Mechanical engineering technician jobs in WatfordCreate job alerts

Assembly Technician Location: 10 minutes from Uxbridge, Middlesex Salary: £35,500 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, 9% non-contributory pension, early Friday finish We are recruiting for multiple experienced Assembly Technician to join a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing business based near Uxbridge. This role sits within a specialist Assembly department and involves precision mechanical build work contributing to complex, safety-critical assemblies. This is not a basic production role — we are looking for candidates with strong engineering assembly experience, the ability to read engineering drawings, and confidence using both hand tools and precision measuring equipment. What’s On Offer £35,500 per annum 37-hour working week Early Friday finish 25 days annual leave + bank holidays 9% non-contributory pension scheme 4x salary life assurance Healthcare cash plan Cycle to work scheme Subsidised canteen Long-term stability within a highly structured engineering environment The Role You will be undertaking a variety of mechanical assembly processes, producing precision builds to strict quality standards. Duties include: Using hand tools such as files, hacksaws and spanners Experience with Riveting methods including presses and rivet guns * Reading and interpreting ...

An exciting opportunity has arisen within this leading manufacturer of medical devices in the global healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. This role is for a Field Service Engineer based in the Watford, Enfield, Barnet, Stanmore, Finchley, Edgware, Borehamwood and surrounding areas. Responsible to the Regional Service Manager, the engineer will cover the specified areas and service and maintain a range of electro‑mechanical equipment in medical environments. • Service of electro‑mechanical medical devices, • Fault finding, • Equipment maintenance, • Customer service As the Field Service Engineer you will need experience of working on electro‑mechanical equipment in either a service, installation, commissioning or maintenance engineering role, or working as an engineer or technician in the Forces (RAF, Navy, REME). Ideally you will have a technical qualification such as an NVQ/ONC/HNC/HND, etc., and a desire to learn and progress your career in service. Full training will be provided. • £42,000 – £45,000 basic salary, • Car, • 10% bonus, • Pension, • Life assurance, • BUPA, • Mobile/laptop #J-18808-Ljbffr

NW33377 Mechanical Technician £47,000 - £50,000 + Attractive Benefits Hertfordshire Alecto Recruitment is partnering with an established Owner Operator of CCGT Power Stations across the UK. Together we are seeking a Mechanical Technician to join their maintenance team on their Hertfordshire site to carry out mechanical maintenance activities. What's on offer: £45,000 - £48,000 Living Allowance: £2,172 per annum Discretionary bonus: to 20% Overtime 1.5x base LTIP Entitlement: Fixed Value: £1,000, Variable Value: £3,000 PMI: Single cover Income Protection Life Assurance Holiday: 25 days plus BH Private Pension Role Overview Carry out hands-on mechanical maintenance, fault finding, and repair activities across plant equipment and systems. Plan and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure safe, reliable plant performance. Prepare risk assessments, method statements, and work packs for maintenance tasks and shutdown activities. Manage contractors and maintenance service contracts, including supervision during outages, inspections, and overhauls. Support major plant inspections, interim outages, and mechanical overhauls across thermal generation assets. Ensure full compliance with HSE legislation, company safety rules, and environmental standards. Act as Competent Person / Authorised Person where required to support safe system of work, isolation, and permit processes. Provide 24/7 maintenance support and rapid fault response during plant failures and breakdowns. Support budget control, procurement, and technical specification development for mechanical works and spares. Work cross-functionally with operations, suppliers, and other engineering disciplines to improve reliability and maintenance best practice. Skills & Qualification Clear and confident communicator, able to operate effectively within both open-plan office and site-based environments. Professional, dependable, and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership across all areas of responsibility. Background in power generation is preferred; however, candidates with strong transferable experience from heavy industrial sectors will also be considered, including pharmaceutical, marine, waste-to-energy, and other process-intensive industries. MUST BE: at minimum HNC qualified in a Mechanical Engineering field with demonstrable practical maintenance and plant engineering experience. Open-minded, adaptable, and resilient with a collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team. Flexible and responsive to changing plant priorities and operational demands. Analytical and decisive under pressure, with strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills particularly during live plant issues or failures. Demonstrates the potential and ambition to progress into a Team Leader position in the future. INDW To apply for this role please send your CV or call Noah on (phone number removed) ext 218 for more information. If you have not received a response to your application within five working days, please consider your application unsuccessful for this position. Equally if this role would not be of interest to you but may be for a suitable friend or colleague, we can offer paid referral fees for successful placements

Our client is a well-established organisation operating within a highly regulated manufacturing environment, specialising in the development and production of specialised healthcare products. They are known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and maintaining the highest industry standards. Job Role & Key Responsibilities We are seeking a Multi Skilled Technician to support the maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of production and utility equipment. This role is essential in ensuring safe, efficient operations while minimising downtime and supporting overall manufacturing performance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across production and utility equipment Diagnose faults and resolve issues quickly to minimise operational disruption Support equipment calibration, repairs, and set-up in line with site standards Lead or contribute to problem-solving activities and engineering responses Accurately complete maintenance documentation, including work orders and logbooks Communicate effectively during shift handovers and across departments Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and performance Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory requirements Provide technical support to production and other departments as needed The Ideal Candidate will have: HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline or a time-served apprenticeship Strong multi-skilled capability across electrical and mechanical maintenance Experience within a manufacturing environment (e.g. FMCG, pharmaceutical, or similar) Proven fault-finding skills on electrical systems, including motors, drives, and sensors Solid mechanical maintenance experience (pumps, valves, bearings, gearboxes) Experience working with production or process equipment Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance processes Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach Desirable Skills: Experience with PLCs and automated systems Knowledge of HVAC, water systems, or filling line equipment Calibration experience Experience working in regulated or high-care environments Ongoing professional development or additional engineering qualifications Benefits Include: Competitive salary package with shift allowance Double days shift pattern (Monday to Friday) Overtime opportunities at enhanced rates Pension scheme Holiday allowance plus bank holidays Ongoing training and development opportunities Potential for salary increase for exceptional candidates (subject to approval) If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with us or apply below. TPBN1_UKTJ

Production Technician Location: Letchworth Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00 - 16:30 & Friday 8:00 - 13:30 Basis: Permanent Salary: Up to 26K (DOE) Our well established client within the electronics industry are looking for a Production Technician to join their team on a permanent basis. As a Production Technician, you will play a key role in delivering high quality electronic products through precise assembly and collaboration with engineering and production teams. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, strong technical assembly skills, and an exceptional eye for detail. Key Responsibilities as a Production Technician: Assembly of PCB boards, going by drawings given Wiring and cable assembly Soldering Mechanical build/assembly Surface mount assembly Quality inspection upon finalised production Product testing The successful candidate will be: Experienced within the electronics industry, with soldering, assembly and wiring skills JSTD-001 Qualified (desired) Computer literate Able to work well both within a team and independently A proactive individual with a positive approach Company benefits: 25 Days Annual Leave Pension scheme Health care Opportunities for progression Please apply within

Service & PDI Technician – Groundcare Machinery Location: Kings Langley Hours: Full-time, 39 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8:00–16:30, Friday 8:00–15:30, with overtime and occasional weekend work) Salary: £32,200 – £40,500 OTE (depending on experience) We are recruiting for a Service & PDI Technician to join a well-established service department working on a range of groundcare machinery. This is a hands-on role involving servicing, repairs, and pre-delivery inspections, supporting a growing and busy operation. Key Responsibilities Service and maintain groundcare machinery including mowers, utility vehicles, ATVs, and handheld equipment Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDI) on new machinery Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and powertrain faults Use diagnostic software where required (training provided) Complete detailed job reports, including photos and time records Identify additional work and support upselling where appropriate Maintain high standards of workmanship and safety Support the workshop team with general duties as requiredSkills & Experience Required Background in groundcare, agricultural, plant, or similar engineering environments Strong mechanical and fault-finding skills Hands-on, flexible approach to work Good attention to detail Basic IT skills and willingness to use diagnostic systems Full UK driving licence requiredWhat’s on Offer Competitive salary of £32,200 – £40,500+ OTE depending on experience Company van provided Overtime available (enhanced rates) 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life assurance and additional benefits Ongoing training and development opportunitiesHow to Apply If you're experienced and ready to take the next step with a well-established company, apply now. Alternatively, call David at Holt Recruitment on (phone number removed). Holt Recruitment are a leading recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor Trade, Engineering, OEM, and related industries. We specialise in Plant, Agricultural, Powered Access, Forklift, Lift & Access, and Static Plant sectors. We recruit across the UK for roles including: Mobile Plant Engineer, Plant Fitter, Agricultural Engineer, Agricultural Mechanic, Powered Access Engineer, Forklift Engineer, MHE Engineer, and Generator Engineer. DH

Service Engineer & PDI Technician We are recruiting a Service Engineer & PDI Technician to join a well-established groundcare machinery business based near Watford. This is a great opportunity to join a growing service team supporting high-end golf and sports venues. Key Responsibilities Service and maintain groundcare equipment, including mowers, utility vehicles, ATVs, and handheld tools Carry out pre-delivery inspections and assembly of new machinery Diagnose and repair faults across electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems Use diagnostic software (training provided) Complete detailed job reports, including photos and time tracking Identify additional service opportunities where appropriateAbout You Background in groundcare, agricultural, construction, or vehicle engineering Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills Hands-on, flexible, and reliable approach IT literate Full UK driving licence requiredPackage £32,000 – £40,000 OTE (depending on experience) 24 days holiday + bank holidays Pension + life assurance Company van Ongoing training and developmentHours Monday–Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Friday: 8:00am – 3:30pm (39 hours) Overtime available (enhanced rates) Some weekend work required during peak periods

This role will involve becoming a key member of our production team, working closely with Technicians, Project Managers and Engineers. Fast‑paced scale‑up environment with real engineering challenges. Mechanical assembly, quality testing and installation of our QuantiSort and QualiBoto offerings

This is a senior technical position within the mechanical building services team, where you will take ownership of project delivery from early concept through to detailed design and completion, running schemes in sectors such as commercial developments, mixed-use schemes, residential developments, h

Sapien Engineering are looking for multiple Vehicles Technicians to join a global automotive business on a permanent basis.

Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline). We’re hiring: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our clients engineering team developing electric machine technology. Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams. Senior Mechanical Engineer – Motors.

Strong understanding of engineering principles, including mechanical maths and physics. Minimum 5 years’ experience in mechanical engineering. Rise10 Recruitment are working with a leading UK engineering manufacturer specialising in the design and build of bespoke special purpose machinery and aut

As Senior Engineering Technician you shall also be responsible for coaching and mentoring the Emerging Talent cohort (Engineering Apprentices and trainees) to be capable of meeting future engineering needs. The Senior Engineering Technician is a hand’s on, role reporting to the Senior Production E

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services). They’ve just secured another wave of project wins (circa £1m in fees) and are now at the point where they need someone strong on the mechanical side to come in and help drive things forward. You’ll work directly with the Director and quickl

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer. Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on mechanical building services. Perform systematic fault finding on mechanical systems.

My team are looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to work across sites over the UK on 6-10 month contracts with scope for extensions.

Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related discipline. Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, assemblies, and engineering documentation for Mechanical Engineering and R&D projects. Reporting to the Mechanical Design Manager, you will

Reporting to the Mechanical Design & Analysis Functional Manager the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the design of new structural developments and help oversee sub-systems integration from concepts through to testing and flight. Candidates who are currently a Design Engineer, Me

The client is looking for someone dependable and capable, with the ambition to grow into a Mechanical Project Manager position. Mechanical Project Engineer looking to step up. The client is open to developing and moulding the right person, provided they have a solid mechanical background and the rig

Fully remote - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - 6 months contract. My client are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to work on a fully remote basis on a Data Centre project. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer.

The ideal candidate is educated to HNC level or time served in an engineering discipline – mechanical engineering preferred. Given that solid training is provided we are open to entry level candidates who want to build a career in field / customer service engineering. We would love to hear from ca

Mechanical Engineer (Contract | 3–6 Months) – Junior to Mid-Level | CAD Focus. Want to gain hands-on experience in a fast-moving engineering environment?. Mechanical Engineer on a short-term contract (3–6 months).

ACJ Search are supporting a Norfolk based organisation who are recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. Lead the mechanical design and integration of electric machines. Experience of working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

We are hiring a founding mechanical engineer. You will take over from the CEO as the primary hardware engineer with end-to-end ownership of all mechanical systems. Significant hands-on experience building mechanical systems.

Do you enjoy working hands-on with mechanical systems out in the field?. Field Service, Mechanical Engineer. This isn’t just a service role, it’s a chance to build a broad and valuable engineering skillset:.

Senior Mechanical Estates Engineer/Technician (NHS). An NHS healthcare organisation in the North of England is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Technician to support its estates function during a period of significant operational change. Strong mechanical engineering background, potentially

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or closely related discipline. Our most successful hires have come from a range of backgrounds including chemical engineering, process engineering, and mechanical engineering. This is a consulting engineering role — the p

Mechanical Engineer Contract | Defence Project | Military Vehicles 🔹. Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer seeking your next challenge? Join our innovative team working on digital integration for military vehicles, where your expertise will directly support frontline capability. Experienced

My client is experiencing significant growth within their mechanical engineering team and are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Warwick-based technical team on a permanent basis. JOB – Senior Mechanical Engineer. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will ideally have the following a

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established and growing engineering organisation operating within the water and wastewater treatment sector. Degree or technical qualification in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. With a collaborative e

BSc / BEng in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Product Design Engineering, or similar. We are currently seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team in Sheffield. Minimum 3 years’ experience in Mechanical Design.

In this role, you’ll lead the design and delivery of building services systems, applying your expertise across all aspects of mechanical engineering. We have a new opportunity for a Chartered Mechanical Engineer who is excited by technically challenging work on cutting-edge projects to join our cr

Mechanical engineering qualification (BTEC / HNC or similar). Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Involvement in full lifecycle engineering projects.

The Mechanical Engineering Lead will work collaboratively with the Customer and internal engineering teams to provide leadership, technical direction, and delivery oversight across engineering activities supporting mechanical and infrastructure assets on site. The Mechanical Engineering Lead will ma

BSc / BEng in Mechanical / Automotive / Aerospace Engineering or similar. Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances. The Principal Mechanical Engineer role will involve:.

Degree in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a strong interest in Building Services. Please note: this role is specifically focused on Mechanical Building Services Engineering within the built environment sector. An exciting opportunity for a Graduate Mechanical Building Se

As a Senior/Mechanical Engineer – Development, you’ll work at the intersection of innovation, technology, and engineering excellence, helping build sustainable facilities in mission-critical environments. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical discip

As Mechanical Field Service Engineer you will be responsible for mechanical maintenance and technical support to the water production team to repair and maintain water assets. Mechanical Field Service Engineers.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job: Salary - €60,000 to €70,000 (DOE) Technical Leadership Role - Influence design standards and mentor engineers Complex Projects - Work on bespoke automation systems across multiple industries The Role: * Lead the technical design of bespoke automation systems,

We are Plumb Centre, part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland.We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-win

Mechanical engineering knowledge across the full engineering lifecycle (design, testing, commissioning, verification & validation). Apply mechanical engineering e. You will work closely with engineering and business teams to influence product quality, support safe delivery, and act as an i.

Up to £31,840 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits.Warehouse Operative with a VNA F1 License.We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild

Mechanical engineering knowledge across the full engineering lifecycle (design, testing, commissioning, verification & validation). Apply mechanical engineering e. In this role, you will deliver engineering assurance across Maritime Submarines products, ensuring product integrity and compliance acro

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits.We are Plumb Centre, part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland.We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develo

Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application.Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine.Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits.Delivery Driver - Brimsdown - Pipe and Climate Centre.We are Pipe and Climate Centre, part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland.We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of ever