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SalaryWe are currently looking for a Mechanical Assembly Technician for a precision engineering company in Hailsham.
The main purpose of this role will be:
You will be responsible for the assembly of UHV Manipulation & sample handling sub-assemblies, including pre-test data recording and QC evaluation, working in our client s UHV Cleanroom.
The main requirements and employee accountabilities are:
- Assembling mechanical and electrical components to build complex systems according to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Carrying out specialist UHV compatible instrument wiring & electrical testing.
- Maintaining UHV clean process standards with all in vacuum component parts and sub-assemblies.
- Supporting the transition of new hardware from NPI through to routine production, including writing any required manufacturing information documents & guides.
- Maintaining and updating existing manufacturing instructions.
- Supporting the maintenance of departmental records, particularly test data, quality control information, and serial numbering of instruments to provide a navigable history for future service and support.
- Familiarity with the production of UHV compatible devices & instrumentation that utilize electron optics & ion optics principles would be advantageous.
- Previous experience in a low volume customized product manufacturing environment is preferred. Ideally yielding a broad understanding and appreciation of precision hand fitting techniques, specialist wiring, and product test procedures.
- Resilient under pressure, able to adhere to the predetermined timescales and deadlines.
- Basic IT skills, including MS Office.
- Ideally a relevant engineering degree/HND/HNC, e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering. QBE or time served apprenticeship candidates can be considered.
- Mechanical engineering Level 3.
- Previous experience in a high technology manufacturing environment or clean room.
Please note: the successful candidate will need to drive due to the location.
Benefits:
- 25 days plus bank holidays (some holiday may be needed for Christmas shutdown)
- Company pension scheme employee 3% employer 6%
- Life Insurance 4 annual salary rising to 6 if join the company pension.
- Occupational Health checks provided including an annual health check for all employees.
- Occupational Sick Pay (dependant on length of service 1-3 weeks full pay)
- Annual eye check and assistance towards prescription glasses or safety glasses
