Mechanical Pipe Fitter

Mechanical Pipe Fitter – TÜV SÜD

TÜV SÜD is a global leader in testing, inspection, certification, and product certification, renowned for quality, integrity and technical excellence. As a hands‑on mechanical engineer, you will join our flow measurement laboratory to install, assemble and maintain flow meters and pipework, ensuring precise workmanship and safe laboratory practices.

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• Assemble, fit and install pipelines, flow meters and associated mechanical components to engineering drawings and specifications.
  
• Install flow meters within laboratory test setups; support test runs and functional checks.
  
• Perform routine and reactive maintenance to keep mechanical equipment and rigs operating reliably and efficiently.
  
• Work closely with engineers and technicians to develop and improve mechanical systems and pipework for lab testing applications.
  
• Conduct inspections, pressure/leak tests and functional checks on assemblies, pipework and meters; complete test/inspection records.
  
• Follow company procedures and all Health, Safety & Environmental requirements; maintain a clean, organised laboratory workspace.
  
• Contribute to continuous improvement to enhance reliability, quality and efficiency.
  
• Accurately document all work, including maintenance logs and inspection reports.
  

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• Time‑served apprenticeship and/or formal qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds) in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
  
• Proven experience as a pipefitter/mechanical engineer in an engineering or laboratory/test environment.
  
• Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings, P&IDs and technical documents.
  
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, valves, fittings, tools and assembly techniques.
  
• High attention to detail with excellent fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills.
  
• Able to work independently and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team with a proactive, can‑do approach.
  
• Good communication skills and a sound understanding of Health & Safety in an engineering/lab context.
  

Competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan, a non‑contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme, salary exchange/sacrifice schemes, incentive schemes, and comprehensive wellbeing support. Employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent homeworking, a Company Car/Car Allowance, and Private Medical Insurance.

Company: TUV SUD Limited
Job title: Mechanical Pipe Fitter
Location: East Kilbride, United Kingdom
Working model: Field Work
Employment type: Full time / regular
Requisition ID: 1675
Work area: Manufacturing, Consumer Products & Food
Country/Region: United Kingdom