Mechanical Fitter

Kingswinford, West Midlands
-26,000 - -44,000 per year | Full Time | Permanent

We''re recruiting for a well?established, family owned global engineering business specialising in custom engineered industrial machinery used in critical manufacturing applications.

Based at their Kingswinford facility, this role sits within a growing mechanical build team responsible for the assembly and integration of bespoke, project driven machinery supplied to customers in regulated, high performance industries worldwide.

This is a hands on position suited to a skilled Mechanical Fitter who enjoys variety, technical challenge and seeing machines built from the ground up, with opportunities for UK and occasional European site work ( 2 to 4 times a year).

As part of the mechanical build team, you''ll be responsible for assembling complex mechanical units and supporting full machine builds from sub assembly through to final integration.
Key responsibilities include:

• Mechanical fitting and assembly of bespoke machine sub assemblies
• Working from detailed mechanical drawings and schematics
• Installation of hydraulic, pneumatic and lubrication systems
• Integration of automation, guarding and vendor supplied equipment
• Inspection of parts and assemblies to specification and tolerance
• Supporting on site machine installations, upgrades and breakdowns (UK & overseas)
• Working collaboratively with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet build schedules

• Salary: -26,000 - -44,000 depending on experience
• Full time, permanent position
• Day shift working
• Overtime available
• Opportunity for UK & international travel
• Long term career development within a stable global business
• Involvement in high value, low volume bespoke machinery projects

You''ll ideally have previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Machine Builder or Mechanical Assembler within a bespoke or precision engineering environment.
Essential requirements:

• Strong mechanical fitting and assembly skills
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and fluid schematics
• Good understanding of tolerances and mechanical principles
• A team focused, flexible approach with high attention to detail
• Willingness to support travel, overtime and occasional weekend work
• Full UK driving licence
• Valid passport (Essential)
• Right to work in the UK

Mechanical Engineering qualifications (City & Guilds, BTEC, or similar) are desirable but not essential if practical experience is strong.

If you''re a Mechanical Fitter looking for a long term role building bespoke machinery in a highly skilled environment, apply directly through this advert.
Confidential discussions welcomed prior to application.
Client details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.