Mechanical Assembly Technician

Mechanical Assembly Technician

Are you a hands-on Technician / Engineer who takes pride in quality workmanship and getting things right first time?

We’re looking for a Mechanical Assembly Technician to assemble, test and inspect high-quality mechanical and electro-mechanical products. You’ll work from engineering drawings and specifications as part of a skilled, collaborative production team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Read and interpret drawings, assembly instructions and BOMs.
• Fit components including frames, pipework, pumps, valves and fabricated assemblies.
• Carry out drilling, tapping, cutting, fitting and bench assembly.
• Install, align and test mechanical components.
• Identify and report build issues, missing parts and quality concerns.
• Complete quality and traceability records accurately.
• Work to production schedules while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Support continuous improvement, 5S and waste reduction activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.

Ideal Skills & Experience

• Previous mechanical assembly or mechanical fitting experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Confident using hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment.
• Strong practical engineering skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to quality and a right-first-time approach.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good understanding of workshop health & safety.

Desirable: Experience with electro-mechanical assembly, hydraulics, pneumatics or pipework, testing/fault-finding, and an NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification.

Salary

£29,250 - £33,000

Hours

Monday to Friday (Flexi Time)

Benefits

• Enhanced Pension Contributions - Employer 6% , Employee 5%
• Life Assurance - 4 x annual salary
• Health Plan 
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Overtime available
• Flexi Time

If you could be interested in this fantastic Mechanical Assembly Technician opportunity, please apply and we'll be in touch to discuss further.