Prototyping & Maintenance Engineer

Prototyping & Maintenance Engineer 

• Contract: 6 months initially, with potential to extend or become permanent
• Location: Colworth, Sharnbrook 
• Rate: £385 per day (full-time, 37.5 hours per week)

We are seeking a Prototyping & Maintenance Engineer / Senior Engineer to join an established multi-skilled engineering team supporting new product development within a highly utilised Pilot Plant.This is a hands-on role combining prototype manufacture, machining, fabrication, welding, assembly and equipment maintenance.

Key responsibilities:

• Manufacture prototype components, assemblies, nozzles and jigs using manual and CNC machinery.
• Carry out TIG/spot welding and work with stainless steel, food-grade aluminium and plastics.
• Interpret engineering drawings and undertake precision measurement.
• Work closely with design, controls and process engineers to develop practical solutions.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance and troubleshoot Pilot Plant equipment.
• Maintain engineering safety and maintenance documentation, including SOPs, risk assessments and PUWER records.
• Support and mentor engineering apprentices.

We’re looking for:

• Strong mechanical engineering experience, including machining, fabrication, assembly and welding.
• Experience with manual/CNC lathes and TIG welding.
• Knowledge of pneumatic/hydraulic systems and basic mechanical/electrical maintenance.
• Good engineering drawing interpretation and CNC programming skills.
• Experience working on prototypes or one-off engineering solutions.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong ownership and problem-solving skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to work on prototype equipment and innovative product development within a collaborative engineering environment.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

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