Production and Test Lead Technician

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

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking an experienced Production Technician to join their growing team. The role involves hands-on assembly and testing of electromechanical products, requiring solid skills in fault finding, PCB repair, and SMT soldering. This position is ideal for candidates who thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy problem-solving, and seek variety in their work tasks. A formal engineering qualification is essential. Join us to contribute to innovative technologies in infrared thermal imaging.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in electromechanical assembly and testing.
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals is essential.
• Confidence in fault finding, debugging, and PCB rework.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical, optical, and electronic components.
• Perform component-level fault finding and diagnostics.
• Document and record build and test processes accurately.

Skills

Electromechanical assembly

Fault finding and diagnostics

PCB repair and SMT soldering

Cable/harness assembly

Debugging

Education

Formal engineering or relevant technical qualification

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital Multimeter (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...