Prototype Technician
6 days ago
Northam
Prototype Technician\n£30,000 - £40,000 + Bonus + Share Scheme + Mon-Fri Schedule\n Southampton\n\nAre you a hands-on Prototype Technician with experience in electronics, cabling, and model building? Would you like to work on cutting-edge unmanned maritime and aerospace-inspired prototype systems within an innovative and growing company?\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business operating in advanced prototype development, including scaled models and unmanned vehicle technologies. You will be working closely with engineering teams to build, test, and refine experimental systems in a workshop-based environment.\n\nIn this varied role, you will be responsible for 3D printing prototype components, assembling and wiring electrical and electronic systems, and supporting electrical motor testing and performance evaluation. You will also be heavily involved in building and testing scaled RC model aircraft and prototype systems, including working with balsa, plywood, and foam components, as well as supporting CNC and laser-cut parts.\n\nYou will assist in the assembly of test benches, contribute to prototype testing activities, and help maintain accurate documentation of builds, modifications, and test results. This role also involves general workshop support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of prototype builds.\n\nThis exciting opportunity is ideal for a Prototype Technician or similar looking to develop their skills within a dynamic and highly technical environment. The role offers a Monday to Friday schedule, performance bonus, and company share scheme.\n\nThe Role\n\n3D printing, including operation, maintenance, and optimisation of printed components\nCabling, wiring, soldering, and crimping of electrical and electronic systems, including EMI shielding\nSupporting electrical and motor testing, recording performance data and assisting engineers with analysis\nBuilding, assembling, and testing scaled RC model aircraft and prototype systems\nWorking with balsa, plywood, foam, laser-cut, and CNC-machined components\nAssembly and setup of test benches for prototype and system testing\nSupporting workshop organisation, documentation, and day-to-day prototype developmentThe Person\n\nHands-on experience with cabling, soldering, and practical electronics or mechanical assembly\nExperience with RC model aircraft building or a strong willingness to develop model-building skills\nFamiliarity with materials such as balsa, plywood, and foam, or experience with CNC/laser-cut components\nExperience using and maintaining 3D printers\nCommutable to SouthamptonReference:BBBH25591B\nKeywords: Prototype Technician, Workshop Technician, Engineering Technician, Prototype Engineer, R&D Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Build Technician, Test Technician, soldering, cabling, wiring, electronics assembly, mechanical assembly, hands-on engineering, workshop fabrication, prototyping, RC modelling, Southampton\n\nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.\n\nIf this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.\n\nErnest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website