Prototype & Production Mechanical Technician

Holt Engineering Ltd; Horsham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Engineering Ltd. in Horsham is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join a leading design and manufacturing business in the surveillance and defence sectors.

You will support prototype and production assembly of complex machines in a hands-on workshop environment. The role involves assembling, modifying, and supporting builds, working with Engineering and Production Control to resolve issues, and maintaining documentation and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline.
• At least three years’ experience in a similar Mechanical Technician, Mechanical Fitter or workshop-based engineering role.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or workshop environment; defence or MoD workshop experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble prototype and production machines in line with engineering drawings, procedures and quality requirements.
• Record build modifications accurately and complete change request documentation where required.
• Liaise with Production Control regarding incomplete kits and missing components.
• Modify existing components using hand tools and basic machine tools, including drills, lathes and mills.
• Manufacture simple brackets, mounting plates, tooling and other mechanical parts.
• Check completed work against engineering drawings, technical specifications and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with Engineering to resolve technical and assembly issues during the build process.
• Provide technical support to Mechanical Fitters when required.
• Ensure workshop equipment is maintained, safe to use and evaluated where necessary.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation in accordance with controlled processes and the Quality Manual.
• Follow all health and safety requirements, procedures and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organised workshop environment in line with good housekeeping and 6S standards.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Hand tools

Manual machine tools

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline

Tools

Drills

Measuring tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Job description

Holt Engineering Ltd. in Horsham is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join a leading design and manufacturing business in the surveillance and defence sectors.

You will support prototype and production assembly of complex machines in a hands-on workshop environment. The role involves assembling, modifying, and supporting builds, working with Engineering and Production Control to resolve issues, and maintaining documentation and quality standards.