Mechanical Fitter Job - Mechanical Assembly Engineer | Leeds
Leeds, West Yorkshire
£38,000 + Paid Overtime + Additional Allowances
4-Day Week – Monday to Thursday (37hrs)
Are you a Mechanical Fitter or Mechanical Assembler with strong mechanical fitting and mechanical assembly skills? Do you enjoy hands-on engineering, working on full machinery build projects, and assembling bespoke equipment rather than repetitive sub-assembly work?
If so, this permanent role with a well-established engineering manufacturer could be the ideal next move in your career.
The Role:
As a Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Assembler, you’ll play a key role in a skilled machine build team assembling complex special-purpose machinery. This is full end-to-end mechanical assembly, not simple bolt-on work - you will be involved in the complete equipment build process.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
* Full mechanical assembly of bespoke machines from the ground up
* Precision mechanical fitting, fine adjustments, correct clearances, and lubrication
* Working with shafts, bearings, gears, linkages, pneumatics, and other precision components
* Using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring tools (micrometers, vernier calipers, height gauges)
* Reading and interpreting detailed mechanical and engineering drawings
* Final inspection, testing, and verification during the machinery build process
What You’ll Bring:
* Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Assembler, Mechanical Assembly Fitter, Assembly Fitter or Assembly Engineer within a machinery build or engineering environment
* Strong understanding of mechanical principles, tolerances, and machine-build standards
* Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
* A passion for building high-quality machinery and equipment
What’s on Offer:
* 4-Day Week (Mon–Thu, 37 hours)
* £38,000 + paid overtime + additional allowances
* Stable and secure role with a well-established engineering manufacturer
* Supportive, close-knit team with genuine pride in machinery build quality
* Opportunities to progress as the company continues to invest and expand
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