Workshop Engineer - CNC

Position:
Workshop Engineer

Location:

Manningtree, Essex

Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 per annum

Working Arrangement:
Site based

Employment Type:

Permanent

The Workshop Engineer position is required in Manningtree for our client, a specialist manufacturing business operating within the composites and engineering machinery sector. This is a hands-on role suited to a practical engineer who can maintain and repair workshop machinery, manufacture small components and tooling, and support the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will have a broad general engineering skill set, with experience using conventional machine tools such as lathes and milling machines. Previous experience working with composites is advantageous but not essential.

• Carrying out routine maintenance, servicing and repairs on workshop machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out practical repairs and adjustments to minimise equipment downtime.
• Operating conventional machine tools, including lathes and milling machines, to manufacture or modify small components.
• Fabricating small components and producing tooling to support workshop and production requirements.
• Using bandsaws, pillar drills, hand tools and other general workshop equipment safely and effectively.
• Taking accurate measurements using verniers, micrometers, depth gauges and other relevant measuring equipment.
• Supporting general workshop upkeep, equipment checks and the organisation of tools and work areas.
• Working closely with production and engineering colleagues to ensure machinery and equipment remain safe and operational.

• Practical, hands-on experience within a general engineering or manufacturing workshop.
• Experience using conventional lathes and milling machines.
• Ability to manufacture or modify small components and produce tooling as required.
• Experience maintaining, repairing or servicing machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Competent in the use of general workshop equipment, including bandsaws, pillar drills and hand tools.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment, including verniers and micrometers.
• Good practical problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a strong awareness of workshop health and safety.
• Experience with GRP or composite materials, pneumatic systems and structural adhesives would be advantageous but is not essential.

Salary of £34,000 - £36,000 per annum.

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Working hours:
  
  Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm.
• Site-based position.