Mechanical Fitter

CA Tech Talent; Taunton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Taunton is looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join their workshop team. The position involves assembling bespoke machinery, interpreting engineering drawings, and conducting quality checks in a busy production environment. The ideal candidate should have a recognized mechanical qualification and prior experience in assembly. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £38,000, a company pension scheme, and on-site parking. This is a full-time, stable position with no visa sponsorship available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Engineer required.
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings essential.
• Experience in an assembly environment is important.

Responsibilities

• Assemble machinery and components to engineering specifications.
• Fit mechanical components during assembly.
• Install hydraulic and pneumatic systems in machines.
• Conduct quality checks and maintain workspace safety.

Skills

Reading mechanical drawings

Using hand tools

Using power tools

Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics

Education

Recognised mechanical qualification

Job description

Up to £38k DOE | Full-time, On-site | Taunton

A well-established and growing engineering business based in the South West is looking to expand its workshop team. The organisation designs and builds special purpose machinery for a varied customer base and is recognised for its strong engineering standards, investment in quality, and supportive team culture.

The Role

This is a hands-on opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join a busy production environment. The role focuses on the build and assembly of bespoke machinery, working from detailed engineering drawings and contributing directly to the delivery of high-quality, precision-engineered equipment.

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Fitter

• Assemble special purpose machinery and sub-assemblies to engineering drawings and specifications
• Fit mechanical components including bearings, gears, and taper lock pulleys
• Install pneumatic and hydraulic pipework as part of machine builds
• Carry out quality checks and maintain a safe, organised working environment

Requirements of the Mechanical Fitter

• Time-served Mechanical Fitter or Engineer with a recognised mechanical qualification
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
• Experience working with hand tools and power tools in an assembly environment
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics, with fabrication experience advantageous

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 to £38,000 depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Full-time, on-site role offering long term stability

If you are a skilled Mechanical Fitter seeking a stable, on-site role within a specialist engineering environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring future sponsorship.