Mechanical System Support Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a Pressure Vessel System Support Engineer to join their team in Stockport. This newly created role will work closely with two Product Managers, supporting the sales, installation, and after-sales service of pressure vessel projects and related systems.

You’ll play a key part in ensuring customer success, from system design and installation through to compliance, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The role also involves occasional support for the office team, including goods processing during holiday cover.

Expect a mix of office-based work, customer site visits across the UK and Ireland (up to two-thirds of your time), and occasional overseas training with our manufacturing partners.

About You

You’ll be an engineer who thrives in a technical, hands-on environment and enjoys solving complex problems. You’ll be confident working with customers directly, able to communicate clearly, and always focused on safety and quality.

A strong team player, you’ll collaborate across departments and build long-term relationships with customers while ensuring systems perform at their best.

What You Need to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, or process engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience with pressure-rated systems, vessels, or similar equipment
• Knowledge of P&ID and PFD diagrams for design and troubleshooting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on safety
• Excellent communication skills and ability to travel extensively across the UK & Ireland
• Full UK driving licence
• Familiarity with materials science for pressure-rated applications
• Knowledge of PED, ASME, or PD5500 design codes
• Experience with process control and instrumentation
• Exposure to FEA or simulation tools

Salary and Benefits

• Salary £35,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
• Performance bonus up to 15% of base salary
• Company car or car allowance (mileage reimbursed)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Private health insurance (for you and optional family cover)
• Death in service and long-term sickness cover
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Product Management

Industries

• Biotechnology
• Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

Note: This description reflects a role with responsibilities in design, installation, compliance, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pressure vessel systems, plus occasional sales and office support tasks.

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