Mechanical Engineer

Toolbox Solutions Management Consulting Ltd; Nelson; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in South Wales is seeking a mechanical engineer to support production and ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role offers competitive salary and opportunities for continuous training and development. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications and be proactive in their approach. Join a supportive team and contribute to engineering improvement projects for long-term progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Continuous training and development

Opportunities for long-term progression

Qualifications

• Must hold relevant mechanical engineering qualification (ONC/HNC, BTEC Level 3, or NVQ Level 3).
• Flexible schedule to accommodate a 3 shift pattern.
• Self-driven with a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maximize machine output in a fast-paced production environment.
• Provide engineering support across all manufacturing processes.
• Carry out mechanical repairs and full strip-downs of equipment.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Support TPM activities and engineering improvement projects.

Skills

Problem-solving

Proactive attitude

Machine output maximization

Fault-finding

Mechanical repairs

Flexibility to support team

Education

ONC/HNC, BTEC Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are looking to add a mechanical engineer to join our engineering team at our manufacturing site in South Wales. As a mechanical engineer, you will play a key role in supporting production, maximising machine uptime, and ensuring our fast-paced manufacturing environment runs smoothly.

This is a great opportunity for a mechanical engineer who enjoys varied work, problem-solving, and being part of a proactive engineering department. You'll work across a wide range of machinery, engineering projects, and continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities & Requirements as a mechanical engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Maximise machine output in a fast-paced production environment
• Provide engineering support across all manufacturing processes
• Fault-find/micro fault and carry out corrective actions on production equipment
• Carry out mechanical repairs, full strip-downs, and rebuilds
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Support TPM activities and engineering improvement projects
• Machine setting using precision tools to maintain product specification
• Complete sub-assembly preparation and tooling changes
• Carry out additional tasks as required by the Engineering Leadership Team

Requirements

• ONC/HNC, BTEC Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering
• Self-driven, proactive, with a can-do attitude
• Able to work on a 3 shift pattern (Monday to Friday, 8 hour shifts)
• Flexible approach to supporting the engineering team

Benefits as a mechanical engineer

• Competitive salary
• Continuous training and development
• Opportunity to work on engineering improvement projects
• Supportive team with long-term progression opportunities

If you're a mechanical engineer based in South Wales, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration to become a mechanical engineer