Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) - Braintree - Day Shift - Full time - 50k (DOE) We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Braintree. This is a full time, permanent opportunity offering long-term stability, annual pay increases, bonus opportunities, and the chance to work within a close-knit engineering team. This role would suit an experienced mechanical maintenance professional who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and learning bespoke machinery. The RoleWorking alongside the on-site Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the planned preventative maintenance and upkeep of all ancillary plant and production equipment. The environment is physical, industrial, and demanding, working with graphite-based materials, so resilience and a strong work ethic are essential. Most of the machinery is bespoke and purpose-built, therefore a willingness adapt is key. Key ResponsibilitiesPlanned preventative maintenance on ancillary plant equipment including Scales, Stitchers and CompressorsMechanical fault-finding and breakdown supportWorking at height from gantries and access platformsHealth and safety inspections and compliance checksMaintenance and upkeep of the forklift fleetSupporting continuous improvement and reliability of plant equipmentWorking collaboratively within a 13-person engineering and production teamThe Ideal CandidateProven mechanical maintenance engineering backgroundStro