Electro/Mechanical Assembler

CMD Recruitment Limited; Melksham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Friday

Job summary

CMD Recruitment Limited is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Assembler in Melksham to support the assembly and testing of safety-critical products used within the rail industry. You will work as part of a production team assembling, wiring and testing components to detailed instructions.

This ongoing temporary role offers £14.40 per hour, early finish every Friday, and the chance to develop hands-on mechanical and basic electrical skills with a global engineering business.

Qualifications

• Experience in an assembly/manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Ability to use a range of hand tools and read basic drawings.
• Experience with electrical/electronic components is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire and test products to drawings and specifications.
• Use hand tools and assembly equipment to complete work.
• Identify faulty parts and perform basic fault finding.
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure a safe, clean workspace.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Hand tools

Reading drawings

Quality checks

Tools

ATE equipment

IPC soldering (optional)

Job description

Electro/Mechanical Assembler (CMD-13459) Melksham, England

Salary: GBP14.4 - GBP14.4 per hour

Electro-Mechanical Assembler
Location: Melksham
Pay Rate: £14.40 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Temporary
Hours: Monday–Thursday 07:00–15:30 | Friday 07:00–12:00

Are you a hands‑on assembler with good mechanical skills and some experience working with basic electrical or electronic components?

We are recruiting for an Electro-Mechanical Assembler to join a global engineering business in Melksham, supporting the assembly and testing of safety‑critical products used within the rail industry.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and is confident using hand tools, mechanical assembly equipment and basic electrical/electronic components.

The Role

Working as part of a skilled production team, you will be responsible for assembling, wiring and testing products to detailed instructions and quality standards.

Your duties will include:

• Mechanical assembly of components and sub‑assemblies.
• Using a range of hand tools to complete assembly work.
• Basic electrical and electronic assembly, including wiring and connections.
• Following assembly instructions, drawings and technical specifications.
• Fitting and replacing mechanical and electrical components.
• Identifying and replacing faulty or damaged parts.
• Carrying out basic fault finding and product testing.
• Using ATE equipment to test completed products.
• Checking completed work to ensure it meets quality and specification requirements.
• Maintaining accurate production records and documentation.
• Working safely and maintaining a clean and organised work area.

About You

We're looking for practical, hands‑on candidates who are comfortable working across both mechanical and basic electrical/electronic assembly.

You may have experience as a:

• Electro-Mechanical Assembler
• Mechanical Assembler
• Electrical Assembler
• Manufacturing Operative with electrical experience

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in an assembly, manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Good practical skills and confidence using a range of hand tools.
• Experience with basic electrical wiring, connections or electronic components.
• The ability to read and follow engineering drawings or assembly instructions.
• Good attention to detail and a quality-focused approach.
• Experience carrying out basic testing or fault finding.
• Soldering experience would be advantageous, particularly IPC-A-610, but is not essential for the right candidate.
• A willingness to learn new products and processes.

The key requirement is a practical, hands‑on approach with the ability to work across both mechanical assembly and basic electrical/electronic tasks.

The Opportunity

• £14.40 per hour
• Ongoing temporary contract
• Early finish every Friday
• Opportunity to work within a global engineering and manufacturing business
• Potential for longer‑term opportunities for the right candidate

If you have a mechanical assembly background and some electrical/electronic experience, we'd be keen to hear from you.