Electronics Lab Technician: Prototype Build & Testing

Redline Group - Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies; Newbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in Newbury is seeking an Electronics Laboratory Technician to support prototype development, testing, and lab activities on a permanent basis. This entry-level role offers clear progression toward a Junior Electronics Engineer.

You will assist with prototype builds, testing, soldering, and maintaining lab equipment, while working under guidance from engineers in a fast-paced innovation environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Electronics or a related field (HNC/HND, BTEC, T-Level, apprenticeship or similar).
• Strong hands-on interest in electronics, testing and product development.
• Basic understanding of electronic components, circuits and PCB assemblies.
• Some experience using test equipment such as multimeters or oscilloscopes.
• Practical soldering skills or willingness to develop these.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn from experienced engineers.
• Exposure to embedded systems, PCB design tools, or programming (e.g. Arduino, Python, C) would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support prototype builds, PCB assembly, rework, and proof-of-concept activities.
• Assist with board bring-up, testing, and basic fault finding under engineer guidance.
• Carry out manual testing of electronic assemblies and embedded products.
• Use laboratory equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
• Perform soldering, de-soldering, and modification of prototype hardware.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, and stock in a safe and organised manner.
• Record test results, build notes, and issue reports accurately.
• Support component identification, BOM checking, and sample preparation.
• Assist with PCB and assembly inspection to identify faults or quality issues.
• Support EMC testing activities and operate test equipment where required.
• Work closely with engineers, contributing to project discussions and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Hands-on electronics

Test equipment use

Soldering

Attention to detail

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Embedded systems exposure

Education

HNC/HND

BTEC

T-Level

Apprenticeship

Tools

Arduino

Python

C programming

Job description

Our client in Newbury is seeking an Electronics Laboratory Technician to support prototype development, testing, and lab activities on a permanent basis. This entry-level role offers clear progression toward a Junior Electronics Engineer.

You will assist with prototype builds, testing, soldering, and maintaining lab equipment, while working under guidance from engineers in a fast-paced innovation environment.