Job Description
About the Company
We are working with a highly respected, engineering business to recruit an R+D Assembly Technician to join their expanding R+D Team. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your electrical and mechanical assembly skills within a world-class, high-technology manufacturing environment. The company designs and manufactures advanced precision equipment supplied into demanding global markets.
About the Role
As part of a skilled and collaborative team, you will assemble, test and calibrate high-precision products. The work is varied and technical, requiring attention to detail. You will support the R+D team, giving them feedback on practicalities and also support production when products move into manufacturing. You can progress in this role either to more operations or engineering based positions.
Responsibilities
* Electrical and mechanical precision assembly from drawings/ schematics
* Assembly, testing and calibration of complex, high-value products
* Supporting prototype builds and new product introduction into production
* Working alongside Engineering to improve processes and efficiency
* Running test procedures, collecting data and completing technical documentation
* Maintaining high standards of quality and output
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
* Supporting junior team members
Required Skills
* Experience in electrical and mechanical assembly
* Experience working with Manufacturing Engineering and R&D teams
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
* Engineering qualification - mechanical or electrical
* Strong inspection fundamentals
* Skilled in building intricate mechanical assemblies
* Proven track record of delivering high-quality output
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Experience running test procedures and documenting results
Cultural Fit
* Integrity and strong work ethic
* Attention to detail and pride in quality
* Flexibility and adaptability
* Positive, can-do attitude
* Clear communication skills
* Strong teamwork and collaboration
* High personal standards and accountability
If you are a qualified multi-skilled engineer and want the variety of working in R+D this could be the right role for you.