Mechanical Service Engineer

Job Description:

We have a new vacancy for a Mechanical Service Engineer.

About CMbE

CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE) designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance metal forming and finishing machinery for the production of beverage, food, and aerosol cans.  With our commitment to innovation and precision engineering, it is an exciting time to join our business. CMbE offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry.

Your mission in CMbE

We have a new vacancy for a Mechanical Service Engineer to join our Service team, delivering high-quality support to customers across a range of sites. This is a hands-on role involving the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of equipment, ensuring performance and reliability standards are consistently met.

The main purpose of this role is to take responsibility for service activities on customer sites, working both independently and alongside colleagues when required. You will carry out technical fault finding, support commissioning activities, complete all associated documentation, and ensure customers are kept fully informed. You will also play a key role in identifying opportunities for machine upgrades and improvements.

The successful candidate will be apprentice trained in an engineering discipline and hold a minimum NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). An HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering is desirable.

You should have strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and be confident in reading engineering drawings and schematics. Experience in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of industrial machinery is essential.

The successful candidate will have experience in a mechanical fitting, maintenance, or field service engineering role, including working on customer sites, responding to breakdowns, and carrying out planned maintenance. A full UK driving licence is required, along with a willingness to travel and stay away from home when needed.

About you
We are looking for a self-motivated and dependable individual who can work independently and take ownership of service activities. You should demonstrate a strong customer focus, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to build effective working relationships with customers and colleagues. You should be adaptable, resilient, and able to manage your workload effectively while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and documentation.

What CMbE Offers You

• The opportunity to build a career in a multi-cultural environment
• To be rewarded fairly and promoted based on merit and performance  
• Professional and personal development through training and work experiences 
• Strong engagement and commitment to the safety of our employees

Join us and become part of an international team of professionals across the Crown packaging group who are passionate about precision engineering, can making machinery and sustainable packaging!