Engineering Assistant

Job description

We are recruiting for an Engineering Assistant to join an employee-owned business. This hybrid role offers a great opportunity to work closely with the Engineering Manager and collaborate across departments including Sales, Design, Purchasing, and Production, as well as with suppliers and customers. You will help maintain engineering documentation, support continuous improvement projects, and play a vital role in delivering high-quality technical support.



£30,000 per annum



Hybrid working: 3 days office / 2 days work from home



38.5 hours per week



Key Responsibilities:



Support the delivery of accurate and timely engineering documentation, ensuring compliance with company standards



Maintain registers and drawings within the MRP system, ensuring all parts and assemblies are standardized and up to date



Liaise effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to capture and clarify engineering requirements



Manage drawing approvals and maintain detailed records of documentation status



Assist with assembly drawings and coordinate their submission to Production



Work closely with the Engineering Manager on continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives



Administer document control systems and support quality, health & safety, and environmental standards



Essential Qualifications & Knowledge:



Level 3 or 4 qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (desirable)



Experience with 2D drawing software ()



Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications, especially Excel and Word



Skills:



Strong attention to detail with good numeracy skills



Ability to interpret technical and customer requirements



Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team



Strong organizational and time management skills



Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn



Company Benefits:



Enhanced pension scheme (4.5% employee / 4.5% employer contribution)



Enhanced holiday allowance – 33 days plus 1 extra day for every 5 years of service



Death in Service insurance



Partner profit share scheme



Employee referral program



Cycle to Work scheme



Home & Tech scheme (similar to Cycle to Work, working with major retailers)



Flexible working arrangements



Company events and social activities



Frequent wellbeing initiatives and Mental Health First Aiders onsite



Regular charity involvement



Career development opportunities



Cashback health plan including private GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, and shopping discounts



Annual Christmas party



If you are interested in this role, please click apply or call (phone number removed) option 3 and speak to Abigail Attwood or James Guyatt for more information