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Mechanical Engineer

We are working with a well-established engineering client who is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their busy team.

Peterborough£28,000 - £50,000 P.A (DOE)PermanentPosted 6 August 2026Ref: 3SR-083

In a nutshell…

We are working with a well-established engineering client who is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their busy team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with a strong background in mechanical systems, including power unit builds, fault finding, and commissioning equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical background with the ability to read schematic drawings and circuit diagrams. You will be familiar with carrying out testing, maintenance, fault finding and diagnostics.

This position would suit a candidate who is looking to develop their career into a senior management role.

What’s involved for the Mechanical Engineer…

  • Build, fault find, and commission mechanical power units and systems
  • Work with hydraulic, pneumatics, valves and piping
  • Interpret mechanical circuit diagrams and schematics
  • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical system faults
  • Undertake on-site customer visits for testing and commissioning
  • Support fabrication and welding tasks where necessary
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and safety

What you’ll need…

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in mechanical engineering (industrial or commercial)
  • Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Assembly or Systems Engineering experience IDEAL
  • Strong engineering skills
  • Mechanical assembly experience
  • Ability to read and interpret technical schematics
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Good interpersonal and time management skills

Benefits for the Mechanical Engineer…

  • Excellent salary £28,000 - £50,000 DOE
  • Company pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Career development
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay
  • Monday to Friday
  • Should you be interested in this
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • role then please apply within.
  • Applications from outside the UK will not be considered.