Site Engineer

MDE UK; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy seeks a Mechanical Site Engineer to ensure efficient operations of biomass and electric heating systems in Suffolk. The role involves maintenance, fault-finding, and operational support, emphasizing safety and reliability. With a competitive salary and benefits, this opportunity is ideal for engineers passionate about clean energy solutions and ready to contribute to a collaborative team.

Benefits

On-call enhancements

Training opportunities

Overtime pay

Qualifications

• Mechanical or electrical engineering qualification essential.
• HSEQ certification required.
• Experience working with heat-generating equipment on industrial sites preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance and fault-finding on biomass and electric heating systems.
• Manage biomass fuel supply and assist with subcontractor processes.
• Support high HSEQ standards and maintain records.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Experience with biomass systems

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Safety-first mindset

Education

Mechanical or electrical engineering qualification (e.g. C&G, NVQ, HNC)

HSEQ site-level training (e.g. CSCS, Safety Passport)

Job description

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Salary: Up to £46,000 + on-call enhancements + bonus of up to £2000

Job Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Average 40 hrs/week, includes on-call rota

About the Company:

This organisation delivers low-carbon energy solutions to industrial and commercial sites across the UK. They design, build, operate, and maintain sustainable heat and power systems, with a strong focus on reliability, safety, and environmental performance.

With a growing portfolio of biomass and electric heat systems, they invest in continuous improvement and value hands-on engineering expertise. The team is collaborative, safety-driven, and committed to helping clients decarbonise their operations.

They’re now looking for a Mechanical Site Engineer to support operations at a key industrial site in Suffolk.

About the Role:

As the Mechanical Site Engineer, you’ll carry out mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, and repairs on biomass and electric boiler systems. You’ll also support fuel supply operations, assist with subcontractor management, and help maintain high HSEQ standards.

The role involves a mix of planned and reactive work, both on-site and as part of an on-call rota. It’s well-suited to a mechanically biased engineer with experience in heating systems and a proactive, hands-on approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on biomass and electric heating systems.
• Conduct inspections, system checks, testing, and record keeping in line with compliance standards.
• Support the continuous and efficient operation of boilers, pumps, valves, and hydraulic systems.
• Respond to system failures, service outages, or emergencies as part of an on-call rota.
• Manage biomass fuel supply on site, including receiving deliveries, testing, and loading using a Telehandler.
• Assist with on-site subcontractor coordination and permit-to-work processes.
• Promote and maintain high health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) standards.
• Maintain accurate electronic records for all maintenance, HSEQ, and stock activity.
• Support client liaison and build collaborative working relationships with on-site teams.

What are we looking for?

• Mechanical or electrical engineering qualification (e.g. C&G, NVQ, HNC).
• HSEQ site-level training (e.g. CSCS, Safety Passport).
• Experience with biomass, LTHW, MTHW, and/or HTHW systems.
• Strong mechanical engineering background, ideally with electrical familiarity.
• Experience working with heat-generating equipment on large industrial sites.
• Effective communicator with strong attention to detail and safety-first mindset.
• Flexibility to work on a shift rota and be part of an on-call support system.
• Knowledge of biomass boilers and fuel handling.
• Familiarity with DCS/BMS controls and CMMS systems.
• Experience overseeing subcontractors and safe systems of work.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of up to £46,000
• Permanent position with stability and training opportunities
• Overtime and callout pay enhancements

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If you’re a hands-on mechanical engineer passionate about clean energy and reliability in industrial systems, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to work on advanced biomass technology in a safety and performance-driven environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Project Management

• Industries

  Water, Waste, Steam, and Air Conditioning Services, Services for Renewable Energy, and Electric Power Generation

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