Workshop Engineer; Machinist

The Role

• Permanent
• Full Time

Deritend, part of the Rubix Group, was founded in 1898 and serves more than 3,500 customers in the UK and boasts a blue-chip client base that includes some of the largest manufacturers and best known brands in the world. We specialise in optimising asset performance, including motors, gear boxes, pumps, machining induction, condition monitoring and fabrication services.

Key Responsibilities

Main Tasks and Deliverables:

• Perform conventional machining operations such as turning, milling and drilling using various lathes, CNC machines and conventional machines to manufacture and repair mechanical assemblies.
• Ensure workflow procedures are followed.
• Record all data necessary to produce and expected service and/or design results including sizes and illustrations.
• Balance mechanical assemblies using dynamic balancing equipment.
• Perform metal spraying techniques as needed.
• Understand materials and applications as required.
• Set up and perform tool-post grinding operations (e.g., precision surface facing), broaching procedures, and Babbitt bearing work.
• Perform various welding operations, including setup and use of MIG, TIG, torch and stick welders.
• Lift, tighten, adjust and/or secure heavy objects in order to perform work and/or to observ...