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Mechanical Prototype Technician (Welding/Machining)

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Mechanical Prototype Technician (Welding/ Machining)

Factory-based, commutable from Hereford, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Newport, Ledbury, Worcester, Monmouth, Abergavenny and surrounding areas.

£30,000 - £35,000 + Industry Training + Great Progression Routes + 33 Days Holiday + Holiday + Pension + Work Life Balance

Are you from a welding, machining or mechanical engineering background looking to join a unique industry leading manufacturer that look to invest in their staff through training and progression, as well as providing the opportunity to use your skills to play a key role in mechanical based projects within a rapidly growing and leading manufacturer?

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone with a welding, machining or mechanical engineering background looking to be at the forefront of mechanical prototyping projects and progress their career as their hard work is noticed, within a company who heavily invest into their employee's through technical training and career development.

This company are leading manufacturers within their industry, creating bespoke equipment, products and single items whilst making a real difference to society. Due to growth and internal promotions, they are looking for an additional Mechanical Prototype Technician to join their production team. This company have a high staff retention which demonstrates an excellent working environment.

This is a site and days based role where you will be required to work from engineering drawings to build, fabricate, create and test mechanical based products. You will also be required to build test rigs, whilst working alongside the wider R+D, Production and Design teams to complete a variety of Mechanical based prototypes and products.

This role would suit someone from a welding, machining or mechanical engineering background looking to join an industry leading bespoke manufacturer who will invest in them, offer work life balance and a great working environment to develop in.

The Role:

  • Mechanical Prototype Technician (Welding/ Machining)
  • Building prototype mechanical projects
  • Mig, Tig, Arc welds
  • Milling, Turning and general machining
  • Working with design, R+D and wider manufacturing teams


The Person:

  • Mechanical engineering skills: welding, building and machining
  • Looking for a varied role creating prototpypes
  • Looking for progression and development
  • Motivated self starter
  • Long term career move



To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Dyon Douglas-Whyte at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.