Irrigation Engineer

Irrigation Engineer
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Salary: £37,000 – £40,000 depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate who can demonstrate strong technical capability and relevant industry experience

About the Role
Barker Ross is recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist in mechanised irrigation and water management. They are seeking a hands-on Irrigation Engineer to join their growing team. This is a practical, varied role—not a repetitive maintenance position.

You will work on large-scale irrigation equipment, including:

• Irrigation booms and hose reels
• Pumps and pumping systems
• Hydraulic systems
• Diesel-driven equipment
• Electrical control systems, automation, sensors, and controls

The role combines hands-on work with technical problem-solving, both in the workshop and occasionally on customer sites. You’ll work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair mechanised irrigation systems
• Diagnose faults on pumps, motors, valves, hydraulic systems, diesel drives, sensors, and control systems
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Identify improvements to reliability, efficiency, and system performance
• Maintain accurate service and project records

About You

• Strong practical ability and broad technical mindset
• Experience as an Irrigation Engineer, Agricultural Engineer, Multi-Skilled Engineer, Pump Engineer, or similar
• Knowledge of hydraulics, diesel engines, pumps, electrical control systems, automation, sensors, or manufacturing equipment is advantageous
• Enjoys practical engineering and problem-solving
• Works independently and takes ownership
• Communicates effectively with customers and colleagues
• Organised, reliable, and eager to develop specialist engineering knowledge
• Full UK driving license required

What’s On Offer

• £37,000 – £40,000 salary depending on experience, with flexibility for exceptional candidates
• Varied, technically interesting work
• Mix of workshop and field-based engineering
• Opportunity to develop specialist expertise in mechanised irrigation and water management
• Supportive, experienced team environment
• Long-term career opportunities within an established specialist business

Apply Now
Send your CV to marielaanastassova@barkerross.co.uk or click APPLY NOW.

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