Engineer (workshop)

📍 Teddington | 🕒 Monday-Friday, Full-Time, Onsite | 💰 Salary up to £40,000

Are you a skilled machinist or workshop technician looking to work on bespoke, low-volume precision components in a highly technical engineering environment? We're looking for a hands-on Workshop Technician to join a growing manufacturing team, playing a key role in producing high-quality mechanical components and supporting exciting engineering projects from concept through to delivery.

🔧 The Role

As a Workshop Technician, you'll be responsible for manufacturing precision-engineered components using a combination of CNC and conventional machine tools. Working closely with engineers and designers, you'll contribute to the production, assembly and testing of advanced mechanical systems whilst maintaining exceptional standards of quality and workmanship.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC machine tools to manufacture components to specification
• Use conventional machining equipment where required
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and technical documentation
• Manufacture bespoke and low-volume precision components
• Support assembly, integration and testing activities within the workshop
• Conduct inspections using appropriate measuring equipment and techniques
• Identify manufacturing challenges and contribute practical engineering solutions
• Maintain accurate manufacturing and inspection records
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to agreed quality standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the workshop
• Provide guidance and knowledge-sharing support to apprentices and junior team members
• Follow all Health & Safety and Quality procedures

👤 About You

You'll be a practical, hands-on engineer with a passion for precision manufacturing and producing high-quality work.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment
• Experience operating CNC and conventional machine tools
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of machining principles and manufacturing processes
• Experience inspecting components using standard measuring equipment
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• CNC Milling, Turning and/or Manual Grinding experience
• Knowledge of Mazatrol, Siemens or Heidenhain controls
• Experience with CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or FeatureCAM
• HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent Engineering qualification
• Experience working within a quality-controlled engineering environment

🌟 What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £40,000
• Monday-Friday working pattern
• Stable, long-term opportunity within a specialist engineering environment
• Opportunity to work on varied, bespoke projects rather than high-volume production
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for development and progression

If you're an experienced machinist or workshop technician looking for a role where your skills will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. 🚀