Electronic Technician

Salary

£30,000 - £35,000 approx + relocation assistance if required (salary is for juniors but we open to experienced staff where we obviously pay more!)

electronic component handling and fault finding

WFH policy is 15 days per calendar quarter – this is the “25% of working time”.

Due a retirement we are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electronics Technician to support R&D product development and testing as well as Operational fault finding and repair activities.

The successful candidate will have strong hands‑on experience working at component level, with the ability to inspect, assemble, and troubleshoot electronic systems to a high standard.

This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in electronics who enjoys problem‑solving, continuous improvement, and working within both R&D and repair environments.

We would like to consider candidates with some level of electronic component handling and fault finding (2-3yrs) but we do not need a seasoned technician for this position.

• Assist with prototype builds and development activities within the R&D function
• Carry out manual soldering and de‑soldering of through‑hole and surface mount components in line with IPC standards
• Perform inspection, repair, and rework of electronic assemblies to component level
• Conduct fault finding and diagnostics on electronic circuits and assemblies
• Interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and technical documentation to support repair and R&D activities
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and industry best practices, including IPC‑A‑610 requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, modifications, and test results
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and repair efficiency
• Work collaboratively with engineering and operations teams

• Relevant qualification in electronics or electrical engineering (HNC/HND)
• Ability to read and understand electronic schematics and technical drawings
• Strong hands‑on skills in manual soldering and assembly, including fine‑pitch SMD work
• Proven experience in electronic component inspection, fault finding and testing
• Experience working to IPC‑A‑610 standards (certification preferred)
• Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi‑meters, and signal generators
• High level of attention to detail and quality workmanship
• Experience with in industrial automation and control systems
• Exposure of servo drives and motion control systems
• Exposure to robotics systems and associated electronics

Please email a CV to dan