Engineer (Workshop)

We have an exciting opportunity for an Engineer (Workshop) to join our Engineering Manufacture Group. NPL are the UK’s National Metrology Institute, providing the measurement capability that underpins the UK’s prosperity and quality of life.

NPL has a substantial in-house manufacturing workshop which is equipped with current state of the art machinery and production processes. NPL runs its own mechanical design group which is responsible for the design and specification of special purpose research machinery and other precision metrology equipment that is used by the NPL science teams and also other third party institutions. The components and machinery built at NPL are generally high precision and in low volume, often resulting in a single unit produced, this drives a strong right-first-time philosophy.

The Engineering team creates many state of the art facilities used to deliver cutting edge science and precision measurements that underpin science, health, environment, industry, and commerce. We are looking for self-motivated individuals, who can work as part of the team delivering engineering solutions to our customers through the application of good engineering practice and standards.

As the Workshop Technician, you will join our mechanical manufacture team.

What you will be doing

• Manufacturing precision components using CNC and conventional machine tools.
• Programming, setting and operating CNC machining equipment to produce parts to specification.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, CAD models and technical documentation.
• Supporting assembly, integration, testing and commissioning of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Inspecting and verifying components using appropriate measurement and inspection techniques.
• Identifying manufacturing challenges and working with engineers and designers to develop practical solutions.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Supporting project delivery by completing work safely, on schedule and within agreed budgets.
• Recording manufacturing, inspection and maintenance activities as required.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of workshop processes, equipment and ways of working.
• Supporting apprentices and less experienced colleagues through knowledge sharing and day-to-day guidance.
• Following all Health, Safety and Quality requirements.