Production Electronic Engineer

Pertemps; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Production Electronic Engineer based in Oxford. This role involves testing, repairing, and debugging advanced electronic products for diverse industries. The ideal candidate will supervise the Test team, ensure product quality, and provide technical support, requiring a strong background in PCB debugging and electronics. A competitive salary of £42,000 per annum is offered along with various benefits such as a pension scheme, annual leave, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% company pension

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life cover

Private medical insurance (including optical and dental)

Permanent health insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering or equivalent experience (5+ years preferred).
• Strong PCB debug experience with SMT and through-hole rework skills.
• Ability to read schematics; experience with CAD/Altium is an advantage.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Test team and provide technical and observational support.
• Ensure product quality through final testing, report analysis, visual checks.
• Diagnose and repair faults in assemblies, sub-assemblies and PCBs.
• Maintain and verify camera test facilities.
• Write and update test specifications and instructions.
• Generate investigation and test reports for management and development teams.
• Manage the repair and RMA process.
• Provide technical support to Production, Quality, Supply Chain and Stock teams.
• Contribute to new product development.
• Support prototype testing and continuous improvement.
• Participate in training for flexible working.

Skills

PCB debug experience

SMT and through-hole rework skills

Ability to read schematics

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated and independent work

Organised and team-oriented

Enthusiastic and committed

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

CAD/Altium

Job description

Production Electronic Engineer

Location: Oxford

Salary: £42,000 per annum

This role involves testing, repairing and debugging advanced electronic products used across entertainment, engineering and scientific industries. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Electronic Engineer ensures high-quality output through PCB-level diagnostics, test development and technical support across the production and RMA processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 10% company pension
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Life cover
• Private medical insurance (including optical and dental)
• Permanent health insurance
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Free on-site parking

Key responsibilities

• Supervise the Test team and provide technical and observational support.
• Ensure product quality through final testing, report analysis, visual checks and correct lens set-up.
• Diagnose and repair faults in assemblies, sub-assemblies and PCBs to component level.
• Maintain and verify camera test facilities, performing routine checks and raising issues when needed.
• Write and update test specifications and instructions within the MDR and QMS systems.
• Generate investigation and test reports for management and development teams.
• Manage the repair and RMA process, including prioritisation and timely turnaround.
• Provide technical support to Production, Quality, Supply Chain and Stock teams; attend supplier visits when required.
• Contribute to new product development, ensuring DFM/DFT considerations and smooth transition from prototype to production.
• Support prototype testing, risk identification and continuous improvement of tools, jigs and test methods.
• Assist with other production activities (assembly, final test, kit verification, stock counts) as needed.
• Maintain an organised, safe and tidy working area.
• Participate in training to support flexible working.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering or equivalent experience (5+ years preferred).
• Strong PCB debug experience with SMT and through-hole rework skills.
• Ability to read schematics; experience with CAD/Altium is an advantage.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
• Organised, tidy and able to work effectively within a team.
• Enthusiastic and committed to high‑quality production standards.

If you have the skills required, please apply directly or call 01793615021 and ask for Snix to discuss further.