Trainee Hardware Engineer

Trainee Hardware Engineer
Forwessun is a global company which supports the electronics industry with test solutions for circuit board manufacture. With 50 years’ experience Forwessun has an excellent reputation for providing world class products to major electronics companies
A large part of our business is selling refurbished Automated Test Equipment (ATE).
We are currently looking to increase our Automated Test Systems team and have opportunities for Electronic / Mechanical Trainee Engineers to support our engineering team.
Job Title - Trainee Hardware Technician
Company - Forwessun - Woodend Avenue, L24
Position Details - Permanent, starting immediately
Hours - 37.5 Hours per week (Monday to Thursday – 08:30 to 17:00
Friday – 08:30 to 14:30)
Starting Salary - TBC – From £11.44 / h - Dependent on experience
The ideal candidate will have:
• Keen problem solving skills.
• Good PC skills
• Good communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines
• The ability to work independently and efficiently
• Strong self-motivation
• Flexibility
• Awareness of company health and safety requirements
• A Driving Licence - Candidate should be willing to travel to customer sites for installations and servicing when required.
Job Specification
The role will include:
• Assisting the In-Circuit-Test (ICT) hardware department
• Helping to prepare refurbished ICT systems for sale
o Disassembling test systems down to the chassis
o Cleaning, repairing & replacing parts
o Reassembling to a like-new condition
• Diagnosing and repairing faulty PCBA
• Diagnosing and repairing power supplies
• Soldering / De-Soldering
• Installing and servicing ICT systems
Essential Experience & Skills:
• An Electronics qualification
• Practical experience with electronics
• Some mechanical experience Strong self-organisational skills
• Ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines
What’s on offer:
• 20 days holiday (exclusive of Bank holidays) rising by 1 day extra per year of service (up to 10 extra)
• Pension contribution
• Car parking available
• Newly refurbished offices, located near shops, food outlets and gyms
• Casual dress
• Social events
• Progression opportunities
• Early finish Fridays
We do not operate any shift work and In-house training will be provided.
To apply, please send a cover letter
Visit https://forwessun.net/
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Forwessun family!