Mechanical Assembly Technician

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: 16.64 per hour, increasing with experience

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Hours: 40 hours per week

We are looking for a Mechanical Assembly Technician to join an established business within the powered access and MEWP industry.

This is a hands-on role working on prototype and development machines, assembling mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components and helping bring new products from design through to working machines.

The Role

• Assemble prototype and development machines.
• Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical assembly.
• Work from engineering drawings and technical instructions.
• Use hand and power tools to complete assembly work.
• Identify and resolve build issues.
• Support engineers with new product development and design changes.
• Provide practical feedback to improve products.
• Assist with testing and development of new equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly, engineering or manufacturing.
• A relevant engineering qualification or apprenticeship is preferred.
• Practical experience with mechanical, hydraulic and/or electrical systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Confident use of hand and power tools.
• Good practical problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience within plant, powered access, agricultural machinery, heavy machinery, vehicles or similar engineering environments would be advantageous.

Benefits

• 16.64 per hour, increasing with experience.
• Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
• Overtime opportunities.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• 5% contributory pension.
• Healthcare cashback scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Premium-rate overtime.
• Free on-site parking.
• Training and career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on new and innovative powered access equipment.

This is a great opportunity for a Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Assembler, Engineering Technician or Assembly Technician looking for a varied, hands-on role within product development.