Prototype Technician

Matchtech; Romsey; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Friendly working environment

Professional development

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Matchtech client in the UK is seeking a Prototype Technician on a permanent basis. You will manufacture prototypes, perform electro-mechanical assembly, and work from engineering drawings and schematics to support cutting-edge development projects.

You will provide technical PCB and cable design support, contribute to DFx activities, troubleshoot issues, and assist with internal document improvements. A technical apprenticeship or engineering degree is preferred, with eligibility for SC

Qualifications

• Experience in soldering and assembly of electro-mechanical components and PCBs.
• Proficiency in manufacturing prototypes and working to engineering drawings.
• Understanding of electronic engineering principles in a development environment.
• Knowledge of hand placement of surface mount technologies and cable forming.
• Modification and repair of PCBs and box builds.
• Technical apprenticeship or degree in engineering (or relevant subject) or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture required prototypes in line with project requirements, including working under magnification (e.g. microscopes) and soldering components down to 0201 size/BGA rework.
• Electro-mechanical assembly of products.
• Work to engineering drawings and schematics.
• Provide technical support on PCB, cable and product design, component selection, design for manufacture, and development engineering.
• Support manufacturing-related activities as required.
• Provide specialist advice and ideas on new and emerging technologies to support prototype manufacture.
• Troubleshoot and repair non-conforming products.
• Cooperate in the raising and improving of internal documents, including but not limited to concessions, test reports, and work instructions.

Skills

Soldering & assembly

Electro-mechanical design

SMT hand placement

PCB modification

Engineering apprenticeship/degree

Education

Technical apprenticeship or degree in engineering

Job description

Our client, a leading technology and engineering consultancy in the manufacturing sector, is currently seeking a Prototype Technician to join their team. This is a permanent role where you will work on advanced research and development projects, offering significant scope to impact high-profile projects and customers.

If you are a dedicated Prototype Technician looking to work on technologies that will shape the future, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture required prototypes in line with project requirements, including working under magnification (e.g. microscopes) and soldering components down to 0201 size/BGA rework
• Electro-mechanical assembly of products
• Work to engineering drawings and schematics
• Provide technical support on PCB, cable and product design, component selection, design for manufacture, and development engineering
• Support manufacturing-related activities as required
• Provide specialist advice and ideas on new and emerging technologies to support prototype manufacture
• Troubleshoot and repair non-conforming products
• Cooperate in the raising and improving of internal documents, including but not limited to concessions, test reports, and work instructions

Job Requirements:

• Experience in soldering and assembly of electro-mechanical components and PCBs
• Proficiency in manufacturing prototypes and working to engineering drawings
• Understanding of electronic engineering principles in a development environment
• Knowledge of hand placement of surface mount technologies and cable forming
• Modification and repair of PCBs and box builds
• Technical apprenticeship or degree in engineering (or relevant subject) or equivalent work experience

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible benefits covering health and wellbeing, savings and protection, life, leisure, and entertainment
• Friendly, creative, and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Commitment to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion

Security Requirements:

Due to the nature of this position, you must be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance. You should be a British Citizen and have resided in the UK for the last 5 years.