Refrigeration / Mechanical Assembly Engineer

Groomfield Recruitment Ltd; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Refrigeration / Mechanical Assembly Engineer for a stable role in Lichfield. The position involves mechanical fitting and assembly of refrigeration systems, pressure testing, and quality inspection. The ideal candidate should have experience working with refrigeration systems and possess mechanical fitting skills. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to join a supportive engineering team with significant development potential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with refrigeration or cooling systems.
• Mechanical fitting or general assembly experience required.
• Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical fitting and assembly of refrigeration and cooling equipment.
• Pressure testing and charging of refrigeration systems.
• Electrical wiring of control panels, training can be provided.
• Cladding, final assembly and preparation of completed units.
• Testing, inspection and quality checking of finished equipment.

Skills

Experience working with refrigeration or cooling systems

Mechanical fitting or general assembly experience

Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge

Brazing, soldering and copper pipe bending skills

Ability to follow engineering drawings and work instructions

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

F-Gas qualification preferred

Job description

Groomfield Recruitment are supporting one of our long-standing clients in the search for a Refrigeration / Mechanical Assembly Engineer. This role offers a stable, hands‑on position within an engineering environment, ideal for someone who enjoys practical build, assembly and testing work.

Location: Tamworth (B79)

Salary: £17.00 per hour (higher rates considered depending on experience)

Hours: 07:45 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:00 to 12:00 Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical fitting and assembly of refrigeration and cooling equipment
• Pressure testing and charging of refrigeration systems
• Electrical wiring of control panels (training can be provided)
• Cladding, final assembly and preparation of completed units
• Testing, inspection and quality checking of finished equipment

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience working with refrigeration or cooling systems (single and/or double stage)
• Mechanical fitting or general assembly experience
• Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Brazing, soldering and copper pipe bending skills
• Ability to follow engineering drawings and work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• F‑Gas qualification preferred (training can be provided)

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive engineering team in a hands‑on role with real development potential. If this sounds like the right next step for you, apply now