Technician in Southampton

Location: Hampshire, UK

Job Type: Permanent

About the Opportunity

At Copello, we’re proud to be supporting a leading technology and engineering organisation working on complex, high-profile projects across advanced research, development and engineering. This is an exciting opportunity for a Technician to join a specialist engineering environment, providing hands-on support across prototype manufacture, modification, repair and electro-mechanical assembly. You’ll work closely with engineers, product teams and project managers, helping turn design concepts into working prototypes while providing practical technical expertise throughout the development process.

The Role

As a Technician, you will be responsible for manufacturing prototypes in line with project requirements, working from engineering drawings and schematics and applying industry best practice. The role will involve detailed hands‑on work, including working under magnification and soldering components down to 0201 size, as well as BGA rework. You’ll also provide technical support across PCB and cable design, component selection, design for manufacture and wider development engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture prototype design concepts in line with project requirements.
• Carry out electro‑mechanical assembly of products.
• Work accurately from engineering drawings, schematics and other technical documentation.
• Provide specialist advice and ideas around new and emerging technologies relevant to prototype manufacture.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical assistance to the engineering community.
• Work closely with Engineers, Product Managers and Project Managers.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal documentation, including concessions, test reports and work instructions.
• Fault‑find and repair non‑conforming products.
• Support wider production and manufacturing activities as required.
• Follow company policies, procedures and relevant engineering standards.
• Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to your experience and qualifications to support the smooth operation of the business.

About You

We’re looking for a technically capable and detail‑focused individual with practical experience in electronics manufacturing and prototype development.

Education & Qualifications

You’ll ideally have one or more of the following:

• A technical apprenticeship in Engineering or a relevant subject.
• A technical degree in Engineering or a relevant subject.
• Equivalent relevant technical or industry experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

You should have a good overall understanding of electronic engineering principles within a development environment, including experience with:

• Working to IPC standards or higher.
• Hand placement of surface‑mount technology.
• Cable forming and prototyping.
• PCB modification and repair.
• Box builds and complex electro‑mechanical assemblies.
• Working under microscopes for extended periods.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, schematics and technical documentation.

Personal Attributes

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly attentive to detail.
• Comfortable following defined processes and procedures.
• Able to work effectively to tight deadlines.
• Self‑motivated and proactive.
• Comfortable carrying out detailed work under magnification for extended periods.
• Able to communicate effectively with engineers and wider technical teams.
• Practical, methodical and solutions‑focused.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to work within a highly skilled engineering environment, supporting the development of innovative technology and complex prototype solutions. You’ll have access to a competitive salary and a range of flexible benefits covering areas such as health and wellbeing, savings and protection, and life, leisure and entertainment. You’ll also become part of an inclusive engineering community where people are encouraged to share ideas, explore new technologies and develop their technical skills. We are committed to Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion, and strive to create a friendly, creative and inclusive working environment that supports a diverse workforce.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the work, you will need to be willing and eligible to obtain a minimum of SC security clearance. For SC clearance, candidates will generally need to be British Citizens and have resided in the UK for the required period. Further information on eligibility and security vetting can be found through the UK Government's security clearance guidance.