AOI Technician

STR Group Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Bedford is seeking an AOI Technician to develop and optimise inspection routines for electronic assemblies. The ideal candidate has experience with AOI systems, knowledge of SMT processes, and strong attention to detail. Join us in delivering high-quality products through innovative inspection processes.

Qualifications

• Experience with AOI systems such as CyberOptics, Koh Young, and similar.
• Knowledge of SMT and PCB assembly processes.
• Ability to read assembly drawings and interpret data files.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise 3D AOI inspection routines.
• Carry out First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Train and support operators for consistent inspection quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

CyberOptics

Koh Young

Mirtec

Omron

Job description

Overview

AOI Technician

Bedford

£35k

Are you passionate about precision, technology, and quality? We're looking for a skilled AOI Technician to help us deliver top-tier electronic assemblies through advanced inspection processes.

What You'll Do

• Develop and optimise 3D AOI inspection routines for solder joints and component placement.
• Carry out First Article Inspections (FAI) and validate assemblies against build standards.
• Train and support operators to ensure consistent inspection quality.
• Analyse inspection results and collaborate with Engineering to improve processes.
• Keep AOI programs up to date with design changes, NPIs, and software updates.
• Support ongoing quality and yield improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Experience with AOI systems (CyberOptics, Koh Young, Mirtec, Omron, or similar).
• Knowledge of SMT and PCB assembly processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to read assembly drawings and interpret data files.
• Confident using inspection software and computer systems.
• A proactive, team-focused approach and excellent communication skills.

Our Values

We succeed by working together with care, integrity, hard work, positivity, and synergy — supporting each other and striving for excellence in everything we do.