Repair Technician

Radwell International; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Flexi-time policy

Benefits portal with discounts

EAP & wellbeing programs

On-site parking

Charitable/community engagement

Job summary

Radwell International in Blackburn is seeking a Repair Technician to join our production team. You will perform visual inspections and troubleshoot automation faults across a range of industrial equipment, including drives, PLCs and HMIs.

Responsibilities include refurbishing equipment, testing to established procedures, identifying part numbers, and developing soldering skills. You will document progress in the job management system and interpret basic electrical drawings.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE grade 4/C or above.
• Strong interest in engineering and technical subjects.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with effective troubleshooting.
• Experience using small hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections and troubleshoot automation faults across a range of industrial equipment.
• Refurbish equipment by cleaning and replacing aged or faulty components.
• Test electronics and electrical equipment following established procedures.
• Identify component parts and numbers, with ongoing learning.
• Develop soldering skills and interpret basic electrical drawings.
• Document work progress and maintain accurate repair records.

Skills

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Hand tools usage

Soldering

Education

GCSE 4/C or above

Level 3 Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Repair Technician

Category: Engineering. Job Location: Blackburn, LAN, GB. Position Type: Full‑Time/Regular. Repair Technician. Blackburn, UK. Are you passionate about electronics? Do you enjoy using problem solving skills and troubleshooting to find the underlying cause of a fault? If so, we are currently recruiting for a Repair Technician to make an impact on our growing Production team!

The Opportunity

Radwell is committed to rewarding and investing in our people, and we believe this must be reflected in our salaries and benefits. As our Repair Technician, you can expect:

Benefits

• Salary of £30,000 to £35,000 per annum - (dependent on experience)
• Private Health/Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance/Death in Service Insurance
• A flexible approach to working with our flexi‑time policy
• Access to our benefits portal with a wide range of offerings from high street to local discounts, including reduced car valets whilst you work!
• A company passionate about wellbeing: 24/7 free EAP helpline, free counselling sessions and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Free on‑site parking
• Celebration of National Engagement Days such as Employee Appreciation Day and a company passionate about supporting charitable and community work.

As a Repair Technician, you will gain invaluable insight and experience within a hard‑working Production team who have a demonstrable daily impact on a growing organisation. Radwell is committed to providing our employees with learning opportunities, both in‑house and externally, so you can make the most of your role and actively contribute to the success of our business. If getting stuck in with a role that can afford you plentiful growth and development opportunities, this role could very well be the one you have been waiting for.

The Role

As a Repair Technician, you will be responsible for conducting visual inspections to troubleshoot fundamental automation issues on a wide range of industrial equipment including variable speed drives, PLCs, touchscreen HMIs and power supplies.

• Service and refurbish equipment by cleaning and replacing aged or faulty components and mechanical assemblies.
• Test industrial electronic and electrical equipment to ensure proper functionality, following established procedures.
• Identify component parts and part numbers, with a commitment to ongoing learning in this area.
• Actively develop soldering skills with enthusiasm for mastering this essential repair technique.
• Interpret and apply basic electrical schematics and technical drawings, following established test procedures with accuracy.
• Efficiently utilize the job management system to document work progress and maintain precise repair records.

About You

With excellent problem‑solving skills, and with a desire to share your knowledge and learn new skills, furthermore, you will have

• Minimum GCSE achievement: Grade 4/C or above
• Demonstrated strong interest in engineering and technical subjects
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills
• Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot effectively
• Experience using small hand tools, gained through previous roles or educational projects

Preferred Qualifications And Experience

• Level 3 qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a willingness to undertake this qualification
• Ability to accurately identify electronic components and interpret part numbers
• Experience in cleaning, testing, and inspecting industrial automation components
• Proficiency in soldering techniques for electronic repair
• Basic mechanical skills with hands‑on experience in assembly or maintenance tasks

About Radwell

As the world's leading provider of spare parts and repair solutions in industrial electronics, robotics, and automation, Radwell has been supporting our customers in maintaining their systems for more than 40 years. Thanks to our constantly growing stock of currently more than 35+ million parts globally, and decades of cooperation with well‑known manufacturers, our customers benefit from comprehensive solutions and fast response times. With an international footprint, and headquarters in New Jersey, USA, our people work collaboratively across borders. To ensure we all thrive at Radwell, we constantly invest in our people and provide a safe, happy and rewarding workplace for each and every person.

This role may also be known in other organisations as Repair Engineer, Electronics Repair Technician

Join Our Diverse Team

Radwell International is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential to our success and invite individuals who share our commitment to diversity and inclusion to join us in our mission to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional service to our customers worldwide.

Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do at Radwell International. Come be a part of our diverse and dynamic team!