Test Technician
- by Orion Electrotech
- Location Thatcham, Berkshire, UK
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Salary
£40,000 - £45,000 / year
4 days ago
Job Description:
Electronics Test Technician (Engineer)
Location: Thatcham, UK
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Electronics Test Technician to join a growing team in Thatcham. This position offers the chance to work within a specialized Enhanced Inspection Department, focusing on the visual inspection and testing of electronic components in a temperature and humidity-controlled environment.
Key Responsibilities:As an Electronics Test Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of electronic components by:
- Conducting visual inspections of electronic devices.
- Testing capacitance and resistance using LCR meters.
- Performing X-ray inspections to assess internal structures.
- Testing solderability of component leads and terminals.
- Using XRF to determine material composition.
- Conducting chemical and thermal decapsulation.
- Performing functional testing at the component level.
As an Electronics Test Technician, you should have a strong understanding of electronics theory, including Ohm’s Law, resistor & diode identification, DC Circuit theory, transducers, integrated circuits, and power and signal waveforms. Experience in CPU and memory testing would be beneficial but is not essential for the role.
Attention to detail is critical, as well as the ability to work in a clean room environment. Good written communication skills are also important for creating test reports. Familiarity with industry standards such as AS6081, AS6171, ISO17025, and IDEA 1010B is advantageous but not required for an Electronics Test Technician role.
Qualifications:To be considered for the Electronics Test Technician position, you should have a BTEC, ONC, HNC, C&G, Apprenticeship, or equivalent in Electronics Engineering.
Benefits:- Competitive salary: £40,000 - £45,000.
- Pension scheme: 5% employee contribution, 3% employer contribution.
- Medicash after 6 months of service.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service.
- Cycle to work scheme after 1 year.
- Monthly company-provided pizza and breakfast.
If you’re an Electronics Test Technician passionate about electronics, detail-oriented, and looking for a new challenge, apply now to join this innovative and supportive team!
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Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
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Work Authorisation
No
- Industry Sector Manufacturing