Equipment Engineer
Summary
the pitchJoin our team as an Equipment Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in improving safety, reliability, and performance of our equipment. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and enhancing equipment, producing and maintaining technical documentation, managing engineering projects, testing and optimizing designs, providing technical support, and coordinating procurement and supplier relationships. This position is based in Burscough, with the option for flexible remote work.
Role
posted by companyMain Purpose of the Job:
The role of Equipment Engineer is there to assist the Plant Department and the wider BSL operations team with any technical administrative queries which have a direct impact on the Health and Safety, Environmental, Quality and Commercial output of our projects.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Design, Develop & Improve Equipment – Assist and eventually lead the creation, modification, and enhancement of equipment to improve safety, reliability, and performance.
- Produce & Maintain Technical Documentation - Create, update, and control engineering drawings, specifications, and design packs for all equipment modifications and projects.
- Manage Engineering Projects - Plan, coordinate, and deliver engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring safety, schedule, and cost requirements are met.
- Test, Analyse & Optimise Designs - Conduct testing, analyse data, and implement design changes or recommendations to ensure equipment performs reliably in all operating conditions.
- Provide Breakdown & Technical Support – Assist maintenance and site teams with fault diagnosis, problem‑solving, and breakdown response to minimise downtime.
- Procurement & Supplier/Stakeholder Coordination - Identify, source, and procure components from approved suppliers, and collaborate with internal/external stakeholders to resolve technical and operational issues.
- Support Operational Systems & Administration - Maintain accurate engineering administration (timesheets, check sheets, job numbers), and support ongoing development and improvement of plant hire systems.
Physical Working Environment:
Burscough but with a flexible working from home with agreement from Plant Manager.
Key responsibilities
- Assist and eventually lead the creation, modification, and enhancement of equipment to improve safety, reliability, and performance.
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring safety, schedule, and cost requirements are met.
- Conduct testing, analyse data, and implement design changes or recommendations to ensure equipment performs reliably in all operating conditions.