Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician

Rapiscan Systems is an industry leader in detection technology, providing cargo and vehicle inspection systems and services for ports, borders, military, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints to help customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. We offer a broad array of scanning system configurations that leverage low-, medium-, and high-energy X-ray technology—or multiple X-ray technologies—to address each customer’s unique security application requirements. Our commitment to excellence in imaging performance, innovative design, and uncompromising quality ensures our solutions consistently deliver best-in-class imaging, high reliability, and operator satisfaction, to help customers find threats and contraband with ease and confidence.

Role Overview

The Electro-Mechanical Technician plays a key role in the assembly and integration of complex x-ray machines including but not limited to the following skills: Mechanical fitting, cabling and integration of PCBs, servers, cooling systems, HV power supplies, Lead working etc.

1. Assembly of RTT machines from engineering drawings and Job element sheets.
2. Ensure quality of build in all areas.
3. Assist in other areas of shop floor as required.
4. Ensure familiarity with stores and stock control and assist when directed.
5. Support the development of Lean principles within the work area.
6. Support the improvement of the facility, including implementation of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, NCP, Kaizen.
7. Compliance with all Health and safety policies.
8. May be required to assist in testing and FAT.

1. 5 years’ experience of assembling complex electro-mechanical products.
2. Ability to work quickly and accurately.
3. Adaptability, good communication skills.
4. Ability to work on own initiative following company procedures.
5. Ability to perform basic testing and problem solving.
6. Ability to work accurately to procedures producing work of consistent high quality.
7. Able to integrate well into an established team supporting and assisting colleagues.
8. GCSE level maths and English.
9. Good mechanical and workshop skills.
10. A good general technical and electro-mechanical mind-set including the understanding of complex electrical and mechanical documentation, drawings, and specifications.
11. Understanding of electrical and mechanical safety standards.
12. Experience of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kanban etc.