Technical Support Engineer - PCB

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency in Watford is seeking a Technical Support Engineer specialized in PCB technologies. This role invites candidates with a background in Electronics Engineering to support various stages of electronic design and manufacturing within the Defence & Security industry. Applicants should possess understanding of PCB Design and manufacturing with strong communication skills. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for growth in a dynamic work environment that engages international teams.

Qualifications

• Understanding of PCB Design, Manufacture, and Assembly technologies.
• Strong communication skills for regular communication with stakeholders.
• Self-motivated individual with a methodical and logical approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the development and evaluation of new processes and equipment.
• Collaborating with internal and external partners including international travel.
• Assessing PCB fabrication and circuit card assembly processes.

Skills

PCB Design

Manufacturing

Assembly

Stakeholder management

Development

Evaluation

Failure analysis

Circuit card assemblies

Support

Job description

Technical Support Engineer - PCB

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a PCB Technologist to support the development of electronic design and manufacturing capabilities within highly complex electronic sub‑systems in the Defence & Security industry. This permanent role involves working from concept through to full production and beyond.

Job Requirements

• Understanding of PCB Design, Manufacture, and Assembly technologies
• Strong communication skills for regular communication with stakeholders
• Self‑motivated individual with a methodical and logical approach
• Committed to achieving objectives on time and to a high professional standard
• Flexibility to travel to other locations, including internationally

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the development and evaluation of new processes and equipment at national and international levels
• Collaborating with internal and external partners, including international travel as necessary
• Understanding materials, characteristics and processes of circuit card assembly/printed circuit board manufacture
• Assessing PCB fabrication and circuit card assembly processes via lab work and collaboration with suppliers and manufacturing centres
• Supporting the adoption of agreed methodologies, including generating documented standards within teams
• Participating in failure analysis of circuit card assemblies at component and board levels

Desired Skills and Experience

• PCB Design
• Manufacturing
• Assembly
• Stakeholder management
• Development
• Evaluation
• Failure analysis
• Circuit card assemblies
• Support

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Location

Watford, England, United Kingdom

Application

This role involves working within the Electronics Engineering function to provide technical support service for internal programmes in the UK, and with non‑UK teams developing new technologies across all areas of PCB design, manufacture, and assembly. This is a unique opportunity to develop an extensive technical skill set. If you have a background in Electronics Engineering and PCB technologies, coupled with a determination to support innovative advancements in Defence & Security, we encourage you to apply now for this rewarding role!