Owen Daniels
Power Engineer
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
CHP Engineer
Competitive salary + Overtime + Company Vehicle + Benefits
We are currently working with a leading business within the energy and power generation sector, who are looking to add an experienced CHP Engineer to their growing UK team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with experience working on CHP, gas engines, generators or similar power generation equipment to join an established organisation and work on a variety of technically challenging projects across the UK.
About the Role
As a CHP Engineer, you will be responsible for the service, maintenance, fault-finding and commissioning of CHP systems at customer sites across the UK.
The role will involve:
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance on CHP units.
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults.
- Attending reactive breakdowns and emergency call-outs.
- Carrying out servicing, component replacement and major maintenance.
- Commissioning and recommissioning CHP units.
- Fault-finding across engines, generators, control systems and associated equipment.
- Using diagnostic equipment and electrical/mechanical drawings to identify faults.
- Completing service reports and technical documentation.
- Working directly with customers to ensure equipment is operating reliably and efficiently.
- Supporting major engine overhauls and refurbishment projects.
- Working closely with the wider technical team to resolve complex issues.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering background, ideally with experience working on CHP systems, gas engines, generators or industrial power generation equipment.
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience as a CHP Engineer, Generator Engineer, Engine Technician or similar.
- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
- Experience working with gas engines, generators or industrial engines.
- The ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Good diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
- A customer-focused approach.
- The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Flexibility to travel throughout the UK and stay away when required.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Overtime and call-out opportunities
- Company vehicle
- Company phone and laptop/tablet
- Manufacturer training and ongoing technical development
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
- Company pension
- Excellent career progression
- Opportunity to work on a wide range of CHP and power generation technology
- Full manufacturer support and training
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to develop their career within the CHP and wider energy sector, with a business that offers long-term stability, training and progression.
If you have experience working with CHP, gas engines, generators or similar equipment and are interested in finding out more, please get in touch.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London