Electromechanical Technician

Sector:

Engineering

Salary:

£30,000–£40,000 Per Year

Job Type:

Permanent

Location:

Swindon

Electromechanical Technician

Location: Swindon
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 DOE

  • Be open to Training in Portugal for short periods

About the Electromechanical Technician Role

We’re looking for an experienced Electromechanical Technician to join a skilled engineering and production team responsible for assembling, integrating, testing, and maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems and sub-assemblies. This is a hands-on position requiring strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work within a quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Electromechanical Technician

  • Carry out the assembly and integration of structures, assemblies, and mechanical sub-assemblies
  • Perform precision drilling, fastening, bracket installation, and harness routing
  • Conduct inspections on composite, metallic, and hybrid structures
  • Complete rigging, alignment, and mechanical adjustment activities
  • Identify, document, and report defects, damage, or non-conformities
  • Install, wire, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems, including control systems, sensors, power distribution, and communication equipment
  • Support software and firmware loading and system configuration where required
  • Conduct testing, functional checks, and support system readiness activities
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and system faults using appropriate test equipment
  • Read and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, technical schematics, work instructions, and maintenance documentation
  • Maintain accurate certification records, maintenance documentation, component traceability, and non-conformance reports
  • Work to production schedules and project deadlines
  • Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and housekeeping at all times

What We’re Looking For in a Electromechanical Technician

  • Previous experience in a Electromechanical Technician, Assembly Technician, Fitter, Maintenance Technician, or precision manufacturing role is essential
  • Experience with bracketry, harnessing, drilling, fastening, and mechanical assembly
  • Basic Electrical experience and integrating all systems 
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail with a quality-focused approach
  • Self-motivated and adaptable with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively to deadlines and quality requirements
  • Health & Safety conscious with a professional approach to workmanship
  • Full UK driving licence

 

Benefits 

  • £30-40k
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme
  • Bonus
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Private medical and dental

If you are interested in the Mechanical Technician role, APPLY NOW or call Jacob at Orion Electrotech on 0118 923 9228.

Jacob Exton

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