Electronics Technician

J&T Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industry firm in London is seeking an experienced individual to design hardware for control systems and manage installations in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have strong soldering skills, programming knowledge, and a practical approach to unique projects. A competitive salary of £37,000 - £44,000 per annum is offered.

Qualifications

• Expertise in hardware design and power management systems.
• Strong soldering skills and familiar with fault-finding techniques.
• Proficiency in high-level programming languages (C, C++, BASIC).
• Familiarity with microcontrollers for control applications.

Responsibilities

• Design hardware for 3-phase control systems.
• Install power distribution systems and manage installations.
• Perform general soldering for PCBs.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems.

Skills

Hardware design

Soldering skills

Proficiency in programming languages

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

This is for our Client, who is an industry-leading company with over 35 years of experience in creating physical special effects for Film, Television, Commercials, Live Events, and Exhibitions. Their wide range of services includes pyrotechnics, atmospherics, animatronics, models & miniatures, props, prosthetics, and special costumes.

Salary Range £37,000 - £44,000 per annum

Main Responsibilities

• Design hardware for 3-phase control systems, including component specification and installation.
• Work with high-power motors, actuators, or industrial automation systems.
• Install power distribution systems and manage large electrical installations.
• Perform general soldering for PCBs and wiring looms.
• Research and specify components for small-scale battery-powered and larger-scale electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems.
• Maintain workshop equipment and adhere to safe practices in electronics.
• Adapt to last-minute changes in project briefs.
• Occasionally travel for off-site work worldwide.
• Expertise in hardware design and power management systems.
• Strong soldering skills and familiarity with fault-finding techniques.
• Proficiency in high-level programming languages (e.g., C, C++, BASIC).
• Practical and hands-on approach to unique, prototype-based projects.
• Familiarity with microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, PIC) for power and motor control.
• Knowledge of DMX or other show control systems.
• Experience in PCB design and production.
• Understanding of electrical firing systems for stage pyrotechnics.

Key Attributes

• Flexibility to handle dynamic project demands.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel and work in varied environments.

Required Skills