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At GE Power Conversion, we provide electrification solutions that enable customers to power their energy-intensive operations and improve energy efficiency. We are recognised for high-performance ship electric power and electric propulsion systems, energy management, and automation and control systems across the marine, energy, infrastructure and industrial sectors.

Our manufacturing team produces a wide range of high-performance electrical solutions supporting the growth of renewable energy. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and play a key role in the future of the energy revolution.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical/Electrical Assembly Fitter to join our manufacturing team at our Rugby site, working on the late shift. You will be responsible for the mechanical and electrical assembly, fitting and preparation of rotating machinery and associated components, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately and to the required quality standards.

Job Description - permanent role

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Thursday: 1:45pm to 12:30am

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out mechanical fitting, preparing and building machines for test.
• Fitting drives, couplings, lubrication and cooling systems.
• Preparing and assembling sub-assemblies, including mains and neutral terminal boxes, exciter bases and frames.
• Threading rotors and fitting bearings.
• Setting air gaps, drilling and dowelling components.
• Carrying out instrumentation fitting and wiring, including auxiliary box wiring.
• Pipe bending and threading.
• Measuring components to tight tolerances using micrometers, verniers, bore micrometers and DTI gauges.
• Carrying out machine and shaft alignment.
• Preparing completed machines for dispatch, including fitting labels, earths, couplings and transit gear.
• Working safely at all times in accordance with EHS guidelines.
• Following manufacturing processes, procedures and quality standards throughout production.
• Achieving production and quality targets.
• Liaising with Area and Team Leaders and other departments to ensure production objectives are achieved.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment in line with 5S standards.
• Completing quality documentation accurately and in accordance with required procedures.
• Supporting other manufacturing activities as required to meet business needs.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a skilled mechanical fitter.
• Previous experience of mechanical and electrical fitting to a recognised standard.
• Electrical skills for instrumentation fitting and wiring, including auxiliary box wiring.
• Ability to work to and measure tight tolerances, with confidence using precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Understanding of geometric tolerances and key engineering drawing symbols.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow work instructions, processes and procedures accurately.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also using your own initiative.
• Ability to work towards production targets and deadlines.
• Reliable, flexible and positive approach to work.
• Good organisation and accuracy.
• Willingness to work the late shift and provide overtime support as required.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and following EHS requirements.
• Right to Work in the UK

Desirable Skills & Knowledge

• Previous experience working on rotating machinery.
• Experience with machine and shaft alignment.
• Experience with instrumentation fitting and wiring.
• Experience working with precision measuring equipment and tight engineering tolerances.

Additional Information

Relocation and Visa Sponsorship not provided

Why This Role Matters

As a Mechanical/Electrical Assembly Fitter, you will play a key role in the manufacture and assembly of high-performance rotating electrical machinery. Your mechanical and electrical skills will directly contribute to the quality, reliability and successful delivery of products supporting customers across the marine, energy, infrastructure and industrial sectors.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work within a world-class engineering and manufacturing environment
• Exposure to large-scale electrical machines and advanced testing technologies
• Supportive team culture focused on safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Career development opportunities within engineering and manufacturing
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative technologies supporting the global energy transition

Inclusion and Diversity

Creating an inclusive work environment is very important to us. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce, we encourage and inspire others to grow and achieve success. Join GE Vernova where you can achieve your goals in an environment where you feel a sense of belonging.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across approximately 100 countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

About GE Vernova Electrification Segment

GE Vernova’s Electrification segment includes Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, Solar and Storage Solutions, —collectively referred to as Electrification Systems —and digital technologies, referred to as Electrification Software. The solutions offered by this segment are essential for the transmission, distribution, conversion, storage, and orchestration of electricity from point of generation to point of consumption.

Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person