Business Details
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Skelmersdale
Walker Engineering has been delivering comprehensive engineering solutions across the UK for over three decades. Specialising in turnkey projects, structural steelwork, general fabrication, and pipework systems, we combine innovation with technical expertise to meet diverse client needs. Our dedicated team operates from purpose-built facilities in Skelmersdale, equipped with separate workshops for mild and stainless steel fabrication to prevent cross-contamination. With ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 accreditations, we maintain rigorous quality, environmental, and safety standards. Our project managers bring extensive experience in bespoke engineering, ensuring realistic planning and timely delivery.We serve sectors including food and beverage, chemical, power, and agriculture, offering end-to-end services from concept design to installation. As a family-run business, we prioritise client relationships and invest in continuous training for our skilled workforce. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through CE-marked steelwork and adherence to BS EN 1090-1 standards. Clients benefit from our 3D CAD capabilities, which enable precise cost estimation and efficient project execution. Recognised for problem-solving expertise, we deliver complex projects on time and within budget while maintaining open communication throughout the process.
Services
Turnkey Projects
Project Management
General Fabrication
Structural Steelwork
Pipework & Vessels
Maintenance & Installation
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of multi-market engineering experience
- Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures consistent standards
- Dedicated project managers with bespoke engineering expertise
- Separate fabrication facilities for mild and stainless steel
- Client-focused approach with transparent communication throughout projects
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- CHAS
- Safe Contractor
- Constructionline
What people say
Trusted, highly competent organisation
Clear communicators
Willing to provide solutions
Strong emphasis on health and safety
Competent and flexible
Services
Turnkey Projects
We deliver full engineering projects from concept design to installation. Our services include general arrangement drawings, fabrication, and mechanical/electrical integration. Clients benefit from single-point accountability and streamlined project execution across industrial sectors.
Structural Steelwork
We provide structural steel solutions including portal frames, staircases, and access platforms. Our CE-marked steelwork meets BS EN 1090-1 standards. Projects range from commercial buildings to specialist industrial structures requiring precise engineering.
General Fabrication
Our fabrication services handle complex projects using mild and stainless steel. Separate workshops prevent contamination. We produce bespoke components like pumping skids and architectural metalwork while maintaining strict quality controls.
Pipework & Vessels
We design and install pipework systems for food, chemical, and power sectors. Services include pressure vessel fabrication to PD5500 standards and coded welding compliant with BSEN and ASME specifications.
Maintenance & Installation
We offer planned preventative and reactive maintenance for industrial equipment. Services include PLC programming, control panel upgrades, and plant asset management to extend equipment lifespan and minimise downtime.
People
Andy Walker
Managing Director
Andy leads Walker Engineering with strategic vision, leveraging decades of industry experience to drive business growth while maintaining family values and engineering excellence.
Sarah Walker
Operations Director
Sarah oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient project delivery across multiple sectors while maintaining quality standards and client satisfaction.
Paul Capstick
Health & Safety Manager
Paul ensures compliance with safety regulations across all projects, implementing rigorous protocols to protect workers and maintain industry-leading safety records.
Andy Ritson
General Manager
Andy manages overall business operations, coordinating teams to deliver complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
Peter Grimshaw
Quality Manager/Welding Coordinator
Peter maintains quality standards through rigorous inspection processes and oversees welding operations to ensure compliance with international certification requirements.
Questions
What engineering sectors do you work in?
We serve food and beverage, chemical, power, agriculture, and construction sectors with tailored engineering solutions.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environment), and ISO 45001 (health and safety) certifications.
Can you handle complete project management?
Yes, we offer full turnkey project management from initial design through to final installation and commissioning.
Do you work outside the North West?
While based in Skelmersdale, we operate UK-wide for mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering projects.
How do you ensure fabrication quality?
We maintain separate workshops for mild and stainless steel, use 3D CAD for precision, and follow CE marking standards.
What maintenance services do you offer?
We provide planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and asset management services for industrial equipment.
