Engineering Technician

Wild Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Engineering Technician in Portsmouth to support design, testing, and maintenance of essential systems and processes. The role involves close collaboration with engineering teams to enhance operations, ensuring quality and compliance with health and safety standards. With strong technical qualifications and hands-on experience, you'll drive innovations and efficiency during your shifts from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience in an engineering environment.
• Familiarity with tools and technical schematics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembly, testing, and commissioning of systems.
• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Relevant technical qualification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

CAD systems

CMMS software

Job description

Engineering Technician

Portsmouth

Monday to Friday - Early Finishes On A Friday!!

£30,000 - £31,000

Wild Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client who are seeking a Technically minded Engineering Technician to support the design, testing, and maintenance of equipment, systems, and processes. Working closely with the Senior Engineer and production teams, you’ll apply practical skills and problem-solving abilities to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement across projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the assembly, testing, and commissioning of mechanical & electrical systems

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on equipment and machinery

• Support the Engineering Manager with training of operatives

• Programme machines to CAD & other technical drawings

• Carry out inspections and diagnostics to identify faults or improvements

• Maintain accurate records of tests, repairs, and calibrations

• Comply with health and safety regulations and ensure safe working practices

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving ideas

Requirements

• Relevant technical qualification

• Proven hands-on experience in a technical or engineering environment

• Familiarity with diagnostic tools, hand/power tools, and technical schematics

• Strong analytical and fault-finding skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team

• Good communication and documentation skills

• Knowledge of PLCs, CAD systems, or CMMS software

If you would like to know more about the role, please get in touch with Shannon Preston at Wild Recruitment today!!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.