Engineering Technician

Job Description Summary

GE's Power Conversion business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies

At Rotating Machines Rugby (RMR), we design and build some of the most technically advanced electrical rotating machinery in the world. We specialise in manufacturing large electrical rotating machinery: Motors and Generators, across a wide variety of industrial applications. Our motors are powering some of the most advance warships in the world, whilst our generators are decarbonising industry for a more sustainable future.

Job Description

We are looking for an Engineering Technician with hands-on experience in mechanical assembly and manufacturing work. The role involves building and assembling large mechanical components, using a wide range of tools and equipment, and following engineering drawings accurately. The ideal candidate is confident using tools, measuring equipment, and workshop machinery, and has a strong focus on safety and quality.

• Heavy mechanical assembly and large component builds
• Accurate bolt torquing
• Working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Understanding pressure systems, including PSI
• Electrical assembly, including wire stripping, crimping, and soldering
• Machine cutting and general machine operation
• CNC machine operation
• Fabrication work, including grinding and metal finishing
• Drilling, tapping, and metal brazing
• Safe operation of industrial ovens
• Welding experience is a plus, but training can be provided
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Using precision measuring tools such as micrometres and Vernier gauges
• Working confidently with both metric and imperial measurements
• Recording technical data and plotting graphs
• Using handheld, air-powered, and electrical tools
• Operating overhead cranes (training provided)
• Basic computer skills for job tracking, booking, and data logging

• Challenging and exciting projects
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution); Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays