Electro/Mechanical Assembler

CMD Recruitment; Melksham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish on Fridays

Immediate start

Job summary

CMD Recruitment is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Assembler in Melksham to support the assembly and testing of safety-critical products used in rail applications. You will work with hand tools, assemble mechanical sub-assemblies and perform basic electrical wiring under detailed instructions.

The role offers a pay rate of £14.40 per hour on an ongoing temporary contract, with Monday-Thursday days and early finish on Fridays. An immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in an assembly, manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Good practical skills and confidence with hand tools.
• Experience with basic electrical wiring or electronic components.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings or assembly instructions.
• Attention to detail and quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire and test products to detailed instructions and quality standards.
• Mechanically assemble components and sub-assemblies.
• Use hand tools to complete assembly work.
• Perform basic electrical connections and wiring.
• Follow drawings, specifications and maintain records.
• Identify and replace faulty parts and carry out basic fault finding.
• Use test equipment to verify completed products.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Hand tools

Electrical wiring

Reading engineering drawings

Tools

ATE equipment

Soldering IPC-A-610 (advantageous)

Job description

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
• Production Technician
• Panel Wirer
• Test Technician
• PCB Technician
• Engineering Technician
• 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 Opportunity

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