Aerospace Coil Winder: Precision Mechanical Assembly

Holt Engineering; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Engineering in Yeovil is seeking a Skilled Mechanical Coil Winder to join our aerospace manufacturing operation. You will assemble, wind coils, and test components to exact engineering drawings and specifications in a safety‑critical environment.

The ideal candidate will read and follow instructions precisely, work with designers and engineers, and demonstrate a strong commitment to quality, health and safety, and continuous improvement in a fast paced production setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience of mechanical fitting applications, particularly coil winding.
• Manufacturing experience, with aerospace experience particularly relevant.
• An understanding of the importance of safety-critical manufacturing.
• Ability to read and accurately follow engineering and manufacturing instructions.
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety requirements.
• Good teamwork, flexibility and initiative.
• Basic PC literacy.
• Experience working within a customer-focused, target-driven environment.
• An Engineering Apprenticeship would be desirable but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Producing components and assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings and instructions.
• Manufacturing electrical coils and windings safely, accurately and efficiently.
• Mechanical fitting and testing of Life Support and Environmental Control Systems equipment.
• Working to production drawings, specifications, work instructions and quality standards.
• Carrying out Operator Control of Quality (OCQ), confirming assemblies meet required customer and quality standards.
• Ensuring work is completed on time and to the required standard.
• Following company processes, procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Working collaboratively with Designers, Engineers and the wider production team.
• Supporting continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Coil winding

Mechanical fitting

Aerospace manufacturing

Reading engineering drawings

Health & Safety

Teamwork

PC literacy

Customer-focused

Lean manufacturing

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship (desirable)

Job description

Holt Engineering in Yeovil is seeking a Skilled Mechanical Coil Winder to join our aerospace manufacturing operation. You will assemble, wind coils, and test components to exact engineering drawings and specifications in a safety‑critical environment.

The ideal candidate will read and follow instructions precisely, work with designers and engineers, and demonstrate a strong commitment to quality, health and safety, and continuous improvement in a fast paced production setting.