Mechanical Engineer

Kinetic Plc; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Pension

Private Healthcare

Career progression

Job summary

Kinetic Plc is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a close-knit team building high-quality bespoke machinery. This hands-on role focuses on assembling and testing complete systems, bringing complex machinery together to exacting standards.

With 8+ years in engineering, you will read drawings, work with pneumatics, and contribute to a culture of quality and progression into supervisory roles within a growing business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in machine build, mechanical fitting or machinery assembly.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of pneumatic systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• High standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Positive, team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly and build of bespoke machinery
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Working with pneumatics, cylinders, slides and pressure regulators
• Machine build, installation and mechanical testing
• Fault finding and problem solving during assembly
• Using hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment
• Ensuring exceptional quality, accuracy and attention to detail

Skills

Engineering drawings reading

Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Tools

CNC knowledge

Job description

Experienced Mechanical Engineer

£37,440 (OTE £42K+ Bonus + Pension + Private Healthcare + Career Progression to Supervisor!)

Join a growing and successful machinery manufacturer where you'll work on varied and interesting projects, be recognised for your contribution and have genuine opportunities to progress into a supervisory role!

We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a friendly, close-knit engineering team building high-quality bespoke machinery. This is a highly hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys bringing complex machinery together to the highest standards of fit, finish and performance.

The Role as Mechanical Engineer:

• Mechanical assembly and build of bespoke machinery
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Working with pneumatics, cylinders, slides and pressure regulators
• Machine build, installation and mechanical testing
• Fault finding and problem solving during assembly
• Using hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment
• Ensuring exceptional quality, accuracy and attention to detail

What we are looking for in the Mechanical Engineer:

• Proven experience in machine build, mechanical fitting or machinery assembly
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings
• Good understanding of pneumatic systems
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• High standards of workmanship and attention to detail
• Positive, team-focused attitude
• Conventional machining or CNC knowledge advantageous
• Ideally 8+ years' relevant engineering experience

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a stable, growing business that values quality, craftsmanship and long-term career development.