KBR, Inc

Mechanical/ Electrical Fitter

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Swindon, Wiltshire, England, GBR

In-Office

Mid level

Aerospace

The Role

Provide mechanical and electrical maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of pumps, compressors, generators and hydraulic and water-treatment systems. Inspect, report on and commission packaged and deployed equipment, supervise junior technicians, interpret schematics, and support MOD projects including occasional UK and overseas travel.

Summary Generated by Built In

Title:

Mechanical/ Electrical Fitter

About KBR and the Project

KBR Government Solutions delivers unique, fast-paced and challenging projects throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa – our clients include UK and overseas Governments with projects operating in defence, infrastructure, facilities management and construction sectors. The range of projects and programmes we work on are extremely diverse (varying from provision of “life support” services to the military to Portfolio, Programme & Project management to Consultancy services), resulting in a variety of work and a genuine claim that no two days are the same.

Your Role

We are seeking a Mechanical/Electrical Fitter to join our multi-disciplinary Maintenance Team. The successful candidate will report to the maintenance manager providing general mechanical & Electrical support to current and future UK MOD projects.

Role Responsibilities:

Perform all conventional aspects of mechanical & electrical technical support, including water, hydraulic and fuel.

Able to read, interpret and fault-find using electrical and electronic wiring diagrams and schematics.
Provide maintenance support work on packaged equipment, mainly for water treatment-related work.
Perform inspections on new equipment and condition reports on recovered equipment from deployment.
Plan, participate in, and report on equipment/system operation and be familiar of the water treatment chemicals.
Inspect, maintain and produce detailed inspection reports on the equipment and able to manage junior technician.
Supervise the interface between different packages of equipment to form a well-integrated complete system.
Demonstrate an understanding of chemical handling and treatment processes where applicable.
Provide technical guidance and support to junior technicians as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Multi-Skilled Engineering.
Proven experience in the maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment.
Experience working with pumps, compressors, generators, hydraulic systems and associated control equipment.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
Full UK driving licence.
Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas.
Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate UK Security Clearance.

Desirable:

Previous experience supporting MOD or defence-related equipment.
Water treatment equipment experience.
Knowledge of control systems and instrumentation.
Experience supervising or mentoring junior engineers or technicians.
Familiarity with deployed, field-based or containerised equipment systems.

The role is based full time on-site in Swindon.

Skills Required

NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3, or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical or Multi-Skilled Engineering.
Proven experience in maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment.
Experience working with pumps, compressors, generators, hydraulic systems and associated control equipment.
Ability to read, interpret and fault-find using electrical and electronic wiring diagrams and schematics.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
Full UK driving licence.
Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas.
Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate UK Security Clearance.
Previous experience supporting MOD or defence-related equipment.
Water treatment equipment experience and familiarity with water treatment chemicals.
Knowledge of control systems and instrumentation.
Experience supervising or mentoring junior engineers or technicians.
Familiarity with deployed, field-based or containerised equipment systems.

KBR, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
Flexible Benefits — Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.