Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician

Austin Fraser; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician to join their Operations Team. In this vital role, you will contribute to the assembly of high-quality ultrasonic measuring equipment, ensuring that products meet rigorous standards. The position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills in soldering, assembly, and teamwork will shine. With a focus on detail and quality, you'll play a key part in delivering robust solutions for global industrial applications. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Group Life Insurance

Group Income Protection Insurance

Private Medical Insurance

3.5% Pension Contribution

Enhanced annual leave with length of service

Qualifications

• Experience with basic hand tools and soldering is essential.
• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute electro-mechanical assembly and sub-assembly tasks.
• Solder components to circuit boards and operate tools and machinery.
• Follow work instructions and quality assurance procedures.

Skills

Basic hand tools competency

Basic soldering skills

Electronic assembly techniques

Basic computer skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Tools

Manual tools

Power tools

Simple machinery

Job description

Cygnus Instruments manufactures state of the art, ruggedised, ultrasonic measuring equipment used in global industrial and subsea applications, shipping these products to approx. 80 countries per year.
Cygnus adopts a niche product strategy and resilient business model. We are also proud of a culture that emphasises learning, teamwork and actively promotes a 'no blame' approach to problem solving.

The Role:
The Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician position will be part of our tight-knit Operations Team, reporting to the Production Manager.
This will be a supportive role for the Production Manager, and the wider production team. This role will aid the organisation with its key objective to provide robust & high-quality products, whilst helping deliver its growing order book.
With the necessary training provided, the Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician would be able to build all products in the Cygnus range and take ownership of certain product builds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute electro-mechanical assembly and sub-assembly in all product areas as trained.
• Solder components/wires to circuit boards.
• Operate manual tools, power tools and simple machinery used in mechanical sub-assembly.
• Assemble pre-populated printed circuit boards into final product units.
• Read, interpret and follow work instructions, simple blueprints, and other written material.
• Recognize electrical components and basic functions.
• Use a variety of chemicals for bonding, encapsulation and overmoulding.
• Follow basic quality assurance procedures/requirements.
• Perform other duties as required in the role

Skills and experience required

• Competent with basic hand tools
• Basic soldering skills
• Use basic electronic assembly techniques
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to work unsupervised and as part of a team
• Must be able to multitask and stop/start a variety of jobs as required
• Be responsible and conscientious

Personal qualities:

• Strong attention to detail and driven to achieve high standards.
• Ability to prioritise, multitask and remain calm under pressure, and to strict deadlines.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to speak, read and write in English clearly and accurately
• Proactive approach to work, anticipating potential issues and dealing with them effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team

What's in it for you:
Salary: Competitive
Location: Our new Operations facility in Dorchester, Dorset
Contract type: Permanent
Benefits: Group Life Insurance, Group Income Protection Insurance, Private Medical insurance, 3.5% Pension Contribution, Enhanced annual leave with length of service

Working hours: 35hours per week
Condensed 4 day week (07:00 - 16:30, Mon - Thurs)