Electro Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Electro Mechanical Engineer

Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Join a market-leading engineering team at the forefront of high-precision machinery design and manufacture. This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically advanced honing machines, contributing to projects that demand precision, innovation, and engineering excellence. Along with a competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and comprehensive training, you’ll play a key role in building, wiring, testing, and commissioning state-of-the-art machines, both in-house and at customer sites, while developing your career in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Role Overview

You will contribute to the build, wiring, and testing of high-precision machines, ensuring all systems meet exacting technical standards. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Core Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly and final build of machinery from detailed engineering documentation
• Assembly and wiring of electrical and control panels to specification
• Installation, testing, and calibration of electrical components and control systems
• Commissioning of machines in-house and at customer sites
• Fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair of electro-mechanical systems
• Ensuring all work complies with technical, safety, and quality standards

Key Requirements

• Recognised electrical qualification and demonstrable experience in industrial electrical systems
• Strong knowledge of electrical control systems, wiring schematics, and panel assembly
• Proven ability to interpret technical documentation and follow engineering drawings
• Competent with diagnostic tools, testing equipment, and commissioning procedures
• Basic IT skills for reporting, documentation, and configuration
• Minimum 2 years’ practical experience in electro-mechanical engineering or machine assembly
• Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to high-quality workmanship

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 7.30am – 4.30pm / Friday: 7.30am – 12.00pm / No shift work

If this role sounds like a good fit and you’d like to find out more, get in touch with Jamie Birch at the Shorterm Group on jamie.birch@shortermgroup.com.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cheltenham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English