At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble, test, and troubleshoot electromechanical assemblies in a hands-on role.
- Company: Join a dynamic manufacturing team in Southampton with a focus on quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, potential for permanent position, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Opportunity to support junior technicians and grow your career in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact by working on innovative electronic assemblies and improving processes.
- Qualifications: Experience in electronic assembly and troubleshooting, with strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 36000 £ per year.
Test Technician - Temp to Perm
Location
Southampton, UK
Salary
£33,000 – £36,000
Full time
6 month FTC
We are looking for a hands‑on Test Technician to join a manufacturing team in a medium‑volume, low‑mix environment.
This role involves the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electromechanical assemblies, working closely with production engineering to support continuous improvement and efficiency.
This is a practical, quality‑focused role suited to someone with experience in electronic assembly and troubleshooting, who enjoys working with bench equipment, circuit boards, and hand soldering.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble, disassemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair electromechanical assemblies.
- Carry out troubleshooting of electronic assemblies using bench equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
- Perform hand soldering of discrete surface mount components.
- Perform Electrical and Mechanical test operations as defined by routings, manufacturing instructions, test procedures and drawings.
- Identify fault finds and recommend or propose rework activities for the customer and developmental items.
- Work from blueprints, schematics, sketches, manuals, samples, and general instructions.
- Manufacture products to customer expectations while minimising waste and scrap.
- Identify faults in electronic and control equipment and support corrective actions.
- Remove and replace defective or failed parts. Support junior technicians where required and check quality of work.
About You
- Experience in manufacturing, ideally in a medium‑volume, low‑mix environment.
- Strong knowledge of electronic assembly, redesign, and troubleshooting.
- Able to read blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
- Comfortable using circuit boards and test equipment.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Legally authorised to work in the UK.
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Test Technician 6month FTC employer: Holt Engineering
Holt Engineering is an excellent employer for MIG & TIG Welders, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and skill enhancement. Located in Oldham, the company provides competitive pay alongside ongoing training opportunities, ensuring that you can advance your career while contributing to high-quality engineering projects in a dynamic production environment.
