Job Description:

Location: Bridgend, South Wales
Salary: £25,000–£27,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are working with an established engineering company based in Bridgend that specialises in the design and manufacture of specialist laser equipment for worldwide export. With a strong reputation for engineering innovation and a commitment to quality, the business supplies advanced equipment to customers internationally.

Due to continued requirements within the business, they are looking to recruit a Assembly Technician to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically or electronically qualified technician with hands-on assembly experience to work with specialist equipment, combining electrical assembly, mechanical build, testing and commissioning.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring equipment is manufactured to a high standard, meets strict quality requirements and is ready for operation. The position would suit someone who enjoys practical, technically focused work and takes pride in producing accurate, reliable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical and mechanical components used in the manufacture of specialist laser equipment, following technical drawings, wiring schedules, electrical schematics and build documentation.

• Complete the full assembly of finished products, integrating individual components and pre-built sub-assemblies.

• Commission and test equipment in accordance with established test plans and technical specifications.

• Carry out quality inspections and complete all relevant production records and paperwork accurately.

• Identify, investigate and report assembly or component issues to production management, supporting engineering teams with corrective and preventative actions.

• Ensure faulty or non-conforming components are identified and handled in line with company procedures.

• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment, following 5S housekeeping standards.

• Provide feedback on assembly instructions and build processes during the testing and validation of new product developments.

• Manage workload effectively to meet production deadlines while maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality.

Skills and Experience Required

• 3–5 years' experience in a similar Production Technician, Electrical Assembly Technician, Electronics Technician or Engineering Technician role.

• Practical experience assembling electrical or electronic equipment.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and manufacturing documentation.

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to assembly and testing.

• Good hand-eye coordination and the ability to perform repetitive technical tasks accurately.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to complete documentation and meet deadlines.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the confidence to communicate technical issues clearly.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a production engineering team.

• Flexibility to accommodate occasional changes to working hours.

Desirable experience: Hands-on mechanical assembly experience and familiarity with equipment commissioning or testing.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

• Friday: 8:30am – 1:30pm

Some flexibility around start and finish times may occasionally be required to meet production requirements.

Salary and Benefits

• £25,000–£27,000 per annum, depending on experience.

• Performance-related bonus scheme.

• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays.

• Company pension scheme with contributions above statutory minimum rates.

• Full-time, permanent position with an established engineering business.

• Opportunity to work with specialist laser technology and technically advanced equipment.

How to Apply

If you have an electrical or electronic qualification and experience in equipment assembly, production testing or engineering, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a specialist engineering environment.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this Production Technician position in Bridgend.