Orion Electrotech
Electromechanical Technician
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Electromechanical Technician
Location: Swindon
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
Be open to training in Portugal for short periods.
About the Electromechanical Technician Role
We're looking for an experienced Electromechanical Technician to join a skilled engineering and production team responsible for assembling, integrating, testing, and maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems and sub-assemblies. This is a hands-on position requiring strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work within a quality-driven manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities of the Electromechanical Technician
- Carry out the assembly and integration of structures, assemblies, and mechanical sub-assemblies
- Perform precision drilling, fastening, bracket installation, and harness routing
- Conduct inspections on composite, metallic, and hybrid structures
- Complete rigging, alignment, and mechanical adjustment activities
- Identify, document, and report defects, damage, or non-conformities
- Install, wire, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems, including control systems, sensors, power distribution, and communication equipment
- Support software and firmware loading and system configuration where required
- Conduct testing, functional checks, and support system readiness activities
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and system faults using appropriate test equipment
- Read and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, technical schematics, work instructions, and maintenance documentation
- Maintain accurate certification records, maintenance documentation, component traceability, and non-conformance reports
- Work to production schedules and project deadlines
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and housekeeping at all times
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What We're Looking For in an Electromechanical Technician
- Previous experience in a Electromechanical Technician, Assembly Technician, Fitter, Maintenance Technician, or precision manufacturing role is essential
- Experience with bracketry, harnessing, drilling, fastening, and mechanical assembly
- Basic Electrical experience and integrating all systems
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail with a quality-focused approach
- Self-motivated and adaptable with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively to deadlines and quality requirements
- Health & Safety conscious with a professional approach to workmanship
- Full UK driving licence
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Benefits
- £30-40k
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Bonus
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Private medical and dental
If you are interested in the Mechanical Technician role, APPLY NOW or call Jacob at Orion Electrotech on 0118 923 9228.
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