At a Glance
- Tasks: Build, strip, and prepare diesel engines for testing in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Leading global engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Peterborough.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, early finishes on Fridays, and potential for long-term contracts.
- Other info: Immediate start with opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth.
- Why this job: Join high-profile engine development projects and enhance your mechanical skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in engine build, mechanical assembly, or related fields preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 £ per hour.
An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Mechanical Build/Rig Technician to join the Test & Development team of a leading global engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Peterborough. Working within a busy engine development environment, you'll play a key role in building, stripping, rebuilding and preparing diesel engines for testing, supporting a range of current and future development programmes.
The Role Responsibilities will include:
- Building, stripping and rebuilding diesel engines
- Preparing engines for testing within dedicated test facilities
- Rigging and de-rigging engines
- Diagnosing mechanical faults and supporting root cause investigations
- Working closely with engineering and test teams to support development activities
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Maintaining accurate build records and ensuring high quality standards
- Supporting Lean, 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For
You’ll ideally have experience in one or more of the following:
- Engine build and mechanical assembly
- Engine overhaul, repair or maintenance
- Automotive, HGV, plant machinery, military or aerospace engineering
- Engine test, development or workshop environments
- Mechanical fault finding and diagnostics
- Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering
Military engineering backgrounds and candidates with transferable mechanical assembly experience are also encouraged to apply.
What’s on Offer
- Initial 12-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension
- £30.00/hr Umbrella (Inside IR35) or £22.00/hr PAYE
- Early finish every Friday
- Opportunity to work on high-profile engine development programmes
- Modern engineering environment with long-term contract potential
If you’re an experienced mechanical technician looking to work on advanced engine development projects, we’d be pleased to hear from you.
Contact Details:
Entech Technical Solutions Limited Recruitment Team
