Engineer - #1704677

Walker Group provides advanced high-precision manufacturing services from centres of excellence located in the UK and Poland. Due to ongoing demand, we have an exciting opportunity to join our team in Glasgow as an Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) Engineer.

As EDM Engineer, you will be responsible for setting up and operating Spark and Wire Erosion machines to perform EDM precision machining operations.

EDM Engineer Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Machinery set-up and operate machines


• Loading materials and unloading finished products


• Adjust machine settings as required


• Follow technical drawings working to customer tolerances


• Carefully follow procedures and safety guidelines. Including company procedures, operating standards, and process documentation


• Maintain an accurate log of production and equipment problems, adjustments, and repairs. Machine inspections for mechanical or safety issues


• Ensure machines are well stocked with tooling and material to ensure limited downtime


• Safety focus to ensure themselves and others are safe around operational machinery


• Flexibility to support production requirements during busier periods

EDM Engineer Skills & Behaviours:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills


• Ability to follow instructions

EDM Engineer Qualifications & Experience:

• Time served EDM Engineer


• Experience in Spark Erosion & Wire Erosion


• Ability to read technical drawings


• Experience of working to high quality standards on precision components


• Knowledge of safety and manufacturing regulations and procedures

What’s in it for you?

• Full time, permanent contract, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday on a three-shift rotation, covering early, back and night shift


• Attractive rate of pay plus shift allowance


• You’ll gain access to the following company benefits: pension, life insurance, private medical healthcare, prescription protection eyewear, employee retail discounts


• You will receive 33 days holiday per year which includes a Christmas closure


• Access to online learning platforms to support your development


• You’ll have ample opportunities to grow and develop within the team, while working in a supportive and collaborative environment

Interested? Click on the Apply button today! We look forward to hearing from you!