Mechanical Fitter in Manchester, Greater Manchester

Energy Jobline CVL; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy job board is seeking a mechanical fitter/engineer in Manchester. You will assemble scientific instruments, verify parts, and suggest engineering improvements. An engineering background, preferably in precision engineering, is essential. This role offers opportunities for regular overtime and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Company pension

Bonus scheme

Regular overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Engineering background required, preferably from automotive, aerospace, medical device or scientific instrument industry.
• Cleanroom experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex scientific instruments in a fast-paced manufacturing facility.
• Verify parts and assemble sub-assemblies to drawing standards.
• Identify potential engineering improvements.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Precision engineering

Education

Apprenticeship in mechanical or electrical engineering

ONC or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Scientific instruments are designed to support cutting edge research and must be manufactured to the highest quality and strict regulations.

Roles and Responsibilities

Our client is looking for a mechanical fitter/engineer to join their team to help build and assemble complex scientific instruments in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. This is a fantastic opportunity for a current fitter/engineer/apprentice that is looking to join a world-leading instrument manufacturer in a competitive and impactful sector.

As a Mechanical Fitter you will verify parts and assemble science instrumentation to drawing standards, combining components to construct complex sub-assemblies. The ability to assemble intricate parts to fine tolerances is a key attribute to this role – during the course of your work you will also be encouraged to identify potential engineering improvements as well as monitoring for non-compliance.

Qualifications

An engineering background e.g. an apprenticeship, ONC or equivalent in either mechanical or electrical engineering is essential. Excellent team and communication skills are a must. A background in precision engineering from the automotive, aerospace, medical device or scientific instrument industry would be beneficial; as would cleanroom experience.

Benefits

The company offer a friendly, collaborative and secure working environment in Manchester’s bustling Salford Quays. For those looking to further boost their earnings, regular overtime is available (1.25x on weekdays, 1.5x at weekends). You will also receive a generous holiday allowance, company pension, bonus scheme and more.

Application

If this sounds like the role for then apply now!

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