Function: Mechanical Engineering
Contact: James Tilley
Email: james.tilley@jonlee.co.uk
Job details
Resident Engineer – Darlington - Competitive salary with private medical, health cash plan, life assurance, income protection and 6% employer pension contribution.
- Full-time, permanent role on-site at a major engine manufacturing facility in Darlington
- Hands-on role maintaining and repairing advanced test and measurement equipment
- Ideal for engineers with automotive, electrical, or mechatronics backgrounds
The Company
A global leader in test systems and measurement technology, supporting the world’s top powertrain and vehicle manufacturers to develop cleaner, smarter, and more efficient solutions.
The Role
As a Resident Engineer, you’ll be the on-site technical lead, ensuring specialist test equipment is operating at its best. You’ll carry out fault diagnosis, repairs, calibration, and system support while keeping downtime to a minimum.
- Diagnose and repair test equipment faults on-site
- Support commissioning and ongoing operation of test systems
- Produce calibration records, technical reports, and risk assessments
- Log and escalate issues using specialist software tools
- Represent the company professionally, building strong customer relationships
About You
- HND or higher in mechatronics, automotive, or electrical engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- PLC knowledge advantageous
- Able to work independently under pressure
- Excellent communication skills, team player, flexible approach
- Full UK driving licence
Interested?:
If you're ready to embrace this exciting opportunity and make a meaningful impact in your field, don't wait-apply today to become the next Resident Engineer!
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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