Production and Test Lead Technician

Location: Cambridgeshire

Production Technician - Electromechanical

We're working with a cutting-edge company in infrared thermal imaging, seeking an experienced Production Technician to join their growing team. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with solid electromechanical assembly experience, a sharp eye for detail, and a passion for working across a variety of technologies.

You'll be part of a small but skilled production team assembling and testing high-precision products. Work varies from small cable assemblies to full system builds. Ideal for candidates who enjoy variety, problem-solving, and have a flexible, can-do attitude.

Key Responsibilities:

Assembly and test of electromechanical, optical, and electronic components
Component-level fault finding and diagnostics
PCB repair and SMT soldering (down to 0201 size)
Wiring, cable harnessing, and schematic interpretation
Use of test equipment (oscilloscope, DVM, signal generator)
Documentation and record-keeping of build and test processes

Required

Skills & Experience:

Formal engineering or relevant technical qualification
Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals
Skilled in fault finding, debugging, and PCB rework
Confident with cable/harness assembly and SMT soldering
Familiarity with standard test equipment
Able to read electronic schematics and use PCB design tools

Experience with Solid Works or other mechanical CAD is a bonus
Basic knowledge of analogue/digital video processing and cleanroom techniques is desirable
Work in a high-tech environment with varied tasks and exposure to multiple engineering disciplines. Great opportunity to deepen your technical expertise in a collaborative and innovation-driven team.

ACS are recruiting for a Production Technician If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Production Technician submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Production Technician. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Production Technician with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Production Technician role you desire