Mechanical Engineer
We are working with a company who specialise in creating spectacular bespoke showcase products for a range of different clients. They showcase mechanical parts, demonstrating the precision and craftsmanship behind hydraulic valves, generators, engines, and plane turbines.
They are looking for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join the team and play a significant part in developing the engineering capability of the operations.
Job Responsibilities
- Carefully strip down mechanical parts, ensuring no damage and preserving each component's integrity
- Document each part's disassembly process, creating detailed catalogues to ensure accurate reassembly
- Work closely with the polishing and painting department to prepare parts for display
- Collaborate with fabricators to design stands and crates for the exhibition, ensuring secure and attractive displays
- After exhibitions, accurately reassemble mechanical parts to their original state for further use or display
- Ensure all work meets the highest standards of quality and precision
- Working with CAD files to review technical drawings to produce information and work plans
Person Specification
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- Experience: Proven experience in mechanical engineering, particularly with disassembly and reassembly of complex mechanical systems
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems, engines, generators, and wind turbines is a plus
- Experience of working with CAD software
- Experience in working with abrasives and disc abrading
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to create detailed and accurate documentation
- Proficient in using mechanical tools and equipment
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Forklift driver or First Aider would be useful but not essential
Hours of Work, Pay, and Benefits
- Up to £41,000
- 40-hour week with opportunity for overtime
- Monday to Friday
- 07:30am to 04:30pm
- Expenses paid if working on-site
- Company pension
- On-site parking