Electromechanical Technician

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Bonus

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Private medical and dental

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd in Swindon is seeking an experienced Electromechanical Technician to join a skilled engineering and production team. The role involves assembling, integrating, testing, and maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems in a hands-on environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills, the ability to read engineering drawings and schematics, and a dedicated focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Experienced in assembling, integrating, testing, and maintaining electro-mechanical systems and sub-assemblies.
• Hands-on role requiring strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics.
• Maintains certification records and documentation with quality focus.
• Health & safety conscious with good housekeeping and timely reporting of defects.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the assembly and integration of structures, assemblies, and mechanical sub-assemblies.
• Perform precision drilling, fastening, bracket installation, and harness routing.
• Conduct inspections on composite, metallic, and hybrid structures.
• Complete rigging, alignment, and mechanical adjustment activities.
• Identify, document, and report defects, damage, or non-conformities.
• Install, wire, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems, including control systems, sensors, power distribution, and communication equipment.
• Support software and firmware loading and system configuration where required.
• Conduct testing, functional checks, and support system readiness activities.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and system faults using appropriate test equipment.
• Read and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, technical schematics, work instructions, and maintenance documentation.
• Maintain accurate certification records, maintenance documentation, component traceability, and non-conformance reports.
• Work to production schedules and project deadlines.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and housekeeping at all times.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Mechanical assembly

Fault finding

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Test equipment

Wiring diagrams

Control systems

Job description

Electromechanical TechnicianLocation:Swindon

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE

Be open to Training in Portugal for short periods

About theElectromechanical Technician Role

We're looking for an experienced Electromechanical Technicianto join a skilled engineering and production team responsible for assembling, integrating, testing, and maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems and sub-assemblies. This is a hands-on position requiring strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work within a quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities of theElectromechanical Technician

• Carry out the assembly and integration of structures, assemblies, and mechanical sub-assemblies
• Perform precision drilling, fastening, bracket installation, and harness routing
• Conduct inspections on composite, metallic, and hybrid structures
• Complete rigging, alignment, and mechanical adjustment activities
• Identify, document, and report defects, damage, or non-conformities
• Install, wire, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems, including control systems, sensors, power distribution, and communication equipment
• Support software and firmware loading and system configuration where required
• Conduct testing, functional checks, and support system readiness activities
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and system faults using appropriate test equipment
• Read and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, technical schematics, work instructions, and maintenance documentation
• Maintain accurate certification records, maintenance documentation, component traceability, and non-conformance reports
• Work to production schedules and project deadlines
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and housekeeping at all times

What We're Looking For in aElectromechanical Technician

• Previous experience in a Electromechanical Technician, Assembly Technician, Fitter, Maintenance Technician, or precision manufacturing role is essential
• Experience with bracketry, harnessing, drilling, fastening, and mechanical assembly
• Basic Electrical experience and integrating all systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail with a quality-focused approach
• Self-motivated and adaptable with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively to deadlines and quality requirements
• Health & Safety conscious with a professional approach to workmanship
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• £30-40k
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Private medical and dental