Job Description

About Us:

PPI has the experience and capability to deliver innovative, reliable, high efficiency solutions to every customer. With an established track record in the design and supply of both medium and high voltage motors, generators and associated equipment, PPI also offer a full service and support package for all electrical rotating plant and accompanying equipment.

PPI supplies the power generation sectors, including renewables, oil & gas, the process sectors, mining sectors and defence. As well as providing high technology support and solutions for all rotating electrical machines, control & protection systems, and power electronics.

Job Summary:

Due to the expansion of the current business, we are seeking to recruit a mechanical/electrical fitter.

This is a multi-disciplined role, covering both the mechanical and electrical install of AC and DC rotating equipment. This will include the assembly and sub-assemblies of rotors and stators into enclosures, installation and alignment of bearing arrangements, completion of assembly in preparation for painting, motor/generator alignment in readiness for test. In addition, you will be required to carry out electrical installation/termination of various instrumentation into terminal/auxiliary boxes all in accordance with relevant industry standards. As a mechanical/electrical fitter you will be required to handle large components with the use of overhead lifting equipment.

The role may entail both on-site and off-site/overseas working.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out the mechanical and electrical functions of assembling both HV & LV rotating equipment including; enclosure assembly, bearing arrangement and alignment, preparation and bending of external pipework, installation and termination of electrical instrumentation. Prepare and support with the installation of rotating equipment ready for testing. Prioritise and work to given timescales. Preparation of large components in readiness for final assembly. Operation of capital equipment and general hand/power tools. Ability to carry out strip-downs of rotating equipment for service - repair and/or replace. Use of testing equipment. Any other duties that may be reasonably under the responsibilities of this role. Always adhere to Health & Safety Regulations. Adhere to the required Industry Standard Quality Systems - ISO 9001. Maintaining a safe and clean working area.

Qualifications & Education:

NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent in Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering. Understanding of Rotating Electrical Machines.

Experience:

Either time served or experienced in mechanical/electrical installation of rotating equipment. Carrying out various hand fitting techniques. Ability to work from heights in accordance with relevant H&S legislation. Experience on working with new and serviceable items. Both Mechanical and Electrical aptitude. Experience of working in an engineering manufacturing environment.

Skills:

Good hand fitting skills/techniques. Use of overhead lifting equipment. Good understanding of electrical and mechanical drawings. Excellent Communication. Good attention to details. Ability to work both independently and in small groups. Excellent problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements:

Manual Handling/Lifting. Labour intensive operations. Full UK Driving License. UK or National Passport.

Benefits:

24 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Working Hours Monday - Thursday: 07:45 - 16:30 Friday: 07:30 - 12:00 On-site Parking Company Pension Scheme
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 17.00-19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person