Mechanical Inspector

Amytyndall; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Inspector (CMM Programmer) to ensure machined components meet high customer standards. This permanent position offers competitive salary and training for career development. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical inspection, the ability to read engineering drawings, and strong problem-solving skills. Join a supportive team in a growing, quality-led business.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for training

Company pension

Standard holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a mechanical inspection role within precision engineering or manufacturing.
• Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Solid understanding of machining processes and practical approach.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed mechanical inspections per quality standards.
• Programme and operate CMMs using PC‑DMIS.
• Carry out general manual inspections using standard measuring equipment.
• Identify and report non‑conformances, collaborating with production.
• Prepare and maintain inspection reports and records.
• Ensure calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment.

Skills

Mechanical inspection experience

Reading engineering drawings

Understanding machining processes

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Mechanical Inspector (CMM Programmer) – Precision Engineering, Permanent

Working within a modern, quality-focused environment, you will play a key role in ensuring our machined components meet exacting customer standards. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced inspector or someone to train further into the role and develop their career in this expanding subsidiary of a global engineering business. (must have at least some mechanical inspection experience for the trainee role)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed mechanical inspections in line with established quality standards and customer specifications.
• Programme and operate CMMs using PC‑DMIS to deliver efficient, accurate inspection results (specific software training can be given).
• Carry out general manual inspection using a range of standard measuring equipment.
• Identify, document and report non‑conformances, working closely with production to resolve issues.
• Prepare, maintain and interpret inspection reports, logs and records.
• Ensure all inspection and measuring equipment is correctly calibrated, maintained and used safely.

Qualifications And Skills

• Proven experience in a mechanical inspection role within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Solid understanding of machining processes and a practical "hands‑on" approach.
• High attention to detail with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Clear and confident communication skills.

What We Offer

• Permanent position with a competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Opportunities for training and ongoing skills development.
• Company pension and standard holiday entitlement.
• Supportive team environment within a growing, quality‑led business.

You must have current UK right to work to be considered. Starting salary is fully negotiable depending on experience.