Senior Technician - Machine Shop

Teledyne Qioptiq; St Asaph; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Teledyne Qioptiq is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in St Asaph, Wales. The role involves operating CNC machines and ensuring quality standards in the production of precision components.

The ideal candidate will have mechanical engineering qualifications and experience in NC machining. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering Technical Certification required.
• Experience of NC machining – setting and running.
• Understanding of health and safety in the workshop.

Responsabilités

• Operate CNC machines in a fully functioning Machine Shop.
• Set up relevant machinery for production of precision components.
• Read and interpret complex design drawings.

Connaissances

NC machining

Mechanical Engineering Technical Certification

Health and Safety

Flexibility

Formation

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Mechanical Engineering Qualification

Description du poste

Job Description

Qioptiq Ltd. (an Excelitas company) designs and manufactures market leading optronic solutions for Defence & Aerospace applications. Key markets include head up displays for commercial airliners, helmet mounted displays for 4th & 5th generation fast jet platforms, night vision for the dismounted soldier, and advanced electro‑optics for airborne, maritime and vehicle platforms.

Company Overview

Qioptiq has a world‑renowned reputation for the highest standards of business integrity, customer service, product quality and cutting‑edge innovation.

Job Outline

This exciting new opportunity is located on the North Wales site for a Mechanical Design Engineer. The successful candidate will be part of a strong engineering team and will be responsible for the design of mechanical solutions in line with business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines in a fully functioning Machine Shop.
• Set up relevant machinery to ensure efficient production of precision components within correct dimensions suitable for further processing.
• Read and interpret complex design drawings.
• Ensure health and safety is adhered to and maintained within the workshop.
• Improve ways of working in the machine shop to reach greater productivity.
• Satisfy required quality and operating standards throughout each stage of manufacture to achieve optimum quality.
• Instruct other employees in the operation of machinery and processes and assist other personnel in the department.
• Clean and maintain equipment and work area in accordance with the operator’s maintenance schedule and required departmental standards.
• Support business needs by operating across the whole department as required and fully participate in ongoing process/business improvement programmes.
• Plan and produce one‑off type components and special project work which is outside the average production level of work.

Personal Specification

• Mechanical Engineering Technical Certification.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Mechanical Engineering Qualification or demonstrated experience.
• Experience of NC machining – setting and running.
• Understanding of health and safety in the workshop.
• Candidate flexibility may be required.