Engineering Technician – Electronics R&D

Are you a talented technician with a passionate innovation?

Avanti Recruitment have partnered with a global provider of innovative electronic solutions and are seeking an Engineering Technician to join their development team where you’ll experience a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning where you’re well paid with flexible work arrangements and opportunities for career growth.

As an Engineering Technician, you'll be at the heart of their R&D operations, ensuring the smooth functioning of the workshop and laboratories. From maintaining equipment to assisting with prototyping and testing activities, your role will be varied and important.

Here's a glimpse of what you'll be doing:

• Maintain and calibrate test equipment and facilities, ensuring they meet the highest standards.

• Organize and manage R&D test equipment and facilities efficiently.

• Procure consumables, spare parts, and equipment essential for R&D activities.

• Uphold safety standards within workshops and laboratories, ensuring proper training and awareness among users.

Assisting with R&D activities:

• Conduct component research and order components for prototyping.

• Assemble prototypes through soldering, wiring, and other electronics skills.

• Collaborate with global factories for prototype manufacturing builds.

• Aid in fault finding and resolution across their product range.

What We're Looking For: We value diversity in backgrounds and experiences. If you're passionate and dedicated, we want to hear from you. Here's what we're seeking in our ideal candidate:

•              Proficiency in reading and interpreting electronic schematics and layouts.

•              Hands-on experience in building prototype boards and diagnosing faults.

•              Strong electronics workshop skills, including soldering and use of test equipment.

•              Previous experience in technician roles supporting R&D and prototyping activities.

•              Excellent communication and organizational skills.

•              A proactive, analytical mindset with a can-do attitude.

•              Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Qualifications & Experience:

We typically look for candidates with HNC/HND or City & Guilds qualifications in electronics, but also welcome applications from people who have real world experience in roles like this (regardless of formal qualifications).