Job Description

Mechanical Site Service Engineer
Base: West Midlands (with UK-wide travel)
Salary: (29,000-33,000 equivalent) + overtime + expenses + benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week
Hands-on mechanical engineering role with national travel and strong progression potential
Are you a mechanically minded engineer who enjoys practical, varied work and the challenge of on-site assembly and installation?
We're working with a leading UK manufacturer of bespoke building services equipment, looking for a Mechanical Site Service Engineer to join their growing on-site installation and maintenance team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, high-quality mechanical systems for major commercial and industrial clients across the UK.
The role
You'll play a key part in assembling, installing, and maintaining large-scale mechanical units on customer sites, working as part of a skilled multi-disciplinary team.
Your duties will include:

• Assembling and installing bespoke mechanical systems on customer sites across the UK.
• Reading and working from CAD drawings to fit compartments, gaskets, motors, pumps, and ventilation components.
• Testing and inspecting completed installations, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
• Troubleshooting and refurbishing units, replacing fans, coils, motors, and other mechanical components.
• Working closely with Electrical Engineers to coordinate installations and timelines.
• Liaising professionally with clients and contractors, ensuring smooth project delivery.
• Travelling nationally, including overnight stays (all paid and expensed).
• Supporting factory assembly and testing when site work is not available.

What we're looking for
We're seeking someone practical, flexible, and detail-oriented who enjoys hands-on work and problem-solving.
Essential:

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly, installation, or site service roles.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and interpreting CAD drawings.
• Strong focus on quality, safety, and teamwork.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight across the UK.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• CSCS card.
• NVQ or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with complex mechanical assemblies or air handling units.

What's in it for you

• 29,000-33,000 basic salary.
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates
• Paid travel time from home to site and back.
• Company van provided (for business use, can be taken home).
• Overnight allowance
• Fuel card and expense system
• Opportunities for career development and progression within a stable and expanding UK engineering business.

If you believe you meet the above criteria, please apply for immediate consideration!
This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director - Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment
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