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Product Engineer - Electronics Manufacturing
Fareham | £47,000 - £52,000 per annum | Full Time | Permanent

Are you a hands-on electronics manufacturing expert looking for your next challenge? We are looking for an experienced Product Engineer to join our world-class team, supporting the design, documentation, and production of cutting-edge electronic assemblies.

What You'll Be Doing:

Translating customer drawings and parts lists into clear, production-ready documentation

Creating and updating detailed Assembly Aids (AA's)

Reviewing and inputting Bills of Materials (BOMs)

Supporting production teams to resolve technical issues and improve yields

Liaising across departments and directly with customers on engineering matters

Providing Design for Manufacture (DFM) feedback

Supporting quality, sales, and continuous improvement activities

What We're Looking For:

You will need to bring more than just the basics - we are after someone with solid, hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing. You should have practical knowledge of:

SMT (Surface Mount Technology)

Wave and Robotic Soldering

Hand Soldering

PCB Inspection & Cleaning

Electronic Testing (manual or automated)

Cable & Wiring Assembly

Box Build Assembly

Conformal Coating

Qualifications & Skills:

Previous experience in an electronic assembly or engineering technician role

Able to read technical drawings and understand electronic component specifications

Confident creating manufacturing documents using Microsoft Word

Experience with MRP stock systems is a plus

Engineering qualifications (A-Level, BTEC or higher) are desirable

A trade test may be required to confirm practical skills

About You:

Excellent communicator with a collaborative approach

High attention to detail and problem-solving mindset

Self-motivated, organised, and calm under pressure

Ready to apply? Join a supportive, innovative team where your expertise can make a real impact. Apply now to take your electronics manufacturing career to the next level.

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