Workshop Engineer – Structures

Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £37,738 – £39,780 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday
Overtime: Available
Shift Allowance: None
Job Type: Permanent

Workshop Engineer – Structures

Our client is a leading organisation within the aerospace and defence sector, providing specialist aviation services to customers across the UK and internationally. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a skilled Workshop Engineer – Structures to join their engineering team in Bournemouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with structural or aircraft workshop experience to work in a highly technical environment, supporting the maintenance, repair and manufacture of aircraft components.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble aircraft components from kits using engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out a variety of assembly techniques including riveting (solid and blind), bolting and fitting.
• Manufacture metal detail components involving bending, fitting and finishing processes.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Perform maintenance and repair activities on mechanical and structural aircraft components in accordance with approved procedures.
• Complete all relevant maintenance and manufacturing documentation accurately.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure work is completed efficiently and to required standards.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Verify that all tooling and test equipment used is correctly calibrated and recorded.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Identify tooling requirements and support procurement activities where required.

Skills & ExperienceEssential

• Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings.
• Strong practical engineering skills with experience in mechanical or structural assembly.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Basic mathematical ability.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

Desirable

• Previous aircraft maintenance workshop or base maintenance experience.
• Experience within aerospace, aviation or regulated engineering environments.
• Knowledge of structural repair and component manufacturing processes.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and proactive approach to work.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical mindset.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication skills.
• Confident and professional team player.
• Committed to maintaining high engineering and safety standards.
• Willingness to develop skills and progress within the organisation.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £37,738 – £39,780.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• Long-term career development within a specialist aerospace engineering environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on advanced aircraft systems and components.

If you are an experienced engineer looking to further your career within aerospace structures and component maintenance, we'd like to hear from you.

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