Due to the nature of the role, candidates must hold sole British Nationality.
Our client, a leader in the defence and nuclear sector, is looking for Assembly Technicians to join them on a contract basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Wiring complex assemblies using technical drawings, wiring/circuit diagrams and work instructions
- Terminal installation
- Soldering high-density multi-pin connections
- Mechanical assembly of control cabinets, racks, frames and associated metalwork
- Manufacture of cable looms
- Printed circuit board assembly and repair
- Repairs and modifications including upgrades in accordance with documented procedures
- Comprehensive checks on wired assemblies
- Ensuring all paperwork (hard and soft copy) and electronic systems including ERP is completed accurately to ensure traceability
- Maintain good standards of housekeeping and cleanliness whilst complying with best health and safety practice including ESD precautions
Skills, Qualifications, and Experience
- Academic qualification or practical experience in electrical assembly
- Previous assembly experience within a workshop manufacturing environment
- Excellent soldering skills including complex high-density connectors and surface mount devices
- Meticulous assembling skills
- Able to read and understand electrical drawings including wiring diagrams and PCB schematics
- Strong time management and be able to work unsupervised to defined deadlines
- Good communicator and team player
- Basic computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Desired Skills
- Existing qualification to IPC-A-610/620 would be an advantage
- Experience with COSSH.
Essential Functions
- This role is based in the Manufacturing facility and will not be physically demanding although some lifting of equipment will be required.
