Instrument Technician
Location:Lewes, East Sussex
Hours:Full-Time | Permanent
Salary:£30,000 - £35,000 DOE
Join a Leading Scientific Instrument Manufacturer
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Instrument Technician to join a progressive and commercially driven scientific instrument manufacturing company. Working within a skilled and motivated team, this role focuses on high-quality assembly and testing of vacuum-based instruments, with a strong emphasis on precision, consistency, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assemble high-quality vacuum instruments from kits of parts, working at a bench as part of a small team.
* Oversee all aspects of instrument builds, including final inspection and testing.
* Repair and service products, occasionally installing customer-owned instruments in-house or on-site.
* Conduct testing and calibration of finished products.
* Travel may be required after gaining relevant product knowledge and experience.
* Maintain accurate administrative records to ensure compliance with quality standards.
What We're Looking For:
* Electro-mechanical assembly and test experience in a relevant industry.
* Background in electro-mechanical system build manufacturing.
* Ability to fault-find using circuit diagrams.
* Experience in electrical and electronic testing.
* Hands-on experience with precision-engineered mechanical assembly.
* Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical engineering drawings.
* Experience using electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeters) and mechanical measurement instruments (e.g., micrometers, Vernier gauges).
* Strong manual dexterity and experience using hand and power tools.
* High attention to detail and the ability to work to tight production deadlines.
Preferred Experience (Not Essential):
* Experience working with vacuum-based scientific instrumentation.
* Understanding of vacuum engineering principles.
* Familiarity with helium leak checking and safe handling of pressurised gas bottles.
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques (Kaizen, Kanban, 5S, etc.).
Additional Requirements:
* Good colour perception (must pass a colour perception test).
* Ability to sit/stand for long periods and handle heavy equipment as required.
* Due to the rural location, own transport is essential.
Why Join?
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work in a highly skilled, specialist team.
* Career development within a cutting-edge manufacturing environment.
* A role that offers variety, hands-on technical work, and problem-solving challenges.
If you have strong technical skills, a passion for precision engineering, and thrive in a team-based culture, apply today!
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