Assembly Technician

Recruit Engineering; Denham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Strong benefits package

Full training on assembly processes

Progression opportunities

Long-term stability

Job summary

Recruit Engineering is seeking an Assembly Technician for its Denham site. You will assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies from engineering drawings, using hand tools and jigs to meet strict quality standards.

You will read build plans, check materials and measurements, and record progress and any non-conformances. The role offers a Monday-Thursday 08:00-17:00, Friday 08:00-12:00 schedule with overtime and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Experience with hand tools, jigs and measuring equipment.
• Attention to detail and a strong focus on quality.
• Understanding of health and safety and COSHH requirements.
• SAP experience or a mechanical apprenticeship would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions and build plans.
• Check materials, fixtures and threads before assembly.
• Use engineering jigs, specialised tooling and hand tools.
• Measure components with rulers, calipers and micrometers.
• Record work in progress and non-conformances; log in SAP.

Skills

Manufacturing/assembly background

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Assembly Technician

Denham | £37,000 | Permanent | Days

A globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Denham is looking to recruit an Assembly Technician to join its manufacturing team.

The role involves assembling components and sub-assemblies used within aviation safety systems. You'll work from engineering drawings, using hand tools, jigs and measuring equipment to complete each assembly to the required quality and safety standards.

What you'll be doing

• Assembling a range of mechanical components and sub-assemblies
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, work instructions and build plans
• Checking materials, fixtures and threads before assembly
• Using engineering jigs, specialist tooling and hand tools
• Measuring components using rulers, calipers and micrometers
• Carrying out self-inspection and recording any non-conformances
• Following defined SOPs, process specifications and quality procedures
• Recording work in progress, component locations and rejected parts using SAP
• Monitoring tools and equipment and reporting any faults or damage
• Supporting 5S and continuous improvement activity within the department
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area

What you'll need

• Manufacturing, assembly or engineering background
• Experience working from engineering drawings and written instructions
• Familiarity with engineering hand tools, jigs and basic measuring equipment
• Good attention to detail and a consistent approach to quality
• Basic understanding of health and safety and COSHH requirements
• Basic IT skillsGCSE grades 9-5 or equivalent
• Experience with riveting, pipe bending, swaging, adhesives or composite materials would be useful but is not essential.
• SAP experience or a mechanical apprenticeship would also be beneficial.

What's on offer

• £37,000 per annum
• Days: 08:00-17:00 Monday to Thursday / 08:00-12:00 Friday
• Overtime available
• Strong benefits package
• Full training on relevant assembly processes
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Long-term stability with more than a decade of secured contracts

This is a permanent opportunity within a respected aerospace manufacturer, carrying out detailed assembly work on safety-critical products where accuracy, quality and traceability are essential.