Job Summary:
Due to the expansion of the current business, they are seeking to recruit a mechanical/electrical fitter.
This is a multi-disciplined role, covering both the mechanical and electrical install of AC and DC rotating equipment. This will include the assembly and sub-assemblies of rotors and stators into enclosures, installation and alignment of bearing arrangements, completion of assembly in preparation for painting, motor/generator alignment in readiness for test. In addition, you will be required to carry out electrical installation/termination of various instrumentation into terminal/auxiliary boxes all in accordance with relevant industry standards. As a mechanical/electrical fitter you will be required to handle large components with the use of overhead lifting equipment.
The role may entail both on-site and off-site/overseas working.

EXPERIENCE:

• Either time served or experienced in mechanical/electrical installation of rotating equipment.
• Carrying out various hand fitting techniques.
• Ability to work from heights in accordance with relevant H&S legislation.
• Experience on working with new and serviceable items.
• Both Mechanical and Electrical aptitude.
• Experience of working in an engineering manufacturing environment
• Understanding of Rotating Electrical Machines.

SKILLS:

• Good hand fitting skills/techniques
• Use of overhead lifting equipment
• Good understanding of electrical and mechanical drawings
• Excellent Communication
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and in small groups
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:

• NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent in Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering
• Carry out the mechanical and electrical functions of assembling both HV & LV rotating equipment including; enclosure assembly, bearing arrangement and alignment, preparation and bending of external pipework, installation and termination of electrical instrumentation
• Prepare and support with the installation of rotating equipment ready for testing
• Prioritise and work to given timescales
• Preparation of large components in readiness for final assembly
• Operation of capital equipment and general hand/power tools
• Ability to carry out strip-downs of rotating equipment for service – repair and/or replace
• Use of testing equipment
• Physical Requirements:
• Manual Handling/Lifting
• Labour intensive operations
• Full UK Driving License
• UK or National Passport
  Technique-Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a proud equal opportunities employer, dedicated and specialist to the engineering and manufacturing industries. We work and support some of the most well-known companies in Norfolk and Suffolk. These vacancies are being advertised on behalf of Technique-Recruitment Solutions Ltd who are operating as an employment business and employment agency.