Mechanical Assembly Technician (Technician Mechanic)

Baker Hughes Inc.; Montrose; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Private medical care

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Financial programs

Job summary

Join Baker Hughes in Montrose, UK as a Mechanical Fitter, responsible for the assembly and testing of subsea equipment in a busy manufacturing facility. You will read and interpret engineering drawings, fit components, and ensure adherence to HSE standards.

The role involves setting up assemblies, testing to procedures, and contributing to continuous improvement while working rotating shifts. Subsea experience is a plus, with a suitable apprenticeship or qualification expected to support your

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly, fitting, maintenance or manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Hold a recognised engineering qualification or completed a time-served apprenticeship; relevant experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Assemble subsea equipment and components from specifications and drawings.
• Set up finished assemblies and test according to routing and procedures.
• Record defects and issues in the Quality Management System.
• Display Stop Work Authority when safety requires it.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Practical problem solving

Apprenticeship

HSE awareness

Education

Engineering qualification/Apprenticeship

Job description

Mechanical Assembly Technician (Technician Mechanic)

Do you enjoy hands-on mechanical assembly and testing in a manufacturing environment?

Would you like to work on industry-leading subsea equipment that supports the global energy industry?

Partner with the best

Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving energy and industrial customers in more than 120 countries. Built on over a century of innovation, we provide advanced products, services, and digital solutions that support efficient, reliable, and lower-carbon energy operations. Our portfolio spans oilfield services and equipment, industrial technologies, turbomachinery, and energy transition solutions, helping customers meet the world's evolving energy needs through technology leadership, operational excellence, and a commitment to sustainability.

Our Oilfield Services & Equipment business provides intelligent technologies and equipment that help customers improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of their operations. By combining technical expertise, innovative solutions, and operational excellence, we support energy production worldwide while helping our customers achieve their performance objectives.

Fuel your passion

The Mechanical Fitter will develop manufacturing technology and realize new products and systems. Set up, monitor and operate various piece of equipment associated with the manufacturing facility requirements to undertake the Assembly and Test Sub-Sea equipment and where authorised, repair Baker Hughes Subsea Products together with ancillary equipment according to company and client procedures.

As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for:

• Providing support for assembly and testing of subsea equipment to ensure quality and Health Safety Environmental compliance.
• Assembling subsea equipment and components from specifications and drawings for customer requirements.
• Setting up finished Assemblies / Products and testing them in accordance with routing and Engineering Procedure.
• Engaging with Quality Management Systems to ensure recording of defects and errors in-line with company procedures.
• Displaying Baker Hughes Stop Work Authority where necessary to ensure the safety of all employees.
• Engaging with safety initiatives on site, especially HRO councils e.g. pressure safety / lifting.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have experience in a mechanical assembly, fitting, maintenance, or manufacturing environment .
• Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Hold a recognised engineering qualification or completed a time-served apprenticeship. Relevant industry experience will also be considered.
• Have a good understanding of HSE requirements and safe working practices.
• Have experience within Oil & Gas, Subsea, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, or similar industries. Subsea experience is preferred but not essential.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Full-time, permanent position based in Montrose, UK (Charleton Road, DD10 9EB). This position involves working rotating shifts to support business and operational requirements. Full details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

Join Us

Are you a hands-on mechanical professional who enjoys building and testing high-quality equipment? Join Baker Hughes and become part of a skilled team supporting the assembly, testing, and maintenance of industry-leading subsea technologies. Working from our Montrose facility, you'll play a key role in delivering safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that help power the global energy industry.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Technician Mechanic II