At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a small team to install and optimise dairy filtration systems across the UK and Ireland.
- Company: Established engineering firm with a customer-focused approach since 1993.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 20 days holiday, pension scheme, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Enjoy a mix of site work and office tasks with great career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the dairy industry while developing your technical skills.
- Qualifications: Engineering qualification and five years of experience in electrical and mechanical fault-finding.
Since 1993, our client has combined deep technical expertise with a flexible, customer-focused approach. With reliable systems that keep production running smoothly, they help manufacturers maximise efficiency and value from every process. They are seeking an enthusiastic Multiskilled Engineer to join their small team of eight, supporting the installation, commissioning and optimisation of membrane filtration systems across the UK and Ireland, primarily within the dairy industry.
The Role
As a Multiskilled Engineer, you will play a central role in the installation, commissioning and optimisation of membrane filtration systems across the UK and Ireland. You will work closely with customers, suppliers and internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while developing specialist expertise in membrane filtration technology. Beyond membrane systems, you will also be involved in a wide range of dairy-processing operations, including milk, whey and cheese production. This hands-on and varied role offers the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge across multiple areas of dairy manufacturing while supporting customers in achieving efficient, reliable and compliant production processes. The role offers a varied mix of site work, technical problem-solving, customer support and project involvement, making it an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their career within the dairy processing industry. You will report directly to both Directors and will enjoy a combination of collaborative team working and independent, lone-working responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the installation, commissioning, and optimisation of dairy process projects and membrane filtration plants
- Drive growth in membrane element sales, spare parts, and service offerings, while providing high-quality aftersales support
- Investigate and assess existing plant performance, including CIP effectiveness, reliability issues, and operational efficiency, and provide practical, actionable solutions
- Identify and source spare parts and components across a wide range of manufacturers and equipment types
- Liaise with suppliers, customers, and subcontractors to ensure successful delivery of products and services
- Manage customer enquiries relating to membrane element supply and installation
- Carry out on-site installation and replacement of membrane elements
- Prepare health & safety documentation and method statements for site works
- Carry out electrical and mechanical fault finding as required
- Support a range of dairy-processing operations, including milk, whey and cheese production
- Manage your own workload and prioritise tasks effectively across office and site-based work
- Complete permit-to-work documentation and risk assessments where required
Requirements
Essential
- Recognised engineering qualification, with an electrical and/or mechanical qualification
- Minimum five years post-qualification engineering experience
- Electrical and mechanical fault-finding experience
- Basic PLC knowledge
- Experience working both as part of a team and independently
- Full experience with Microsoft Office and IT systems
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organisational skills
- Ability to manage your own workload
- Full UK driving licence
- Adaptable approach and willingness to learn and develop new technical skills
- Strong work ethic and proactive approach
- Excellent attention to detail
Desirable
- PLC programming experience
- Knowledge of HMIs and SCADA
- Welding experience
- Knowledge of hygienic membrane systems
- Experience completing permit-to-work documentation
- Experience carrying out risk assessments
- Experience within the food or dairy processing industry
- Knowledge of membrane filtration systems (UF/RO/NF/MF)
- Experience working on customer sites, ideally in a service or commissioning role
Whats In It For You
- £35,000.00 - £50,000.00 per year depending on experience, with candidates who closely match all requirements considered towards the higher end of the salary range
- 37.5-hour basic working week
- On-site working out of hours as and when required
- Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) for authorised additional hours, in accordance with the Company’s policies and Contract of Employment
- 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
- Company Pension
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- On-site parking
- Ongoing training tailored to your existing skills and experience
- Office-based role, with on-site working required across the UK and Ireland
- All reasonable travel and accommodation expenses covered when working away
- Career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
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