Electronic Assembler

AWF Group; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

KiwiSaver

Annual Leave

ACC Cover

Onehunga location

Job summary

AWF Group is seeking an Electronics Assembler/Assembly Technician for a fixed-term 3-6 month assignment in Onehunga, New Zealand. The role involves winding HTS coils and assembling complex superconducting magnet components for advanced space technology projects in a research and development environment.

You will perform soldering, testing, and fine assembly on delicate components, while ensuring quality and documentation in a cryogenic lab setting. Great attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in precision mechanical, electrical, electronic, or electromechanical assembly in manufacturing, laboratory, aerospace, medical device, or similar environments.
• Proven ability to perform detailed hands-on work such as coil winding, soldering, fine assembly, or intricate component manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of quality standards, inspection processes, and accuracy in technical manufacturing.
• Experience using testing equipment and following technical drawings, assembly instructions, or documented procedures.

Responsibilities

• Wind high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet coils to exact specifications with high precision.
• Assemble complex electromechanical hardware and superconducting magnet components for space tech applications.
• Perform manual soldering, bonding, masking and fine assembly on delicate components.
• Conduct quality inspections, functional testing and troubleshooting of assemblies and fixtures.
• Prepare materials, clean components, complete production documentation and support lab activities.

Skills

Fine assembly

Soldering

Coil winding

Electromechanical assembly

Testing equipment

Tools

Technical drawings

Job description

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Electronics Assembler/Assembly Technician | Fixed Term 3-6 Months | Onehunga

AWF's client is at the forefront of advanced space technology, developing cutting-edge superconducting magnetic systems for use in next-generation spacecraft and space infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled Electronics Assembler/Assembly Technician to join a specialist team manufacturing precision hardware in a research and development environment.

If you have a background in fine assembly, soldering, testing, electronics, coil winding, or high-precision manufacturing and take pride in producing quality work, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Wind high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet coils to exact specifications, ensuring exceptional precision and consistency
• Assemble complex electromechanical hardware and superconducting magnet components used in advanced space technology applications
• Perform manual soldering, bonding, masking, and fine assembly work on delicate components and assemblies
• Conduct quality inspections, functional testing, and troubleshooting of assemblies, fixtures, and hardware to identify and rectify faults
• Prepare materials, clean components, complete production documentation, and support manufacturing activities within a laboratory and cryogenic environment

What You Need

• Experience in precision mechanical, electrical, electronic, or electromechanical assembly within a manufacturing, laboratory, aerospace, medical device, or similar environment
• Proven ability to perform detailed hands-on work such as coil winding, soldering, fine assembly, or intricate component manufacturing
• Strong understanding of quality standards, inspection processes, and the importance of accuracy in technical manufacturing
• Experience using testing equipment and following technical drawings, assembly instructions, or documented procedures
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative approach to working with engineering, production, and R&D teams

Whats in it for you

• Opportunity to contribute to world-leading space technology projects with real-world applications
• Work in a modern, high-tech laboratory environment alongside skilled engineers and technical specialists
• Gain exposure to superconducting magnet technology, cryogenic systems, and advanced manufacturing processes
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience (paid on a weekly basis) plus KiwiSaver, Annual Leave, and ACC Cover
• Convenient Onehunga location with the chance to build experience in a rapidly growing technology sector

Apply now if you're looking for a unique technical role where precision workmanship and cutting-edge technology come together.

Compliance Notes

• Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand.
• As per our standard procedures, all candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol screening test.
• Ministry of Justice criminal background checks are part of our standard process, please speak to our team if you need to discuss your application process further.

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