Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Hastings East Sussex
- Date: 11 hours ago
Description:
Precision Assembly Engineer (Cameras)
East Sussex
Up to £35,000 + Benefits
Our client is a specialist manufacturer of advanced imaging and detection systems used in high-technology applications.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a skilled and hands-on Precision Assembly Engineer to join their Operations team.
The Role - Precision Assembly Engineer
* This is a practical, laboratory-based engineering role focused on the assembly and integration of PCBs, sensors, connectors and other components into camera housings.
* The role is ideally suited to someone with excellent manual dexterity, a meticulous attention to detail and experience working with electronic and mechanical assemblies in a laboratory, cleanroom or high-technology manufacturing environment.
* Whilst the primary focus is on precision assembly and production activities, there will be opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement projects, tooling enhancements and process optimisation within the manufacturing environment.
* Working within a small and collaborative team, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality products while supporting ongoing development of assembly techniques and processes.
Key Responsibilities - Precision Assembly Engineer
* Assembly of specialist scientific and X-ray cameras comprising PCBs, sensors, connectors and other components
* Carry out wiring and soldering, as required
* Assemble mechanical parts and camera housing using appropriate hand tools
* Work from engineering drawings, bills of materials and assembly instructions
* Handle delicate and high-value components carefully
* Complete relevant production documentation and ERP records
* Maintain high standards of quality and health & safety
Skills & Experience - Precision Assembly Engineer
* Hands-on engineering, technician or precision assembly background gained through apprenticeship, HNC/HND or equivalent industry experience
* Experience assembling high-precision mechanical, optical, electronic or electro-mechanical products
* Excellent manual dexterity and the ability to work confidently with small, delicate and high-value components
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
* Experience working in a laboratory, cleanroom, production or precision manufacturing environment
* Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions and manufacturing procedures
* Patient, methodical approach to precision assembly tasks with practical problem-solving skills
* Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently
The company offers great training and benefits including 25 days holiday, pension & private health care and are commuting distance from Hastings, St Leonards on Sea, Bexhill, Battle, Ore, Fairlight, Ninfield, Pevensey, Crowhurst, Eastbourne, Rye etc