Mechanical Engineering Graduate

1 week ago

Whetstone, Greater London, United Kingdom SmartSourcing Ltd Full time
Job DescriptionJob description

Mechanical Engineering Graduate, Full-Time on-site in Leicestershire.

Up to 29K (plus Shift Allowance)

(Shift Pattern:
/ Monday - Friday). Possible weekend requirement.

Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations

Mission: To assist the coating department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production requirements to meet on-time-delivery requirements. Yield expectations. To stay competitive within the current market and to assist in new product development.
To make recommendations for continuous process improvements and may instigate relevant development activity.

Key Responsibilities

Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers.

Ability to identify potential coating problems in process and take appropriate corrective action.

Ability to identify coating defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etc. and understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Possesses a thorough understanding of relevant Surface Quality Specifications and how the above relates to them.

Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat.


Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc.

Capable of stripping optics safely, observing Local Health and Safety rules.

Identify potential problems with the coating plant/measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff.

Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002.

Competent to train colleagues on various aspects of the coating department.

Education, Skills Abilities:


Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A level

Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word

The ability to analyse situations and results

A good understanding of optical manufacture

A good engineering background


SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

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