Multi-Skilled Engineer
Ipswich
Permanent
Salary: Negotiable from £35,000
polkadotfrog is working with a well-established engineering company who are looking for a reliable, hands-on Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team. If you enjoy practical work, variety in your day, and being part of a friendly, supportive workshop, this could be a great fit.
What youll be doing
This is a varied role where youll get involved in different areas of engineering, including:
Fitting and assembly of parts, sub-assemblies and full machines
Welding and fabrication (MIG and manual-arc)
Machining (milling and turning) across a range of materials
Some on-site work such as installations, commissioning and machine checks
Inspecting bearings, parts, and supporting machinery testing
Keeping the workshop tidy and working safely at all times
You dont need to be an expert in everything, but you should be confident in at least two of these areas and happy to get stuck in where needed.
About you
Were looking for someone who:
Has an engineering apprenticeship or relevant qualifications
Has experience in a similar role (5+ years if qualified, 10+ years if not)
Can read and understand technical drawings
Has experience using hand tools
Ideally has forklift/overhead crane certification (or willing to train)
Takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail, and stays calm under pressure
Is friendly, flexible, and happy working as part of a team
Why this role
Youll be joining a company that takes pride in making solid, long-lasting machinery and looks after its people. The team is down-to-earth, experienced, and always willing to help each other out.
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