Fabricator/ Welder

Wykes Engineering Ltd; Rushden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Rushden is looking for a skilled Fabricator/Welder to join its dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in welding and fabrication, alongside the ability to read technical drawings and maintain safety standards. The role involves fabricating components, performing welding tasks, and conducting quality checks to ensure high production standards. Competitive salary and benefits, including overtime rates and a supportive working environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime rates

Life Assurance

Employee Assistant programme

Company Health Benefit Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fabrication and welding.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and basic maths for measurements.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate components according to specifications.
• Perform welding tasks using various techniques.
• Conduct quality checks on finished products.

Skills

Fabrication

Welding

Technical drawing interpretation

Attention to detail

Tools

MMA

Mig welding equipment

Tig welding equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

We are seeking a skilled Fabricator/Welder to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in fabrication and welding. This role requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to interpret technical drawings, ensuring that all components are welded/fabricated and assembled to the highest standards.

Duties

• Fabricate components according to specifications and technical drawings.
• Perform welding tasks using MMA, Mig and Tig welding techniques, ensuring strong and durable joints.
• Assemble fabricated parts using both power tools and hand tools, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
• Conduct quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain a clean and organised workspace, ensuring that all equipment is properly stored and maintained.
• Collaborate with team members to improve production processes and resolve any fabrication issues that may arise.

Experience

• Proven experience in fabrication and welding, particularly within medium to heavy mild steel and stainless-steel products.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to use basic maths for measurements and calculations.
• Familiarity with various power tools and hand tools used in the fabrication process.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately.
• A commitment to maintaining safety standards within the workplace.

What Wykes Engineering can offer you…

• A competitive salary
• Overtime rates
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistant programme
• Company Health Benefit Scheme - Provided by Health Shield
• A supportive working environment, with a wide range of interesting projects.

If you are a dedicated professional looking to contribute your skills in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Fabricator/Welder.

The Company

Wykes Engineering Ltd is at the forefront of the green energy revolution, manufacturing a range of products for renewable power generation. Its expertise covers systems including anaerobic digestion, wind power, and solar. Wykes Engineering works in tandem with its sister company; RenEco Ltd, a circular green solutions company that uses its Technology. Wykes Engineering has developed the Chelveston Renewable Energy and Innovation Park to provide next generation renewable energy solutions.