Resident Engineer in Northampton

Resident Engineer

Location: Wellingborough, United Kingdom; Ipswich, United Kingdom

Date: 2026-09-17

Application Deadline: 2026-12-20 at 11:06:34

Exciting Career Opportunity as a Resident Engineer at Linde Material Handling

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Resident Engineer? Linde Material Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, is seeking Multi skilled Resident Engineers to join our great team of well qualified engineers. As a Resident Engineer, you're set to dive into the dynamic realm of material handling, where every day presents new adventures and challenges.

Stationed directly at one of our customer sites, you'll become an integral part of their team, embracing a wide variety of tasks tailored to meet their unique needs. Working in a team of 3 engineers, you'll be responsible for all aspects of maintenance & servicing the customer's fleet, covering commercial, agricultural, FLT, and various other assets.

Benefits

• A competitive salary based on your experience




• The option of a 40-hour or 45-hour working week, Monday to Friday, shift premium and OT is available on occasion




• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays




• A company pension scheme with a 6% employer contribution and a minimum 4% employee contribution




• Eligibility to participate in Employee Incentive Schemes

Role and Responsibilities

Your role will be both hands-on and problem-solving-oriented, as you diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensuring our customers' equipment operates at peak efficiency. You'll also be the guardian of preventative maintenance, conducting essential check-ups that keep the fleet running smoothly.

Being located at one of our resident customer locations, you'll bring your expertise to service Linde forklifts and other state-of-the-art equipment including commercial, agricultural, lighting rigs, battery trailers, fuel bowsers, and many more. Forging strong relationships and delivering exceptional service and support, you'll be an integral part of our customers' operations, maintaining Linde's world-class product reputation at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience as vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers, particularly as commercial technicians, forklift technicians, plant fitters, plant technicians, or vehicle technicians.




• Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners is highly desirable.




• Ideally, you will have an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) qualification, although this is not essential.




• Comfortable using IT equipment to keep accurate records and place orders.




• Full UK driving license required.




• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.

Our Commitment and Support

Linde is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experience. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Tasks and Qualifications

• Receive a 6-week induction with world-class training.




• Long-term training development plans, some of the industry's best.




• Full Forklift Driver Licence.




• Opportunity for growth through a technical grading process.




• Opportunity to undertake extended learning (Degree level).




• Support from local and national technical teams.




• Laptop and phone provided.




• All specialist tooling provided with a wear and tear policy.




• Company-supplied PPE and specialized workwear.




• Company van and fuel card (applicable on certain sites).

Summary

Location: Wellingborough, United Kingdom; Ipswich, United Kingdom

Type: Full time