About this role
Mechanical Engineer
Croydon | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you a hands-on Mechanical Engineer looking for a varied role where you'll combine technical problem solving, engineering investigations, project support, and customer-facing activities?
We are recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established engineering organisation supporting the overhaul, maintenance and improvement of complex mechanical equipment across a range of industrial sectors.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys applying engineering principles in a practical environment, working closely with production, quality, projects, and customers to deliver technical solutions and continuous improvements.
The Role
As Mechanical Engineer, you will provide technical support across the full product lifecycle, from investigation and diagnosis through to overhaul planning and engineering improvements.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting fault-finding, root cause analysis and technical investigationsManaging warranty investigations and producing detailed reportsCreating and reviewing method statements, overhaul instructions and test proceduresSupporting engineering changes, concessions and production permitsCarrying out condition assessments and material analysisReviewing engineering drawings, BOMs and technical documentationSupporting production, quality, sales, purchasing and project teams on technical mattersParticipating in customer meetings and providing technical expertise when requiredContributing to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practice About You
We're looking for a proactive and adaptable engineer who enjoys combining practical engineering knowledge with analytical problem solving.
You'll ideally have:
HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a Mechanical Engineering disciplineAt least 6 years' engineering experienceExperience producing technical reports and engineering documentationStrong fault-finding and root cause analysis skillsExperience working within manufacturing, overhaul, rail, marine, power generation, oil & gas or other heavy engineering environmentsGood understanding of engineering drawings and technical specificationsExcellent communication skills and the ability to work with customers and internal stakeholdersStrong commercial awareness and understanding of engineering impact on business performance Experience with driveline systems, gearboxes, couplings, cardan shafts, marine drives or similar rotating equipment would be beneficial but is not essential.
What's on Offer?
Diverse and technically challenging workExposure to a wide range of engineering projects and industriesOpportunity to work directly with customers and influence engineering decisionsSupportive and collaborative engineering environmentLong-term career development opportunitiesCompetitive salary and benefits package If you're a passionate Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and wants to play a key role in delivering high-quality technical solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.