Prototype Build Technician

Location: CV30 Area
Hourly Rate: £17 per hour + holiday pay
Hours: Monday to Friday (normal hours)
Contract Length: 6-month contract
Start Date: ASAP

Syntech Recruitment are partnering with a leading engineering organisation to appoint a Prototype Build Technician. This is a hands-on, detail-driven role working on the strip, build, inspection and development of prototype and pre-production transmission systems.

Prototype Build Technician Responsibilities

Strip, build, assemble and inspect prototype transmissions in line with build manuals and engineering instruction.
Investigate and fault-find build issues, manufacturing defects and mechanical failures.
Strip and assess unfamiliar or one-off transmission assemblies without existing build documentation.
Apply a deep understanding of transmission architecture, component function and driveline systems.
Install instrumentation, sensors and bespoke modifications on test units as directed by engineering.
Identify, raise and report build concerns; support engineering with structured problem-solving (including 8D).
Follow all part-picking, kitting, storage and inventory processes.
Maintain a safe, well-organised, prototype-standard workshop environment. 

Prototype Build Technician Experience

Hands-on prototype build experience and/or direct experience with transmission systems.
Proven background assembling, stripping or validating complex mechanical assemblies.
Strong capability to read, interpret and work accurately to engineering drawings and tolerances.
Ability to verify quality using precise measurement techniques (manual metrology or CMM advantageous).
Experience modifying or fabricating prototype hardware (e.g., machining, drilling, grinding, welding). 

Interested and available to start quickly? Get in touch today to secure your interview spot.

Syntech Recruitment Ltd: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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