Lead Installation Engineer

hireful
Leicester
Clark Door designs, manufactures and installs specialist door systems for some of the most prestigious organisations across the world. From acoustic and fire rated doors to high security, temperature controlled and nuclear applications, our products protect people, assets and operations in some of the most complex environments on the planet. With over 100 years of engineering heritage and recent recognition through the King’s Award for Innovation, we continue to grow by solving difficult technical challenges better than anyone else.

We are looking for an experienced Industrial Door Lead Installation Engineer to join our Installation team. This role is ideal for a hands on engineer who enjoys leading work on site, working directly with customers and delivering high quality installations in demanding environments across the UK and overseas.

The Role

Reporting to the Subcontractor Manager, you will lead the mechanical installation of Clark Door products across customer sites. You will act as the senior engineer on site, ensuring installations are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards while representing Clark Door professionally at all times.

What you will be doing

  • Leading the installation of Clark Door products including personnel steel hinged doors, sliding doors and roller shutters in line with fire, acoustic and security specifications. Full product training will be provided.
  • Acting as the main point of contact on site, building strong customer relationships and providing clear progress updates.
  • Ensuring compliance with RAMS, company health and safety procedures and PPE requirements at all times.
  • Working closely with Technical Support to resolve site issues quickly and keep projects on programme.
  • Maintaining accurate daily site and quality records using the company management system and securing customer sign off.
  • Working in line with ISO 9001 quality procedures and company standards.
  • Taking responsibility for company vehicles, tools and equipment.
  • Surveying damaged doors and additional works and providing accurate information to support costing and manufacturing.
  • Planning daily site activities and providing briefings to assistant engineers and subcontractors.
  • Monitoring progress and adapting plans to minimise downtime and keep installations on track.
  • Supporting pre installation site visits and planning activities when required.
  • Mentoring and developing less experienced engineers.
  • Maintaining professional, ethical and commercially aware behaviours in line with company values.
  • This role may involve additional duties within the general scope of the position as reasonably required.

What we are looking for

  • Minimum three years experience installing, servicing and repairing industrial or specialist door systems such as roller shutters, sectional overhead doors and steel hinged doors.
  • Strong mechanical engineering skills with fault finding and problem solving capability.
  • CSCS card.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Strong communication, organisation and time management skills.
  • Flexible approach to working hours and travel.

Desirable:

  • NVQ Level 2 in Door, Gate and Shutter Systems, IPAF, PASMA, DHF safety certification, SSSTS or SMSTS, experience with coldstore or rapid rise doors, lifting operations experience, telehandler or slinger signaller certification.

Travel

The role is Midlands based with travel to customer sites across the UK. Work will be planned locally where possible, however regular working away during the week and occasional weekend work will be required. There will also be opportunities for overseas installation work.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Clark Door we believe in rewarding our team and supporting your growth. Here's what you can look forward to:

  • Career Development – Grow with us through structured training, development pathways, and clear career progression opportunities.
  • Generous Annual Leave – Enjoy 33 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays, to rest and recharge.
  • Birthday Off – Celebrate your special day with an extra day off, no annual leave required.
  • Loyalty Reward Scheme – Earn an additional day of annual leave after 3 and 5 years of continuous service, recognising your dedication.
  • Life Assurance – Peace of mind with life cover at 4x your basic salary.
  • Holiday Flexibility – Access our holiday purchase scheme to tailor your leave to your lifestyle.
  • Financial Benefits – Company pension contributions and employee discounts to support your financial wellbeing.
  • Family-Friendly Policies – Enhanced maternity and paternity leave designed to support you through life's big moments.
  • Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with our cycle-to-work scheme and benefit from additional store discounts.
  • Employee Referral Scheme – Recommend great people and earn bonuses through our referral rewards programme.
  • Sick Pay Support – Company-funded sick pay provides security when you need it most.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £18.50 per hour
Expected hours: 39 per week
Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Company pension
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay

Work Location: On the road

REF-227 326
Posted 2026-03-24

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