Engineering​/Manufacturing Technician – Rotating Machinery

Position: Engineering/ Manufacturing Technician – Rotating Machinery
Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for an Engineering / Manufacturing Technician – Rotating Machinery on 6 month rolling contracts based in Warwickshire.

Role Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Technician to support the manufacturing of high-performance rotary power units. This role combines hands-on technical assembly with engineering support responsibilities, ensuring products are built to specification, quality standards, and Lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and driven by continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

· Read and interpret technical drawings and standardized work instructions.

· Build and Assemble rotor components including shafts, laminations, cores, windings, bearings, and housings according to engineering specifications.

· Perform gas brazing and induction brazing of copper components, ensuring proper joint integrity, alignment, and quality standards

· Perform precision measurements using micrometres, callipers, dial indicators, and other inspection tools.

· Balance and align rotors to ensure proper function, minimal vibration, and high performance.

· Conduct in-process and final quality inspections to meet company and customer standards.

· Identify and eliminate waste in the production process using Lean thinking principles.

· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, 5S activities, and team problem-solving efforts.

· Maintain accurate production documentation and adhere to safety procedures.

Requirements:

* Experience as an Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Technician

* Background in rotating machinery such as motors, generators, turbines, or similar

* Hands-on brazing experience (gas or induction)

* Strong understanding of precision assembly and inspection

* Detail-focused with pride in workmanship

* Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working to procedures

* Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time