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MechaTech Systems design, manufacture and maintain award-winning High Vacuum Systems and Freeze Dryers. 

We employ a team of experienced and dedicated engineers: design, mechanical, electrical and service engineers and office staff. We are a hardworking, friendly team and our people are our most highly valued asset.

MechaTech Systems are Recruiting Now!

We currently have one staff vacancy

Last updated: March 2026

1. SYSTEMS SERVICE ENGINEER

Location: Thornbury, Bristol BS35 3UR 
Contract: Full-time, Permanent 
Reports to: General Manager 

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Company Overview: MechaTech Systems Ltd are UK specialists in the design, manufacture and support of High Vacuum Systems and Freeze Dryers.  Based near Bristol, we serve across a variety of sectors including nuclear and decommissioning, pharma and defence. 

SYSTEMS SERVICE ENGINEER REQUIRED:

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Duties will include: 

  • Deliver services for specialist process equipment, including vacuum degassing and drying systems, gas sampling and particulate collection units, and nuclear monitoring systems 

  • Perform planned maintenance and breakdown support 

  • Troubleshoot faults across EC&I, mechanical and vacuum systems 

  • Ensure safety compliance with site protocols and regulations 

  • Communicate technical findings, provide recommendations and produce clear service reports 

  • Support internal engineering, system builds, testing, commissioning and technical schematic reviews 

  • Provide field feedback for design enhancements 

  • Travel across the UK for servicing, undertaking overnight stays when required to support our nationwide customer base  

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Skills & Experience: 

  • Good technical foundation with ability to apply and develop hands-on skills across engineering environments  

  • Practical understanding of electrical, control and instrumentation systems 

  • Experience with vacuum or gas applications (e.g., compressors, instrumentation, pressure monitoring) 

  • Strong fault-finding aptitude 

  • Knowledge of high-vacuum systems 

  • Eligibility to develop into an SQEP (Suitably Qualified & Experienced Person) for nuclear work (training provided) 

  • Excellent communication skills 

  • Full, clean UK driving licence 

  • Willingness to travel and work away from home 

  • Exposure or experience in regulated industries is desirable (nuclear, aerospace, pharma, defence, etc.)  

  • Existing SC/CTC security clearance desirable or the ability to obtain  

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Compensation & Benefits: 

  • Competitive salary (depending on experience) 

  • Full technical and nuclear systems training, including SQEP competence development

  • Fleet vehicle, tools and equipment provided 

  • Pension and benefits package

  • Career development opportunities in a growing specialist organisation

  • Sociable hours – Monday to Thursday 8:00 to 16:30 and 15:00 finish on a Friday  

  • Allocated paid breaks  

Apply Today: 
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to: 
enquiries@mechatechsystems.co.uk

Systems Service Engineer
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