Mechanical & Electrical Site Installation Engineer

Futures are looking for an experienced Mechanical & Electrical Site Installation Engineer to join a growing engineering team responsible for the installation, assembly, testing, and commissioning of complex electrical and mechanical equipment across customer sites throughout the UK and Europe.

This is a hands-on role suited to a practical engineer who enjoys working in varied environments, solving technical challenges, and delivering high-quality installations. The successful candidate will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider project team, with the flexibility to travel extensively and support customer requirements when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out the installation, assembly, fitting, and commissioning of electrical and mechanical equipment at customer sites throughout the UK and Europe.
• Support workshop-based pre-assembly and equipment preparation activities prior to site deployment.
• Interpret and work from mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
• Assemble components, sub-assemblies, and associated equipment to precise engineering specifications.
• Conduct testing, inspection, and fault-finding activities to ensure equipment performs to required operational standards.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve installation and commissioning issues encountered on site.
• Work collaboratively with engineering and project teams to overcome technical and logistical challenges.
• Operate workshop machinery, power tools, and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health, safety, and quality procedures.
• Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach when working on client sites, acting as a positive representative of the business.
• Complete site documentation and provide accurate feedback on project progress and technical issues.
• Remain up to date with relevant industry standards, legislation, and engineering best practices.
• Support project delivery requirements, including occasional evening, weekend, and unsociable working hours where necessary.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience working within a mechanical and electrical engineering environment.
• Demonstrable experience carrying out site-based installation, fitting, assembly, or commissioning activities.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with practical hands-on engineering skills.
• Apprentice-trained or qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience using workshop equipment, power tools, and hand tools safely.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding capabilities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively throughout the UK and Europe.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.

Desirable

• Experience of commissioning industrial electrical or mechanical equipment.
• Previous field service, installation, or site engineering experience.
• Knowledge of low-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems.
• Relevant site certifications such as ECS, CSCS, IPAF, PASMA, or equivalent.
• Experience working within manufacturing, power, utilities, infrastructure, or industrial engineering sectors.