Installation & Maintenance Engineer

{ “@context”: “http://schema.org”, “@type”: “JobPosting”, “title”: “Installation & Maintenance Engineer”, “description”: “

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Stockport-based engineering company specialising in the design and build of advanced inspection and automation machines. Serving a global customer base, it delivers innovative, high-quality solutions focused on performance, reliability and continuous improvement.

Installation and Maintenance Engineer

Up to £50k + Bonus + Pension + Flexible Working. 30% Overseas.

Cheshire. Ref: 24977

Installation & Maintenance Engineer – The Role:

  • Provide advanced technical support, diagnosing and troubleshooting complex mechanical, electrical and software issues.
  • Lead installation, maintenance and service projects for inspection and automation machines.
  • Oversee system performance, conduct audits and ensure reliability and optimal operation.
  • Mentor and train junior engineers on systems, troubleshooting and best practices.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of service work, system configurations and maintenance activities.
  • Build strong customer relationships, explain technical issues clearly and deliver excellent support.
  • Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, company policies and industry standards.
  • Collaborate with design and development teams to improve systems and resolve technical challenges.
  • Travel nationally and internationally (up to 8 trips per year, typically up to 2 weeks) for installations and servicing.
  • Support workshop-based system builds and provide remote customer assistance when not travelling.

Installation & Maintenance Engineer – The Person:

  • Degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science) or equivalent.
  • Around 5+ years' experience in a similar engineering/service role.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical or electronic systems.
  • Experience with Operational Technology (OT) or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) preferred.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication and customer-facing skills.
  • Ability to mentor others and work collaboratively across teams.
  • Proactive, flexible and driven to improve systems and service performance.
  • Willing and able to travel internationally and work flexible hours when required.
  • Full UK driving licence and valid passport with no travel restrictions.
  • Must be eligible to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).

This role would be commutable from Manchester, Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Warrington and other surrounding areas.

#J-18808-Ljbffr”, “datePosted”: “2026-04-27”, “hiringOrganization”: { “@type”: “Organization”, “name”: “Automation Experts Ltd”, “sameAs”: “https://uk.whatjobs.com/pub_api__cpl__415015699__4861?utm_campaign=publisher&utm_medium=api&utm_source=4861&geoID=27315” }, “jobLocation”: { “@type”: “Place”, “address”: { “@type”: “PostalAddress”, “addressLocality”: “Stockport” } } }
Company: Automation Experts Ltd
Apply for the Installation & Maintenance Engineer
Location: Stockport
Job Description:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Stockport-based engineering company specialising in the design and build of advanced inspection and automation machines. Serving a global customer base, it delivers innovative, high-quality solutions focused on performance, reliability and continuous improvement.

Installation and Maintenance Engineer

Up to £50k + Bonus + Pension + Flexible Working. 30% Overseas.

Cheshire. Ref: 24977

Installation & Maintenance Engineer – The Role:

  • Provide advanced technical support, diagnosing and troubleshooting complex mechanical, electrical and software issues.
  • Lead installation, maintenance and service projects for inspection and automation machines.
  • Oversee system performance, conduct audits and ensure reliability and optimal operation.
  • Mentor and train junior engineers on systems, troubleshooting and best practices.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of service work, system configurations and maintenance activities.
  • Build strong customer relationships, explain technical issues clearly and deliver excellent support.
  • Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, company policies and industry standards.
  • Collaborate with design and development teams to improve systems and resolve technical challenges.
  • Travel nationally and internationally (up to 8 trips per year, typically up to 2 weeks) for installations and servicing.
  • Support workshop-based system builds and provide remote customer assistance when not travelling.

Installation & Maintenance Engineer – The Person:

  • Degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science) or equivalent.
  • Around 5+ years’ experience in a similar engineering/service role.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical or electronic systems.
  • Experience with Operational Technology (OT) or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) preferred.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication and customer-facing skills.
  • Ability to mentor others and work collaboratively across teams.
  • Proactive, flexible and driven to improve systems and service performance.
  • Willing and able to travel internationally and work flexible hours when required.
  • Full UK driving licence and valid passport with no travel restrictions.
  • Must be eligible to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).

This role would be commutable from Manchester, Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Warrington and other surrounding areas.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: April 27th, 2026