Test Technician

Adecco; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Test Technician in Ulverston to assemble and troubleshoot advanced subsea electronic systems. Candidates should have strong electronics assembly skills, attention to detail, and experience in a collaborative environment. This role offers a 37.5-hour working week and numerous benefits, including a bonus and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on company performance

Generous life insurance

Pension scheme starting at 5.5% employer contributions

25 days of holiday

Enhanced family leave entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven electronics assembly and soldering skills to a high standard.
• Ability to follow technical drawings and work to defined procedures.
• Comfortable using PCs and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot high-spec subsea electronic systems.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs down to PCB level.
• Execute defined test procedures while maintaining detailed records.

Skills

Electronics assembly skills

Soldering skills

Attention to detail

Proficient with PCs and testing equipment

Education

HNC or equivalent in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Production tools

Job description

Job Title: Test Technician

Location: Ulverston

Are you ready to build technology that operates at the extremes?

Join us in crafting next-generation imaging and navigation sensor products - including advanced SONAR systems - engineered for the harshest subsea environments. As a Production Technician, you will play a pivotal role in a dedicated team focused on building and testing mission-critical equipment trusted worldwide.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot a variety of high-spec subsea electronic systems.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs down to PCB level.
• Execute defined test procedures while maintaining detailed records.
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across production processes.
• Work hands-on with cutting-edge technology used in marine exploration, offshore energy, and defence sectors.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven electronics assembly and soldering skills to a high standard.
• Ability to follow technical drawings and work to defined procedures effectively.
• Comfortable using PCs, test equipment, and production tools.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining consistent quality.
• A proactive, self-directed approach within a collaborative team environment.

Bonus Points for:

• HNC or equivalent in Electronics Engineering.
• Formal soldering certification.
• Experience working on high-reliability systems for rugged environments.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a pioneering team at the forefront of underwater imaging and navigation technology, serving defence, research, and commercial energy sectors worldwide. You'll work on unique, mission-critical products in a close-knit, multi-disciplinary team where your input directly influences real-world outcomes.

What We Offer:

• A 37.5-hour working week over four days (Monday to Thursday).
• Annual bonus based on company performance.
• Generous life insurance and enhanced sick pay scheme.
• Income protection insurance and a robust pension scheme starting at 5.5% employer contributions.
• 25 days of holiday, increasing with length of service.
• Enhanced family leave entitlements.
• A modern, custom-built working environment with ample parking.
• Free tea and coffee, showers, lockers, and a drying room.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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