Mechanical Fitter/Field Engineer

Our client specialises in the design and manufacture of process machinery for the pharmaceutical industry.

We are seeking hard-working and capable mechanical engineers to join our team as a fitter, to undertake factory machine assembly and subsequent site installation / servicing.

Job Overview:

• Mechanical assembly of full machines (large mechanical machines, varying degrees of complexity and customisation)
• Mechanical assembly of sub-assemblies (e.g. gearboxes, chain drives, leadscrews, bearing housings, etching logos and serial numbers)
• Working to mechanical engineering drawings and specs
• Fault finding, troubleshooting, maintenance and problem solving
• Basic use of tool-room machinery such as drills, saws, lathes and mills etc
• Completion of inspection and quality documents post-assembly
• Packing and crating of machines upon completion
• Field Service work (both domestic and international)

Skills & Qualifications:

• Preferably NVQ / BTEC / HNC / HND (or similar) in engineering related discipline
• Significant weighting given to time-served apprentices
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing and technical / industrial environments
• Preferable: basic electrical knowledge for cable runs and basic pneumatics etc
• Preferable: Driving licence
• Preferable: Forklift licence
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and consistently meet completion deadlines
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently
• Willingness to apply extra effort if required to meet project/team goals
• Note: role includes site work including installation and commissioning of machines (both domestic and international travel).

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday: 8 am to 16:30 pm.

Overtime (available as and when needed)

Experience:

• machine assembly / mechanical fitting: 3 years (preferred)
• field service: 3 years (preferred)