Electronic Technician

Job Title: Electronics Technician
Location: County Durham
Salary: Up to £40,000 (depending on experience)

We''re looking for a skilled Electronics Technician to join a dynamic engineering environment, supporting the design, development, testing, and modification of electronic systems across a range of projects. This is a hands-on technical role where you will work closely with engineers and project teams to build, modify, test, and repair electronic hardware. If you''re a practical and detail-oriented Technician who enjoys working with prototypes and supporting the development of new electronic products, we want to hear from you!
  
About the Role

• Support engineering teams in the development, testing, and modification of electronic systems and prototypes.
• Assemble, populate, modify, and repair PCBs, including fine-pitch surface-mount components.
• Carry out PCB rework and board modifications, including manual circuit changes where required.
• Build and maintain prototype circuits, cables, devices, and test fixtures.
• Perform testing and fault-finding of electronic circuits using standard laboratory equipment.
• Assist with the design, build, and commissioning of electronic test rigs and demonstrators.
• Maintain accurate build and modification records for prototypes and assemblies.
• Assist with PCB layout tasks and component library management where required.

About You

• A recognised qualification in Electronics (HNC, HND, or equivalent).
• 3+ years’ experience working with electronic prototypes or development hardware.
• Strong hands-on experience assembling and reworking PCBs, including surface-mount components.
• Experience with fine-pitch soldering and board-level repair.
• Good practical understanding of electronic circuits and systems.
• Experience with testing and fault-finding using laboratory equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a busy engineering environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Exposure to PCB layout or electronic design tools.
• Familiarity with PCB design software such as Altium Designer (training can be provided).

Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this position.
If interested, please send over an updated CV.

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