RTT Production Engineer

Overview

Rapiscan Systems is a world leader in advanced detection technology, trusted by governments, ports, borders, and high‑security facilities worldwide. Our cutting‑edge X‑ray scanning solutions help combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and reliability, we empower our customers to detect threats and contraband with confidence.

Production Engineer will support Engineering activities in the development and testing of complex CT X‑Ray Inspection Machines. This is a hands‑on role which involves input to and the construction of engineering prototype systems and /or the upgrade of existing test systems. The role involves a high degree of hands‑on mechanical assembly and prototyping.

• To provide input to the mechanical construction and design of prototype CT X‑Ray inspection machines.
• To lead the assembly of prototype CT test machines.
• Execution of machine hardware modifications to assist the Engineering and Test functions with upgrading equipment under test.
• To assist Engineering and Test functions with the execution of product testing.
• Organisational help with the operational running of the product test environment including space planning, arranging / moving heavy equipment, test equipment storage, planning provision of key services such as power sources and communication lines.

• Extensive experience (5 years +) of shopfloor product assembly in a manufacturing organisation.
• Self‑motivated individual capable of independent working in a multi‑disciplined team.

• BTEC, NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Mechanics / Engineering.
• Excellent practical skills in assembly & modification of mechanical systems.
• Computer literate in key MS packages (Excel / Word / Outlook / Teams).
• Knowledge of high voltage systems an advantage.
• Fork lift trained an advantage.