HIU / Mechanical Engineer - District Heating

Location: King's Cross, London (Static Site) Salary: £52,000 + Unlimited Overtime (OTE £70,000+) + Package

The Opportunity

My client is a leading specialist in district heating and high-spec mechanical environments, and they are looking to recruit an experienced HIU / Mechanical Engineer for a flagship static site in King's Cross.

This is a rare opportunity to work in a high-tech, modern energy centre, supporting one of London's most advanced district heating networks. You'll be part of a true engineering environment-not just maintenance, but working with cutting-edge systems where quality, precision, and expertise are genuinely valued.

Essential Requirements

Strong experience working on HIUs (Heat Interface Units) Specific experience with Evinox HIU systems (highly desirable) Proven background in mechanical maintenance within commercial environments Experience working in plant rooms and on mechanical building services equipment Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Understanding of district heating systems (highly advantageous) Desirable

Experience within district heating or energy centres Relevant mechanical or building services qualifications Knowledge of BMS interaction with mechanical systems Package

£52,000 basic salary Unlimited overtime (OTE £70,000+) Static site in King's Cross Training and development opportunities Long-term career progression within a specialist and growing sector

The Role

Working on a static site, you will be responsible for the maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of Heat Interface Units (HIUs) and associated plant within a district heating network.

This role offers a great balance of stability, technical challenge, and earning potential through unlimited overtime.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair of HIUs across the site Strong focus on Evinox systems Working on district heating infrastructure and associated plant Mechanical maintenance within plant rooms, including pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and pipework Ensuring all systems operate efficiently and in line with compliance standards Supporting system optimisation and continuous improvement What Makes This Role Stand Out

Static role - no travel, based in a flagship King's Cross site Work within a high-tech district heating network using leading technologies Join a business that offers a proper engineering environment-not just reactive maintenance Unlimited overtime available - realistic earnings up to £70,000+ Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing, specialist sector

Career Prospects

My client is committed to developing engineers within the district heating sector, offering progression into:

Senior Engineer roles Specialist HIU / District Heating expert positions Supervisory or technical leadership roles If you're an engineer who takes pride in your work and wants to be part of a modern, forward-thinking engineering environment, this is an outstanding opportunity.

Please contact Russ Cleverley in confidence to discuss further