Workshop Engineer (Machinist)

Rubix UKII; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Deritend, part of the Rubix Group, seeks a skilled machinist to perform precision turning, milling and drilling to manufacture and repair mechanical assemblies. You will balance components, weld, grind and spray metals as required while following strict workflow procedures and safety policies.

The role requires high school qualifications with engineering apprenticeship pathways and hands-on training, emphasizing safe, accurate workmanship in a busy workshop.

Qualifications

• High school qualifications are required.
• Engineering apprentice pathways and on-the-job training are valued.
• Practical experience through on-the-job training is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform turning, milling and drilling on lathes, CNC machines and conventional machines to manufacture and repair mechanical assemblies.
• Ensure workflow procedures are followed and data is recorded for sizes and drawings.
• Balance mechanical assemblies using dynamic balancing equipment.
• Perform metal spraying techniques as needed and weld using MIG, TIG, torch or stick methods.
• Set up tool-post grinding, broaching and Babbitt bearing work.
• Adhere to all H&S policies and promote a culture of safe work practices.

Skills

High school qualifications

Engineering apprentice

On the job training

Job description

The Role

• Permanent
• Full Time

Deritend, part of the Rubix Group, was founded in 1898 and serves more than 3,500 customers in the UK and boasts a blue-chip client base that includes some of the largest manufacturers and best known brands in the world. We specialise in optimising asset performance, including motors, gear boxes, pumps, machining induction, condition monitoring and fabrication services.

Key Responsibilities

Main Tasks and Deliverables

• Perform conventional machining operations such as turning, milling and drilling using various lathes, CNC machines and conventional machines to manufacture and repair mechanical assemblies.
• Ensure workflow procedures are followed.
• Record all data necessary to produce and expected service and/or design results including sizes and illustrations.
• Balance mechanical assemblies using dynamic balancing equipment.
• Perform metal spraying techniques as needed.
• Understand materials and applications as required.
• Set up and perform tool-post grinding operations (e.g., precision surface facing), broaching procedures, and Babbitt bearing work.
• Perform various welding operations, including setup and use of MIG, TIG, torch and stick welders.
• Lift, tighten, adjust and/or secure heavy objects in order to perform work and/or to observe safety precautions.
• Use various hand-held and stationary power and non-power tools, including but not limited to band saw, belt sanders, hand grinders, files, etc.
• Ensure that all company H&S policies and procedures are followed to ensure the safety of yourself and your colleagues.
• Promote a culture of working safely as routine.

Skills And Experience

• High school qualifications
• Engineering apprentice
• On the job training