Production Technician-Contract

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

Job summary

A cutting-edge infrared technology firm in Cambridge seeks a skilled Production Technician to join their team. This hands-on role requires experience in electromechanical assembly and troubleshooting, along with a passion for technology. You will work on assembling and testing various high-precision components and have the chance to deepen your technical expertise in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment. Ideal candidates should submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Formal engineering or relevant technical qualification required.
• Optical assembly experience necessary.
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals crucial.
• Skilled in fault finding, debugging, and PCB rework.

Responsibilities

• Assembly and test of electromechanical, optical, and electronic components.
• Component-level fault finding and diagnostics.
• PCB repair and SMT soldering.
• Wiring, cable harnessing, and schematic interpretation.

Skills

Electromechanical assembly experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility

Education

Formal engineering or relevant technical qualification

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital Voltmeter (DVM)

Signal generator

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
• Optical assembly experience
• 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

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.