Mechanical Workshop Engineer

Pioneer Selection; Hastings; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BUPA Private Medical Insurance

Discretionary company bonus

Pension contribution matched up to 10%

Birthday off

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Pioneer Selection is seeking a Workshop Mechanical Engineer for Hastings, East Sussex. The role covers mechanical workshop activities, repairs and maintenance to support manufacturing operations, with duties based on technical drawings and tight tolerances.

It is a hands-on, team-based position in a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will join a small engineering team, work to deadlines, and contribute to quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering or workshop engineering experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, interpret and work accurately from technical drawings.
• Experience producing or repairing components to tight tolerances and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical workshop activities, repairs, and maintenance to support the manufacturing operation.
• Produce components from technical drawings and specifications to required tolerances.
• Work as part of a small engineering team and meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality and safety.

Skills

Reading drawings

Mechanical experience

Quality standards

5S knowledge

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification

Tools

CNC machining

Injection moulding machinery

Job description

WORKSHOP MECHANICAL ENGINEER Job Title - Workshop Mechanical EngineerLocation - Hastings, East SussexSalary - £43,700 per annumShift - 6am–2pm, 8am–4pm or 2pm–10pmHours - 40 hours per weekJob Role of the Workshop Mechanical Engineer

A fantastic opportunity which is not to be missed by a strong Workshop Mechanical Engineer has come to the forefront. This is a great opportunity for any engineer looking to work within an established manufacturing environment and develop their career both technically and professionally.

The site operates a range of manufacturing processes, including PVC injection moulding and extrusion, alongside associated production machinery, compressed air systems and cooling water systems.

You will be responsible for carrying out mechanical workshop activities, repairs, maintenance and the production of components to support the manufacturing operation. You will be working from technical drawings and specifications, ensuring all work is completed accurately and to the required tolerances.

This is a hands‑on role working as part of a small engineering team, where you will be expected to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and safety.

Sector – Manufacturing

Non‑Negotiable Requirements of the Workshop Mechanical Engineer

• Mechanical engineering or workshop engineering experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, interpret and work accurately from technical drawings.
• Experience producing or repairing components to tight tolerances and specifications.

Desirable Requirements for the Workshop Mechanical Engineer

• Experience with CNC machining.
• Experience working with injection moulding or extrusion machinery.
• Experience within a toolroom or engineering workshop environment.
• Knowledge of 5S.
• Experience working as a Mechanical Engineer in the UK.

The Workshop Mechanical Engineer will benefit from:

• Working for an established and successful manufacturing business.
• £43,700 salary.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Your birthday off.
• Pension contribution matched up to 10%.
• BUPA Private Medical Insurance.
• Discretionary company bonus.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Opportunities for future progression and involvement in projects.
• CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Stable, long‑term employment.