Mechanical Technician

TipTopJob; Chester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

TipTopJob in Chester is seeking a Mechanical Technician for our specialist engineering and manufacturing environment focused on automated and process systems assembly and integration.

The role suits hands-on technicians with experience in precision mechanical assemblies, engineering drawings, and high-accuracy measurement equipment, including breakdowns, repairs and troubleshooting. Training in mechanical fitting or tooling complements this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly and fitting of complex machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and documentation.
• Experience using precision measurement and metrology equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical assembly and integration on complex equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings and assembly documentation.
• Prepare materials, components, tools and equipment before starting assemblies.
• Assemble, adjust, align and position components to specifications and tolerances.
• Use precision metrology equipment to verify dimensions and alignment.
• Record assembly progress and measurements accurately.
• Follow quality, health & safety and environmental procedures; apply 5S and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Mechanical fitting

Reading drawings

Precision alignment

Metrology knowledge

Education

Mechanical vocational training/HNC or HND

Tools

Laser trackers

Interferometry equipment

Precision measurement tools

Job description

Location: Chester

Salary: Negotiable Depending on Experience

Job Type: Permanent

Overview

• We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Technician to join our clients specialist engineering and manufacturing environment focused on the assembly and integration of advanced automated and process systems.


• This is a hands:on role suited to a mechanically skilled technician who has experience working with precision mechanical assemblies, engineering drawings, high:accuracy measurement equipment and complex machinery including breakdown, repairs and troubleshooting.


• You will be involved in the mechanical activities including adjustment, alignment and integration of advanced equipment, ensuring assemblies are completed safely, accurately and to the required quality standards.


• The role would suit candidates with backgrounds such as Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Assembly Technician, Precision Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Technician, Machine Assembly Technician, Mechanical Integration Technician or Metrology Technician.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical assembly and integration activities on complex automated and process equipment.


• Interpret engineering drawings, mechanical blueprints and assembly documentation.


• Prepare the required materials, components, tools and equipment before commencing assembly activities.


• Assemble, adjust, align and position mechanical components to required specifications and tolerances.


• Use precision measurement and metrology equipment to verify dimensions, alignment and positional accuracy.


• Use equipment such as laser trackers, interferometry systems or similar high:precision measurement technology.


• Measure and assess characteristics including straightness, positioning, angularity and alignment.


• Carry out mechanical adjustments to achieve the required accuracy and performance.


• Assemble and tighten bolted joints in accordance with the relevant technical procedures and specifications.


• Work with mechanical, pneumatic and, where required, electrical systems as part of the wider equipment integration process.


• Identify and report technical issues that may affect the assembly, quality or delivery of the equipment.


• Record assembly progress, issues and measurements accurately and clearly.


• Work in accordance with company quality, health and safety and environmental procedures.


• Apply 5S and continuous improvement principles within the assembly environment.


• Care for and correctly use all tools, equipment and measurement systems.


• Contribute ideas to improve assembly methods, processes and equipment.


• Support the sharing of technical knowledge and best practice across the wider engineering and assembly teams.

What We Are Looking For

• The ideal candidate will have experience in a precision mechanical assembly, mechanical fitting, machine building, equipment installation or mechanical integration environment.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience in mechanical assembly, mechanical fitting or the integration of complex machinery.


• Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings, blueprints and technical documentation.


• Experience using precision measurement and metrology equipment.


• Proven experience with laser trackers, interferometry or comparable high:accuracy measurement systems.


• Experience measuring and assessing straightness, positioning, angularity and alignment.


• Experience carrying out mechanical adjustment and precision alignment activities.


• Mechanical vocational training, apprenticeship, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Desirable Experience

• Knowledge of pneumatic systems.


• Basic knowledge of electrical systems.


• Experience working with automated machinery, process systems, special:purpose machinery or advanced manufacturing equipment.


• Experience with torque:controlled assembly and the tightening of bolted join