Technical Engineer

Job description

Why Join Siddall and Hilton? Siddall & Hilton have been manufacturing in Brighouse since 1895, and today we're the UK's leading manufacturer of welded wire mesh panels. We're looking for a hands-on, curious Technical Engineer to learn from our most experienced people, capture decades of specialist know-how before they retire, and turn it into the standards the whole team works to. It's a role with real breadth — hands-on fault-finding and machine optimisation one day, building the technical knowledge library and coaching the next. If you're a mechanical engineer who loves getting to the root of a problem and leaving things better and more repeatable than you found them, this is a rare chance to make a role your own. What You'll Be Doing? £38,000 - £42,000 per annum depending on experience - Full-time I Brighouse, West Yorkshire - 42.5 hours per week - Annualised hours - Closing date: 11th September 2026 Troubleshoot production issues and support operators, minimising technical downtime Investigate defects and get to the real cause rather than the symptom Fine-tune machinery for stable output, quality and repeatable performance Support Production Technicians through complex set-ups, changeovers and start-ups Identify and improve machine changeover and set-up best practice Make sure tooling, consumables and circulating parts are specified, serviceable and ready when needed Capture specialist knowledge and turn it into clear guides, standards, training and a searchable knowledge library Drive continuous improvement using Lean and data, and trial practical engineering modifications through proper change control Deliver hands-on training for Production Technicians and Engineering trainees, working safely at all times What We’re Looking For A strong ability to absorb and retain technical knowledge — this role is built around learning from experienced colleagues and remembering what you’re shown Experience supporting an industrial manufacturing environment, with strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Hands-on experience of machine changeover and set-up Excellent teamworking, training and communication skills Good digital familiarity and accurate record-keeping, plus health & safety awareness A mechanical or manufacturing apprenticeship (or equivalent hands-on experience), and GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent Nice to have Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles Hands-on tool and machine-tool experience, welding / wire mesh manufacture, or an FLT counterbalance licence About you Customer-focused, driven and dependable, with real personal integrity. A natural at analysis and sound decision-making, teamwork, and helping others perform. Adaptable and open to new technology, with a continuous-improvement mindset. Ideally, curious about automation and AI — always spotting and suggesting better ways of working. What's in it for you Competitive pay, £38,000 - £42,000 per annum depending on experience 34 days' paid leave, inclusive of bank holidays (carry over up to 5 days for extra flexibility) Industry-leading salary-sacrifice pension scheme, helping you grow your retirement savings while paying less tax Life assurance equivalent to 4x salary Paid charity volunteering day Long-service awards Employee referral scheme Pirkx platform with access to a broad range of discounts and offers Cycle to Work scheme Access to a free personal financial coach with Octopus Money Coach Free on-site parking, or a short walk from the train station Free on-site EV charging points Team garden space, canteen and games area On-site shower facilities and cycle shelter Employee Assistance Siddall & Hilton is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive workforce.