Owen Daniels
Mechancial Fitter
Mechancial Fitter at Owen Daniels, based in Leicester, East Midlands, paying £42,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £42,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Leicester, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Mechanical Engineer
11% below the typical rate for mechanical engineer
Reference 57405527
About the role
Are you a Mechanical Fitter looking for your next opportunity? Do you have experience assembling mechanical assemblies for CNC machine tools, including pneumatics, hydraulics, or pressure-based fluid systems? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.
Our client, a leading engineering and manufacturing business, is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their team in Leicestershire. The successful candidate will have a strong mechanical assembly background, the ability to read engineering drawings, and experience building precision machinery to a high standard.
Mechanical Fitter
Permanent Position
Salary: £30,000–£42,000 (DOE)
Monday to Friday
Leicestershire
Mechanical Fitter
Job Description
• Assemble mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies for CNC machine tools to engineering specifications
• Install and assemble pneumatic, hydraulic, and pressure-based fluid systems
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and technical documentation
• Carry out mechanical testing, fault finding, and adjustments to ensure equipment meets quality standards
• Work closely with the engineering and production teams to ensure projects are completed on time
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment while following company health and safety procedures
Mechanical Fitter
Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications
• Previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Machine Builder, or Mechanical Assembly Technician
• Experience assembling mechanical assemblies for CNC machine tools or similar precision machinery
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and pressure-based fluid systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail with a commitment to producing quality work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Reference: 57405527 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via Owen Daniels
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