Mechanical Technician

Syntech Recruitment Ltd; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join their team. The role involves building prototypes, designing technical drawings, and collaborating in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have an HND in engineering, experience in product assembly, and strong CAD skills, particularly with SolidWorks. This company offers generous benefits including pension contributions and life assurance.

Benefits

6.51% employer pension contribution

Life assurance at three times your salary

Comprehensive holiday package

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product assembly and component prototyping.
• Exceptional CAD skills, ideally with SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with basic machine shop processes, including CNC milling and turning.

Responsibilities

• Build prototypes and refine CAD models.
• Design and produce technical and assembly drawings.
• Assemble and test prototypes for quality assurance.

Skills

Product assembly experience

CAD skills

Collaborative team spirit

Education

HND or equivalent in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CorelDraw

Microsoft Dynamics

SAP Business One

Job description

My client is a global leader in crafting high-quality engineering equipment. Their products empower customers in over 1,500 institutions across more than 100 countries. They are committed to putting their employees first, and now, they are looking for a passionate Mechanical Technician to join the innovative team.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Dynamic Collaboration: Work alongside brilliant mechanical, electrical, software, and electronic engineers. Together, you'll support a wide array of existing world-class products and drive the development of new ones.
• Endless Variety: Embrace daily challenges in our high-tech environment as you help supply innovative products to clients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bring ideas to life by building prototypes and crafting and refining CAD models.
• Design and produce technical and assembly drawings.
• Construct and modify Bills of Materials (BOMs) with detailed parts, raw materials, and routing information.
• Assemble and rigorously test prototypes, ensuring top-notch quality and functionality.

The Essentials:

• An HND or equivalent in an engineering-based subject.
• Proven experience in product assembly and component prototyping.
• Strong understanding of BOMs and their hierarchy.
• Exceptional CAD skills, ideally with SolidWorks.
• A collaborative team spirit and experience working in groups.
• Familiarity with basic machine shop processes, including CNC milling and turning, sheet metal, and fabrication.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience with CorelDraw.
• MRP knowledge, including Microsoft Dynamics and SAP Business One.
• Understanding of 3D printing design and operations.
• Knowledge of post-process treatments.
• Machine shop safety certification.
• CITY AND GUILDS certification in pipework and brazing or equivalent.
• Basic data processing and spreadsheet skills.

Company Benefits:

• A generous 6.51% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance at three times your salary
• Comprehensive holiday package
• Free parking