Workshop Technician

Workshop Technician
Location: London, SE1
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: Competitive (DOE)

The Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced R&D Workshop Technician to join an innovative manufacturing business specialising in the design and development of market-leading products. This is a hands-on workshop role where you'll be responsible for producing prototypes, components and assemblies to support the development of new products.

Working closely with the Design and Engineering teams, you'll play a key role in bringing concepts to life by manufacturing functional prototypes and developing practical engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture prototypes, components and assemblies from engineering drawings and concepts.
• Produce tools, jigs and fixtures to support prototype manufacture.
• Work closely with Design and Engineering teams to develop practical solutions.
• Create 3D CAD models and technical drawings.
• Generate CNC toolpaths using CAM software.
• Set up, programme and operate 3-axis CNC milling machines.
• Operate manual lathes and milling machines to produce precision components.
• Commission prototype parts and liaise with overseas suppliers where required.
• Maintain workshop equipment, tooling and consumable stock.
• Ensure the workshop remains safe, organised and compliant with Health & Safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement and product development activities.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a workshop, machining or prototype manufacturing environment.
• Level 3 Engineering Technician, Machining Technician or equivalent experience.
• Experience using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks desirable).
• Experience using CAM software to generate CNC programmes would be beneficial.
• Strong CNC machining experience, including 3-axis CNC mills would be beneficial.
• Manual machining experience using lathes and milling machines.
• Good knowledge of machining a range of materials including steel, aluminium, plastics and wood.
• Competent using workshop machinery and hand tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Teams.