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Installation Engineer

Coventry
4 weeks ago
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Location: Coventry-based (working mainly in the Midlands, with occasional UK-wide travel)

Hours: Monday -Friday (Apply online only)

Salary: up to £38,000

Elevation People Solutions are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a specialist engineering services provider. Due to continued growth and increasing project demand, we are seeking an experienced Industrial Installations Engineer to join their Coventry-based team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across diverse industries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install compressed air systems, including advanced piping solutions for manufacturing and industrial sectors, industrial gas, and process cooling systems and pipework.

  • Work with various pipework materials including threaded steel, aluminium systems, copper piping, and stainless steel including threaded steel, aluminium, copper, and stainless steel.

  • Fit specialist equipment for compressed air, nitrogen, and chilled water systems in industrial environments.

  • Collaborate with colleagues on large-scale industrial installations or operate independently on smaller service projects with team members or work independently depending on the project size.

  • Travel primarily across the Midlands to customer manufacturing sites, with some national installation projects requiring overnight stays (fully expensed) across the Midlands, with some national projects requiring overnight stays.

  • Ensure all mechanical installations meet strict safety, quality, and compliance standards in line with health and safety regulations is completed to high safety and quality standards in fast-paced environments.

    Candidate Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Pipefitter, Installations Engineer, or Mechanical Engineer in industrial or commercial environments in mechanical installations or pipework fitting.

  • A positive, proactive attitude with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work unsupervised and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

  • Adaptability to work both indoors and outdoors on manufacturing, food and beverage, or aerospace sites to indoor and outdoor work settings.

  • Strong attention to detail and high-quality workmanship, with efficient mechanical fitting capabilities to detail and pride in workmanship.

  • Commitment to site safety, including adherence to Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards and PPE requirements and following EH&S protocols.

  • CSCS SkillCard, IPAF (MEWP) Licence, and PASMA Certification (desirable).

  • Full, clean UK driving license (essential).

    Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.

  • 20 days Holiday plus bank Holidays

  • Opportunities for career progression and skill development.

  • All travel expenses covered + overnight bonus where applicable.

  • Variety in day-to-day work and exposure to multiple industry sectors.

  • Supportive, friendly team environment

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