Precision Mechanical Fitter – Aviation & Defense Assembly

Fluid Transfer International; Stroud; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Company pension

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Discount & Wellbeing Portal

Electric Car Scheme

Job summary

Fluid Transfer International is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our engineering team in Stroud, UK. You will produce company products to exacting standards from detailed drawings and written instructions, with opportunities to earn overtime.

The role requires interpreting drawings, using hand and power tools, and assembling mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic components. We offer a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Solid engineering background with relevant industry experience.
• Proficient in interpreting drawings and sub-assemblies.
• Competent use of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical circuitry.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Team player, able to work independently.
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available).
• Experience in vehicle fabricating/fitting.
• Background in aviation, military, marine, or similar industries.
• Able to read electrical circuit drawings.

Responsibilities

• Execute engineering duties including sub-assembly production fitting and final assembly operations.
• Assemble mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic components and sub-assemblies.
• Produce and build fabricated assemblies of varying size and complexity.
• Marking out and cutting materials.
• Folding and pipe bending.
• Weld joint preparation.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic system installation.
• Verify complete assemblies for alignment, dimensions, and quality standards.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain responsibility for personal safety and the safety of colleagues.
• Co mp ly with all safety rules and supervisor instructions.

Skills

Engineering background

Interpreting drawings

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic & hydraulic circuitry

Electrical circuitry

Attention to detail

Team player

Right to work in UK

Vehicle fabricating/fitting

Aviation/military/marine background

Read electrical drawings

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical schematics

Job description

Fluid Transfer International is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our engineering team in Stroud, UK. You will produce company products to exacting standards from detailed drawings and written instructions, with opportunities to earn overtime.

The role requires interpreting drawings, using hand and power tools, and assembling mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic components. We offer a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.