Mechanical Engineer - Hands-On SMD & PCB Repair (Training)

The Best Connection; Wallington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established client in Wallington, UK. This role offers a stable, full-time opportunity within a supportive technical environment. Responsibilities include SMD placement, diagnosing faults, and testing products. Ideal candidates will have experience in engineering or electronics, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Benefits include PPE, weekly pay, and 28 days paid annual leave.

Benefits

PPE provided where required

Weekly pay

Online payslips

28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an engineering or electronics-based role.
• Strong SMD placement and rework skills.
• Confident in fault-finding and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Hand placement of surface mount devices (SMD).
• Rework SMD and through-hole PCBs by hand.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs using schematics.
• Hand soldering of surface-mount and through-hole components.
• Test products using standard test equipment.
• Program and test products (training provided).

Skills

Experience in engineering or electronics

SMD placement and rework

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Ability to read schematics

Attention to detail

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established client in Wallington, UK. This role offers a stable, full-time opportunity within a supportive technical environment. Responsibilities include SMD placement, diagnosing faults, and testing products. Ideal candidates will have experience in engineering or electronics, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Benefits include PPE, weekly pay, and 28 days paid annual leave.