Redline Group - Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies
Electronics Laboratory Technician
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Our client, a long-established electronics manufacturing and product development organisation, are looking for an Electronics Laboratory Technician in Newbury to join their team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent entry-level opportunity within a fast-paced innovation environment, supporting prototype development, testing, and laboratory activities, with clear progression towards a Junior Electronics Engineer role.
Key Responsibilities
- Support prototype builds, PCB assembly, rework, and proof-of-concept activities.
- Assist with board bring-up, testing, and basic fault finding under engineer guidance.
- Carry out manual testing of electronic assemblies and embedded products.
- Use laboratory equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
- Perform soldering, de-soldering, and modification of prototype hardware.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, and stock in a safe and organised manner.
- Record test results, build notes, and issue reports accurately.
- Support component identification, BOM checking, and sample preparation.
- Assist with PCB and assembly inspection to identify faults or quality issues.
- Support EMC testing activities and operate test equipment where required.
- Work closely with engineers, contributing to project discussions and continuous improvement activities.
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Experience Required
- Relevant qualification (HNC/HND, BTEC, T-Level, apprenticeship or similar) in Electronics or a related field.
- Strong hands-on interest in electronics, testing, and product development.
- Basic understanding of electronic components, circuits, and PCB assemblies.
- Some experience using test equipment such as multimeters or oscilloscopes.
- Practical soldering skills or willingness to develop these.
- Good attention to detail and ability to follow technical documentation.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to learn from experienced engineers.
- Exposure to embedded systems, PCB design tools, or programming (e.G. Arduino, Python, C) would be advantageous.
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If this Electronics Laboratory Technician job in Newbury could be of interest, please send your CV to bwiles@redlinegroup.com or call Ben on 01582 878816.
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