Production Technician

ACS Performance; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in thermal imaging is seeking an experienced Production Technician. This hands-on role involves assembling and testing electromechanical, optical, and electronic components in a collaborative team environment. Candidates should have a formal engineering qualification and skills in fault finding, PCB repair, and soldering. The ideal candidate enjoys a variety of tasks and can work flexibly. Applications including a CV and covering letter are encouraged.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical, optical, and electronic components.
• Conduct component-level fault finding and diagnostics.
• Document and keep records of build and test processes.

Skills

Electromechanical assembly

Fault finding and diagnostics

PCB repair and SMT soldering

Wiring and cable harnessing

Reading electronic schematics

Education

Formal engineering or relevant technical qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

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 test equipment
• Able to read electronic schematics and use PCB design tools
• Experience with SolidWorks or other mechanical CAD is a bonus
• Basic knowledge of analogue/digital video processing and cleanroom techniques is desirable

Work in a high-tech environment with varied tasks and exposure to multiple engineering disciplines. Great opportunity to deepen your technical expertise in a collaborative and innovation-driven team.

ACS are recruiting for a Production Technician If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Production Technician submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Production Technician. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Production Technician with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Production Technician role you desire.