Electronics Technician

Description:

Due a retirement we are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electronics Technician to support R&D product development and testing as well as Operational fault finding and repair activities.

The successful candidate will have strong hands-on experience working at component level, with the ability to inspect, assemble, and troubleshoot electronic systems to a high standard.

This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in electronics who enjoys problem-solving, continuous improvement, and working within both R&D and repair environments.

We would like to consider candidates with some level of electronic component handling and fault finding (2-3yrs) but we do not need a seasoned technician for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with prototype builds and development activities within the R&D function

• Carry out manual soldering and de-soldering of through-hole and surface mount components in line with IPC standards

• Perform inspection, repair, and rework of electronic assemblies to component level

• Conduct fault finding and diagnostics on electronic circuits and assemblies

• Interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and technical documentation to support repair and R&D activities

• Ensure all work meets quality standards and industry best practices, including IPC-A-610 requirements

• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, modifications, and test results

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and repair efficiency

• Work collaboratively with engineering and operations teams

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Essential

• Relevant qualification in electronics or electrical engineering (HNC/HND)

• Ability to read and understand electronic schematics and technical drawings

• Strong hands-on skills in manual soldering and assembly, including fine-pitch SMD work

• Proven experience in electronic component inspection, fault finding and testing

• Experience working to IPC-A-610 standards (certification preferred)

• Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, and signal generators

• High level of attention to detail and quality workmanship

Desirable

• Experience within industrial automation and control systems

• Exposure of servo drives and motion control systems

• Exposure to robotics systems and associated electronics