Electro Mechanical Assembler

Orion Electrotech; Orpington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing firm in Orpington is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembler for a contract role. You will assemble components, perform soldering, operate test equipment, and interpret technical drawings to ensure high-quality production. The ideal candidate has proven assembly experience and is comfortable using various tools in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical, electrical, or optical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and electrical assembly drawings.
• Skilled in soldering and wiring.
• Familiarity with electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and optical components.
• Experience operating lathe/CNC machinery.
• Confidence in using a range of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components to precise specifications using engineering and schematic drawings.
• Perform soldering and wiring of electronic components to industry standards.
• Operate test equipment to verify unit compliance.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments during assembly tasks.
• Interpret technical drawings for parts modification.
• Package and inspect final assemblies for dispatch readiness.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Soldering

Wiring

CNC machinery operation

Technical drawing interpretation

Tools

Multimeter

Spectrometer

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Assembler

Location: Orpington

Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Friday 08:00 am – 1:00 pm

Pay: £14.00 – £18.00 PH (DOE)

Type: 3–6 Months contract

Start Date: Immediate

Our client is a well-established manufacturer who is looking for an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembler to join the team on a contract basis.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components to precise specifications using engineering and schematic drawings
• Perform soldering and wiring of electronic components to industry standards
• Operate test equipment (e.g., spectrometers, multimeters) to verify unit compliance
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments during assembly tasks
• Interpret technical drawings to produce or modify parts using lathe and/or CNC machinery
• Package and inspect final assemblies for dispatch readiness
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical, electrical, or optical assembly (or a similar technical role)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and electrical assembly drawings
• Skilled in soldering and wiring
• Familiarity with electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and optical components
• Experience operating lathe/CNC machinery
• Confidence in using a range of hand and power tools
• Capable of light lifting and carrying tasks when required

Application

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Electro-Mechanical Assembler who enjoys working in a hands-on, high-precision technical role and takes pride in producing quality assemblies in a fast-paced environment.

Interested? Apply today or contact Paige Alberyat Orion Recruitment (Reading) for more information.

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