Engineering Technician

Platform Recruitment; Cringleford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Recruitment is seeking an Engineering Technician in Cringleford, Norfolk. You will support testing, prototyping, equipment maintenance and laboratory operations within a collaborative product development team.

Responsibilities include building prototypes, setting up tests, PCB work and keeping accurate records, while contributing to continuous improvement and learning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on engineering experience in a lab, workshop or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to assemble, build and modify prototypes and test equipment.
• Experience with soldering and PCB assembly, reading drawings and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up, carry out and monitor tests on products and assemblies.
• Assemble prototypes, test rigs and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Carry out PCB assembly, soldering and rework as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
• Maintain maintenance, calibration and testing records.
• Manage stock levels of components and workshop materials.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Prototype construction

Testing and verification

Soldering and PCB assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Tools

PCB testing equipment

Electro-mechanical test tools

Job description

Engineering Technician | Cringleford, Norfolk

Are you a hands-on Engineering Technician who enjoys building, testing and problem-solving? We're working with an innovative product development consultancy that designs and develops cutting-edge medical and healthcare technologies for a range of global clients. Due to continued growth, they're looking for an Engineering Technician to provide practical support across testing, prototyping, equipment maintenance and laboratory operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where you'll play a key role in supporting product development from concept through to verification, helping engineers bring new products to market.

The Role

As an Engineering Technician, you'll provide practical engineering support across testing, prototype builds, equipment maintenance and documentation, ensuring projects run smoothly while maintaining high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up, carry out and monitor tests on products, components and assemblies following defined procedures.
• Assemble prototypes, test rigs and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Carry out PCB assembly, soldering and rework.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on workshop and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, calibration and testing records.
• Manage stock levels of components, consumables and workshop materials.

About You

• Experience in a hands-on engineering, laboratory, workshop or manufacturing technician role.
• Strong practical skills with the ability to assemble, build and modify prototypes and test equipment.
• Experience with soldering, PCB assembly and electronic test equipment.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing engineering consultancy working on innovative healthcare and medical technology projects. You'll gain exposure to a wide variety of products and technologies while working in a collaborative environment that encourages learning, development and continuous improvement