Hands-On Electronic & Mechanical Technician: Prototyping & Testing

Platform Recruitment; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Recruitment in Weston-super-Mare is seeking an Electronic & Mechanical Engineering Technician to support the assembly, testing and maintenance of a range of mechanical and electronic systems. The role involves hands-on engineering, prototyping, testing and problem-solving across laboratory, workshop and real-world environments.

You will collaborate with engineers on new technologies, perform diagnostics, document results and contribute to projects from development through testing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an engineering or technical environment.
• Relevant Level 3 engineering qualification or equivalent.
• Strong practical and problem-solving abilities.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• UK national eligible for security vetting.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, manufacture and modify mechanical components using workshop tools and equipment.
• Support research and development activities, working alongside engineers on new technologies and projects.
• Build, assemble and integrate mechanical and electronic systems, equipment and prototypes.
• Use 3D scanning technology and manual measurement equipment to inspect and assess components.
• Carry out laboratory testing, record technical data and analyse results.
• Assist with fault‑finding, diagnostics and troubleshooting across machinery, equipment and electronic systems.
• Support the assembly, installation and testing of electronic and control systems.
• Maintain workshop and laboratory equipment, ensuring facilities remain safe, organised and operational.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electronic engineering

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 engineering qualification

Tools

Workshop tools

3D scanning

Testing equipment

Job description

Platform Recruitment in Weston-super-Mare is seeking an Electronic & Mechanical Engineering Technician to support the assembly, testing and maintenance of a range of mechanical and electronic systems. The role involves hands-on engineering, prototyping, testing and problem-solving across laboratory, workshop and real-world environments.

You will collaborate with engineers on new technologies, perform diagnostics, document results and contribute to projects from development through testing.