Electrical Technician

Description

Electrical Technician

Pay: £32k - £34k

Section: Cable & Harness

Contract: Permanent

Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Working Pattern: (Mon-Thu 37.5 hrs)

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Technician (Cable & Harness) to join the Production Operations team at the Ampthill site.

This role is ideal for a skilled, detail-focused technician with experience in cable and harness manufacture, working on high-value, safety-critical hardware. You will work closely with engineering teams, following detailed drawings and engineering instructions, and applying a methodical and precise approach to production tasks. Ongoing training, support, and access to flexible benefits are provided.

Key Responsibilities:

Manufacture electrical cables and wiring harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions

Safely and competently use hand tools, crimp tools, jigs, fixtures, and precision measuring equipment

Perform high-accuracy hand soldering to required quality standards

Work closely with engineering support teams to resolve technical or production issues

Apply a methodical, problem-solving approach to ensure successful completion of production tasks

Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in line with 5S methodology

Adhere to strict health, safety, and ESD control requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

IPC-620 certification, or experience working to IPC/J-Standards – 610 will still be considered with ongoing training and support.

Proven experience in cable and harness manufacturing within a medium-volume production environment

Ability to work confidently from engineering xjnqpsq drawings and work instructions

Strong understanding of ESD controls

Experience using crimp tools and carrying out high-accuracy hand soldering

Strong attention to detail with a positive, solutions-focused attitude

Background in aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments

What’s on Offer:

4-day working week (Monday–Thursday)

Work on exciting, mission-critical programmes

Ongoing training and long-term career development

Supportive, engineering-led working environment

Competitive and flexible benefits package

Ad ID: 5417757550