivated Multi-Skilled Mechanical Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business in Kendal. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving a wide range of manufacturing machinery and site equipment to ensure maximum reliability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical faults.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the CMMS system.

Requirements

• Relevant engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
• Proven experience within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Basic electrical knowledge; PLC fault-finding experience would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and proactive approach to maintenance activities.