Mechanical Technician

BAKER HUGHES; North Weston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy technology leader in the UK seeks a Mechanical Technician to build and assemble hydraulic control units. Responsibilities include mechanical assembly, testing, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Assembly and BTEC Level 3 or HNC in Engineering, along with strong communication and teamwork skills. Join a company committed to innovation in energy technology, making a significant impact on productivity and costs for clients.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically assemble hydraulic systems.
• Flush units to ensure hydraulic cleanliness.
• Fit and torque bolts in sequence to meet standards.
• Report quality issues using company procedures.
• Maintain health and safety standards in workshop.
• Complete tasks as directed by the Team Leader.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading mechanical schematics

Knowledge and use of hand tools

Simple pipe fitting

Testing and calibration

Mechanical knowledge of build processes

Teamwork skills

Clear communication

Commitment to company values

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Assembly

BTEC Level 3 or HNC in Engineering

Job description

Overview

As a Mechanical Technician, you are building and assembling electrical/hydraulic control units, testing small directional control valves, and performing automated flush and pressure testing. You are working to engineering diagrams and drawings, ensuring assemblies meet quality standards, prescribed costs, and agreed lead times.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically assembling hydraulic systems.
• Flushing units to ensure they are hydraulically clean.
• Fitting and torquing bolts in sequence to meet build standards.
• Feeding back quality issues using company procedures.
• Maintaining health and safety standards within the workshop.
• Carrying out any other tasks as specified by the Team Leader.

Qualifications

• Have the ability to carry out mechanical assembly.
• Have the capability to read mechanical schematics.
• Have good knowledge and use of hand tools.
• Have experience in simple pipe fitting.
• Have the ability to carry out testing and calibration on modules under guidance from test engineers.
• Have sound mechanical knowledge of build processes.
• Have strong teamwork skills and clear communication abilities.
• Have a commitment to promoting company values through leading behaviors.
• Have NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Assembly.
• Have BTEC Level 3 or HNC in Engineering.
• Have a results-oriented mindset with a proven track record.
• Have a willingness to learn and adapt.

About Baker Hughes

Baker Hughes is a global leader in energy technology, transforming the energy landscape through our cutting‑edge solutions and market‑leading business segments. With over a century of expertise and operations in more than 120 countries, we are driving the future of energy‑making it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet.

Our Industry & Energy Technology (IET) team provides industry‑leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production, and processing of energy. We help a diverse range of customers across the value chain to reduce operating costs and improve productivity. Our team plays an integral role by helping the business plan for the future.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.