Mechanical Fitter

ReeVR; Wigston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid overtime

Company bonus scheme

Company pension

In-house training

Career progression

Early finish on a Friday

Job summary

ReeVR, a specialist engineering business in the UK, is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join the team working on precision machine tool assemblies. You will assemble, fit and test components and work from engineering drawings to tight tolerances.

You will benefit from in-house training, opportunities for progression and paid overtime. A full, valid driving licence is preferred as part of a varied, technically challenging role in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling mechanical equipment, ideally CNC machine tools or other precision machinery.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic or pressure-based fluid systems.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• An understanding of mechanical tolerances, alignment and inspection techniques.
• A methodical approach, excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• A full, valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Bench fitting and assembling linear and rotary axes, tooling and ancillary equipment.
• Assembling mechanical systems, including enclosures, tool stores and associated plant and equipment.
• Inspecting and aligning linear and rotary axes to ensure accuracy and performance.
• Using manual and digital inspection equipment to check alignment and tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, dimensions and geometric tolerances.
• Supporting fault-finding activities and resolving mechanical build issues.
• Working closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of quality and workmanship.

Skills

CNC machine tools

Reading drawings

Tolerances inspection

Problem solving

Teamwork

Driving licence

Tools

Inspection equipment

Hand scraping

Job description

Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking to work on precision-engineered machinery and complex mechanical assemblies?

We’re recruiting for a specialist engineering business that designs and manufactures advanced, multi-axis machine tools used in high-precision industrial applications. This is an excellent opportunity to join a technical team working on bespoke machinery, with opportunities for training, development and long-term career progression.

The company offers a supportive working environment, in-house training and the opportunity to develop your skills across a range of specialist equipment.

The Role

As a Mechanical Fitter, you’ll be responsible for the mechanical assembly, fitting and testing of precision machine tool components and assemblies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Bench fitting and assembling linear and rotary axes, tooling and ancillary equipment.

• Assembling mechanical systems, including enclosures, tool stores and associated plant and equipment.

• Inspecting and aligning linear and rotary axes to ensure accuracy and performance.

• Using manual and digital inspection equipment to check alignment and tolerances.

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, dimensions and geometric tolerances.

• Supporting fault-finding activities and resolving mechanical build issues.

• Working closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of quality and workmanship.

About You

We’re keen to hear from candidates with experience in mechanical fitting, machine assembly or precision engineering.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience assembling mechanical equipment, ideally CNC machine tools or other precision machinery.

• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic or pressure-based fluid systems.

• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

• An understanding of mechanical tolerances, alignment and inspection techniques.

• A methodical approach, excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.

• A full, valid driving licence.

Experience in hand scraping or fine adjustment of mechanical assemblies would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Candidates with varying levels of experience may be considered, including those looking to develop their skills into senior or lead-level positions.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Paid overtime.

• Company bonus scheme.

• Company pension.

• In-house training and ongoing development.

• Clear opportunities for career progression.

• Early finish on a Friday

• A varied, technically interesting role within a specialist engineering environment.

Interested?

If you’re a Mechanical Fitter who enjoys precision engineering, hands‑on assembly and working with specialist machinery, we’d love to hear from you.