Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer – Foundry Environment

Location: Derbyshire

Salary: £48,000 per annum + Monthly Bonus

Shift Pattern: Panama Days Shift

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Engineer:

• Preventative Maintenance & Repairs: Perform routine and reactive maintenance on foundry equipment and machinery to minimize downtime.


• Hydraulics & Pneumatics Expertise: Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety.


• Interpret Engineering Drawings: Read and work from detailed mechanical engineering drawings for the installation, repair, and maintenance of machinery.


• Health & Safety: Adhere to safety standards and practices, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.

The Ideal Mechanical Engineer:

• Experience: Proven background as a Mechanical Engineer, ideally within a foundry, heavy industrial, or manufacturing setting.


• Technical Skills: Strong understanding and practical experience with hydraulics and pneumatics systems.


• Drawings Interpretation: Ability to accurately read and work from complex mechanical engineering drawings.


• Qualifications: Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ, HNC, or equivalent) would be advantageous.

Package Offered to the Mechanical Engineer:

• Salary: £48,000+ per annum.


• Monthly Bonus: Enjoy additional earnings with a monthly bonus.


• Shift Pattern: Days-only Panama shift, offering a good work-life balance.


• Progressive Environment: Be part of an industry-leading team in a well-established foundry, with continuous improvement opportunities.