Mechanical Engineering Technician

Aerotron Avotec; Viewpark; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

30 days holiday entitlement

Flexi-time

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Aerotron Avotec Ltd is an aircraft component maintenance company based in Uddingston, Glasgow area. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician for an on-site role with progression opportunities within the company.

The successful candidate will repair precision components, read technical drawings, and work to aviation industry regulations. A HNC in Mechanical Engineering and strong problem solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience in mechanical or hydraulic engineering.
• Ability to read technical drawings and associated information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair precision mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components using company tooling.
• Detail findings and reports to meet aviation industry regulations and QMS.
• Ensure work is completed and documented per procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Work with minimal supervision using technical data to complete repairs.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical/hydraulic eng

Reading technical drawings

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Planning and organising

Problem solving

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Technician

Location: This on-site role is an immediate requirement, located at 6 Kilmartin Pl, Uddingston, Glasgow G71 5PH.

Salary: £36,000 DOE. Company Pension Scheme, 30 days holiday entitlement per year and further benefits available including flexi-time and a generous bonus scheme.

Contract: Full time, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

Aerotron Avotec Ltd is an aircraft component maintenance company working in the civilian and military aviation sectors.

Based in Uddingston, the company specialises in the repair and overhaul of Electrical & Mechanical components for the aerospace industry.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to forward their career in the aviation sector, the successful applicant has the opportunity to further progress within the company and expand their technical expertise and education through our learning partnerships.

The Mechanical Engineering Technician role involves:

• The repair of precision mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components including disassembly, inspection, fault-finding, build and test utilising company provided tooling and equipment.
• Detailed reporting of shop findings to meet the requirements of aviation industry regulations and the company Quality Management System.
• Ensuring work is completed and documented in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Working with minimum supervision utilising technical data to complete repairs.

Essential Experience & Skills Required:

• Relevant hands-on, bench-work, experience in Mechanical or Hydraulic Engineering, 2 years minimum.
• Expected as a minimum to have a HNC in Mechanical Engineering or similar field.
• You must have the ability to read technical drawings and associated information.
• Be able to show versatility in quickly absorbing information combined with well-rounded experience.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to plan and organise workload to accommodate changing requirements.
• Have the ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.