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Electronics Technician

Dallington, West Northamptonshire
3 weeks ago
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NexGen Consultancy LTD are currently recruiting an Electronics Technician to join a well established precision engineering manufacturer specialising within the Automotive and Aerospace sectors.

Hours of work: Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm / Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

Job Description:

The successful candidate will work as part of small, dynamic team within the Electronics department, contributing to a range of projects that support and maintain various test facilities and engineering programmes. This role requires a flexible mindset and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and requirements. It is potentially a multi-skilled position, with training opportunities available to broaden the successful candidate’s skill set and capabilities.

The Role:

  • Manufacture, test, inspection and servicing of production and prototype wiring looms, sensors and actuators across all projects and test installations as required.

  • Fault finding and repair of wiring looms, electromechanical actuators, sensors and sensor harnesses.

  • Testing & servicing of electrical/electronic & electromechanical engine component during engine rebuilds.

  • Liaison with relevant Project Engineers to ensure that engine and chassis wiring, sensor and actuator installations are correctly detailed and manufactured.

  • Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.

  • Support the Company’s compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018, following policy and best practice.

    Candidate Profile:

  • Conversant with wiring harness assembly to motorsport or military specifications, the use of Deutsch Auto-Sport or equivalent connectors and Raychem products.

  • PC Literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Word / Excel

  • Basic mechanical fitting and assembly skills.

  • The ability to work equally well unsupervised or as part of a team.

  • Self-motivated with good written and verbal communication skills

  • A desire to learn new disciplines and expand their skill set.

  • Flexible in approach and prepared to work to tight deadlines which could require working unsociable hours at short notice.

  • During busy periods, overtime will be necessary and expected on request across the team in order to complete workload on schedule.

    Desirable:

  • Electronic technician qualified in electronics technology.

  • MRP experience ideally SAP.

  • Certified to IPC620 cable harness assembly.

    If you feel you are the right candidate for the role, apply now

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