PCB Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK offers a rewarding opportunity in their Electronic Engineering team. The role involves providing technical support for innovative PCB design and assembly projects, requiring both local and international collaboration. This position promises a unique chance to develop a specialized skill set in a growing sector.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a familiarity with PCB technologies.
• Effective communicator with a proactive attitude.
• Organised, dedicated to quality within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Explore and implement new tools and processes.
• Understand materials and production methods for PCB assembly.
• Conduct evaluations and engage with manufacturing teams.
• Support standardized approaches and documentation.
• Investigate component-level failures for quality improvement.

Skills

Familiarity with PCB design and production

Effective communication

Proactive and organized mindset

Attention to deadlines

Willingness to travel

Job description

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Working within the Electronic Engineering team, this role provides technical support across UK and International projects on the development of new methods in printed circuit board design, production, and assembly. It offers a rare chance to build a broad and specialised technical skill set not typically found elsewhere in the sector.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the exploration and implementation of new tools and processes, both in the UK and internationally, through partnerships with internal teams and external suppliers — occasional overseas travel may be required.
• Gaining an understanding of the materials, behaviours, and production methods used in PCB and circuit card assembly, with a focus on their suitability for demanding operational environments.
• Carrying out laboratory-based evaluations of fabrication and assembly processes, while engaging directly with manufacturing teams and PCB vendors.
• Supporting the introduction of standardised approaches and documentation in line with both national and international engineering practices.
• Taking part in investigations of component- or board-level failures to support quality and reliability improvements.

What are we looking for?

• Familiarity with technologies involved in the design, production, and assembly of printed circuit boards
• Effective communicator, able to maintain consistent dialogue with colleagues and stakeholders both in person and remotely
• Proactive and focused, with an organised mindset and a genuine interest in developing skills and knowledge alongside others
• Dedicated to meeting goals within set deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work
• Willing and able to travel, including internationally, as required by project demands