MECHANICAL BUILD ENGINEER / MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY ENGINEER

ARCA Consulting Ltd; Long Ashton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCA Consulting Ltd in Bristol is seeking a Mechanical Build Engineer / Mechanical Assembly Technician to lead hands-on assembly of precision sub-assemblies and full simulator systems. You will work closely with engineering teams to ensure builds meet exacting standards and tolerances.

The role requires travelling to customer sites across the UK and internationally, performing installations and maintenance while documenting processes and maintaining high quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical assembly, working to high precision and tight tolerances.
• Ability to interpret and follow detailed work instructions.
• Strong collaboration with engineering and design teams.
• Comfortable working in small teams and independently.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively in the UK and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Assemble precision mechanical sub-assemblies and integrate them into complete simulator systems.
• Follow detailed build instructions and deliver high-quality, reliable assemblies.
• Carry out installations, modifications, and maintenance at customer sites worldwide.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to resolve build challenges and provide feedback.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date build and installation documentation.
• Ensure the workshop is safe, organised, and maintained to a professional standard.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Precision engineering

Interpret build instructions

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent workload management

Full UK driving licence

Willingness to travel

Job description

Mechanical Build Engineer / Mechanical Assembly Technician / Installation – Bristol

ARCA is partnered with a rapidly scaling, high‑tech business seeking to expand its mechanical engineering team by hiring an experienced and enthusiastic Mechanical Build Engineer / Mechanical Assembly Technician.

The successful candidate will have experience working in a highly productive assembly environment and a strong background as a Mechanical Assembly Technician.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high‑technology business.

The Role

As a Mechanical Build Engineer, you will be responsible for the hands‑on assembly of precision sub‑assemblies and full simulator systems. Working closely with engineering and design teams, you will ensure each build meets exacting standards and tight tolerances. A key part of the role will involve working away from home, delivering simulator installations and maintenance at customer sites both in the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble precision mechanical sub‑assemblies and integrate them into complete simulator systems.
• Follow detailed build instructions and deliver high‑quality, reliable assemblies.
• Carry out installations, modifications, and maintenance at customer sites worldwide.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to resolve build challenges and provide feedback.
• Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date build and installation documentation.
• Ensure the workshop is safe, organised, and maintained to a professional standard.

What We’re Looking For

• Highly motivated and committed to delivering outstanding workmanship.
• A self‑starter who can manage your own workload.
• Flexible and enthusiastic about travelling and working away from home.
• Professional, with a positive attitude when representing the company on‑site.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in mechanical assembly, working to high precision and tight tolerances.
• Ability to interpret and follow detailed work instructions.
• Strong collaboration skills, particularly with engineering and design teams.
• Comfortable working in small teams as well as independently.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively in the UK and internationally.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with composites
• Metrology experience