Electro-Mechanical Technician

Mane Contract Services; Rugby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mane Contract Services is recruiting a Manufacturing Technician to build, assemble, wire and test specialist machinery and prototype equipment. The role emphasizes electro-mechanical assembly, precision wiring, and fault diagnosis from electrical schematics.

You will read and interpret electrical drawings, use hand and power tools safely, and contribute to quality standards while working alongside a manufacturing engineering team.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, electro-mechanical or manufacturing assembly.
• Strong wiring, soldering and cable termination skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Good attention to detail and methodical assembly and fault finding.
• Strong manual dexterity and practical problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electro-mechanical assembly of special-purpose machinery and prototype units.
• Undertake precision assembly of prototype and production equipment.
• Complete point-to-point wiring, cable crimping, looming and termination work to a high standard.
• Carry out soldering and wiring to the required specifications.
• Read, interpret and work from electrical wiring diagrams, circuit diagrams and assembly drawings.
• Locate, diagnose and rectify faults within electrical power supply equipment.
• Carry out general mechanical and electrical assembly work as required.
• Correctly use, maintain and care for a range of hand tools, power tools, test equipment and measuring instruments.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately, safely and in accordance with relevant procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Electro-mechanical assembly

Wiring and soldering

Reading electrical schematics

Fault finding & diagnostics

Attention to detail

Independence & teamwork

Tools

Crimping tools

Wire strippers & cutters

Screwdrivers

Spanners & ratchets

Electric power tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician to build, assemble, wire and test a range of special-purpose machinery and prototype equipment. The successful candidate will have strong electro-mechanical assembly skills, good attention to detail, and the ability to interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics.

Electrical & Electro-Mechanical Assembly

• Carry out electro-mechanical assembly of special-purpose machinery and prototype units.
• Undertake precision assembly of prototype and production equipment.
• Complete point-to-point wiring, cable crimping, looming and termination work to a high standard.
• Carry out soldering and wiring to the required specifications.
• Read, interpret and work from electrical wiring diagrams, circuit diagrams and assembly drawings.
• Locate, diagnose and rectify faults within electrical power supply equipment.
• Carry out general mechanical and electrical assembly work as required.
• Correctly use, maintain and care for a range of hand tools, power tools, test equipment and measuring instruments.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately, safely and in accordance with relevant procedures and quality standards.

Tools & Practical Skills

The successful candidate must be confident using a variety of hand and power tools, including:

• Crimping tools
• Wire strippers and cutters
• Screwdrivers
• Spanners and ratchet sets
• Electric power tools
• Electrical test and measuring equipment

Key Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in electrical, electro-mechanical or manufacturing assembly.
• Good practical skills with wiring, soldering and cable termination.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to assembly and fault finding.
• Good manual dexterity and practical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering/manufacturing team