Mechanical Service Engineer - Owen Daniels : Job Details

Mechanical Service EngineerLocation: Stoke-on-Trent (with UK & overseas travel)Salary: Up to £40,000 basic + company van + overtime (OTE £50,000+)Type: Full-time, PermanentCompany OverviewWe are a specialist engineering business based in Stoke-on-Trent, focused on the design and manufacture of bespoke filtration equipment and process machinery. Our site operates as a smaller, agile facility with strong financial backing and is part of a larger global engineering group.As we continue to grow and invest in our capabilities, we’re seeking a Mechanical Service Engineer to support customer installations and aftersales service across the UK and internationally.The RoleThis is a mechanically biased field service role, responsible for the installation, commissioning, servicing and maintenance of custom-built filtration systems. You’ll be the sole service engineer, with support from the wider team, and play a key part in delivering high-quality, responsive technical support to our customers.

• Primary service areas: Derby, Birmingham, Warrington, Manchester
• Overseas travel: 5–6 trips annually
• Travel time: Approx. 50% (2–4 weeks/month)

Key Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of mechanical filtration systems
• Routine and reactive maintenance at customer sites
• Mechanical fault-finding and basic electrical troubleshooting
• Liaison with engineering, production, and project teams
• Supporting build, FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), and customer witness testing on-site
• Completion of service reports, documentation, and certification

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanical engineering/service background (maintenance or field service)
• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment; heavy engineering experience desirable
• Strong mechanical skills – pumps, valves, pipework, hydraulics
• Basic electrical knowledge (fault-finding, testing, safety awareness) – desirable
• Confident working independently with excellent communication skills
• Willingness to undertake extensive product training, certifications provided
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport

What’s on Offer

• Basic salary up to £40,000
• Company vehicle
• Overtime and travel uplift – OTE £50,000+
• Laptop, tools, and PPE provided
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A stable and varied role within a financially backed global business