Assembly Technician

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Northampton
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£30,000 / year
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Technical Drawings Electro-mechanical Assembly Hand Tools Measuring Equipment Soldering ESD Standards BPSS Clearance

FULL DESCRIPTION

Assembly Technician

Job Type: Permanent | Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire | Salary: £26000 - £30000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

  • Assemble small electro-mechanical components including fans, motors and heaters according to technical drawings, SOPs, and CMMs.
  • Use hand tools (spanners, screwdrivers, torque wrenches) and electric power tools (drivers, drills).
  • Use measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers, and gauges.
  • Perform drilling, tapping, reaming, buffing, lubrication, and gluing.
  • Connect cables and wires following technical specifications.

Requirements

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and SOPs.
  • Experience in building small sub-assemblies.
  • Working with small electronic components such as resistors, diodes, capacitors.
  • Must be aware of ESD standards.
  • Assembling small components such as fans, motors and heaters.
  • Previous experience in electro-mechanical assembly (desirable).
  • Familiarity with mechanical and electrical components.
  • Excellent attention to detail and precision in handling small parts.
  • Comfortable using small assembly tools and measuring equipment.
  • Fine soldering skills for small components.
  • Proficient in reading, writing, and understanding English.
  • Good problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Basic IT skills.

Additional Requirements

  • Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible for BPSS Clearance.
  • Ability to provide a minimum of 3 years' employment history.
  • Will be subject to a CRB check and address verification.

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