Electronics Technician – Test & Repair

Technical Placements; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global electro-mechanical manufacturing company is seeking an Electronics Technician – Test & Repair to join their engineering team in Folkestone. The ideal candidate will possess strong soldering skills and experience in electronics fault finding. This role involves testing and calibration of components while providing excellent customer service. Benefits include a competitive salary, company bonus, and a friendly work environment. Candidates should have a background in Maths, English, and Science, as well as practical assembly skills.

Benefits

Company bonus structure

Free parking

Tea & coffee provided

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and practical assembly skills.
• Experience in electronics or mechanical assembly or fault finding is preferred.
• Able to work methodically and thoroughly to ensure quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and calibration on components and assemblies.
• Conduct fault-finding and diagnosis on electronic assemblies.
• Prepare test reports and maintain equipment.

Skills

Soldering

General electronics fault finding

Measurement and test protocols

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Presentation skills

Education

Education in Maths, English, and Science subjects

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multi-meters

Job description

Electronics Technician – Test & Repair

Electronics Technician – Test & Repair required for electro‑mechanical product manufacturing company based in Folkestone, Kent. Established in 1926, this small but globally reaching business designs and manufactures innovative high‑quality testing equipment for industry (construction, marine, power, oil & gas etc).

This is a great opportunity to become a key member of the small friendly Engineering Team, offering a competitive salary, company bonus structure, 39 hours per week (early finish Fridays!), free parking, tea & coffee and exciting prospects with this highly successful business. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, be competent at soldering and general electronics fault finding, and ideally have experience in a similar role.

Role Purpose

The Test & Repair team share two key roles in the business;

• Testing & calibration of components, sub‑assemblies and final assemblies which form a crucial part of the Quality Assurance Plan.
• Repair and re‑calibration of customer instruments – vital customer service and a recognised revenue‑generation element within the business.

The products involved are a combination of brand‑new digital electronics, high voltage electronics (AC or DC, up to ~50kV), underwater corrosion monitoring equipment, low voltage electronics, and the servicing of older analogue electronics.

Responsibilities, Goals & Objectives

Measurement, Test and Calibration.

• Carry out in‑process measurement, test, or calibration according to defined specifications.
• Prepare & issue test reports & calibration certificates.
• Maintain test & measurement equipment in good working order and to propose improvements as appropriate.
• Thoroughly & methodically self‑check and confirm that work is carried out without error.

Fault‑finding, Diagnosis and Repair

• Fault‑finding of electronic and electromechanical assemblies
• Diagnosis of problems using test equipment including oscilloscope, multi‑meters, etc.
• Disassembly, repair and reassembly of customer instruments, including testing and quality certification
• Thorough and methodical approach to work, to ensure quality and functionality of products returned to customers

Person Requirements

• Appropriate education including Maths, English and Science subjects
• Practical ability including assembly of intricate parts, soldering & workshop skills.
• Computer literate, with appropriate capability in MS Office products.
• Presentation and Reporting skills, appropriate command of written & spoken English.
• Working experience in electronics / mechanical assembly or fault‑finding.
• Enthusiasm, Energy & Drive. Potential to grow with the business.
• Entitlement to work in the UK.

Our client is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced individuals.