Electronics Assembly Technician

ELECTRONICS / PROTOTYPE ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN
BASED LIVINGSTON
HOURLY RATE GBPCompetitive DoE
WORKING HOURS MONDAY FRIDAY 9AM-5PM 40-hours paid
ESS client based near Edinburgh in Scotland, with a design centre in Livingston they support international automotive OEM s and their supply chains with innovative solutions to complex optical, HMI and lighting integration challenges.
With a focus on the emotional and functional use of lighting, while addressing key challenges of space, cost, and integration, the business has cutting-edge technology platforms supported by over 68 patents world-wide enabling the visions of the international car industry to be realised.
Following the businesses recent acquisition, it has an immediate requirement for an Electronics Assembly Technician. Working with the existing operations team, the Electronics Assembly Technician would support the pilot manufacturing line, and electro-mechanical assembly of our small run prototypes.
Key Responsibilities will include:
• Experience in assembly of one-off mechanical and electrical prototype demonstrators, and proactively identifying improvements in electronics packaging and test setups
• Application of appropriate quality systems for a prototype electronics environment
• Implementation and adherence to ESD control within a prototype electronics environment
• Manual soldering of small electrical components and connectors and undertaking custom wire harness design, assembly, and testing
• Proficient in root cause failure analysis, using industry standard techniques and create appropriate documentation
• Manufacturing pilot line equipment experience
• Creation of works instruction and fault-finding documents
• Administration and control of electrical components through a defined stock process
• Good problem-solving skills and able to identify areas for improvement
Candidates with HND qualification in a relevant field will be considered highly desirable for this role. In addition, you will ideally have experience of hand soldering and SMD soldering. The ideal candidate has a working, practical experience of hand and SMD soldering, and a working knowledge of mechanical assembly equipment and solutions.
Skills:
• Be innovative, creative, enthusiastic and able to develop and champion new ideas
• Be highly organised, upbeat and efficient
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, decision making and communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of engineering and prototyping techniques
• Current J-STD-001 qualification
• Work well as part of a small, extremely busy team as well as the ability to be self-motivated and work independently under their own initiative, prioritising workload
• Experience working closely with product development teams
• MS Office PC skills
The successful candidate should have an interest in lighting and / or the automotive industry.
To apply to this role and find out more please send your CV to Sara Zorriasatein at ESS Recruit.