Electro Mechanical Technician

Position: Electro-Mechanical Build Technician

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £30,000

Proactive are currently in search of a skilled Electro-Mechanical Built Technician to start work for a company based in Cambridge. You will be responsible for providing build and test support for the development and production of cutting-edge systems using your mechanical and electrical knowledge.

Main Responsibilities:

Responsible for the assembly of Systems in support of the product development team including but not limited to:

Reading & interpreting technical drawings.
Power Cabinet panel wiring- flagging issues with supplier & internal quality.
Mechanical assemblies (flash heads, pipework, cabinets, power cables).
Electrical / functional / safety testing of system builds.
Take ownership and responsibility to ensure that the build process is as fast and trouble-free as possible for all members of the team whilst maintaining a high-quality standard.
Undertake electrical/functional testing of systems prior to the system being released.
Support the testing and commissioning of systems on customer sites - some travel will be required.
Develop and improve all aspects of the build process including standardisation of build and test methods to ensure highest product quality.
Create and maintain documentation to support system builds.
Specify and maintain tools and equipment.
Develop and sustain Kanban systems for control of consumables in systems build.
Training and development of systems build team.Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

Good understanding of AC and DC electrical principles, capacitance, inductance, resistance.
Good working knowledge of PLC hardware.
Detailed experience/understanding of electrical switchgear and control systems (desired).
Ability to read and understand electrical drawings.
Wiring and soldering experience (skills test in interview).
Substantial and proven mechanical knowledge and skills.
Comfortable reacting to change resulting from evolving/integrating designs when there is an issue.
Excellent problem-solving skills - able to methodically and logically find root cause of technical issues.
Excellent attention to detail, logical/methodical thinker.
Working knowledge of standard manufacturing and engineering processes.
Good communication skills - able to work across team/and functions.
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
IT literate - Effective use of MS Office (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote)Desirable

Basic knowledge of PLC software (could be trained).
Knowledge of safety circuits and system compliance will be an advantage.
SAP working user knowledge.
Drive for development and learning.
Exposure to 5S Lean Manufacturing Methodology.
Experience in any of the following technologies would be advantageous - plastics, polymer, printed electronics, thin film coatings or display industry.
Experience of Machinery Safety / Certified Machinery Safety Expert (TUV NORD)How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on (phone number removed) or

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