Role: Production Technician / Engineer
Location: Conwy, North Wales
Onsite role
Salary: Competitive
Experience: All levels considered - graduate or experienced
The Role:
A well-established engineering company that develops and manufactures geophysical borehole logging equipment is seeking a Production Technician / Engineer to join its production team. The company supplies a range of winches, probes, and accessories to clients globally, operating a low-volume, high-precision production process with many bespoke products.
Based in Glan Conwy, North Wales, the company offers a hands-on technical role that includes training on specialized tools and equipment.
The ideal candidate will have a solid practical understanding of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems. Flexibility and a proactive attitude are essential, as day-to-day responsibilities may vary in line with business needs.
Key Skills:
- Practical mechanical skills with an aptitude for precise work and a basic understanding of mechanical systems.
- Practical electrical and electronics skills with a good eye for detail, including soldering and a basic understanding of electronics and electrical systems.
- Familiarity with test and measurement tools such as multimeters, insulation testers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.
- Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings.
- Logical, methodical approach to fault-finding and troubleshooting.
- Strong organizational and teamwork skills within a production setting.
- Self-motivation and decision-making confidence.
- Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO9001 is advantageous.
- IT literate, with proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools and email.
Key Duties:
- Mechanical and electrical assembly of tools and equipment.
- Undertaking repairs of tools returned from the field.
- Functional, performance, and reliability testing of products, including completion of acceptance documentation.
- Fault finding and troubleshooting of systems.
- Calibration of data acquisition tools.
- Creating test procedures and quality control documentation.
- Packaging and dispatch preparation for customer orders.
- Liaising with the manufacturing facility.
Qualifications/Experience:
- A university degree in Engineering, HND in Engineering, or a time-served apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
- Alternatively, a technical tradesperson with 3+ years' experience in a technician role who possesses transferable skills and a proactive mindset will also be considered.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary, commensurate with skills and experience
- Company contributions to a private pension scheme
- A relaxed and friendly work environment in beautiful North Wales
- Opportunities for international travel