Production and Test Lead Technician

ACS Performance; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in infrared thermal imaging is seeking an experienced Production Technician to assemble and test high-precision products. The successful candidate will have solid electromechanical assembly experience and a strong understanding of electronics fundamentals. Key responsibilities include component fault finding, PCB repair, and SMT soldering. This role offers variety and problem-solving opportunities in a dynamic environment, ideal for those with a flexible, can-do attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience with electromechanical assembly and testing.
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals.
• Skilled in fault finding, debugging, and PCB rework.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical, optical, and electronic components.
• Perform component-level fault finding and diagnostics.
• Carry out PCB repair and SMT soldering.

Skills

Electromechanical assembly

Fault finding

Debugging

PCB rework

Cable harness assembly

SMT soldering

Education

Formal engineering or relevant technical qualification

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital Voltmeter (DVM)

Signal generator

Job description

Job Description

Production Technician - Electromechanical

We're working with a cutting-edge company in infrared thermal imaging, seeking an experienced Production Technician to join their growing team. This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone with solid electromechanical assembly experience, a sharp eye for detail, and a passion for working across a variety of technologies.

You'll be part of a small but skilled production team assembling and testing high‑precision products. Work varies from small cable assemblies to full system builds. Ideal for candidates who enjoy variety, problem‑solving, and have a flexible, can‑do attitude.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assembly and test of electromechanical, optical, and electronic components
• Component‑level fault finding and diagnostics
• PCB repair and SMT soldering (down to 0201 size)
• Wiring, cable harnessing, and schematic interpretation
• Use of test equipment (oscilloscope, DVM, signal generator)
• Documentation and record‑keeping of build and test processes

Required Skills & Experience:

• Formal engineering or relevant technical qualification
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals
• Skilled in fault finding, debugging, and PCB rework
• Confident with cable/harness assembly and SMT soldering
• Familiarity with standard t...