Electronics Technician

Electronics Technician – Test & Repair required for electro-mechanical product manufacturing company based in Folkestone, Kent.
This is a great opportunity to become a key member of the small friendly Engineering Team, offering a competitive salary, company bonus structure, 39 hours per week (early finish Fridays!), free parking, tea & coffee and exciting prospects with this highly successful business. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, be competent at soldering and general electronics fault finding, and ideally have experience in a similar role.
Established in 1926, this small but globally reaching business designs and manufactures innovative high quality testing equipment for industry (construction, marine, power, oil & gas etc).
Role Purpose
The Test & Repair team share two key roles in the business;
* Testing & calibration of components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies which form a crucial part of the Quality Assurance Plan.
* Repair and re-calibration of customer instruments - vital customer service and a recognised revenue-generation element within the business.
The products involved are a combination of brand-new digital electronics, high voltage electronics (AC or DC, up to ~50kV), underwater corrosion monitoring equipment, low voltage electronics, and the servicing of older analogue electronics.
Responsibilities, Goals & Objectives
Measurement, Test and Calibration.
* Carry out in-process measurement, test, or calibration according to defined specifications.
* Prepare & issue test reports & calibration certificates.
* Maintain test & measurement equipment in good working order and to propose improvements as appropriate.
* Thoroughly & methodically self-check and confirm that work is carried out without error.
Fault-finding, Diagnosis and Repair
* Fault-finding of electronic and electromechanical assemblies
* Diagnosis of problems using test equipment including oscilloscope, multi-meters, etc.
* Disassembly, repair and reassembly of customer instruments, including testing and quality certification
* Thorough and methodical approach to work, to ensure quality and functionality of products returned to customers
Person Requirements
* Appropriate education including Maths, English and Science subjects
* Practical ability including assembly of intricate parts, soldering & workshop skills.
* Computer literate, with appropriate capability in MS Office products.
* Presentation and Reporting skills, appropriate command of written & spoken English.
* Working experience in electronics / mechanical assembly or fault-finding.
* Enthusiasm, Energy & Drive. Potential to grow with the business.
* Entitlement to work in the UK.
Our client is an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced individuals.
Please apply or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements for an initial chat about the role