Mechanical Technician

The Mechanical Technician will provide operational support to all current and future project activity within the Cranfield Lab and workshop facilities. This will include but not exclusively cover build, commission, maintain and operate all test rigs and facilities to meet the customers expectations and using current methods and best practice. Liaising with engineering and project management team to take design drawings and details and build measurement systems, this would typically be in extreme pressure, flow or heat conditions.

You will be required to:

• Assemble and install mechanical components, machinery, and equipment in accordance with technical drawing, piping and instrumentation diagram and technical specifications
• Operate the various test rigs and fixtures to perform validation and verification tests on customers assemblies
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test rigs, machinery and specialized systems
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues, identifying and replacing faulty parts
• Collaborate with other team members and stake holders to ensure efficient and right first time delivery of systems
• Health and Safety is paramount, and all activities will be undertaken with safety as the driving focus
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and calibration activities
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of machinery, equipment and test rigs to ensure optimal operation
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and diagnose problems in machinery and test fixtures
• Repair / replace worn or malfunctioning parts and equipment
• Read and interpret engineering drawing, documentation and technical manuals
• Collaborate with other technical teams to ensure the succesful deliver of project outcomes
• Ensure all safety standards and regulations are maintained to create a safe working environment
• Create detailed documentation of all activities to ensure work is traceable and calibrated and project outcomes are reported back to the project stake holders

Experience:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or similar role
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Physical stamina and ability to work in various conditions (e.g., confined spaces, heights, etc.)
• Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedure environment
• Enthusiastic and committed, willing to work within tight timescales

Education:

• GCSEs in Maths and English
• BTEC
• Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance at NVQ Level 3
• Experience within a manufacturing or service environment

Experience:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or similar role
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Physical stamina and ability to work in various conditions (e.g., confined spaces, heights, etc.)
• Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedure environment
• Enthusiastic and committed, willing to work within tight timescales

Education:

• GCSEs in Maths and English
• BTEC
• Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance at NVQ Level 3
• Experience within a manufacturing or service environment