At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and prepare mechanical assemblies, conduct tests, and monitor performance in a dynamic lab.
- Company: Global engineering manufacturer with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive rate, potential for contract extension, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for growth in a structured test environment.
- Why this job: Join a busy test lab and make a real impact on engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Strong practical mechanical skills and ability to interpret engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Yolk Recruitment is supporting a global engineering manufacturer with the recruitment of a Mechanical Test Technician for its South Wales operation. This is a 6 month contract initially, with strong potential for extension.
This is a hands-on mechanical engineering role within a busy test laboratory. As a Mechanical Test Technician, you'll build and prepare mechanical assemblies, install them onto specialist test rigs, carry out testing to defined procedures, monitor performance and investigate unexpected results, working closely with engineers developing and validating mechanical products.
This is what you'll be doing:
- Build, repair and prepare test components and auxiliary equipment
- Install components and assemblies into test rigs
- Carry out test activities in line with defined procedures and standards
- Monitor ongoing tests and accurately record performance data
- Operate data acquisition equipment and record results accurately
- Diagnose issues with test equipment, fixtures or assemblies
- Assist with routine maintenance of test rigs and laboratory equipment
- Provide engineering teams with valuable insights and observations
And this is what you'll need:
- The successful Mechanical Test Technician will need a strong practical mechanical background and the ability to work carefully in a structured test environment
- Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent
- Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Strong practical mechanical skills
- An understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Experience in a mechanical engineering test laboratory environment advantageous
- Experience in automotive, rail, marine, power generation, defence or similar manufacturing environments
Are you up to the challenge? If you're a Mechanical Test Technician, Mechanical Technician or Test Technician looking for a hands-on contract role in a varied engineering test environment, apply now!
Mechanical Test Technician in Cwmbran employer: Yolk Recruitment
Join a leading global engineering manufacturer in South Wales as a Mechanical Test Technician, where you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment. With a strong emphasis on employee development, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while working on innovative projects in a hands-on test laboratory. Enjoy competitive rates and the potential for contract extension, all within a collaborative culture that values your contributions and insights.
