Production Technician

People Source Consulting trading as Experis; Conwy; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering company in North Wales is seeking a Production Technician/Engineer to join its production team. The role involves mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of bespoke geophysical equipment. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems, with opportunities for training and international travel.

Benefits

Company contributions to a private pension scheme

Relaxed work environment

Opportunities for international travel

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in a technician role is advantageous.
• Proactive mindset with transferable skills.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical and electrical assembly of tools and equipment.
• Fault finding and troubleshooting of systems.
• Calibration of data acquisition tools.

Skills

Practical mechanical skills

Practical electrical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork skills

Self-motivation

Problem-solving

IT literacy

Education

University degree in Engineering

HND in Engineering

Time-served apprenticeship

Tools

Test and measurement tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: Production Technician / Engineer

Location: Conwy, North Wales

Onsite role

Salary: Competitive

Experience: All levels considered – graduate or experienced

The Role:

A well-established engineering company that develops and manufactures geophysical borehole logging equipment is seeking a Production Technician / Engineer to join its production team. The company supplies a range of winches, probes, and accessories to clients globally, operating a low-volume, high-precision production process with many bespoke products.

Based in Glan Conwy, North Wales, the company offers a hands-on technical role that includes training on specialized tools and equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a solid practical understanding of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems. Flexibility and a proactive attitude are essential, as day-to-day responsibilities may vary in line with business needs.

Key Skills:

• Practical mechanical skills with an aptitude for precise work and a basic understanding of mechanical systems.
• Practical electrical and electronics skills with a good eye for detail, including soldering and a basic understanding of electronics and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with test and measurement tools such as multimeters, insulation testers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• Logical, methodical approach to fault-finding and troubleshooting.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills within a production setting.
• Self-motivation and decision-making confidence.
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO9001 is advantageous.
• IT literate, with proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools and email.

Key Duties:

• Mechanical and electrical assembly of tools and equipment.
• Undertaking repairs of tools returned from the field.
• Functional, performance, and reliability testing of products, including completion of acceptance documentation.
• Fault finding and troubleshooting of systems.
• Calibration of data acquisition tools.
• Creating test procedures and quality control documentation.
• Packaging and dispatch preparation for customer orders.
• Liaising with the manufacturing facility.

Qualifications/Experience:

• A university degree in Engineering, HND in Engineering, or a time-served apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
• Alternatively, a technical tradesperson with 3+ years’ experience in a technician role who possesses transferable skills and a proactive mindset will also be considered.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with skills and experience
• Company contributions to a private pension scheme
• A relaxed and friendly work environment in beautiful North Wales
• Opportunities for international travel