Electronics Technician

Electronics Technician – Test & Repair required for electro-mechanical product manufacturing company based in Folkestone, Kent. Established in 1926, this small but globally reaching business designs and manufactures innovative high quality testing equipment for industry (construction, marine, power, oil & gas etc). 

This is a great opportunity to become a key member of the small friendly Engineering Team, offering a competitive salary, company bonus structure, 39 hours per week (early finish Fridays!), free parking, tea & coffee and exciting prospects with this highly successful business. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, be competent at soldering and general electronics fault finding, and ideally have experience in a similar role.

Role Purpose

The Test & Repair team share two key roles in the business; 

·Testing & calibration of components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies which form a crucial part of the Quality Assurance Plan. 

·Repair and re-calibration of customer instruments - vital customer service and a recognised revenue-generation element within the business.

The products involved are a combination of brand-new digital electronics, high voltage electronics (AC or DC, up to ~50kV), underwater corrosion monitoring equipment, low voltage electronics, and the servicing of older analogue electronics.

Responsibilities, Goals & Objectives

Measurement, Test and Calibration.

·Carry out in-process measurement, test, or calibration according to defined specifications.

·Prepare & issue test reports & calibration certificates.

·Maintain test & measurement equipment in good working order and to propose improvements as appropriate.

·Thoroughly & methodically self-check and confirm that work is carried out without error.

Fault-finding, Diagnosis and Repair

·Fault-finding of electronic and electromechanical assemblies

·Diagnosis of problems using test equipment including oscilloscope, multi-meters, etc.

·Disassembly, repair and reassembly of customer instruments, including testing and quality certification

·Thorough and methodical approach to work, to ensure quality and functionality of products returned to customers

Our client is an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced individuals.