Mechanical Assembler - (Electro-Mechanical)

• Permanent, full-time
• Location: Chelmsford, Essex
• Salary Guide: £29,000 - £33,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Overtime Rate
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:30

We are recruiting a Mechanical Assembler to join a well-established UK engineering manufacturer. This workshop-based role involves building special-purpose machines and modules, assembling electro-mechanical assemblies, sub-assemblies and components, working from engineering drawings and detailed work instructions to produce high-quality engineered equipment.

Key responsibilities:

• Build special-purpose machines and modules, assembling electro-mechanical assemblies, sub-assemblies and components (motors, gearboxes, bearings, sensors, actuators, wiring looms, control panels) to specification.
• Fabricate/assemble various components using hand and power tools
• Metal finishing, including deburring/linishing as required
• Marking out, drilling and tapping to meet specification
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and accurately
• Carry out wiring tasks including cable routing, termination and loom work
• Perform crimping and soldering of connections to the required standard
• Read, interpret and follow engineering drawings, instructions and checklists to meet specifications
• Complete basic quality checks, report faults, and support rework where required
• Maintain good housekeeping and follow health & safety procedures at all times

Required skills & experience:

• Proven experience in electro-mechanical / electromechanical assembly (manufacturing environment)
• Confident with hand tools and power tools (fabrication/bench fitting experience is beneficial)
• Practical wiring experience including crimping and soldering
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings/work instructions with strong attention to detail

HRGO Recruitment provides both permanent and temporary job opportunities across the UK. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. HRGO is committed to equal opportunities for all.