We are seeking a Senior Installations Engineer to help us redefine the music industry. elasticStage is building the world’s first on-demand vinyl and CD platform, unlocking physical music for the Digital Creator era. By 2030, there will be over 250 million music creators globally, most locked out of physical formats due to high minimum runs and operational complexity. elasticStage solves this through patented on-demand vinyl and CD manufacturing technology, powering a free-to-use platform where creators can produce and sell physical releases worldwide with no upfront costs or minimum quantities. And we are scaling fast:

• 100,000+ creators are using the product within our first year of commercialisation.
• Aiming for 20X growth by 2027.
• Partnerships with SoundCloud and Amuse (with more major partners to come!).
• Shipped to over 90 countries.
• 4.7★ on Trustpilot and Google.
• Recently raised new funding, bringing the total capital raised to £30M.
• Currently expanding our new King's Cross office.

As the Senior Installations Engineer, you will be responsible for installation, commissioning and testing of our proprietary production machinery with different technologies and complexities, i.e. from printing presses to automation systems, in our new manufacturing facility in Hemel Hempstead. This is a permanent, site-based, hands-on role where you will be part of the Installations Team who are building the future of our company. 

Responsibilities

• Hands-on mechanical and electrical assembly and installation of proprietary production machinery.
• Commissioning and testing of production systems to ensure seamless handover to the Operations team.
• Supervising third-party contractors who are undertaking installation work on site.
• Creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Installation Manuals, RAMS and supporting documentation.
• Installation and commissioning of building infrastructure systems that support the production machinery i.e. vacuum and compressed air systems, power supply and network systems.
• Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical, electrical and controls-related issues during installation and commissioning.
• Maintaining accurate as-built records, installation logs, and documenting deviations from design.
• Supporting integrated commissioning alongside the wider engineering team.
• Contributing to the refinement of installation procedures as the team grows.

Requirements

• Level 3 NVQ, BTEC, or City & Guilds in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronics Engineering or higher.
• Minimum 10 years relevant work experience as an installation engineer, service engineer, field engineer or maintenance engineer in automation, FMCG, automotive or manufacturing industries.
• Hands-on experience with installation, commissioning and testing of mechanical and electrical production equipment.
• Experience managing contractors on site.
• Experience with installing and maintaining building infrastructure systems, i.e. power, data, compressed air.
• Able to read and work from mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Working knowledge of machinery safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Troubleshooting mechanical or electrical faults independently and problem-solving.

Nice to Haves

• Certified electrician
• PLC fault-finding and programming experience

Benefits

What We Offer 

• Industry-Leading Salary Package: Enjoy a highly competitive salary package that rewards your expertise and hard work.
• Full training on our proprietary equipment alongside the core engineering team.
• Leadership responsibility over your work stream from day one.
• Generous Paid Holiday: Take advantage of 25 days of paid holiday to relax and recharge.
• Comprehensive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our robust pension scheme.
• Cutting-Edge Tech Office Environment: Work in a modern, tech-driven office environment equipped with the latest tools and technology.
• Free Snacks and Beverages: Enjoy free snacks and beverages to keep you energised throughout the day.
• Medical Insurance: Protect yourself with our comprehensive medical insurance plan.

Work Location

• This role will be 5 days onsite, working closely with teams at our production sites, with initial training at Elstree and long-term at other future production in Hemel Hempstead.