Mechanical Engineer in Edinburgh

Mechanical Engineer in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Full-Time 55000 - 70000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
People Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Maintain and optimise energy centre infrastructure for sustainable energy solutions.
  • Company: Leading energy infrastructure provider focused on green transition.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, on-call allowance, pension, healthcare, and career development.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth in renewable utilities.
  • Why this job: Join a forward-thinking team making a real impact on urban sustainability.
  • Qualifications: Mechanical engineering experience and problem-solving skills required.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.

Role: Mechanical Engineer

Sector: Energy centres/District heating

Location: Edinburgh, with infrequent trips to Newcastle

Salary: £35-45K (dependant on experience) + On Call allowance + Pension/Healthcare

About the Company

My client is a prominent and forward-thinking energy infrastructure provider in the United Kingdom, specializing in the design, delivery, and long-term operation of large-scale decentralized low-carbon utility networks. The company focuses heavily on urban district heating, cooling, and power solutions, managing critical assets that supply sustainable energy to thousands of residential and commercial properties. Renowned for its engineering excellence and commitment to the green transition, the business integrates cutting-edge technologies like industrial heat pumps and waste-heat recovery systems to drive urban centres toward a zero-carbon future. Employees benefit from working within a safety-first, technologically progressive environment that prioritizes long-term asset reliability, environmental sustainability, and structured career development within the renewable utilities sector.

About the Role

The Mobile Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance activities across all BE mechanical assets within the designated sites. The role will support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of two district heating network Energy centres located at the Edinburgh and Newcastle Energy Centre. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining critical energy centre infrastructure, diagnosing and resolving faults, supporting system performance, and ensuring compliance with operational, health.

Mechanical Engineer in Edinburgh employer: People Group

As a leading energy infrastructure provider, our company offers a dynamic and innovative work environment in Edinburgh, where employees are empowered to contribute to the green transition through cutting-edge technologies. We prioritise employee growth with structured career development opportunities, alongside a strong commitment to safety and sustainability, making us an excellent employer for those passionate about renewable energy solutions.

People Group

Contact Details:

People Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Mechanical Engineer in Edinburgh

Mechanical Engineering
Preventative Maintenance
Reactive Maintenance
Fault Diagnosis
System Performance Support
Compliance with Operational Standards
Health and Safety Regulations