Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Mechanical Engineer – Runcorn

Full-time | Permanent | Rotating Days/Afternoons + On-Call

Salary: £41,000–£46,000

Company:
Our client (part of a Group supporting the circular economy)

• Perform PPM on mechanical equipment and systems
• Respond to breakdowns and complete reactive repairs
• Diagnose faults using root cause analysis
• Strip, inspect, repair and rebuild motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals
• Maintain accurate maintenance and downtime records
• Support reliability and improvement projects
• Adhere to all health & safety procedures and isolation protocols

Qualifications (one of):

• Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
• Level 3 Mechanical Engineering (NVQ/BTEC/City & Guilds/HNC/HND)
• Equivalent experience
• IOSH (desirable)

• Mechanical Engineer/Maintenance Technician background
• Experience in manufacturing or similar fast-paced environments
• Strong hands-on mechanical and fault-finding abilities
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Experience with rotating machinery
• Skilled with workshop tools and equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and within a team

• Work for a sustainability-focused organisation
• Supportive engineering team
• Opportunities for skill development
• Varied role with real responsibility

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Exchange People are a family-run Employment Business supporting careers across the North-West and Central Scotland since 1997. Visit  for more roles.