Cleanroom Mechanical Assembly Technician – Precision & Testing

Placr Recruitment; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Life insurance

Job summary

Placr Recruitment's client in East Sussex seeks a Mechanical Assembly Technician for a strict cleanroom environment. You will perform precision mechanical and electrical assembly from detailed drawings, ensuring high-quality performance while maintaining cleanliness.

You will read specifications, wire and test sub-assemblies, and work under UHV/cleanroom standards. A strong engineering background with hands-on skills is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on mechanical assembly experience from precision engineering or low-volume production.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Wiring, electrical testing or electromechanical assembly experience is advantageous.
• Methodical approach with commitment to quality and cleanroom standards.
• UHV or cleanroom experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision mechanical assembly and hand fitting of complex components.
• Assemble mechanical and electrical sub-assemblies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out specialist wiring and electrical testing.
• Work to cleanroom and UHV standards and maintain quality records.
• Support new product introductions and manufacturing documentation improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production and Quality teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Precision fitting

Reading drawings

Electrical testing

Wiring

Electromechanical assembly

Attention to detail

Education

A level 3 engineering qualification / apprenticeship / HNC/HND

Job description

Placr Recruitment's client in East Sussex seeks a Mechanical Assembly Technician for a strict cleanroom environment. You will perform precision mechanical and electrical assembly from detailed drawings, ensuring high-quality performance while maintaining cleanliness.

You will read specifications, wire and test sub-assemblies, and work under UHV/cleanroom standards. A strong engineering background with hands-on skills is essential for success in this role.