Protype Wire Person
6 days ago
Chertsey
• Security Clearance, • Prototype Wires, • DefencePROTOTYPE WIRE PERSONConfidential Client | Electronic & Mechanical Assembly | UK Security Clearance RequiredPermanent | Flexible Working | Excellent Benefits PackageAbout the Role Are you passionate about electronic and mechanical assembly? Do you want to work on cutting-edge, bespoke products in a collaborative and innovative environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected company operating within a specialist engineering sector — supporting the bridge between Engineering and Production. Reporting to the Senior Technician (Production Team Lead), you will play a pivotal role in maintaining quality standards and ensuring the smooth flow of work through Production. You will support prototype builds in a fast-paced R&D environment, with the scope to write SOPs as required.What You'll Do, • Undertake soldering, crimping, mechanical assemblies and cable assemblies to IPC-A-610C company standards, • Assemble mechanical and electromechanical components from engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions, • Carry out prototype wiring, including crimping, cable routing, and harness assembly, • Build and modify prototypes in a fast-paced R&D environment, • Interpret wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs), • Perform rework and design changes as required during development stages, • Conduct basic inspection and testing, ensuring all work meets IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620 standards, • Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve build and design issues, • Work in accordance with Job Cards, Production/Development drawings, Test Plans, and Technical Instructions, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work areaWhat You'll Need Essential:, • Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance, • Proven experience in wiring, cable assembly, or electromechanical assembly, • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring schematics, • Skilled in soldering, crimping, and general bench assembly, • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards, • Good manual dexterity and practical skills, • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Desirable:, • Experience in prototype or R&D environments, • Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 (training or certification beneficial), • Basic electrical testing knowledge (e.g., multi-meters, continuity testing), • Mechanical assembly experience (fasteners, torque settings, alignment), • Surface mount technology (SMT) experienceWhat's on Offer, • 24 days annual leave plus public holidays, with a Christmas shutdown period, • 14% total pension (7% employer / 7% employee matched contributions), • Private medical care — access to 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide, • Flexible working around core hours of 09:30–12:00 & 14:00–16:00, • Paid overtime or Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) — up to 24 extra days per year, • Full engineering lifecycle exposure with genuine career development opportunities, • Dedicated training and upskilling — support for additional qualifications, • Cycle to Work scheme, company tech salary loans, and role-specific allowances, • Relocation package available for selected candidates