Job Description

Our client is a trusted leader in delivering innovative and efficient mechanical handling solutions for a broad range of industries across the UK. With decades of expertise, they specialise in the supply, installation, servicing, and maintenance of overhead cranes, hoists, and heavy industrial machinery.
The Project
As a Mechanical Electrical Engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring the functionality, safety, and reliability of industrial machinery, overhead cranes, and lifting equipment.
While experience with overhead cranes is advantageous, full training can be provided for the right candidate with a strong background in heavy machinery and industrial engineering environments.
You'll be working on-site across Kent (primarily around the Folkestone area) and occasionally further afield, diagnosing faults, carrying out maintenance, and performing inspections in line with LOLER and H&S standards.
Requirements
For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

• Full UK driving license
• Electrical / Mechanical qualification

It is also essential that you hold the experience below;

• Proven history of successfully operating on industrial and engineering equipment
• Proven experience working in an industrial environment on heavy machinery (e.g. mag drills, hoists, motors, cranes, presses)

Additional skills;

• Strong project management abilities
• Proficient problem solving capabilities
• In depth knowledge of mechanical systems
• Advanced technical expertise in both mechanical and electrical engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Expertise in performing inspections, load testing, and system assessments to verify that equipment is functioning correctly and meets safety standards
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations, such as LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations)

The Role

• Job Title: Mechanical Electrical Engineer
• Job Type: Permanent
• Project: Various projects in the industrial equipment sector
• Location: Kent
• Reporting to: Senior Engineer

Duties

• Conduct inspections to LOLER regulations
• Offer technical advice and support to clients regarding equipment use and care
• Maintain accurate records of all inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, or control issues on overhead cranes
• Provide documentation for completed inspections, repairs, and compliance checks

Skills Required