Protype Wire Person

PROTOTYPE WIRE PERSON
Confidential Client | Electronic & Mechanical Assembly | UK Security Clearance Required Permanent | Flexible Working | Excellent Benefits Package

About the Role
Are you passionate about electronic and mechanical assembly? Do you want to work on cutting-edge, bespoke products in a collaborative and innovative environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected company operating within a specialist engineering sector — supporting the bridge between Engineering and Production.
Reporting to the Senior Technician (Production Team Lead), you will play a pivotal role in maintaining quality standards and ensuring the smooth flow of work through Production. You will support prototype builds in a fast-paced R&D environment, with the scope to write SOPs as required.

What You''ll Do

• Undertake soldering, crimping, mechanical assemblies and cable assemblies to IPC-A-610C company standards
• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical components from engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions
• Carry out prototype wiring, including crimping, cable routing, and harness assembly
• Build and modify prototypes in a fast-paced R&D environment
• Interpret wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Perform rework and design changes as required during development stages
• Conduct basic inspection and testing, ensuring all work meets IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620 standards
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve build and design issues
• Work in accordance with Job Cards, Production/Development drawings, Test Plans, and Technical Instructions
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area

• Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance
• Proven experience in wiring, cable assembly, or electromechanical assembly
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring schematics
• Skilled in soldering, crimping, and general bench assembly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Good manual dexterity and practical skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Experience in prototype or R&D environments
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 (training or certification beneficial)
• Basic electrical testing knowledge (e.g., multi-meters, continuity testing)
• Mechanical assembly experience (fasteners, torque settings, alignment)
• Surface mount technology (SMT) experience

• 24 days annual leave plus public holidays, with a Christmas shutdown period
• 14% total pension (7% employer / 7% employee matched contributions)
• Private medical care — access to 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide
• Flexible working around core hours of 09:30–12:00 & 14:00–16:00
• Paid overtime or Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) — up to 24 extra days per year
• Full engineering lifecycle exposure with genuine career development opportunities
• Dedicated training and upskilling — support for additional qualifications
• Cycle to Work scheme, company tech salary loans, and role-specific allowances
• Relocation package available for selected candidates