Electro-Mechanical Wiring & Assembly Technician

Proactive Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A high level of ownership and autonomy

Fast-paced engineering environment

Process improvements and best practice

Job summary

Proactive Global in London specializes in advanced electro-mechanical systems for robotics and automation. This role focuses on electrical assembly, testing and on-site installation, working closely with engineers, technicians and project managers to deliver high-quality systems.

Based in East London, you will travel occasional UK/European installations, maintain strict traceability, and contribute to continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a hands-on technician or assembly role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with power and control panel wiring.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret electrical schematics and identify discrepancies.
• Experience interpreting engineering documentation including assembly instructions, technical drawings and 3D CAD assemblies.
• Competent in routing and terminating electrical wiring, cabling, pneumatic tubing and conduit.
• Confident using a wide range of workshop equipment, hand tools and power tools safely.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills with a practical engineering mindset.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing work to a consistently high standard.
• Proactive approach to identifying opportunities for continuous improvement within assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Flexible approach to work, with willingness to support occasional weekend work (time off in lieu provided).

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical assembly, wiring and functional testing of products in the workshop and at customer sites.
• Assemble, test and install complex electro-mechanical systems to engineering specifications.
• Build, inspect and test mechanical and electrical sub-assemblies used across multiple product lines.
• Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality standards whilst maintaining full component traceability.
• Diagnose and resolve assembly, wiring and mechanical issues to minimise production delays.
• Provide feedback to Engineering and Production teams to support continuous improvement of products and manufacturing processes.
• Work closely with Engineers, Technicians and Project Managers to ensure projects are delivered on schedule.
• Maintain a safe, organised and efficient working environment.

Skills

Power & control wiring

Schematic reading

Mechanical assembly

Fault diagnosis

Tool familiarity

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Proactive Global in London specializes in advanced electro-mechanical systems for robotics and automation. This role focuses on electrical assembly, testing and on-site installation, working closely with engineers, technicians and project managers to deliver high-quality systems.

Based in East London, you will travel occasional UK/European installations, maintain strict traceability, and contribute to continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.