Generator Engineer (Mechanical Engineer)

Neos Recruitment Ltd
Biggleswade
12 hours ago
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Generator Engineer (Field Service Mechanical Engineer)

Location: UK (National travel required)


Travel: Frequent travel & overnight stays required.


Reporting to: Operations Manager


The Role

We are seeking an experienced Generator Engineer to support the maintenance, overhaul, and reliability of a fleet of reciprocating gas engine generator assets.


This is a field-based role working across the UK on generation facilities ranging from 100kW to 20MWe, with individual units up to 2.5MWe.


You will play a key role in ensuring maximum availability, efficiency, and performance of generation assets, working closely with operations and engineering teams.


Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned maintenance, servicing, and breakdown response on generation assets
  • Lead and support major engine overhauls
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults
  • Replace major components including

    • Cylinder heads
    • Pistons and liners
    • Turbochargers
    • Pumps and intercoolers


  • Support operations teams with technical guidance and training
  • Conduct emissions monitoring and performance optimisation
  • Assist with recommissioning of overhauled plant
  • Maintain accurate service records, reports, and documentation
  • Manage spares, stock levels, and parts ordering
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards (HSQE)
  • Supervise contractors where required
  • Participate in call-out rota for emergency breakdowns

Key Duties

  • Maintenance and repair of:

    • Gas engines
    • Pumps, motors, and auxiliary plant
    • Heat recovery systems
    • Electrical systems (LV, with HV exposure where trained)
    • Fault finding across mechanical, electrical, and control systems
    • Operation of HV switchgear (training provided if required)
    • Implementation of RAMS, permits to work, and safe systems of work
    • Supporting continuous improvement and reducing reliance on external contractors



About You
Essential Experience

  • Proven experience working on reciprocating engines / power generation equipment
  • Experience leading or supporting engine overhauls in a field-based role
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • Multi-skilled with mechanical and some electrical knowledge
  • Experience working with MWM / CAT / MTU engines (or similar)
  • Familiarity with control systems (12V DC - 415V AC)
  • Full UK driving licence

Desirable

  • Gas Safe certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Experience with CHP or gas engine systems
  • HV/LV electrical experience
  • Experience in energy, utilities, or industrial environments

Personal Attributes

  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Strong problem-solving ability
  • Good organisational and time management skills
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing workloads
  • Confident supervising and supporting others

What You'll Be Doing Day-to-Day

  • Managing your own workload and travel across multiple sites
  • Supporting site teams with technical expertise and escalation support
  • Delivering first-time fixes wherever possible
  • Ensuring assets remain operational, efficient, and compliant

Performance Measures

  • Successful completion of engine overhauls and repairs
  • High levels of asset availability and performance
  • Strong fault resolution and first-time fix rates
  • Accurate and detailed record keeping
  • Positive customer and stakeholder feedback

The Business

The company operates across gas utilisation, power generation, and energy solutions, with a focus on delivering safe, efficient, and high-performing generation assets.


Their goal is to build a sustainable and profitable energy business, driven by in-house expertise across:



  • Generation & CHP
  • Gas processing
  • Renewable energy
  • Energy storage


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