Ceres is a global leader in solid oxide technology, driving the clean energy revolution. Our steel-supported fuel cell and electrolyser technology gives partners a decade of development advantage—accelerating innovation in power generation, green hydrogen, and distributed power solutions for data centre's. Trusted by some of the world’s most progressive companies, our proven designs deliver efficient, low-cost solutions backed by over 5 million test hours. At Ceres, innovation is in our DNA. Join us and be part of a world-class team making a positive impact on the planet.

Purpose of the role:

In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, building, and fabricating fuel and electrolysis cell stacks, along with balance‑of‑plant components, ensuring all work meets agreed specifications and planned delivery targets. You will problem‑solve mechanical, assembly, and fabrication issues as they arise and actively support continuous improvement initiatives to help the company achieve its Key Performance Metrics.

Responsibilities include ensuring all Works Orders are built, assembled, and tested to specification, carrying out component assembly and fabrication for prototype development builds and providing support to other Manufacturing areas as needed. You will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering on ongoing improvement activities, maintain accurate build and inspection documentation, and assist in creating Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures. Compliance with all Health and Safety requirements is essential, as is maintaining a clean and well‑organised work area after all activities.

Knowledge and skills required for the role:

·      Hands on experience - mechanical assembly/fitting

·      Production-build background

·      Up to date experience of working with workshop equipment eg pillar drill, lathe, mill, grinding wheel

·      Up to date TIG welding experience - stainless steel

·      Proven problem-solving experience

·      Flexibility in relation to overtime and shift change requirements to suit business need

Highly desirable skills & experience:

·      Experience of working in controlled areas eg GMP, clean room

·      Aptitude for or experience in clean build environments with highest levels of 5S

·      Demonstrate ‘right first time’ mentality and quality culture

·      Welding of thin (<0.5mm) sheet stainless steel

·      Qualified TIG welder.