About the Role
About the Role:
Are you a skilled Mechanical Engineer who enjoys precision assembly work and the excitement of international travel?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly expanding manufacturer of special-purpose conveyor systems. You'll split your time between hands-on assembly at our client's modern Harlow facility and travelling overseas to install and commission bespoke machinery at customer sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Assemble bespoke conveyor systems from detailed engineering drawings and pneumatic schematics
Travel internationally to install, commission, and test equipment at customer locations
Carry out precision mechanical fitting tasks including drilling, tapping, cutting, and fabrication
Fit motors, gearboxes, bearings, drive shafts, rollers, and pipework
Ensure machinery is accurately levelled, aligned, and fully compliant with specifications
Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and project teams
Requirements:
Strong mechanical assembly, machine building, or mechanical fitting background
Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings
Skilled in precision alignment, mechanical installation, and troubleshooting
Comfortable with international travel (approx. 6 trips per year)
Practical, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving ability
Qualifications:
Completed mechanical apprenticeship or relevant vocational qualification (City & Guilds, BTEC, NVQ or equivalent)