Electrical Technician
Pay: £32k - £34k
Section: Cable & Harness
Contract: Permanent
Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire
Working Pattern: (Mon-Thu 37.5 hrs)
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Technician (Cable & Harness) to join the Production Operations team at the Ampthill site.
This role is ideal for a skilled, detail-focused technician with experience in cable and harness manufacture, working on high-value, safety-critical hardware. You will work closely with engineering teams, following detailed drawings and engineering instructions, and applying a methodical and precise approach to production tasks. Ongoing training, support, and access to flexible benefits are provided.
Key Responsibilities:
Manufacture electrical cables and wiring harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
Safely and competently use hand tools, crimp tools, jigs, fixtures, and precision measuring equipment
Perform high-accuracy hand soldering to required quality standards
Work closely with engineering support teams to resolve technical or production issues
Apply a methodical, problem-solving approach to ensure successful completion of production tasks
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in line with 5S methodology
Adhere to strict health, safety, and ESD control requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
IPC-620 certification, or experience working to IPC/J-Standards – 610 will still be considered with ongoing training and support.
Proven experience in cable and harness manufacturing within a medium-volume production environment
Ability to work confidently from engineering drawings and work instructions
Strong understanding of ESD controls
Experience using crimp tools and carrying out high-accuracy hand soldering
Strong attention to detail with a positive, solutions-focused attitude
Background in aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
What’s on Offer:
4-day working week (Monday–Thursday)
Work on exciting, mission-critical programmes
Ongoing training and long-term career development
Supportive, engineering-led working environment
Competitive and flexible benefits package