Production and Test Lead Technician

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

Job summary

A cutting-edge technology company in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Production Technician to join their growing team. This hands-on role requires solid electromechanical assembly experience, attention to detail, and a can-do attitude. Responsibilities include assembling and testing high-precision products, along with component-level diagnostics and PCB repairs. The ideal candidate will possess a formal engineering qualification and a strong understanding of electronics fundamentals. Join a skilled team focused on innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals.
• Skilled in fault finding, debugging, and PCB rework.
• Confident with cable/harness assembly and SMT soldering.

Responsibilities

• Assembly and test of electromechanical, optical, and electronic components.
• Component-level fault finding and diagnostics.
• Documentation and record-keeping of build and test processes.

Skills

Fault finding

Debugging

PCB rework

Cable/harness assembly

SMT soldering

Education

Formal engineering or relevant technical qualification

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital Volt Meter (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...