Senior Maintenance Engineer

White Label Recruitment Ltd; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Installation and Maintenance Engineer based in Stockport. You will provide technical support, lead installations, and mentor junior engineers while engaging with customers. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and 5+ years of experience in a related role. This position offers a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 plus bonuses and requires some international travel.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Pension

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years in a similar engineering role with proven fault-finding and repair experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and/or electronic systems.
• Experience with Operational Technology (OT) or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) would be an advantage.
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Lead complex service interventions and installation projects.
• Mentor and train junior engineers in best practice and advanced fault-finding.
• Oversee system performance, carry out audits, and ensure equipment reliability.
• Engage directly with customers, ensuring clear communication and high-quality service delivery.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, legislation, and internal procedures.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Control systems

Fault-finding

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering

Job description

White Label is hiring a Senior Installation and Maintenance Engineer for an engineering business based in Stockport.

They design and build high-precision machinery used for inspection and simulation applications. Due to continued growth, they’re now looking to add a Senior Installation and Maintenance Engineer to the team.

• £50,000 - £55,000
• Annual discretionary bonus + pension
• Stockport (office-based with UK and international travel - typically no more than 8 trips per year, up to 2 weeks each)

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Lead complex service interventions and installation projects
• Mentor and train junior engineers in best practice and advanced fault-finding
• Oversee system performance, carry out audits, and ensure equipment reliability
• Maintain accurate service documentation and system records
• Work closely with design and product teams to resolve technical issues and drive improvements
• Engage directly with customers, ensuring clear communication and high-quality service delivery
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, legislation, and internal procedures

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline
• 5+ years in a similar engineering role with proven fault-finding and repair experience
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and/or electronic systems
• Experience with Operational Technology (OT) or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) would be an advantage
• Excellent communication, leadership, and customer-facing skills
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport essential

If you’re looking for a senior-level engineering role where you’ll take ownership, travel internationally, and play a key role in delivering advanced machinery solutions then apply now.