At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble, install, and maintain industrial machinery at customer sites.
- Company: Join a dynamic team with a focus on hands-on engineering.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company van, paid travel time, and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Monday to Friday role with excellent work-life balance and career growth.
- Why this job: Enjoy variety in your work and make a real impact on industrial operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical fitting and ability to read engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 37000 - 45000 £ per year.
We're looking for a hands-on Mechanical Fitter - Site Engineer to join our field service team. You'll be working predominantly off-site at customer locations, assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing industrial machinery and equipment. Travel time is paid and a company van + fuel card is provided. This is a varied role - no two days are the same and you won't be stuck in a workshop.
Key Duties
- Build and install mechanical systems, structures and industrial equipment on customer sites, working to spec and deadlines.
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance to keep machinery running efficiently and minimise downtime.
- Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs on industrial equipment - bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics, conveyors, pumps etc.
- Read and work from engineering drawings to construct, install and modify mechanical systems and structures.
- Work safely on customer sites, follow permits/RAMS, and maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Complete job sheets, service reports and highlight any issues/recommendations to the client.
Requirements
- Proven experience in assembly, installation and maintenance of industrial machinery/equipment.
- Strong mechanical fitting skills - fitting, alignment, fault diagnosis, hand tools + power tools.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings - essential for installing systems correctly.
- Self-motivated, problem-solver, happy working independently on site.
- Full UK driving licence - essential due to travel. No points = preferred for insurance.
Desirable/Bonus:
- Experience constructing mechanical systems and structures from scratch.
- Hydraulics/pneumatics knowledge.
- Previous field service/site engineer experience.
- Welding skills or fabrication background.
What We Offer
- Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
- Overtime available but no regular weekends/nights.
- Company van + fuel card provided for work use. Private use can be discussed.
- Paid travel time from home to first job.
- Competitive salary DOE + pension + holiday.
If you're a practical, site-ready fitter who likes building from drawings and keeping industrial kit running, we want to hear from you.
Mechanical Fitter Site Engineer in Devon employer: Acorn by Synergie
Join a dynamic team as a Mechanical Fitter - Site Engineer, where no two days are the same and your skills will be put to the test in varied environments. With a competitive salary, paid travel time, and a company van provided, we prioritise your work-life balance while fostering a culture of growth and development. Our supportive environment encourages hands-on experience and offers opportunities for further training, making it an excellent place for those looking to advance their careers in the mechanical engineering field.
