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Mechanical Engineer - Darlington

We’re Hiring: Mechanical Engineer
Darlington
£40,000 – £43,000 + Benefits

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a prestigious Life Sciences contract in Darlington. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly regulated, technically advanced environment, maintaining critical infrastructure that supports cutting-edge scientific and research activities.

What you’ll be doing:
✔️ Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on mechanical and building services systems
✔️ Maintaining and repairing mechanical plant and associated equipment
✔️ Fault finding and ensuring the efficient operation of critical infrastructure
✔️ Managing maintenance tasks through the CAFM system and maintaining accurate records
✔️ Supporting statutory compliance and health & safety requirements
✔️ Supervising specialist subcontractors when required
✔️ Assisting with quotations, remedial works and minor projects
✔️ Supporting contractual KPIs and service delivery standards
✔️ Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

What we’re looking for:
• City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in a Mechanical Engineering discipline
• Experience within Facilities Management, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Data Centres or other critical environments
• Strong knowledge of mechanical plant and building services systems
• Proven experience carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of health & safety and statutory compliance requirements
• Strong communication and customer service skills

⭐ Desirable:
✔️ IOSH Managing Safely
✔️ Experience with CAFM systems
✔️ Knowledge of BMS systems
✔️ Experience with HVAC, water treatment, generators, UPS systems and associated infrastructure

What’s on offer:
£40,000 – £43,000 salary
Opportunity to work within a specialist Life Sciences environment
Excellent career progression opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
⚙️ Exposure to modern facilities and critical engineering systems
Permanent, stable position
Comprehensive benefits package

If you're a proactive Mechanical Engineer looking for your next challenge in a technically rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Please reply with an updated CV and copies of your qualifications for immediate consideration

Mechanical Engineer - Darlington

Darlington, UK
Full time

Published on 06/15/2026

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