Document Control & Engineering Data Administrator

Overview

Bar Knight Precision Engineers, part of Indarra Group, is looking for a temporary Document Control & Engineering Data Administrator to bring order to our engineering records. You will maintain the engineering database, control drawings and documents, and keep data accurate so the shop floor and engineering team always work to the latest revision.

This suits someone with a mechanical engineering qualification (HND minimum), a good eye for technical drawings and a methodical approach to data. Attention to detail is vital.

This role could become permanent for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities

· Maintain and update the engineering database: part records, bills of materials, revision histories and associated data

· Control the issue, revision and archiving of engineering drawings and technical documents, ensuring only current versions are in circulation

· Check drawings and documents for completeness and consistency (part numbers, revision levels, titles, materials, tolerances) before release

· Carry out accurate, timely data entry and bulk data clean-up, flagging duplicates, gaps and discrepancies

· Liaise with engineering, production, quality and purchasing to resolve drawing and data queries

· Support change control: log engineering change requests, track approvals and update records once changes are released

· Maintain a clear, logical filing structure and naming convention across electronic and, where needed, paper records

· Produce simple reports and extracts from the database on request

· Support audits by keeping records traceable and retrievable

Person specification

Essential

· HND or higher in mechanical engineering (or a closely related discipline) as a minimum

· Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, including title blocks, revision levels and basic tolerancing

· Experience of document control or records management in an engineering or manufacturing setting

· Confident with data entry and data management, with strong attention to detail and accuracy

· Good IT skills, including Excel and database or ERP/PLM-type systems

· Well organised, able to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines

· Clear communicator, comfortable working with engineers and shop-floor colleagues

Desirable

· Experience in a precision engineering or machining environment

· Familiarity with CAD viewers or drawing management systems

· Knowledge of ISO 9001 document control requirements

· Ability to start at short notice.

Pay: £26,437.00-£28,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person