Site Engineer

About Us

AESC is a global leader in battery technology, operating one of the UK’s most advanced EV battery manufacturing facilities in Sunderland. The site plays a key role in supporting sustainable energy and electric vehicle production, with major expansion plans underway to create one of Europe’s largest gigafactories.

Experienced Building Services / Mechanical Engineer required to join a global battery manufacturing organisation based in the Sunderland of England to support the operation of a large-scale mass manufacturing plant. This is a unique and rare opportunity to join one of the most exciting and advanced industrial developments in many years where new and emerging technologies will be adopted in support of the rapidly growing electric vehicle sector.

Core Role and Responsibilities :

• Responsibility for upkeep and management of primary building services including compressed air, chilled water and DI water plant, gas-fired steam boiler and LTHW plant, clean/dry room dehumidification and general HVAC plant, LEV and VOC extract systems, fire detection and suppression systems.
• Management of incoming utilities including water, natural gas and site drainage.
• Day to day upkeep and management of site mechanical services including development and implementation of full lifecycle preventative maintenance strategies and schedules
• Responsibility for development and implementation of safe working procedures in accordance with recognised industry standards and approved codes of practice including FMEA and Risk assessment
• Co-ordination, control and safe management of external contractors including contractor management
• Management of major breakdown incidents, restoration and corrective maintenance
• Preparation and control of annual Capex and Opex budgets

Additional Responsibilities :

• Preparation of mechanical services design specifications
• Implementation and ongoing management of Building and Energy Management Systems
• Project management and co-ordination including project budget preparation and cashflow management

Essential Qualifications and Experience :

• Bachelor’s Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Site / Building Services
• Demonstrable experience in a relevant site services or mechanical engineering role
• Knowledge of relevant Health, Safety and Environmental compliance requirements
• Strong PC skills including MS applications, MS Project and AutoCad / Revit or similar applications
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and presentation skills

Desirable (but not essential) requirements :

• Electrical Engineering experience including LV distribution and BMS system knowledge
• Knowledge and experience of ATEX, HAZOP, COMAH, LOLER, EPR, Legionella Management
• Experience of Fire Protection and Suppression systems
• Clean / Dry Room Production environment experience
• UK Driving licence holder

Due to the challenging nature of the new Gigafactory development, this role requires an autonomous, self-starter with the ability to lead from the front. The successful applicant will be an effective communicator with a flexible and adaptable mindset, capable of working as part of a team.