Assembly Technician

Redtech Recruitment Ltd.; New Alresford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

RedTech Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Assembly Technician for a hands-on role assembling precision mechanical, optical and electronic components, supporting prototypes and production. Eligibility for DV Security Clearance is required, with long UK residency history.

Five days onsite in North Uttlesford/Greater Cambridge Area; driving licence preferred. Salary ranges from £26,500 to £30,000, rising to £34,000 for highly experienced technicians.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling mechanical, optical or electronic components.
• Strong practical skills and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow engineering drawings and workflows.
• Experience with soldering, wiring or cable harness assembly is beneficial.
• Willing and eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance.
• Full UK driving licence or commitment to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical, optical and electronic products and components.
• Follow engineering drawings and documented assembly processes.
• Support prototype builds where instructions may still be developing.
• Carry out soldering, wiring, cable harnessing and mechanical integration.
• Inspect completed work and report defects or non-conformances.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, organisation and cleanliness.
• Support labelling, packing and dispatch when required.

Skills

Experience assembling components

Practical skills & manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Follow engineering drawings

Hand tools & power tools

Soldering & wiring

DV clearance eligible

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision instruments

Job description

Job Description

Assembly Technician

A unique opportunity for an Assembly Technician to join a cutting-edge technology company developing highly innovative hardware products.

This is a hands‑on role assembling precision mechanical, optical and electronic components, supporting both prototype builds and established production work.

The position could suit an experienced Assembly Technician or a practical, technically minded graduate or entry‑level technician who enjoys building and assembling products.

Due to the nature of some client projects, you must be willing and eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance. This generally requires a long‑term UK residency history (typically 10+ years) and the ability to pass government security vetting. You can join the team and work on other commercial projects while your clearance application is progressing.

Location

North Uttlesford / Greater Cambridge Area – five days onsite. A driving licence is strongly preferred as the office is not accessible by public transport.

Salary: £26,500–£30,000, rising to £34,000 for a highly experienced technician.

Requirements for Assembly Technician:

• Experience assembling mechanical, optical or electronic components
• Strong practical skills and manual dexterity
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and cleanliness
• Ability to follow engineering drawings and documented workflows
• Experience using hand tools, power tools and precision instruments
• Experience with soldering, wiring or cable harness assembly would be beneficial
• Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Due to the nature of some client projects, you must be willing and eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance. This generally requires a long‑term UK residency history (typically 10+ years) and the ability to pass government security vetting. You can join the team and work on other commercial projects while your clearance application is progressing.
• A full UK driving licence, or a commitment to obtaining one within six months of starting

*** A degree is not essential, although the role may suit a graduate from an electronics, mechanical engineering, manufacturing or related technical background.

Responsibilities for Assembly Technician:

• Assemble mechanical, optical and electronic products and components
• Follow engineering drawings and documented assembly processes
• Support prototype builds where instructions may still be developing
• Carry out soldering, wiring, cable harnessing and mechanical integration
• Inspect completed work and report defects or non‑conformances
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, organisation and cleanliness
• Support labelling, packing and dispatch when required

Keywords: Assembly Technician / Production Technician / Hardware Technician / Mechanical Assembler / Manufacturing Technician / Electronics Assembler / Build Technician / Precision Assembly Technician

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at RedTech. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.