Mechanical Engineer

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

About this Position

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a vital role in our engineering and maintenance team. You’ll focus on day-to-day hands-on maintenance and repairs while supporting all aspects of site engineering.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll work in compliance with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) system requirements.

Your contributions will ensure the smooth operation of the site and compliance with COMAH regulations.

What you´ll do:

• Perform effective preventive and reactive maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Conduct inspection and testing of equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing enhancements.
• Work closely with suppliers and contractors to maintain high standards of quality and safety.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and lead maintenance improvement activities.
• Assist with mechanical engineering projects, including design and equipment selection.
• Complete training provided by the company (e.g., Confined Space, FLT, MEWP, COMPEX).
• Support the Plant Manager and, following training, take on the role of Emergency Response Coordinator.
• Develop and execute improvement plans for mechanical systems.

What makes you a good fit:

• HND or degree qualified in mechanical engineering (or equivalent), with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a relevant role.
• Comfortable working directly with mechanical systems and troubleshooting issues.
• Open to taking on relevant training and developing new skills.
• Understanding of COMAH site operations and maintenance systems is desirable.
• Able to identify problems and implement effective solutions.
• Flexible, communicative, and able to lead by example.

Some perks of joining Henkel:

• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs.
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks.
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
• Performance bonus / incentives.
• Competitive Pension & Life Assurance - Company contributes up to 10% of basic salary.
• Annual Leave: 27 days plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Celebration vouchers.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.