Build and Wiring Technician

Optek Systems Inc.; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

OpTek Systems is seeking an entry-level Build team member in Abingdon to help assemble and wire electrical components based on assembly models and engineering instructions.

The role includes assembling bespoke machinery, fitting and wiring components, installing according to schematics, and using hand tools and measuring equipment. You will work to meet tight deadlines and collaborate with other departments. Full training provided for those eager to start in engineering.

Qualifications

• Able to read and interpret schematics, electrical diagrams and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail to work accurately in high-precision environment.
• Capable of using hand and power tools such as wire strippers, crimpers, spanners and drills.
• Good time management to meet strict deadlines.
• Quality assurance mindset for fault finding and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble bespoke machinery from start to finish based on schematic and layout drawings.
• Fit, wire, and build laser precision machinery.
• Install electrical components according to schematics.
• Perform electrical wiring based on schematics and drawings.
• Use hand tools, measuring equipment, hand drills, and pillar drills.
• Work efficiently to meet deadlines and collaborate with other departments.

Skills

Read schematics

Attention to detail

Hand & power tools

Time management

Education

GCSE/BTEC/A-level in engineering

Tools

Wire strippers/crimpers

Pillar drills

Measuring equipment

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM

OpTek Systems is a global supplier of laser processing tools and sub-contract laser machining services.

This is a hands-on entry-level role within our Build team. You'll help to assemble and wire electrical components based on assembly models and engineering instructions.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Reporting to the Build Supervisor, responsibilities for this role include:

• Assembling bespoke machinery from start to finish based on schematic and layout drawings.


• Fitting, wiring, and building laser precision machinery.


• Installing electrical components according to schematics.


• Performing electrical wiring based on schematics and drawings.


• Utilizing hand tools, measuring equipment, hand drills, and pillar drills.


• Working efficiently to meet strict deadlines.


• Collaborating with other departments to meet project deadlines and quality standards.

Additionally, the role may involve other duties and responsibilities as appropriate for the position.

Role Requirements:

• Aptitude to read schematics, electrical diagrams and technical drawings


• Strong attention to detail, able to work accurately in a high-precision environment


• Aptitude to use hand and power tools such as wire strippers/crimpers, spanners and power drills etc.


• Good time management


• Quality assurance identifying faulting finding and repairs

Education and/or Experience:

• Aptitude towards electrical and mechanical engineering demonstrated through related GCSE’s, BTEC or A levels.


• Experience in an engineering environment building electro-mechanical equipment desirable but not essential as full training will be provided


• Experience in installation of electrical control cabinets, machine assembly and working with 3D models and electrical drawings desirable but not essential as full training will be provided

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