Why Work at Clarke

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Work-life flexibility

• Recognition and rewards

• Development and career opportunities

• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

Overhaul & Repair Engineer

Location: Knowsley, with extensive UK travel and occasional overseas requirements

Are you an experienced mechanical engineer with a passion for engine rebuilds and high‑quality technical workmanship? Clarke Energy is looking for an Overhaul & Repair Engineer to join our expert team, carrying out major overhauls and repairs on Jenbacher gas engines. This is a hands‑on role for a skilled professional who takes pride in precision engineering and wants to contribute to world‑class power generation performance.

 

About the Role

As an Overhaul & Repair Engineer, you will play a key role in the full mechanical overhaul and repair of reciprocating gas engines. Working both independently and as part of a dedicated workshop team, you'll ensure engines are restored to optimum condition in line with schedules, technical standards, and safety requirements.

Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on engine reliability for customers across the UK.

 

Key Responsibilities

Engine Overhaul & Repair

• Carry out mechanical rebuilds of reciprocating gas engines, including full strip‑down and reassembly
• Identify, assess and report faults discovered during disassembly and repair
• Request required parts from stock and ensure efficient use of components
• Complete all documentation accurately and on time, ensuring clear, traceable records

Teamwork & Supervision

• Work collaboratively as part of the Overhaul & Repair team
• Supervise semi‑skilled staff and apprentices involved in overhauls
• Maintain positive working relationships and contribute to a supportive workshop environment

Health, Safety & Environment

• Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and safe working practices
• Apply strong understanding of manual handling and workshop safety requirements
• Keep all work areas clean, tidy and compliant with internal standards

 

What We’re Looking For

Technical Skills

• High standard of engine knowledge and technical understanding
• Proven experience completing full engine rebuilds and major overhauls
• Strong appreciation of safe working practices

 

Personal Attributes

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Trustworthy, professional and reliable
• Hardworking, organised and able to manage workload independently
• Committed to producing work of the highest standard
• A good communicator with a positive, team‑focused approach
• A natural problem‑solver who thinks tasks through and takes responsibility

 

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Time‑served mechanical engineer or extensive engine rebuild experience
• Experience of major overhauls on reciprocating engines
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• On‑site experience carrying out in‑situ repairs or overhauls on reciprocating gas engines
• Background as an HGV mechanic, engine reconditioner, or heavy plant mechanic

 

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate
• 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Holiday buy and sell scheme (up to 5 additional days)
• 7% company pension contribution
• All tools and equipment provided and maintained to a high standard
• Comprehensive training programme on Jenbacher engines and systems delivered at our Liverpool Training Centre
• Opportunities to develop your engine rebuild expertise within a highly skilled overhaul team
• The backing of a respected, globally recognised energy solutions business with a strong culture of safety, technical excellence and continuous improvement

 

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a skilled engineer with a passion for precision engine work and want to be part of a respected global energy business, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

Clarke proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Clarke at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Clarke offers a comprehensive package with competitive salaries and a range of additional benefits.

Clarke is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, promote equal opportunities in every aspect of our process.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share
Trust – Go farther together
Pace – Focus to go faster
Excellence – Find the win every day