Workshop Technician

Workshop Technician

Location: London, SE1

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced R&D Workshop Technician to join an innovative manufacturing business specialising in the design and development of market-leading products. This is a hands-on workshop role where you’ll be responsible for producing prototypes, components and assemblies to support the development of new products.

Working closely with the Design and Engineering teams, you’ll play a key role in bringing concepts to life by manufacturing functional prototypes and developing practical engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture prototypes, components and assemblies from engineering drawings and concepts.




• Produce tools, jigs and fixtures to support prototype manufacture.




• Work closely with Design and Engineering teams to develop practical solutions.




• Create 3D CAD models and technical drawings.




• Generate CNC toolpaths using CAM software.




• Set up, programme and operate 3-axis CNC milling machines.




• Operate manual lathes and milling machines to produce precision components.




• Commission prototype parts and liaise with overseas suppliers where required.




• Maintain workshop equipment, tooling and consumable stock.




• Ensure the workshop remains safe, organised and compliant with Health & Safety procedures.




• Support continuous improvement and product development activities.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a workshop, machining or prototype manufacturing environment.




• Level 3 Engineering Technician, Machining Technician or equivalent experience.




• Experience using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks desirable).




• Experience using CAM software to generate CNC programmes would be beneficial.




• Strong CNC machining experience, including 3-axis CNC mills would be beneficial.




• Manual machining experience using lathes and milling machines.




• Good knowledge of machining a range of materials including steel, aluminium, plastics and wood.




• Competent using workshop machinery and hand tools.




• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.




• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.




• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Teams

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