Electronics Assembly Technician

Electronic Assembly Technician / Product Support Technician (R&D)

Newport

30,000 - 35,000

Our client, based in South Wales is looking for a key individual to join their specialist team. This is an exciting opportunity for somebody to join their organisation, with excellent development opportunities.

You will be working within a small team, involved in the research & development, design and production of exciting projects.

The position will involve splitting between production/research and development depending on priorities and workload.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work independently on projects with minimal supervision
• Assembly/Test of prototype production products before handing over to production
• Reading complex electronic schematics, soldering down to component level and crimping of harness assemblies.
• Assembly/Test of current production products
• Support of in field upgrades/repairs which may include foreign travel
• Ability to think logically with safety at the forefront
• Ability to motivate and drive both yourself and surrounding team members

Skills:

• Hands-on experience assembling, testing and repairing electronic prototypes to component level
• Experience with RF (Radio frequency) would be advantageous
• Research & Development experience (Desirable, not essential)
• Hands-on experience with hand tools and programmable logic controllers
• Strong electronic knowledge
• Ability to work with power tools effectively
• Prior experience in assembly processes and attention to detail
• Certification in electrical or electronic assembly is a plus

Pay: 30,000.00- 35,000.00 per year