Engineering Technician – Mechanical

Engineering Technician – Mechanical

About ePropelled

Role Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineers in the development, assembly, and testing of new products and prototype systems.
• Build, modify, and maintain mechanical prototypes, fixtures, test rigs, and laboratory equipment.
• Assist with mechanical design verification and validation activities.
• Assemble precision mechanical components, assemblies, and electromechanical systems.
• Conduct performance, durability, environmental, and functional testing of mechanical products and subsystems.
• Install instrumentation and sensors to support engineering testing and data collection.
• Perform fault finding, root cause analysis, and corrective actions on prototype and development hardware.
• Support the preparation, operation, and maintenance of engineering test facilities and equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and technical specifications.
• Assist with the fabrication, machining, modification, and fitting of prototype components.
• Accurately record test results and build data and maintain engineering documentation.
• Work with engineering teams to identify opportunities for product improvement and increased reliability.
• Support prototype build activities, design reviews, and development programmes.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and laboratory procedures.
• Maintain an organised, safe, and efficient workshop and laboratory environment.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• ONC/HNC, Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3+, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronic, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a mechanical engineering, R&D, product development, manufacturing, or testing environment.
• Hands-on experience assembling and testing mechanical or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T symbols, and technical documentation.
• Competence in the use of workshop tools, measuring equipment, and test instrumentation.
• Practical experience with mechanical assembly, fitting, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Desirable Skills

• Experience supporting the development of motors, propulsion systems, rotating machinery, or powertrain products.
• Familiarity with CAD software and engineering drawing packages.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment such as micrometres, verniers, CMMs, and dial indicators.
• Basic machining skills including drilling, and fabrication.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques.
• Experience with environmental, vibration, thermal, or endurance testing.
• Exposure to aerospace, automotive, industrial, robotics, or electrification sectors.
• Understanding of design for manufacture (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.

Personal Attributes

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on innovative technologies that are shaping the future of electrification and propulsion.
• Exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from concept to production.
• A collaborative and highly skilled engineering environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to have a direct impact on the success of the next-generation products.