Mechanical Technician - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Roc Search Limited

Roc Search Limited

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The UK's leading New-Space small satellite launch vehicle engineering company, based in Cumbernauld are searching for an experienced Mechanical Technician to support the development, design and verification of our primary orbital launch vehicle.

We have built the UK's largest test engine facility, this ground breaking testing infrastructure will aid the testing of engines on our orbital XL launch vehicle, allowing us to both become the first British company to launch from British soil and deliver sovereignUK launch capability at scale in the long term.

We requires an experienced Mechanical Technician to assist in the operation and maintenance of various hydraulic and pneumatic systems within our Cumbernauld facility.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

Working with a team of experienced technicians and engineers at our dedicated rocket manufacturing facility
Diagnose and perform root cause analysis
Fabricate and install pressure systems to given specifications and drawings/models
Maintain pressure equipment both proactively and reactively to ensure full functionality of systems
Configure pressure systems for tests
Constantly monitor and seek to improve safety standards and processes on site
Specify and recommend pneumatic and hydraulic components
Manufacture and operate adhoc test fixtures to analyse components and performance

Essential Experience & Skills

Accredited apprenticeship or HND in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant field / sufficient industry experience.
MIG Welding
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role or industrial environment
General fabrication for mild steel structures, support equipment and any other equipment as required.
Understanding of safe systems of work
Experience in identifying faults and diagnosis with respect to high pressure hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Operation of pressure equipment and pneumatic systems
Working with hazardous substances
Experience with maintenance of pressure equipment