Prototype Technician

I am pleased to be representing our client who are on the lookout for a Prototype Technician to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with engineering and production teams, helping to turn new design concepts into functional prototypes and supporting their transition into full-scale manufacturing.

Benefits for the Prototype Technician

• A positive and inclusive working environment

• A 37.5 hour working week

• Flexible working hours to optimise your work/life balance

• 25 days personal vacation + 8 statutory bank holidays

• Competitive salary plus a company profitability bonus

• Life Assurance / Death-In-Service benefits

• Contributory pension scheme

• Health Insurance (optional at cost for employee’s family)

The role for the Prototype Technician

• Building and testing prototype assemblies, components and systems using engineering drawings and work instructions.

• Working closely with engineers to develop and refine new designs.

• Modifying and reworking prototypes to accommodate design changes and resolve technical issues.

• Providing feedback on assembly processes, materials and design improvements.

• Supporting design-for-manufacture activities to ensure products can be manufactured efficiently and consistently.

• Assisting with assembly documentation, work instructions and testing procedures.

• Liaising with production teams to support the transition from prototype builds to repeatable manufacturing.

• Using and maintaining relevant mechanical, electrical and precision testing equipment.

• Maintaining accurate records of prototype builds, modifications and test results.

• Supporting the management of prototype components, materials and stock.

The person for the Prototype Technician

• Previous experience in a prototyping, R&D, manufacturing or engineering technician role.

• Strong mechanical and/or electro-mechanical assembly skills.

• Experience with soldering, wiring, testing and calibration.

• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

• An understanding of manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacture principles.

• Excellent attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• A proactive approach and the ability to adapt to changing designs and priorities.

• Experience within scientific instruments or precision engineering would be advantageous