Mechanical Electrical Engineer - Machine Tool Inspection

We are currently recruiting a Mechanical/ Electrical Enigneer to join a leading engineering company involved in design, build and install of CNC Machinery across the globe.

This role will require the successful candidate to carry out a range of PDI ( Pre Delivery Inspection) duties including machine power up, calibration and final factory acceptance testing before aiding with site installation. 

Interested candidates will ideally be time served with a strong Electrical Backgorund paired with good mechanical skills and working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatics systems. Demonstrable experience working with machine tools is a must.

Candidates will be required to travel as part of this role which could include 3 - 4 trips per year - additional premiums would apply for this.

This role would someone with a Service/ Commissioning Background within the machine tool sector.

Hours - Monday - Friday 37 hours 

Role Description

• Check that the machine is built to the customers specifications as detailed within the Factory Order.


• Carry out the tasks on the inspection check list, problem solving and making mechanical and program adjustments where required.


• Ensure that the machine is prepared for customer demonstration.


• Carry out machine demonstrations to the customer during machine acceptance.


• Work with the engineering & build team in the completion of any internal or customer non-conformances, to support a closed loop feedback and prevent reoccurrence.


• Oversees the machine shipment as it leaves our plant.


• Complete the inspection documentation and final report.


• When required install, test and commission the machine on customers site dealing with non-conformances during the re-build and commissioning phase.


• Support the Service / Aftermarket departments on retools and refits where necessary.


• Undertake troubleshooting internally and on the customers site.


• Work with and Promote the 5S initiative at all times.


• Supports and promotes the “Right first time” working practice.

Qualifications / Skills

• Time Served Engineer ( Mechanical Or Electrical)  


• Demonstrable experience working in a similar role


• Working knowledge of Siemens 840D / Sinunmerik 1  


• Knowledge of Fieldbus/ Profinet


• Experience working within a machine tool installation or service role


• Knowledge of Hydraulics, Pneumatics and control systems for CNC machinery.

This vacancy is being advertised by Complete Talent Services Ltd who are acting as an Employment Agency