Prototype Wiring Technician

Prototype Wiring Technician

Location:

Near Chertsey, Surrey (commutable from Woking, Weybridge, Guildford, Staines, Egham and surrounding areas)

Salary:
Up to £38,000 + Overtime / TOIL + Excellent Benefits

Hours:

37.5 Hours Per Week (Flexible Working Around Core Hours)

Contract Type:
Permanent

Interview Process:
One Stage Interview

Start Date:

ASAP

Syntech Recruitment are partnering with a specialist engineering business developing bespoke electronic and electro‑mechanical systems for highly demanding applications.

This is not a repetitive production wiring role.

As a Prototype Wiring Technician, you'll work directly with engineers and production teams to build, modify and develop prototype and low‑volume electronic assemblies. You'll play a key role in bringing new products to life, supporting projects throughout the full engineering lifecycle from development through to manufacture.

If you enjoy variety, problem‑solving and working on complex builds where no two projects are the same, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and technically driven environment.

• Work on bespoke prototype and development projects
• Exposure to the full engineering lifecycle
• Flexible working hours around core times
• Paid overtime or Time Off In Lieu (TOIL)
• Potential to earn up to 24 additional days leave per year through TOIL
• Enhanced pension contributions (up to 14% combined contribution)
• Private medical insurance
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Supportive, engineering‑led environment
• Genuine opportunity to influence builds and solve technical challenges

• Build prototype wiring looms, harnesses and cable assemblies
• Wire and terminate D‑sub (D‑type) connectors and associated cable assemblies
• Carry out soldering, crimping and cable preparation activities
• Assemble electro‑mechanical products from engineering drawings and build documentation
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, technical drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Support prototype and development builds throughout the product lifecycle
• Carry out modifications, engineering changes and rework activities
• Perform continuity checks and basic electrical testing
• Follow job cards, work instructions and test procedures
• Work closely with engineering teams to resolve build issues and support product development
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality and documentation

Essential

• Previous experience in a wiring, harness assembly, cable assembly or electro‑mechanical build role
• Experience wiring and terminating D‑sub (D‑type) connectors
• Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings and wiring diagrams
• Strong soldering and crimping skills
• Good hands‑on bench assembly experience
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment

Desirable

• IPC‑A‑610 and/or IPC‑A‑620 certification or experience
• Experience with in a prototype, development or R&D environment
• Basic electrical testing experience including continuity testing and multimeter use
• Mechanical assembly experience
• Background within electronics, defence, aerospace, instrumentation or specialist engineering environments

• Salary up to £38,000 depending on experience
• Paid overtime or Time Off In Lieu
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Private medical cover
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Stable, growing engineering business
• Interesting and varied project work
• Long‑term career development opportunities

This role would suit a Prototype Technician, Wiring Technician, Electronics Technician, Harness Technician, Cable Assembly Technician, Development Technician or Electro‑Mechanical Technician looking to work on varied, technically challenging projects within a specialist engineering environment.

Interested? Apply today or speak with one of our consultants for a confidential, no‑obligation discussion about the role.