Mechanical Fitter

Dover; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Precision Components is looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join our team in Glasgow. This role involves preparing and assembling fluid-film bearings to specified standards while adhering to health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess an HNC in Mechanical Engineering, extensive experience as a mechanical fitter, and skills in interpreting engineering drawings and operating hand tools. We offer a competitive salary, productivity bonuses, and a supportive work environment focused on safety and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Pension

Life insurance

Productivity bonuses

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as an industrial mechanical fitter.
• Ability to prepare machined components for final assembly.
• Experience with safety regulations and maintaining a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and final dressing of bearings according to quality standards.
• Resolve assembly issues by collaborating with Production and Shift Managers.
• Support continuous improvement by addressing defects and implementing corrective actions.

Skills

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Proficiency with hand tools

Knowledge of precision machining processes

Education

HNC, SVQ/NVQ level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Working for Waukesha Bearings Ltd. as a Mechanical Fitter involves preparing, final dressing, and assembling fluid-film bearings according to specified standards and quality requirements.

You will be based at our site in Polmadie, Glasgow, where we design and manufacture hydrodynamic fluid-film bearings, active magnetic bearing systems, and seals for high-performance turbomachinery and industrial rotating equipment, primarily serving the oil & gas, power generation, marine, and industrial markets. We are part of Dover Precision Components, a subsidiary of Dover Corporation.

Annual Salary: For a rotating shift pattern of 2 weeks on early (6am) and 2 weeks on backshift (2pm), including an 18% shift premium, total earnings amount to £44,919.62, plus productivity bonuses, pension, and life insurance.

What You Will Bring

• HNC, SVQ/NVQ level 3 in Mechanical Engineering, or completion of a mechanical apprenticeship
• At least 5 years of experience as an industrial mechanical fitter post-apprenticeship
• Ability to interpret metric and imperial engineering drawings
• Experience in preparing machined components for final assembly
• Proficiency with hand tools, rotating equipment, air tools, gas torches, overhead cranes, manual handling, and slinging
• Knowledge of precision machining processes is advantageous

What You Will Do

• Perform assembly, final dressing, health & safety, and continuous improvement activities
• Ensure bearings meet quality standards at assembly
• Maintain a safe working environment by following health and safety regulations
• Collaborate with Production and Shift Managers to resolve assembly issues such as defects and material shortages
• Support continuous improvement by investigating and analyzing assembly issues to identify root causes and implementing corrective actions

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS

Part of Dover Corporation, a global leader delivering performance-critical solutions across various markets including oil & gas, power generation, marine, and industrial sectors. We design and manufacture mission-critical components to enable more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and operational efficiency.

OUR COMMITMENT

Dover Precision Components provides products and services that enhance performance, safety, and sustainability, including reducing carbon emissions and promoting clean energy. Our portfolio includes brands like Cook Compression, Waukesha Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls, with operations across the Americas, Europe, and China.

OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We focus on employee development through professional growth opportunities and foster a collaborative culture. Our comprehensive health and welfare programs support our team. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC #SWE