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)