Engineering Technician
Lowestoft, Suffolk
Competitive Salary DOE + Excellent Development Opportunities
Full Time | Permanent
Monday to Friday | 40 Hours Per Week
Hales Group are delighted to be recruiting for an Engineering Technician on behalf of a well-established precision engineering manufacturer based in Lowestoft.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong technical mindset who enjoys problem-solving and takes pride in producing high-quality work. The client is highly flexible regarding experience levels and is keen to speak with candidates ranging from those at the start of their engineering career through to experienced engineering professionals.
Attitude, enthusiasm, commitment, attention to detail, and a genuine willingness to learn are considered just as important as previous experience.
About the role
Working within the production team, you'll be responsible for manufacturing high-precision engineered components to exacting quality standards and tight tolerances. You'll work from engineering drawings and utilise a range of precision measuring equipment to ensure all components meet specification requirements.
This role offers the opportunity to learn specialist engineering techniques and develop valuable skills within a precision manufacturing environment.
Key responsibilities
Manufacture precision components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications
Carry out precision engineering and grinding operations
Work to tight tolerances and high-quality surface finish requirements
Read and interpret engineering drawings accurately
Use precision measuring equipment to inspect and verify completed work
Ensure all work meets required quality and workmanship standards
Maintain safe, clean, and organised working practices
Work effectively both independently and within a small engineering team
Contribute to continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives
Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures What we're looking for
Strong engineering aptitude and problem-solving ability
Positive and proactive attitude
Genuine willingness to learn and develop new skills
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience working to quality standards and tight tolerances
Competent use of measuring and inspection equipment
Understanding of metric and imperial measurements
High attention to detail
Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment
Ability to work independently and collaboratively Desirable experience
Precision engineering or manufacturing experience
Grinding, machining, or metalworking experience
Experience working with precision components
Apprenticeship, engineering qualification, or relevant technical training
Experience operating grinding machinery
Flexible approach and eagerness to develop specialist skills
Why work through Hales Group?
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