Wiring And Assembly Technician

Holt Engineering; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

6-month contract

Full product training

Work on advanced electronics

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Holt Engineering is seeking an experienced Wiring & Assembly Technician for a 6-month contract to join a quality-focused manufacturing team in the UK.

You will perform precision soldering, harness assembly and testing of advanced electronic and avionic equipment, reading engineering drawings and following tight manufacturing procedures. BPSS/DBS and background checks are required; UK nationals only.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience soldering fine-pitch electronic components.
• Proven experience in electrical wiring, crimping, connector termination and cable harness assembly.
• Ability to confidently read and follow engineering drawings and detailed assembly instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to producing quality work right first time.
• Good organisational skills and accurate record keeping.
• PC literacy and confidence using electronic manufacturing systems.
• Ability to work efficiently within a busy manufacturing environment.
• A proactive, reliable and conscientious approach to work.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out precision soldering of fine-pitch electronic components.
• Crimping, terminating and assembling electrical connectors and wiring harnesses.
• Assembling and testing electronic and avionic equipment in accordance with manufacturing specifications.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, assembly instructions and technical procedures.
• Ensuring all assemblies meet required quality and workmanship standards.
• Maintaining accurate production records and completing labour booking activities.
• Using electronic manufacturing systems to record and track work.
• Identifying and reporting assembly or quality issues.
• Working independently and collaboratively to meet production requirements.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Skills

Soldering fine-pitch components

Wiring & harness assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

PC literacy

Tools

Electronic manufacturing systems

Job description

I am recruiting on behalf of my client, an established manufacturer of advanced electronic and avionic equipment, who is looking to recruit an experienced Wiring & Assembly Technician to join their quality-focused manufacturing team on an initial 6-month contract.

Nationality Requirement: UK nationals only due to project restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out precision soldering of fine-pitch electronic components.
• Crimping, terminating and assembling electrical connectors and wiring harnesses.
• Assembling and testing electronic and avionic equipment in accordance with manufacturing specifications.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, assembly instructions and technical procedures.
• Ensuring all assemblies meet required quality and workmanship standards.
• Maintaining accurate production records and completing labour booking activities.
• Using electronic manufacturing systems to record and track work.
• Identifying and reporting assembly or quality issues.
• Working independently and collaboratively to meet production requirements.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years' experience soldering fine-pitch electronic components.
• Proven experience in electrical wiring, crimping, connector termination and cable harness assembly.
• Ability to confidently read and follow engineering drawings and detailed assembly instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to producing quality work right first time.
• Good organisational skills and accurate record keeping.
• PC literacy and confidence using electronic manufacturing systems.
• Ability to work efficiently within a busy manufacturing environment.
• A proactive, reliable and conscientious approach to work.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Perks and Details

• Competitive hourly pay of £17.44.
• A 6-month contract working 37.5 hours per week.
• Full product training.
• The opportunity to work on advanced electronic and avionic products.
• Exposure to technically challenging precision assembly work.A supportive and collaborative manufacturing environment.

Important Requirements

• Applicants must be UK nationals due to project-specific restrictions.
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo BPSS, DBS and drug screening checks.