Assembly Technician

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Assembly Technician for a 6-month contract in Milton Keynes. The role involves mechanical and electrical assembly of electric vehicle batteries, interpreting technical drawings, and operating various tools and machinery. Candidates should have experience in mechanical and electrical systems, and battery assembly is a plus. The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and innovation in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge EV technology

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation.
• Comfortable using hand tools, machinery, and basic test equipment.
• Experience in battery assembly/testing is a plus.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.
• Health & safety awareness and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical and electrical assembly of EV batteries.
• Interpreting and working from technical drawings and build instructions.
• Operating hand tools, machinery, and testing equipment.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Supporting engineering builds, trials, and troubleshooting.
• Participating in process improvements and team collaboration.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical systems

Technical documentation interpretation

Operating hand tools

Battery assembly/testing

Tools

Volt meters

Hand tools

Machinery

Job description

Assembly Technician - EV Batteries (6-Month Contract)
Location: Milton Keynes, UK
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm
Contract: 6-month Temporary (covering leave of absence)

We are looking for a skilled Assembly Technician to join our client in Milton Keynes, supporting the assembly and testing of electric vehicle (EV) battery systems. This hands-on role involves both mechanical and electrical work in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mechanical and electrical assembly of EV batteries

• Interpreting and working from technical drawings and build instructions

• Operating hand tools, machinery, and testing equipment (e.g. volt meters)

• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace

• Supporting engineering builds, trials, and troubleshooting

• Participating in process improvements and team collaboration

Requirements:

• Proven experience in both mechanical and electrical systems

• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation

• Comfortable using hand tools, machinery, and basic test equipment

• Experience in battery assembly/testing is a plus

• Strong team player with the ability to work independently

• Health & safety awareness and adherence to procedures

What We Offer:

• Dynamic, collaborative working environment

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge EV technology

• Supportive team culture focused on safety, quality, and innovation

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