Mechanical Technician

A well-established research business is seeking to appoint a Mechanical Technician on a 5 year contract. Qualification:

• BTech in Mechanical Engineering
• NDip Mechanical

Experience:

• 5 years experience in fault finding and maintenance in high technology product environment
• 5 years experience in assembly and test of precision mechanical, electro-mechanical and/or opto-mechanical systems
• 2 years experience draughting and designing CAD 3D models and producing production drawings experience in operating workshop machinery and fabrication and inspection/quality control of mechanical parts
• Seeking a well experienced Senior Mechanical Technician to support the SALT technical operations team with mechanical and opto-mechanical repairs and maintenance, as well as support projects by way of analysis, design, development, implementation, and testing.
• The position is within a dynamic team, comprised of approximately three dozen staff, including astronomers, electronics, optical and mechanical engineers, technicians, and software developers.

Knowledge:

• Solid MS Office experience (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Sound knowledge in CAD (Computer Aided Design) related modelling/draughting and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems

Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application that your application was unsuccessful.

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