Mechanical Fitter – Pump Assembly

Company: Utile Engineering
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Location: Irthlingborough
Job Description:

MECHANICAL FITTER – PUMP ASSEMBLY

Irthlingborough, Northamptonshire – Full-time, Permanent – Salary Negotiable depending on experience

Utile Engineering is a family company and a leading UK manufacturer of Gas Compressors, Gas Boosters, Tank Mixing Systems and Double Membrane Gas Holders. We specialise in the turnkey packaging of our equipment for Water Companies, Industrial and Commercial premises, predominantly in the Renewable Energy sector.

Utile is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity, and a workplace free from discrimination or harassment.

Job Role

To prepare, assemble and run tests for our wide and varied range of Gas & Air Compressors, Vacuum Pumps and Gas Boosters, and assemble complete pump sets when required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build the range of pumps or sub‑assemblies to company standards and specifications.
  • Build up motorised sets incorporating baseplates, ancillaries and pipework to company drawings.
  • Kit up and prepare all components for assembly.
  • Rectify, modify or repair any fault occurring during assembly and test, as required.
  • Carry out various test procedures as required by the customer or company specifications using various test methods and rigs.
  • Undertake basic machining operations as required by the job.
  • Undertake all mechanical and manual lifting in a safe manner including slinging, weight estimation and manual handling.
  • Work from and interpret engineering drawings and use inspection/measuring equipment to company standards.
  • Allocate and store components to various areas within the factory (e.g., storage).
  • Carry out routine maintenance as required or on a daily basis.
  • Ensure machines and work area are cleaned and tidied on a routine basis.
  • Complete any documentation relevant to the department on a routine basis, as required.
  • Comply with all Health and Safety Regulations within the company.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this role has a background in Mechanical Engineering with knowledge of assembly and general engineering competence.

Other Information

Department: Pump Assembly

Responsible to: Operations Manager / Section Supervisor

Responsible for: Quality and Standards of Products

Location: Factory Fitting Shop

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply ASAP.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026